Bulwark Takes
This Trump Nomination Was So Bad…They Had to Pull It
Nick Adams, known for his 'alpha male' online persona and controversial tweets, had his ambassadorship nomination to Malaysia withdrawn and was instead given a newly created, largely ceremonial role as Special Presidential Envoy for American Tourism, Exceptionalism, and Values.
Oh No, Tim Miller is Streaming Again
Tim Miller delivers sharp critiques on a Florida election upset, the dubious Iran ceasefire proposal, and the 'shameful' confirmation of Markwayne Mullin, while expressing deep concern over Tucker Carlson's political rise.
This Is How the GOP Starts to Crack
The host dissects the Trump administration's chaotic policies, from ineffective ICE deployments to shifting Iran war objectives, and the GOP's internal fractures, alongside critical Supreme Court and historical accountability issues.
Trump’s Most Grotesque Comment Yet? After Mueller’s Death
The hosts condemn Donald Trump's 'I'm glad he's dead' comment following Robert Mueller's passing, contrasting it with Mueller's decades of honorable public service.
Trump Calls Iran War an “Excursion” and Brings Up Pearl Harbor To Japan
Donald Trump's Oval Office meeting with the Japanese Prime Minister devolved into a series of gaffes, including calling the Iran conflict an 'excursion' and referencing Pearl Harbor when seeking Japan's help.
Tim Miller: Trump Sounds Erratic—Especially on War in Iran
Tim Miller dissects the US-Iran war's dubious origins, its severe economic fallout, and the resulting 'civil war' within the MAGA coalition, framing Trump's erratic leadership as a catalyst for political and economic instability.
Laura Loomer Publicly Humiliated Over Racist Statements | MAGA Mondays
Laura Loomer's racist past explodes in India, Tucker Carlson claims CIA surveillance, Megan Kelly drops a "micro penis" insult, and Newt Gingrich proposes nuking a new shipping channel—all in a wild weekend of political drama.
Trump Says Iran Is Finished—Then Asks the World for Backup
The hosts dissect President Trump's contradictory statements on Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, alongside FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr's explicit threats to revoke broadcast licenses for 'fake news,' highlighting a perceived authoritarian shift in US foreign policy and media control.
Would You Trust These Idiots With a War? | Secret Podcast Preview
The hosts sharply critique the current US government's perceived incompetence and lack of seriousness in handling the escalating conflict with Iran, drawing stark comparisons to historical leaders like Churchill and the Nuremberg trial figures.
Hanging with Tim Miller
Tim Miller hosts an unscripted live stream, offering candid reactions to political news, media figures, and personal anecdotes, while reflecting on the challenges of engaging diverse political viewpoints.
Is Trump Already Getting Tired of His Iran War? | Morning Chaser
The hosts dissect the Trump administration's approach to the Iran conflict, arguing Trump is seeking an exit despite maximalist objectives, and then pivot to the emerging political and regulatory challenges of rapidly advancing AI.
Iran War Causes Huge MAGA vs. MAGA Fight | MAGA Mondays
The Iran war exposes deep rifts within the MAGA movement, revealing internal 'civil wars' among right-wing media figures and raising questions about Trump's leadership and the Republican Party's embrace of controversial figures.
Tucker Says Trump Believes the Iran War Polls at 90%
Tim Miller dissects Donald Trump's perceived rationale for military action in Iran, arguing it's driven by personal financial interests and a misinformed belief in overwhelming public support.
Tim Miller: “America First” Suddenly Doesn’t Know What to Say
Tim Miller argues that the Trump administration's actions in Iran expose a deep incoherence in its foreign policy and are causing a significant fracture within the 'America First' MAGA base.
Trump’s Latest Enemies Are His Own People
Donald Trump consistently frames independent actions by his appointees and party members—from Supreme Court justices to state governors—as personal betrayals, expecting absolute loyalty over constitutional duty or independent judgment.
Minnesota Superintendent Fires Back at JD Vance Over Child Detentions
Superintendent Zena Stenvvic details how her Minneapolis school district transformed into a frontline defense against ICE detentions, protecting immigrant children and families amidst pervasive fear and trauma.
Is George W. Bush a Coward—Or Just Wrong?
The hosts dissect George W. Bush's recent Substack essay on George Washington, arguing it's a weak, apologetic response to current political threats and a symptom of a broader failure among establishment figures to confront authoritarianism directly.
Pam Bondi’s Hearing Meltdown Was a Disaster for Trump (w/ Adam Kinzinger) | The Bulwark Podcast
Adam Kinzinger and Tim Miller dissect Pam Bondi's disastrous congressional testimony, the disturbing pattern of Trump-pardoned individuals committing child sex abuse, and the right's evolution into a 'whiny victim' culture.
Trump is Crashing Out And We're LOVING It | The Next Level
The hosts dissect recent polling data and unfolding controversies, including the Epstein files and cultural missteps, to argue that Donald Trump is experiencing a significant decline in public and party support.
The Moment the GOP Finally Squirmed | Secret Podcast
A deep dive into the GOP's uncomfortable reaction to Trump's overtly racist social media post and the broader implications for political tolerance and voter priorities.
Let’s Play a Little Game, David (w/ David French) | The Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and David French dissect the moral compromises within conservative politics, Trump's escalating rhetoric, and the systemic degradation of federal institutions, proposing concrete legal reforms to restore accountability.
Trump’s “Smile, Woman” Meltdown in the Oval Office
This episode dissects Trump's demeaning interaction with a female reporter and House Speaker Mike Johnson's alarming comments on election integrity, highlighting a perceived collective failure of the press and political allies to challenge such behavior.
Tim Puts on His Tinfoil Hat Over Epstein Rumors
The 'Potato Boys' dive into the latest absurdities of political conspiracy theories, from the 2020 election 'loon gang' to Nancy Mace's bizarre staff demands and the host's 'tinfoil hat' musings on Jeffrey Epstein's death.
Is Trump Going to Demolish the Kennedy Center?
Donald Trump's 'Truth announcement' of a two-year closure and renovation for the 'Trump Kennedy Center' is framed by hosts JVL and Sunny Bunch as a politically motivated, ego-driven takeover that has disastrously politicized a cultural institution and tanked its attendance.
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