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  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. Bulwark+ members can get a totally ad-free version of the show delivered right to their favorite podcast player.

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. Bulwark+ members can get a totally ad-free version of the show delivered right to their favorite podcast player.

 

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#500

BONUS EPISODE with Doug Emhoff: We Have a Mission

The second gentleman says Kamala has really stepped it up for this abbreviated campaign, and is showing the country the most badass version of herself. He also promised that nothing will distract them from focusing on winning the election. Plus, Trump didn't know what hit him in the debate.  Doug Emhoff joins Tim Miller for a very special bonus episode. ... Read more

Yesterday

25 MINS

25:22

Yesterday

#499

John Dickerson: Hero Story

Liz Cheney sticks to her values under incredible pressure in an old-fashioned Republican way. And she reminded us that Jan 6 is not in the past—but is directly tied to the threat from a presidency where loyalty is built around a lie. Plus, the politicizing of FEMA, Trump's baiting of the media to fact check, more Megyn derangement syndrome, and the longshoremen and job automation. John Dickerson joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod. show notes: [The Daily Report on CBS streaming] (https://www.cbsnews.com/the-daily-report/) [John's book, "The Hardest Job in the World: The American Presidency"] (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/604093/the-hardest-job-in-the-world-by-john-dickerson/) [Tim's playlist] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0dApY6YT48kTh6j9xFDQch) ... Read more

Yesterday

53 MINS

53:45

Yesterday

#498

Kaitlan Collins: Still Surreal

Jack Smith's filing on Jan 6 reads almost like a novel—with Trump shrugging about Pence having to be evacuated, mocking true believer Sidney Powell, and implicating himself with a damning phone-data footprint. Plus, life as a CNN anchor, the evolution of conservative media, and no, Megyn, Kaitlan is an Alabama girl.  Kaitlan Collins joins Tim Miller. ... Read more

03 Oct 2024

42 MINS

42:56

03 Oct 2024

#497

Jim Messina and Michael Weiss: Midwestern Nice

The Harris campaign clearly opted not to send out an attack dog in last night's debate. While JD Vance helped the reputation of the Yale debate club, the coverage today is about abortion and Jan 6—Tim Walz's best lines. Meanwhile, the race remains a coin toss, and the legal drama over the election is already becoming a nightmare. Plus, Iran's ballistic missile attack and Israel's coming retaliation. Jim Messina and Michael Weiss join Tim Miller. ... Read more

02 Oct 2024

54 MINS

54:33

02 Oct 2024

#496

Lis Smith: Go After the Weird Angle

JD Vance may be a good debater, but his creepy obsession with lady parts could put him on defense. Meanwhile, Kamala seems to embrace a more robust media strategy, the weakest alpha in history can't bear to face off with her again, and Trump is the last person who would help make Americans more healthy. Lis Smith joins Tim Miller. show notes [Lis's book, "Any Given Tuesday: A Political Love Story"] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/any-given-tuesday-lis-smith?variant=39741670064162) ... Read more

01 Oct 2024

49 MINS

49:53

01 Oct 2024

#495

Bill Kristol: Prepping A Closing Message

While the Trump campaign is opting for trans panic, Kamala really needs to remind people to be alarmed about the disaster possibilities with Trump. Plus, an imbalance in campaign ads, the role of foreign policy in the election, getting assistance to the people of Western North Carolina— and the potential political fallout from Hurricane Helene.  Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller. show notes [The Cheney-Lieberman VP debate in 2000] (https://youtu.be/HrHX9woYl5w?si=GZgJtybweYcHVLcf) [Bush 41 checking his watch in a town hall debate in 1992] (https://youtu.be/T293aYx3uw0?si=x9YZT6llfu7jUbK0) [Mark Caputo on Trump's attacks against Kamala over trans-related issues] (https://www.thebulwark.com/p/trump-world-wants-to-start-a-fight-with-harris-over-transgender-rights) [Sarah's Focus Group episode on Gen Z voters, with Peter Hamby] (https://www.thebulwark.com/p/trump-is-all-they-know-with-peter)   ... Read more

30 Sep 2024

46 MINS

46:41

30 Sep 2024

#494

Amanda Carpenter: Get With the Program, Already

If Mitt Romney and Mike Pence really want to have influence over a future GOP, then they need to join the Cheneys in what may be the greatest cross-partisan movement in history. Meanwhile, the MAGA retribution agenda keeps ramping up, we need more Mark Cuban, and Kamala hits the border.  Amanda Carpenter joins Tim Miller for the weekend podcast. show notes [Mark Cuban on Theo Von's podcast] (https://youtu.be/fiK6IWhDbWU?si=oFyypZqtUaQ4lqYS) [Amanda's analysis of the authoritarian playbook] (https://www.authoritarianplaybook2025.org/) [Tim's playlist ] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0dApY6YT48kTh6j9xFDQch) ... Read more

