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Updated 08/05/2023
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27/10/2025

The Emperor’s Mood Swings Decide Everything (w/ Edward Luce) | The Mona Charen Show

Mona Charen and Financial Times columnist Ed Luce discuss how Trump’s second term has gone from chaos to control — from a fake war in Venezuela to a culture of fear in Washington. They talk about the money, the mobs, the East Wing demolition, and how power in America is now moving at “the speed of light.”Go to https://Quince.com/Mona for free shipping and 365-day returns.

27/10/2025

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34 min
04/04/2025 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Some Terrible Ways to "Fix" Theaters

This Variety piece may have broken Sonny’s spirit: https://variety.com/2025/film/news/movie-theaters-texting-smoking-weed-1236347824/ Listen and see why.

04/04/2025 · Bonus

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18 min
03/06/2025 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Is Trump’s Judicial Empire Crumbling?

On this week's Just Between Us, guest host Andrew Egger is joined by JVL to discuss how Trump’s second-term power plays—like politicizing law enforcement and the DOJ—are breaking institutional norms, with dangerous implications.

03/06/2025

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54 min
18/07/2025

Why Anime Is Taking Over Pop Culture

On this week’s episode, I’m rejoined by Crunchyroll EVP Mitchel Berger to talk about anime’s increasing popularity with those yearning for community. We reference a report on the state of anime several times; you can read it here. The long and the short of it, though, is that anime is increasingly popular with Gen Z and Gen Alpha, which will likely come as no surprise to anyone who has seen the wall of manga in their local Barnes and Noble. From theatrical rollouts in the United States and around the world to the 17-million-subscriber-strong Crunchyroll streaming service to the sold-out Anime Expo in Los Angeles earlier this month, it’s an enormous segment of the market that holds a deep attachment to younger audiences. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, I hope you share it with a friend!

18/07/2025

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43 min
06/05/2021

It's All About The Children: With Guest Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson

Michael speaks with Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson about the Biden administration's proposals on childcare.

06/05/2021

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47 min
30 JAN

Is a Blue Wave Coming in November? (w/ Dave Wasserman)

Dave Wasserman joins Mona to discuss what’s changed and what hasn’t since 2018, including electoral map, redistricting, public discontent, and likely turnout.

30 Jan

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56 min
21 JAN

A Moment Of Clarity: "No other President has committed crimes the way Trump has!" - Michael Steele

When the legal system is under fire, why are we relying on citizens with cell phones instead of the world’s most powerful law firms? Michael Steele confronts a startling reality: while everyday Americans are stepping up as "legal observers" on the front lines, the institutions designed to protect the rule of law have gone quiet. We dive deep into the "arrogance of unchecked power" and break down the rhetoric coming from the campaign trail regarding the "weaponization" of the DOJ. Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MS NOW: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele Follow Michael on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelsteele.bsky.social Follow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairman_steele/ Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_steele Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-michael-steele-podcast Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o If you enjoyed this, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

21 Jan

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4 min
04/03/2025 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

How to Handle the Mad King?

Andrew Egger and Mona talk about Vice President JD Vance’s controversial remarks about European military contributions and Trump’s freeze on military aid to Ukraine. They also explore the ludicrous “fentanyl from Canada” claim, Trump’s unpredictable tariff policies, including new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China.

04/03/2025

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36 min
12/10/2024

The Movie Donald Trump Doesn't Want You to See

I’m joined by Gabriel Sherman, the writer of The Apprentice, on this week’s episode. Sebastian Stan plays Donald Trump in this movie in theaters now about the future president’s relationship with noted legal fixer and possible evil supervillain Roy Cohn (Jeremy Strong). The movie’s path to distribution is almost as interesting as the film itself: following production and a decent response at Cannes, it found itself in limbo as the original financier got cold feet and studios worried about reprisals from Donald Trump if he were to win the presidency again. We discussed all that and more in our chat; if you found it interesting, I hope you share it with a friend!

12/10/2024

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42 min
17/06/2025 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Why This Israel-Iran Conflict Feels Different

On this week's Just Between Us, JVL joins Mona to revel in the wonders of Yellowstone National Park before shifting to the Israeli-Iranian conflict. They explore why Israel may have struck now, citing Iran’s weakened proxies and the regime’s vulnerability. They also debate potential U.S. involvement, MAGA-world divisions, and the GOP’s unstable coalition of oligarchs and “takers.” A focus group discussion highlights how resentment and entitlement influence political loyalties.

17/06/2025

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46 min

After a great five year run on Beg to Differ, Mona Charen brings you a new show dedicated to deepening your understanding of complex issues and trends facing society. Each week she'll engage an expert for a probing discussion that goes past the day's headlines.

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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.

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“The Illegal News” is where law meets politics. Each week, Bulwark publisher Sarah Longwell (not a lawyer) sits down with a legal expert to unpack how the latest court filings, rulings, and procedural twists and turns of the Trump era are shaping American democracy. These are conversations about justice without the jargon, giving you context for the biggest developments and surfacing the legal (and illegal) moves not getting enough attention. If you're looking for "George Conway Explains It All to Sarah Longwell," George is off on a new adventure, but Sarah will keep you covered.

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The Michael Steele Podcast is a podcast hosted by former Republican National Committee Chairman and Maryland Lt. Governor Michael Steele. Each week, Michael moderates a barbershop style discussion about the key political and cultural issues of the day. Michael brings his experience as an MSNBC political analyst and from a lifetime in politics to a podcast which transcends traditional political boundaries in order to dig deep and find real solutions.

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Sonny Bunch hosts The Bulwark Goes to Hollywood, a new podcast featuring interviews with folks who have their finger on the pulse of the entertainment industry during this dynamic—and difficult—time.

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FILM INTERVIEWS
Gen Z swung hard for Trump in 2024, and Tim Miller wants to know why. He’s teaming up with Cameron Kasky on the For You Pod to break down the politics of the TikTok generation—what’s driving their shift and what it will take to win them back. Tune in weekly for sharp insights into America’s youngest voters.

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