<![CDATA[The Bulwark: The Bulwark Podcast ]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/s/bulwarkpodcasthttps://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QWq4!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe7bdbd69-ae32-45de-8348-8913f6966d53_256x256.pngThe Bulwark: The Bulwark Podcast https://www.thebulwark.com/s/bulwarkpodcastSubstackTue, 05 May 2026 14:16:45 GMT<![CDATA[Bill Kristol: Trump's Revenge Tour Is Backfiring]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/bill-kristol-trumps-revenge-tourhttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/bill-kristol-trumps-revenge-tourMon, 04 May 2026 19:31:14 GMTActing AG Tood Blanche announced over the weekend that basically everybody in America can use the expression "86 47" without fear of prosecution—except James Comey, who Trump yearns to see behind bars. Also, POTUS is still so steamed that NATO is not helping him with the Iran war that he's ordered thousands of U.S. troops withdrawn from Germany—even though the bases there are key to the war effort. Plus, the ceasefire looks to be in trouble, the Dems need to cool it on the 'burn the witch' culture, and Trump's vanity public projects are becoming increasingly grotesque.

Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[Adam Kinzinger: The First Family's Corruption Is Mind-Blowing]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/adam-kinzinger-the-first-familyshttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/adam-kinzinger-the-first-familysFri, 01 May 2026 19:51:20 GMTFox News wouldn't shut up about Hunter and Burisma, but its viewers aren't likely to hear any criticism of Eric and Don Jr. raking it in through government contracts approved by the Trump administration. Unlike in Hunter's case, the U.S. government is paying millions of dollars to the president's sons. Plus, Trump is losing the information war on Iran, Bibi is oddly chummy with Putin—given his alliance with Israel's enemy Iran, the nation's debt is larger than our GDP, the governor of Louisiana is outright assaulting democracy, and Kinzinger explains why we need to celebrate heroes.

Adam Kinzinger joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod.

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]]><![CDATA[Jon Ossoff: Trump Is a Lifelong Racist]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/jon-ossoff-trump-is-a-lifelong-racisthttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/jon-ossoff-trump-is-a-lifelong-racistThu, 30 Apr 2026 19:12:39 GMTThe bombshell voting rights ruling from the Supreme Court may have been years in the making, but Ossoff sees a tie-in to Trump's sore-loserdom and his inability to accept that black voters in Georgia were responsible for his 2020 defeat. And the senator expects a full-court press to get Alito and Thomas to retire so Trump can nominate MAGA fanatics to the court—and impose his most durable legacy on the country. Ossoff also discussed potential limits on aid to Israel, the geopolitical malpractice of the Iran war, and the brazen corruption of the Trump family’s overseas business deals. Plus, Luke Thomas explains the links between MMA and Trump world, the UFC’s key role in rehabilitating Trump after Jan 6, and the sportswashing behind the upcoming fights at the White House. Extra bonus: Tim weighs in on the Maine Senate race.

Sen. Jon Ossoff and Morning Kombat host Luke Thomas join Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[John Heilemann: Did Trump Make an Ominous Shift on Iran?]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/john-heilemann-did-trump-make-anhttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/john-heilemann-did-trump-make-anWed, 29 Apr 2026 20:05:33 GMTAt home, POTUS shows how much he wants to be like an Arab despot, plastering his mug all over the place and deploying the Justice Department to fatuously claim that Comey’s use of seashell art can rise to a crime. But on Iran, he seems to have backed off his promise of a short war, and he’s making pretty wimpy threats against the regime. Plus, Disney’s new CEO is standing by Kimmel, Barney Frank has a warning for Democrats, and recent polling data is not backing up the Dems’ midterms bullishness—even if voter sentiment is very bad for Trump and the Republicans.

John Heilemann joins Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[Carol Leonnig and Will Sommer: The Loons and the Loyalists Running the DOJ]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/carol-leonnig-and-will-sommer-thehttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/carol-leonnig-and-will-sommer-theTue, 28 Apr 2026 19:19:14 GMTActing AG Todd Blanche, who watched Pam Bondi get fired, knows exactly what his assignment is: Go after every political enemy Trump wants targeted, and charge them—even without evidence of a crime. At the FBI, officials under Kash have pursued dubious or phony leads while career agents are seething over what the director has done to the place. Plus, the podcastistan wars may be doing real harm to the MAGA movement, influencers in the Trump echo chamber are looking pretty lame in comparison to key right-wing figures who are breaking ranks with him, and the latest on post-overdose looksmaxxer Clavicular.

