Let's Brace for 2024 Together!
The gang break down their predictions for 2024, including how the GOP primary will end, who will be Trump's VP pick, and the craziest development that could happen between now and election day.
44m Dec 28, 2023
44m
Little Steven Unplugged: Music, Politics, and Sopranos (with Steven Van Zandt)
On this special Saturday edition of TNL Sunday, Steven Van Zandt of the E Street Band joins Tim and JVL to cover everything from politics and apartheid to the '80s, the politics of the 2020s, and his ever evolving career. Get the scoop on his music journey, genre-blending tricks, and thoughts on race in the industry. Plus, he spills the beans on acting, 'The Sopranos,' and how TV shows mix wit...
49m Dec 23, 2023
49m
Monsters Behind Every Door (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Least bad options are the only options we've got. Become a Bulwark+ member to listen to the full episode: https://plus.thebulwark.com/p/what-if-good-things-happen
18m Dec 22, 2023
18m
Voters or the Courts? The Right to End Trump
Colorado's state Supreme Court has ruled Donald Trump cannot appear on the ballot in 2024. The gang discusses whether the ruling does more harm than good as America enters it's next presidential year. Plus, the gang talks Trump's recent comments on immigration, the Senate sex scandal, and the new poll from The New York Times that bodes better for President Biden than other recent indicators. T...
1hr 9m Dec 20, 2023
1hr 9m
Where Did the Empathy for Ukraine Go? (with Terrell Starr)
Terrell Starr joins Tim to discuss being a Black reporter in Ukraine, and how that impacts the way he views the Russian invasion of the country. He also delves into the current mentality of Ukrainian citizens towards the defense effort, as well as how they view the stalemate in the United States over additional funds its ally. Terrell's YouTube channel, Black Diplomats official, can be found h...
57m Dec 17, 2023
57m
What If Good Things Happen? (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
An else-worlds episode. Become a Bulwark+ member to listen to the full episode: https://plus.thebulwark.com/p/what-if-good-things-happen
19m Dec 15, 2023
19m
The GOP's Disgusting Future
The future of the GOP disgustingly hurtles towards Sen. J.D. Vance's isolationist vision, abandoning allies like Ukraine in the process. Plus, the Texas Supreme Court refuses to let a woman get an abortion, despite risks to her health. And the GOP's impeachment inquiry into President Biden can't even state the impeachable crime their investigating. Go to zbiotics.com/NEXTLEVEL (https://zbioti...
47m Dec 14, 2023
47m
The Pivotal Moment (with David Grann)
The New York Times bestselling author David Grann ("The Lost City of Z") joins Tim and JVL to discuss his time covering Sen. John McCain's presidential campaign, and how the choice of Gov. Sarah Palin paved the way for the GOP's embrace of Donald Trump. Plus, David discusses his latest book, "The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder," as well as "Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage ...
1hr 1m Dec 10, 2023
1hr 1m
Giving Permission (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Plus: Sarah has to save America. Again. Listen to the full episode by becoming a Bulwark+ subscriber here: https://plus.thebulwark.com/p/giving-permission
24m Dec 08, 2023
24m
Mike Johnson: Obstructor of Justice
The gang discuss Speaker Mike Johnson blurring the faces of Jan. 6 insurrectionists to protect them from the DOJ, while Rep. James Comer makes the GOP impeachment inquiry about a truck President Joe Biden bought his son. Plus, there's a GOP debate tonight! Is there a reason to watch? And young voters are still enthused about voting, but what about Muslim Americans? This episode is sponsored b...
55m Dec 06, 2023
55m
A Reckoning with History (with Clint Smith)
The New York Times best selling author Clint Smith joins Tim to discuss race and its history in the United States, including the false narratives many Americans have about it. They also discuss his book, "How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America," and what he hopes its readers take from it.
59m Dec 03, 2023
59m
The Doorstep of Crisis (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Also: DeSantis vs. Newsom.
25m Dec 01, 2023
25m
Based Liz Cheney Has Arrived
The gang reacts to the first reveals from Liz Cheney's new book, including some embarrassing Kevin McCarthy quotes. Meanwhile, New Hampshire governor and Republican moderate, Chris Sununu, says he'll vote for Donald Trump over Joe Biden if it comes down to it. But will his endorsement of Nikki Haley mean anything? And is Mark Cuban running for president? Go to zbiotics.com/nextlevel to get 15%...
