Undercover BO$$ (with Rep. Abigail Spanberger)
Rep. Abigail Spanberger, a favorite of Never Trumpers everywhere, joins Tim this week to talk appealing to the middle, the battle of the debt ceiling, her career in the CIA (as much as she's allowed to say), what it's like being a mom while in Congress and much more! Note: This episode was recorded on April 24, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
54m Apr 30, 2023
54m
The Old Man and the Participation Trophy (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Sarah and JVL talk about Montana Republicans kicking a trans Democrat out of the chamber, the E. Jean Carroll lawsuit, Nikki Haley’s death pool, DeSantis in Israel, Trump and debates. And then we close out with the scourge of participation trophies. To get the full episode—and The Secret Podcast every week—join Bulwark+. Go to: https://thesecretpodcast.thebulwark.com/ Learn more about your ad c...
23m Apr 28, 2023
23m
Loser Stench (with Amanda Carpenter)
Both Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon have been kicked to the curb by their employers, leaving us political pundits to wonder what their next move means, and what the future holds for Fox and CNN, respectively. Plus, Ron DeSantis keeps sinking in the polls, while the primary field against Trump has almost evaporated. Will DeSantis even run? And is he trying to match Trump’s crazy by making it easie...
52m Apr 26, 2023
52m
Backlash & in Heels (with Abraham Josephine Riesman)
Abraham Josephine Riesman, author of The New York Times bestselling book, Ringmaster, joins Tim and JVL to talk WWE wrestling and the latest attacks on trans Americans from the right. Plus, Tim and JVL talk the $5 million Mike Lindell has the pay for his disproven election fraud claims. Watch the gang record this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0u9_tuy9V4 Learn more about your ad...
1hr 1m Apr 23, 2023
1hr 1m
He's Running! Joe Biden is Ready to Run it Back for 2024 (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Sarah and JVL talk about Biden’s coming reelection announcement and DeSantis’s latest polling drop. Also: If Trump becomes the Republican nominee and you could wave a wand and have any person be the Democratic nominee, who would you pick? To get the full episode—and The Secret Podcast every week—join Bulwark+: https://thesecretpodcast.thebulwark.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
19m Apr 21, 2023
19m
It's the Mickey Mouse Jail House (with Sonny Bunch)
Fox settled with Dominion Voting Systems for $787.5 million, at the expense of getting Tucker Carlson and Laura Ingraham to testify publicly. Was this the best or worst case scenario? Plus, with his stock in the 2024 presidential horse race sinking, Ron DeSantis picks back up his fight with Disney, threatening to build a jail next to Disney World. Anything beats taking on Trump directly, right?...
40m Apr 19, 2023
40m
Racist Chickens with their Heads Cut Off (with Rep. Gloria Johnson)
Tennessee House Rep. Gloria Johnson joins Tim to talk the insanity that's happened in her state's legislature over the past couple of weeks. She details why she and her Democratic colleagues, Reps. Justin J. Pearson and Justin Jones, decided to take action after another school shooting in Nashville. Along with reacting to the racism her Republican peers and the conservative media have shown in ...
42m Apr 16, 2023
42m
Ol' Puddin' Fingers (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Sarah and JVL talk about MAGA’s new attack on the Great Republican Hope. And about the Heritage Foundation’s strange new respect for socialism. And more! Check out all The Secret Podcast episodes here: https://thesecretpodcast.thebulwark.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
21m Apr 14, 2023
21m
Spilling the Xi
UPDATE: Rep. Tim Scott revealed he was no longer a virgin in 2012, according to the Daily Mail. Donald Trump joined Tucker Carlson last night to lavish praise on genocidal Chinese President Xi Jinping, among other authoritarian world leaders. Plus, law and order Texas Gov. Greg Abbott plans to pardon a convicted murderer and Tim Scott launches his presidential campaign, while DeSantis waits in ...
44m Apr 13, 2023
44m
Unacknowledged Bubble Baths (w/ Frank Bruni)
Frank Bruni, veteran opinion writer for The New York Times, joins Tim and JVL on this week's Sunday show to talk Trumps indictment, his esteemed career, which includes covering the President George W. Bush's administration, the future of journalism, modern day challenges to free speech, and much more! Watch the gang record this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XXMZkdu-M0 Learn mor...
51m Apr 09, 2023
51m
The 2024 Spoiler? (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Sarah and JVL talk about the potential for Vivek Ramaswamy to fill the Ron Paul lane and how that could hurt DeSantis. And also Clarence Thomas and the burden of having close personal friends who just happen to be billionaires. Check out all The Secret Podcast episodes here: https://thesecretpodcast.thebulwark.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
14m Apr 07, 2023
14m
The Indicted Demon and the Maligned Angel
Trump's (first) indictment has finally arrived and the GOP is more (publicly) united behind him than ever before. The MAGA base demands loyalty, and even the so-called normies are falling in line. The gang also breaks down Democrats' big win in Wisconsin yesterday and if it's a bad sign for Ron DeSantis. Plus, everyone gives their take on the NCAA women's national championship tournament, as we...