Will Sommer and Carol Leonnig join Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[Bill Kristol: Words Are Not Violence]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/bill-kristol-words-are-not-violencehttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/bill-kristol-words-are-not-violenceMon, 27 Apr 2026 19:06:42 GMTTrump is a terrible president and he deserves to be criticized, even in personal terms. Our pro-democracy movement has shown time and time again that we can oppose him—and oppose any attempt at violence at the same time. Even putting aside POTUS's own hypocritical calls for violence or his celebrating the deaths of his enemies, Saturday's shooting was related to mental health issues and too easy of access to guns. Plus, Zelensky is the new leader of the free world, Trump looks like he's headed to a humiliating defeat in Iran, the left should work harder to not be false flag cranks, and a look at the Senate map in the context of America Firsters feeling betrayed by Trump's stupid wars and his attempt to redesign D.C. in his image.

Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[Nicholas Kristof: What a Mess Trump Created]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/nicholas-kristof-what-a-mess-trumphttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/nicholas-kristof-what-a-mess-trumpFri, 24 Apr 2026 19:44:02 GMTNot only is the new hardline regime in Tehran now more likely to go rogue as a nuclear power a la North Korea, ordinary Iranians—who Trump and Bibi initially claimed we were rescuing—are also living under even harsher conditions. At the same time, the war has burned through billions worth of our critical weapons stockpile, a development that surely will figure into China’s calculations vis‐à‐vis Taiwan. This is the moment for Dems to reshape their brand and win back everyday working Americans. Plus, the settlers’ escalating attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank, the Trump administration’s depraved treatment of Afghan refugees, any talk of aid for UAE stinks of Trump family corruption, and Dems need to fix their blue places while simultaneously working to win voters in the red ones.


Nick Kristof joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod.

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]]><![CDATA[Ben McKenzie and Sarah Matthews: We Are Drowning in Scam Artists]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/ben-mckenzie-and-sarah-matthews-wehttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/ben-mckenzie-and-sarah-matthews-weThu, 23 Apr 2026 19:45:17 GMTTrump has gone full “1984” with his claim that it’s a good thing that the Strait of Hormuz is closed. He also says that he saved some Iranian women from being executed, which the regime in Tehran called “fake news.” It’s a telling sign of the times when the public can’t figure out whether the White House or the Iranian regime is lying. Speaking of scam artists, Ben joins Tim to discuss his new film on cryptocurrency, "Everyone is Lying to You for Money." The industry is rife with crime, it sorely needs to be regulated, and some of the most unscrupulous people are behind it— including our president

Ben McKenzie and Sarah Matthews join Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[Sam Stein: Can Trump Avoid Humiliation in Iran?]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/sam-stein-can-trump-avoid-humiliationhttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/sam-stein-can-trump-avoid-humiliationWed, 22 Apr 2026 20:05:54 GMTTrump's madman antics got him into a game of chicken with Iran, but he's up against people who are even crazier than he is. And he is not likely to get a deal with Tehran that is any better than Obama's nuclear agreement—which Trump called the worst deal in the world. Plus, the Virginia win is another reminder that Dems can effectively play hardball, Kevin Warsh is looking like an alarming pick for the Fed, the media coverage of the mass shooting in Shreveport was almost non-existent, MAGA is obsessed with Mamdani, Sam and Tim have new Cabinet rankings, and is there a way to stop Kushner from making deals with Sharia law countries?

Sam Stein joins Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[Tracy Alloway and Jordan Ritter Conn: The Global Economic Shock from a Stupid War]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/tracy-alloway-and-jordan-ritter-connhttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/tracy-alloway-and-jordan-ritter-connTue, 21 Apr 2026 19:27:54 GMTTrump keeps jawboning the markets to try to manage the fallout from the war on Iran, but we have yet to see the full economic impact of his foreign policy misadventure. Oil and gas facilities in the Gulf have been critically damaged and will take years to repair—which will inevitably lead to higher fuel prices. And countries are stockpiling commodities and products like fertilizer, which will also feed inflation. Plus, a new book on the social and economic travails of modern American men.

