Bulwark Takes Yes, These Things All Happened in 2025
Dec 31, 2025
In a whirlwind review of 2025, the hosts dissect the chaotic Twitter war between Trump and Elon Musk, raising questions about leadership. They dive into bizarre moments like bizarre tariffs on remote islands and RFK Jr.'s shocking public display. The unexpected election of an American pope takes center stage, explored alongside the assassination of Charlie Kirk and its fallout in the conservative movement. The podcast also critiques Trump's actions following Rob Reiner's murder and details alarming healthcare and immigration policies that raise moral concerns.
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The Unexpected American Pope
- Sarah Longwell tells the improbable story of an American elected pope from Chicago, Bobby Prevost, surprising global expectations.
- She highlights cultural shock that Europeans would allow an American pontiff and jokes about his Villanova roots.
Keep Bearing Witness To Aid Cuts
- Highlight the humanitarian consequences when assessing policy: Bill Kristol urges continuing to bear witness to USAID cuts and deaths.
- He recommends keeping attention on the issue to pressure future reversal and accountability.
Drones As A Panic Catalyst
- The 'drone hysteria' showed how quickly mass panic spreads and how influencers amplified unfounded fears.
- The episode exposed a readiness to accept conspiratorial explanations over mundane realities.