27 Sep 2024

54 MINS

54:25

27 Sep 2024

#493

Pete Buttigieg and A.B. Stoddard: Talk Is Cheap

Trump likes to promise a manufacturing renaissance as though one isn't going on right now. But we also had a manufacturing recession when he was in office—and that was before Covid.  Plus, Kamala hits her stride talking about her plans, Clay Higgins is a lying, racist thug, the Democratic Party keeps holding lawbreakers to account, and we can see in Elise Stefanik's eyes how much she is faking it.  Pete Buttigieg and A.B. Stoddard join Tim Miller. ... Read more

26 Sep 2024

52 MINS

52:59

26 Sep 2024

#492

Dana Milbank: Fools on the Hill

The current Congress is the most do-nothingest since 1861—when the Union was falling apart right before the Civil War. Speaker Mike Johnson is completely beholden to Trump, Republicans used Russian propaganda for their sham impeachment effort against Biden, and a clown car of Santos-style fakers are cruising to reelection. Plus, the prospect for chaos post-election is high if Trump loses. Dana Milbank joins Tim Miller. show notes [Dana's new book, "Fools on the Hill: The Hooligans, Saboteurs, Conspiracy Theorists, and Dunces Who Burned Down the House"] (https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/dana-milbank/fools-on-the-hill/9780316570923/?lens=little-brown) [Will's piece that Tim mentioned] (https://www.thebulwark.com/p/chutzpah-in-omaha-trumpists-nebraska-electoral-college) ... Read more

25 Sep 2024

41 MINS

41:09

25 Sep 2024

#491

Michael Medved: America Is No Accident

Longtime conservative talk show host Michael Medved believes America was chosen for a special mission—Republicans used to understand that, but now it's the Democrats who are carrying on the patriotic, 'morning in America' idea. Meanwhile, fiscal conservatives shrug over Trump's promised tariffs, and the architect of Project 2025 reportedly killed his neighbor's dog with a shovel. Michael Medved joins Tim Miller. show notes: [Screenshot of National Review's 2016 cover, "Against Trump"] (https://www.vox.com/2016/1/21/10812402/national-review-cover-trump) [Michael's daily show] (https://www.medvedmedhead.com/) [Abridged version of Michael's show] (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-michael-medved-show/id1448395527) [Michael's 'American Miracle' podcast] (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-american-miracle-with-michael-medved/id1752569673) [Michael's book, "The American Miracle"] (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/247741/the-american-miracle-by-michael-medved/) ... Read more

24 Sep 2024

52 MINS

52:39

24 Sep 2024

#490

Bill Kristol: Trump's Just A Huckster at Heart

Melania is selling Christmas ornaments, while Trump is offering up 99.9% silver coins—the vibe feels more like a going out of business sale than heading back to the White House. But then again, a new bearish NYT poll is worrisome, especially after a bullish one from NBC on Sunday. Plus, Kamala gets a chance to call Trump a ‘chicken’ for ducking a second debate, and the post-modern relativism of Republicans. Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller. ... Read more

23 Sep 2024

43 MINS

43:02

23 Sep 2024

#489

Peter Hamby: Living the Racist Porn Message Board Life

Mark Robinson thinks so much about porn, he wouldn't have enough head space or time to do the job of being North Carolina's governor. Meanwhile, the "Black Nazi" calls trans people and gays filthy. Plus, Kamala's confidence on the trail, the absurdity of the Trump campaign thinking she delivered a gun gaffe —and white people varietals in PA, WI, and NC.  Peter Hamby joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod. show notes [Tim Walz talking to high school bros] (https://x.com/Tim_Walz/status/1835806812622160130) [More Walz showing how to talk to voters] (https://x.com/Tim_Walz/status/1837156691348992061) [Neil King's book, "American Ramble"] (https://www.neilkingjr.com/) [Tim's playlist ] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0dApY6YT48kTh6j9xFDQch) ... Read more

20 Sep 2024

50 MINS

50:48

20 Sep 2024

#488

Sam Stein and Susanne Craig: Look Beyond the Polls

We're swimming in polling data, but we should also consider that Kamala has more money and a superior ground game. On the other hand though, she doesn't have a spouse promoting nude modeling experience. Plus, the sweeping narrative behind the 'Lucky Loser' who squandered his father's fortune.  Susanne Craig and Sam Stein join Tim Miller. show notes [Susanne's new book about Trump, "Lucky Loser" ] (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/672076/lucky-loser-by-russ-buettner-and-susanne-craig/) ... Read more

19 Sep 2024

49 MINS

49:47

19 Sep 2024

#487

Tom Nichols: The Cat Was in the Basement

JD Vance thought he had confirmation of his Haitian migrant conspiracy when a Springfield, OH resident filed a police report about her missing cat. But Miss Sassy was just in the basement, safe and sound. More seriously, Vance and Trump want everyone who's not on their team to shut up, so they can rile up their supporters and prime people for violence. Meanwhile, has the MAGA duo become such losers that even Joe Rogan and the bro-sphere have had enough?  Tom Nichols joins Tim Miller. show notes: [Tom on Trump using an assassination attempt to inflame politics ] (https://www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/archive/2024/09/trump-is-no-gerald-ford/679900/?gift=AO0MhSsTDaHgiP_RxFGfBxtRU-hxzXiDrMxDhOz9rBA&utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=share) ... Read more

