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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Mar 17, 2025 • 12min
The Real Story Behind Trump's Recent Poll Numbers
While a recent NBC News poll revealed Trump's approval rating is the highest its ever been, the data behind the poll tells a much different story. Steve Schmidt breaks down the numbers in the poll and explains why Trump's approval rating isn't as positive as it might seem.Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 16, 2025 • 55min
The Hidden Agenda Behind Politics of Religion in Schools | A Conversation with Katherine Stewart
As Christian nationalism rises in America, public schools face increasing pressure from religious groups. Steve Schmidt sits down with Katherine Stewart to discuss her book Money, Lies, and God and explain the impact of religious clubs in schools and the legal challenges that come with it.Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 15, 2025 • 1h 18min
The Legal Implications of Elon Musk’s Actions | A Conversation with Jim Acosta
After Elon Musk called Sen. Mark Kelly a traitor, Musk’s disrespect for Kelly’s military service becomes clear. Steve Schmidt sits down with Jim Acosta to break down Musk’s criticism of Social Security and looks for greater accountability within DOGE.Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 14, 2025 • 9min
How Schumer’s Weakness Paves the Way for Trump
As Chuck Schumer bows to Donald Trump, the opposition party becomes weaker. Steve Schmidt breaks down AOC’s critique and explains the consequences for the future of American politics.Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 13, 2025 • 11min
Why Senate Democrats Can’t Win Against Trump
As Senate Democrats struggle in negotiations with Trump, Chuck Schumer's leadership continues to prove ineffective. Steve Schmidt breaks down Schumer's leadership challenges and explains the consequences of Democratic weakness in the face of Trump’s strategy.Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 12, 2025 • 8min
The White House Gets A Tesla Dealership
With Tesla being overrun by protesters at dealerships, Donald Trump made sure to support Musk's company by making the White House Lawn into a Tesla showroom. Steve Schmidt looks at the Tesla stunt from Trump and explains why this is all a distraction from the real issues facing our country.Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 10, 2025 • 17min
Team Trump Is Destroying American Democracy
As Donald Trump and his cabinet begin to enact their authoritarian agenda, our country is being dismantled and replaced with a sinister ethos. Steve Schmidt looks at the recent actions of Trump, Rubio and Musk and calls for an opposition to rise and prevent permanent damage from being done.Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 8, 2025 • 1h 18min
What Happens If America Abandons Its Allies? | A Conversation with Sasha Ingber
Donald Trump has been wreaking havoc on America's foreign relations and we'll surely see the consequences soon. Steve Schmidt sits down with Sasha Ingber to look at the impact of our relationship with Ukraine and how it affects our allies around the world.Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 7, 2025 • 12min
Donald Trump's War on the Media
While he preaches about free speech, Donald Trump is constantly calling for journalists and media members to be fired or prosecuted. Steve Schmidt looks at Trump's latest battle with Nicolle Wallace and explains the hypocrisy behind it all.Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 6, 2025 • 11min
We NEED To Fight Back Against Trump
As Donald Trump starts tariff wars and abandoning our allies around the globe, the opposition in America is nowhere to be found. Steve Schmidt looks at the Democratic response to Trump and how the best example of opposition was from a Senator in France.Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
