The MeidasTouch Podcast
Episode Title: Entire World Goes to War as Trump makes Fool of Himself
Date: December 8, 2025
Hosts: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas
Overview
This episode, hosted by the Meiselas brothers, dives into the escalating global conflicts in Cambodia-Thailand, Congo-Rwanda, and Ukraine, alongside the dramatic shifts in U.S. foreign policy under the Trump administration. The brothers dissect the ongoing deterioration of international peace, Trump's fake "peace deals," and America's weakened global standing. Delivered in their trademark blend of incisive analysis and sharp banter, the episode spotlights critical world events largely underreported—or misreported—by mainstream U.S. media.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Escalation at the Cambodia-Thailand Border
- 01:52 – 06:51: Ben breaks down the conflict on the Cambodia-Thailand border:
- Airstrikes by Thailand into Cambodia following alleged Cambodian aggression.
- Each side blames the other; civilians are fleeing, and over 600 schools shut.
- Trump's earlier "peace deal" between Thailand and Cambodia is revealed to be an empty photo op, dismissed as another Trump "fraud."
- China’s involvement behind the scenes is ignored by Trump, offending Beijing.
- Quote (Ben, 02:57): “Donald Trump’s so-called ceasefire or peace deal between Thailand and Cambodia is done. Frankly, it never existed in the first place… it was another Donald Trump fraud where he brought the sides together to take a photo.”
- Plays local news coverage confirming the violence and evacuation, highlighting the chaos and the difficulty of establishing the true perpetrator.
- Correspondent Saksha Sai Sambar (06:51): “It’s really hard to ascertain who really shot first here right now.”
2. Intensifying Conflict in Congo-Rwanda
- 08:17 – 10:42: Ben exposes the reality behind Trump’s staged peace agreements:
- Trump held a meeting between Congo and Rwanda’s leaders, absent any rebel group representation—Ben calls it a "fake deal."
- M23 incursions (rebel group with alleged Rwandan ties) intensify immediately post “peace deal,” underlining the sham.
- Hundreds flee South Kivu after fresh attacks, putting “Washington Accord” into question.
- Correspondent Safina Chingouma (10:06): “Even before the ink on this landmark diplomatic agreement dried, fighting has flared up again… blaming each other for the spate of attacks across north and South Kivu.”
3. U.S. Foreign Policy’s Radical Shift (National Security Strategy)
- 10:42 – 13:20: The hosts discuss the Trump administration’s new national security strategy:
- Official U.S. policy now seeks to undermine the European Union and block NATO expansion.
- Retired General Ben Hodges calls the policy “a giant middle finger to Europe,” warning it cedes Eastern Europe to Putin and puts the continent on a path to war.
- Quote (Ben Hodges, 11:40): “I think the happiest person in the world with this document is Vladimir Putin… this strategy cedes Europe to the Russian sphere of influence. And this is out in the open now.”
- Quote (Ben Hodges, 12:24): “Historic in terms of American failure, turning our back on not only our allies of over 80 years, but also… damaging ourselves.”
- The hosts contrast this radical break from bipartisan norms and highlight increasing danger for Ukraine and NATO allies.
4. The Situation in Ukraine—Escalating Attacks, Global Reactions
- 15:09 – 17:49: Updates from Ukrainian President Zelensky and shifting U.S. alignment:
- Zelensky describes relentless Russian attacks, with more than 1600 drones, 1200 bombs, and 70 missiles used against Ukraine in a week.
- Russia’s Peskov expresses satisfaction with American policy now matching Russian interests.
- Japan files diplomatic complaints after Chinese aircraft threaten Japanese jets—Trump pressures Japan’s Prime Minister at China’s urging.
- U.S. is perceived as “doing the bidding of Xi Jinping,” while Trump’s policies push allies toward self-reliance and rearmament (e.g., Germany).
5. Analysis of Trump’s Fake Diplomacy and Disinformation
- 19:37 – 21:22: Ben exposes and mocks Trump’s fake peace prizes and staged diplomacy:
- Trump brags about the "Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords" (between Thailand and Cambodia) and gets a fake FIFA Peace Prize for “solving eight wars”—both events dismissed as pure fantasy.
- Trump (19:37): “These gentlemen are about to sign what we're calling the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords. Good name. Both countries are agreeing to cease all hostilities... I have no doubt that it will.”
- Ben (20:11): “Just another made up thing… Donald, you traitor.”—on Trump’s claim Zelensky hasn’t read the Ukrainian “peace proposal,” which is widely known to be a surrender document favoring Russia.
6. The State of Global Alliances—America’s Waning Power
- 23:24 – 24:26: Rapid shifts in world order:
- Modi meets with Putin; Macron with Xi Jinping; France’s nuclear deterrent threatened by suspected Russian drones.
- Europe moves to rearm as NATO fractures and Russian influence grows.
- Ben (23:24): "America’s becoming the weakest, the weakest right now… the level of changes in the past week is unprecedented. We haven’t seen anything like this since what happened right before World War I, frankly, is kind of the closest analog.”
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Trump’s Fake Peace Efforts:
- Ben (02:57): “It was a fugazi. It was another Donald Trump fraud where he brought the sides together in late October to take a photo.”
- On U.S. Policy Toward Europe:
- Ret. Gen. Hodges (11:40): “This is a giant middle finger to… Europe by this administration… this strategy cedes Europe to the Russian sphere of influence.”
- On Ukraine:
- Zelensky (15:09, paraphrasing): “Whether there will be peace depends entirely on Russia, on our collective pressure on Russia, and on the sound negotiating positions of us, Europe, and all our other partners.”
- On Trump’s FIFA Peace Prize:
- Trump (22:44): “I settled eight wars and we have a ninth coming, which nobody’s ever done before. But I want to really save lives. I don’t need prizes.”
- Ben (21:22): “No one takes this guy fricking seriously. He’s a fricking clown. You’re a traitor. You’re a treasonous piece of crap. Call out this fascist, vile regime for what it is because they are making us so much weaker.”
Important Segment Timestamps
- 02:57–06:51: Breakdown of Cambodia-Thailand conflict and exposure of Trump’s photo-op diplomacy
- 08:17–10:42: Congo-Rwanda situation post "peace deal," rising violence
- 10:42–13:20: Trump-era U.S. national security policy, European concerns, and reactions
- 15:09–17:49: Ukraine’s current plight and U.S./Russia alignment
- 19:37–21:22: Trump’s delusional peace claims, fake UNESCO/FIFA prize
- 23:24–24:26: Global order shifting, major world leaders realigning, WWII analogies
Tone and Style
The episode maintains the MeidasTouch signature blend of impassioned political commentary, brotherly camaraderie, ridicule of political figures (especially Trump), and unapologetic pro-democracy advocacy. Their language is candid, irreverent, and direct, especially when addressing the consequences of current U.S. foreign policy.
Summary
The hosts frame this moment as a perilous turning point in global geopolitics. Wars escalate in Cambodia-Thailand and Congo-Rwanda despite Trump’s publicity stunts. New U.S. foreign policy openly undermines Europe and emboldens Putin, leaving Ukraine and NATO exposed. Trump’s self-aggrandizing "peace" narratives unravel under scrutiny, and America’s abdication of leadership invites global chaos and new power alignments. The MeidasTouch brothers argue passionately for truth, accountability, and solidarity with democratic allies, urging listeners to stay informed—and involved—at a world-historic crossroads.