Bulwark Takes

The news cycle doesn’t slow down, and neither does The Bulwark. Bulwark Takes brings you bite-sized takes on the news of the day from the entire Bulwark team, including Tim Miller, Sarah Longwell, and Bill Kristol, and more.

Episodes

If a Liberal Wrote This, They’d Be Fired INSTANTLY

September 27, 2025 • 20 mins

Geoffrey Ingersoll, The Daily Caller’s editor-at-large published a shocking column calling for “ultra violence” and “blood in the streets” in response to political tensions. JVL and Andrew Egger take on the extreme rhetoric, the hypocrisy of MAGA’s approach to violence, and why conservative leaders refuse to denounce it

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If Vance Calls the Truth “Incitement,” Then We’re Guilty As Charged.

September 26, 2025 • 10 mins

Donald Trump and JD Vance are taking their authoritarian playbook to the next level with stretching “incitement” laws. Will Saletan dissects JD Vance’s recent comments on the FCC taking aim at Jimmy Kimmel and what it reveals about the dark path we’re on towards policing free speech.

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BREAKING: Elon Musk, Others Named in Newly Released Epstein Documents

September 26, 2025 • 5 mins

JVL and Joe Perticone take on the latest Epstein files: Peter Thiel, Steve Bannon, and Elon Musk all show up. What did the emails reveal—and why are Republicans staying quiet?

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BOMBSHELL: DOJ Rushes Comey Indictment Before Deadline

September 26, 2025 • 14 mins

Kyle Cheney of Politico joins Sam Stein to take on Trump’s extraordinary indictment of James Comey — how the charges were filed, why the grand jury tossed one count, and what comes next as Comey faces arraignment on October 9.

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Bill Kristol & Joyce Vance: The Rule of Law in Peril

September 25, 2025 • 27 mins

What happens when prosecutors refuse Trump’s demands? Bill Kristol and Joyce Vance trace a failed case that became a political loyalty test.

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Tim GRILLS Daily Caller Editor (w/ Dylan Housman)

September 25, 2025 • 33 mins

Tim Miller brings on Daily Caller editor-in-chief Dylan Housman to debate Trump’s bizarre interview with the publication, former Daily Caller co-founder Tucker Carlson’s extreme rhetoric, and debate over Trump’s handling of Ukraine and Gaza, ICE detainments without due process, his many corruption scandals, and the consequences of USAID cuts.

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We Have Receipts! Dissecting the GOP’s War on Free Speech.

September 24, 2025 • 9 mins

Republicans used to say they were the party of free speech. Not anymore. Will Saletan breaks down how Trump, JD Vance, Mike Johnson, and FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr have flipped their stance on free speech since the Charlie Kirk shooting. From defending Tucker Carlson’s Holocaust-denying guests to demanding comedians be silenced, the GOP’s hypocrisy is on full display.

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BREAKING: Trump’s DOJ to Push Bogus Case Against Comey

September 24, 2025 • 26 mins

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How They Tried to Break Kimmel

September 24, 2025 • 22 mins

From Hollywood to Washington, Jimmy Kimmel’s return has become the biggest late-night moment in years. Sam Stein and Sarah Longwell explain how comedy, politics, and controversy collided on ABC’s stage.

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Tim Miller: I Refuse to Give Up on America

September 24, 2025 • 13 mins

Tim Miller joins Nicolle Wallace to get extremely real about his fears for American democracy—torn between pessimism, anger, and a stubborn hope that redemption is still possible.

Catch Nicolle Wallace on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/deadline-white-house

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Dr. Ashish Jha SHREDS Trump’s Pseudoscience

September 24, 2025 • 22 mins

Jonathan Cohn talks with Ashish Jha, physician and former White House COVID-19 response coordinator, about Trump’s claims from the White House linking Tylenol and vaccines to autism, calling it the worst public health briefing since the bleach moment.

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Trump’s U.N. Speech Was a Global Embarrassment

September 23, 2025 • 30 mins

Sarah Longwell and Andrew Egger take on Trump’s speech at the U.N. General Assembly, where he ranted about migration, claimed credit for ending wars, and demanded a Nobel Peace Prize. They unpack the hypocrisy of his trafficking claims, the bombing of Venezuelan boats, and his obsession with petty grievances—from broken escalators to marble floors—while world leaders sat in silence.

