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The Focus Group Podcast

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by The Bulwark

4.7(506 reviews)
172 episodes
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Unfiltered, uncompromising, unexpected—The Focus Group is a look into what the average voter thinks about politics, policy, and current events. Sarah Longwell, publisher of The Bulwark, has conducted hundreds of hours of focus groups all across the country. She and a series of special guests will take you behind the glass to hear what real focus group participants have to say. <a href="https://www.thebulwark.com/podcast/focus-group/">https://www.thebulwark.com/podcast/focus-group/</a>

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Recent Episodes

Episode thumbnail for S6 Ep59: LIVE from San Francisco: Focus Groups Are Revealing a HUGE Weakness for Republicans

September 19, 2026

S6 Ep59: LIVE from San Francisco: Focus Groups Are Revealing a HUGE Weakness for Republicans

Sarah and Pod Save America’s Dan Pfeiffer discuss focus groups and reveal a significant weakness for Republicans, offering insights from her book 'How to Eat an Elephant'.

Episode thumbnail for S6 Ep58: Something's Happening in Texas (with Chris Hooks)

September 12, 2026

S6 Ep58: Something's Happening in Texas (with Chris Hooks)

Host Chris Hooks interviews guests about the Texas Senate race, exploring how Ken Paxton's controversies and James Talarico's appeal contribute to a potential Democratic victory.

Episode thumbnail for S6 Ep57: The GOP is MIA in North Carolina (with Chris Cooper)

September 5, 2026

S6 Ep57: The GOP is MIA in North Carolina (with Chris Cooper)

Host Chris Cooper interviews political analyst Dr. Chris Cooper about the Republican Party's challenges in North Carolina and the potential impact of former Gov. Roy Cooper's influence.

172 total episodes available with 132 transcripts

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What is The Focus Group Podcast?

Unfiltered, uncompromising, unexpected—The Focus Group is a look into what the average voter thinks about politics, policy, and current events. Sarah Longwell, publisher of The Bulwark, has conducted hundreds of hours of focus groups all across the country. She and a series of special guests will take you behind the glass to hear what real focus group participants have to say.

<a href="https://www.thebulwark.com/podcast/focus-group/">https://www.thebulwark.com/podcast/focus-group/</a>

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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