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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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With Election Day just hours away, Steve Schmidt and Dean Blundell examine the chaos engulfing the final stretch of the midterm campaigns. From Haley Stevens' stunning political reversal and disastrous Anderson Cooper interview to Donald Trump's biza... more

Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan’s Senate race. With one day before the midterms, Steve Schmidt breaks down Stevens’ betrayal and why, tomorrow, America will reject Donald Trump and MAGA.

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Three days before the midterms, Steve Schmidt and Dean Blundell host a Halloween edition of "Dead Air." Steve predicts a historic political repudiation of Donald Trump and MAGA. They examine Trump's increasingly erratic behavior, the corruption surro... more

Four days before the midterms, Steve Schmidt joins Jim Acosta with a stunning prediction: MAGA is headed for a historic electoral defeat, with Democrats poised to reclaim both chambers of Congress and potentially flip Republican strongholds. Steve br... more

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Pat Ryan
U.S. representative for New York's 18th congressional district and West Point graduate
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: MAGA Asteroid Strike: A Trump Wipeout | Steve Schmidt & Jim Acosta
Chris DeLuzio
Navy veteran and Pennsylvania congressman
United States House of Representatives
Episode: Hegseth Has Got To Go | Steve Schmidt & Rep. Chris DeLuzio
Ken Harbaugh
Host and former Navy pilot
Episode: Election Security Update: Who's Gonna Tell Trump He Lost? | Steve Schmidt & Ken Harbaugh
Dean Blundell
Broadcaster and writer who hosts Dead Air.
Episode: Dead Air: Musk's Reckoning Is Coming | Steve Schmidt & Dean Blundell
Jim Acosta
Journalist and host of The Jim Acosta Show.
The Jim Acosta Show
Episode: MAGA's Final Meltdown: Ramaswamy, Trump, Corruption and the Coming Reckoning | Steve Schmidt, Jim Acosta & Miles Taylor
Miles Taylor
Founder of Defiance and former Department of Homeland Security chief of staff.
Defiance
Episode: MAGA's Final Meltdown: Ramaswamy, Trump, Corruption and the Coming Reckoning | Steve Schmidt, Jim Acosta & Miles Taylor
Katie Couric
Journalist and founder of Katie Couric Media
Katie Couric Media
Episode: A MAGA Wipeout — and a Reckoning for Trump's Inner Circle | Steve Schmidt & Katie Couric
Jamie West
Democrat running for Fayette County Council, Indiana
Democrat, Fayette County Council candidate
Episode: Dead Air: The Buddy System | Steve Schmidt & Dean Blundell
Scott Colom
Mississippi district attorney and Senate candidate
Mississippi Senate campaign
Episode: Trump's Titanic Is Sinking | Steve Schmidt & Jim Acosta

Hosts

Steve Schmidt
Political commentator and host driving much of the program's political critique and analysis, often anchored in national security, governance, and strategic messaging.
Dean Blundell
Co-host who engages in panel discussions, introduces topics, and guides discussion with a provocative voice.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Steve Schmidt: verrry intense--in the best possible way.

    Thanks for calling out illegal/ immoral BS.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    39PodAddict
    18 days ago
  • No accountability forthcoming

    Steve I agree with you 99% of the time. However, I heard you on Dead Air 8/29, and I could not disagree more with you on 2 issues:

    1] a Dem landslide in Nov 2026; pure hopium, Dems may eke out a win, but there will be no blue wave, moreover, MAGA will work themselves back into power if ever removed from it. Furthermore, Dems are in no way prepared for a MAGA coup this Nov and the violence of such an event.

    Trumpism is stage 4 cancer not the flu. There “ought” to be a blue wave, but we live... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prometheus---
    United States2 months ago
  • Steve knows what he’s talking about.

    Thank you for guiding us through these tumultuous times. I can’t understand how and why all people can’t see what’s happening to our country. My only hope is we make it through long enough to put laws in place so that this never happens without someone going to prison! -I always said things would have to get real bad before MAGA’s spell was broken.

    Godspeed, Steve Schmidt 👈🏽🫡❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susanyb60
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you

    Steve Schmidt, you’re the man…for your honesty, integrity, courage, and forthrightness…thank you for all that you do. 🇺🇸

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoldCountryArtist
    United States2 months ago
  • Democratic party

    Please, be consistent when referring to the party. It is not the Democrat party.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bandolera100
    United States3 months ago

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High energy debates with clear, actionable insights for listeners.
Guests bring strong expertise, but some episodes feel repetitive to a few listeners.
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Insightful, bold takes on politics and policy.
Conversations can be highly provocative and sometimes polarizing.

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Dead Air: Musk's Reckoning Is Coming | Steve Schmidt & Dean Blundell
Q: Where do you put this, Steve, in the tree of everybody that is surrounding and propping up Donald Trump right now?
Schmidt calls Elon Musk a fascist and an anti-Semite, criticizes his influence over government and Ukraine, and argues that future leaders should investigate his government work and reduce his power.
Dead Air: Musk's Reckoning Is Coming | Steve Schmidt & Dean Blundell
Q: Why can't Donald Trump Jr. pay for his own wedding?
Blundell says Trump Jr. is in business with a Russian associate who paid for the wedding, and argues that people who benefit from stolen or questionable money seek others to cover their expenses.
Election Security Update: Who's Gonna Tell Trump He Lost? | Steve Schmidt & Ken Harbaugh
Q: What should Democrats do the day after the election, and then what should Democrats do on day one of the new Congress?
Schmidt calls for a forceful oversight agenda, including 500 investigators focused on government activity, and says Democrats should reject compromise with the Trump administration and election deniers.
Election Security Update: Who's Gonna Tell Trump He Lost? | Steve Schmidt & Ken Harbaugh
Q: I want to start by just getting your sense in this home stretch here of how things are looking. Are the vibes matching the polls? What should we be worried about?
Schmidt predicts a decisive Democratic victory and warns that Trump may challenge the results, setting off a chaotic period before the new Congress takes office.
Hegseth Has Got To Go | Steve Schmidt & Rep. Chris DeLuzio
Q: What has the experience been like in this Trump era?
DeLuzio says he entered Congress aware of threats to democracy but has witnessed abuses of power. He says elected officials should seek common ground without yielding to people willing to break the rule of law.

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The series centers political analysis with a sharp, unapologetic stance toward current U.S. leadership and policy, frequently critiquing MAGA-era governance, media narratives, and national security issues. Episodes pair veteran political strategists with guests to dissect policy, elections, and democracy-shaping dynamics, often using historical analogies and combative rhetoric to urge listeners toward accountability and civic engagement. A standout aspect is the mix of high-velocity debate, cross-border political references, and a persistent call to action through an advocacy angle tied to a broader movement. This combination makes it appealing to listeners who want brisk, opinionated analysis grounded in current events and historical conte... more

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