The Bulwark Podcast
by The Bulwark
Is this your podcast?The Bulwark is an independent media outlet known for its in-depth analysis and commentary on American politics and current events, often presenting a conservative viewpoint that diverges from mainstream party lines. Its team comprises exper…
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Audience Interest
- current events analysis
- political commentary
Podcast Focus
- politics and news commentary
- in-depth political analysis
Publishing Consistency
- 500 episodes produced
- active for 2 years
Platform Reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- growing listener base
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Total monthly reach
Estimated from 34 chart positions in 34 markets.
By chart position
- 🇺🇸US · Politics#31M to 3M
- 🇨🇦CA · Politics#41M to 3M
- 🇦🇺AU · Politics#11300K to 1M
- 🇩🇪DE · Politics#9430K to 100K
- 🇮🇳IN · Politics#17100K to 300K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
899K to 2.8M🎙 Daily cadence·500 episodes·Last published 1w ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
3.0M to 9.2M🇺🇸32%🇨🇦32%🇦🇺11%+31 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
899K to 2.8M1.7M real followers tracked across platforms
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On the show
From 39 epsHosts
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Recent episodes
Sarah Longwell and Bill Kristol: We're Governed by Broken Men
Jul 20, 2026
52m 05s
Nicolle Wallace: The Sore Loser Is Trying to Ruin Our Elections
Jul 17, 2026
1h 00m 37s
Michael Steele: Tripped up by Their Own Lies
Jul 16, 2026
54m 11s
Jonathan Blitzer: Our New Internment Camps
Jul 15, 2026
1h 12m 41s
Pete Buttigieg: Time for Radical Change
Jul 14, 2026
1h 13m 54s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/20/26 | political commentaryTrump's actions+4 | Bill Kristol | ICEUr-Fascism | IranU.S.+1 | TrumpBill Kristol+7 | RidgeTHEBULWARK | 52m 05s | ||
| 7/17/26 | Trump's election claimselection integrity+3 | Nicolle Wallace | Deadline: White HouseThe Best People+2 | — | Trumpelections+6 | RidgeTHEBULWARK | 1h 00m 37s | ||
| 7/16/26 | Trump administrationmedia manipulation+4 | Michael Steele | TrumpBiden+2 | — | TrumpMichael Steele+8 | DeleteMeBULWARK | 54m 11s | ||
| 7/15/26 | ICE detention centersdeportation+4 | Jonathan Blitzer | ICELocked Away+3 | Fort BlissEl Paso+2 | ICEdetention centers+6 | — | 1h 12m 41s | ||
| 7/14/26 | political reforminstitutional change+3 | Pete Buttigieg | DemocratsFox News | Washington, D.C.Iowa | Pete Buttigiegpolitical reform+5 | — | 1h 13m 54s | ||
| 7/13/26 | authoritarianismmedia intimidation+5 | Bill KristolRo Khanna | Trump administrationNetanyahu+2 | West BankHebron | Trump administrationauthoritarianism+7 | NOBLCODE | 1h 02m 48s | ||
| 7/10/26 | Trump administrationICE agents+5 | Stuart Stevens | ICEIt Was All a Lie+1 | — | TrumpICE+7 | — | 1h 00m 18s | ||
| 7/9/26 | America in declineTrump+5 | Ben Wittes | FBILawfare | TurkeyIran+2 | TrumpNATO+6 | Trust & WillBULWARK | 59m 09s | ||
| 7/8/26 | ICEimmigration+5 | Alex Wagner | Democratic PartyRepublicans+2 | — | ICEimmigration deaths+6 | — | 1h 09m 23s | ||
| 7/7/26 | Trump presidencyPiers Morgan+4 | Mark Hertling | Air ForceNATO | — | TrumpPiers Morgan+5 | — | 59m 41s | ||
| 6/12/26 | political commentaryEpstein files+4 | Jon Favreau | EpsteinTrump+2 | — | Nipple-GateEpstein+8 | — | 1h 18m 49s | ||
| 6/11/26 | Trump's propaganda techniquesIran war+5 | Anne Applebaum | Voice of AmericaThe Time of Cherries+1 | IranUkraine+1 | TrumpIran+5 | — | 49m 43s | ||
| 6/10/26 | democracymidterms+5 | Raphael Warnock | The Crooked Places Made Straight | — | democracymidterms+8 | — | 1h 02m 11s | ||
| 6/9/26 | Trump's approval ratingtech industry+5 | Jason Calacanis | LaunchTrump+2 | — | TrumpSilicon Valley+7 | Trust & WillBULWARK | 1h 14m 40s | ||
| 6/8/26 | Epstein cover-upTrump's influence+4 | Bill Kristol | Carver MatAspen+6 | — | EpsteinTrump+6 | Aura FramesTHEBULWARK | 1h 05m 20s | ||
| 6/5/26 | Trump family corruptionIvanka Trump+4 | Stephanie Ruhle | Trump administration | Middle EastAlbania | Trump familycorruption+5 | — | 1h 00m 27s | ||
| 6/4/26 | billionairespolitical influence+5 | Jonathan V. LastKatherine Pompilio | LawfarePratt | — | billionaire problempublic good+5 | Function HealthTHEBULWARK 25 | 1h 07m 23s | ||
