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Sam Stein

Mentioned in 25 analyzed podcast episodes across 7 shows

Managing editor at The Bulwark who regularly hosts and moderates episodes of the podcast "Bulwark Takes," covering topics ranging from media consolidation and political corruption to cultural commentary on right-wing figures and federal spending. Known for leading substantive political discussions and live event coverage, including State of the Union analysis.

Appears On

The Bulwark Podcast Bulwark Takes The Next Level Deadline: White House Morning Joe IHIP News Limited Resources

Episode Appearances

The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · May 21, 2026

Amanda Carpenter, Sarah Longwell, & Sam Stein: Trump Gives His Family a Free Pass to Crime

“Co-host analyzing Iran war strategy, congressional dynamics, and healthcare policy impacts”

Trump January 6th Settlement and Immunity ProvisionsTax Crime Immunity for Trump Family MembersIran Regime Change Plot and Ahmadinejad

Bulwark Takes · May 6, 2026

Trump’s Senate Nightmare Is Starting Early

“Primary analyst discussing Trump's ballroom funding, reconciliation bill mechanics, and Democratic Senate strategy”

Trump Ballroom Security FundingReconciliation Bill Process and Republican StrategyDemocratic Senate Pickup Opportunities

The Next Level · May 5, 2026

1078: This is The Stupidest War You Can Possibly Imagine

“Co-host and producer contributing to discussion on Iran war, polling, and Democratic strategy”

Iran Military Conflict and Strait of Hormuz BlockadeGasoline Price Inflation and Supply Chain EconomicsTrump Administration Polling and Approval Ratings

Deadline: White House

Deadline: White House · May 5, 2026

"Americans are feeling the squeeze”

“Discussed reconciliation bill mechanics, ballroom funding, and Senate race dynamics with detailed reporting”

White House Ballroom Funding and Reconciliation Bill PoliticsEconomic Affordability Crisis and Gas Price InflationTrump Administration Corruption and Elite Protection

Bulwark Takes · Apr 26, 2026

White Supremacy on the Right (w/ Tom Joscelyn) | Bulwark on Sunday

“Co-host who discussed White House Correspondents' Dinner security incident with Bill Kristol”

White Supremacy and White Nationalism in American PoliticsGreat Replacement Theory and Demographic AnxietyChristian Nationalism and Religious Extremism

The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · Apr 22, 2026

Sam Stein: Can Trump Avoid Humiliation in Iran?

“Guest discussing Iran policy, cabinet rankings, and Democratic political strategy with host Tim Miller”

Iran Blockade and Strait of Hormuz StrategyTrump's Madman Theory Effectiveness LimitsVirginia Redistricting and Democratic Gerrymandering

Bulwark Takes · Apr 11, 2026

Trump’s Iran War Is Getting More Dangerous, Not Less (w/ Sen. Chris Coons)

“Managing editor of The Bulwark conducting interview and asking follow-up questions on foreign policy and domestic issues”

Iran War Strategic Objectives and Mission CreepCongressional War Powers Authorization and Supplemental AppropriationsNATO Alliance Cohesion Under Trump Administration

Bulwark Takes · Apr 10, 2026

MAGA Influencers Are Salivating Over Jailing Each Other

“Host of the episode discussing MAGA influencer foreign funding allegations and internal movement conflicts.”

DOJ Investigation Rumors and Foreign Influence AllegationsMAGA Civil War Over Iran-Israel Foreign PolicyUndisclosed Foreign Funding of Conservative Influencers

Morning Joe · Apr 8, 2026

David Ignatius: Sigh of relief as U.S. and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire

“Analyzed ceasefire's real costs: $300B munitions, 13 service member deaths, Iranian infrastructure damage, and geopolitical reorientation.”

U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Negotiations and Nuclear Program StatusStrait of Hormuz Control and Global Oil Market ImplicationsTrump Administration War Crimes Rhetoric and International Law

Bulwark Takes · Apr 7, 2026

Right-Wing Figures Revolt Over Trump’s Genocide Threat

“Co-host discussing Trump's Iran rhetoric and right-wing media reactions”

Trump's Iran military escalation and genocide rhetoricRight-wing media criticism of Trump administrationConstitutional limits on presidential war powers

Bulwark Takes · Apr 3, 2026

BREAKING: Trump Unveils Insane New Budget; March Jobs Numbers

“Co-host analyzing Trump's budget proposal and economic policy implications”

Federal Budget Priorities and Fiscal PolicyDefense Spending and Military BudgetHealthcare Funding and Medicaid Cuts

Bulwark Takes · Apr 2, 2026

BREAKING: Trump Fires Pam Bondi

“Moderates discussion on Bondi's firing and analyzes Trump's personnel management strategy”

