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Bulwark Takes

The Bulwark
Donald Trump
Iran
United States
Israel
Iran War
Strait Of Hormuz
ICE
Tariffs
Congress
Donald J. Trump
Supreme Court
Kash Patel
Democratic Party
China
Tucker Carlson
Candace Owens
Republican Party
State Of the Union
NATO
Kristi Noem

The news cycle doesn’t slow down, and neither does The Bulwark. Bulwark Takes brings you bite-sized takes on the news of the day from the entire Bulwark team, including Tim Miller, Sarah Longwell, and Bill Kristol, and more.

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Tim Miller talked to Nicolle Wallace on MS Now to give his take on Trump’s embarrassing summit in China, where Trump praised Chinese President Xi Jinping and left with no results for ending the war in Iran. Plus, Tim gave his take on the proposed $1.... more

Tim Miller is joined by Johnny Garcia, a Democrat running in Texas’s 35th Congressional District, where a closely watched runoff on May 26 could help decide control of a key House seat. Garcia, a deputy sheriff and former hostage negotiator, outlines... more

Catherine Rampell and JVL went LIVE to give their takes on Trump's reported plans for a secretive $1.7 billion taxpayer-funded slush fund that could quietly reward Jan. 6 defendants and Trump political allies behind closed doors.

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Tim Miller takes on reports that Kash Patel is snorkeling at Pearl Harbor, rigging the most wanted list, and jetting his girlfriend around Europe on your dime. Meanwhile Trump just created a $1.7 billion slush fund for his criminal allies—no Congress... more

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Recent Guests

David Baer
Professor of theology and philosophy at Texas Lutheran University
Texas Lutheran University
Episode: Nobody Believed Orbán Could Lose. Then It Happened. (w/ H. David Baer)
Marc Elias
Head of Democracy Docket, attorney focused on voting rights and election law
Democracy Docket
Episode: Marc Elias: This is the End of the Voting Rights Act
Kyle Sweetser
Running for Senate in Alabama as a Democrat
Candidate, Alabama Senate
Episode: He Voted for Trump Twice. Now He’s Running for Senate as a Democrat. (w/ Kyle Sweetser)
Bale Dalton
Democrat running for Congress in Florida 7; Navy veteran and former NASA Chief of Staff
Campaign for Florida's 7th Congressional District
Episode: This Democrat Smells Blood in Deep Red Florida (w/ Bale Dalton)
Cory Mills
Incumbent mentioned as the opponent in Florida's 7th district
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: This Democrat Smells Blood in Deep Red Florida (w/ Bale Dalton)
Jake Sherman
Founder of Punch Bowl; journalist
Punch Bowl News
Episode: After 75 Days of Shutdown, They End It Like This? (w/ Jake Sherman)
Mark Elias
A guest brought on for discussion of midterms and legal/policy strategy
Hispanic Justice? (not specified in transcript)
Episode: The Joke Tim Couldn’t Say on Live TV
Jacqueline Smith
Ombudsman for Stars and Stripes (former)
Stars and Stripes
Episode: Hegseth’s Takeover of Military Newspaper (w/ Jacqueline Smith) | Command Post
Marc Caputo
Political journalist discussing Florida politics
Episode: Could the Florida Gerrymander Blow Up on the GOP? (w/ Marc Caputo)

Hosts

Tim Miller
Host with a focus on fast-paced political analysis and live-style commentary, affiliated with The Bulwark.
Sarah Longwell
Co-host contributing strategic, policy-oriented political discussion and critique.
Sam Stein
Host and panelist known for political analysis and media commentary.
JVL
Co-host/guest commentator providing political analysis and insights into media dynamics.
Andrew Egger
Co-host and contributor with a focus on policy and media coverage.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Roger Stone and Al Franken

    Remember Roger Stone predicted the "Al Franken thing" hours before it broke. Rather than being a grass roots scandal such as the new ones, this one looked more like political astro-turf engineered by the self-described "dirty trickster"

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Noname9876541
    United Statesa month ago
  • Please have Hassan on

    I think you should have Hassan in to respond to your takes on him! A pro democracy movement should be open to ideas and let people decide for themselves.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loomasauris
    United Statesa month ago
  • Mark Hertling

    I just can’t say it enough. Command Post is so insightful and interesting. 5 stars for Mark!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoriJNY
    United Statesa month ago
  • Tim debates Rep Gottheimer

    Good job Tim! You model respect while passionately and intelligently disagreeing. Unfortunately I found the Congressman’s arguments to be full of inconsistencies and his being a Democrat, I was disappointed that he could make excuses for Trump.

    Maybe your respectfully arguing with him will make a difference In his thinking. I hope so. Trump is one extremely dangerous mentally ill man. That the congressman couldn’t acknowledge that only means he’ll get more dangerous. For all of us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Walks talks and sews
    United Statesa month ago
  • Tim you’re better than this

    There are serious concerns in the country right now. Please don’t allow airtime for unserious politicians. This latest representative can get bent while he’s collecting his checks, and not being in DC.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    HavingFunisFun
    United Statesa month ago

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The live-stream style and candid banter are a selling point for audiences who want authentic, unscripted discussion.
Varied guest mix and strong panel dynamics; it helps listeners understand complex policy in an accessible way.
Insightful, top-tier analysis with quick, sharp debates that keep pace with the news cycle.
Some episodes are polarizing or provocative, which can be polarizing but also highly engaging for fans.

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This Democrat Smells Blood in Deep Red Florida (w/ Bale Dalton)
Q: What changes would you pursue in redistricting and electoral accountability?
He advocates against political gerrymandering and for districts that reflect the will of the people, with greater transparency and accountability for representatives.
This Democrat Smells Blood in Deep Red Florida (w/ Bale Dalton)
Q: How do you respond to concerns about war policy and veteran care?
He argues for clearer strategic end states, better military oversight, and improving veterans' transition benefits and care.
This Democrat Smells Blood in Deep Red Florida (w/ Bale Dalton)
Q: What drew you to run for Congress in Florida's 7th district?
Dalton cites public service experience, military leadership, and a desire to focus on constituent needs and accountability rather than partisan energy shifts.
Hegseth’s Takeover of Military Newspaper (w/ Jacqueline Smith) | Command Post
Q: What can be done to save Stars and Stripes from Pentagon influence?
The guests suggest congressional action to protect editorial independence and encourage broader institutional safeguards through legislation.
Hegseth’s Takeover of Military Newspaper (w/ Jacqueline Smith) | Command Post
Q: What does all this mean for Stars and Stripes' editorial independence and the relationship between the Pentagon and the military press?
The panelists stress that Stars and Stripes has historically been a free-thinking paper serving enlisted troops and that recent actions threaten independent journalism and could harm morale and information flow.

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What is Bulwark Takes about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show delivers rapid, opinionated takes on daily politics and current events, often featuring a rotating panel from a core group of political journalists and commentators. Frequent topics include U.S. domestic policy, foreign policy and national security, media narratives, and the dynamics within the political parties, with a sharp emphasis on analysis, skepticism of official messaging, and lively debate. Noteworthy elements include live-stream style episodes, candid disagreements among hosts, and a willingness to critique both Republican and Democratic strategies while highlighting independent media perspectives. The format tends to mix quick-fire commentary with deeper policy context, making it attractive to listeners who want timely,... more

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