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Episode: Trump Caught in Massive Lie as His Tariffs Backfire on Him
Hosts: Jennifer Welch & Angie “Pumps” Sullivan
Date: September 2, 2025

Episode Overview

In this fiery, comedic episode, Jennifer Welch and Angie “Pumps” Sullivan dive deep into recent political developments surrounding Donald Trump, highlighting what they label as a “massive lie” about tariff revenues and the repercussions of his administration’s actions, particularly the financial grift and geopolitical chaos. The duo blend sharp critique with humor as they address corruption, authoritarian propaganda, and hypocrisy among conservative leaders, while warning listeners about the dangerous directions U.S. policy is heading.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump Family’s Ongoing Grift & 2028 Rumblings

• The hosts open by mocking the Trump offspring—specifically, Don Jr. and Eric Trump—ridiculing rumors of Eric floating a 2028 run.
  • “Donald Trump was affirmative action of rich parents. Absolutely. These two, I don't even think that they could bankrupt casinos…so incompetent.” (Angie, 02:20)
• They allege the family has enriched themselves by over $5 billion through questionable crypto and product schemes, calling them out as "con men".

2. Israel, U.S. Aid, and Democratic Paralysis

• Discussion shifts to a recent Trump interview about Israel’s lobbying power, highlighting hypocrisy and lack of moral clarity among Democrats.
  • “Nobody has received more APAC money than Donald Trump.” (Jennifer, 03:31)
  • The hosts criticize both parties for enabling or failing to challenge ongoing U.S. funding for Israel’s military actions in Gaza.
• Angie laments America’s absence at global discussions on the Gaza conflict:
  • “World leaders are gathering this week to talk about the genocide in Gaza. You know who's notably absent from that? The United States.” (Angie, 05:57)

3. The Tariff Lie: Trump’s $8 Trillion Falsehood

• Jennifer exposes the administration’s claim of $8 trillion in tariff revenue as a gross fabrication—actual revenue stands at $115 billion.
  • “The president just claimed $8 trillion in tariff revenue… and the reality is 115 billion.” (Jennifer, 06:32)
• A recent court ruling found the tariffs illegal, with potential refunds now owed.

4. Authoritarian Propaganda & Media Complicity

• Angie and Jennifer assail the administration’s pattern of misinformation and reliance on an uninquisitive population for perpetuating propaganda.
  • “What the White House tells us is not trustworthy, full stop.” (Angie, 08:24)
  • Jennifer notes the spread of false narratives, especially via Fox News, highlighting the intellectual laziness she sees in Trump’s support base.
  • “He operates a propaganda machine like all authoritarians do, like all dictators do.” (Jennifer, 10:55)

5. International Weakness and Putin’s Influence

• Both hosts argue Trump is compromised by Vladimir Putin and unable to stand up to Russian aggression.
  • “In a normal presidency, Putin would have never been in Alaska. There would be sanctions out the wazoo.” (Jennifer, 09:15)
  • Angie calls Trump “the most useful idiot” for Putin. (09:01)

6. GOP Hypocrisy on Crime & State Rights

• Jennifer spotlights the irony of Republican states with high crime rates deploying troops to blue-state cities instead of addressing their own issues.
  • “The crime rate in Oklahoma is higher than it is in California. And you would think that the Bible belt states… would be begging…please send it here. But no…” (Jennifer, 11:46)
  • They argue these leaders weaponize religion and culture wars, while neglecting basic services and infrastructure.

7. Authoritarian Creep: Troops, Elections, and Immigrant Policy

• Angie voices fears of GOP plans to station troops in blue cities ahead of the election:
  • “They're going to have troops in every blue city before the election. So we don't have a midterm.” (Angie, 13:26)
• Jennifer warns that concentration-camp style policies toward immigrants, suspected early by progressives, are in effect.
  • “They’re shipping them to Uganda, to El Salvador and other places without due process…he is trying to subvert democracy on purpose because these policies are that unpopular.” (Jennifer, 13:51)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Trump’s Progeny:

  • “I’m surprised they’re able to get up and put their pants on. They’re so emasculated, they’re pitiful.” (Angie, 02:21)

• On U.S. Foreign Policy:

  • “Americans without healthcare are paying for this.” (Jennifer, 04:09)
  • “Everybody’s acting like it’s normal.” (Angie, 05:59)

• On White House Lies:

  • “The president just claimed $8 trillion in tariff revenue and that actually has not happened.” (Jennifer, 06:23)
  • “It's his imagination and we're just lucky to be living in it.” (Justin Wolfers, quoted by Jennifer, 06:28)

• On Media & Propaganda:

  • “He operates a propaganda machine like all authoritarians do…” (Jennifer, 10:55)
  • “What the White House tells us is not trustworthy, full stop.” (Angie, 08:24)

Important Timestamps

• [01:29] — Satirical introduction of Trump’s children and rumors of an Eric Trump presidential run
• [02:19] — Riff on “affirmative action of rich parents” and the dysfunctionality of MAGA followers
• [03:29] — Trump’s interview about Israel, APAC influence, and U.S. funding of the Gaza war
• [05:57] — U.S. absence at global summit on Gaza and discussion of bipartisan accountability
• [06:23] — Deep dive into the tariff revenue lie and court ruling
• [08:24] — Hostile breakdown of White House lies regarding achievements and statistics
• [09:15] — Trump and Putin: Allegations of compromised leadership
• [10:27] — Poll analysis: Public souring on tariffs
• [11:46] — Crime rates in red states contrasted with GOP rhetoric
• [13:26] — Fears about GOP deploying troops in blue cities to suppress votes
• [13:51] — Evidence of increasingly authoritarian immigrant policies

Tone & Style

Jennifer and Angie blend biting satire, political analysis, and personal outrage in a candid, conversational tone. They use humor and sarcasm to underscore the gravity of the issues, imbuing the episode with urgency and a call for listeners to stay vigilant and active against creeping authoritarianism.

For Listeners

This episode is a rapid-fire breakdown of Trump-era deception and GOP hypocrisy, delivered with comedic bite and Southern sass. It’s particularly insightful for those seeking progressive takes on the latest news, and it doubles as a rallying cry for Democrats and moderates to challenge misinformation and authoritarian drift in the U.S.

Note:

• Ad segments and book promo chatter were omitted to focus on political content.
• For more detailed transcript excerpts, see timestamps above.