Pam Bondi's firing as Attorney GeneralEpstein files mishandling and cover-upDOJ weaponization and election interference

Bulwark Takes · Apr 1, 2026

Trump’s Library Looks Like a Wedding Venue in Hell

“Host analyzing Trump Presidential Library renderings”

Trump Presidential Library design and architecturePresidential library business models and revenue generationMiami real estate development and zoning

IHIP News · Apr 1, 2026

Hilarious MAGA Fallout After Noem's Hypocritical Secret Is Leaked, "Everyone Pray"

“Suggested Trump planted the Noem story in media based on his response pattern”

Political hypocrisy and moral inconsistency in conservative politicsLGBTQ+ rights legislation and anti-LGBTQ+ policy under Trump administrationGovernment accountability and ethics in federal agencies

Bulwark Takes · Mar 20, 2026

New Inflation Warnings from Fed; Could Iran War Raise Prices AND Cause Recession?

“Co-host and interviewer exploring worst-case economic scenarios and policy responses”

Strait of Hormuz Disruption and Oil Supply ShockStagflation: Simultaneous Inflation and Recession RiskFederal Reserve Policy Dilemma and Interest Rate Strategy

Bulwark Takes · Mar 20, 2026

“Just Measles” Left Her Sister Disabled for Life (w/ Therese Vogel)

“Host of the episode and moderator of the discussion about vaccines and public health”

Measles vaccine hesitancy and anti-vaccine political movementsHerd immunity thresholds and vaccination rate requirementsMeasles outbreak clusters in South Carolina, Texas, North Carolina, and Florida

Bulwark Takes · Mar 18, 2026

Support for Israel Has Collapsed Among Young Americans

“Host of Bulwark Takes podcast, leads discussion on Israel support collapse among young Americans”

Youth attitudes toward Israel and PalestineAntisemitism on college campusesGen Z political polarization and activism

Limited Resources

Limited Resources · Mar 13, 2026

Limited Resources 844 - The Best Deck in TMNT and Irreplaceable Cube Cards!

“Attended Cold Snap Grand Prix Phoenix with Marshall and others”

TMNT Limited Format AnalysisBlack-White Sneak Archetype StrategySmall Set Design Constraints

Bulwark Takes · Feb 27, 2026

Most CORRUPT Takeover Yet? Trump-Backed Paramount to Buy Warner Bros.

“Bulwark Managing Editor; episode host; framed discussion around political patronage and media consolidation concerns”

Media Consolidation and Antitrust EnforcementTrump Administration's Role in Corporate M&ACNN Editorial Independence and Political Control

Bulwark Takes · Feb 27, 2026

Tim and Will Torture Sam With Candace Owens’ Moronic “Documentary”

“Bulwark host discussing right-wing antisemitism and Jewish political alignment issues”

Antisemitic conspiracy theories in right-wing mediaCandace Owens conspiracy documentary analysisNick Shirley investigative journalism credibility

Bulwark Takes · Feb 26, 2026

Easiest Money Ever: Bet Against Elon!

“Managing editor at The Bulwark; host of the episode discussing prediction markets and federal spending bets”

Prediction Markets and Political BettingFederal Spending and Mandatory EntitlementsElon Musk and DOGE Credibility

Bulwark Takes · Feb 25, 2026

LIVE: State of the Union Coverage From the Bulwark (W/ Pete Buttigieg)

“Bulwark managing editor; primary host and moderator of live State of the Union coverage”

Trump's Economic Claims and Inflation NarrativeMass Deportation and ICE OperationsTariff Policy and Supreme Court Ruling

Bulwark Takes · Feb 23, 2026

Did Taxpayers Just Fund Kash Patel’s Olympic Getaway?

“Co-host of Bulwark Takes, moderator of inaugural MAGA Mondays episode”

Government Jet Misuse and Taxpayer AccountabilityFBI Leadership and Institutional IntegrityU.S.-Israel Diplomatic Relations

The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · Jan 15, 2026

Sam Stein: Trump Is Trying to Instigate Unrest

“Managing Editor of The Bulwark, co-host discussing Trump's authoritarian tactics and cabinet incompetence”

ICE Enforcement Operations and Federal Overreach in MinneapolisInsurrection Act Invocation and Military Deployment ThreatsFirst Amendment Press Freedom and FBI Targeting of Journalists

The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · Jan 8, 2026

Ryan Grim: An Unconscionable Reaction to a Summary Execution

“Worked with Ryan Grimm for nearly decade; mentioned in opening banter”

Police Use of Force and Qualified ImmunityICE Enforcement Operations and Civilian DeathsGovernment Disinformation and Narrative Control