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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 ad-free version of the show delivered right to their favorite podcast player.
Susan Glasser, a veteran political journalist, joins Tim Miller to dissect Trump's political strategy and recent controversies. The episode opens with Trump's pivot to anti-Muslim rhetoric as a way to consolidate white male voters—described as reviving one of his "old favorites" from the birther conspiracy era.…
Worth it if you're a Bulwark subscriber or anti-Trump partisan seeking reinforcement of critical perspectives on Trump's political tactics and corruption allegations.
Tim Miller interviews Angie Nixon, Florida's Democratic Senate nominee, in this 56-minute episode focused on her campaign message and political positioning. Nixon frames the central issue as average Americans living in the dreams of oligarchs rather than their own, positioning her campaign around helping all…
Worth it if you're a progressive voter interested in Nixon's Senate campaign or a Bulwark listener who appreciates Democratic-leaning political commentary.
Michael Lewis joins Tim Miller to discuss his new book 'Blockers: Rebels in the Deep State,' which examines government employees who have either survived or been pushed out during Trump's DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) initiative. Lewis argues that despite Trump's strategy of destroying trust in government…
Worth it if you're interested in Michael Lewis's perspective on government dysfunction and want an optimistic counternarrative to anti-government sentiment, or if you follow The Bulwark's political analysis.
Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller for this October 2026 episode of The Bulwark Daily, which frames Trump's political strategy around scapegoating and blame-shifting. The hosts argue that despite Trump's rhetorical focus on enemies, his administration faces mounting crises on his watch: a war-related global food crisis,…
Worth it if you're a committed Bulwark listener who shares the outlet's center-right anti-Trump perspective and want Bill Kristol's take on current political strategy and candidate alternatives.
Tim Miller hosts Tommy Vietor for a wide-ranging political commentary episode covering multiple Trump administration controversies and policy concerns. The episode opens with speculation about Trump's physical health, including observations about his gait and apparent use of a brace, framed through viral video clips.…
Worth it if you're a committed Bulwark listener who enjoys Tim Miller's commentary style and want a quick rundown of anti-Trump talking points, but not if you seek balanced analysis or substantive investigation.
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The Bulwark Daily episode features hosts Tim Miller, Josh Barro, and Jonathan V. Last discussing economic frustrations under the Trump administration and governance concerns. The episode opens with a lighter note about accountability in Washington, referencing a staff member's career troubles following a basketball…
Worth it if you're a politically engaged listener interested in center-right critiques of the Trump administration's economic policy and governance style.
The Bulwark Daily brings together its signature 'Trio' (Sam Stein, Will Sommer, and Tim Miller) for a special episode alongside guest Maria Comella, a former Chris Christie aide. The episode covers several developing stories from the MAGA political landscape. Tim and Maria discuss Eric Schmitt and what they…
Worth it if you're a regular Bulwark listener who enjoys the Trio's dynamic and want their take on current MAGA-related political developments and media criticism.
The Bulwark Daily episode features host Tim Miller in conversation with Amanda Carpenter and Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, focusing on two interconnected authoritarian projects: Trump's domestic efforts to undermine electoral integrity and Putin's ongoing war in Ukraine. The episode opens with…
Worth it if you follow U.S. politics closely, want analysis of Trump's legal exposure, or are interested in firsthand accounts of Putin's Russia from a credible journalist.
Bill Kristol and Democratic strategist Patrick Gaspard join Tim Miller for a 57-minute episode centered on alleged illegality and misconduct by the Trump administration. The title's inflammatory language frames the episode's core complaint: that the Trump administration misused taxpayer funds to run campaign ads…
Worth it if you're already a Bulwark reader seeking reinforcement of anti-Trump views and want to learn about endorsed midterm candidates and Springfield immigration fundraising.
Alex Wagner joins Tim Miller on The Bulwark Daily to discuss several interconnected threats to American democracy and national security. The episode opens with criticism of Trump's state dinner hosting, framed as problematic given alleged coordination between China and Iran against U.S. interests—specifically China…
Worth it if you're a Bulwark reader already aligned with its anti-Trump perspective and want weekend political discussion with personality.
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The Bulwark Daily episode features host Tim Miller in conversation with political analyst Sam Stein and Alaska Representative Mary Peltola. The episode opens with Stein and Miller discussing recent Trump administration controversies, including a state visit for Chinese President Xi that they frame as a "humiliation"…
Worth it if you're a Democratic voter interested in Alaska's midterm race and want critical takes on Trump administration foreign policy, but skip it if you prefer balanced political analysis.
Tim Miller hosts Sarah Matthews (former Trump White House official turned critic) and Jason Horowitz (New York Times reporter and author of "The Italian Job") for a wide-ranging discussion on authoritarianism, media manipulation, and the Trump administration's recent moves against press freedom. The episode opens with…
Worth it if you're concerned about press freedom, interested in how authoritarianism operates across democracies, or want insider perspective from former Trump officials now critical of the administration.
Stuart Stevens, a Republican strategist and frequent Bulwark contributor, joins Tim Miller for a 56-minute episode focused on the state of the Republican Party heading into what appears to be a competitive election cycle. The episode's central claim—that Republicans are in a defensive posture—is explored through…
Worth it if you're already a Bulwark listener seeking Democratic-aligned political commentary and don't require balanced presentation or deep investigative sourcing.
Andrew Egger sits in for Bill Kristol on this Monday episode of The Bulwark Daily, joining host Tim Miller to discuss Trump administration developments. The episode opens with Trump's escalating military actions in the Middle East, framed as a sign of desperation and weakness rather than strength. The hosts argue the…
Worth it if you're a Bulwark regular who enjoys sharp left-leaning political critique of Trump administration decisions and don't mind opinion-driven analysis over hard reporting.
Tim Miller interviews Anne Applebaum, a prominent historian and Atlantic contributor, to discuss what the show frames as a coordinated pattern of corruption and informal power-grabbing across the Trump administration's second term. The episode's central thesis, drawn from Applebaum's Atlantic cover story "Empire of…
Worth it if you're concerned about Trump administration foreign policy, want Applebaum's analysis of institutional erosion, or follow The Bulwark's center-right critique of the current administration.
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