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Political Communication

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Did Political Ads Just Stop Working? (w/ Megan McArdle) | Focus Group
Artificial IntelligenceJournalismMedia Trust
Mar 28, 2026

Did Political Ads Just Stop Working? (w/ Megan McArdle) | Focus Group

AI is rapidly transforming industries and public trust, creating both unprecedented opportunities for productivity and significant challenges for information integrity and infrastructure, demanding new strategies for adaptation and regulation.

Bulwark Takes
Bulwark Takes
Iran backlash grows as they’re feeling around in the dark
US EconomyRecession PredictionDonald Trump's Presidency
Mar 26, 2026

Iran backlash grows as they’re feeling around in the dark

Billionaire investor Leon Cooperman predicts an impending recession on Fox News, directly challenging Donald Trump's core economic brand amidst escalating concerns over the Iran war and incoherent White House communication.

The David Pakman Show
The David Pakman Show
Karoline Leavitt Thinks We’re All Idiots
Political CommunicationPress ConferencesTrump Administration
Mar 26, 2026

Karoline Leavitt Thinks We’re All Idiots

The hosts dissect Karoline Leavitt's press conference, exposing the Trump administration's disingenuous messaging on the Iran war, TSA lines, and economic issues, revealing a strategy of contempt for the press and public.

Bulwark Takes
Bulwark Takes
MAGA DUMPS Trump Over Iran War Betrayal (w/ Jen Psaki)
Iran WarTrump AdministrationPolitical Communication
Mar 22, 2026

MAGA DUMPS Trump Over Iran War Betrayal (w/ Jen Psaki)

Former White House comms experts Jen Psaki and Dan Feifer dissect Trump's disastrous Iran war messaging and the evolving dynamics of Democratic primaries, revealing how loyalty to Trump overrides policy for his base and new political divides are shaping the party's future.

Pod Save America
Pod Save America
PBS News Hour full episode, March 19, 2026
GeopoliticsMiddle East ConflictEnergy Markets
Mar 19, 2026

PBS News Hour full episode, March 19, 2026

This episode dissects the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, its global economic fallout, the Trump administration's controversial war messaging, and a fatal ICE shooting, revealing deep political and social fissures.

PBS NewsHour
PBS NewsHour
Trump’s DOJ Made an Embarrassing Legal U-Turn (w/ Andrew Weissmann) | Illegal News
DOJ accountabilityExecutive ordersLegal ethics
Mar 14, 2026

Trump’s DOJ Made an Embarrassing Legal U-Turn (w/ Andrew Weissmann) | Illegal News

Andrew Weissmann and Sarah Longwell dissect the Trump DOJ's chaotic legal maneuvers, including a retracted dismissal of lawsuits against law firms, a controversial proposed rule to shield DOJ attorneys from state ethics probes, and a federal judge's finding of racial profiling by ICE in Minnesota.

Bulwark Takes
Bulwark Takes
PBS News Hour full episode, March 13, 2026
GeopoliticsWar in IranAntisemitism
Mar 13, 2026

PBS News Hour full episode, March 13, 2026

The PBS News Hour covers the escalating two-week war with Iran, a deadly antisemitic attack in Michigan, the controversial policy for pregnant migrant minors, and the use of art therapy for veterans with PTSD.

PBS NewsHour
PBS NewsHour
Sarah Longwell: No One Should Trust this Government | The Bulwark Podcast
US-Iran ConflictForeign PolicyPolitical Economy
Mar 9, 2026

Sarah Longwell: No One Should Trust this Government | The Bulwark Podcast

The hosts argue that Trump's nihilism and isolation from reality are driving a poorly conceived war with Iran, leading to economic pain and eroding public trust, while also reshaping voter perceptions of US foreign policy and Israel.

Bulwark Takes
Bulwark Takes
Sarah’s Little Secret is Out | Bulwark on Sunday
Political CommunicationVoter BehaviorCommunity Building
Mar 8, 2026

Sarah’s Little Secret is Out | Bulwark on Sunday

Sarah Longwell unveils her new book, 'How to Eat an Elephant One Voter at a Time,' detailing critical shifts in political communication, the power of community, and strategic insights for Democrats to effectively counter Trumpism.

Bulwark Takes
Bulwark Takes
BRUTAL: Gavin Newsom exposes Trump’s BIGGEST BACKFIRE
US PoliticsDemocratic Party StrategyElection Integrity
Mar 8, 2026

BRUTAL: Gavin Newsom exposes Trump’s BIGGEST BACKFIRE

Governor Gavin Newsom details how Democrats must abandon traditional political decorum and adopt a 'fight fire with fire' strategy to counter what he frames as Trump's ruthless and corrupt attempts to undermine democracy.

Brian Tyler Cohen
Brian Tyler Cohen
Hegseth’s Press Conference Felt Like an SNL Sketch (w/ Bill Kristol) | The Bulwark Podcast
US-Iran ConflictForeign PolicyTrump Administration
Mar 2, 2026

Hegseth’s Press Conference Felt Like an SNL Sketch (w/ Bill Kristol) | The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark hosts and guest Bill Kristol dissect the US-Iran conflict, highlighting the Trump administration's incoherent war objectives, chaotic communication, and the significant domestic political risks involved.

