The Bulwark Podcast

Notes on Being a Man

Scott Galloway

The book, Scott Galloway's latest work, was mentioned in the context of his other projects like hosting three (or four) podcasts.

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Author, including his most recent notes on being a man. We're going to discuss manhood in a minute.

Hated by All the Right People

Jason Zengerle

This was Jason Zengerle's brand new book about Tucker Carlson and the unraveling of the conservative mind. The discussion focused on Tucker Carlson's origin story, his time at CNN's Crossfire, and his evolving political and ideological stances over the years. The speaker noted that the book was a deep dive into Carlson's professional life to tell the larger story of conservative media and politics.

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You got a new book out. And before we got to Tucker, I wanted to pick your brain on another one of the favorites of the pod, a guy named Stephen Miller. You wrote a long profile about him last summer, The Ruthless Ambition of Stephen Miller.

The Hardest Job in the World

John Dickerson

The book was referenced as one John Dickerson wrote, which provided context for discussions about the obligations of the presidency, particularly concerning temperament and hiring staff.

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In the context of that book, The Hardest Job in the World that you wrote, just I talk a little bit just about FEMA and the challenge that it presents and how that might reflect on who Trump might be looking to to fill those roles in a second term.

The Book Thief (Anniversary Edition)

Markus Zusak

Michael Weiss mentioned he has a forthcoming book about Russia's Intel agency, the GRU.

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He's a forthcoming book about the GRU, Russia's Intel agency.

Any Given Tuesday

Lis Smith

The guest mentioned writing about an interaction she had with Jimmy Carter in Plains, Georgia, during Pete Buttigieg's presidential race in this book.

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I actually wrote about this in my book.

Following the Authoritarian’s Playbook

Dr. Rufus O. Jimerson

Amanda Carpenter is the co-author of this book, which was mentioned in the podcast introduction.

Fools on the Hill

Dana Milbank

It covers the 2022 House GOP class, focusing on their actions and inactions during their time in office. The author described them as exceeding expectations in terms of their dysfunction and ineffectiveness, even surpassing his own expectations.

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It's Dana Milbank. I thought my subhead of my book was obnoxious, but that one is really, you just really go for it there.

The American Miracle

Michael Medved

It was discussed as underpinning Medved's podcast of the same name and a film adaptation. The book explores the idea of America having a special mission, not for special privileges but special responsibilities.

God's Hand on America

Michael Medved

This book, along with "The American Miracle," was mentioned as having won over many listeners and readers who appreciated the books' messages.

Right Turns

Michael Medved

This book chronicles Medved's journey from being involved in the Kennedy campaign to becoming a conservative talk show host. It details his experiences working with police officers in the Bay Area and his shift in political views.

American Ramble

Neil King

It was written following a walk across America, and was described as a great read by the podcast hosts. Neil King Jr. was remembered fondly as a great reporter and father.

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He wrote a book about it. I'll put the link to the book in the show notes as well.

Lucky Loser

Russ Buettner

It details Donald Trump's financial history, revealing how he squandered his father's fortune and created a false image of success. The authors explored his business dealings, bankruptcies and the role of 'The Apprentice' in his rise.

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This is not one of those Donald Trump books. It's like, Orange Man Bad, which he has 200 pages. And we're out. This is deep, deep research about his finances.