40m Apr 05, 2023
40m
On the Emergency Room Table (with Junot Diaz)
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Junot Diaz joins the Sunday show to talk his career and the current political climate in America. They also get into his experience with cancel culture, and if it changed his view of the world. Plus, Tim and Sarah give their thoughts what the Trump indictment means for his re-election campaign. Watch the gang record this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?...
1hr 2m Apr 02, 2023
1hr 2m
The (First) Indictment (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Sarah and JVL go deep on the day everyone knew would eventually get here. Check out all The Secret Podcast episodes here: https://thesecretpodcast.thebulwark.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
20m Mar 31, 2023
20m
A Mass Shooting in the Center of the Culture War
In the wake of the latest mass shooting in Nashville, the gang breaks down where the country stands when it comes to protecting our children from gun violence. They discuss whether the Republican Party has given up attempting to find an alternative solution to gun control, as well as the culture war fallout from the potential gender identity of the shooter. Plus, Donald Trump's insane rally in ...
51m Mar 29, 2023
51m
A Republican Party That Is So Toxic (with Jane Lynch)
The spectacular Jane Lynch (Glee, Party Down) joins Tim and Sarah this week, and turns out she's a huge fan of Never Trumpers! They discuss Donald Trump's indictment, Hollywood, cancel culture, and of course, gay stuff. If you've ever wanted to know if Sue Sylvester would support Trump or Ron DeSantis, you won't want to miss this episode! Plus, Tim and Sarah give their updated thoughts on Flori...
55m Mar 26, 2023
55m
Meet Beta Ron (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Sarah and JVL talk about Ron DeSantis’s not-really-a-pivot on Ukraine, what it says about his campaign, and what we’re learning about him as a political commodity. Also: Why do the anti-antis hate the Never Trumpers above all others? Check out all The Secret Podcast episodes here: https://thesecretpodcast.thebulwark.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
23m Mar 24, 2023
23m
Stormy Days Are Here For Him
Donald Trump's indictment seems inevitable, but how long it will take before an arrest actually happens is anyone's guess. Regardless, Ron DeSantis has taken his first slight swing at his would-be rival, but he's just using Marco Rubio's failed 2016 playbook. Watch the gang record this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8Fi-ikGsBw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...
44m Mar 22, 2023
44m
Reminder: It's All Nonsense (with Rep. Colin Allred)
Tim and JVL welcome Rep. Colin Allred to the Sunday show to discuss Rep. Jim Jordan’s bogus Weaponization of the Federal Government committee, his potential challenge to Sen. Ted Cruz, and his journey to the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted football player. Plus, how do you pronounce DeSantis? Tim and JVL debate, as even Meatball Ron doesn’t seem to know. Watch the gang record this episode here...
51m Mar 19, 2023
51m
What Will Fox Do About Trump vs. DeSantis (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Need an extra dose of JVL and Sarah in your week? Take a listen to this clip from today's The Secret Podcast and subscribe to Bulwark+ to hear new episodes every Friday! Check out all The Secret Podcast episodes here: https://thesecretpodcast.thebulwark.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
21m Mar 17, 2023
21m
So You Want To Be A Menace?
DeSantis says Ukraine's security is not a priority for the U.S., and (some) GOP politicians are pushing back. How long will it last? And why doesn't Trump get the same criticisms? Plus, Fox News blames Silicon Valley Bank's "wokeness" for it failure, and the TNL hosts have some choice words for them. Watch the gang record this episode live here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcPGCSZa44g Learn...
49m Mar 15, 2023
49m
This Is Our Origin Story (with Adam Brody)
A new adventure begins for the TNL gang with our new Sunday show! Catch Tim and either JVL or Sarah interview all sorts of guests every Sunday night!The show welcomes actor Adam Brody (The OC, Fleishman Is in Trouble) to discuss his entry into political discourse, his career in Hollywood, and his new movie "Shazam! Fury of the Gods," in theaters March 17th!Watch the gang record this episode her...
48m Mar 12, 2023
48m
Florida Man vs. Florida Man (The Secret Podcast PREVIEW)
Need an extra dose of JVL and Sarah in your week? Take a listen to this clip from today's The Secret Podcast and subscribe to Bulwark+ to hear new episodes every Friday! Check out all The Secret Podcast episodes here: https://thesecretpodcast.thebulwark.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
11m Mar 10, 2023
11m
Tucker & Donald, Lying On TV, H-A-T-E Passionately! (with Amanda Carpenter)
Amanda Carpenter subs in for Sarah to help the boys chastise Tucker Carlson, Kevin McCarthy, Elon Musk and Fox News for their irrespnsible handling of Jan. 6. Plus, a stunning takedown of No Labels potentially spoiling the 2024 election with third party candidates, and a Tim rant on Andrew Sullivan accusing The Bulwark of wanting Trump to beat DeSantis. Watch the gang record this episode here: ...
