The MeidasTouch Podcast

Episode: Trump Has Disaster Speech Before Confused World Leaders
Date: October 13, 2025
Hosts: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas

Episode Overview

In this episode, the MeidasTouch brothers break down Donald Trump’s disastrous speech delivered in front of global leaders in Italy following a ceasefire announcement between Israel and Hamas. The hosts dissect Trump’s self-congratulatory and erratic remarks, the awkward reactions from world leaders, and the political context surrounding both the speech and the ongoing Middle East issues. Through their signature blend of sharp critique, fact-checking, and witty banter, the brothers highlight the international implications of Trump’s performance and provide an honest alternative to the corporate news spin.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump’s Speech to World Leaders: Self-Aggrandizement and Gaffes

• Opening Remarks: Trump opens by praising Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, openly disregarding the skepticism in the room and making the speech about himself. The hosts note the visible discomfort from other world leaders, particularly UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

• Notable Quote:
  "I know a lot of people don't agree with me, but I'm the only one that matters. You are fantastic… We're behind you 100%. That's Hungary."
  — Donald Trump (01:34)

• Abraham Accords Boasting: Trump claims credit for the Abraham Accords and belittles the Biden Administration, conflating facts and mispronouncing “Avraham.” The panel notes the perplexity of Georgia Meloni’s expressions during Trump’s monologue.

• Host Commentary:
  "All Donald Trump wanted to do was take personal credit and make this about him."
  — Political Commentator (00:28)

2. False Economic Claims

• Inflated Investments: Trump claims the US has brought in "$17-$18 trillion" in investments in a single year, a figure the hosts quickly debunk.

• Notable Quote:
  "We're close to breaking $18 trillion in eight months. That's pretty amazing. No country's ever done that."
  — Donald Trump (03:28)

• Host Fact-check:
  "It's not even a trillion. He's just completely made this up."
  — Political Commentator (03:02)

3. Bizarre Personal Interactions and Gaffes

• Friends and Foes: Trump publicly muses about both liking and disliking leaders in the room, then hints about “maybe” revealing who he despises.

• Awkward Remarks about Giorgia Meloni: Trump calls the Italian PM “beautiful,” and “a beautiful young woman,” disregarding political norms and making Meloni visibly uncomfortable.

• Notable Quotes:
  "I have a couple I don't like in particular, but I won't tell you who. I have. Actually, a few of them I don't like at all, but you'll never find out who they are. Maybe you will, come to think of it."
  — Donald Trump (04:17)
  "She's a beautiful young woman. Now, if you use the word beautiful in the United States about a woman, that's the end of your political career. But I'll take my chances. Where is she? There she is. You don't mind being called beautiful, right?"
  — Donald Trump (04:58)

• Geopolitical Slip-Up: Trump refers to Mark Carney, the Prime Minister of Canada, as “President,” despite Carney standing behind him. Carney humorously acknowledges the mistake post-speech.

• Notable Quote (Carney):
  "I'm glad you upgraded me to president. I'm actually the Prime Minister of Canada."
  — Mark Carney (11:39)

4. Family and Favoritism

• Nepotism on Display: Trump name-checks Jared Kushner and highlights Ivanka’s presence, having her stand up to the crowd.
• Notable Quote:
  "And I even have my daughter here. Ivanka. Ivanka, please stand up. Ivanka is here. Wow."
  — Donald Trump (06:18)

5. International Reactions and Odd Endorsements

• Nobel Peace Prize Suggestion: Pakistan’s leader nominates Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize based on inaccurate claims about mediation between India and Pakistan, linking the instance to financial interests involving Trump's crypto fund.
• Reaction Highlight:
  • Italian PM Meloni’s discomfort is pointed out as the moment unfolds.

6. Misleading or Confusing Anecdotes

• Air Force One and the Egyptian Desert: Trump baffles the room with an aside about Air Force One being "covered with Egyptian desert," leaving the panel confused.

• Notable Quote:
  "Air Force One was really, it was covered with Egyptian desert just a few months ago."
  — Donald Trump (09:40)

• Attempts at Diplomacy: Trump thanks the “President” of Canada and addresses the “Sheikh of the UAE”—who isn’t present, then claims “he’s here in spirit.”

