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Bulwark+ Takes

Bulwark+ Takes brings you bite-sized takes on the news of the day from the entire Bulwark team. This is the home to ad-free video shorts, Bulwark+ member-only livestreams, and live event archives. The news cycle doesn’t slow down, and neither do we. www.thebulwark.com

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9:06

Pete Buttigieg Torches Host Over Trump Economy Spin

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2026/04/11

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comTim Miller gives his take on the heated CNBC Squawk Box exchange between Pete Buttigieg and Joe Kernen over Trump’s economy, gas prices, and the war in Iran. Kernen tries to argue with weak MAGA talking points about Biden-era inflation and partisan blame, but Buttigieg pushes back so well that Kernen's co-host literally laughs at him. Tim breaks down why Buttigieg’s approach is resonating and how bad it is for the state

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8:07

Democrats Surge in Surprise Special Election Wins

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2026/04/09

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comTim Miller joins Nicolle Wallace on MS Now to give his take on the wave of Democratic momentum. From a massive Wisconsin Supreme Court victory to a surprising swing in Georgia, Democrats are seeing major gains even in places Republicans thought were safe. Tim explains why one number matters more than anything right now. A fourteen point shift. If that trend holds, states like Texas, Florida, Iowa, and Alaska could all be

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12:27

Trump Says The Strait Is “Open.” So Why Isn’t Anyone...

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2026/04/09

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comAndrew Egger talks with shipping expert Sal Mercogliano about his initial reaction to the ceasefire with Iran and what it really means for global shipping with the Strait of Hormuz. Despite claims that the strait is open, most vessels remain stuck or are forced to navigate Iran’s “toll booth,” creating uncertainty for trade and commerce. Sal explains how Iran’s control could permanently reduce shipping capacity and

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19:06

Trump Went to War Without a Plan. Now He's Scrambling...

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2026/04/09

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comTom Nichols join Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling (Ret.) and Ben Parker to discuss the bleak reality of Trump’s Iran war—where early strikes gave way to confusion, a shaky “ceasefire,” and no clear endgame. They explain how tactical hits didn’t translate into strategic success, why the U.S. may be in a worse position now, and what this reveals about decision-making, military leadership, and the absence of a real plan.

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20:41

Is Hasan Piker Toxic... Or Gettable?

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2026/04/03

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comTim Miller and Sarah Longwell give their takes over one of the biggest questions facing Democrats right now: what to do about Hasan Piker? Should the party engage with voices on the far left to reach angry, anti-war voters or draw a hard line against rhetoric they see as toxic and illiberal? The two debate whether Democrats are picking the wrong fight at the wrong time, how to talk to audiences outside the traditional

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21:44

BREAKING: Trump Unveils Insane New Budget; March Jobs...

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2026/04/03

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comCatherine and Sam cover economic news, including Trump's new budget proposal and the March jobs numbers.As always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes is home to short videos, livestreams, and event archives exclusively for Bulwark+ members.

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11:17

Did Trump Just Have a “Biden Moment”?

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2026/04/02

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comTrump delivered a highly anticipated address on Iran, but instead of clarity, viewers got a confusing, low-energy speech that raised more questions than it answered. JVL and Andrew Egger give their takes on why the speech felt so off, from Trump abandoning his usual rambling to awkwardly sticking to a teleprompter and recycling his own Truth Social posts. They dig into the lack of a clear strategy, the strange war

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15:02

BREAKING: Trump Fires Pam Bondi

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2026/04/02

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comSam Stein, Sarah Longwell, JVL and Will Sommer reacted live to the breaking news that Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi.

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22:35

Sam Stein, JVL and Mark Hertling React to Trump's...

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2026/04/02

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comSam Stein, JVL and Mark Hertling were live, reacting to President Trump's April 1st address on the war in Iran.

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6:30

Is Pete Hegseth the Dumbest Man in the Trump...

