Bulwark Takes
Trump Melts Down Over His Own Gas Price Mess | Receipts Live
This episode critiques Donald Trump's contradictory economic policies, from tariffs and gas prices to housing, alongside his administration's controversial stance on disability rights, framing them as self-serving and potentially eugenicist.
Audience Members Leave Trump's Dull "Freedom 250" Rally Early
Donald Trump's 'America 250' celebration, intended as a unifying national event, quickly devolved into a recycled, dull campaign rally, prompting early departures and highlighting the politicization of national commemorations.
Trump Just Hung Scott Jennings Out to Dry
Conservative commentators who initially championed a 'total victory' in a recent Iran conflict rapidly shifted their narratives and rationalized President Trump's eventual de-escalation and negotiation, exposing a pattern of intellectual dishonesty.
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.
BOMBSHELL WaPo Story on Tulsi Gabbard—Was She Controlled by a Cult? | MAGA Mondays
This episode unpacks the bizarre political dramas of the week, from Trump's furious reaction to the Reflecting Pool's algae bloom to a bombshell report alleging Tulsi Gabbard was controlled by a cult leader, and the strange saga of a Candace Owens death hoax.
Marco Rubio Was Humiliated on the World Stage (w/ Adam Kinzinger) | Bulwark Podcast
Donald Trump's 'surrender' to Iran, formalized in a 14-point MOU signed in Versailles, is framed as a catastrophic foreign policy failure that empowers Iran, alienates allies, and exposes the former president's weakness.
Trump’s Weak, Sad, and Embarrassing Weekend (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode dissects the perceived failures of the Trump administration's Iran deal and the 'grotesque' White House UFC event, highlighting a weekend of diplomatic weakness and cultural degradation.
UFC Fighter Calls Michelle Obama a Man at Trump’s Birthday Party | MAGA Mondays
The hosts dissect the controversial UFC event at the White House, highlighting a fighter's derogatory comments, alleged corruption involving Eric Trump, and the political implications of a new Iran deal.
The People Running America Are So Much DUMBER Than You Think (w/ Destiny)
Streamer Destiny and host Tim Miller dissect the alarming incompetence and self-serving nature of America's elite, revealing how their actions inadvertently validate radical critiques of capitalism and governance.
Holy Smokes: The FBI Just Came for Will Sommer | The Trio
The Bulwark Trio dissects the bizarre fringes of right-wing media and politics, from the FBI's social media antics to MAGA influencers' masculinity debates and RFK Jr.'s embrace of questionable 'health' gurus.
Someone in the White House Is Leaking Dirt on JD Vance (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol discuss the stalled Iran deal, Trump's escalating authoritarian rhetoric, and the internal White House leaks targeting JD Vance, highlighting the chaotic state of U.S. politics and foreign policy.
Trump Blinked. Iran Won. Now What? (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol dissect the perceived US defeat in the Iran deal, Trump's political maneuvering, and the weaponization of the Justice Department, arguing that Iran emerged victorious while domestic political fractures deepen.
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.
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.
A Quarter of DOJ’s Lawyers Left. What Comes Next Is Worse. (w/ Melissa Murray) | Bulwark Podcast
NYU Law Professor Melissa Murray dissects the Supreme Court's 'evisceration' of the Voting Rights Act, the weaponization of the shadow docket, and the alarming exodus of lawyers from the Department of Justice, arguing these actions undermine American democracy and the rule of law.
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.
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.
We Went WAY Down the Melania Rabbit Hole (w/ Jane Coaston) | The Bulwark Podcast
Melania Trump's rare public statement denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein is framed as a preemptive move against potential revelations from a deported former friend, while Donald Trump's attacks on MAGA commentators expose the movement's true loyalty to him alone.
We Don't Kink Shame, But... | The Next Level
The Bulwark hosts dissect recent political scandals and chaotic foreign policy, using 'no kink shaming' as a sarcastic lens to expose hypocrisy and incompetence in the MAGA sphere.
Tim Miller: If You’re Feeling Hopeless, Hear Me Out
Tim Miller offers a surprisingly optimistic analysis, asserting that the MAGA coalition is significantly wounded due to recent political missteps and internal divisions, leading to a potential shift in the political landscape.
FBI Director Hacked by Iran in Middle of War
An Iranian hack team breached the personal accounts of FBI Director Cash Patel, exposing embarrassing photos and his resume, raising serious questions about national security and his competence amidst an undeclared 'war' with Iran.
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.
Why is Kash Patel’s Girlfriend Posting Insane Gibberish?
The Bulwark trio dissects the bizarre social media activities of Kash Patel's girlfriend, Alexis Wilkins, and Candace Owens, highlighting the escalating absurdity and conspiracy theories within conservative media.
The 5 Most Unhinged Things Trump Said in One Cabinet Meeting
Hosts Sam Stein and Andrew Egger dissect a recent Trump cabinet meeting, ranking the five most 'unhinged' and factually dubious statements made by the former president and his allies, from Sharpie rants to alarming claims about nuclear weapons and NATO.
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