The Warning with Steve Schmidt

Updated: 19 Jul 2025 • 615 episodes
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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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In the latest edition of "The Schmidt Storm", Steve Schmidt answers your questions about Trump's friendship with Epstein, attacks on Iran and the ramifications of the "Big Beautiful Bill". Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschm

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After the Wall Street Journal's reporting on Trump and Epstein, the truth of their friendship is now on full display. Steve Schmidt looks at Trump's birthday message, the fallout from the story and the need for transparency. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe St

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With the Epstein files still causing issues among his supporters, Trump's approval ratings have hit an all-time low. Steve Schmidt looks at the damage Trump's association with Epstein has caused within his base and the long-term consequences of his presidency. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://st

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As the political climate in America grows more volatile, media personalities like Greg Gutfeld are still stoking the flames of division. Steve Schmidt reacts to Gutfeld's Nazi remarks and explains why there's no place for extremism rhetoric. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack

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While his regime manipulates markets and causes trade wars, Donald Trump and the members of his family have been quietly making billions with foreign entities. Steve Schmidt looks at Trump's use of power for personal gain and what the 2 billion dollar "investment" was really for. Subscribe for more and follow me here:

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After a weekend of conspiracy theories and speculations, the internal strife within the MAGA regime is making its way to the American public. Steve Schmidt looks at the controversy surrounding the Epstein files and warns of the dangers of powerful men with no morality. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: h

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