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The Bulwark Daily

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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... more

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Marco Rubio is using dubious powers to create a new class of immigrant political prisoners. Meanwhile, DHS officials are bragging about how they're brutally shackling and frog-marching Haitians who came here under protected status. On this American h... more

Thom Tillis was the pivotal vote to confirm a buffoon to run the Department of Defense, and now he’s shocked about Hegseth’s incompetency. JD wants everyone to know he’s a Catholic now, but he doesn’t seem to have absorbed even the basic teachings of... more

The Army is currently operating without any Senate-confirmed civilian or military leaders at the top. For Navy secretary, Trump is nominating an election-denying veteran who thinks witches and Wiccans are taking over cities. And when Hegseth is not b... more

Vaccine skepticism and distrust of pharmaceutical companies long predated RFK, Jr.'s 2024 presidential campaign. But the distrust of mainstream medical authority has now grown so deep that the United States can no longer contain the spread of measles... more

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Recent Guests

Ruby Cramer
Staff writer at The New Yorker covering politics; featured in a MAHA custody piece
The New Yorker
Episode: Ruby Cramer: The Power of MAHA
Ben Rhodes
Deputy National Security Advisor for Barack Obama; co-host of Pod Save the World
The Bulwark
Episode: Ben Rhodes: Is Trump Stumbling into a Wider War?
Julia Curlee
Trans CIA officer and former NSC and CIA official
Atlantic article The Wrong Kind of American
Episode: Julia Curlee and Errin Haines: Cowards Are Running This Country
Andrew Egger
White House correspondent, co-author on the Morning Shots newsletter
The Bulwark
Episode: Andrew Egger: Trump’s Travels with Natalie
Sarah Longwell
Publisher of Bulwark, author of How to Eat an Elephant, One Voter at a Time
Bulwark
Episode: Sarah Longwell: Dems, Go on Offense FFS
Dave Weigel
Sleep-deprived politics reporter at Semaphore; Americana newsletter author
Semaphore; The Best in the Biz (Americana)
Episode: Dave Weigel: Polls Wrong, Hong Gone
Adam Hamilton
Democratic candidate for Senate in Kansas; pastor of Resurrection United Methodist Church
Campaign of Adam Hamilton
Episode: Sam Stein and Adam Hamilton: Trump’s Fabricated World Is Crashing
Charlie Warzel
Writer at The Atlantic, Galaxy Brain podcast host
The Atlantic
Episode: Charlie Warzel: The Tech Overlords’ Anti-Humanity Is Catching Up to Them
Margaret Donovan
Yale Law School professor; former Army captain and JAG in Iraq/Syria
Yale Law School
Episode: Bill Kristol and Margaret Donovan: Hegseth Should Be Impeached

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Tim Miller
Host of The Bulwark Daily

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 18.9k ratings
  • Empathy and Julia Curlee

    Tim, your interview with Julia Curlee was incredible. A master class in showing empathy and compassion. I love your podcast. As a liberal Democrat, I’ve committed myself to getting outside my media bubble and The Bulwark Daily is one way I can get a broad perspective from those who’ve been on the “other side”. And who knew I could agree with Bill Kristol 95% of the time these days?!

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    Jason O’B
    United States19 days ago
  • How dare you make me tear up over Pence?

    Should’ve been a trigger warning!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrShowoff.
    United States19 days ago
  • Tom and Tim

    👏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Che Block
    United States19 days ago
  • 2028

    Trump, MAGA and the SCOTUS have made the office of POTUS so powerful, that of a King, that there is no way the likes of MAGA will in the future turnover that power to the Dems without a bloodbath.

    To peacefully turnover that kind of power would give the Dems the same power, which runs counter to MAGA's fascist ideology and tactics, as well as past experiences. .

    To believe the Dems will inherit this newly found power is the height of childish naivety, and only a Dem’s mind could enterta... more

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    Prometheus---
    United States21 days ago
  • Consistent Listener

    Waiting for all y'all to catch up with Chapo, Hasan, TrueAnon, Know Your Enemy. Wake up!!! Kinzinger? Frum? Longwell? Kristol? They are why we are in this mess. Tim.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Guy Gallo
    United States24 days ago

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Engaging guests and strong host presence; debates feel well-informed rather than partisan.
Insightful, deterministic political analysis from a reality-based perspective.
Listeners appreciate nuanced takes on policy, elections, and media narratives.
Some comments indicate strong fan engagement with critiques of mainstream political narratives.
A few reviews express frustration with paywalls and ad-read segments, but overall sentiment remains favorable.

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Talking Points

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Bill Kristol: Keep Up the Pressure, Dems
Q: How should Democrats respond to foreign policy missteps?
They are urged to keep up the pressure, use targeted messaging in key states, and avoid retreating into a defensive posture that would cede influence to opponents on national security issues.
Bill Kristol: Keep Up the Pressure, Dems
Q: What is the state of play with Iran and the Strait of Hormuz?
The panel notes a recent exchange of fire and a complex sequence of claimed openings and bombings, arguing that US actions and statements are part of a broader, unstable pattern that complicates peace and deterrence.
Julia Curlee and Errin Haines: Cowards Are Running This Country
Q: How did your experience with Pence shape your views on public service and inclusion in government?
briefing Pence daily and being affirmed by him for staying in the role showed me that leadership can acknowledge and value diverse identities, which reinforced the importance of serving with integrity and courage even when the political environment is hostile.
Julia Curlee and Errin Haines: Cowards Are Running This Country
Q: What was your role as the Director for Intelligence Programs and how did the transition affect you personally?
It involved overseeing access to intelligence for the White House, coordinating with the 15 intelligence agencies, and ensuring sensitive programs were implemented, all while managing a chaotic turnover during the transition and trying to keep the interagency functioning.
George Conway: For Trump, Harp Strikes a Chord
Q: What purpose do you think Natalie Harp serves for Trump?
Conway suggests she serves as the president's enabler, sustaining his fantasy world and helping manage his psyche, which in turn reinforces his narrative and bargaining power.

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A weekday political analysis show anchored by a center-right host who offers clear liberal-democracy defense, sharp policy takes, and long-form interviews with prominent guests. Episodes trend toward deep dives on U.S. politics, foreign policy, elections, and media narratives, often featuring guests who provide strategic or policy-focused perspectives. Notable strengths include a reality-based lens, candid discussions about party dynamics, and accessible storytelling that blends rigorous analysis with conversational banter. The format is conducive to listeners who want informed takes, policy context, and occasional lighter moments amid fast-moving political news.

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