Bulwark Takes
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.
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.
$5 Gas Is Just the Beginning. It Gets MUCH Worse. | The Next Level
The hosts dissect the escalating political 'winner-take-all' mentality, from partisan redistricting to the potentially catastrophic global economic fallout of the Iran war, arguing for aggressive, persuasive political action.
Trump’s Humiliation in Iran Changes Everything (w/ Bill Kristol) | The Bulwark Podcast
This episode details how Trump's foreign policy failures in Iran and Europe, coupled with domestic political maneuvers like gerrymandering and cabinet incompetence, are fundamentally reshaping the global order and American political landscape.
We Have Six Months to Crush Trump. Here's the Playbook. | Bulwark on Sunday
Despite recent political setbacks, Democrats have a six-month window to leverage voter anger over economic issues and Trump's perceived self-interest to secure a decisive victory in the upcoming midterms and lay the groundwork for future political power.
Tim Miller: Sen. Cassidy Chose to Lose Like a Coward | Focus Group
Louisiana Republican voters are abandoning Senator Bill Cassidy for his perceived disloyalty to Trump and wishy-washy post-impeachment actions, while expressing a contradictory desire for both aggressive and calm leadership in future candidates like JD Vance and Marco Rubio.
Trump’s War Is Becoming a Political Extinction Event | The Next Level
The hosts dissect the Trump administration's handling of the Iran conflict, its economic fallout, and the political implications for the Republican party, highlighting a disconnect between public perception and the administration's self-serving narratives.
Secret Podcast Preview: JVL Wants Every Trump Voter to Know One Thing...
JVL and Sarah Longwell dissect the evolving political landscape, from Trump voter regret and the gerrymandering 'arms race' to the rise of populist candidates and the core mission of preserving liberal democracy.
Stop Being Scared of Trump. He's Pathetic. MOCK HIM! (w/ Adam Kinzinger) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Adam Kinzinger critically dissect the Trump administration's foreign policy failures in Iran, the escalating national debt, and the brazen corruption of the Trump family, advocating for mockery as a potent political weapon.
Watch the GOP Media Machine Flip the Switch (w/ Lib & Learn)
Tim Miller and the Lib and Learn hosts dissect the Republican media's coordinated response to political events, the Democratic Party's strategic missteps, and the evolving role of performance in modern politics.
Katie Couric LIVE on Trump's AWFUL Polls, GOP's Gerrymander Faceplant, WHCD Drama
This episode dissects the shifting landscape of conservative media and US foreign policy, revealing deep-seated political and military anxieties surrounding Trump's influence and the implications for global stability.
Trump’s Idiotic “Mad Man” Strategy Has Collapsed (w/ Sam Stein) | The Bulwark Podcast
Donald Trump's 'mad man' strategy has reportedly collapsed as he struggles to find an off-ramp in the Iran conflict, while Democrats successfully outmaneuver Republicans in redistricting battles and concerns rise over political appointments and neglected domestic tragedies.
JVL Is the Reigning Champion of All the Internet | The Next Level
The Bulwark hosts dissect the internal Republican power struggles, the strategic pivots of figures like Tucker Carlson, and the surprising viability of Donald Trump Jr. as a future presidential candidate, all while critiquing the current administration's chaotic handling of foreign policy and domestic appointments.
Hungary Just Humiliated Donald Trump (w/ Sarah Longwell & Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
The recent overwhelming defeat of Hungary's illiberal leader Viktor Orban serves as a significant repudiation of global authoritarianism and a potential blueprint for challenging Trumpism in the US.
Trump Posts (Then Deletes) Image of Himself as Jesus, Picks Fight with The Pope
Donald Trump attacked Pope Leo, then posted (and deleted) an AI-generated image depicting himself as Jesus, revealing a transactional view of religious authority and a deep misunderstanding of Christian doctrine.
Trump’s Base Might Stay Home (w/ Amy Walter) | Focus Group
Disillusioned Trump voters, driven by economic woes, the Iran war, and the Epstein files, are showing a significant enthusiasm gap that could lead to them staying home, posing a major threat to Republican electoral prospects.
Trump is Struggling | Secret Podcast Preview
Hosts JVL and Sarah Longwell dissect how Trump's political maneuvers, including cabinet shake-ups and a widely panned Iran speech, reveal a struggling presidency amidst escalating foreign policy crises and rising oil prices.
LIVE: The Bulwark's No Kings Rally Coverage
The third 'No Kings' rally across the U.S. demonstrates sustained anti-Trump sentiment, evolving from a broad show of force to a movement grappling with specific 'asks' and the challenge of translating mass dissent into concrete political outcomes.
No Kings Might Be Bigger than Anyone Expected
The 'No Kings' movement has mobilized millions across thousands of protests, aiming to prevent authoritarian power consolidation through organized non-violent resistance and sustained community engagement.
Karoline Leavitt Thinks We’re All Idiots
The hosts dissect Karoline Leavitt's press conference, exposing the Trump administration's disingenuous messaging on the Iran war, TSA lines, and economic issues, revealing a strategy of contempt for the press and public.
Tim Miller, JVL and Katie Couric on Iran, Airport Lines, CBS and More
This episode dissects the Trump administration's Iran war strategy, its economic ripple effects, allegations of insider trading on government actions, and the political fallout of the DHS funding standoff, alongside a critical public health message on colorectal cancer.
AIPAC Spent $7 Million to Stop Daniel Biss. He Won Anyway.
Daniel Biss details his successful campaign strategy against a $7 million AIPAC spending blitz in Illinois's 9th congressional district, offering a template for candidates facing similar super PAC interference.
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