Best Bill Kristol Podcasts (2025)

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S2 Ep1055: Bill Kristol: The Grotesqueness of It All 55:42

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Mike Johnson and Russ Vought outright lied on camera about the proposed Medicaid cuts and the impact they would have on millions of Americans. Marco Rubio lied about the children who are dying because of USAID cuts. And Joni Ernst is reimagining Christianity to be about Jesus teaching his followers not to care about the sick and the poor because th…

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Eric Edelman on Trump in the Middle East—and a Dangerous World 1:09:27

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What have we learned so far about Donald Trump’s approach to the Middle East in his second term? In this Conversation, Eric Edelman, former ambassador to Turkey and Finland and Under Secretary of Defense,shares his perspective on the president’s recent trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE. He presents a tour d’horizon of the highly dynamic and …

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This Is A TOTAL DISASTER For Kristi Noem! 8:28

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Sam Stein joins Tim Miller to discuss a growing scandal involving a fake assassination threat, a DHS press release that was never corrected, and a system built to punish first and ask questions later.By The Bulwark

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Tucker, Don Jr. or Vance?! Who Will Take The GOP Throne From Trump? 39:06

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JVL joins Chris Cillizza to break down the wild Republican race shaping up for 2028—from JD Vance as the Honky Tonk Man, to the dynastic ambitions of Don Jr., and the charisma of Tucker Carlson. They dig into the MAGA base, why traditional Republicans are toast, and whether Trump might just run again. Watch the full conversation on Chris Cillizza’s…

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So Awkward! Elon Humiliates Johnson Over Trump’s Bill! 10:39

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Elon Musk humiliates Speaker Mike Johnson over a GOP bill. Once allies, the two are now locked in a public feud, with Musk using his platform to torch Johnson—and ignore his calls.By The Bulwark

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S2 Ep1057: Rahm Emanuel: Trump Is a Chump 1:08:31

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The lovelorn TACO trader has been hanging by the phone at 2am hoping China's Xi will call him to make a tariff deal. But that call is not coming without America paying a very high price— because world leaders know that Trump is a feckless, desperate negotiator. Meanwhile, Republicans are blowing off Elon's take-down of the reconciliation bill and p…

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$5,000 “DOGE Checks" Scam Revealed! 10:44

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A shady pro-Trump PAC is scamming supporters with fake “Doge Checks,” claiming people can receive $5,000 payouts. In reality, it’s a scam backed by some big names to trick vulnerable donors out of their money. Morning Shots - A Gross and Brazen ‘DOGE Check’ ScamBy The Bulwark

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Elon Musk Trashes Trump’s Budget! 12:50

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Sarah Longwell breaks down the dramatic breakup between Elon Musk and Donald Trump and how this clash could fracture the MAGA coalition and reshape Republican politics.By The Bulwark

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Tim Miller: Trump’s FEMA Boss Just Learned About Hurricane Season?! 6:58

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Tim Miller joins MSNBC’s Chris Jansing Reports to break down the looming chaos at FEMA under Trump's latest hire and the Trump administration's concerning pattern of appointing inexperienced and incompetent leaders to crucial roles.By The Bulwark

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BREAKING: Elon Goes Scorched Earth Over Trump’s Big Bill 12:39

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Tim Miller, Sam Stein, and Joe Perticone discuss Elon Musk’s explosive reaction to Trump’s big beautiful bill as Donald and Elon’s very public breakup intensifies after Elon’s departure from the administration.By The Bulwark

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Bannon Can’t Spin This! Calls For Lindsey Graham To Be Arrested! 12:39

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As Russian bombs rained down on Ukraine, Senator Lindsey Graham was on the ground, delivering tough talk and photo ops. His visit, timed with one of the war’s heaviest bombardments, raised eyebrows for Bannon, who wants him to stay out of the US. Is THIS the man behind world’s most daring military op? Ex-DJ ‘secret agent’ to go down in history for …

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S2 Ep1056: Catherine Rampell: Slow Burn 53:21

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Jamie Dimon is spooked about the bond market, business uncertainty about tariffs is dragging the economy, and it seems like no politician will get serious about our nation's debt until it's too late. Meanwhile, Republicans don't even like their own spending bill since they only lie about it—it's just in service of making Trump happy. Plus, Stephen …

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EXCLUSIVE: MyPillow Guy Won’t Stop Texting Me! 12:33