• Wealth Comments: Trump’s comment about the UAE having “unlimited cash” during a handshake with UAE officials is highlighted.

7. Sideline Business and Quid Pro Quos

• Indonesia Chat: Trump and the Indonesian leader have a side conversation about discussing matters with Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., with vague hints at potential business deals.
• Host’s Critical Take:
  "It does seem like a business related thing and quid pro quos going on before our eyes."
  — Political Commentator (12:06)

8. Middle East Ceasefire: The Real Stakes

• Israeli Ceasefire Context: The hosts distinguish the current ceasefire from a true peace deal, noting immediate ongoing violence and the militarization (not demilitarization) of certain areas despite the announcement.
• Fact-focused Reporting:
  • Israeli forces are preparing for operations against Hamas terror tunnels.
  • Hamas is reasserting violent control in Gaza, "policing" and executing rivals—context not widely covered in mainstream US media.
• Notable Quote:
  "You have 2 million people going back to buildings that have been demolished and a lot of bad things can happen. So we want it to be... safe. I, I think it's going to be fine. Who knows for sure, Katie? But I think it's going to be fine."
  — Donald Trump (14:38)

9. Trump’s Ambivalence on Two-State Solution

• When asked, Trump dodges taking a stance on the two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, claiming he’ll “go with what do they agree to?”
• Notable Quote:
  "Today I don't have a view. I'm going to go with what do they agree to?"
  — Donald Trump (15:57)

10. Critique of Corporate Media Coverage

• The hosts position their coverage as a fact-driven antidote to superficial mainstream reporting, urging listeners to support independent, in-depth media.

Noteworthy Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Trump’s oratory style:
  "All Donald Trump wanted to do was take personal credit and make this about him."
  — Political Commentator (00:28)

• On women in politics:
  "She's a beautiful young woman. Now, if you use the word beautiful in the United States about a woman, that's the end of your political career. But I'll take my chances."
  — Donald Trump (04:58)

• On inflated investment numbers:
  "We're close to breaking $18 trillion in eight months. That's pretty amazing. No country's ever done that."
  — Donald Trump (03:28)

• On global leadership misunderstandings:
  "I'm glad you upgraded me to president. I'm actually the Prime Minister of Canada."
  — Mark Carney (11:39)

• On the state of Middle East peace:
  "If this cease fire plan doesn't lead to a two state solution, if Hamas is rearming itself... I'm just trying to provide the data points here about what, to me an incredible accomplishment, that the hostages have been returned ... I'm just trying to reflect on the situation and the dynamic that I gave you and remember that that moment where George W. Bush was on the aircraft carrier and said, like, mission accomplished."
  — Political Commentator (16:02, 17:01)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [01:34] — Trump’s praise of Viktor Orbán and world leader reactions
• [02:21] — Trump on Abraham Accords, mispronunciations, Italian PM’s reaction
• [03:28] — Trump’s false claims about trillions in investments
• [04:17] — Trump’s rambling about friends and hidden foes in the room
• [04:58] — Awkward, sexist remarks about Italian PM Meloni
• [05:50] — Confusion over the Canadian leader’s title
• [06:18] — Trump touts involvement of family members at the event
• [08:47] — Pakistan’s leader nominates Trump for Nobel Prize
• [09:40] — "Covered with Egyptian desert" anecdote
• [11:39] — Mark Carney jokes about being called “President”
• [12:06] — Side conversations about business interests with Indonesia
• [14:38] — Trump’s ambiguous stance on Hamas and Gaza security
• [15:57] — Refusal to take a position on two-state solution
• [16:02-17:01] — Reflection on Middle East dynamics and critique of “mission accomplished” attitudes

Conclusion

This episode provides a sharp, detailed breakdown of Donald Trump’s public missteps and self-focused speech in front of global leaders, highlighting both the international embarrassment and the substantive policy failures on display. Through insightful commentary and pointed humor, the MeidasTouch brothers contrast Trump’s spectacle with sobering facts about the Middle East, bringing clarity to a moment marked by confusion and spin.