Best Bill Kristol Podcasts (2025)

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S2 Ep1025: Bill Kristol: Hegseth Keeps Proving his Unfitness 52:16

1d ago52:16

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Republican senators could have insisted on someone who was even minimally competent to run our military, but because of their spinelessness, we've now got a SecDef who can't resist texting top secret war plans. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court shows it doesn't trust the Trump administration, and judges on lower federal courts have stopped believing wha…

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Trump Can Be Stopped — Here’s How | Bulwark on Sunday with Bill Kristol & Sarah Longwell 34:29

8d ago34:29

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This week on Bulwark on Sunday, Sarah Longwell joins Bill Kristol to tell you exactly what to do to stop Trump’s corruption and chaos.By The Bulwark

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Jason Furman on the Trump Tariffs and the US Economy 44:36

16d ago44:36

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What are the likely effects of Trump’s tariffs, and what do they mean for the US economy? To discuss, we are joined again by Harvard economist Jason Furman, who was Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers in President Obama’s second term. According to Furman, Trump’s tariffs represent an enormous "shock to the system” likely to produce both sh…

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The Unflinching Eye: McKay Coppins on Journalism, the Threats to Our Freedoms and the Power of Inquiry 1:12:18

9m ago1:12:18

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🎙️Award-winning journalist and Atlantic staff writer McKay Coppins joins us to explore the delicate intersections of politics, faith, and journalism. From shadowing Donald Trump to chronicling the political journey of Mitt Romney, McKay shares what it takes to pursue truth in turbulent times. What We Discuss: What it’s like getting rare access to T…

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GOP Election Tactic Coming for You! 20:03

13m ago20:03

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Republicans in North Carolina are testing a dangerous new election tactic, throwing out votes and delaying results in close races. Lauren Egan talks to North Carolina DNC Chair Anderson Clayton, who warns what the GOP are doing in her state, and how it sets a dangerous precedent for the rest of the country. The Griffin List…

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Trump Put His Bribes on a Leaderboard! 11:17

21m ago11:17

11:17

Tim Miller and Andrew Egger share their take on Donald Trump's latest crypto scam. They break down how Trump is profiting from a gala dinner invitation offered exclusively to top holders of his meme coin, raising serious ethical concerns.By The Bulwark

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MAGA Media Is Having A BREAKDOWN Over Pete Hegseth 16:19

9h ago16:19

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Andrew Egger and Will Sommer break down the chaos surrounding Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon drama. From firings to leak accusations, conservative media is scrambling to control the narrative and turning on each other in the process.By The Bulwark

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S2 Ep1028: Cory Booker: A National Crisis and a Global Crisis 52:41

7h ago52:41

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Donald Trump is trying to foist the worst peace deal in the last 100 years on Ukraine, as he gets repeatedly played by foreign leaders on the world stage. At home, he's turned JFK's "Ask not" upside down to 'Ask what you can do for Donald Trump.' But when will the cowardly law firms or CEOs groveling for a tariff exemption stand up for patriotism, …

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Why Russia Is Bombing Ukraine Again — and What Trump Has to Do With It 14:20

6m ago14:20

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Russia launches devastating missile attacks on Ukraine, emboldened by Trump's pro-Kremlin rhetoric. Reporter Caolan Robertson reveals the scary reality on the ground, explains why Putin feels rewarded by Trump’s policies, and warns of a dangerous escalation as Trump sides openly with Russia. Caolan Robertson YouTube…

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Are There Risks to Traveling Abroad Now? (w/ David Pakman) 21:31

11m ago21:31

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Tim Miller speaks with David Pakman about his new book, “The Echo Machine,” and dives into the warnings David received from immigration lawyers about leaving the country as a naturalized citizen.By The Bulwark

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Ambassador (Fmr) Michael McFaul and Larry Diamond | Trump's Foreign Policy: The Impact On Global Democracy and U.S. National Security 59:38

2h ago59:38

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Former U.S. Ambassador Michael McFaul and democracy scholar Larry Diamond join America at a Crossroads to explore the global state of democracy, the threat of authoritarianism, and America's role in defending freedom. Drawing on deep foreign policy and political experience, they discuss Russia, China, and the future of democratic values at home and…

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Trump’s Peace Plan Is Putin’s Dream — And the GOP Backs It 14:54

18m ago14:54

14:54

Bill Kristol and Andrew Egger expose how Trump’s so-called “peace plan” echoes Putin’s demands—and why MAGA Republicans are backing it.By The Bulwark

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Stupidest Timeline Imaginable: 1600 Penn Is A Drama Filled Diva House 14:34

25m ago14:34

14:34

Tim Miller and Sam Stein talk all the wild news of the day, with Elon Musk and Scott Bessent's Oval Office brawl, Donald Trump wandering around the White House lawn planning for a flag pole or two, and Pete Hegseth renovating a makeup room at the pentagon.By The Bulwark

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TIDES TURNING? Trump Is LOSING GROUND On His Strongest Issue! 11:04