48m Mar 09, 2023
48m
Trumpy With A Chance Of Meatball Ron
Tim shares his experience following Ron DeSantis throughout Florida. Plus, is the crime wave to blame for Lori Lightfoot getting the ax in Chicago? And will Tennessee's drag ban hold up against the First Amendment? Watch the gang record the episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCpbVRrVbpw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
41m Mar 01, 2023
41m
Irreconcilable Differences
Everyone's favorite lunatic Marjorie Taylor Greene thinks the U.S. needs a national divorce. She's an expert on the subject. Plus, Biden's trip to Ukraine on Presidents' Day should be a moment of unity, but MAGA shills like Ron DeSantis are breeding disunity when we most need it. This episode of The Next Level was recording on February 21, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...
41m Feb 22, 2023
41m
It's Just A Sweet Sweet Fantasy Haley
Nikki Haley launches her bid for the presidency and she's the perfect candidate ... for 2015. Are her presidential ambitions pure fantasy? Plus, Elon Musk blows a fuse over Biden's more popular tweet, as Republicans continue losing their minds over Chinese balloons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
52m Feb 15, 2023
52m
State of the Sausage Maker
Sarah, Tim and JVL break down Biden's State of the Union speech. Consensus? The president did what he does best! Watch the gang record each episode of The Next Level on our official YouTube channel! Make sure to like and subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
51m Feb 08, 2023
51m
Normie Kabuki Theatre
Larry Hogan walks back comments he'd support Trump if he was the GOP's 2024 nominee, while Chris Sununu doubles down. Plus, Nikki Haley's narrow path to victory and the hurdles facing the police reform debate. This episode of The Next Level was recorded on February 2, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
41m Feb 03, 2023
41m
No B.S—Live From Seattle
The gang finish their road trip with a live show in Seattle this weekend with columnist Dan Savage! Here's what went down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
59m Jan 25, 2023
59m
Bonus: No B.S—Live From LA - Part 2 (PREVIEW)
This is part two of our Jan. 19 live show from the Avalon Hollywood with special guest Jon Favreau, former Obama speechwriter and host of Pod Save American. To listen to the entire show go to The Next Level at https://thenextlevel.thebulwark.com/p/bonus-live-from-la-pt-2#details Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13m Jan 21, 2023
13m
Bonus: No B.S—Live From LA - Part 1 (PREVIEW)
The gang hit the road this week with a live show from the Avalon Hollywood. To listen to the entire show go to The Next Level at https://thenextlevel.thebulwark.com/p/no-bs-live-la#details. Part two of the show features our guest, Jon Favreau, host of the Pod Save America podcast. Listen here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
16m Jan 21, 2023
16m
Gas Stove: A Knives Out Controversy
Sonny Bunch joins Tim and JVL to talk Republican fury over suggestions to ban gas stoves. Plus, debates on the trajectory of social media and Ron DeSantis’ new education policy. Join the gang from The Next Level in Hollywood on January 19 and in Seattle on January 21. Learn more here: TheBulwark.com/events Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
50m Jan 18, 2023
50m
The Space Laser Lady's Rehabilitation
Marjorie Taylor Greene looks all the more powerful in the new GOP-controlled House after playing her cards right during the Speakership standoff. What will it mean for the radicals to be in control going forward? JVL's Triad: https://thetriad.thebulwark.com/p/ross-douthat-and-the-match-throwing Join the gang from The Next Level in Hollywood on January 19 and in Seattle on January 21. Learn more...
50m Jan 11, 2023
50m
Bad Things For Bad People
Kevin McCarthy's dream of becoming Speaker of the House is imperiled as the MAGA wing flexes its power. After FIVE rounds of voting, he's no where close to securing the position. Is this comeuppance for coming to Trump's rescue after Jan. 6? Join the gang from The Next Level in Seattle this January 21 for an evening of politics and savage love with our special guest Dan Savage. Learn more here:...
43m Jan 04, 2023
43m
Get That Money Zelenskyy!
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy leaves his country for the first time since Russia invaded to deliver an address to Congress. Plus, Trump's tax return will be released to the public and the Jan. 6 commission held its last hearing. Join the gang from The Next Level in Seattle this January 21 for an evening of politics and savage love with our special guest Dan Savage. Learn more here: Th...