56m Nov 30, 2023
56m
Elect a Dictator to Save Democracy? No Thanks!
The gang discusses former Rep. Peter Meijer, who voted to impeach Donald Trump over January 6, and his insane justification as to why he will vote for Trump over Joe Biden. Plus, DeSantis' campaign is starting to play the blame game, while Nikki Haley's shows (a little) signs of life.
50m Nov 23, 2023
50m
The Most Fortunate are the Least Patriotic (with Scott Galloway)
Professor Scott Galloway, host of the "Pivot" podcast, joins Tim to discuss the future of artificial intelligence, ungrateful tech leaders like Elon Musk, education inequality, and his transition into a media personality.
56m Nov 19, 2023
56m
Mom, Kari Lake Keeps Touching Me!
Tim debriefs his interview with Kari Lake, who's running to be the Senate of Arizona while attempting to put some of her craziest positions behind her. Plus, a new column gives Biden advice on how to turn his campaign around, so the gang give their own unsolicited opinions. And Donald Trump's plans for his second term are chilling, but they may be key to his defeat. Sonny Bunch joins Tim and ...
52m Nov 15, 2023
52m
On the Home Front (with Brianna Keilar)
For a special Veteran's Day weekend TNL Sunday, Tim interviews CNN's Brianna Keilar, whose husband is a Green Beret. They discuss what it's like to be in a military family, the current partisan political divides within the institution, and much more. Plus, Brianna talks about what it's like to cover Donald Trump post-presidency and how she decides what stories about the aspiring authoritarian ...
1hr Nov 12, 2023
1hr
St. Joe's Heel Turn (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
And the Republican debate.
38m Nov 10, 2023
38m
The Death of Glenn Youngkin's Career
The gang reacts to Democratic wins in last night's elections, like the pro-choice issue in Ohio and Dems taking over Virginia's state legislature; the latter effectively kills Republican donors' 2024 presidential hopes for Gov. Glenn Youngkin. Plus, Gov. Kim Reynolds of Iowa endorses Ron DeSantis to little coverage, Rep. Peter Meijer, who voted to impeach Donald Trump, says he'll vote for whoe...
1hr 5m Nov 09, 2023
1hr 5m
Live from New Orleans with Walter Isaacson
Tim interviews Walter Isaacson at The Bulwark's live event in New Orleans. Listen to the two discuss Walter's latest book, Elon Musk, and what it was like for the author to interact with the business magnate as he was writing the biography. This event took place on October 25, 2023.
37m Nov 05, 2023
37m
Ron and Nikki (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
The no-shot and the long-shot.
28m Nov 03, 2023
28m
If You’re Not Michelle Obama
A new poll shows newly Independent Sen. Kyrsten Sinema trailing both Republican Kari Lake and Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego in Arizona's 2024 Senate race. She also thinks adults celebrating Halloween is creepy? Plus, the Washington Examiner's cover art depicts a radical Democratic Party that couldn't be farther from the truth, Rep. Dean Phillips' campaign against Biden is run by a grifter, and...
47m Nov 01, 2023
47m
Red-Pilled (with Tom Arnold)
Actor and comedian Tom Arnold joins Tim to discuss his journey from comedy into anti-Trump politics. He also delves into his background growing up in a white working class family, as well his split from Roseanne Barr and her embrace of right-wing conspiracies. Plus some good old fashioned GOP-bashing for fun! And at the top of the show, Tim gives his reaction to Democratic Rep. Dean Phillips ...
1hr 8m Oct 29, 2023
1hr 8m
Brought to You by Johnson Phillips (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
The new speaker and the new presidential candidate.
22m Oct 27, 2023
22m
The MAGA House Takeover is Complete
The GOP’s next speaker-designate is MAGA Rep. Mike Johnson, a major player in trying to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election; and he may just land the job! Plus, Jenna Ellis pleads guilty to felony charges, and the right tries to turn a White House faux pas on antisemitism into Biden’s “both sides” moment. A. B. Stoddard subs in for Sarah to discuss! This episode is brought ...
45m Oct 25, 2023
45m
Democrats are Ready to Deal (with Rep. Dan Goldman)
Democratic Rep. Dan Goldman joins Tim to talk the mayhem in the House and what liberals would be willing to negotiate with Republicans to elect a Speaker. He also details his evacuation from Israel after Hamas' terrorist attacks and gives his opinion on the left-wing of his party outspoken support for Palestinians.