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Will Sommer and Sonny Bunch discuss the texts Mike Lindell has been sending Will from the courtroom amid his ongoing defamation trial. Also, the right-wing's struggle to re-brand the Trump assassination attempt during the election as “J13.” Read Will's False Flag, “Mike Lindell Is Texting Me From His Defamation Trial”…

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Bishop Mary D. Glasspool, Trailblazing Leader in the Episcopal Church, on Challenging Tradition and Navigating Faith 1:11:36

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In this inspiring episode, host Corey Nathan welcomes Bishop Mary D. Glasspool, a pioneering leader in the Episcopal Church and the first openly lesbian woman to be consecrated as a bishop in the Anglican Communion. Since 2016, she has served as Assistant Bishop in the Episcopal Diocese of New York. Bishop Mary shares her personal journey of faith,…

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Tech Bros Worship This Weirdo 14:29

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Tim Miller chats with Will Sommer about the New Yorker’s wild profile of Curtis Yarvin, the bizarre internet philosopher influencing MAGA elites, tech billionaires, and the next generation of GOP leaders.By The Bulwark

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Sarah Longwell: Joni Ernst Handed The Dems a Huge Advantage 13:31

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Sarah Longwell joins Nicolle Wallace on MSNBC’s Deadline: White House to break down Senator Joni Ernst’s viral “we’re all gonna die” moment—and why her callous defense of Medicaid cuts could haunt Republicans. They also discuss the growing conservative backlash to Trump’s tariff chaos, the cowardice in Congress, and the looming political consequenc…

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Elon and Trump’s Messy Breakup Keeps Getting Crazier 16:11

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Tim Miller and Sam Stein deep dive into the drama in the Trump–Elon bromance being officially over. From black eyes to ketamine rumors, cabinet meltdowns and physical altercations, it's getting weird.By The Bulwark

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The GOP’s Healthcare Flimflammery Is The New Big Lie 14:28

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Sam Stein and Jonathan Cohn discuss the truth behind GOP Medicaid messaging, the real impact of the proposed cuts, and why this isn’t about fraud, it’s about gutting coverage. Check out Jonathan's piece here: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebulwark/p/rkf-jr-kennedy-hhs-may-have-just-ruined-our-best-weapon-against-bird-flu-moderna-mrna-covid-booste…

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We’re Losing the Next Pandemic Fight (w/ Jonathan Cohn) | Bulwark on Sunday 41:55

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Bill Kristol talks with Jonathan Cohn about RFK Jr.'s gutting of pandemic readiness, the misleading guidance on boosters, and why some doctors are furious.By The Bulwark

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Joni Ernst’s “Apology” Video Is Deeply Unsettling 14:36

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Tim Miller and Sam Stein break down a jaw-dropping series of statements from Senator Joni Ernst — including one from a cemetery, where she basically tells Iowans worried about Medicaid cuts to embrace death... and Jesus.By The Bulwark

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Tim Miller Takes On Elon’s Ketamine-Fueled Collapse 14:55

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Tim Miller joins Nicolle Wallace on MSNBC’s Deadline: White House to react to the bombshell New York Times report on Elon Musk’s alleged drug use, erratic behavior, and alarming influence over U.S. policy. They also discuss Trump’s dangerous push to dismantle legal checks on executive power and how his tariff chaos is affecting small businesses.…

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Trump & Elon’s Most Unhinged Press Conference Yet 13:33

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Sam Stein and Will Sommer break down the surreal Trump–Elon press conference that covered Elon's ketamine allegations, strange gifts, DOGE's "accomplishments," and an awkward farewell that raised more questions than answers.By The Bulwark

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S2 Ep1054: Adam Serwer, Lauren Egan, and Justin Jones: The Attack on Knowledge 1:00:58

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The Trump administration is trying to exert ideological control over every knowledge-producing institution in the country. And the assault on colleges is not only about having fewer highly-educated voters, but also depriving Americans of trusted sources of information—much in the way Trump in 2020 wanted to stop counting Covid cases so it looked li…

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Trump's Big Beautiful Trade Wars Are Going Off The Rails 12:30

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Sam Stein is joined by Greta Peisch, former General Counsel for the U.S. Trade Representative, to explain the latest legal developments in Trump’s tariff policies, including a court ruling challenging his use of emergency powers to impose broad trade restrictions, and how the ongoing legal uncertainty could affect future negotiations.…

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Trump Throws Multi-Billion Dollar Tantrum 13:34

