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.

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  • 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.
  • JudyECFL
    Listening to you
    Tim Miller is peaking at exactly the right time. Sail on Brother! Keep your stride.
  • Prometheus---
    Great podcast
    “Why should we want power?” O’Brien asks Winston. “You are ruling over us for our own good” is Winston’s answer. O’Brien pulls the lever on the torture machine. “That was stupid, Winston, stupid!” he says. “You should know better than to say a thing like that.” He will tell him the correct answer, O’Brien says. “It is this. The Party seeks power entirely for its own sake. We are not interested in the good of others; we are interested solely in power … We are different from all the oligarchies of the past, in that we know what we are doing … We know that no one ever seizes power with the intention of relinquishing it. Power is not a means, it is an end. One does not establish a dictatorship in order to safeguard a revolution; one makes the revolution in order to establish the dictatorship. The object of persecution is persecution. The object of torture is torture. The object of power is power.” Orwell 1984
  • pataphysician
    Worthy podcast
    Rather than stress the high quality of this podcast’s analysis I propose an awful scenario: they won’t try to bring people back because that would reveal they’re no longer alive. Better to own being a pack of pricks than accomplices after the fact.
  • Glacier1975
    It is still all a lie
    This group of talking heads is a group that has never been on the winning side. They are - much like the Republican talking heads - here for the grift. When both the democrats -see Chris Whipple book- amd the Trump kingdom are lying about pretty much all things… reference the title above. Waste of my time. And yours.
  • 80221
    Thanks…
    …for playing ‘Sun City’
  • Buhnanie
    April 11 David Frum episode
    Great interview with David Frum. I think the reason Trump is just an agitator is his desperate neediness for constant attention (and his personal worship of wealth). He could never recognize or appreciate the cooperative intricacy of the global (worldwide) supply chain because it means the world is made up of many contributors and many heroes, and he doesn’t want anyone but himself to be counted (unless all of those others express worship of him). His consummate need and greed to be the only victor has long made it clear he should never be the leader of any FREE country, certainly not ours. Our founders imagined US leaders of extra large courage, intelligence, patience, and morality and he doesn’t qualify.
  • bluevoter
    Catherine Rambell
    Terrible take on Trump voters Were they not alive during the pandemic? For starters. No sympathy for twice stupid. I’ll skip this show
  • Jenny Two-Shoes
    Catherine Rampell? Yes, Please.
    Wow, I loved listening to Catherine Rampell with Tim. She is a joy to listen to and I hope we get to hear from her regularly. Obviously to be a listener means that I also adore Tim and his pearls of wisdom (and pearls of necklace.) Not to mention that Sam Stein is quick witted, thoughtful and eloquently conveys intelligent views. Thank you guys!
  • Open table Grandmama
    Podcast 4/08/25
    Condescending comments do not bridge divides. I look forward and listen to this podcast daily. But, Tim’s condescending comments about people who enjoy and participate in playing board games and strategy games really bothered me. Talk about elitist and condescending,Tim, please… you and your podcast are usually much better than those comments.
  • jkbrks
    Migrant sweep
    These people were sold to El Salvador for $600,000,000 with a no return policy.
  • KHASL
    Tim Miller’s takes
    Some of Tim Miller’s hot takes have no grounding in reality. No Democratic politicians are speaking out? (Warren, Bernie, Murphy, AOC, etc?) Saying the media wrongly shamed Armie Hammer? Please read the many accounts from women before you casually dismiss their claims. Seems the goal is to be provocative which I guess is the world we live in but does it have to be?
  • Listenedforawhilenow
    One problem
    I love all of the podcasters and admire their work, values and courage so much. However Sam Stein comes across as a hack and a dilettante. He needs to learn more about the topics and speak with more humility and curiosity. This is not a late-night show on the couch. Sam phones it in and he needs to work harder. Whenever he is in an episode I can’t even listen to it.
