Best Max Patel Podcasts (2026)

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Disturbing New Videos Show ICE Harassing Minneapolis Residents 19:29

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Tim Miller gives his take on the disturbing wave of videos coming out of Minneapolis and who ICE and CBP are really targeting. Scene after scene shows federal agents confronting ordinary people just trying to live their lives: an Uber driver targeted over his accent, a 17-year-old U.S. citizen tackled to the ground while working at Target, and a Do…

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Tim Miller: People Don't Like This Insanity 8:52

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Tim Miller joined Nicolle Wallace on Deadline: White House to discuss why the killing of Renee Good—and the administration’s decision to release the video—may be a political turning point. What was supposed to project strength instead exposes a strategy that alienates swing voters, activates non-activists, and turns immigration from a GOP advantage…

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Episode 426: A Couple of Spoofs – Local Spotlight: Grumpy’s Cigar & Lounge; Hudson, NH 1:19:05

6h ago1:19:05

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A cast of six land at Grumpy’s to play out the spoof we set in motion last week. The Hidden Herf is a spoof of it’s own. Local Spotlight – Grumpy’s Cigar & Lounge; Hudson, NH Controversy Corner – Vegas Shoot OutBy [email protected]

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BREAKING: DOJ Threatens Fed Chair With Criminal Charges 38:41

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Sam Stein, Catherine Rampell, and JVL provide breaking analysis after Fed chair Jerome Powell released a remarkable video message Sunday night announcing an "unprecedented" criminal investigation into him by federal prosecutors. Powell, in the video, says the probe is because the Fed has been setting interest rates "based on our best assessment of …

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Jake Tapper Fact-Checked Kristi Noem in Real Time (w/ Jack Cocchiarella) 22:03

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Jack and Tim take on Jake Tapper’s on-air fact-checking of Kristi Noem, the rush to label a protester a “domestic terrorist,” and the dangerous argument that being in a car now justifies lethal force.By The Bulwark

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Trump Wants to Take a Nobel Prize That Isn’t His 11:07

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After the dramatic capture of Venezuela’s dictator Nicolás Maduro, Trump publicly suggested he’d be honored to “accept” the Nobel Peace Prize won by Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, as if awards work like trophies, souvenirs, or FIFA medals. Ben Parker and Mona Charen give their takes on the sheer absurdity and Trump’s warped unde…

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Is the Minneapolis Killing an Inflection Point for Trump? 37:08

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Bill and Sam discuss the Minneapolis killing and other items from a very eventful week.By The Bulwark

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Tim & JVL: America Used to Know This Was Wrong 32:46

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Tim Miller and JVL give their takes on the shocking Minneapolis ICE killing of Renee Good, the federal government’s handling of state-sanctioned violence, and what it reveals about America’s culture of death.By The Bulwark

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The Right is Now AGAINST Free Speech on Campus (w/ Alex Bronzini-Vender) 26:18

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Tim Miller talks with Harvard student and New York Times op-ed writer Alex Bronzini-Vender about the new campus speech crackdown and why it’s now being driven by Republicans, not the left. They dig into how anti-woke politics and federal pressure are reshaping campus life and how the right has adopted the same speech-policing tactics it once condem…

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BREAKING: New Footage in Minneapolis Killing 14:52

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Correction, January 9, 2025, 3:35 p.m.: The footage from the perspective of ICE agent Jonathan Ross played in this video appears to have come not from a body camera, as mentioned in the video, but from the phone Ross was holding during the incident. Tim Miller breaks down newly released footage appearing to be from the ICE officer who fatally shot …

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Trump Is Bleeding Support From Young Men 27:11

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Donald Trump’s approval numbers are sinking and the cracks are showing in places that once kept him afloat. Sarah Longwell and Andrew Egger giver their takes on why Trump is bleeding support among young men, struggling far beyond his MAGA base, and facing growing backlash over his unilateral intervention in Venezuela. We texted 1,000 Americans abou…

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7:00 A.M. with Noah Wyle, Dr. Joe Sachs 49:09

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Hosts Dr. Alok Patel and Hunter Harris interview Noah Wyle (Dr. Robby), The Pitt executive producer, director, writer and actor about the start of a new shift and a new season of the show. They also speak with Dr. Joe Sachs, physician, TV writer, and The Pitt co-executive producer about medical accuracy on the show and how specific health care issu…

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BREAKING: Vance Says ICE Agent Who Killed Renee Good Deserves Gratitude 33:12

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Sam Stein, Tim Miller, and Andrew Egger react live to JD Vance defending the ICE officer who fatally shot Minnesota woman Renee Good.By The Bulwark

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Jan. 6 Rioter Who Threatened Muslims & Jews Is Running for Senate 12:13

