Bulwark Takes
Trump’s Iran War Is Getting More Dangerous, Not Less (w/ Sen. Chris Coons)
Senator Chris Coons dissects the chaotic and ill-defined Trump administration's war in Iran, its unintended consequences, and the broader disarray in US foreign and domestic policy.
BREAKING: Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz; Delusional Leavitt Presser
The Bulwark Takes hosts dissect a White House press conference, exposing what they view as a 'delusional' narrative around a 'fragile' Iran ceasefire and the critical closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
The Next Level LIVE: Trump Extends Civilian Annihilation Threat For Two Weeks
Hosts JVL, Sarah Longwell, and Tim Miller dissect Trump's 'deal' with Iran, framing it as a catastrophic foreign policy defeat driven by political desperation and external influence, while exposing deep-seated corruption and hypocrisy within the administration.
Tim Miller vs. Rep. Gottheimer: War Debate Gets HEATED
A heated debate between Tim Miller and Rep. Josh Gottheimer exposes deep divisions and frustrations over the US's war with Iran, focusing on the administration's unclear objectives, economic impact, and potential foreign influence.
BREAKING: Trump Threatens Genocide in Iran | Morning Shots Live
Former President Trump's escalating threats against Iran, culminating in a post interpreted as genocidal, expose a dangerous political crisis, fracturing his base and challenging the military and Congress.
The MAGA Dominos Are Falling (w/ Bill Kristol) | The Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol dissect the Trump administration's erratic and unhinged foreign policy regarding Iran, the moral and political implications of his war threats, and the growing calls for his impeachment from across the political spectrum.
Trump’s Iran Endgame Fantasy | Shield of the Republic
This analysis dissects the US President's flawed Iran strategy, revealing the high risks and unclear objectives of potential military ground operations and the broader implications for US credibility and regional stability.
Trump Broke U.S. Foreign Policy—Now What? (w/ Juan Gonzalez) | How to Fix It
Former National Security Council staffer Juan Gonzalez analyzes how the Trump administration's 'drunk on coercive power' foreign policy destabilized Latin America and the Middle East, contrasting it with previous administrations' approaches and proposing a new path for US engagement.
Swing Voters Absolutely HATE Trump's Iran War (w/ Ashley Parker) | The Focus Group
Swing voters are deeply alienated by Trump's Iran war and economic policies, viewing his administration as increasingly out of touch and driven by personal whim rather than national interest.
The Real Reason Hasan Piker Is Gaining Power
Tim Miller and Sarah Longwell debate whether Democrats should engage with or condemn far-left streamer Hasan Piker, whose controversial views are gaining traction amidst shifting public sentiment on US foreign policy and Israel.
This is Beyond Mere Incompetence (w/ Robert Kagan) | The Bulwark Podcast
Robert Kagan details how the ongoing US military action in Iran, initiated under the Trump administration, is dismantling the post-WWII global order, isolating the US, and empowering rivals like China and Russia.
Trump is Struggling | Secret Podcast Preview
Hosts JVL and Sarah Longwell dissect how Trump's political maneuvers, including cabinet shake-ups and a widely panned Iran speech, reveal a struggling presidency amidst escalating foreign policy crises and rising oil prices.
Tim Miller, Sam Stein, JVL and Mark Hertling React to Trump's Iran Address
A panel of analysts dissects a recent presidential address on Iran, framing it as an incoherent, contradictory, and strategically damaging 'Truth Social rant' with severe economic and geopolitical consequences.
Possible Ground Troops in Iran, Trump Speech Preview and The Slow-Motion Destruction of NATO
This episode critically dissects the Trump administration's 'flailing' military strategy in Iran and its accelerating 'slow-motion destruction' of NATO, drawing parallels to past military miscalculations.
Tim & Lovett React to Noem’s BIMBOFIED Husband (w/ Jon Lovett) | The Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Jon Lovett dissect Trump's chaotic foreign policy, the 'brittle' nature of MAGA nationalism, and the bizarre scandal surrounding Kristi Noem's husband, all while lamenting the Democratic Party's perceived lack of vigor.
Trump Won’t Stop—Because He Can’t Look Weak | Secret Podcast Preview
Trump's desperate need to avoid appearing weak is driving dangerous escalation in the Iran conflict, threatening the petrodollar system and the collapse of the US-led world order.
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.
Trump’s Support is About to Crater | The Next Level
The hosts critically analyze Trump's handling of the Iran conflict, arguing it is a self-inflicted economic disaster that will erode his base, while also dissecting the ideological void and financial motivations within the modern conservative movement.
Trump's Iran Ultimatum (w/ Margaret Donovan) | Command Post
A military lawyer and a retired general dissect Donald Trump's threat to bomb Iranian civilian power plants, exposing the profound legal, ethical, and military implications of such an order and the critical role of international law in armed conflict.
This War Is Way More Complicated Than You Think (w/ Jason Burke) | Shield of the Republic
This episode dissects the complexities of the ongoing Iran war, critiquing media coverage, analyzing geopolitical ripple effects, and tracing the historical roots of modern terrorism back to the 1970s.
Trump’s Plan: War Abroad, Chaos at Home
This episode dissects the Trump administration's chaotic foreign policy regarding Iran's Strait of Hormuz and its controversial domestic move to deploy ICE agents to alleviate airport bottlenecks, highlighting internal contradictions and political motivations.
They Walked Into This War Completely Unprepared (w/ Adam Kinzinger)
Adam Kinzinger and Tim Miller dissect the current administration's unprepared entry into a costly war with Iran, contrasting it with Ukraine aid, and lambasting the hypocrisy of modern Republican leadership.
A Monthlong Closure of Hormuz Will Bankrupt Countries (w/ Sal Mercogliano)
The Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade choke point, is now under de facto Iranian control, leading to economic disruption, humanitarian crises for seafarers, and a potential restructuring of global trade patterns if the closure persists.
Even Trump’s Cheerleaders Are Saying “Oops” | The Next Level
The Bulwark hosts debate the 'stove touching' theory, arguing that current geopolitical and economic crises, exacerbated by political leadership, are a necessary but dangerous learning moment for the American public.
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