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Kara Swisher: Americans Are Turning On The Rich | Bulwark Podcast
Kara Swisher argues that tech billionaires like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are leveraging their wealth to manipulate markets and politics for personal gain, while public perception of them shifts from admiration to disdain.
Bob Kagan: We’re About to Find Out What Real Failure Looks Like | Bulwark Podcast
Bob Kagan argues that Trump's Iran policy is a strategic surrender, leading to the collapse of the US-led world order and empowering adversaries like Iran, China, and Russia while alienating traditional allies.
Broadview Six Case Ended in Total Disaster for Trump’s DOJ (w/ Mary McCord) | Illegal News
This episode dissects multiple instances of alleged Department of Justice misconduct, executive overreach, and questionable legal practices under the Trump administration, including a confidential $1.8 billion 'slush fund' and prosecutorial abuses in high-profile cases.
The Next Level LIVE: Texas Primary Results! Megyn Kelly Turns on Trump?!
The Texas Republican primary results reveal a deep embrace of 'vice signaling' and Trump's endorsement, with voters choosing a scandal-plagued candidate over a long-serving incumbent, while broader political trends show a rise of non-traditional figures and a growing 'America First, Israel Worst' bloc.
Eddie Glaude Is Sounding the Alarm. Are We Listening? | Bulwark Podcast
Professor Eddie Glaude Jr. unpacks how America's milestone anniversaries consistently reveal the nation's "divided soul" regarding race and freedom, arguing that current political polarization echoes historical patterns of forgetting and white republicanism.
Trump Blinked. Iran Won. Now What? (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol dissect the perceived US defeat in the Iran deal, Trump's political maneuvering, and the weaponization of the Justice Department, arguing that Iran emerged victorious while domestic political fractures deepen.
Ebola Is Back. Hantavirus Is Spreading. Time to Watch These Movies.
As Ebola and Hantavirus spread, this episode dissects how three virus-themed movies—'And the Band Played On,' 'Contagion,' and 'Outbreak'—realistically (or unrealistically) portray public health crises, government responses, and societal reactions.
For the First Time Since WWII, Moscow Is Under Attack (w/ Marc Bennetts) | Shield of the Republic
This episode dissects the unpredictable nature of US foreign policy under Trump, the hollowing out of American diplomacy, and offers a grim, first-hand account of Russia's descent into authoritarianism and the pervasive impact of state propaganda.
No Matter How Hard He Tries, JD Vance Will Never Be Cool
This episode features a lively political trivia game and passionate rants, dissecting the 'Never Trump' movement, Democratic strategy, and the perceived lack of charisma of figures like JD Vance.
Reckoning With Trump’s Iran Defeat. Plus: The Meaning of Memorial Day (w/ Michael Wood)
A combat veteran and former Marine officer critically assesses the Trump administration's handling of the Iran conflict as a strategic defeat and expresses deep concern over the politicization of the U.S. military, linking these issues to the solemn meaning of Memorial Day.
Danielle Crittenden on Losing Her Daughter | Mona Charen Show
Author Danielle Crittenden shares her deeply personal journey through the unimaginable grief of losing her daughter, Miranda, offering raw insights into coping with catastrophic loss, navigating family dynamics, and the unexpected challenges of digital legacies.
Wait, did TRUMP Show Democrats How to Win? (w/ Adam Jentleson) | Focus Group
This episode argues that Democrats can build a 'supermajority' by embracing 'heterodoxy' and focusing on voters' material concerns, drawing lessons from figures like Donald Trump and Zoron Mumdani.
Is Tim Miller’s 2028 Strategy a Little TOO Evil? | The Next Level
This episode dives into a controversial political strategy: letting Donald Trump's unpopularity 'touch the stove' to discredit Trumpism for future elections, alongside a heated debate on the efficacy of impeaching him again.
Senate Republicans Are Finally Sick of Trump’s Insanity (w/ Mike Murphy) | Bulwark Podcast
Veteran political strategist Mike Murphy details how Senate Republicans are finally pushing back against Trump's influence, Democratic party dysfunction, and the alarming US lag behind China in EV manufacturing.
Gas Prices Reach 4-Year High For Memorial Day Weekend | Receipts Live
The hosts dissect America's 'new golden age' of economic pessimism, rising gas prices, a precarious AI boom, and unprecedented political corruption, questioning the future of ownership and trust in institutions.
Why Trump’s Favorite Shoe Company Is Fighting the White House (w/ Thomas Florsheim Jr.)
Thomas Florsheim Jr., CEO of Weyco Group (maker of Trump's favored Florsheim shoes), details how broad, unpredictable tariffs have severely impacted his company, forcing them to absorb millions in costs and sue the government, all while finding reshoring manufacturing to the US economically infeasible.
The Dam is Starting to Break on Trump’s Stupid War (Sarah, Sam & Amanda Carpenter) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode exposes the alarming absurdity of Trump's political maneuvers, from a 'thug fund' for J6 rioters and perpetual tax immunity to a farcical Iran war strategy and corporate leaders' sycophancy.
He Went on Fox News—and Turned Hannity's Script Against Him (w/ Justin Jones) | Bulwark Podcast
Tennessee State Representative Justin Jones exposes how the state's gerrymandering and legislative actions are dismantling Black political power, while also discussing the broader national implications of Trump's influence and the strategy of engaging with Fox News audiences.
Why in the World Are We Pulling Troops out of Poland? | Command Post
The US is systematically undermining its own strategic interests and long-standing alliances by unilaterally withdrawing troops from key European partners like Poland and Germany, signaling weakness to adversaries and eroding trust with allies.
Andrew Weissmann: Trump's Slush Fund Isn't Just Corrupt—It's a Crime | Illegal News
Andrew Weissmann and Sarah Longwell dissect the illegality of Trump's "anti-weaponization fund" and explore systemic legal reforms to hold politicians accountable for lies, drawing lessons from international and state laws.
BREAKING: Thomas Massie Loses Primary Against Trump-Backed Challenger
Thomas Massie's primary loss to a Trump-backed challenger, despite Massie's alignment with Trump's past policy positions, highlights the principle-less nature of modern Republican politics driven solely by loyalty to Trump.
The GOP Paralyzed Congress for Trump’s IDIOTIC Ballroom (Sarah, JVL & Martha Raddatz) | Bulwark Pod
The Bulwark hosts dissect alleged corruption surrounding a $1.8 billion 'slush fund' for Trump's allies and a $1 billion Secret Service 'ballroom,' arguing these are unprecedented acts of legalized fraud and misprioritization, while Martha Raddatz offers insights on the opaque nature of current US foreign policy and the human cost of war.
Trump Keeps Going to the Doctor. Nobody's Allowed to Ask Why. (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
Bill Kristol and Tim Miller dissect Donald Trump's declining poll numbers, his perceived foreign policy weakness regarding Iran and China, and growing concerns about his health and alleged corruption, arguing these issues could significantly impact upcoming elections.
Ending the War Will Require Force | Shield of the Republic
This episode dissects the complexities of US foreign policy, from media integrity and defense mismanagement to strategic approaches for Iran, China, and Cuba, emphasizing the need for robust leadership and public understanding.
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