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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United States

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Politics

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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.

Language:

English

Website:

https://steveschmidt.substack.com/

Episodes

Pam Bondi's Corruption Put On Display At Senate Hearing

10/8/2025

During her Senate Oversight Hearing, Attorney General Pam Bondi showed she will say whatever she needs to enact Trump's policies. Steve Schmidt breaks down Bondi's hearing and what it reveals about Trump's true goals. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:32

Why Trump's Military Speeches Are An Embarrassment | A Conversation with Lucian K. Truscott IV

10/8/2025

Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth spoke to America's military generals last week, proving their mission to take over our armed forces. Steve Schmidt sits down with Lucian K. Truscott IV to discuss the Quantico meeting and the Trump regime's lack of military respect. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:12:33

CBS Becoming Another Arm of MAGA Propaganda

10/7/2025

After the announcement that the Free Press was bought by CBS, it's become clear the legacy media giant is fully under Donald Trump's control. Steve Schmidt reacts to the hiring of Bari Weiss at CBS News and the loss of trust in American media. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:09:27

Trump Using Force To Take Over American Cities | A Conversation with Ryan Lizza

10/7/2025

Over the weekend, Trump deployed National Guard troops to American cities like Portland and Chicago. Steve Schmidt sits down with Ryan Lizza to discuss troops patrolling American streets and how we can fight back against Trump's tyranny. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:13:04

How Ukraine Is Winning The War Against Russia | A Conversation with Ken Harbaugh

10/6/2025

While Trump claims he's ended all wars, the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is still ongoing and costing thousands of lives. Steve Schmidt sits down with Ken Harbaugh who provides updates from the front lines of Ukraine and explains how the concept of warfare has evolved. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:14:30

Trump Begins Military Takeover of America

10/6/2025

Trump and his regime have spent the last few weeks amassing military support and have now used that support to deploy on American streets. Steve Schmidt reacts to the deployment of troops in Chicago and Portland and explains why a war has begun on our own soil. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:02

Trump and MAGA Have Killed The Republican Party | A Conversation with

10/3/2025

Since the era of Trump and the rise of MAGA, the new age of Republicans are an embarrassment to their predecessors. Steve Schmidt sits down with Dean Blundell to talk about the fall of the GOP and the legacy of John McCain. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:42

Trump Making Corruption and Xenophobia The New American Values

10/2/2025

While another government shutdown looms, Trump and his goons have been busy spreading propaganda and hate across America. Steve Schmidt reacts to threats from Trump and Stephen Miller and urges Americans to come together to remove MAGA from power. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:33

Mike Johnson's Grindr Account REVEALED | A Conversation with Dean Blundell

10/2/2025

While Republicans like Mike Johnson preach religion and christian values, there are persistent rumors their private behavior tell a different story. Steve Schmidt sits down with Dean Blundell to talk about Mike Johnson's secret Grindr profile and the hypocrisy of MAGA. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:10:36

Trump and Hegseth Threaten America's Military

10/1/2025

After Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth spoke to America's military leaders, this regime's plans to take control of our military became crystal clear. Steve Schmidt reacts to the speeches at Quantico and explains why it's a dangerous sign of things to come. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:58

Why Trump's Speech to America's Generals Should TERRIFY You | A Conversation with Ryan Lizza

9/30/2025

After Trump spoke to our nation's top generals, he made it a point to refer to Democrats as "radical" and "enemies". Steve Schmidt sits down with Ryan Lizza to discuss the speech at Quantico and why military leaders need to resist illegal orders. Check out my full conversation with Ryan on Substack - https://steveschmidt.substack.com/p/trump-demands-loyalty-at-quantico Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:10:02

Democratic Leadership Are Just As Complicit As MAGA

9/30/2025

While Trump's regime continues to acquire power in our government, the opposition party has done nothing to get in their way. Steve Schmidt looks at the lack of leadership in the Democratic party and calls for new voices to emerge in our fight against fascism. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:51

Trump's Regime Needs To Be Called Out For The Fascists They Are

9/29/2025

After Pam Bondi issued threats towards Americans not on her side of the aisle, it's clear all of Trump's goons will do exactly what he wants. Steve Schmidt looks at the actions of Bondi and Stephen Miller and why we can't be intimidated by Trump. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:32

Caving, Capture and Quantico | The Schmidt Storm

9/27/2025

In the latest edition of "The Schmidt Storm", Steve answers your questions about Pete Hegseth's all hands on deck meeting at Quantico, ABC's decision to bring back Kimmel and who might be Trump's next target. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:07:12

Comey Indictment Shows Trump Is Ready To Go After His Enemies

9/26/2025

With James Comey getting a federal indictment, Trump's constant threats are no longer empty promises. Steve Schmidt reacts to the indictment and explains what can happen when a government goes after its critics. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:14

Trump Humiliates Himself During UN Speech

9/24/2025

Donald Trump spoke to world leaders at the UN yesterday and proved his incompetence to the world. Steve Schmidt reacts to Trump's speech and explains why he's the embodiment of American decay. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:41

Trump's Inner Circle of Whack Jobs Putting Americans in Danger

9/23/2025

While Trump is mentally unfit to lead America, the loyalist goons around him aren't any better. Steve Schmidt reacts to the latest claims from RFK Jr. and Tom Homan and warns of a growing decay in America. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:10:12

Trump Turns Charlie Kirk's Memorial Service Into MAGA Rally

9/22/2025

While the country still mourns the loss of Charlie Kirk, Trump has taken every opportunity to use his death to gain more power. Steve Schmidt reacts to Trump's speech at Charlie Kirk's funeral and urges Americans not to remain silent. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:09:33

ABC's Cowardice is PROOF America's Democracy Has Collapsed | A Conversation with Jim Acosta

9/22/2025

After ABC's capitulation in suspending Jimmy Kimmel, our government is suppressing free speech at an unprecedented level. Steve Schmidt sits down with Jim Acosta to discuss the collapse of free speech and how we can fight back against the Trump regime's threats. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:12:25

Killings, Cancellations & the Russia-Ukraine War | The Schmidt Storm

9/20/2025

In the latest edition of "The Schmidt Storm", Steve answers your questions on Jimmy Kimmel's future with ABC, how young people should react to Charlie Kirk's murder and what's happening with the Russia-Ukraine war. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:12:20