John Bolton

Mentioned in 14 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

Former U.S. National Security Advisor and U.N. Ambassador known for hawkish foreign policy positions, particularly regarding Iran and regime change advocacy. Podcasts discuss his involvement in Trump administration decisions on military intervention, his criticism of Trump's handling of Iran strategy, and ongoing legal issues related to alleged classified document handling. He remains a prominent figure in debates over U.S. military policy and presidential authority.

Appears On

Armstrong & Getty On Demand KCRW's Left, Right & Center Anderson Cooper 360 Macroaggressions Bulwark Takes Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar Inside Trump's Head Consider This from NPR Mysterious Radio: Paranormal, UFO and Lore Interviews The Oath and The Office

Episode Appearances

Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 15, 2026

And The Horse You Rode In On

“Interviewed on Iran strategy, advocated for increased pressure rather than ceasefire”

Tax withholding psychology and fiscal policy reformCongressional sexual misconduct and accountability mechanismsUS-Iran naval blockade and economic sanctions strategy

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KCRW's Left, Right & Center · Apr 10, 2026

Trump Threatens An Apocalypse…To Maybe Get A Ceasefire?

“Quoted expressing support for regime change in Iran but criticism of Trump's execution and unclear objectives”

Iran Military Conflict and Ceasefire NegotiationsTrump Administration Foreign Policy StrategyCongressional DHS Funding and ICE Policy Reform

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Anderson Cooper 360 · Apr 10, 2026

Trump Lashes Out at Iran Over Strait of Hormuz

“Foreign policy expert warning that Trump's eagerness to exit signals weakness to Iran and advocating military action on Strait control”

Iran Nuclear Negotiations and DenuclearizationStrait of Hormuz Control and Freedom of NavigationU.S.-Iran Military Escalation and Ceasefire Terms

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Macroaggressions · Mar 27, 2026

Flashback Friday | #414: The Red Sea Shooting Gallery

“Political figure criticized for advocating military intervention against Iran”

Red Sea Maritime Security and Houthi Missile AttacksBab el-Mandeb and Strait of Hormuz Chokepoint GeopoliticsBRICS Expansion and Strategic Port Control

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Bulwark Takes · Feb 28, 2026

Trump Goes to War: Iran Strike Breaks Promise of No Regime Change

“Former national security advisor claiming Iraq War was success, representing regime change advocacy”

Iran Regime Change Military OperationCongressional War Powers AuthorizationTrump Foreign Policy Contradiction

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Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Feb 28, 2026

2/28/26: K&S React: TRUMP LAUNCHES REGIME CHANGE IRAN WAR

“Former National Security Advisor and longtime Iran hawk celebrating regime change war launch”

Iran Regime Change War - Military Operations and Strategic ObjectivesCongressional War Powers Authority and Constitutional ViolationsIsraeli-American Strategic Alliance and Regional Hegemony

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Inside Trump's Head · Feb 27, 2026

Proof Trump, 79, Has Lost Grip on Reality: Wolff

“Former National Security Advisor; criticized Trump's inability to focus on briefings regarding Iran strategy”

Trump's State of the Union Speech AnalysisCongressional Oversight Hearing PoliticizationEpstein Files and Connected Figures

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Consider This from NPR · Feb 26, 2026

Why Tim Kaine is pursuing a war powers resolution – again

“Former National Security Advisor and U.N. Ambassador who is now a vocal critic of Trump's Iran policy and approach to military decision-making”

War Powers Resolution and Congressional AuthorityU.S.-Iran Nuclear NegotiationsPresidential Military Powers vs. Constitutional Authority

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Mysterious Radio: Paranormal, UFO and Lore Interviews · Feb 26, 2026

Hidden History: Crimes, Conspiracies and Cover-Ups

“Trump's national security advisor described as psychopath and war hawk who advocated military intervention globally”

JFK Assassination Investigation and Cover-UpJFK Jr. Death as Potential AssassinationCOVID-19 Pandemic Response and Economic Impact

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Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Feb 20, 2026

2/20/26: Epstein Billionaire Wexner Drops BOMBSHELLS, Iran War LOOMS, Dem Tea Party Gains Steam

“Former national security advisor whose AOL account was hacked by Iran, allegedly containing classified intelligence”

Iran-US Military Escalation and Nuclear DiplomacyDemocratic Party Leadership and Anti-War PositioningEpstein Intelligence Network Connections

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The Oath and The Office · Feb 12, 2026

DOJ Payback Politics (with Preet Bharara)

“Indicted for alleged classified document sharing; case analyzed as hybrid of legitimate charges and political retaliation”

Presidential Immunity and Constitutional LimitsDOJ Independence and PoliticizationFirst Amendment Press Freedom Protections

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The Oath and The Office · Jan 22, 2026

DOJ vs. Trump: The Indictment That Never Came (with Glenn Kirschner)

“Trump official facing prosecution for classified information violations, potentially successful vindictive prosecution”

Cabinet-Level Impeachment as Constitutional CheckDOJ Weaponization and Prosecutorial VindictivenessFederal Reserve Independence and Presidential Firing Power

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Autocracy in America · Aug 1, 2025

The Ambassador

“Former U.S. Ambassador to UN and National Security Advisor; primary guest discussing Trump foreign policy critique”

NATO alliance sustainability and Article 5 commitment credibilityTrump administration foreign policy strategy and isolationismU.S.-Ukraine military aid and intelligence support

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Autocracy in America · Sep 27, 2024

Join the Kleptocracy

“Described Trump's near-withdrawal from NATO and pattern of prioritizing personal relationships with autocrats over US interests”

NATO alliance and collective defenseKleptocracy and state captureDark money in American politics

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