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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Apr 1, 2026 • 1h 14min
Josh Barro and Paige Cognetti: The World Is Going to Blame Trump
Paige Cognetti, Scranton mayor running for Congress focused on anti-corruption and practical local governance; Josh Barro, opinion writer and newsletter author known for economic and political analysis. They discuss how a war-driven oil shock will raise prices and reshape travel and work. They debate responsibility for the conflict, risks of stagflation, tariff myths, and cleaning up insider trading in Congress.
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Mar 31, 2026 • 1h 5min
Jon Lovett: It Is Time to Scream and Yell
Jon Lovett, former White House speechwriter and political media creator, brings sharp political analysis. He dissects the chaotic Iran war, how it empowered Tehran and strained alliances. He explores fractures in Trump’s coalition, GOP theatrics, and what Democrats should do next. He also touches on culture-war scandals and keeping joy amid political turmoil.
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Mar 30, 2026 • 1h 1min
Bill Kristol: No Kings
Bill Kristol, conservative analyst and founder of The Weekly Standard, reflects on recent No Kings rallies and their message against unchecked presidential power. They discuss troop movements toward Iran, congressional inaction on war powers, risks of escalation and economic fallout. Conversation also touches on surveillance worries and civic energy at protests.
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Mar 27, 2026 • 52min
Michael Steele: The King of Debt Is Blowing Up the U.S. Economy
Michael Steele, former RNC chair and Maryland lieutenant governor, offers sharp conservative critique. He sounds the alarm on rising mortgage rates, inflation, and fiscal choices worsening affordability. They debate GOP priorities, threats to democratic norms, and the risks of warmongering and cults of personality. The tone moves between urgent and sardonic.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 1h 6min
Al Gore: Trump Has Made a Historic Mistake
Al Gore, former U.S. vice president and climate activist who made An Inconvenient Truth, reflects on two decades of climate progress and looming risks. He discusses the renewable revolution, electric vehicles, AI’s climate footprint, threats to democracy from disinformation, and strategic errors around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. Short, urgent, and forward-looking commentary.
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Mar 25, 2026 • 1h 28min
Angie "Pumps" Sullivan and Phil Gordon: The Dumbest People Are Running this Country
Phil Gordon, former national security advisor and foreign policy author, and Angie "Pumps" Sullivan, outspoken podcaster and reality TV alum, debate U.S. politics and Iran. They discuss Trump’s changing posture toward Tehran, how economic pain shapes voter shifts, religious nationalism’s impact, and what bold, authentic political messaging might look like moving forward.
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Mar 24, 2026 • 1h 9min
Jeffrey Goldberg and Joe Weisenthal: Pandora's Box Has Been Opened
Jeffrey Goldberg, Editor-in-chief of The Atlantic known for deep foreign policy reporting, and Joe Weisenthal, Bloomberg executive editor and markets expert. They dig into risks of the Iran campaign, including threats to the Strait of Hormuz and global signaling to China. They also trace market shocks: oil, supply chains, niche commodity shortages, and how political moves shape investor psychology.
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Mar 23, 2026 • 50min
Bill Kristol: Trump Is in Way over His Head
Bill Kristol, conservative analyst and long-form commentator, weighs in with sharp critiques. They debate whether Trump was bluffing or escalating with Iran and ponder Israel's independent strikes. Conversation covers economic fallout from conflict, the risk to the Strait of Hormuz, chaotic administration messaging, and political consequences at airports and the gas pump.
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Mar 20, 2026 • 59min
David Frum: A Very Bad Time for Bozos to Be in Charge
David Frum, political commentator and Atlantic staff writer, offers sharp takes on U.S. security and conservative politics. He discusses risky DHS picks and homeland vulnerabilities. He explores strained alliances, Denmark’s Greenland contingency, military vs political tracks of the Iran conflict, and long-term geopolitical and Israeli diplomatic consequences.
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Mar 19, 2026 • 41min
James Talarico: The Bulwark LIVE from Dallas
James Talarico, a Democratic politician and former Texas state representative running for U.S. Senate, outlines his fight against corruption and billionaire donors. He talks about building broad coalitions across Texas and persuading disillusioned voters. Topics include border policy balancing security and compassion, resisting endless wars, reconnecting with Latino and faith communities, and a playbook for flipping red states.
