The Bulwark Podcast

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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.

Recent Episodes
  • S2 Ep1044: Peter Hamby: All in Service of Kissing Trump's Ass
    May 16, 2025 – 01:26:38
  • S2 Ep1043: Michael Weiss: All Bribes Accepted
    May 15, 2025 – 52:04
  • S2 Ep1042: Leah Litman and Andrew Egger: Grievance All the Way Down
    May 14, 2025 – 01:05:39
  • S2 Ep1041: Justin Wolfers: Trump's Centrally Planned Economy
    May 13, 2025 – 56:11
  • S2 Ep1040: Bill Kristol: A Golden 747 from Hamas's Sugar Daddy
    May 12, 2025 – 55:23
  • S2 Ep1039: Amanda Carpenter: MAGA's Bad Week
    May 9, 2025 – 59:29
  • S2 Ep1038: Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin: The Power of 'No'
    May 8, 2025 – 51:02
  • S2 Ep1037: Katie Phang and Greg Casar: Trump & Co Are the Real Flag Burners
    May 7, 2025 – 57:34
  • S2 Ep1036: Jonathan V. Last: An Economic Tsunami Is Coming
    May 6, 2025 – 01:11:50
  • S2 Ep1035: Bill Kristol: A Reckless, Tin-Pot President
    May 5, 2025 – 49:19
  • S2 Ep1034: Derek Thompson: Trump's War on Dolls
    May 2, 2025 – 01:05:19
  • S2 Ep1033: Tom Nichols: The Hollow Opportunists
    May 1, 2025 – 50:12
  • S2 Ep1032: Tony Blinken: America Alone
    Apr 30, 2025 – 01:01:05
  • S2 Ep1031: Joe Weisenthal: Everything Screams Recession
    Apr 29, 2025 – 52:49
  • S2 Ep1030: Bill Kristol: Creepy and Wrong
    Apr 28, 2025 – 49:46
  • S2 Ep1029: Beto O'Rourke: Never Lose Hope
    Apr 25, 2025 – 01:00:12
  • S2 Ep1028: Cory Booker: A National Crisis and a Global Crisis
    Apr 24, 2025 – 52:41
  • S2 Ep1027: Jonathan Rauch: Focus On the Corruption
    Apr 23, 2025 – 57:12
  • S2 Ep1026: Michael Steele: Your Voice Matters
    Apr 22, 2025 – 01:00:00
  • S2 Ep1025: Bill Kristol: Hegseth Keeps Proving his Unfitness
    Apr 21, 2025 – 52:16
  • S2 Ep1024: Anne Applebaum: Everything Is a Game to Trump
    Apr 18, 2025 – 48:32
  • S2 Ep1023: Ben Wittes: Sorry, We Still Have Due Process
    Apr 17, 2025 – 56:52
  • S2 Ep1022: Stephanie Ruhle: Only Trump Is Happy
    Apr 16, 2025 – 50:37
  • S2 Ep1021: Josh Barro: Total Idiocy
    Apr 15, 2025 – 01:13:04
  • S2 Ep1020: Bill Kristol: Staring Down the Barrel
    Apr 14, 2025 – 46:19
  • S2 Ep1019: David Frum: It's Too Late to Stop the Pain
    Apr 11, 2025 – 51:44
  • S2 Ep1018: Andrew Weissmann and Patrick Gaspard: Naked Corruption
    Apr 10, 2025 – 01:19:08
  • S2 Ep1017: Catherine Rampell: Trump's Tariffmageddon
    Apr 9, 2025 – 01:20:09
  • S2 Ep1016: Jonathan Cohn and Mark Lilla: Lobotomizing America
    Apr 8, 2025 – 01:07:18
  • S2 Ep1015: Bill Kristol: The High Cost of Stupidity
    Apr 7, 2025 – 56:59
  • S2 Ep1014: Adam Kinzinger: Mortal Damage to the American Empire
    Apr 4, 2025 – 53:21
  • S2 Ep1013: Mallory McMorrow and Tracy Alloway: A Self-Inflicted Crisis
    Apr 3, 2025 – 01:04:55
  • S2 Ep1012: Sam Stein: Elon Is Toxic
    Apr 2, 2025 – 54:37
  • S2 Ep1011: Susan Rice: This Is Bloody Serious
    Apr 1, 2025 – 01:06:12
  • S2 Ep1010: Bill Kristol: Stiffen Your Spines, Democrats
    Mar 31, 2025 – 47:05
  • S2 Ep1009: Amanda Carpenter: Daddy? No, Manny Trump
    Mar 28, 2025 – 58:52
  • S2 Ep1008: Jon Lovett: A Worst Case Scenario Comes Into View
    Mar 27, 2025 – 01:00:56
  • S2 Ep1008: Michael Weiss, Ben Smith, and Annie Karni: Radioactively Stupid
    Mar 26, 2025 – 58:55
  • S2 Ep1007: Jeffrey Goldberg and Peter Wehner: What's Going on with Our National Security?
