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The Warning with Steve Schmidt

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There is a very significant, “exhausted majority” of Americans looking to move past this rotten moment in American life. They have lost trust and faith in government, business, media and not-for-profit institutions at a moment of technological, cultural and economic upheaval. Fascism did not rise in the 1930s because it was strong, but rather, because democracy was weak. The cycle is repeating itself with a new extremism rising in 2020s America. On the podcast – consistent with the mission of The Warning newsletter offered on Substack and The Warning YouTube channel – I will be joined by interesting guests – some familiar, and some you may never have heard of – to discuss the political and cultural currents that are shaping our times, as well as the unseen forces driving politics that are rarely discussed on cable news. It's important for you to hear from a diverse range of voices – not just me – about the issues facing America today.
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Episodes

CAUGHT ON TAPE: Listen to Justice Alito's Controversial Remarks About "Us vs. Them"

Activist and documentary maker Lauren Windsor secretly recorded damning and incredible remarks from Justice Samuel Alito and his wife. They come after the couple has been linked to a number of controversies tying them to MAGA and the radical right. Steve Schmidt, who led Alito's confirmation hearings during the Bush administration, explains why he's unfit for the Supreme Court. "Autocracy has come to the Supreme Court. It's wearing judicial robes." *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and ...

Jun 11, 202417 minEp. 254

TRUMP CHANGES STORY: Steve Schmidt REACTS to Lies About "Loser" Veterans, January 6

At a rally in Las Vegas, Trump continued his practice of spewing lies. This time, he said he never offended veterans. We know that's not true. And he's saying the January 6th insurrectionists were protestors and treated like hostages. Steve Schmidt warns about this dangerous rhetoric. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://stev...

Jun 11, 202411 minEp. 253

2 Celeb Fraudsters! Dr. Phil Interviews Trump & Spews Bullsh*t!

Former President & convicted felon Donald Trump sat down with TV personality Dr. Phil. The conversation was two celebrity fraudsters sitting together, role playing. One, a pretend therapist, the other, an aggrieved former president who lost an election but can't handle it psychologically. Maybe Dr. Phil should have talked about that. Steve Schmidt RIPS the interview apart. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: h...

Jun 07, 202418 minEp. 252

80th Anniversary of D-Day: Remembrance & A Warning From Normandy

Steve Schmidt reacts to President Joe Biden's speech from the 80th anniversary memorial of D-Day at Normandy beach. He compares it to the speech given by Ronald Reagan 40 years ago. Though the two men are from different parties, their message remains the same. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/sub...

Jun 06, 202411 minEp. 251

If Trump Wins Again, Will His Political Enemies Have to Flee America?

Steve Schmidt speaks with David Moscrop, a Canadian writer and political theorist, about how the international sphere sees the rematch between Trump and Biden in 2024. They discuss a potential second term of Donald Trump - and what it might mean for his political enemies. To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack...

Jun 05, 202447 minEp. 250

"I'm Not Addressing Him As Doctor!" Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene ATTACKS Dr. Fauci

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene attacked Dr. Anthony Fauci at a Congressional hearing this week. The attack was rooted in falsehoods and riddled with offenses. Steve Schmidt explains why she's a threat to democracy and represents our "national suicide." *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Twit...

Jun 04, 202423 minEp. 249

"YOU'RE LYING" Trump Interviews Show Crisis in American Media

After President Donald Trump's felony convictions, TV journalists failed to push back on lies being spread by Republicans. Steve Schmidt speaks about how Americans are misled by the media leading to a crisis in journalism. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Twitter: https://twitter.com/St...

Jun 03, 202414 minEp. 248

Steve Schmidt REACTS To Trump Presser: Take His Threats at Face Value

Donald Trump gave a rambling, incoherent press conference the day after being convicted of 34 charges. It was filled with threats of revenge and retribution. Steve Schmidt says we must take these at face value. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveSchmidtSE...

May 31, 20247 minEp. 247

PRESIDENT & CONVICTED FELON: Trump found GUILTY on 34 Counts. What's Next?

"No one is above the law," says Steve Schmidt, former Republican campaign manager who joined the Democratic party to stand against Donald Trump. He speaks on the historic day when Trump is found guilty on 34 counts by a jury of his peers. He also explains what it means for the Republican party: "We will see an abdication of all standards by the former party of values, the Republican party." *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium co...

May 30, 20245 minEp. 246

POLITICAL DISASTER: Steve Schmidt Says Biden Campaign in "Deep Trouble" After Rally

There are red flags starting to fly high over the Biden campaign headquarters. What does it mean that Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are campaigning together in Philadelphia, a deep-blue area? Steve Schmidt joins Scripps News to explain. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Twitter: https://tw...

