
Sarah Longwell, Tim Miller, and Jonathan V. Last bring their signature political insight and banter to the masses in The Next Level podcast. Tune in to hear them discuss the news of the week, break down campaigns and elections, and wade into pop culture feuds. www.thebulwark.com
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 308 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Sarah Longwell, JVL, and Tim Miller take on the explosive Epstein emails tying Trump to victims, the shutdown fight and ACA fallout, and the MAGA civil war erupting around Tucker Carlson, Ben Shapiro, Candace Owens, and Nick Fuentes.
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JVL is half-delirious from the shingles vaccine and Sarah Longwell is dragging him through one of the wildest weeks in politics. From massive Democratic wins to Jeff Flake’s fantasy-land op-ed, Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar ego trip, and the jaw-droppi... more
In the first major set of elections of Donald Trump’s second term, voters deliver a rebuke to Trumpism. Democrats win gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia, and Zohran Mamdani wins the mayoral race in New York City after Trump endorses Andre... more
JVL and Sarah talk about Socialism, Jersey, Virginia, MTG, and the Heritage Foundation’s panic that someone might think they don’t approve of white nationalist Nick Fuentes.
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In this part of my life I think and feel like I’m lookin for love in all the right places. I ended up in tears at the end of your conversation you let us all in on bc I felt so much love. Politics and love ? It’s possible! Thank you Bulwark, one and all.
I thank you for helping me survive the current administration. I am an anti-Trump living smack in the middle of a red state. I do look forward to “The Next Level” every week. Thank you for increasing your visibility through the other “bulwark” outlets. I’ll keep watching and listening.
Thank u Sarah for saying that people do stupid things when they’re young I personally don’t care for tattoos. But get real. Millions of people have them. Plus. Skull and cross bones tattoos? Anyone ever heard of the Grateful Dead? Skeleton in the closet? One last comment. I’m with you JVL. Tearing down the East Wing! Breaks my heart u all are my sanity check. Thank you
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A trio of hosts engages listeners with witty commentary on the latest political current events and cultural dynamics, blending serious analysis with humor. Recurring themes include the impacts of Donald Trump's presidency, various controversies within the Republican Party, and broader societal issues tied to recent political maneuvers. They often use real-life anecdotes and lively discussions to examine the implications of current elections and pressing political trends, reflecting a mix of frustration and hope regarding the future of American democracy. Notably, the hosts emphasize the complexities of navigating political identity and public sentiment amid a polarized landscape.
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2. AB Stoddard
3. Dean Phillips
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6. David Wallace-Wells
7. Julie K. Brown
8. George Conway
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