Bulwark Takes
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Trump Started a War With No Allies, No Vote, and No Exit Strategy (w/ Seth Moulton) | How to Fix It
Congressman Seth Moulton critiques the current state of US politics and foreign policy, particularly Trump's handling of Iran and China, while proposing a progressive Democratic agenda focused on age limits, term limits, and core human rights like housing, healthcare, and education.
Trump Is Drowning—And There’s Nothing the GOP Can Do About It (w/ John Heilemann) | Bulwark Podcast
John Heilemann and Tim Miller argue that Donald Trump's political standing is irrevocably damaged, with nothing the GOP can do to reverse his declining approval, while media companies continue to self-censor out of fear of retribution.
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.
Can Iran Take More Pain Than Us? | Shield of the Republic
This episode dissects the US-Iran war's stalemate, revealing a dangerous mutual incomprehension between leaders and deep dysfunction within the US defense establishment and its alliances.
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.
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.
Tim Miller Reads Mean Reddit Posts | Tim's a Streamer Now
Tim Miller offers sharp political commentary, critiques Trump's economic and war rhetoric, defends the 'get stuff done' approach to policy, and addresses personal criticisms while advocating for pragmatic Democratic strategies and youth engagement.
Will JVL Survive These Focus Groups of Catholic Voters? | The Focus Group
This episode dissects how Catholic voters, both Trump and Harris supporters, navigate the complex intersection of their faith and political allegiances, revealing a significant shift towards prioritizing political identity over traditional religious doctrine.
Trump’s Truth Social Account Is a Cry for Help | Tim's a Streamer Now!
Tim Miller offers sharp political analysis on Democratic Senate fundraising, dissects Donald Trump's erratic Truth Social posts, and defends engaging with controversial figures like Hassan Piker, all while sharing personal 'bad takes' on cultural issues.
Did JD Vance Tell the Pope to Shut Up? | The Next Level
This episode dissects the political hypocrisy of JD Vance and Donald Trump's attacks on the Pope, analyzes Trump's weakening grip on his base, and celebrates the defeat of illiberalism in Hungary, while also scrutinizing a Democratic scandal.
Trump’s Frightening Late-Night Posting Spree (w/ Michael Weiss) | The Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Michael Weiss dissect Trump's erratic late-night social media activity, the complex US-Iran ceasefire negotiations, and the surprising political upset in Hungary, highlighting shifts in global alliances and domestic political vulnerabilities.
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.
What the Hell Is Going On With Melania? (w/ Sarah Matthews) | Bulwark on Sunday
A former Trump White House Deputy Press Secretary reveals the inner workings of the Trump administration, from Melania's strategic self-preservation to the 'sycophant' culture and Trump's information bubble.
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 Imploding—We Need to CRUSH Him! Plus: Can We Trust AI Tycoons? | Bulwark Podcast
The host argues Democrats must channel public anger against Trump's foreign policy and economic failures by embracing a 'lowercase America First' agenda, while investigative reporters expose Sam Altman's shifting integrity at OpenAI.
Trump is Remaking National Security to Enforce His Agenda (w/ Tom Joscelyn)
Tom Joscelyn and Bill Crystal dissect how the Trump administration is systematically politicizing and weaponizing national security agencies, from the Pentagon to the FBI, to enforce a specific ideological agenda against perceived domestic opposition.
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