May 30, 20248 minEp. 245

YOU ARE GANGSTERS: Robert De Niro FEUDS with MAGA Protestors Outside of Trump's Trial

Actor Robert De Niro stumped for the Biden campaign outside of Trump's trial in New York City on Tuesday. He said that Trump is a threat to America and got into verbal spats with MAGA protestors. Steve Schmidt explains why De Niro got under Trump's skin. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe...

May 29, 202418 minEp. 244

Steve Schmidt SLAMS Eric Trump Over "Shallow, Stupid" Memorial Day Post

Steve Schmidt slams Eric Trump over his "shallow" Memorial Day post. The son of a taker who went on to become a huge grifter knows nothing about sacrifice. It was a stupid post that shows how out of touch he and his family is - especially when it comes to Americans who gave the ultimate sacrifice. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack:...

May 28, 202411 minEp. 243

Memorial Day: Honoring America's Fallen Heroes & Protecting Democracy

On Memorial Day 2024, Steve Schmidt remembers the fallen war dead and talks about how we might honor their legacy. "It is also our collective obligation to perfect as best we can what they did not live to see." *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveSchmidtSE...

May 27, 20248 minEp. 242

Trump Holds CHILLING, UNHINGED Rally in The Bronx

Donald Trump held an unhinged rally in The Bronx. He wants to start a mass deportation and he wants to provide immunity to law enforcement to do violence across America. Listen to his words. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveSchmidtSES Facebook: https://...

May 24, 202412 minEp. 241

"Sedition Is In The Air" Flying Outside of Justice Alito's Homes

There's been another report of a flag related to January 6th and the MAGA movement flying outside of Justice Samuel Alito's home. This is not a patriotic act, but rather one that represents an attack on the Capitol, an attack on the cornerstone of our country's existence. He is unfit to serve as a justice. He is a MAGA revolutionary in a robe. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ S...

May 23, 202415 minEp. 240

"America's Mayor" Rudy Giuliani Sells Coffee Amid Bankruptcy & Indictments

Rudy Giuliani, once known as "America's Mayor," has had quite the downfall. This week, he released a commercial promoting his line of coffee. It comes as he is in the middle of bankruptcy and pleads not guilty to trying to overturn the 2020 election in Arizona. But his downfall is symbolic for American Democracy. At the turn of the millennium, then-President Clinton spoke of hope for a new generation of Americans. Instead, America democracy is being strangled by indifference and denialism. Steve...

May 22, 202411 minEp. 239

Congresswoman's Quick-Witted Response to Racism by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) continued her streak of extreme rhetoric by throwing racist remarks towards Rep. Jasmine Crockett, the freshman Democratic congresswoman from Texas. Crockett then asked the House Oversight Chair where he would dry the line for condemning personal attacks. That's when the phrase "Bleach Blonde Bad Built Butch Body" was born. Steve Schmidt explains why Crockett's question was not a personal attack but a brilliantly asked legal question and a quick-witted way to c...

May 21, 202424 minEp. 238

Rep. Elise Stefanik FLIP-FLOPS on Trump: "He's Insulting to Women"

Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and Trump Vice President contender erupted on Fox News this weekend after she was asked about her previous statements about President Trump. Back in 2015, when Stefanik was newly elected to congress, she told a local radio station that Trump was "insulting" to women and stood against what she was fighting for in politics. Years later, she has vowed total allegiance to Trump. This, coupled with Justice Samuel Alito's corruption and Senator Marco Rubio refus...

May 20, 202423 minEp. 237

DESPICABLE: Steve Schmidt Says "I'm ashamed of my association with Samuel Alito"

A New York Times report revealed that an upside-down American flag was flown outside the home of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito just days before Biden's inauguration. The perversion of the American flag, normally a symbol of distress, was co-opted by the seditionists who stormed the Capitol. This corrupt and despicable act has no place in America and no place inside the Supreme Court. As the man who led Alito's confirmation process, Steve Schmidt says he is "deeply ashamed" of his associatio...

May 17, 202412 minEp. 236

AMERICA'S FUTURE, ON THE LINE: Trump & Biden "Ready to Rumble"

Biden and Trump have agreed to debate. But the regular campaign cycle and schedule have gone out the window. There might even be an opening for Robert F. Kennedy Jr to join in. Biden must prepare for this debate because everything is on the line. There's worrisome reporting that he doesn't believe the polling. He should. This debate represents character, morality, rule of law. It is America vs authoritarianism. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with...

May 16, 202419 minEp. 235

Trump's Team: We'll Accept The Election If We "Feel" It's Fair

Trump's daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, recently became the head of the RNC aka the Grifter-in-Chief. She recently said that the Trump campaign will accept election results if they "feel" that it was a free and fair election. For the record, 2020 was the most fair election on record. And yet, they're trying to subvert it and put doubt into MAGA voters' minds. What does that mean for America, especially when our media institutions aren't covering this issue like they should? And what does it mean wh...

