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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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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.

    BAD FAITH: New Film Explores How Christian Nationalism is Threatening America

    BAD FAITH: New Film Explores How Christian Nationalism is Threatening America

    Steve Schmidt and BAD FAITH director Stephen Ujlaki join Scripps News to discuss a new documentary about the rise of Christian Nationalism in the United States. This vital and timely documentary tells the disturbing story of the rise of Christian Nationalism in the US and how some are perverting religion to achieve their political goals. Steve Schmidt explains that this dangerous political movement wrapped under the guise of religion is very different than Christianity itself.

    BAD FAITH is now streaming on AppleTV+, Amazon and Google Play.

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    Rudy Giuliani Indicted For Election Interference

    Rudy Giuliani Indicted For Election Interference

    This week, Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows and other Trump allies were indicted by an Arizona grand jury for 2020 election interference. Steve Schmidt explains why this dramatic fraud and corruption must be voted against in the 2024 election.

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    • 17 min
    I Was at The Center of a Trump Smear Campaign. The Media Lying for Trump is Old News

    I Was at The Center of a Trump Smear Campaign. The Media Lying for Trump is Old News

    This week, the former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker testified in Trump's criminal trial. He said that he fabricated stories, including one about Ted Cruz's family, that Trump used on the campaign trail. Steve Schmidt explains that the media lying at the behest of Trump is old news. He explains how he was at the center of a smear campaign to ruin his credibility by linking him to the former president.

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    • 15 min
    Trump's Trial Will "Shrink Him to Nothingness"

    Trump's Trial Will "Shrink Him to Nothingness"

    Steve Schmidt speaks about how the criminal trial against Donald Trump is taking a toll on the former president. He sits down with Narativ’s Zev Shalev and says that the proceedings will “shrink him to nothingness.”

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    • 12 min
    I Underestimated House Speaker Mike Johnson. This Weekend, He Measured Up

    I Underestimated House Speaker Mike Johnson. This Weekend, He Measured Up

    This weekend, the House passed an aid package including $60 billion dollars that will go to Ukraine. Steve Schmidt explains why this is necessary not just to help Kyiv, but for America to ward off World War III. And despite the GOP extremists, House Speaker Mike Johnson formed a coalition and moved along this important legislation.

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    • 10 min
    INSIDE THE BIDEN MARRIAGE: How Joe & Jill Biden Balance Love, Family, & Briefing Books

    INSIDE THE BIDEN MARRIAGE: How Joe & Jill Biden Balance Love, Family, & Briefing Books

    Steve Schmidt speaks with Michael LaRosa, a political advisor who previously served as the Press Secretary for First Lady Jill Biden and was a special advisor to President Joe Biden. He speaks candidly about the love story of the President and his wife, how faith is a centerpiece of their life, and how they balance nightly dinner with reading briefing books. Steve and Michael also discuss the strategy to guard Joe Biden in the 2024 campaign race in order to protect him.

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4.3 out of 5
39 Ratings

39 Ratings

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Never missed your commentary on cable tv. I find your delivery of profound issues of the day to be compelling and presented in such a well thought out and so full of important common sense. Please keep up the excellence and know your talent.Agteed

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Love The Warning with Steve Schmidt!

It’s so great to hear this brilliant man with his weekly guests. He is one of the most insightful political commentators in America.

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