The Next Level

In some concerning ways, President Biden has taken a page out of Donald Trump’s book some in his party pressure him to leave the ticket, and a few of his supporters are attacking anyone opposed to his place atop the Democratic ticket. At the same time, some Democrats who publicly, and accurately, call another Trump term a serious threat to democracy don’t really think that’s the case, and their actions show it. Plus, Sarah gives some focus group insights on how Black voters feel about Vice President Harris leading the ticket, as well as how swing voters are viewing the election post-debate. Get the best savings of the season during Boll & Branch’s Annual Summer Event. For a limited time, you can get 20% off sitewide, plus free shipping AND a free gift with qualifying purchases at BollAndBranch.com/nextlevel

Being in the out-group. Again. Become a Bulwark+ member to listen to the full episode: https://plus.thebulwark.com/s/thesecretpodcast

Voters, not just pundits and donors, are in a panic over whether President Joe Biden should remain atop the ticket, with more and more Americans calling for him to step aside for Democrats to have the best shot of protecting the country from another rump presidency. Is Vice President Kamala Harris the only person who could replace him? Or should the Democratic Party try to put a popular midwest governor on the ballot. Either way, SCOTUS has given the next president of the U.S. an enormous amount of power, which could be used to break democracy as we know it. Go to zbiotics.com/NEXTLEVEL to get 15% off your first order when you use NEXTLEVEL at checkout

Yesterday's primary results kicked out Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman, but welcomed back Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert, because the Dems have standards. Plus, polls show more voters, somehow, think Donald Trump will be better for Democracy than President Biden, but can the current president turn things around with tomorrow's debate? Will Saletan subs in for Sarah on today's episode! Go to lumen.me/THENEXTLEVEL to get 15% off your Lumen! Save 83% percent on IPVanish's 2-Year subscription by visiting IPVanish.com/thenextlevel. Get started today with 15% OneSkin off using code THENEXTLEVEL at oneskin.co! #sponsored

Discussing President Biden's poll numbers, Black voters' support, CEOs rallying to Trump, and culture war drama with Caitlin Clark. They also explore Apple's politics, WNBA challenges, and the dynamics of faces and heels in sports.

Hunter Biden's conviction might be beneficial for Joe Biden's campaign, but that hasn't stopped the GOP from dismissing the justice they claim to crave and spreading conspiracies the trial was orchestrated by the "deep state." Plus, Donald Trump's Truth Social is producing an embarrassingly small amount of money, new inflation numbers, the issue of crime, and Sonny, subbing in for Tim, gives his opposing thoughts on the latest Samuel Alito/SCOTUS drama. Go to HelloFresh.com/thenextlevelapps for FREE appetizers for life! One appetizer item per box while subscription is active. Go to BollAndBranch.com/nextlevel for 15% off your first sheet set plus free shipping!

GOP remains loyal to Trump post conviction, blaming deep state. Polls shift in Biden's favor? Biden's immigration action, Manchin leaves Dems. Z-biotics probiotic drink for alcohol effects. Biden's Time interview, election strategy. Manchin and Hogan political dynamics. Denver show announcement and maintenance engineer tale.

Analyzing the surprising guilty counts against Trump and the potential consequences, including the possibility of jail time. Discussing accountability, building a case for a second term, and critiquing right-wing reactions. Exploring Republican donations, loyalty, desire for strong-man leadership, and unconventional power acquisition methods. Analyzing the political landscape post-conviction, voter sentiments, and public perceptions of justice.

Discussions on Trump's trial impact on the election, scandal around SCOTUS Justice Alito, and Democrats' concern over polls showing Trump winning. Also, exploring cultural influences on elections, voter sentiments, campaign strategies, perceptions in politics, symbolism controversies, and analysis of current events implications.

It's been a a chaotic week in GOP politics, with Donald Trump sharing a video hyping up a "United Reich, SCOTUS Justice Alito's upside down flag revelation, and a new MAGA conspiracy making the rounds claiming the FBI tried to assassinate Trump.  Oh, and voters continue to see the economy as horrendous, while failing to register Trump as a socially conservative radical. Join Tim, Sarah and JVL for a one-night show in Denver on Friday, June 21. The gang will record an episode of The Next Level and Tim will interview Gov. Jared Polis for the Bulwark Podcast. For tickets and info go to TheBulwark.com/events. Go to BollandBranch.com/nextlevel for 15% off your first sheet set plus free shipping! Go to greenchef.com/nextlevel50 and use code nextlevel50 to get 50% off, plus 20% off your next two months!