46m Dec 22, 2022
46m
BONUS: The Next Level Takes Over The Bulwark
Sarah, Tim and JVL took over The Bulwark Podcast! Tim Miller checks in from Turning Point's event in Phoenix on the role of "Gays Against Groomers" in the culture war. Plus, George Santos as Tom Ripley, and the Musk crowd's "Free Speech for Me and Not for Thee." Join the gang from The Next Level in Seattle this January 21 for an evening of politics and savage love with our special guest Dan Sav...
52m Dec 19, 2022
52m
Ron's Junk Science
Ron DeSantis attempts to win over Trump voters by going full anti-vaccine. Is it a good strategy for him? Plus, the Twitter Files continue to drop and same-sex marriage is signed into law. JVL, Sarah and Tim discuss! Join the gang from The Next Level in Seattle this January 21 for an evening of politics and savage love with our special guest Dan Savage. Learn more here. Learn more about your ad...
57m Dec 18, 2022
57m
Free Speech Nudes
Republicans say then-candidate Joe Biden put a torch to First Amendment rights by asking Twitter to take down inappropriate Hunter Biden images. Plus, Donald Trump says we should terminate the Constitution, then gaslights everyone who calls him out on it. JVL, Sarah and Tim discuss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
58m Dec 07, 2022
58m
The Traveling Circus of Nutjobs (with Sonny Bunch)
Trump's dinner from hell with anti-semites has more republicans questioning his judgement ... again. Plus, are Never-Trump Republicans obligated to back DeSantis? Sonny Bunch joins Sarah and Tim to discuss! Sonny's awards movie recommendations: TÁR - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Na6gA1RehsU ATHENA - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRunUkdkK8s Top Gun: Maverick - https://www.youtube.com/watch...
54m Nov 30, 2022
54m
Club Q: Another Tragedy
Sarah, Tim and JVL unpack the Colorado Springs shooting that killed five people and injured 25 others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
42m Nov 23, 2022
42m
Savoring Kevin McCarthy's Suffering (with Will Saletan)
Can Kevin McCarthy muster enough Republican support to become Speaker of the House after a disappointing midterm? Will any GOP leaders be held accountable for the party's losses? Plus, Kari Lake becomes the latest election denier to be rejected by the voters. Will Saletan joins JVL and Tim to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
59m Nov 16, 2022
59m
Democracy Won The Midterms
The results are in (mostly) and the red wave didn’t happen! Democracy appears to have prevailed when we most doubted it! JVL, Sarah and Tim breakdown the midterms, giving their thoughts on the results and predictions for the undecided races. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
54m Nov 09, 2022
54m
Elon's Twitter Apocalypse
Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter could lead to its demise, while Republicans use the platform to spread conspiracy theories about Nancy Pelosi's husband after his assault. Plus, the hosts predict the outcomes of close midterm races one week out from election day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
56m Nov 02, 2022
56m
BONUS: Cucking Around At The Fontainebleau (with Billy Corben)
Billy Corben joins Tim and JVL on this bonus episode of The Next Level to discuss his new documentary, "God Forbid: The Sex Scandal That Brought Down a Dynasty,” which focuses on the Jerry Falwell Jr. cuckholding scandal with a pool boy. The documentary premieres Nov. 1 on Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
40m Oct 31, 2022
40m
The MAGA King & Queen
Ron DeSantis may be a black hole of charisma, but election denier Kari Lake knows how to run a campaign. Are these two the future of the MAGA movement in 2024? Plus, progressive Dems retracted a letter to Biden calling on a diplomatic solution to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. JVL, Sarah and Tim discuss on this week's The Next Level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...
59m Oct 26, 2022
59m
He Gets You Hot In A Bad Way
Paul Ryan, who has never been wrong about the direction of his party, says Trump will not be the GOP's 2024 nominee. Plus, contentious debates in pivotal midterm races were held this week. JVL, Sarah, and Tim give their thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
47m Oct 19, 2022
47m
Tulsi. Vance. And Yes, Kanye.
JVL, Sarah, and Tim talk Tulsi Gabbard's departure from the Democratic Party, Sen. Tommy Tuberville's racist rally comments, and Rep. Tim Ryan's debate performance against JD Vance. Plus, Tim goes off on Sen. Ben Sasse for resigning from Congress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
56m Oct 12, 2022
56m
Oppo October
JVL, Sarah and Tim discuss bombshell revelations GOP Senate candidates Herschel Walker and Dr. Mehmet Oz. Plus, a takedown of California Gov. Gavin Newsom and the idea he’s the Democrats’ next presidential frontrunner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
54m Oct 04, 2022
54m
The Soft Bois of Populist Nationalism
JVL, Sarah, and Tim discuss the pathetic populists in the GOP, the odd politicking of Kyrsten Sinema, and the American perception of "furries." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
56m Sep 28, 2022
56m