Bulwark Takes
Bulwark Takes
Democrats’ SECRET WEAPON for midterms SURGES into spotlight
Political StrategyCampaign ManagementGrassroots Organizing
Mar 1, 2026

Democrats’ SECRET WEAPON for midterms SURGES into spotlight

Democrats can enhance their electoral success by adopting MAGA's decentralized organizing model, which ironically stems from Obama's 2008 campaign, and by embracing a 'big tent' philosophy over restrictive ideological purity tests.

Brian Tyler Cohen
Brian Tyler Cohen
Trump Fatigue Setting In? | Heather ‘Digby’ Parton | TMR
US PoliticsState of the UnionDonald Trump
Feb 28, 2026

Trump Fatigue Setting In? | Heather ‘Digby’ Parton | TMR

Donald Trump's State of the Union address revealed a significant decline in public engagement and a 'tired' political act, while Democrats struggle with a 'process critique' and a lack of direct communication.

The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
SHOCK LIVE: Trump Delivers TERRIFYING IRAN WAR Announcement, Leavitt PANICS!
US Foreign PolicyIran Nuclear ProgramPolitical Communication
Feb 24, 2026

SHOCK LIVE: Trump Delivers TERRIFYING IRAN WAR Announcement, Leavitt PANICS!

The host dissects former President Trump's alarming statements on potential military action against Iran, his spokesperson's struggles, declining approval ratings, and alleged cover-ups in the Epstein files, highlighting a pattern of erratic behavior and political maneuvering.

The Luke Beasley Show
The Luke Beasley Show
82-Year-Old Democrat NUKES Ted Cruz Online
Political Social Media StrategyDemocratic Party PoliticsVirginia State Politics
Feb 17, 2026

82-Year-Old Democrat NUKES Ted Cruz Online

An 82-year-old Virginia state senator, Louise Lucas, is redefining Democratic social media strategy by aggressively trolling Republicans and employing internet memes, prompting a debate within the party about adopting a more combative online persona.

Bulwark Takes
Bulwark Takes
AOC's DISASTROUS Foreign Policy Debut In Munich
US Foreign PolicyPolitical LeadershipPresidential Candidacy
Feb 16, 2026

AOC's DISASTROUS Foreign Policy Debut In Munich

AOC's foreign policy debut in Munich revealed a lack of depth and confidence, drawing sharp criticism from hosts who contrasted her performance with other rising political figures.

Breaking Points
Breaking Points
NOW THIS WHAT THEY CALL MUSIC | ENGLISH MAJORS | SEASON 3 | EP 05
Music IndustryHip HopGenerational Differences
Feb 16, 2026

NOW THIS WHAT THEY CALL MUSIC | ENGLISH MAJORS | SEASON 3 | EP 05

The English Majors crew dives into a hilarious and opinionated debate on modern music, artist authenticity, and societal norms, questioning everything from 'offbeat' rappers to the rise of 'good and nice' as a universal marketing slogan.

85 South
85 South
AOC Suffers Brain Malfunction On World Stage After Being Confronted With Basic Questions!
AOCMunich ConferenceForeign Policy
Feb 14, 2026

AOC Suffers Brain Malfunction On World Stage After Being Confronted With Basic Questions!

The host dissects Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's performance at the Munich conference, arguing she lacked foreign policy substance and relied on buzzwords when confronted with basic international questions.

Black Conservative Perspective
Black Conservative Perspective
David Plouffe Speaks Bluntly About What Democrats Need To Do To Win
Democratic Party StrategyElectoral CollegeSenate Control
Jan 25, 2026

David Plouffe Speaks Bluntly About What Democrats Need To Do To Win

David Plouffe argues the Democratic Party faces a severe electoral crisis, masked by Trump's unpopularity, requiring radical shifts in strategy, leadership, and communication to secure sustained power.

Pod Save America
Pod Save America
The Oldest Elected President Is Acting His Age
Donald Trump's healthPresidential health transparencyWall Street Journal reporting
Jan 3, 2026

The Oldest Elected President Is Acting His Age

Donald Trump's health is under scrutiny, with a Wall Street Journal report detailing his unusual health beliefs, questionable diet, and the White House's opaque communication around his medical evaluations.

Bulwark Takes
Bulwark Takes
Highlights from BillOReilly.com’s No Spin News | December 31, 2025
Media BiasPolitical CommunicationEconomic Reporting
Jan 1, 2026

Highlights from BillOReilly.com’s No Spin News | December 31, 2025

Bill O'Reilly dissects media bias in reporting on White House staff comments and economic data, advocating for strategic communication and a shift to a manufacturing economy, while debating the core tenets of capitalism with an economist.

Bill O'Reilly's No Spin News
Bill O'Reilly's No Spin News