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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.
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2We're swimming in polling data, but we should also consider that Kamala has more money and a superior ground game. On the other hand though, she doesn't have a spouse promoting nude modeling experience. Plus, the sweeping narrative behind the 'Lucky Loser' who squandered his father's fortune.
Susanne Craig and Sam Stein join Tim Miller.
show notes
Susanne's new book about Trump, "Lucky Loser"
JD Vance thought he had confirmation of his Haitian migrant conspiracy when a Springfield, OH resident filed a police report about her missing cat. But Miss Sassy was just in the basement, safe and sound. More seriously, Vance and Trump want everyone who's not on their team to shut up, so they can rile up their supporters and prime people for violence. Meanwhile, has the MAGA duo become such losers that even Joe Rogan and the bro-sphere have had enough?
Tom Nichols joins Tim Miller.
show notes:
Tom on Trump using an assassination attempt to inflame politics
The presidential race is essentially tied, with movement on the margins that may not be picked up in polling. So prepare for a lot of mood swings in the next seven weeks. Amy Walter and Tim Miller dive deep into PA voters v WI voters, Penn State grad Trump fans, and the prospects for Kamala in NC v GA. Plus, a cliffhanger in the House.
show notes:
Vance's awkward missed fist bump with Marcy Kaptur
MAGA is trying to take political advantage of what was apparently a second assassination attempt on Trump, but it's not the Democrats who routinely encourage violence. Trump himself only recently joked about the attack on Paul Pelosi. Meanwhile, Vance admits he created stories about Haitian immigrants, the Des Moines Register poll points to the way the political winds are blowing, and finally some Emmy justice for "Hacks."
Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller.
show notes
Tim's interview with Carol Leonnig when she discusses the Secret Service
Bill's recent conversation with James Carville
The former president doesn't think our country is exceptional, and the political press won't hold him to any standard because it has zero expectations of him. Plus, Lindsey Graham is an empty shell, John Kelly was nearly driven mad working for Trump, and JD Vance can't stop spinning conspiracies.
Jeffrey Goldberg joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod.
show notes
Jeffrey's new book, “On Heroism: McCain, Milley, Mattis, and the Cowardice of Donald Trump"
Atlantic piece on Trump's diminished speech abilities
JVL's Triad newsletter from Thursday
Orlando Sentinel's straightforward headline about a Trump threat
Tim's playlist
While Republicans paint a vision of America as a dystopian hellscape, Kamala is helping herself to the sunny optimism of Reagan and the Bushes. Plus, Taylor is breaking MAGA's brains and driving up voter registrations, Sarah Palin is no longer the worst VP candidate, and Laura Loomer is even too crazy for MTG. Mark McKinnon joins Tim Miller.
Kamala laid trap after trap during the debate, and because he's so impulsive, Trump walked into every single one. And while he seethed, she was the normal and sane one—who came so prepared she was name-dropping missiles and tanks. It was a good night. S.E. Cupp joins Tim Miller, who also shares his scoops from the spin room.
show notes:
S.E.'s show, "Battleground"
Trump and Kamala are meeting for the first time at tonight's debate, because in 2021, he took his ball, went home, and skipped the inauguration. Seven weeks after the change in the ticket, Trump still doesn't seem to know how to fight her— while Kamala will likely be focused on her message of fighting for the people vs Trump fighting for himself.
show notes:
Olivia's piece, "I Examined Donald Trump’s Ear — and His Soul — at Mar-a-Lago
Symone's MSNBC show, "The Weekend"
This is not a close call, Bush 43: Follow your vice president's lead and say you're voting for Kamala. Meanwhile, stay alarmed that this is a close race, and don't forget that JD cares more about guns than kids. Plus, after 12 years of Ted Cruz not caring about his state, have Texans had enough? Tim Miller spoke with Rep. Colin Allred at TribFest in Austin, and Bill Kristol joined for a political news roundup.
show notes
Tim on Kamala's new "Best People" ad featuring ex-Trump appointees
Before a packed house in D-Town, Tim Miller and Adam Kinzinger covered it all, from Trump's incoherent muttering about childcare to his graveside camera-mugging. Plus big boos for Cruz, advice for Colin Allred, and should Kinzinger run for Congress from Texas? Our first of two live shows from the Lone Star State.
