

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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Dec 15, 2023 • 21min
Why the MAGA witch hunt of Hunter Biden is a national disgrace + How Donald Trump & the MAGA Congress want to enable dictators across the world
Steve Schmidt reacts to the impeachment inquiry into Hunter and Joe Biden, and why it is a national disgrace to treat a private citizen this way. Also, Steve Schmidt reacts to the Republican Congress repeatedly attempting to deny funding to Ukraine. Steve explains this will lead to the rise of dictators and dictator wannabes like Donald Trump all around the world.

Dec 12, 2023 • 28min
Rep. Dan Goldman calls House's impeachment inquiry of Joe Biden "a sham"
Steve Schmidt sits down with Representative Dan Goldman to discuss the Republican "sham" impeachment inquiry of President Biden, why they are insistent on consistently attacking his son Hunter, and how Donald Trump fits into their grand plan.

Dec 11, 2023 • 29min
Trump says he will be a "dictator on day one", Elon allows Alex Jones back on X, MAGA attempts to pull out of Ukraine
Steve Schmidt reacts to Donald Trump saying he will be "a dictator on day one", Elon Musk allowing Alex Jones back on to Twitter, and the latest attempts by the MAGA Congress to cut off aid to Ukraine.

Dec 10, 2023 • 16min
Why Donald Trump is stronger than ever after his Sean Hannity Town Hall + Nikki Haley's fake rise in the polls
Steve Schmidt reacts to the fallout from Donald Trump's Town Hall with Sean Hannity on Fox News. Steve said the event proved that Trump is "stronger than ever" and can not be taken lightly by Joe Biden and the Democrats in 2024. Later, Steve reacts to the recent rise of Nikki Haley in the polls and why he doesn't buy her as a threat to take down Donald Trump.

17 snips
Dec 9, 2023 • 10min
Steve Schmidt explains how the Ivy League failed America's youth
Steve Schmidt, a political strategist and commentator, discusses the recent antisemitic protests happening on college campuses. He criticizes elite universities for allowing this behavior, highlighting the decay of the nation. He explores the collapse of trust in institutions and the ideological hijacking of elite universities, which has led to extremism and violence. Schmidt highlights the corrupted state of these institutions and its detrimental impact on America, particularly on the intellectual decency of young students.

Dec 7, 2023 • 10min
How Vivek Ramaswamy is auditioning to be Donald Trump's VP
Steve Schmidt reacts to Vivek Ramaswamy's comments at the Republican President debate, saying both 9/11 and January 6th were inside jobs. Steve adds that this sort of inane commentary is clearly an audition to be Trump's running mate and should be cause of national concern.

Dec 5, 2023 • 12min
How George Santos's absurdity helps Donald Trump's reelection chances
Steve Schmidt reacts to the news George Santos has joined Cameo. Despite its absurdity on its face, Steve says this sort of action leads to a cynical electorate which could help elect Donald Trump in 2024.

Dec 5, 2023 • 13min
How Donald Trump's second term would be worse than the first
Steve Schmidt reacts to the piece in "The Atlantic" Magazine detailing Donald Trump's horrific plans for a second term.

Dec 3, 2023 • 15min
What Lindsey Graham gets wrong about our nation's immigration crisis
Steve Schmidt discusses Lindsey Graham's latest comments on immigration, and why they prove he is unfit to serve his country.

Nov 30, 2023 • 15min
The "unforgivable" legacy of Henry Kissinger
Steve Schmidt remembers the legacy of former Secretary of State, Henry Kissinger. He discusses the many horrors that were inflicted around the world on his watch, especially in the Middle East with the current Israel-Hamas War, and why he will not be remembered fondly.