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Tim Miller gives his take on the Jan. 6 rioter pardoned by Donald Trump, who has not only avoided accountability, but is now running for Senate. This extremist attacked Capitol police, threatened Muslims and Jews, and continues to spread hate. Show notes: In the New Year, take ownership of your health with ZocDoc, at https://ZocDoc.com/BULWARKTAKES…

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Invading Greenland Would Be a Disaster (w/ Mark Hertling) | Command Post 26:53

8m ago26:53

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Sam Stein sits down with Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling (Ret.) to break down the recent Maduro operation in Venezuela, the challenges of coordinating military and political strategy, and what the U.S. would actually gain from Greenland. Mark will break down the biggest stories involving the military in a series of chats right here, every Thursday, in a spe…

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The Internet is Bullying Sam Stein! 32:09

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The trio is back and 2026 is off to a wild start. Tim Miller, Sam Stein, and Will Sommer give their takes on the calls for Nicki Minaj to be deported, the political influencers for sale creating a reality TV show, and former FBI deputy director Dan Bongino blasting Matt Gaetz in a fiery MAGA feud.By The Bulwark

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ICE Agent Kills U.S. Citizen In Minneapolis 15:32

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Sam Stein and Tim Miller break down the shocking video from Minneapolis where an ICE agent fatally shot an American woman in her car. Sam and Tim give their take on the deadly escalation of federal ICE operations, and the dangerous spin already coming out from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.By The Bulwark

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America’s Wars Shouldn't Be a Casino (w/ Rep. Ritchie Torres) 8:18

1d ago8:18

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Sam Stein talks with Rep. Ritchie Torres about the explosive rise of political prediction markets—and the serious corruption risks we face.By The Bulwark

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Rioters Return to the Scene and Face Angry Counter-Protesters 15:06

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Five years after January 6, the diehards came back to the scene of the crime. Pardoned rioters, conspiracy theories, and a fierce counter-protest collided on the National Mall. Jared Poland gives his take to Sam Stein on what he found from reporting on the ground as Americans argue again over what really happened on Jan. 6.…

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She Watched January 6 From Trump’s White House (w/ Sarah Matthews) 31:52

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Sarah Matthews was inside Trump’s White House on January 6. Matthews, the former deputy press secretary explains to Sarah Longwell what it was like watching the Capitol attack from the West Wing, why Trump refused to meet the moment, and how that day finally pushed her to resign. Five years later, she reflects on Republican accountability, January …

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Sen. Gallego: Trump Wants Venezuelan Oil and a Place to Deport Migrants 17:45

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Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) joins Sam Stein and Lauren Egan to give his take on why Trump’s Venezuela policy risks another disastrous war. A veteran of the Iraq War, Gallego says the administration is lying about its intentions, prioritizing oil interests and deportation deals over stability and democracy. He also discusses his Senate amendment to bl…

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Looking Back at Season One 47:37

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In the first episode of The Pitt Podcast, hosts Dr. Alok Patel and Hunter Harris look back at their favorite moments from season one of the show and talk to executive producers John Wells and R. Scott Gemmill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Max

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January 6 Was a Dress Rehearsal For Trump, Not a Finale (w/ Tom Joscelyn) 28:05

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Description: Five years after January 6, Bill Kristol sits down with Tom Joscelyn, the lead writer of the House January 6 Committee report, to assess where the country stands today. They give their takes on why January 6 was not an endpoint, but the beginning of a new political reality: one defined by a lack of accountability with sweeping pardons,…

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RFK Jr. Cuts America’s Childhood Vaccine Schedule 17:35

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JVL and Jonathan Cohn give their take on the shocking changes coming from Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Department of Health and Human Services. The federal government is now recommending fewer vaccines for American children, including RSV and Hep B, while flu, COVID-19, and rotavirus vaccines move to “shared clinical decision-making.” What does this mea…

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Sen. Mark Warner: Trump Owns Venezuela's Broken Government Now 14:59

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Senator Mark Warner joins Sam Stein to give his take on the Trump administration’s dramatic actions in Venezuela, congressional oversight, and what comes next. Warner warns that extracting a foreign leader, sidelining Congress, and talking openly about “running” other countries reflects an imperial mindset that America has spent decades trying to m…

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BREAKING: Tim Walz Drops Out of MN Governor’s Race 20:25

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Sarah Longwell, Lauren Egan, and Jonathan Cohn are going live to discuss the news that Tim Walz, the Governor of Minnesota and former vice-presidential candidate, is leaving the governor’s race.By The Bulwark

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Episode 425: Who’s the New, New Guy? – Local Spotlight: The Tobacco Shack; Rowley, MA 1:21:28

