The Warning with Steve Schmidt

Steve Schmidt

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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Apr 2, 2024 • 12min

American Fascism Doesn't Look Like It Does In Europe, "But The Character Is The Same"

Steve Schmidt discusses witnessing a fascist rally in Warsaw and warns about the similarities between American and European fascism. He highlights the dangers of Trump extremism leading towards a worrying trend of fascism in the US.

Apr 1, 2024 • 42min

Harry Sisson Talks 2024 Race, Biden fighting Trump, & Misconceptions of Gen-Z Voters

Steve Schmidt sits down to speak with Gen-Z political activist Harry Sisson. Harry says he became aware of the danger of Trump when he was 15 years old and has worked since then to make sure he doesn't return to office. Steve and Harry talk about whether the campaign strategy to keep Biden cloistered inside is working, how Trump's America parallels historical periods of fascism, and what older people get wrong about Gen-Z. *** 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://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/

Mar 30, 2024 • 37min

"Against All Enemies" New Documentary Explores How Veterans Turn to Domestic Extremism

Steve Schmidt speaks with Charlie Sadoff, director and producer of the new documentary "Against All Enemies." The film goes inside the violent extremist movement in America and shows how experienced military personnel are organizing and recruiting. Steve and Charlie talk about the history of such movements and what they expect from these groups come Election Day. *** 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://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/

Mar 29, 2024 • 10min

Steve Explains His Hits and Misses of the Week

This week, both of Steve's hits and misses come from NBC News. He explains why bringing a liar on the air was a huge swing and a miss for the executives... and how the on-air NBC journalists knocked it out of the park. *** 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://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/

Mar 28, 2024 • 30min

Trump "The Blaspheme" Is Peddling $60 Bibles And You Can Buy Yours Today

Donald Trump, the same President who used tear gas to clear a square so he could pose for a picture in front of a church and hold up a bible, is now dabbling back in religion. This holy week, he's pushing a $60 bible that you can buy for yourself. Steve Schmidt says he didn't think Trump could "ever go lower when it came to the desecration of Christianity." But now, "when it came to full on frontal blasphemy, he went lower. It's a miracle if you think about it." This is The Warning. *** 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://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/

Mar 27, 2024 • 19min

NBC Drops Ronna McDaniel After Backlash & Now "Cowards" Are Criticizing the Decision

After just one interview on the air, NBC has dropped former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel. But now, critics on the right are taking digs at NBC. Steve explains why these critics are "cowards" and why their opinion is coming from a "low place." *** 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://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/

Mar 26, 2024 • 1h 3min

Katie Couric on NBC's Drama, The Media in the Age of Trump, and Becoming a Grandmother

Steve Schmidt sits down with the legendary Katie Couric. They discuss how news organizations might better hold politicians accountable in the age of Trump and what Ronna McDaniel's hiring means for NBC News. They also talk about how John McCain would navigate the political landscape today. Plus, Katie shares a personal message just days after becoming a first-time grandmother. *** 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://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/

Mar 25, 2024 • 56min

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