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Barstool’s Kirk Minihane: The MAGA Right Can’t Take a Joke

September 23, 2025 • 21 mins

Tim Miller sits down with Kirk Minihane to unpack the culture wars, the GOP’s hypocrisy on “cancel culture,” and why Trump’s FCC is targeting Jimmy Kimmel.

Check out the The Kirk Minihane Show: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCke6rWdoATscR7lE3s2R9oQ

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Is ‘Clear and Present Danger’ the Best ’90s Action Flick?

September 23, 2025 • 62 mins

JVL, Sarah and Sonny take on Clear and Present Danger—a ’90s thriller packed with politics, cartels, and one of the best action scenes ever filmed. How does it hold up today? Watch as we debate the movie’s politics, Clancy’s worldview, and whether Harrison Ford gave us the best Jack Ryan on screen.

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Tim Miller: There's One Issue That Splits Trump’s Base

September 23, 2025 • 5 mins

Tim Miller joins Nicolle Wallace to react to Jimmy Kimmel’s return and what it means for Trump’s attacks on free speech. Tim even admits to a rare moment of optimism as he explains why standing up to Trump’s bullying matters.

Watch Nicolle’s show on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/deadline-white-house

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Trump’s Disgraceful Autism Press Conference Was Cruel, Stupid and Dangerous

September 22, 2025 • 21 mins

Tim Miller and Sam Stein take on Donald Trump’s horrific autism press conference — from his bizarre Tylenol claims to his breathtakingly ignorant vaccine rants.

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Tim Loses Will to Live in Crazed Piers Morgan Panel

September 22, 2025 • 19 mins

Tim Miller joins Piers Morgan Uncensored to take on Kari Lake, Wajahat Ali and Eric Bolling as they discuss the heated rhetoric in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination.

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Sen. Warner: Trump’s Firing Spree Looks Like Watergate!

September 22, 2025 • 17 mins

Trump is firing U.S. attorneys for refusing to target his political enemies, floating a return to Afghanistan, and threatening a shutdown that could devastate health care and jobs. Sen. Mark Warner joins Sam Stein to break down the national security risks, from MAGA billionaires eyeing TikTok’s algorithm to the growing chaos inside America’s intelligence community.

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A Widow Preaches Love. Stephen Miller Embraces Hate.

September 22, 2025 • 22 mins

Sam Stein and Andrew Egger take on the stark contrasts at Charlie Kirk’s funeral — Erika Kirk’s forgiveness, Donald Trump’s unseriousness, Stephen Miller’s fury, and Tucker Carlson’s odd dog whistle.

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Tim Calls Out Megyn Kelly’s Dangerous Attempt to Exploit and Divide

September 21, 2025 • 19 mins

Tim Miller takes on Megyn Kelly’s attempt to turn corruption into a culture war, calling out her “us vs. them” rhetoric and exposing how she tries to divide Americans.

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Bulwark Takes

Episodes

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BREAKING: Elon Musk, Others Named in Newly Released Epstein Documents

BOMBSHELL: DOJ Rushes Comey Indictment Before Deadline

Bill Kristol & Joyce Vance: The Rule of Law in Peril

Tim GRILLS Daily Caller Editor (w/ Dylan Housman)

We Have Receipts! Dissecting the GOP’s War on Free Speech.

BREAKING: Trump’s DOJ to Push Bogus Case Against Comey

How They Tried to Break Kimmel

Tim Miller: I Refuse to Give Up on America

Dr. Ashish Jha SHREDS Trump’s Pseudoscience

Trump’s U.N. Speech Was a Global Embarrassment

Barstool’s Kirk Minihane: The MAGA Right Can’t Take a Joke

Is ‘Clear and Present Danger’ the Best ’90s Action Flick?

Tim Miller: There's One Issue That Splits Trump’s Base

Trump’s Disgraceful Autism Press Conference Was Cruel, Stupid and Dangerous

Tim Loses Will to Live in Crazed Piers Morgan Panel

Sen. Warner: Trump’s Firing Spree Looks Like Watergate!

A Widow Preaches Love. Stephen Miller Embraces Hate.

Tim Calls Out Megyn Kelly’s Dangerous Attempt to Exploit and Divide

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If a Liberal Wrote This, They’d Be Fired INSTANTLY

If Vance Calls the Truth “Incitement,” Then We’re Guilty As Charged.