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Opening the 2026 season we have another Hack father join the panel. The Hidden Herf is decent and we almost forget to do the reveal. Local Spotlight – The Tobacco Shack; Rowley, MA Controversy Corner – Daycare FinancingBy [email protected]

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At 92 He is Testing a Mitochondrial Transplant That Could Rewrite Aging | Dr John Cramer 1:02:54

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Dr. John Cramer, 92-year-old nuclear physicist, discusses participating in the first mitochondrial transplant trial for aging and his longevity theory. Dr. John Cramer is a 92-year-old emeritus professor at the University of Washington who has spent decades researching nuclear physics and quantum mechanics. Now, he's turned his attention to longevi…

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Trump’s Venezuela Logic Turned America Into a Villain 8:45

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Will Saletan takes on Donald Trump’s post-invasion claims about Venezuela and Maduro, putting Marco Rubio into a series of awkward Sunday show cleanups on war powers, oil, and pardons that exposes just how much of Trump’s story doesn’t add up. Read Will's written piece: https://www.thebulwark.com/p/which-countries-will-trump-invade-next-after-venez…

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Bill and Sarah Ask: How Bad Can It Get? 53:17

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Bill Kristol and Sarah Longwell discuss Bill's thoughts on possible paths 2026 could take—from a democratic rebound to a far darker slide.By The Bulwark

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The Oldest Elected President in History Is Acting His Age 16:53

10d ago16:53

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Sam Stein and Sonny Bunch take on new reporting on Donald Trump’s health—from repeated cognitive tests and confusing medical disclosures to visible signs of aging and a White House press operation that won’t give straight answers. Read the WSJ article: https://www.wsj.com/us-news/as-signs-of-aging-emerge-trump-responds-with-defiance-769c5dcd…

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LIVE: Trump Addresses Nation on Venezuela Regime Change Operation 2:13:01

8d ago2:13:01

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Please note: The population of Venezuela was incorrectly stated during this conversation as "about 90 million." It is about 30 million. We regret the error. Sam Stein, Mark Hertling, Sarah Longwell, Ben Parker and Joe Perticone cover the breaking news about the Venezuela regime change operation and react to the Trump administration’s press event.…

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Dark Horse Predictions for 2026! Is Kash Patel on Borrowed Time? 17:57

5d ago17:57

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The Bulwark team makes their predictions for 2026—from MAGA infighting and Trump’s fading grip on power to economic fallout, media chaos, and a midterm backlash.By The Bulwark

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Yes, These Things All Happened in 2025 25:33

6d ago25:33

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From the Trump–Elon Musk Twitter war that briefly melted everyone’s brain, to the election of the Bulwark Pope, and the moments of real tragedy and moral collapse, the year of 2025 delivered a nonstop barrage of chaos, absurdity, and consequence. The Bulwark team looks back at the craziest, most astonishing moments of the year to give their takes o…

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Why Is Mark Cuban Working To Cut Drug Prices? 36:15

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Mark Cuban joins Jonathan Cohn to give his take on why America’s healthcare system is broken and what it would take to fix it. Cuban breaks down prescription drug pricing, the role of PBMs, and how his Cost Plus Drug Company is making medications affordable for millions. Cuban also weighs in on system reforms, transparency, and whether U.S. healthc…

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Cate Hall: Crossing The Imaginary Boundaries 59:08

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Writer and thinker Cate Hall joins me to talk about the tightrope between radical optimism and deep pessimism — and what it actually takes to stay hopeful in a world that doesn’t always reward it. We dig into her widely loved “50 Secrets” post, the kind of people who end up walking that edge, and how she thinks about preserving agency and perspecti…

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Tim and Sam Rank Trump’s Cabinet From Hell 30:58

8d ago30:58

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Tim Miller and Sam Stein give their takes on the Trump cabinet after a full year of chaos, incompetence, and outright danger. From “livable” appointments to the "worst of the worst" category, they rank every cabinet member and argue over who did the most damage in 2025. Note: this video was recorded on December 22, 2025. Any horrible acts committed…

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Coming Soon: The Pitt Podcast 1:55

8d ago1:55

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Get ready for The Pitt Podcast, the Official Companion podcast of The Pitt from HBO Max. Each week, join hosts Dr. Alok Patel and Hunter Harris as they go inside The Pitt to talk about each episode and the people who make the show possible. Then, step outside The Pitt to hear about the real medicine and issues raised in the show. The podcast episod…

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Gena Gorlin - Therapy for the True Outliers 1:17:07