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2026/04/01

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comWill Saletan takes on Pete Hegseth’s conduct during a wartime briefing campaign that keeps veering off course. Instead of focusing on strategy or coalition-building, he’s taking shots at past presidents, the press, and even U.S. allies.As always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes is home to short videos, livestreams, and event archives exclusively for Bulwark+ members.Add Bulwark+ Takes feed to your

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9:55

Trump’s Library Looks Like a Wedding Venue in Hell

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2026/04/01

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comSam Stein, JVL, and Andrew Egger give their takes on the newly unveiled “Donald J. Trump Presidential Library” that Trump now himself admits will “most likely” be a hotel. The crew digs into the absurd renderings, including the giant gold statue, an oversized ballroom, and even the Qatari plane overhauled to become Air Force One in the lobby. They also break down how valuable land originally owned by Miami Dade College

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19:37

Possible Ground Troops in Iran, Trump Speech Preview...

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2026/04/01

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comCommand Post Live! Mark Hertling and Ben Parker are going live to discuss Trump’s speech tonight, the prospect of ground troops in Iran, and Trump’s slow-motion destruction of NATO.

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5:33

As Millions Protested “No Kings,” Trump Did This

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2026/03/30

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comWill Saletan takes on a series of moments showing how Donald Trump is pushing past basic limits of presidential power—from putting his face on coins and signature on currency to calling judges “criminals” and claiming he doesn’t need Congress for war or NATO decisions. As millions joined “No Kings” protests, the pattern becomes hard to ignore: a president who treats the rules as optional, surrounds himself with

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8:40

Trump Thinks He’s Going to Heaven

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2026/03/29

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comTim Miller gives his take on Donald Trump’s latest Truth Social spiral and why he's boosting pro-war voices like Mark Levin, who’s floating plans that sound more like a uranium heist than a real strategy. Tim breaks down how Trump’s feed has become a window into his decision-making, why the signs point toward escalation and possible troops on the ground, and how the war is already causing global disruptions. He also

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12:02

What We—and You—Saw at No Kings

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2026/03/29

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comThe Bulwark's own Jim Swift joins Bill Kristol to talk about No Kings.As always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes is home to short videos, livestreams, and event archives exclusively for Bulwark+ members.Add Bulwark+ Takes feed to your player of choice, here.

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4:43

Holy Cow, The Pitt Took on ICE!

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2026/03/28

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comSonny Bunch and Adrian Carrasquillo take on The Pitt’s ICE episode—how a single raid transforms the ER, triggers fear across patients and staff, and mirrors real-world reporting on immigration enforcement. They discuss the show’s attempt at “balance,” the ripple effects of fear, and why dramatized storytelling can land harder than traditional coverage.They also explore the reaction online, the pressure on Hollywood to

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19:03

No Kings Rally Coverage

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2026/03/28

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comJoin JVL, Catherine Rampell, Andrew Egger, and many, many others from The Bulwark for live "No Kings" rally coverage.As always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes is home to short videos, livestreams, and event archives exclusively for Bulwark+ members.Add Bulwark+ Takes feed to your player of choice, here.

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7:30

Trump Loves Putting His Own People Down

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2026/03/28

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comSam Stein takes on a series of bizarre Trump appearances, ranging from crude jokes and made-up stories to comments that may have revealed something far more serious. The pattern raises a bigger question: when the president speaks, how much of it is real?As always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes is home to short videos, livestreams, and event archives exclusively for Bulwark+ members.Add Bulwark+ Takes

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9:26

Tim Miller: If You’re Feeling Hopeless, Hear Me Out

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2026/03/28

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comTim Miller was on MS NOW's Deadline: White House to explain why Trump’s Iran decision may be doing lasting damage to his own coalition. From GOP infighting to failed election interference efforts and another Democratic win in Washington, MAJOR cracks are starting to show.As always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes is home to short videos, livestreams, and event archives exclusively for Bulwark+

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5:45

This Is What a National Security Failure Looks Like

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2026/03/28

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comSam Stein and Tim Miller give their takes on the latest fiasco for FBI Director Kash Patel after Iran-linked hackers breached his email and released a trove of personal messages and photos. From embarrassing photos during a trip to Cuba to serious counterintelligence concerns, it’s another brutal moment for a guy already struggling to prove he’s up for the job.As always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes

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