  • Golfingal72
    DOGE savings and tariffs are meant to pay for the tax cuts that Trump wants to give to the rich
    You need to keep making the connection that Trump wants to cut taxes for the rich and to pay for that he’s gonna say that he saved money from DOGE and tariffs which can pay for the tax cuts. Don’t lose sight of his poor intention.
  • makeupmyname
    Cut the passive aggression.
    It’s really annoying when the host(s) insist on letting their anti-Democrat vibe seep into the discussion at any chance possible. Before Miller and Stein could give an ounce of credit for Cory Booker’s record-breaking speech (you try standing and speaking for 24 hours), they first of course had to make pee jokes. Ugh. Enough of the “bro” lower common denominator pettiness.
  • CherrySpringer
    Becoming Transphobic
    Interesting…….. Apple seems to be pushing these episodes out late………… time to trade in my iPhone. Hey Tim Apple, release my podcasts.
  • azannah11
    Good honest information
    I feel like I get good honest information listening to Sara and Tim and all the others. I always hated politics, but they’ve got me interested
  • OkcOrlando
    Best Podcast
    Best podcast on Apple right now. Really enjoy the Bulwork content. Would like to seem them to a quick daily News style show in the future.
  • Miss Goat
    It’s the Music
    I love everything about The Bulwark. It’s the music that I love the most. You have excellent taste.
  • Chuck of Durham
    My ode to Elise
    A Classified Signal came to one named Stefanik: “We’ve sent the two Vances on a mission Greenlandic! Their main roles way up there are near-messianic: To change the big subject from SignalGate-tanic, Where pressure to fire Hegseth is almost volcanic. So Elise, you must Listen — because we’re now in Panic . . . In the House you have been a most faithful mechanic, Now you’ll save Our SecDef from the forces Satanic!”
  • Guy Gallo
    Amanda Carpenter
    is dumb
  • G.P. mb
    Bulwark has been a go to since Jan 20th
    I am a regular listener now, I dig your post-repub (?) left leaning contrarian perspective even if I'm a Bernie lefty contrarian. I also need your outrage over people getting kidnapped off the street with no notice or due process and your exhausted frustration is an island from the absurdism of capitulation. Amanda Carpenter was a little too regime apologist for my taste, but whatever, all ports in a storm. And yes from an ep earlier this week-I feel guilty and confused about anything good happening at the same time as this nightmare we're living too.
  • Lee Esq
    Greenland
    Greenlanders to the US: Make America Go Away
  • LucyAus33
    Please try to be a little more encouraging
    There are people protesting! I think it would be helpful to highlight this. You very jadedly mentioned the protests on April 5th, but I know a ton of people who are planning to do this. If mass mobilization is what you want then please please help encourage it!
  • Eilah Wood
    Love the show
    But why were the April 5 hands off protests barely mentioned as an afterthought with Lovett? All the talk about how we need to be in streets but little support for those who are.
  • crownjewel602
    Tim & Sam
    I tune in daily for up to date honest info on current politics. It’s nice to have some normal coverage that isn’t full of lies. Thanks guys for the good work you do!
  • Valued Pod Listener
    New fan of Jon Lovett
    I’m bummed that I missed the emo cast after the election that you had with Jon! I had to go back and listen to it after hearing you reference the crying today. I wish I had tuned in to your show for some company cos I really needed to commiserate with others who were devastated as well. You both expressed my feelings exactly. I was also mourning my ideals of what I thought America and American’s (family and friend’s included) stood for, and I am shocked by the normalization and acceptance of the worst parts of humanity. I appreciate the honesty and vulnerability both Tim and Jon shared with us viewers then and now, and I’ll be looking for their commentary FIRST from here on out. Thank you for stopping the news for a bit just to feel and shake off the deep sadness and disgust of this moment we find ourselves in. I’d like to hear these two in conversation of the heart more often, please. We need it more than ever.
  • 2greatrsns
    My Favorite Political Podcast
    Thank you Bulwark team for keeping us updated on all of the current political news. You’re all a really great combination of intelligent and funny. You have quickly risen in the ranks to become my favorite podcast!
  • Concerned in Philadelphia
    Thank you so much!