8d ago1:17:07

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Psychologist and founder coach Dr. Gena Gorlin joins me to discuss The Founder’s Mindset — how to stay hopeful, resilient, and creative while building something from the ground up. We talk about the psychology of entrepreneurship, why losing can be a sign of progress, and how to keep optimism alive amid a culture that often feels discouraged. I als…

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The Problem with Senolytics That Clinical Trials Missed | Dr Sundeep Khosla 57:59

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Mayo Clinic's Dr. Sundeep Khosler discusses findings from the first major randomized controlled trial of senolytics in humans, revealing why cellular aging varies dramatically between individuals and what this means for longevity interventions. Dr. Sundeep Khosler, a physician-researcher at the Mayo Clinic, leads some of the first human clinical tr…

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Episode 424: Nakatomi Tower – Local Spotlight: Twins Smoke Shop; Londonderry, NH 1:29:20

8d ago1:29:20

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The panel meets up at Twins in Londonderry for the last episode of 2025. Papa McGroin joins us as do other friends that we pull in from the lounge along the way. The Hidden Herf is a unique selection. Local Spotlight – Twins Smoke Shop; Londonderry, NH Controversy Corner – Classic Christmas MoviesBy [email protected]

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Norman Rockwell’s Granddaughter Rips Into DHS for Hijacking His Legacy (w/ Daisy Rockwell) 9:53

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DHS is using Norman Rockwell’s art to sell an anti-immigrant message and his family is furious. Catherine Rampell sits down with Daisy Rockwell, Norman Rockwell’s granddaughter and a writer and artist herself, to talk about why these images are being misused, what Rockwell actually believed, and get her take on how nostalgia and Americana are being…

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Is DOJ Playing Games With the Epstein Investigation? (w/ Ryan Goodman) 41:46

10d ago41:46

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Bill Kristol sits down with Ryan Goodman to discuss new and upcoming Epstein document releases. They’ll cover which records to watch for next, what the disclosures do—and don’t—tell us so far, and whether the U.S. Department of Justice is dragging its feet, playing procedural games, or protecting powerful interests.…

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Kash Patel Is Dismantling FBI Counterintelligence (w/ Derek Owen & R.M Schneiderman) 30:27

11d ago30:27

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Ben Parker is joined by Derek Owen and R.M Schneiderman to discuss their deeply reported investigation into how the FBI rebuilt its counterintelligence capabilities after decades of failure—and how Trump-world politics, Kash Patel, and shifting priorities could put America at risk. Read more from Owen and Schneiderman here: https://www.thebulwark.c…

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Does Trump’s Bruised Hand Story Make Sense? 11:36

12d ago11:36

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Sam Stein and Jared Poland give their takes on a curious White House claim. After repeated questions about Donald Trump’s bruised hand, press secretary Karoline Leavitt said it was caused by constant handshaking and aspirin use. So we decided to test it.By The Bulwark

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The 12 Days of Grift-mas 3:49

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A holiday classic, Bulwark-style. From foreign jets to fake honors, we rewrote The 12 Days of Christmas to keep track of Trump’s greatest hits in 2025. The 12 Days of Grift-mas, annotated: 1 giant Qatari jet: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwy5lp4v594o 2 peace awards: FIFA Peace Prize (https://www.thebulwark.com/p/screw-it-lets-rename-the-moon-t…

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The Bulwark’s 2025 Predictions Are Put On Trial 16:29

13d ago16:29

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Donald Trump’s first year back in office is in the books, but how accurate were The Bulwark predictions from this past year? Sam Stein is joined by “Judge” Mona Charen to put our 2025 forecasts under the gavel. From Trump’s health and pardons to government shutdowns, MAGA infighting, and political chaos, we revisit what we got right, what we got wr…

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Trump Spent the Holidays Yelling at the TV 13:30

14d ago13:30

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While most Americans were with family, Trump spent the night before Christmas Eve rage-posting threats at TV networks he doesn’t like. Tim Miller was on MS NOW Reports to disuss. Watch MS NOW Reports: https://www.ms.nowBy The Bulwark

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Sam & Sarah Read Their Own Hate Mail 17:04

16d ago17:04

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Sam Stein and Sarah Longwell made a mistake. They decided to take on their haters and read mean comments from the internet about each other. What followed was a mix of roasting, self-reflection, interruptions, hair discourse, Seinfeld heresy, and the comment section doing what it does best.By The Bulwark

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Holy Cow, Young Conservatives Are NOT Okay 21:35

15d ago21:35

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Tim Miller and JVL take on a Manhattan Institute focus group that exposed open praise for grotesque “strongman” politics, overt antisemitism, and casual acceptance of extremist figures like Nick Fuentes. Read JVL's Triad newsletter on the focus group: https://www.thebulwark.com/p/behold-the-focus-group-from-hell-city-journal-young-republicans Read …