Bulwark Takes

This Could be Hegseth's Biggest Mistake Yet (w/ David French) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and David French dissect recent Supreme Court rulings, from birthright citizenship to executive power, and offer sharp political commentary on the state of American democracy and the challenges facing both major parties.

Tim Miller Can't Stop Talking About Giorgia Meloni (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol dissect the farcical and menacing aspects of current US politics, from the Reflecting Pool scandal and chaotic Iran negotiations to the performative phoniness of figures like JD Vance, while also exploring surprising shifts in global right-wing leadership like Italy's Giorgia Meloni.

Pete Hegseth Embarrassed America on D-Day (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol dissect Trump's erratic foreign policy, the controversial nominations of Todd Blanch and Bill Py, Pete Hegseth's D-Day gaffe, and the media's role in perpetuating political bubbles and conspiracy theories.

The Dumbest President in U.S. History: The Highlight Reel
This episode compiles a 'highlight reel' of Donald Trump's most criticized gaffes, contradictions, and perceived lies, framed by the host as evidence of his 'stupidity' and 'demagoguery' across various political and economic issues.

DOJ Just Argued They Could Bulldoze the Statue of Liberty | Receipts Live
This episode dissects how political spinelessness, government weaponization, and systemic data manipulation are eroding economic trust and the rule of law, from congressional votes to the DOJ's shocking stance on the Statue of Liberty.

Trump Admin Threatens to Disrupt Air Travel Over "Sanctuary" Policies | Receipts LIVE
This episode exposes how Trump-era policies, from a dubious 'slush fund' to threats against 'sanctuary city' airports, are designed for political retribution, often harming allies and exacerbating economic strain like rising food insecurity.

White Supremacy on the Right (w/ Tom Joscelyn) | Bulwark on Sunday
This episode exposes how white supremacist and white nationalist ideologies, once fringe, have become mainstream in MAGA politics, exemplified by figures like Elon Musk and the Trump administration.

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.

Is Trump’s Movement in a Death Spiral? (w/ Michael Steele) | The Bulwark Podcast
Veteran Republican strategists Michael Steele and Tim Miller dissect the perceived 'death spiral' of the Trump movement, arguing that current economic and political decisions demonstrate a profound disregard for national stability and an alarming focus on culture wars over tangible solutions.

Trump’s Own Fans Are Furious
Donald Trump's core base shows signs of fracturing over foreign policy and economic issues, with some loyalists expressing 'betrayal' and nostalgia for the 'Uncle Joe economy,' posing a significant challenge for the Republican party.

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.

A Comedian Made a Fake ICE Tip Line. The Calls Were Terrifying (w/ Drew Harwell)
A comedian's fake ICE tip line, initially a prank, unexpectedly exposed a disturbing level of casual prejudice and the public's willingness to weaponize government agencies against neighbors.

JVL Goes Nuclear on “Make-A-Wish Kash Patel” | The Bulwark Podcast
This episode dissects the Trump administration's chaotic foreign policy and domestic actions, from FBI Director Kash Patel's locker room antics to potential war with Iran, foreign aid cuts, and the alarming 'occupation' in Minnesota.

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.

Markets Are Panicking Over Trump’s Stupidity (w/ David Plouffe) | Bulwark Podcast
David Plouffe details how Trump's erratic foreign policy, exemplified by the Greenland proposal, directly harms the US economy and alliances, while also outlining a critical strategy for Democrats to regain sustained political power by fundamentally reshaping their public image and holding Republicans accountable.

Trump Wants to Take a Nobel Prize That Isn’t His
The Bulwark hosts critically dissect Donald Trump's perceived desire to appropriate Maria Corina Machado's Nobel Peace Prize, exposing what they view as his materialistic worldview and reliance on outdated, misinterpreted historical narratives.

Stephen Miller Created an Enemy (w/ Jon Blitzer & Imran Ahmed) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode dissects the Trump administration's foreign policy in Venezuela, revealing Stephen Miller's influence and the weaponization of immigration rhetoric, alongside the shocking targeting of a digital hate researcher by the US government for his advocacy.
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