12m ago11:04

11:04

Sam Stein and Andrew Egger break down surprising new polling numbers that show Donald Trump’s approval on immigration has dropped — even among his own supporters.By The Bulwark

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Trump Doesn’t Want You To Hear This 16:26

20m ago16:26

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Adrian Carrasquillo is joined by Chris Newman, lawyer for Kilmer Abrego Garcia, sharing his firsthand experience confronting authorities, fighting for Garcia’s rights, and exposing the dangerous similarities between the past three years in El Salvador and the current political climate of the United States. ‘We Know Donald Trump Wants the Story to D…

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S2 Ep1027: Jonathan Rauch: Focus On the Corruption 57:12

1d ago57:12

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Trump may be brilliant at assaulting us with his daily distractions, but Democrats need to relentlessly target his corruption because that may be his weak spot. He is running the government in a pre-modern way—like it's his own personal piggy bank. And he has replaced rules-oriented bureaucrats with mostly incompetent loyalists who are only there t…

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Tesla Sales Collapse 71%! Elon’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, VERY Bad Quarter 19:41

4h ago19:41

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Tim Miller and Sam Stein unpack Tesla’s disastrous quarter and Elon Musk’s uncertain future in government as Tesla sales plunge a whopping 71%, and his unpopularity is higher than ever.By The Bulwark

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Trump’s Trade War Lies Explained in 10 Minutes and 39 Seconds 10:35

7h ago10:35

10:35

Will Saletan deep dives into Donald Trump’s attempts to re-write the narrative around his tariffs that crashed the economy, as his administration officials including Peter Navarro, Howard Lutnick, Scott Bessent and Karoline Leavitt repeat the lies on the reason for the tariffs and why they were put on pause.…

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Dan Bongino Doomed? The MAGA Mob Is Out For Blood 10:36

9h ago10:36

10:36

Andrew Egger and Will Sommer unpack the tensions with FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino from MAGA influencers over unmet expectations such as promised high profile arrests of Tom Hanks and Oprah, rising swatting incidents and pizza deliveries, and his continued tweets that he’s “working on it” with no results.…

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60 Minutes Boss Quits After CBS Folds to Trump’s Threats 12:39

12h ago12:39

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CBS just took a major hit to its journalistic credibility. In a stunning memo, 60 Minutes Executive Producer Bill Owens announced his resignation, saying he could no longer make independent decisions about the show’s content. Why? Pressure from the Trump-aligned right, a bizarre lawsuit over a Kamala Harris interview, and a looming Paramount merger…

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Ron Johnson Has Gone Full 9/11 Conspiracy Nut 13:04

12h ago13:04

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Senator Ron Johnson just floated a shocking 9/11 conspiracy theory, claiming the government might have been involved. Sam Stein, Sarah Longwell, and Will Sommer dive into this alarming trend of politicians promoting dangerous conspiracies, why these ideas keep spreading, and how they're impacting American politics.…

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S2 Ep1026: Michael Steele: Your Voice Matters 1:00:00

13h ago1:00:00

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Trump and the people around him are trying to weaken our constitutional protections like due process. But the administration is getting rattled, because people see that the Abrego Garcia story is not about the man, but our rights, and because people keep protesting. We have to keep gumming up the works. Meanwhile, why aren't the Chamber of Commerce…

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Tim Miller RIPS Andrew Schulz’s Gross And Dumb Reason For Voting MAGA 13:07

15h ago13:07

13:07

Tim Miller breaks down Bro Comedian Andrew Schulz’s bizarre logic for going MAGA and embracing . From “who gets the most p*ssy” to ignoring real threats to free speech, Tim unpacks why this kind of red-pilled nonsense is as dumb as it is dangerous.By The Bulwark

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I Was Right About the Law, But My Delivery Was WRONG: How to Discuss Threats to Our Rights Without Being a Jerk 26:18

2d ago26:18

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In this episode, host Corey Nathan shares a candid reflection about a recent encounter where he was right on the facts and the law—but completely wrong in how he presented them. Yet if we're honest with ourselves about when we make mistakes, it's a good opportunity to learn, reminding us that how we communicate is just as important as what we commu…

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Pete Hegseth MELTDOWN 10:15

1d ago10:15

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Tim Miller and Sam Stein break down the chaos surrounding Pete Hegseth, from public meltdowns and troll wars to bizarre tweets and Easter egg rolls. Is Trump’s Secretary of Defense about to get the boot?By The Bulwark

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Why Is Kristi Noem Carrying Around $3,000 In Cash? 10:54

1d ago10:54

10:54

Tim Miller and Sam Stein discuss the bizarre theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's purse containing $3,000 cash, a passport, and a DHS badge. How did this happen with Secret Service protection around? And what's the real story behind carrying so much cash? Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s bag, including $3,000 in cash, is stol…

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Pope Francis Was Everything MAGA Isn’t 14:11

1d ago14:11

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Tim Miller checks in with Joe Perticone live from Rome on the day Pope Francis passed away. Joe shares what it was like at the Vatican as the news spread, and they unpack the Pope’s legacy, his politics, and how MAGA world is already reacting.By The Bulwark

