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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 its... more

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Donald Trump was smuggled off a Turkish tarmac in a catering truck while his press corps and Cabinet flew home as decoys. Steve Schmidt breaks down Trump's total humiliation and how his cowardice will define his failed presidency.

Today's Merch: Th... more

Donald Trump signed an executive order scaling back childhood vaccine recommendations in another blow to public health in America. Steve Schmidt breaks down Trump's negligence, his physical decline, and the grave danger of the most powerful man in th... more

The reflecting pool case just collapsed, and now everybody's pointing fingers. Steve Schmidt and Dean Blundell break down how the Trump administration quietly dropped charges against the Olympic canoer, blamed the reflecting pool damage on botched re... more

After Nancy Mace's rank and bigoted comments about Muslim Americans, it's clear she has no understanding of the First Amendment. Steve Schmidt breaks down MAGA's mental illness and why she and Donald Trump are not fit to serve.

Today's Merch: The P... more

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Brian Tyler Cohen
Guest, political commentator and author
Episode: It Will Take Guts and Power | Steve Schmidt and Brian Tyler Cohen
Jenn Budd
Emmy-winning HBO documentary filmmaker; former ICE agent; immigrant rights activist
Borderland Talk / Substack: Borderland Talk
Episode: Dead Air: Fourth Estate Failures | Steve Schmidt & Dean Blundell
Jon Ossoff
U.S. Senator, questioning official statements
U.S. Senate
Episode: Pete Hegseth Unravels Under Jon Ossoff's Questions | Steve Schmidt
Stephen Miller
Former White House aide and strategist associated with Trumpism
White House / Trump administration
Episode: Donald Trump Will Watch His Movement Fall
Nick Valencia
Independent journalist focusing on immigration
CNN/Independent journalism coverage
Episode: Has America Reached Another Breaking Point? | Steve Schmidt & Jim Acosta
Sydney Kamlager-Dove
Congresswoman, 37th District of California
Office of Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove
Episode: The Grievance Machine | Steve Schmidt and California Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove
Annie Andrews
Pediatrician and Democratic candidate running against Lindsey Graham
Democratic candidate, South Carolina
Episode: Donald Trump Will Be Stopped This November | Steve Schmidt
Dr. Annie Andrews
South Carolina pediatrician and candidate for U.S. Senate
Campaign for Dr. Annie Andrews
Episode: Can Lindsey Graham Finally Be Defeated? | Steve Schmidt & Graham Opponent Dr. Annie Andrews
Pete Hagstaff
Guest discussing military and foreign policy perspectives
Episode: Donald Trump Is Running on Fumes | Steve Schmidt

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Steve Schmidt
Host of The Warning with Steve Schmidt, political commentator and strategist, associated with The Warning and Save America Movement

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Great Show

    Great conversation and opinion

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brooklyn Me
    United States17 days ago
  • Perfect mash up!

    Today’s episode with Jennifer and Pump (I’ve Had It/IHIP News), was the mash up I needed to hear!! Steve nails it daily, and when you toss in some Dean Blundell…it’s truth and facts, with some much needed laughter. Great listen every time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SSI Drifter
    Canada2 months ago
  • Regular listener

    Ken Harbaugh, thank you for the work you’ve done. If only our tv personality could have had the dignity, fortitude, intelligence, patriotism, honor, and love of country of Zelensky. I find it interesting that that comparison has not been made—two tv personalities who made such different life choices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dckirkman
    United States2 months ago
  • Day 102 Iran War Update

    Do you know that the Meet the Press podcast cut Trump’s melt down that you played?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Debbie in AZ
    United States2 months ago
  • GOP is weak

    The Republican media blitz is on.. Our friends and neighbors will be convinced to vote against their own interests because of shiny ads, full of lies.

    Inoculate your friends and family against Republican attack ads. Repubs lie! Turn off their ads! Turn away! It’s their psychological ops.

    We’re living through decades of Republican trickle down economics, and people are struggling.

    Democrats are NOT weak. The Republicans are weak, and they show it every day.

    The Economist described ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BGDem
    United States2 months ago

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Strong, direct political analysis with unapologetic takes.
Listeners appreciate the guest diversity and the host's historical context.
Some criticisms focus on production and ad interruptions impacting listening experience.

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#113
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It Will Take Guts and Power | Steve Schmidt and Brian Tyler Cohen
Q: How do you balance pragmatic governance with a progressive agenda while maintaining coalition viability?
The guest argues for a balance between aggressive reform and coalition-building, warning against purity tests that fracture the left and hinder the ability to enact policy changes that benefit ordinary people.
It Will Take Guts and Power | Steve Schmidt and Brian Tyler Cohen
Q: What would day one look like in 2029 if Democrats hold power, and how should they respond to Trump's ongoing influence?
The discussion suggests immediate, decisive actions at the start of a new administration, including choices on the filibuster, statehood debates, and reorganizing how government operates to deliver tangible benefits.
It Will Take Guts and Power | Steve Schmidt and Brian Tyler Cohen
Q: Talk about what made you write the book and how you conceive of the use of power for what you call The Day After.
The guest argues Democrats have failed at wielding power, contrasting with Republican use of power, and emphasizes a strategy focused on practical reforms and bold, yet virtuous, changes to health care, voting rights, and climate policy.
Ceasefire in Flames | Steve Schmidt & Ken Harbaugh
Q: How do they describe the impact of leadership on the military and national security?
They argue that leadership failures at the Secretary of Defense and national leadership have degraded discipline and morale, undermined the integrity of naval aviation, and damaged America's strategic position abroad, making a decisive victory unlikely.
Ceasefire in Flames | Steve Schmidt & Ken Harbaugh
Q: What is the central concern about the current Iran conflict as discussed on the show?
The host and guest express concern that the war is being mishandled at the top levels, with misinformation and weak leadership eroding credibility, while the public and allies lose trust as casualties mount and strategic goals remain unclear.

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What is The Warning about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across episodes, the host provides forceful, opinion-driven commentary on contemporary American politics, with a heavy emphasis on Trump-era dynamics, democratic norms, media influence, and the role of power in shaping national policy. Conversations often lean into stark moral framing, historical comparisons, and calls to accountability, frequently supported by guest experts who offer critical perspectives on politics, public health, or civil rights. A notable pattern is pairing incendiary monologues with interviews or panel discussions that challenge mainstream narratives, making it a punk‑rock take on current events that appeals to listeners seeking unflinching, provocative analysis and mobilizing calls to action.

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2. Jenn Budd
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4. Stephen Miller
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6. Sydney Kamlager-Dove
7. Annie Andrews
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