After the decade we've been living through, we will remember the people like Liz Cheney, who have made the choices that really matter. Meanwhile, will the MAGA influencers who say they were unwitting Russian propagandists give their millions back? Plus, Tucker's praise and promotion of Holocaust denialism, Vance's pathological feelings about women, and the continuing tragedy of guns everywhere in America.
David Frum joins Tim Miller.
show notes:
Frum's recent piece on the Gaza protesters
The media still haven't figured out how to cover Trump, so they don't scrutinize even his most shocking statements—like when he claimed he had the right to interfere in the '20 election. Plus, Kamala's strong Indian mom, the Dems' improved response to sexist and racist attacks, winning rural voters, Mark Robinson's porn habits, and how it looks in Trump country.
Neera Tanden and Sen. Heidi Heitkamp join Tim Miller.
show notes:
Heitkamp's One Country Project
Heitkamp's "Hot Dish" podcast
Kamala is showing that she's good at politics by uniting the party's coalition and making appeals to the center. But many Democrats can't help themselves and are just waiting for all hell to break loose. Plus, building affordable homes, conserving the republic vs. preserving conservative policies—and Walz, the everyman. Sen. Brian Schatz and Mona Charen join Tim Miller.
show notes:
Mona's piece, "What Are We Conserving?"
Pat Toomey on CNBC today
Kamala looks to have a very narrow lead in the polls, but she needs to do more to drive Trump down—a good target would be his announcement that he's voting against protecting abortion rights in Florida. Plus, his sudden concern for Pence and Vance's copious podcast blathering.
Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller for a special Labor Day pod.
show notes:
USA Today piece about Will Selber
Hersh Goldberg-Polin's childhood bedroom with art about Jerusalem
Harris has been watching and learning about the ways of Washington, and she keeps sticking the landing like a gymnast. Meanwhile, Trump is desperately trying to unring the bell on abortion. Plus, what is his plan to delegitimize the election this time? PBS' Margaret Hoover joins Tim Miller for the holiday weekend pod.
show notes:
Margaret's Firing Line special, "Counting the Vote" on your local PBS station
Margaret's Firing Line documentary on YouTube
Tim's playlist
John Avlon's congressional campaign website
Policy differences pale in comparison to maintaining self-governance and restoring sanity in the country—high time for the anti-Trumpers to endorse the candidate who's not posting crap like a 17-year-old in his parents' basement. Plus, the Arlington incident, jealous Megyn Kelly, and why Russia is freaking out about the Telegram-related arrest. Adam Kinzinger joins Tim Miller.
show notes:
Will Selber on the Arlington episode and Section 60
Tickets for The Bulwark LIVE next week in Dallas
The pundit class keeps talking about how Trump hasn't figured out how to respond to Kamala—but she already knows how to deal with him. And the man who's used to controlling the narrative finds himself on the sidelines. Plus, maximizing the efficiency of Kamala's digital campaign over the next 10 weeks.
D.L. Hughley and Teddy Goff join Tim Miller.
show notes:
D.L.'s radio show, streaming
D.L.'s radio show, terrestrial options
Rumors have surfaced about Joe feeling sad and resentful about the re-energized party. At the same time, Kamala seems happy to share the limelight with party stars, like Pete Buttigieg. And over at Mar-a-Lago land, the flat-footed Trump campaign still doesn't know how to respond to the change in the Dem ticket. Plus, the mysterious and sketchy way Trump is allocating campaign contributions. Mark Leibovich and Juleanna Glover join Tim Miller.
show notes:
Mark's piece on the Buttigieg Bubble
Elaina Plott Calabro's piece on Kash Patel
Juleanna's essay for The New York Times on Trump's expenditures
The "YIMBYs for Harris" event Tim is part of
The Apple playlist link for Bulwark Pod music
Tim's Spotify list
Some of the people best suited to make the case against Trump are the jilted Cabinet members and others who worked with him—doing the right thing is never the wrong thing. Plus, McMaster's preposterous spin, appreciating the words Kamala didn't say in her speech, making Trump own RFK, Jr.'s antivax views, and the gamesmanship over the debates. Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller.
