Bulwark Takes
When CBS News Stopped Fighting (w/ John Dickerson) | Bulwark Podcast
John Dickerson and Tim Miller dissect the erosion of trust in media and government, the escalating US-Iran conflict, and the alarming scale of political corruption, arguing that a president's power to wage war and reshape verifiable information poses an existential threat to democracy.
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.
Trump’s Biggest Boosters Finally Realize He Lied (w/ Luke Russert & Josh Turek) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode exposes the disillusionment of former Trump supporters, the alarming state of media integrity at CBS, and the shifting political landscape in key primary states like Iowa.
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.
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.
Why Big Media Keeps Caving to Trump (w/ Don Lemon)
Don Lemon details his experience being targeted by the Trump administration, critiques corporate media's failure to challenge political narratives, and warns of the dangers of eroding democratic institutions and the separation of church and state.
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 This The Dumbest DC Conspiracy Yet?
A self-proclaimed 'data republican' with a history of misinterpreting facts is pushing a convoluted conspiracy theory alleging Punchbowl News controls Senator John Thune, leading to real-world consequences despite its absurdity.
Anderson Cooper Walks Away from CBS and 60 Minutes
CBS's recent controversial editorial and personnel decisions, including Anderson Cooper's departure and the retention of a Jeffrey Epstein associate, are framed as strategic moves by owner David Ellison to appease the Trump administration and facilitate a major media acquisition.
Trump Is Treating Elections Like Crimes (w/ Elliot Williams) | Illegal News
This episode unpacks how Donald Trump's actions, from the Don Lemon arrest to the Kennedy Center's renaming, consistently challenge legal norms and institutional independence, often by exploiting 'kernels of truth' to undermine democratic processes.
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.
BREAKING: Don Lemon Arrested, Kevin Warsh Trump's Fed Chair Pick
The Bulwark hosts condemn the Trump administration's weaponization of law enforcement against journalists like Don Lemon, while analyzing the politically motivated nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next Fed Chair, highlighting threats to institutional independence.
Minnesota Solidarity is Beating Trump's Goon Squad (w/ Ta-Nehisi Coates) | The Bulwark Podcast
Ta-Nehisi Coates and Tim Miller dissect the Trump administration's weaponization of 'homeland' rhetoric, the erosion of truth in politics, and the alarming shift from journalism to 'takes,' while highlighting the power of collective action against systemic oppression.
The Government is Telling You Not to Believe Your Eyes
A government official's 'Orwellian' narrative on a fatal ICE shooting directly contradicts clear video evidence, highlighting a disturbing attempt to manipulate public perception and absolve agents of responsibility.
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