The Ringer's Jordan Ritter Conn and Bloomberg's Tracy Alloway join Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[Bill Kristol: The Tough Guy Really, Really Means It This Time]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/bill-kristol-the-tough-guy-reallyhttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/bill-kristol-the-tough-guy-reallyMon, 20 Apr 2026 19:43:54 GMT Just hang tight: Trump is super close to a deal with an enemy that he handed all the leverage to. Absolutely do not read his steady supply of hollow threats as him begging Iran for a face-saving off-ramp. Meanwhile, back in reality, Iran too can see how desperate Trump is, the war is helping China feel emboldened, and some of our closest post-WWII allies think Beijing is more dependable than the U.S. under Trump. Plus, Hegseth has chosen an ideal time to pick a fight with the secretary of the Army, numerous officials at the FBI are alarmed by Kash's alleged alcohol-induced absences, kudos to Ossoff for the way he talked about corruption and kleptocracy, and more Vance-splaining from the newbie Catholic Veep.

Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[Ben Rhodes: Trump Is Getting a Terrible Deal]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/ben-rhodes-trump-is-getting-a-terriblehttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/ben-rhodes-trump-is-getting-a-terribleFri, 17 Apr 2026 20:47:53 GMTThe U.S. and Israel started dropping bombs on Iran because the regime, amid mass street protests, appeared to be in a weakened state. But the regime has now ended up with a much stronger hand: It's proven its leverage over the global economy with the Strait of Hormuz, and under Trump's offer, Iran will get a huge infusion of cash to rebuild its ballistic missiles program and fund its proxy terror groups. At the same time, Trump has made the United States look like a rogue state—while spending billions for a deal he could have got without a war. Plus, Israelis are likely not happy, the Gulf states realize America can't protect them from Iran's drones, Cuba is readying to be next, Dems should make clear they are the anti-war party now, Trump is fighting his demons from his first term, and JD has a radical and un-American world view.

Ben Rhodes joins Tim Miller for the holiday weekend pod.

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]]><![CDATA[Amanda Carpenter: The Worst President Ever]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/amanda-carpenter-the-worst-presidenthttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/amanda-carpenter-the-worst-presidentThu, 16 Apr 2026 19:51:53 GMTFrom Trump's sacrilegious use of Jesus, to his massively corrupt pardon scheme, and his desire to plaster his name on every federal building and institution, this country has never had such a bad president. The Dems need to plan now how they will do oversight and also keep his loyalists from helping him cheat in the midterms. Plus, Hegseth really doesn'…

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]]><![CDATA[Alastair Campbell: Trump Is a Wanker]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/alastair-campbell-trump-is-a-wankerhttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/alastair-campbell-trump-is-a-wankerWed, 15 Apr 2026 19:24:46 GMTThe Irish are protesting in the streets over the price of fuel, Qatar's GDP is plummeting, and heating bills are skyrocketing in France. And today, every world leader and every CEO of every major corporation is having to address the consequences of this war of choice on Iran—and Trump couldn't care less. Instead, he's working on a new distraction to get…

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]]><![CDATA[Michael Weiss: Iran Is Not Likely to Forget about the War]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/michael-weiss-iran-is-not-likelyhttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/michael-weiss-iran-is-not-likelyTue, 14 Apr 2026 20:31:10 GMTThe Iranian regime may be wounded, but it’s likely to seek revenge for the war at some point, maybe even through sleeper cells in the United States. And with a second round of peace negotiations potentially in the works, Iran could rake in billions in return for pausing its nuclear program. On the more uplifting side, the election news out of Hungary has feel-good shades of 1989, and is a reminder that reality and facts can get in the way of a stubborn authoritarian. Plus, Tim on Trump's Jesus post and how he's losing political allies by the minute.

