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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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September 9 · 8 min
Donald Trump's Lies Have Never Been More Disgraceful | Steve Schmidt
Donald Trump lied about where he was on 9/11, disgracing those who sacrificed their lives in the wake of the attacks. Two days before the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Steve Schmidt breaks down Trump's complete and utter lack of shame. Today's Merch: These Are the Times https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/these-are-the-times-hoodie 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.
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September 8 · 9 min
The Democrats Are Going to Bury MAGA in November | Steve Schmidt
There are 56 days before the midterms, and Donald Trump spent Labor Day posting AI slop on social media. Steve Schmidt explains the blue tsunami heading to wash away MAGA's filth from coast to coast. Today's Merch: Different Ships Unite https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/different-ships-united-tee 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.
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September 7 · 10 min
The Republican Party's Long History of Hidden Hypocrisy | Steve Schmidt
Steve Schmidt joins Jennifer Welch to expose the Republican Party's long history of closeted men climbing to the highest levels of power. They break down the decades of hypocrisy and why the intolerance is a national security risk. Today's Merch: Lake Ontario https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/lake-ontario-tee 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.
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September 6 · 1 hr 13 min
Dead Air: History Leaves Clues | Steve Schmidt and Dean Blundell
Dead Air is back — and this time, Steve and Dean are coming to you from Europe. They’re traveling with their 20-year-old sons through some of the darkest chapters in human history, showing them how fascism took hold in Nazi Germany: slowly, one day at a time. Dachau didn’t start as a death camp. It started as a work camp and the parallels are impossible to ignore. Steve and Dean are here to talk about the history we swore we’d never repeat — and what they’re seeing in America today, from ICE detention centers to a government testing just how much cruelty people will accept. Plus: Mark Carney, America’s relationship with Canada, and Pete Hegseth attacking a Canadian kid on the internet while our military is in shambles and losing a war. Never again means never again. Don’t miss this one. Support The Warning and become a member today! https://www.youtube.com/@thewarningwithsteveschmidt/videos Today's Merch: Lake Ontario Tee https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/lake-ontario-tee 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 🇺🇸 JOIN @SaveAmericaMvmt: The Save America Movement is dedicated to truth, accountability, and the preservation of our democracy. We can't do this without you. 👉 Take action today: TheSaveAmericaMovement.org 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Informed Website: TheSaveAmericaMovement.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 4 · 8 min
JD Vance Is Heading for Disaster | Steve Schmidt
JD Vance is equally responsible for America's current national security crisis, and the rest of MAGA can smell the blood in the water because of it. As we arrive at the end of summer, Steve Schmidt explains why 2028 is already slipping away from the vice president and the rest of Trump's collapsing coalition. Today's Merch: Carney for President https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/carney-for-president-tee 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.
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September 3 · 8 min
Pete Hegseth Is Jeopardizing America's Safety
Dan Driscoll resigned from the military rather than continue working under Pete Hegseth's egomaniacal incompetence. With just 63 days until the midterms, Steve Schmidt explains why this is America's last chance to rein in Donald Trump's fascist regime and its despoiling of the Constitution. Today's Merch: Secretary of War Crimes https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/secretary-of-war-crimes?_pos=1&_psq=secretary+of+war+cri&_psid=e28fc54b3&_ss=e 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.
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September 2 · 8 min
The Nightmare Is Coming to an End | Steve Schmidt
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is blaming the media and America's allies for Trump's failed war with Iran and trade war with Canada. Steve Schmidt explains Trump's failing, sycophantic regime and why it's time for America to wake up and reclaim its future. Today's Merch: Carney for President https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/carney-for-president-tee 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.
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September 1 · 8 min
America Is at a Dangerous Crossroads | Steve Schmidt
Eighty-seven years ago today, Germany started World War II when it attacked Poland under false pretenses. Steve Schmidt explains how the descent into fascism happens one day at a time and warns that under Donald Trump, America is walking a dangerous path that must be stopped. Today's Merch: Carney for President https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/carney-for-president-tee 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.