May 15, 202423 minEp. 234

Trump's MAGA Posse Shows Up To His Courtroom

First it was Florida Senator Rick Scott. Then it was Senators J.D. Vance and Tommy Tuberville. Now, House Speaker Mike Johnson has showed up to a New York courtroom to support the former president in his hush money trial. What does this say about the Republican party? It comes as new polling suggests Trump will win the election. Biden is losing and his messaging is nonexistent. He has 175 days to turn it around and save America. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 4...

May 14, 202417 minEp. 233

She's a Teacher, Lawyer & Military Wife. Now She's Trying to Unseat an Election Denier

Callie Barr was born and raised in Northern Michigan. Now, she's running for Congress to represent the state's 1st District. The incumbent, Jack Bergman, is a Trump-endorsed retired Marine who tried to overturn the 2020 election. As a military wife who knows the sacrifices American armed forces make to defend democracy, that doesn't sit well with Callie. "When you see a confederate flag in our nation's Capitol, that should strike outrage." She told Steve Schmidt. "And for that not to be the case...

May 13, 202437 minEp. 232

Dogs or Democracy? Fox News Hosts (Finally?) Draw a Moral Line

The Fox News Anchors are worked up and angry at one of their "MAGA princesses." It's because South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem wrote a book and admitted to shooting her 14 month old puppy. But is that where their moral line should be drawn? Where was the outrage during the Trump presidency and the erosion of democracy? What about attacking the Capitol building or trying to overturn an election? What about being afraid to share election results? Where was their moral line with Donald Trump and E. Jea...

May 10, 202414 minEp. 231

How a Lying Politician Unravels on Live TV: An Analysis

This is an analysis of how a lying politician unravels on live TV. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem appeared on Fox Business to promote her new book. The book was an effort to sell herself to the American people, in the hopes of becoming Trump's choice for Vice President. But the anchor wanted to focus on one anecdote: why she shot a puppy. Steve Schmidt analyzes this interview and explains how politicians become unraveled when they are asked (legitimate) questions they don't like. *** To becom...

May 09, 202415 minEp. 230

MONUMENTS OF IDIOCY: Trump's VP Contenders are Shameful

These are the best Republicans Donald Trump has to choose from for a running mate? The puppy killer and political liar from South Dakota, Gov. Kristi Noem, won't take responsibility for lying in her new book. And Senator Tim Scott is pissing on the grave of the Unknown Soldier by denying a free and fair election. On this VE Day, we call out the threats to America in an effort to preserve democracy. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to pr...

May 08, 202423 minEp. 229

DO WE WANT A KING? Conversations About Trump's "Chilling" Plans If He Wins Re-Election

Steve Schmidt speaks with political strategist Mathew Littman. Littman, who serves as a senior advisor for Brady United Against Gun Violence as well as the Biden-Harris Campaign, offered some key insights into what Americans should be making of the 2024 election. Steve and Mathew also discuss protests rocking college campuses and how both sides of the aisle can come together for sensible changes to combat gun violence. Plus, Steve and Mathew talk about the chilling plans in Trump's Time magazine...

May 07, 202448 minEp. 228

DEBACLE FOR TRUTH: Trump's VP Contenders Audition for "Liar-In-Chief" on Sunday Shows

Trump's Vice Presidential hopefuls, Governor Kristi Noem, Senator Tim Scott, and Senator Marco Rubio made their rounds to the Sunday morning political shows this week. Their interviews were riddled with lies, evasive non-answers, and ridiculous hypotheticals. Steve Schmidt tears apart their appearances and explains how they were speaking to an audience of one: the "Liar-in-Chief," the former President, Donald Trump. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early...

May 06, 202442 minEp. 227

TRUMP'S ROCKET FUEL: How Extremism, Protests, and Fads Will Lead to a Trump Victory

The protests on college campuses are a political disaster. The rhetoric around it will serve as "rocket fuel" for the Trump Campaign heading into November. Steve Schmidt explains why extremism on both sides - and the elimination of a centrist America - will lead Trump to victory. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access to premium content visit: https://thewarning.supercast.com/ Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschm...

May 03, 202428 minEp. 226

Why These College Protests are a Political Disaster

At elite universities across America, protestors are disrupting campus life and classes as they demonstrate against Israel. But many of these students, like "Keffiyeh Karen" are misguided, petulant, and silly. And if the protests and standoffs continue into the fall, it will be a huge factor in the election. Steve Schmidt explains why these protests are a "political disaster" that must be faced head-on. *** To become a The Warning Premium Member and listen to the show 48 hours early with access ...

May 02, 202429 minEp. 225
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