44m Oct 22, 2023
44m
A Tale of Two Speeches (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Jim Jordan and Joe Biden speak to America.
21m Oct 22, 2023
21m
MAGA Learns Chaos Isn't Always a Ladder
The disfunction on The Hill continues with Jim Jordan the latest GOP hopeful to get rejected for the Speakership by his own party. What will finally make them work with Democrats to re-open the government? Plus, Nancy Mace's weirdness could stem from a desire to be Trump's VP, DeSantis and Haley spar over U.S. policy towards refugees (and the difference between citizens and terrorists), and JV...
56m Oct 18, 2023
56m
Testimony from Tel Aviv (with Blake Flayton)
Columnist Blake Flayton speaks with Tim from Tel Aviv, Israel amidst the aftermath of Hamas’ terrorist attacks. Listen to his perspective on the politics both in Israel and abroad, as well as his opinion on why thing are forever changed in the region. Watch Tim interview Blake on The Bulwark's official YouTube channel here (https://youtu.be/gUsWMImJyVI) : https://youtu.be/gUsWMImJyVI
45m Oct 15, 2023
45m
Speaker Ships (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
What comes after Scalise.
44m Oct 13, 2023
44m
The New Blame America First Party
The gang talk to devastating attacks on Israel by Hamas, as well as the terrible reactions by both the left and the right. Except, of course, from President Joe Biden, who perhaps gave his best speech in office yet. Plus, the race between Reps. Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan exemplifies the division and dysfunction in the the House GOP, and Sarah details her run in with Fox News host Laura Ingra...
56m Oct 11, 2023
56m
Mea Culpa (with Joan Walsh)
Tim sits down with former editor-in-chief of "Salon" Joan Walsh. Previously on opposite sides of political discourse, the two political pundits discuss how politics really is a horseshoe, with the radicals at both ends of the spectrum having a lot more in common than they think. Plus, Joan talks about her new book, "Corporate Bullsh*t: Exposing the Lies and Half-Truths That Protect Profit, Pow...
59m Oct 08, 2023
59m
Reality vs. Perception (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Tim is in for Sarah and he and JVL talk about the economy, unemployment numbers, and the relationship between voter sentiment and reality.
24m Oct 06, 2023
24m
Kevin Goes Home Alone & Disgraced
The GOP majority in the House is on fire as Kevin McCarthy is ousted. But will a bigger threat in the form of Jim Jordan replace him? A.B. Stoddard subs in for Sarah to discuss! Plus, a judge puts a gag order on Donald Trump as he attends his trial for fraud charges, and Tim asks JVL and A.B. for parenting advice when it comes to kids in sports! Watch the gang record this podcast on The Bulwar...
57m Oct 04, 2023
57m
The Road to Personal Growth (with Henry Winkler)
Actor and author Henry Winkler (Happy Days, Barry) joins Tim and Sarah to talk the evolution of his Hollywood career, dealing with dyslexia, artificial intelligence, the SAG-AFTRA strike and more! Buy Henry's children's book, "Detective Duck," here (https://www.amazon.com/Detective-Duck-Case-Strange-Splash/dp/1419755137) : https://www.amazon.com/Detective-Duck-Case-Strange-Splash/dp/1419755137
43m Oct 01, 2023
43m
Vitamin Y (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
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19m Sep 29, 2023
19m
Fury and Executioner
The gang dive into what the non-Trump candidates need to do in the second debate tonight ... and debate amongst themselves if it even matters. Plus, Donald Trump says Gen. Mark Milley should be put to death and Biden strikes with UAW union members, even though the Democratic party's green energy policies complicate his relationship with them.
49m Sep 27, 2023
49m
Drop Dead Misogynists (with Gretchen Carlson)
Gretchen Carlson sits down with Tim to discuss the fight against sexual harassment, age discrimination, her courage in speaking out against Fox and Roger Ailes, and the advice she has for young girls as they enter a potentially dangerous workplace environment. Plus, Sarah joins Tim at the top to discuss Cassidy Hutchinson’s accusations against Rudy Guiliani. Learn more about Life Our Voices, ...
