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Updated 08/05/2023
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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
06/02/2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "They want you powerless and groveling!"

Michael Steele responds to Trump's move to dismantle federal agencies and remove staff who were part of the January 6th probe. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

06/02/2025

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6 min
19/09/2025

Conway DESTROYS Trump’s Pathetic “RICO for Protests”

JVL (sitting in for Sarah) is joined by George Conway to talk the administration’s “mob government” vibes, torching Todd Blanche’s RICO spin, the FCC squeeze on Kimmel, Trump’s $15B New York Times suit, and the Supreme Court’s shadow-docket green light on ICE profiling, plus why Fed independence is now on the line.Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/ASKGEORGE! #trueclassicpod Get 15% off your order with CHEF iQ at https://CHEFiQ.com with promo code ASKGEORGE.Show Notes: Find your forever cookware @hexclad and get 10% off at https://hexclad.com/ASKGEORGE! #hexcladpartnerGet 15% off OneSkin with the code ASKGEORGE at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpodFor our friends in Canada, we added a second live show with Sarah, Tim and Sam to the schedule. Tickets are on sale now for our bonus Bulwark Live Q&A Matinee show on Saturday, September 27, here.

19/09/2025

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1h 19m
10/08/2025

America’s Losing the AI Race to China (with Matt Pottinger)

John Avlon and long time friend Matt Pottinger reconnect to talk global security, U.S.–China relations, artificial intelligence, and the health of democracy. They reflect on their shared history, Pottinger’s career as a journalist and Marine, and his service in the Trump administration. The discussion explores China’s rising influence, the AI race between nations, how authoritarian regimes exploit democratic weaknesses, and what the U.S. must do to stay competitive while protecting its values. Personal stories and strategic insights blend with the easy rapport of two old friends.

10/08/2025

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44 min
08/05/2023

Ep 3: Power Shift

After Trump’s first year in office, the power shifted in Washington. Republicans went from humoring Trump to fearing him. Lindsey Graham surrendered to Trump, and began demonizing anyone who posed a threat to him. From The Corruption of Lindsey Graham, authored and read by Will Saletan. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit specialto.thebulwark.com

08/05/2023

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35 min
4 DAYS AGO

Why Minneapolis Gives Hope (w/ Peter Wehner)

Mona is joined by the Atlantic’s Peter Wehner to discuss the psychology of MAGA and why defeating them must be the precursor to depolarization. Wildgrain is offering $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissantsfor life - when you go to https://Wildgrain.com/MONA to start your subscription today.

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57 min
03/12/2023

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.

03/12/2023

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59 min

Unfiltered, uncompromising, unexpected—The Focus Group is a look into what the average voter thinks about politics, policy, and current events. Sarah Longwell, publisher of The Bulwark, has conducted hundreds of hours of focus groups all across the country. She and a series of special guests will take you behind the glass to hear what real focus group participants have to say. https://www.thebulwark.com/podcast/focus-group/

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POLITICS
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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“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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POLITICS
Shield of the Republic is a Bulwark podcast co-sponsored by the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia. We probe beyond the hive mind of Washington conventional wisdom on national security and foreign affairs.

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HISTORY
Sarah Longwell, Tim Miller, and Jonathan V. Last bring their signature political insight and banter to the masses in The Next Level podcast. Tune in to hear them discuss the news of the week, break down campaigns and elections, and wade into pop culture feuds. www.thebulwark.com

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POLITICS
Politicians, pundits, and the media spend a lot of time talking about the problems our country faces but not enough time on how to solve them. Each week, John Avlon and his guests hash out sensible and attainable solutions for some of the most vexing issues confronting our democracy—solutions that will likely emerge from the political center.

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