    Mar 25, 2025 – 58:47
  • S2 Ep1006: Live from Phoenix
    Mar 24, 2025 – 40:20
  • S2 Ep1005: Michael Lewis: Government Workers Aren't the Corrupt Ones
    Mar 21, 2025 – 01:00:46
  • S2 Ep1004: Wes Moore: The System Doesn't Work for a Lot of People
    Mar 20, 2025 – 49:17
  • S2 Ep1003: Ben Wittes: Putin Makes A Fool of Trump, Again
    Mar 19, 2025 – 55:57
  • S2 Ep1002: Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov: The Cheap Whore at the White House
    Mar 18, 2025 – 01:02:10
  • S2 Ep1001: Bill Kristol: Give Back the Statue of Liberty
    Mar 17, 2025 – 51:35
  • S2 Ep1000: David French: Trump Admits He's Violating the Constitution
    Mar 14, 2025 – 01:06:01
  • S2 Ep999: Sam Stein: How Do You Negotiate with Nihilists?
    Mar 13, 2025 – 01:09:14
  • Mark Hertling: Aiding and Abetting a War Criminal
    Mar 12, 2025 – 51:08
  • Will Sommer: Across the MAGA-Verse
    Mar 11, 2025 – 01:01:47
  • S.E. Cupp: The Outrage Is the Point
    Mar 10, 2025 – 55:06
Recent Reviews
  • me ahimsa
    How it all can
    Yes, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) — along with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) — has expanded powers within 100 miles of any U.S. international border, which includes both land and coastal borders. Here’s a breakdown: ✅ The 100-Mile Border Zone: • The “100-mile zone” refers to an area within 100 miles of any U.S. land or sea border. • This includes: • The Canadian and Mexican borders • The Atlantic and Pacific coasts • The Gulf Coast • Within this zone, CBP (part of the Department of Homeland Security, like ICE) has expanded authority to: • Conduct immigration checks • Set up checkpoints • Conduct certain searches without a warrant or probable cause in specific circumstances (e.g. of vehicles) 👮 ICE vs. CBP Jurisdiction: • CBP (Customs and Border Protection) operates in this 100-mile zone and focuses on border security and immigration enforcement. • ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) generally operates nationwide, not just within the 100-mile zone, but its activity may increase near the border due to coordination with CBP. 🚫 Constitutional Protections: • Even within the 100-mile zone, constitutional rights still apply. • The Fourth Amendment still protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. • However, the courts have granted CBP more leeway in this area, especially concerning vehicle stops and searches at ports of entry (including airports and border crossings). ⚠️ Key Implication: • Roughly two-thirds of the U.S. population lives within this 100-mile zone, meaning millions of people are affected by this policy. • Major cities like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Boston are all within it.
  • AshleySt0ne
    Thank you for changing the intro song!!
    Love this podcast - great guests and good conversation. Look forward to hearing the song you pick for the end of each episode.
  • Che Block
    Justin Wolfers
    Congratulations Tim for not interrupting much Interesting and informative BTW China bought Jaguar about 10 years ago
  • 11122998877
    A harsh dose of reality
    In depth discussions of the days’s happenings, no punches pulled. I hope it stays that way, The Bulwark is one of the few shining beacons of truth in this age of misinformation.
  • Geoff Bee
    Meeeeeeh
    I’ve listened to this podcast for awhile now and it does offer many valid criticisms of Trump which isnt tough but keep in mind it does seem they (Tim Miller) are still trickle down Regan repubs. The last episode titled “Hamas sugar daddies” was the last straw for me. I didnt listen to the episode but yea go ahead with bagging Trump but nothing about an unabashed, out of control government who we ( Regressives and Dems alike) are sending the tools of destruction to. Also if your so outraged why dont you offer some fixes like who to contact and what to do. The more I listen it seems like this is performative politics for clicks. We can access this news easily, come at us with more than pearl clutching Tim.