18 Sep 2024

54 MINS

54:00

18 Sep 2024

#486

Amy Walter: A 50-50 Race

The presidential race is essentially tied, with movement on the margins that may not be picked up in polling. So prepare for a lot of mood swings in the next seven weeks. Amy Walter and Tim Miller dive deep into PA voters v WI voters, Penn State grad Trump fans, and the prospects for Kamala in NC v GA. Plus, a cliffhanger in the House. show notes: [Vance's awkward missed fist bump with Marcy Kaptur] (https://x.com/photogbillau/status/1710321551566922087?s=46&t=uVox_RHSjUhDscDqa14Cfw) ... Read more

17 Sep 2024

47 MINS

47:12

17 Sep 2024

#485

Bill Kristol: Fanning the Flames

MAGA is trying to take political advantage of what was apparently a second assassination attempt on Trump, but it's not the Democrats who routinely encourage violence. Trump himself only recently joked about the attack on Paul Pelosi. Meanwhile, Vance admits he created stories about Haitian immigrants, the Des Moines Register poll points to the way the political winds are blowing, and finally some Emmy justice for "Hacks."  Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller. show notes [Tim's interview with Carol Leonnig when she discusses the Secret Service] (https://www.thebulwark.com/p/brian-tyler-cohen-and-carol-leonnig) [Bill's recent conversation with James Carville ] (https://conversationswithbillkristol.org/conversation/james-carville-on-harris-v-trump-after-the-debate-home-stretch/) ... Read more

16 Sep 2024

43 MINS

43:09

16 Sep 2024

#484

Jeffrey Goldberg: Trump Doesn't Believe in America

The former president doesn't think our country is exceptional, and the political press won't hold him to any standard because it has zero expectations of him. Plus, Lindsey Graham is an empty shell, John Kelly was nearly driven mad working for Trump, and JD Vance can't stop spinning conspiracies.  Jeffrey Goldberg joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod. show notes [Jeffrey's new book, “On Heroism: McCain, Milley, Mattis, and the Cowardice of Donald Trump"] (https://www.theatlantic.com/atlantic-editions/#on-heroism) [Atlantic piece on Trump's diminished speech abilities] (https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2024/09/trump-harris-debate-cognitive-decline/679803/?gift=AO0MhSsTDaHgiP_RxFGfB-NuRhfSA39BenQ1NzH2VeU&utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=share) [JVL's Triad newsletter from Thursday] (https://www.thebulwark.com/p/jd-vance-and-the-southern-bourbons) [Orlando Sentinel's straightforward headline about a Trump threat] (https://x.com/SteveLemongello/status/1833182670446301195) [Tim's playlist] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0dApY6YT48kTh6j9xFDQch)   ... Read more

13 Sep 2024

43 MINS

43:47

13 Sep 2024

#483

Mark McKinnon: Taking Back the Freedom Agenda

While Republicans paint a vision of America as a dystopian hellscape, Kamala is helping herself to the sunny optimism of Reagan and the Bushes. Plus, Taylor is breaking MAGA's brains and driving up voter registrations, Sarah Palin is no longer the worst VP candidate, and Laura Loomer is even too crazy for MTG. Mark McKinnon joins Tim Miller. ... Read more

12 Sep 2024

41 MINS

41:30

12 Sep 2024

#482

S.E. Cupp: A Sucker and a Loser

Kamala laid trap after trap during the debate, and because he's so impulsive, Trump walked into every single one. And while he seethed, she was the normal and sane one—who came so prepared she was name-dropping missiles and tanks. It was a good night. S.E. Cupp joins Tim Miller, who also shares his scoops from the spin room. show notes: [S.E.'s show, "Battleground"] (https://www.battlegroundnews.com/bios/se-cupp/) ... Read more

11 Sep 2024

39 MINS

39:11

11 Sep 2024

#481

Symone Sanders Townsend and Olivia Nuzzi: Kamala v the Weirdo

Trump and Kamala are meeting for the first time at tonight's debate, because in 2021, he took his ball, went home, and skipped the inauguration. Seven weeks after the change in the ticket, Trump still doesn't seem to know how to fight her— while Kamala will likely be focused on her message of fighting for the people vs Trump fighting for himself. show notes: [Olivia's piece, "I Examined Donald Trump’s Ear — and His Soul — at Mar-a-Lago] (https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/donald-trump-ear-campaign-assassination-attempt.html) [Symone's MSNBC show, "The Weekend"] (https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend)   ... Read more

10 Sep 2024

54 MINS

54:16

10 Sep 2024