| 6/3/26 | media conspiracypolitical commentary+3 | Luke RussertJosh Turek | CBS NewsThe Washington Post | IowaCalifornia | rightwing conspiracymedia takeover+3 | 3 Day BlindsTHEBULWARK | 1h 11m 11s | ||
| 6/2/26 | Trump's corruptionmoral dilemmas+4 | Derek Thompson | Mere ChristianityPluribus | — | Trumpcorruption+5 | — | 1h 00m 43s | ||
| 6/1/26 | authoritarianismTrump+5 | Bill Kristol | IranKennedy Center | — | Trumpauthoritarianism+5 | IQBARBULWARK | 54m 57s | ||
| 5/8/26 | voter disenfranchisementpartisan gerrymandering+3 | Adam Serwer | The Atlantic | TennesseeVirginia+2 | voting rightsredistricting+6 | — | 55m 07s | ||
| 5/7/26 | Trump's corruptionself-dealing+4 | Isaac Saul | Tangle NewsFCC | Saudi ArabiaIran | Trumpcorruption+8 | 3DayBlindsTHEBULWARK | 1h 04m 32s | ||
| 5/6/26 | IranU.S. foreign policy+5 | Arash AziziJodi Kantor | How to Start: Discovering Your Life's WorkWhat Iranians Want: Women, Life, Freedom+3 | — | IranTrump+7 | BabbelBULWARK | 1h 29m 25s | ||
| 5/5/26 | Constitutionlimited government+4 | Melissa Murray | Carver MatThe Bulwark+1 | — | Constitutiongovernment power+7 | Aura FramesTHEBULWARK | 54m 26s | ||
| 5/4/26 | Trump's policiesNATO relations+4 | Bill Kristol | NATOSCOTUS | — | TrumpNATO+7 | — | 56m 43s |
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
The Bulwark is an independent media outlet known for its in-depth analysis and commentary on American politics and current events, often presenting a conservative viewpoint that diverges from mainstream party lines. Its team comprises experienced journalists and commentators who aim to foster thoughtful political discourse. The Bulwark Podcast stands out for its rigorous exploration of news and political issues, featuring interviews with experts, political analysis, and commentary on contemporary events. With over 500 episodes, the show effectively combines informative discussions with engaging storytelling, making complex topics accessible to listeners. The podcast appeals primarily to politically engaged individuals seeking nuanced perspectives on current affairs. Its audience, which ranges from moderate conservatives to independents, values the show for its commitment to honesty and depth in political discourse, helping listeners navigate the often polarizing landscape of contemporary news.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 1.7M
- Total plays: 1076M
- Total reviews: 12K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 2.6K
Castbox
- Followers: 28K
- Plays: 2.6M
- Reviews: 1.3K
YouTube
- Subscribers: 1.7M
- Views: 1073M
- Videos: 12K
Podcast App
- Followers: 13K
- Reviews: 11K
Audience
general
Key insights
What the show covers
- politics and news commentary
- in-depth political analysis
- weekly news summaries
- expert opinions on current events
Audience interests
- current events analysis
- political commentary
- news updates
- civic engagement discussions
Platform reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- growing listener base
- social media presence likely
- no specific platforms identified
Publishing consistency
- 500 episodes produced
- active for 2 years
- weekly release schedule
- consistent content delivery
Chart history for The Bulwark Podcast
Peaked at #3 in United States, top 10 in 6 of 50 tracked markets, currently #3 in United States.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| TH | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| Canada | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| United States | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| Canada | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| South Africa | — | #10 | #10 | — |
| Australia | — | #11 | #11 | — |
| SG | — | #11 | #11 | — |
| HK | — | #11 | #11 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #12 | #12 | — |
| Finland | — | #12 | #12 | — |
| IS | — | #13 | #13 | — |
| PH | — | #13 | #13 | — |
| Ireland | — | #14 | #14 | — |
| AE | — | #16 | #16 | — |
| VN | — | #16 | #16 | — |
| India | — | #17 | #17 | — |
| TH | — | #18 | #18 | — |
| MY | — | #23 | #23 | — |
| Denmark | — | #26 | #26 | — |
Chart Positions
50 placements across 34 markets.
Chart Positions
50 placements across 34 markets.