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Sam Stein and Will Saletan discuss Trump’s $20 billion demand in lawsuit against CBS over 60 Minutes' interview edit of Kamala Harris, and the bizarre legal claims and plaintiffs behind it.By The Bulwark

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Bongino Melts Down on Fox. Can’t Handle Real Job? 7:57

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Former podcast host turned Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino publicly melted down on Fox, overwhelmed by the reality of investigative work. Unable to prove his MAGA conspiracy theories, he's facing backlash from supporters.By The Bulwark

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RFK’s Health Report Is a Mess 9:46

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Sam Stein sits down with NOTUS reporter Margaret Manto to break down RFK Jr.’s MAHA report—a document packed with fake citations, broken links, and bogus studies.By The Bulwark

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S2 Ep1053: Live from Chicago 43:56

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Adam Kinzinger joined Tim on stage in the Windy City Wednesday night to dis Chicken Trump, who's made bitcoin bros, private prisons, his family and friends—and himself—the main winners in his 'TACO' trade economy. Meanwhile, Obama's nuclear deal with Iran may be getting resurrected, and Trump finally seems to realize that Putin is a warmonger. Plus…

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Reasoned Humility: Pastor David Hegg on Theology, Differences, and Engaging Culture 1:11:26

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In this episode, host Corey Nathan is joined by Pastor David Hegg, Senior Pastor at Grace Baptist Church in Santa Clarita, CA. With decades of experience, a master’s in theology, and a doctorate in preaching, Pastor Hegg shares his unique journey into ministry, his thoughts on biblical teaching, and how Christians can faithfully navigate today’s cu…

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David Ignatius with Larry Mantle | Behind the Headlines: America's Role in a Changing World 58:37

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Join us for a conversation between Washington Post columnist and bestselling author David Ignatius and veteran broadcast journalist Larry Mantle. In this episode of America at a Crossroads, they explore America’s role in a rapidly shifting global landscape, the state of U.S. intelligence and foreign policy, and the challenges facing democracy at ho…

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Elon Thought He Could Rule Washington 15:08

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Elon Musk’s political play didn’t go as planned. Rep. Ro Khanna joins Sam Stein to talk about what Musk got wrong, why grades matter, and how Democrats should push back on both extremes.By The Bulwark

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Tim and Katie Spill on 2028 Rumors, Trump’s Boring Wedding, and Fighting for Democracy 21:59

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Tim Miller joins Katie Couric to discuss possible 2028 candidates, Trump-era corruption, media accountability int he changing tone of American politics, and Donald and Melania Trump’s boring wedding. Watch Live with Katie Couric on SubstackBy The Bulwark

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Trump Called a Chicken To His Face–He Loses It On Camera 9:39

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Sam Stein and Andrew Egger react to President Trump losing it in the White House after being asked about TACO (Trump Always Chickens Out).By The Bulwark

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Yes, They’re Coming for Obamacare (AGAIN!) 36:07

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Jonathan Cohn and Andrew Egger break down how Republicans are quietly gutting Obamacare through a sweeping new bill. From Medicaid cuts to sabotage of ACA marketplaces, they explain what's at stake and who stands to lose coverage.By The Bulwark

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Bombs, Bills, & Big Drama | Tim on Vibe Check 40:45

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Tim Miller joins Vibe Check to break down Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," a controversial GOP push slashing Medicaid and taxes amidst economic chaos. They explore how Trump’s policies could impact working-class voters and the nation’s debt crisis. The conversation also highlights Pride, activism, and defending immigrants like Andre Hernandez, blendin…

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S2 Ep1052: George Packer: JD, Hollow Man 1:17:19

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Our VP used to think his path to power was through the ruling class at Yale Law School. But after 2016, he saw that his route was through Trump, so he swapped one set of elites for another. And now as a lord among the MAGA ruling class, he's embracing his true cruel, lying self—and railing against the globalists who nitpick about this silly due pro…

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MAGA Chaos: MAHA in Disarray with RFK Deserters, Project Veritas Leader Goes Off the Rails 11:49

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Will Sommer joins Sonny Bunch to deep dive into all things MAGA chaos, from the growing rift within RFK Jr.’s anti-vaccine movement to James O’Keefe’s chaotic fallout with Project Veritas including his self-produced documentary. Read Will’s Newsletter False Flag, “MAHA in Disarray: Leading Anti-Vaxxer Parts Ways with RFK”…

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Elon Disses Trump's Big Beautiful Bill 8:47

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Sam Stein and Will Sommer react to Elon Musk dissing the GOP's big spending bill.By The Bulwark