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Sarah Longwell

Mentioned in 16 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows

Publisher and co-founder of The Bulwark, a conservative political outlet, known for conducting focus groups with voters across the political spectrum to understand Republican and Trump voter sentiment. Appears frequently as a political analyst and commentator on podcasts discussing contemporary political issues, institutional trust, and authoritarian governance. Recognized for intellectual integrity in conservative commentary and deep research into voter rationalization and political messaging.

Episode Appearances

Bulwark Takes

Bulwark Takes · Apr 3, 2026

Even Tim and Sarah Disagree on Hasan Piker

Co-host and author arguing against platforming Piker; advocates independent credibility-building on foreign policy

Hasan Piker and far-left streaming politicsDemocratic Party coalition strategy and tent boundariesU.S. military involvement in Iran and Middle East policy
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Bulwark Takes

Bulwark Takes · Apr 2, 2026

BREAKING: Trump Fires Pam Bondi

Discusses Epstein cover-up as original sin behind Bondi's firing

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

Bulwark Takes · Mar 22, 2026

Rep. Lizzie Fletcher: Texas May Finally Be in Play

Host of the podcast episode, Kenyon College alumna conducting interview with Rep. Fletcher

Texas Congressional Redistricting and GerrymanderingDemocratic Strategy in Republican-Leaning StatesHispanic Voter Realignment in Texas
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Making Sense with Sam Harris

Making Sense with Sam Harris · Mar 6, 2026

#462 — More From Sam: The Iran War, American Amorality, Addressing Hopelessness, Tucker, and More

Bulwark commentator discussed in context of Democratic strategy lessons from Trump's norm-breaking

Iran Military Intervention and Regime ChangeU.S. Foreign Policy Under Trump AdministrationInternational Norms and Rules of Engagement
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Bulwark Takes

Bulwark Takes · Feb 28, 2026

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

Bulwark publisher discussing MAGA base fracturing and erosion of institutional trust in government information

Iran Regime Change Military OperationCongressional War Powers AuthorizationTrump Foreign Policy Contradiction
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Bulwark Takes

Bulwark Takes · Feb 25, 2026

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

Bulwark contributor; joined coverage after birthday dinner; provided analysis of speech messaging

Trump's Economic Claims and Inflation NarrativeMass Deportation and ICE OperationsTariff Policy and Supreme Court Ruling
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Making Sense with Sam Harris

Making Sense with Sam Harris · Feb 13, 2026

#459 — More From Sam: Corruption, Immigration, The End of White-Collar Work, and More

Conservative commentator and co-founder of The Bulwark, praised for intellectual integrity and trustworthiness

Trump Administration Corruption and Financial Conflicts of InterestCryptocurrency and Foreign Investment in U.S. AdministrationAI Chip Export Policy and National Security
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Runaway Country with Alex Wagner

Runaway Country with Alex Wagner · Feb 12, 2026

14: The Epstein Administration

The Bulwark political analyst; discussed Epstein scandal's political implications and voter messaging

Epstein Files Release and Government TransparencyTrump Administration Corruption and AccountabilityElite Networks and Systemic Corruption
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Making Sense with Sam Harris

Making Sense with Sam Harris · Feb 11, 2026

#458 — The Bulwark Against MAGA

Co-founder of The Bulwark, conducts focus groups with voters to understand Republican base rationalization of Trump support

Trump's norm-breaking and democratic erosionRepublican Party realignment and factionalismRight-wing media ecosystem and propaganda
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The Focus Group Podcast

The Focus Group Podcast · Feb 7, 2026

S6 Ep23: Young Trump Voters Have Feelings (with Rachel Janfaza)

Publisher of The Bulwark and host conducting focus groups with Gen Z Trump voters to understand political preferences

Gen Z Political Preferences and Voter BehaviorEconomic Anxiety and Cost of Living Impact on YouthForeign Policy Isolationism and America First Ideology
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The Focus Group Podcast

The Focus Group Podcast · Jan 31, 2026

S6 Ep22: Put Excuses on ICE (with Adrian Carrasquillo)

Publisher of The Bulwark and host of The Focus Group podcast conducting voter focus groups on immigration

ICE enforcement operations and tactics in American citiesVoter perception of immigration policy implementation vs. campaign promisesExcessive force and accountability in federal law enforcement
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The Next Level

The Next Level · Jan 30, 2026

1052: Secret Podcast: Trump Begins Arresting Journalists

Publisher of The Bulwark and co-host; discusses journalist arrests and authoritarian governance tactics.

Journalist Arrest and Press FreedomAuthoritarian Governance TacticsSelective Law Enforcement and Political Targeting
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The Focus Group Podcast

The Focus Group Podcast · Jan 24, 2026

S6 Ep21: The Heebie Jeebie GOP (with Will Sommer)

Bulwark publisher and Focus Group Podcast host; conducts swing voter research on Republican political attitudes

2028 Presidential Election DynamicsMAGA Establishment vs America First Ideological SplitSwing Voter Sentiment on Republican Candidates
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The Focus Group Podcast

The Focus Group Podcast · Jan 17, 2026

S6 Ep20: Playing Stupid Games, Winning Stupid Prizes (with Bill Kristol)

Publisher of The Bulwark; hosts episode analyzing Trump's first year, focus group findings, and elite failure to oppose authoritarianism

ICE Accountability and Police MilitarizationFederal Reserve Independence vs. Presidential PressureEpstein Files Transparency and Elite Protection
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The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · Jan 14, 2026

Mark Hertling: The Cowards of ICE

Co-host of relaunched legal news podcast 'Illegal News' covering DOJ and legal developments

ICE Agent Accountability and Masked OperationsConstitutional Rights and Law Enforcement PracticesIran Uprising and Regime Crackdown Response
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The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · Jan 7, 2026

George Conway: Trump Is a Vampire

Previously co-hosted Bulwark podcast with Conway; mentioned as fellow podcaster in NY-12 race

Congressional oversight and impeachment strategyExecutive branch accountability and constitutional lawWar Powers Act reform and enforcement mechanisms
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