show notes:
Adam Kinzinger on speaking at the Democratic convention
Tim on the big fish anti-Trumpers who should endorse Kamala already
Bill on the key line in Kamala's speech
Kamala delivered a real work of art—a perfect American story filled with love of country, democracy, family, and the pursuit of big dreams. She also spoke to the center of the electorate, and conveyed a strength to take on the bullies and protect the nation, all with a feminine touch. Meanwhile, the sitting black VP has positioned herself as the challenger against an incumbent Trump, infuriating him in the process. A.B. Stoddard joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod.
show notes:
Elaina Plott Calabro interview about Kamala that Tim referenced
Tim's playlist
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If Trump is indeed the dumbest person as you say, what does that say about the at least 43% of the American voting public who will make him their choice to be President, again?
Please stress and distribute concern about the gathering storm of the many militias which may take violent action in the face of a Harris victory. see the pro public article on this topic please. I think a lot more than simply threatening is being signaled. I hope I'm wrong.
Just how many disorders do we think Trump has? .. . sociopath .. . psychopath ... narcissist ... OCD ... compulsive opposition disorder He's got to be the most mentally ill president/ candidate we've ever seen!
The legal Haitian immigration started in 2017.
The insightful discussions and thoughtful analysis make it a standout in the podcast world. https://sites.google.com/view/dallas-box-co/home The hosts bring a depth of knowledge and a balanced perspective that keeps me coming back for every episode. It's a must-listen for anyone looking to stay informed and engaged with current events. Keep up the fantastic work!
Tim, my question for the military generals is "when does your oath to defend the Constitution end?" we are not asking the military guys to take up arms to defend the Constitution, this time the country is asking you to let your voice be heard in defense of the Constitution
This is a great episode to share with your veteran friends who support Trump. He doesn't understand why you would sacrifice without personal gain. He doesn't understand why you would sacrifice for other people.
No, not cool to open carry.
Hard to listen to the up talking, sing song, manic, Neera, "liking" and "you knowing" and laughing at her own cray cray. Too much caffeine, not enough sleep? Whew. Maybe she would be easier to read.
Nice summation. "Me and him..." ugh.
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And SO MUCH BEAUTIFUL MANHOOD on display!! You had your brilliant nerdy men (my faves) like Buttigieg and Obama and Raskin, your fierce fighting men defending the vulnerable like Shawn Fain, your spiritual and thoughtful men like Warnock and Kinzinger, your goofy teddy bear dads like Tim Walz, and then Gus Walz - a teenage boy acting like a REAL HUMAN BEING!! I loved seeing so many wonderful, happy, healthy men in all their variations - it sincerely inspired me and gave me HOPE.
Why are these cutting off before the end of the episode? Is this happening to everyone?
Tim I am truly perplexed I just don't get it your whole attitude this must have been taped before Michelle and Barack Obama last night and that unbelievable music but your lackluster reaction to the convention is something that has me scratching my head. what's up with you? it's like we're inhabiting two different universes. I am so fired up!!!!!!!
Ah, Tim, I finally see your conservative alter ego. Subsidies to people struggling to buy their first home offends you. The national debt holds you back somehow? And I your landlord raises your rent and you have no recourse. The U.S. can cut corporate taxes, let the very richest of the rich pay little or no tax but the thing that makes you reach for those pearls is helping people buy a home. Got it. The debt has hurt you deeply. That really sucks. Good luck with that landlord. Give him hell.
Why would Walz "push back" against policies that are positive...progressive policies are more popular than people think. If you take away the words liberal or progressive, and just describe the "thing"...generally speaking...99% of the time people agree with the policy
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Either the comments in here are fake or the listeners are almost clones of each other (look at the comments of Mona Peterson and Jessie Ross a few comments below this, for instance). Oh, and the show itself is the same cookie cutter narrative you hear everywhere else. I’m not a fan of Trump, but normal people get tired of making fun of him.
It is pure joy to watch DJT and MAGA come unraveled. At this rate I don't know if Trump is going to make it to the election. Thoughts and prayers.
I always heard Cartman sing poker face...bout time I heard the original. Thanks for the continually interesting takes, Tim👍