43m Sep 24, 2023
43m
Longreads (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
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26m Sep 22, 2023
26m
The Handy Seen Round the World
Rep. Lauren Boebert fooled around and found out, while Sen. John Fetterman's opinion on the Senate dress code riles DC. It's a doozy of an episode with Sarah vs. Tim on proper etiquette in a theater and the Senate. Plus, Speaker Kevin McCarthy is leading his majority straight for a government shutdown they could very well be blamed for, and Donald Trump casts aside the pro-life movement withou...
49m Sep 20, 2023
49m
MAGA: Stranger Than Fiction (with Brad Thor)
Fellow never-Trump Republican Brad Thor joins Tim this Sunday to talk his new thriller novel, "Dead Fall." They also discuss the decline of the GOP away from freedom and towards populism, the horror that would be a a second Trump presidency, and President Biden's handling of the crisis in Ukraine. Buy Brad's new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Dead-Fall-Thriller-Scot-Harvath-ebook/dp/B0BHTNRQQQ
1hr 6m Sep 17, 2023
1hr 6m
Mitt Romney and the Hollow Men (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Sarah and JVL talk about the revelations from the upcoming Romney biography. And the weirdness of Republicans being “pro-working man” and also anti-union.
25m Sep 16, 2023
25m
The Nothing Burger Impeachment
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announces the House will start an impeachment inquiry without a vote and without evidence. But his right-wing critics, such as MAGA troll Matt Gaetz, still aren't satisfied. Plus, the Democratic governor of New Mexico's temporary ban on guns draws bipartisan backlash for being unconstitutional, while some Texas counties are creating legal challenges to people trave...
45m Sep 13, 2023
45m
Bizarre Politics (with Andrew Zimmern)
Andrew Zimmern, former host of Bizarre Foods, joins Tim to discuss how food relates to immigration and climate, his journey to sobriety, growing up with two gay dads, and the future of alternative meat. Not a foodie? Don't worry, we promise there's lots of political analysis to whet your appetite! ANNOUNCEMENT: The Next Level’s YouTube page will be folded in to the main Bulwark channel startin...
57m Sep 10, 2023
57m
C-SPAN Secrets: And the deplorables of the week (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Sarah and JVL drop the news that TNL is taking over CSPAN on Saturday morning. They talk about Nikki Haley’s second look. America’s SpaceX problem. And the secret history of “Gay Obama.” It’s total, nonstop action. Don’t miss Sarah, Tim, and JVL on C-SPAN on Saturday morning at 9am in the East. The Secret Show is exclusively for Bulwark+ members. To listen to the rest of this show and gain a...
24m Sep 08, 2023
24m
Old Man Biden
How concerned voters are toward Joe Biden's old age might be the biggest determining factor to whether he beats Donald Trump in 2024; and Tim got into it with FiveThirtyEight founder Nate Silver over how much the liberal media is covering it. Plus, the GOP is trying to decide whether to shutdown the government or impeach Biden, and Elon Musk claims the Anti-Defamation League is the reason X/Tw...
50m Sep 06, 2023
50m
Stupid Culture Wars (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
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21m Sep 01, 2023
21m
It's All Bad and We're All Doomed
One week after the first GOP debate, nothing has changed and Trump is still dominant. Plus, conservative pundits now say Trump will get more Black votes because he has a mugshot, and DeSantis heads to Florida to deal with two tragic events. Sonny Bunch subs in for Sarah to discuss! View the Biden and DeSantis picture here (https://www.miamiherald.com/latest-news/il47u4/picture266923026/alterna...
45m Aug 30, 2023
45m
Resisting Progressive Pressure (with Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez)
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez pulled off a surprise win against Republican Joe Kent in the 2022 midterms, and since entering Congress has made a name for herself as a truly moderate Democrat. Tim asks her about progressives calling her a "Kyrsten Sinema wannabe" for her vote against student loan forgiveness, as well as the Democratic Party's struggles with working class, rural voters, and the c...
27m Aug 27, 2023
27m
The Debate and the Surrender (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Sarah and JVL catch up on the debate—about Nikki and Ron and Vivek. And about Trump’s mugshot. Warning: Sarah’s audio is a little wonky. The Secret Show is exclusively for Bulwark+ members. To listen to the rest of this show and gain access to all Bulwark+ member benefits (newsletters, podcasts and more!) sign up today at TheBulwark.com/secret (https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/9a190366-...
30m Aug 25, 2023
30m