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August 31 · 41 min
Dead Air: Rebuilt This City | Steve Schmidt and Dean Blundell
Donald Trump has spent the year making Washington look a little more like… Donald Trump. REBUILT THIS CITY is revisiting some of Dead Air’s favorite attempts to remake the nation’s capital in his image. We’ve got the Reflecting Pool mess from start to finish, the claw landing on the White House lawn, and all the gold, flags, and questionable decorating decisions in between. Plus, we’re bringing back Steve and Dean’s conversation with Jennifer Welch and Angie “Pumps” Sullivan from I’ve Had It because if anyone understands the feeling of having had it, it’s them. Tune in for one last trip through the DEAD AIR archives before Steve and Dean are back with all-new shows next week. Brought to you by the Save America Movement. Support The Warning and become a member today! https://www.youtube.com/@thewarningwithsteveschmidt/videos Today's Merch: Lake Ontario Tee https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/lake-ontario-tee 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 🇺🇸 JOIN @SaveAmericaMvmt: The Save America Movement is dedicated to truth, accountability, and the preservation of our democracy. We can't do this without you. 👉 Take action today: TheSaveAmericaMovement.org 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Informed Website: TheSaveAmericaMovement.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 31 · 8 min
Donald Trump Won't Know What Hit Him | Steve Schmidt
Ken Paxton is polling behind James Talarico and Donald Trump continues to act erratically, posting AI videos and attacking journalists. Steve Schmidt breaks down the retribution headed for MAGA in the midterms this November. Support The Warning and become a member today! https://www.youtube.com/@thewarningwithsteveschmidt/videos Today's Merch: Lake Ontario Tee https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/lake-ontario-tee 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.
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August 29 · 1 hr 23 min
Dead Air: Summer of Scam | Steve Schmidt and Dean Blundell
If there’s one thing you can count on from this White House, it’s a good ole scam. "Summer of Scam" is revisiting some of Dead Air’s favorites: Don Jr. and Eric’s drone investments, Melania being hailed as a “visionary,” and Jared and Ivanka’s plans in Albania causing a bit of a problem with the locals. Plus, we’re revisiting Steve and Dean’s conversation with former Border Patrol agent Jenn Budd about what’s really happening at the border — it’s an important one, and worth hearing again. Tune in for the scams, schemes, and grifts that somehow, someway just keep coming. Support The Warning and become a member today! https://www.youtube.com/@thewarningwithsteveschmidt/videos Today's Merch: Lake Ontario Tee https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/lake-ontario-tee 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 🇺🇸 JOIN @SaveAmericaMvmt: The Save America Movement is dedicated to truth, accountability, and the preservation of our democracy. We can't do this without you. 👉 Take action today: TheSaveAmericaMovement.org 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Informed Website: TheSaveAmericaMovement.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 28 · 9 min
Donald Trump Has No Idea What He's Doing | Steve Schmidt
Donald Trump signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario to 'Lake America.' Steve Schmidt explains Trump's petty idiocy and why MAGA will be swept away in 67 days. Today's Merch: Friend of Canada https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/foca-hat 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.
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August 27 · 8 min
Trump’s Latest Puppet Is a Disaster for America | Steve Schmidt
As Darlene Graham’s Senate nomination exposes the rot inside today’s Republican Party, Steve Schmidt breaks down her candidacy, Trump’s control, and what it means for America’s future. Support The Warning and become a member today! https://www.youtube.com/@thewarningwithsteveschmidt/videos Today's Merch: Drain The Swamp https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/drain-the-swap-tee 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.
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August 26 · 8 min
Dolly Parton’s Final Lesson for a Divided America | Steve Schmidt
As America mourns the loss of Dolly Parton, her life reminds us that love and kindness matter more than what divides us. Steve Schmidt breaks down Dolly Parton’s legacy and explains what her message of grace, humility, and unity can teach us in an increasingly judgmental and divided America. Today's Merch: Drain The Swamp https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/drain-the-swap-tee 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.
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August 25 · 9 min
Donald Trump Just Started a Fight He Can't Win | Steve Schmidt"
Donald Trump launched a trade war against Canada expecting them to fold, and instead Mark Carney and Doug Ford are fighting back. Steve Schmidt breaks down why Trump has picked the wrong fight. Today's Merch: Friend of Canada https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/foca-friend-of-canada-crewneck 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.
