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Joe Rogan Says Trump “Betrayed” His Base Over Iran War
Joe Rogan's perceived betrayal by Trump's Iran policy sparks a discussion on the recurring 'betrayal' narrative among populist supporters and the psychological defenses against admitting misjudgment.
Trump Made a Mess in Iran—And Democrats are Blowing It (w/ Morris Katz) | The Bulwark Podcast
Morris Katz, a Democratic strategist, discusses the pragmatic political strategy behind Zoran's engagement with Donald Trump, critiques the Democratic party's muddled messaging on foreign policy, and analyzes the viability of left populism in diverse political landscapes.
Texas Votes: Crockett vs. Talarico! How MAGA Will Texas Go?
Texas primary results reveal a pragmatic Democratic electorate favoring electability and a fractured Republican base, setting the stage for a potentially competitive Senate race and highlighting the perils of 'accommodating' MAGA.
Trump's About to Start a War. Washington Is Asleep (w/ Mark Leibovich) | The Bulwark Podcast
Mark Leibovich and Tim Miller discuss the Democratic Party's struggle with identity and messaging, contrasting it with Trump's populist appeal and alarming potential actions, including a reported high chance of war with Iran.
The Epstein Revelations Keep Getting Worse (w/ Jane Coaston) | The Bulwark Podcast
New Epstein file revelations expose high-profile individuals' hypocrisy and deep ties to financial corruption, highlighting a broader political desire for power without accountability.
Marianne Williamson: There Is NO Justifying Trump | The Bulwark Podcast
Marianne Williamson offers a sharp critique of the Democratic Party's elite, arguing their detachment from economic suffering and moral principles paved the way for current political dysfunction, and advocates for a 'spiritual' re-engagement with foundational American values.
Tucker Carlson is The Most Powerful Man on the Right (w/ Jason Zengerle) | The Bulwark Podcast
Jason Zengerle, author of 'Hated by All the Right People,' details Tucker Carlson's evolution from contrarian to populist nationalist, highlighting his strategic influence on figures like JD Vance and his role in mainstreaming fringe ideologies.
America Is Flirting With Mob Rule…Again (w/ Wright Thompson) | The Bulwark Podcast
Journalist Wright Thompson connects the historical erasure of Emmett Till's murder in Mississippi to current political violence and historical revisionism, revealing how silence and self-interest perpetuate societal harm and economic decline.
Venezuela Was Not Liberated (w/ Quico Toro) | Mona Charen Show
Despite external perceptions of Maduro's downfall, Venezuela's deeply entrenched repressive state and military-backed regime remain intact, making a democratic transition far more complex than often understood.
Debunking MAGA Myths about the Economy (w/ Catherine Rampell) | Mona Charen Show
This episode dissects common MAGA economic claims, revealing how policies like tariffs and political interference in the Federal Reserve actively harm US manufacturing, agriculture, and overall economic stability, often exacerbating the very problems they claim to solve.
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