Michael Weiss once again joins Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[Bill Kristol: Are the Winds Finally Shifting?]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/bill-kristol-are-the-winds-finallyhttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/bill-kristol-are-the-winds-finallyMon, 13 Apr 2026 18:54:26 GMTOrbán’s loss in Hungary was so overwhelming he couldn’t cheat his way out of it. But the decisive defeat for both Putin and authoritarianism may also suggest that the vibes they are a changin’. For instance, at home, Trump had to take down his Jesus post because of the backlash from across the political spectrum. People can see he’s flailing on the war and the economy. Plus, Vance has the stink of a loser, Dems can learn some campaigning tricks from Peter Magyar, the Melania-Epstein mystery continues, Trump and Marco are likely to regret those images from the UFC fight, and The Bulwark remains Team Pope Leo.

Bill Kristol joins special guest host, Sarah Longwell.

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]]><![CDATA[Jane Coaston: We Have Some Questions, Melania]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/jane-coaston-we-have-some-questionshttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/jane-coaston-we-have-some-questionsFri, 10 Apr 2026 21:15:11 GMTNo one was really asking about Melania’s ties to Epstein. But after her surprise White House statement to the press on Thursday, the questions are flowing—particularly because a former Brazilian model who moved in both Trump and Epstein circles is posting threats against the First Lady on social media. Tim and Jane break it all down. Plus, Melania does not speak or read English very well, Trump is furious about Tucker & co.’s opposition to the Iran war, Vance’s motives for converting to Catholicism are disgusting and unchristian, and why would Iran permit Saudi-paid Jared to participate in the Islamabad peace talks? Jane Coaston joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod.

Jane Coaston joins Tim Miller for the holiday weekend pod.

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]]><![CDATA[Anne Applebaum: Hungary's Surreal, Post-Reality Campaign]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/anne-applebaum-hungarys-surreal-posthttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/anne-applebaum-hungarys-surreal-postThu, 09 Apr 2026 19:58:17 GMTPutin puppet Viktor Orbán—whose nepotistic and corrupt government in Hungary has become the model for the far-right in America and Europe—is facing his first serious election challenge in 16 years. It turns out that voters get mad when a president steals from the public and tanks the economy. Vance tried to bolster Orbán with Kremlin-esque fake propaganda, but the energy may be with the grassroots campaign of Peter Magyar. Plus, Vance's arrogance and ignorance about Ukraine, Trump is still coming up short on his Iran war goals, the administration made some weird threats against Pope Leo, and Kari Lake is still a loser.

Anne Applebaum joins Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[David French and Suhas Subramanyam: The Superpower Folded in Front of the Whole World]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/david-french-and-suhas-subramanyamhttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/david-french-and-suhas-subramanyamWed, 08 Apr 2026 19:02:29 GMTTrump showed that he is completely unequipped to be a war leader. He threatened crimes against humanity, and not only let a foe prove it could take our punches, but also inflict economic pain on the global economy as well. Indeed, with the closing of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran looks to have emerged from the war with a stronger hand. We also don't know how much Trump's financial ties to Gulf countries are influencing his wild and erratic handling of the war. And if this military operation was just about Israel's national security, then that should have been explained to the American people from the start. Plus, the threat an Orbán loss would pose to MAGA, the key redistricting election in Virginia, and how Dems would prioritize oversight if they win back the House.

David French and Rep. Suhas Subramanyam join Tim Miller.

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]]><![CDATA[Ronan Farrow and Andrew Marantz: The Dangers Posed by Sam Altman]]>https://www.thebulwark.com/p/ronan-farrow-and-andrew-marantz-thehttps://www.thebulwark.com/p/ronan-farrow-and-andrew-marantz-theTue, 07 Apr 2026 19:17:20 GMTAI poses real existential threats. The global economy is dependent on it, it's being deployed in war zones and used for domestic surveillance, and it's increasingly integrated into our medical and financial sectors. But the guy sitting atop the world's biggest AI company, Sam Altman, is regarded by some colleagues as a liar, driven by a quest for power, and someone with sociopathic tendencies. When Biden was in the White House, Altman was worried about the limited regulation of AI; under Trump, he's loving that the shackles have come off. Plus, Tim on how the Dems need to get the politics of the Iran war right: Welcome converts into the fold, and prioritize American interests.

Ronan Farrow and Andrew Marantz join Tim Miller to discuss their New Yorker piece on OpenAI’s Sam Altman.

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