  • jjhop i
    Love the podcast but…
    Please change the intro theme. I do not like this new one.
  • Murphy Tim
    Bill kristol
    I listened to a YouTube of bill kristol and John Bolton and was reminded of why in a democrat and how much I really hate republicans . Anyway couldn’t comment there so I figured I’d comment here . Keep up the good work everyone. . Go Birds
  • Prometheus---
    Great podcast
    Since we have a trade surplus with the UK, according to Trump logic we are ripping off the Brits??
  • Taralainee
    Tim is awesome
    Loving the new intro music, also the show is pretty valuable info too. Great guests and hard hitting questions.
  • Green Aurora
    My lifeline!
    Tim helps keep me grounded, I really appreciate this podcast, it’s straight talk on the current state of the US, delivered with snark. Loved the recent episode with JVL, now I’ll have to get that “JVL is always right” T shirt
  • NorCalbirder
    Best Podcast
    I ❤️ JVL!!!
  • Maman d’Henri
    Pay attention to who your advertisers are
    I really like this podcast and listen to it M-F. But recently I’ve been put off by an ad sponsored by Noem and Homeland Security talking about all the immigrant criminals the DHS is rounding up. Do you have a choice of where your ads come from? Just curious. Still love the podcast.
  • oldasshousewife
    Katie Fang
    Sorry was not a fan . Otherwise great podcast
  • JenStamm
    The BEST
    Tim, you’re my hero! Thank you for continuing to say what so many people are afraid to say and for giving us listeners 30-60 minutes of respite, 5-7 days of the week.
  • BuffyRika
    Why were there deportation ads on your podcast?
    Why were there deportation ads on your podcast?
  • AJW812
    Go off JVL
    I hope you’re just as salty in Chicago later this month
  • Walks talks and sews
    Tim & JVL
    Love
  • Neely97
    May 6 w/ JVL
    Tim speaks to my soul on all levels. I love how he doesn’t shy away from real questions and real answers. And this episode with JVL was definitely the Goldilocks just enough moment. I laughed until I cried - at work in a very Trumpy world, and I don’t even care what everybody thinks. I love that Tim comments on current sports games, too. He’s totally relatable and snarky without being hateful. Love the show.
  • papanaq
    I felt like I would puke
    I have been listening to the show since day one. I have found much comfort in the words of Charlie and now Tim. Listening to show with JVL: Economic Tsunami is Coming I had so much anxiety I wanted to throw up. We cannot be the boiling frogs. No one is coming to save us. No one is immune to these outcomes. We are responsible! In an age of instant contact we need to be able to come together. I really am feeling like I am going to lose it but want to create something better instead. I am involved in a couple of initiatives but need to do more. If this episode didn’t make you hit the panic button what more is it going to take? The clock is ticking very quickly…
  • Euripides0314
    JVL
    Love JVL
  • FSLC86
    Tim Miller is awesome
    Thank you for this podcast. Insightful and nuanced takes.
  • KamRafMc
    Combine podcasts under one feed
    Please combine all your podcasts under one feed so that you’re at the top of the charts and more people find your important message!
  • Guy Gallo
    Bill Kristol's Voice
    is insane
  • klj5320
    S.O.S.
    The DNC needs a motto to focus on Corruption and Kitchen Table. They should put SOS on hates: save our soul, save our State, save our…. America is under assault and sending out the sOS. Is necessary! Tim does a great SOS podcast.
  • Юлона
    Neocon is in the shadow
    From the left side, it’s still lingering with neocon elements from the liberal which is outdated and needs to transformed into something more tangible and manageable. Old days are not coming back, time to move on.
  • kikiof50
    Tim is the real deal
    He speaks without fear. You have no idea how comforting that is. ❤️
  • CaliforniaLinda
    This show keeps me sane.
    I love Tim's no b.s. approach.
  • spencerlennard
    Fantastic interview
    Tom Nichols is sooooo great!
  • Dr.NSP
    Truth telling Tim Rocks!
