The MeidasTouch Podcast: Fox News Has Meltdown on Air Over Trump War Failure
Release Date: June 28, 2025
Hosts: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas

Overview

In this episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast, the Meiselas brothers delve into the chaotic response from Fox News following the recent military strikes ordered by former President Donald Trump against Iranian nuclear facilities. The discussion highlights Fox News' perceived meltdown, the rhetoric used by its hosts and affiliated politicians, and the broader implications for American democracy and media integrity.

Main Discussion: Fox News' Reaction to Trump's Military Strikes

The hosts open the episode by addressing the fallout on Fox News after the recent military operations led by Donald Trump were deemed unsuccessful by Pentagon assessments.

Ben:
"Fox News was in full meltdown mode as it became clear that Trump's strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities were a failure."
[00:59]

Propaganda Tactics and the "Daddy" Narrative

A significant portion of the episode critiques Fox News' use of familial metaphors to portray Trump as an infallible leader.

Charlie Hurt (Fox News Co-Host):
"Daddy's home. The Republican Party is back to being the Daddy Party. He gets things done."
[02:04]

Kevin McCarthy (Representative):
"We're getting to that. The Democrats have gone so far left, they're socialists. It's President Trump that's really in the middle."
[05:03]

The hosts argue that referring to Trump as "Daddy" undermines democratic principles, portraying him more as an authoritarian figure rather than a democratically elected leader.

Leaks and Accusations of Treason

The podcast delves into allegations surrounding leaked classified information about the Iran strikes, with Fox News commentators labeling the leakers as traitors.

Jesse Waters (Fox News Propagandist):
"The people who leaked the classified information regarding the military operations in Iran should be killed. Death penalty."
[03:45]

Kevin McCarthy:
"It's treasonous and should be treated as such."
[07:53]

The hosts emphasize the danger of such rhetoric, highlighting the potential erosion of civil liberties and the alarm it should raise about media integrity.

Critique of Fox News' Consistency and Bias

The discussion points out inconsistencies in Fox News' narrative, especially regarding their stance on socialism and their treatment of political opponents.

Laura Ingraham (Fox News Host):
"We need the rich people to come together. Rich people should band together, donate a lot of money..."
[04:56]

The podcast hosts criticize Fox News for labeling Democrats as socialists while promoting policies that favor billionaires, arguing that this hypocrisy serves oligarchic interests rather than the American populace.

Impact on American Democracy and Media Trust

Ron Filipkowski (MeidasTouch Network Editor in Chief):
"We've given Iran breathing room that they need. They are strengthening their relationship with China, both economically and politically. The world is a much more dangerous place."
[17:32]

The episode underscores the negative ramifications of Fox News' coverage on national security and global stability, questioning the channel's commitment to factual reporting over partisan propaganda.

Conclusion: The Need for Media Accountability

The Meiselas brothers conclude by urging listeners to critically assess media sources and recognize the dangers of unchecked propaganda. They advocate for supporting objective journalism that prioritizes truth and democratic values over sensationalism and political bias.

Ben:
"It's time the American people wake up and realize these are oligarchs themselves shilling for the oligarchs. We hit subscribe Dangerous. Let's get to 6 million subscribers."
[17:53]

Notable Quotes

• Charlie Hurt: "The Republican Party is back to being the Daddy Party. He gets things done."
  [02:04]

• Jesse Waters: "They should be killed. Death penalty."
  [03:45]

• Kevin McCarthy: "It's treasonous and should be treated as such."
  [07:53]

• Ron Filipkowski: "The world is a much more dangerous place than it was two weeks ago."
  [17:32]

• Ben: "It's time the American people wake up and realize these are oligarchs themselves shilling for the oligarchs."
  [17:53]

Key Takeaways

• Media Responsibility: The episode emphasizes the critical role of media in safeguarding democracy and the dangers posed by partisan propaganda.

• Political Rhetoric: The use of familial terms like "Daddy" to describe political leaders is scrutinized as a tactic to entrench authoritarian sentiments.

• National Security: Allegations of treason and the mishandling of classified information are discussed as serious threats to national integrity.

• Public Awareness: The Meiselas brothers advocate for increased media literacy among the public to discern factual reporting from biased narratives.

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