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August 25 · 1 hr 12 min
Dead Air: Devil's In The Details | Steve Schmidt and Dean Blundell
Religion, politics, and Donald Trump — what could possibly go wrong? DEVIL’S IN THE DETAILS digs into some of our favorite "Dead Air" moments about the religious zealotry that has taken hold of this administration. Trump takes on Pope Leo; a giant golden Trump statue heads for Florida; Pastor Paula White enters the picture; and Steve and Dean sit down with author and theologian Brian Recker to talk about faith, power, and what happens when religion becomes a political weapon. Watch some favorite moments from the unholy mess that is Trump’s America featuring popes, golden idols, Pastor Paula, and whatever the hell she’s talking about. Brought to you by the Save America Movement. Support The Warning and become a member today! https://www.youtube.com/@thewarningwithsteveschmidt/videos Today's Merch: Don't Tread On Me Tee https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/dont-tread-on-me-cotton-tee 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 🇺🇸 JOIN @SaveAmericaMvmt: The Save America Movement is dedicated to truth, accountability, and the preservation of our democracy. We can't do this without you. 👉 Take action today: TheSaveAmericaMovement.org 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Informed Website: TheSaveAmericaMovement.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 24 · 8 min
Hakeem Jeffries Owes America an Explanation | Steve Schmidt
Hakeem Jeffries, who could soon be Speaker of the House, held a secret meeting with Jared Kushner just months before the midterms. I explain why this betrayal could cost the Democratic Party everything. Today's Merch: Freedom Is a Gift https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/unisex-garment-dyed-heavyweight-t-shirt 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.
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August 23 · 29 min
Dead Air Recap: Eat the Press | Steve Schmidt and Dean Blundell
Congress went home, the Senate cleared out, and "Dead Air" is taking a little break — but we’re not leaving you alone with the news. Today at 12 pm ET, we’re digging into the "Dead Air" archives for EAT THE PRESS, a best-of collection featuring some of our favorite media meltdowns and moments from the past few months. Trump walks off "Meet the Press" in Wisconsin; Steve and Dean take on the disaster that was the White House Correspondents’ Dinner — twice; Scott Pelley enters the chat; and Kristen Welker gets the "Dead Air" treatment. Then, as a much-needed palate cleanser, we’re bringing back our conversation with Marshan Camese, aka Nola the Progressive, who lit up the internet and will be back with us in September. Tune in to relive some of our favorite media meltdowns, press disasters, and moments from the past few months. Brought to you by the Save America Movement. Support The Warning and become a member today! https://www.youtube.com/@thewarningwithsteveschmidt/videos Today's Merch: Don't Tread On Me Tee hhttps://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/dont-tread-on-me-cotton-tee?_pos=1&_psq=don%27t+tread+on+me&_psid=2d69cd183&_ss=e 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.
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August 22 · 55 min
Oh Schmidt! It's Friday: The Cracks Are Showing | Steve Schmidt and Jim Acosta
Donald Trump has surrounded himself with sycophants, fabulists and people willing to tell him exactly what he wants to hear. On this week's edition of "Oh Schmidt! It's Friday," Jim Acosta and Steve Schmidt take a hard look at the increasingly strange world inside Trump’s orbit, including the extraordinary story of Natalie Harp and what it reveals about the people who have access to the president of the United States. They also talk about Michael Cohen’s astonishing journey back toward Trump, and then turn to something much bigger: Jon Ossoff and the emergence of a new generation of Democratic leadership. Ossoff is showing what political courage looks like at a time when too many others have chosen caution, calculation and retreat. America is entering an extraordinarily consequential stretch. Trump looks weaker. The opposition is beginning to find its voice. And the political landscape may be changing faster than Washington understands. Support The Warning and become a member today! https://www.youtube.com/@thewarningwithsteveschmidt/videos Today's Merch: Stephen Miller Sucks https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/stephen-miller-sucks-crewneck-1 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 Be sure to subscribe to Jim too: /@jimacosta See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 21 · 8 min
Donald Trump Can't Blame Joe Biden For His Mess | Steve Schmidt
Donald Trump has added trillions to the national debt while his sycophants hope they can distort reality by blaming Joe Biden. Steve Schmidt explain the unavoidable truth of Trump's failed presidency and why he will be held responsible this fall. Today's Merch: Stephen Miller Sucks https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/stephen-miller-sucks-crewneck-1 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.
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