    I think Tim Miller is my new favorite person! I have a lot of respect for recovered republicans who can see the flaws in all parties & choose to stand on the side of HUMANITY, FACTS, EQUALITY, & CALLING THE GOP what it really is now… a FAR RIGHT EXTREMIST FASCIST AUTHORITARIANISM DICTATORSHIP REGIME! And Tim lives his life authentically, which I highly admire & respect!🙏🏼
  • the famousitalian
    Straight talk
    Smart guests that elevate their listeners. Listen every day now that I found them
  • Beauuuui
    Not bad
    Tim is a pretty smart guy and I agree with him on most things. I wish he would take some vocal coaching classes. He has an annoying nervous laugh syndrome. He can barely get two sentences out without the nervous laughter. A frequent guest Bill Kristol has the same affliction. When they both are on together, it’s a nervous laugh Palooza. Guys your show would be a lot more entertaining if you would take care of this speech quirk.
  • TeresaShell
    Love
    Tim Miller always stands on the side of democracy. He brings the conversation and interviews that we need. These are horrific difficult times & we need ppl speaking the truth. We need for ppl to understand what is really happening. Tim Miller does a great job doing it. He brings facts and truth. He will also let you know what we can do during these times.
  • NellieV
    One of my favorite podcasts
    LOVE ya’ll. You keep me informed, somewhat sane, and laughing. So much respect for being Never Trumpers.
  • swarthmore alpha wolf
    Beto O’Rourke
    I could have used a lot less f-bombs.
  • Belmont5565
    Cory Booker
    Tim did a great job but too bad Cory didn’t answer any questions. He needs to do more and talk less.(Cory not Tim) This interview proved that the democrats are not equipped to meet the moment. Talking about the past and no answers about the future. I listen to Tim everyday but had to turn it off.
  • Mazatlan Karen's
    Bulwark
    Great host. Stay strong and Keep up the good work.
  • Pablo Puppy
    Cory Booker
    Omg. I want the Senior Senator from NJ to run for President so much. Dude from the Ironbound has the chops, the ideas, the compassion. Best episode.
  • A UK fan
    Ukraine abandonment
    You are all disgraceful
  • OnTelephone
    Yes!!
    Love the guys and gals of the Bulwark pod network.
  • Mint tea
    Love the music at the end
    I have listened to many political news podcasts and I like the sober insights with some humor. The guests are outstanding. But I want to give special kudos to whoever who chooses the song at the end. It is always fitting. Sometimes it makes me smile. Sometimes it makes me tear up. Sometimes it makes me laugh out loud on the connection to the episode.
  • Holly 🌻
    Great convos and music
    Always great conversations, balanced and thoughtful, which as an ex-Christian/conservative never-republican democrat I always learn a lot from. I would love if the song at the end of each episode was listed in the show notes :)
  • RegMT2
    Jonathan Rauch
    Why Christianity? Or Judaism or Islam or…any of the large religious sects? Why not a community of people sharing life’s journeys and looking for the good in each other like Ethical Humanism? Agnostics, atheists and theists alike all welcome there.
  • Just plain done!
    Read the book first
    Great show
  • V-Spain
    Jonathan Rauch
    Yes to corruption as unifying message because now his corruption affects all of us- cutting important programs for his gain- Social Security etc. just FOCUS relentlessly!!
  • DenverNon-hiker7
    Less Michael Steele
    I generally enjoy the podcast even as a much more liberal person, but I had to stop listening to the Michael Steele episode. Too many cringe declarative statements that aren’t even logical or considered-Pete Hegseth is “even worse” than Gaetz ? The Magna Carta is your model ? The Magna Carta was historically NOT actually concerned with the “everyday man”; it argued for the rights of all free men, which at the time it was written included primarily everyone BUT the “everyday man”.
  • Agatha248
    Tim Miller
    Always love listening to Tim.
  • Suzikynn541
    Excellent
    Tim is so refreshing, authentic and insightful. If you love to The Bulwark, try “I’ve Had It” podcast too.
  • Cheesey5678
    Can we stop talking about the obvious laws Trump is breaking!
    What about solutions, what we can do, how to we impeach this cabinet! We all know it’s horrific!
  • Marcnorl
    Tim Miller - an authentic, informative personality
    I might disagree with Tim on a few items but a fan of all things bulwark and especially so him. His authenticity is a big part of that
  • letsgobills
    Can’t get enough of The Bulwark
    Have seen Tim on Deadline Whitehouse with Nicole Wallace and always enjoy his takes. Now I am a hardcore Bulwark fan. Can’t recommend this podcast enough. Give it a listen- Tim Miller, Sam Stein, Sarah Longwell and JVL are my favorites.
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