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Apr 12, 2024 • 27min

What Trump Did to Pro-Life Inc. (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)

And cancer finally catches up with O.J. Simpson. Become a Bulwark+ member to listen to the full episode: https://plus.thebulwark.com/s/thesecretpodcast
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Apr 10, 2024 • 51min

The 1860s are Back!

The OG trio is back to discuss the Arizona Supreme Court's upholding of an 1864 law banning nearly all abortions in the state. What does this mean for Kari Lake and Donald Trump's campaigns in the crucial swing state? Get tickets to see Sarah, Tim & JVL live at TWO upcoming events in Philadelphia (May 1) and D.C. (May 15) here: https://www.thebulwark.com/p/bulwark-events
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Apr 5, 2024 • 12min

The Economy Keeps Getting Better (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)

Tim subs in for Sarah to talk new economic data that hopefully starts to make Americans feel good enough to vote for President Biden! Become a Bulwark+ member to listen to the full episode: https://plus.thebulwark.com/s/thesecretpodcast
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Apr 3, 2024 • 48min

Enemies and Traitors Working Together

Nikki Haley pulled a decent chunk of the Wisconsin primary vote, despite being out of the race for weeks, while the Governor of Nebraska is taking the lead of Charlie Kirk when it comes to changing their electoral college system. Plus, while JVL is out on Spring Break, Andrew Eggers joins Tim and Sarah to discuss their absent colleague's piece about Donald Trump running for a third term! Go to zbiotics.com/NEXTLEVEL to get 15% off your first order when you use NEXTLEVEL at checkout!
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Mar 29, 2024 • 24min

Cable News Is Kabuki Theater (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)

Ronna McDaniel wasn't hired to analyze the news. She was hired to play a part. Become a Bulwark+ member to listen to the full episode: https://plus.thebulwark.com/s/thesecretpodcast
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Mar 27, 2024 • 52min

The Big Lie is Hiring Up!

The RNC, now under Lara Trump, is asking candidates if they believe the 2020 election was stolen from Donald Trump, creating a new litmus test for Republicans who want to work in politics. Plus, Republicans politicize the tragic Baltimore bridge collapse, Candace Owens is out at the Daily Wire, and Donald Trump grifts off selling bibles! Will Saletan subs in for Sarah on this week's episode! Head to FACTORMEALS.com/thenextlevel50 and use code thenextlevel50 to get 50% off! Head to rhone.com/THENEXTLEVEL and use promo code THENEXTLEVEL to save 20% off your entire order.
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Mar 20, 2024 • 51min

Ohio Says Goodbye to Anything Other Than MAGA

Trump-endorsed businessman Bernie Moreno easily won the GOP senate primary in Ohio on Tuesday, and will face off against Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown in November. Dems are thrilled, because they think the MAGA candidate and his scandals give them their best shot at keeping the seat. And how many votes is Nikki Haley getting after dropping out? What does it mean for the general election? Plus, the debate over Donald Trump's "bloodbath" comments continues to rage, and not all our hosts agree the coverage has been fair. At the same time, Trump has threatened to prosecute Cassidy Hutchinson and the Jan. 6 committee as part of his latest authoritarian promises.
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Mar 13, 2024 • 53min

The Trumps Welcome the RNC into the Family

Lara Trump's takeover of the RNC has led to massive lay offs and looks to be steering the political organization towards paying off Trump's legal bills. Essentially, get ready for the RNC to be just another limb of the Trump campaign. Plus, Robert Hur testifies before Congress, defending his controversial report where he made a low assessment of President Biden's mental faculties. And Rep. Nancy Mace is feuding with George Stephanopoulos after being questioned about supporting Trump, even though he was found liable of sexual abuse.
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Mar 8, 2024 • 25min

Biden's State of the Union Masterclass (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)

Exploring Joe Biden's State of the Union address and his political style, handling booing with grace and setting a positive tone. Analyzing the struggles of inexperienced individuals in political conversations and the importance of supporting Biden for democracy. Delving into the impact of AI manipulation on media coverage and politics.
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Mar 6, 2024 • 53min

This is the End, Our Primary Friends

Super Tuesday has come to the close, and so has the entire 2024 primary season. Nikki Haley has dropped out, essentially sealing to deal on another Trump vs. Biden rematch. How are the hosts feeling now that the GOP is sprinting towards November with an aspiring dictator at the top of their ticket? Listen to find out! Go to zbiotics.com/NEXTLEVEL to get 15% off your first order when you use NEXTLEVEL at checkout.

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