    Loved the interviews in the Wes Moore and Michael Lewis podcasts. The perspectives of people with such different life experiences are the strength of democracy. Tim Miller is extending public horizons and showing us where to look for hope in these difficult times. You do good work.
  • MareJLW
    Good common sense
    I enjoy listening to this podcast to get the rest of the news critical to understand today’s crazy Trump regime
  • MeeshKing
    60+ fan girl
    Even though Tim gives shade to his 60+ female followers (lol), I’m still a giant fan girl!!! With his humility, temperament, snarky humor, etc., it brings a welcomed respite to my day, all while hearing about the twisted state of the world.
  • BlueAtlantis
    Quality show
    This podcast is a great mix of informative journalism, analysis, and some nice breaks of levity. When you listen to a lot of political podcast it’s nice to be able to smile every now and then. Keep up the great work!
  • Jargonwise
    Too many ads
    I love your Podcast and the guests you interview, but I don’t like the number of ads that appear on each show. Also, I don’t like how they break unannounced into your discussions. It totally disrupts the flow of the conversation.
  • Tarzjani
    Jeff Goldberg interview
    I think it’s time to play with same rule with these guys. Put out everything and show them what kind of loser they are. Everyone complains about them but turn around and capitulate
  • Dothedance
    JV Hour
    While I enjoy tuning in to The Bulwark, the fact that it’s been this many years and they still struggle to get the podcast out at a reliable time day-to-day is disappointing. The Bulwark strives to be a journalist outlet for so many Americans, yet they can’t match their peers who reliably get their podcasts out day over day. Get it together Tim.
  • To T or not to Tee
    Consistently a Fantastic podcast!
    Tim Miller is remarkable. Balanced, reasonable, & exploring topics from a variety of perspectives. He behaves as a good human being. Insightful guests. Love this podcast. Thanks Tim & team who make this podcast possible.
  • Elizabarh Bennett
    Best Political Pod Ever
    The pod is always packed with up to date, excellent information. I never need to watch the news and hear the voice of he who shall not be named. Thank you. The episode with Michael Lewis was relaxed and brilliant, somehow optimistic in these sad times. Nice to know I am not alone in loving all of the wonderful things the government does (did).
  • IMJCK
    Tim for 28
    Tim thank you for fighting on behalf of love and truth. America is so very fortunate to have your voice. Keep speaking truth to power. Due process is what makes America AMERICA.
  • librarianscott
    Quality going down
    Now that they put a new podcast every ten minutes, the quality is going down, down, down. Especially when Tim is joined by Cam and other efforts to get the young folks sound worse than the worst TikTok video. I hope the Democrats don’t go down this route or they will turn off the voters.
  • DeLuca1974
    Another old lady who loves Tim
    Tim, please bring the Bulwark to Raleigh-Durham! Thank you for bringing Sarah Vowell on. I’ve been wondering/worrying about her since 2016 and it was delightful to hear from her.
  • TS3370
    Brilliant host, fantastic interviews
    Recently discovered and so grateful for this incredibly informative, intelligent and honest podcast. Phenomenal journalism and reporting. Tim Miller, I could listen to you all day long. Thank you for the work you are doing. I want to work for you! Power to the people, fight with strength and force, and hoping democracy prevails.. This is a must listen!
  • Moon421972
    Wes Moore
    What a breath of fresh air. Real talk and acknowledgment of errors is sorely needed
  • golgikanji
    Wes Moore
    I thought Wes Moore sounded like Senator Claghorn-tired and cliched phrasing, overly enthused. Why don't politicians just talk like normal people (but smarter)?
  • STex4
    Great interview!
    Loved the interview with Wes Moore! Appreciate all of the very necessary content you’re bringing.
  • danettemarie6
    Keeps me sane
    Love your guests and analysis. Keeps me sane amid the madness.
  • Shane1890
    Thoughtful, accessible analysis
    A go-to for unique insights and deep expertise on current events, politics, and policy. They cover serious issues without taking themselves too seriously.
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