The Bulwark Podcast
The Bulwark
Tim Miller and guests discuss the latest political news for the flagship podcast of the Never Trump movement and the reality-based community. Every weekday we provide insightful analysis, political hot-takes, an unabashed defense of liberal democracy and long-form interviews that cut through the "both-sides" BS. Plus a few laughs to help you wash down the crazy.
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Episodes
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Mar 11, 2024 • 41min
Bill Kristol and Sarah Longwell: Is the Wishcasting Over?
Topics include Biden's influence on Ezra Klein, Orbán at Mar-a-lago, fallout from the 'illegal' immigrant line, and reading from the mailbag with Sarah Longwell. Special focus on Bill's interview of Timothy Snyder.
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Mar 8, 2024 • 57min
Ben LaBolt and Will Saletan: The Stakes of the Moment
The podcast discusses Biden's State of the Union speech on democracy, MAGA's reaction, and Katie Britt's dramatic performance. They analyze Reagan's '85 SOTU, bipartisan collaborations, and challenges in political messaging. Also covered are returning to government service, navigating partisan media, and analyzing communication style.
Mar 7, 2024 • 45min
Tom Nichols: The GOP Needs a Fake Joe Biden
Republicans are painting Biden as a communist, McConnell won't stand by his wife, Russian GOP wants to defund police, Katie Porter scrutinized. Panel debates political allegiances post-2020, GOP leadership dynamics, challenges within the party. Loyalty struggles in the Senate, Trump's influence on GOP, media impact on generational memory, contrasting views on police funding, and appreciation for The Atlantic's work.
Mar 6, 2024 • 43min
Errin Haines: A Not So Super Tuesday
The podcast discusses the challenges Biden's campaign faces with voters of color, Nikki's exit, GOP's support for extreme candidates, voter dynamics, Black voter motivations, Supreme Court dynamics, Women's Basketball excitement, paying college athletes, economic reflections, and Biden's support.
Mar 5, 2024 • 46min
Catherine Rampell: Trump Would Be Bad News for the Economy
Discussing Trump's economic policy plans including tariffs and immigration crackdown, the benefits of the recent immigration surge, and Biden's secret energy boom. Exploring the impact of inflation on public sentiment, online security concerns, and the relationship between immigration and the economy.
Mar 4, 2024 • 41min
Bill Kristol and Ben Wittes: We Still Have to Do the Work
The podcast discusses the courts' handling of Trump, struggles with words at rallies, Nikki Haley's victory, and strategic moves in the Republican Party. Topics include media critiques, urgency in dealing with Ukraine, Biden's address, Supreme Court's decision on Trump's ballot eligibility, upcoming trials, and frustrations with court cases timelines.
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Mar 1, 2024 • 47min
Kara Swisher: A Tech 'Tough Love' Story
Exploring tech's impact on democracy, wealth, and partisanship. Kara Swisher discusses burns on Elon, Trump, and Big Tech. A capitalist case for government intervention. Hilarious tech baby shower anecdotes and a heartfelt chat with Cara Swisher.
Feb 29, 2024 • 1h 3min
Jamie Weinstein: The Cowardice of Mitch McConnell
The podcast discusses Mitch McConnell's legacy and reluctance to confront Trump, Dan Crenshaw's frustrations, Gaza conflict debates, and the role of 'we the people' post-Trump. The conversation also explores media biases, Supreme Court strategies, and the enigmatic Matt Drudge.
Feb 28, 2024 • 43min
John Avlon: Winning Back the House from the MAGA Minions
Discussions include the MAGA crew's stance on democracy and bipartisanship, Avlon's decision to run for Congress, and the fate of Rudy Giuliani. Topics range from political perceptions to electoral strategies, defending liberal democracy, heroism in tragic events, and emotional gratitude exchanges.
Feb 27, 2024 • 47min
Matt Yglesias and Brian Beutler: The Left Hits Biden Harder than Trump
Discussion on Biden's challenges in Israel policy and voter dynamics, navigating progressive strategies, cancel culture dynamics, embracing validators in politics, exploring conservative-coded positions, and Republican campaign school tactics.