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BREAKING: Knives Out For Hegseth! Second Signal Chat! Trump Staff Wants Him Gone! 11:51

2d ago11:51

11:51

Tim Miller takes on the latest disaster involving Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. Hegseth was caught in another explosive Signal chat scandal—this time sharing sensitive military intel with his Fox News producer wife, personal lawyer, and even his brother. Meanwhile, a blistering Politico op-ed from a former Hegseth ally reveals growing distrust…

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How a Bold Strategy On Trump Might Actually Work 13:15

2d ago13:15

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Tim Miller and Sam Stein discuss the new strategy from some Democrats, like Sen. Chris Van Hollen and Rep. Jason Crow, finally starting to push back on Trump’s deportation tactics and why it might actually be good politics to do the right thing, while stepping away from Gavin Newsom’s strategy of calling it a “distraction.”…

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What You Should Be Reading Right Now (w/ Jay Nordlinger) | Bulwark on Sunday 36:04

3d ago36:04

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National Review's Jay Nordlinger joins Bill Kristol on this week’s Bulwark on Sunday to discuss what you should be reading right now to understand the world around us.By The Bulwark

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“They Will Be Killed” Trump Orders Afghan Refugees to Self-Deport 11:57

3d ago11:57

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Tim Miller talks with veteran Will Selber on the letters the Trump Administration have sent to Afghan refugees saying they have seven days to self-deport, many of which risked everything to help American forces. Afghan American Veterans Alliance Global Friends of Afghanistan NXT MissionBy The Bulwark

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Travel to America TANKING! Europe, Canada, Latin America Say “HELL NO!” to US 8:35

4d ago8:35

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Tim Miller takes on the shocking drop in visitors from Europe, Central America, and beyond, explaining why Trump's America is now seen as a potential nightmare for international tourists.By The Bulwark

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Trump’s BIGGEST Grift Yet—We Have RECEIPTS! 19:26

5d ago19:26

19:26

Tim Miller sits down with Molly White to break down how Trump and his allies are cashing in on crypto while gutting the rules meant to protect the public. They dive into shady deals, regulatory rollbacks, and what it all means for your wallet, whether you hold crypto or not.By The Bulwark

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S2 Ep1024: Anne Applebaum: Everything Is a Game to Trump 48:32

5d ago48:32

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Sen. Van Hollen showed that Congress actually does have agency, and a federal judge finally scorched the administration in crystal-clear language about how it's violating the essence of our constitutional republic. But the White House is just treating the whole Abrego Garcia affair like it's a joke. Meanwhile, Trump is elevating his own businesses …

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Senator Confirms Abrego Garcia Alive, While Bukele Makes Sick Jokes 7:19

5d ago7:19

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Tim Miller takes on the latest developments with Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador, with photos confirming Senator Van Hollen was granted a meeting after demanding access for Garcia to legal counsel, and confronting Bukele’s regime on international human rights violations. Meanwhile, El Salvador’s President Bukele turned the moment into a sickeni…

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Untangling the Partisan Knot: A Balanced Look at Political News with Isaac Saul of Tangle 1:13:36

5d ago1:13:36

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In this episode, we sit down with Isaac Saul, founder of Tangle, a widely respected, nonpartisan political newsletter. Isaac and his team bring a fresh approach to political journalism by curating multiple perspectives—right, left, and independent—on major stories of the day. Corey, a fan and avid reader of Tangle, dives deep into Isaac’s upbringin…

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Tim Miller: This Judge Wiped The Floor With Trump 9:19

5d ago9:19

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Tim Miller joins Nicolle Wallace on MSNBC’s Deadline: White House to discuss a Reagan-appointed judge's sharp rebuke of the Trump administration for violating due process by deporting migrants without legal recourse. Tim also shares his take on the pushback from Harvard and Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski, saying she’s scared of Trump's increasin…

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Trump Vs. Powell Explodes! Can Trump Actually Fire The Fed Chair? 11:55

6d ago11:55

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Trump is ramping up attacks on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, demanding interest rate cuts and threatening to fire him. Andrew Egger and Joe Perticone discuss the growing chaos, economic risks, and why Trump's impulsive moves could trigger massive market instability. Trump Needs Someone to Blame Bessent urges caution as Trump rages against Powell Trump N…

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10 Points Down! New Poll Is A Disaster For Trump 18:11

6d ago18:11

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Sarah Longwell and JVL discuss new polling showing Trump’s declining support among Republicans as voters blame him for economic instability caused by his tariffs and broken promises.By The Bulwark

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S2 Ep1023: Ben Wittes: Sorry, We Still Have Due Process 56:52

7d ago56:52

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The White House is doubling down on justifying its extra-judicial actions around Abrego Garcia by trying to incriminate him in the court of public opinion. But the government still can't pluck people off an American street and send them to a concentration camp without due process. Plus, Judge Boasberg is not letting Stephen Miller off the hook for …

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