The MeidasTouch Podcast
Episode: Trump has Massive Panic in Public as Condition Gets Worse
Date: September 21, 2025
Hosts: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas (aka The Meiselas Brothers)
Episode Overview
In this episode, the Meiselas brothers dissect a series of recent, increasingly erratic public behaviors and social media posts from former President Donald Trump. They discuss the mounting evidence of his public panic, analyze the impacts of his actions on democracy and society, and offer sharp commentary on broader governmental and cultural developments. The show combines political analysis, comedy, and brotherly banter with a fervent defense of democratic norms.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Trump's Social Media Meltdown
Timestamps: 02:25–04:58
- Trump’s recent posts described as “a total panic,” including memes, threatening images, and explicit calls for criminal prosecution of political opponents.
- Notable images shared by Trump: an AI meme of a MAGA fist, an odd bathroom photo of elderly men, and a threatening image of an actor holding a gun.
- Trump publicly messages Attorney General Pam Bondi, mistakenly posting what should have been private, urging criminal cases against Adam Schiff, James Comey, and Letitia James.
- The hosts call Trump's posts “dangerous and criminal,” highlighting the threat to democratic norms and rule of law.
Quote [04:28] (Political Commentator):
"What we are observing here is like an actual crime being committed, in my opinion, by Donald Trump."
2. Attacks on the Free Press and Critics
Timestamps: 04:58–05:40
- Trump demands negative coverage and comedians be thrown off the air, claiming negative jokes about him should result in loss of broadcast licenses.
- The brothers play and discuss clips of Trump asserting it should be illegal to joke about the ex-president, showing Trump’s increasing authoritarian rhetoric.
Quote [05:11] (Guest Commentator):
"When a network is dishonest... certainly if they are dishonest because they give you 97% bad publicity... yeah, I would say that would be the grounds [for losing a broadcast license]."
3. Foreign Policy & Alleged Corruption
Timestamps: 05:41–07:37
- Trump claims ignorance over a Russian fighter jet incident over Estonia (suggesting sympathies with Russia), as well as withdrawing critical funding from allies in Eastern Europe.
- Evidence discussed regarding a bribery scandal involving Tom Homan (Trump’s former border czar)—caught on tape accepting $50,000, and administration cover-up efforts.
- Trump's saber-rattling threats against Afghanistan (to “give back Bagram Air Force Base”) and Venezuela (demanding repatriation of “the worst in the world”) lampooned by the brothers.
Quote [06:40] (Political Commentator):
"Oh, Donald, you're scaring people. You're something. Social media posts. That's the way to do it. Use the word ‘hell’ in social media posts. That's very statesman-like."
Quote [07:36] (Political Analyst):
"[The AI image of Trump] is kind of what he looks like to the rest of the world."
4. Data Suppression & Media Control
Timestamps: 07:38–10:53
- Discussion of canceled government reports: annual hunger survey and postponed inflation data—alleged as efforts to conceal negative realities.
- New Pentagon rules restricting journalists to report only “regime-approved” information.
- Outrage expressed at the government's priorities, such as planning a UFC fight at the White House, while avoiding policies serving regular Americans.
Quote [09:44] (Political Commentator):
"What's the point of a country if you're not taking care of your people? And all you take care of is billionaires. That sucks. That's screwed up."
5. The Trump “Gold Card” and Immigration Outrage
Timestamps: 10:54–12:49
- The brothers reveal and deride the Trump “Gold Card” and “Platinum Card” schemes: donations of $1–$5 million fast-tracking U.S. residency and tax benefits for foreign oligarchs.
- Sharp criticism of simultaneous ICE raids targeting vulnerable migrant workers, contrasting how the rich can buy access.
Quote [11:35] (Political Analyst):
"Folks, what the hell is going on here? What the hell is going on here?"
Quote [11:45] (Political Analyst):
"Migrants who have been here for decades, giving back to our country... Asylum seekers—Donald Trump thinks that means insane asylum because Donald Trump belongs in an insane asylum, frankly."
6. Disney/Kimmel Firing, Trump’s Approval, and Public Backlash
Timestamps: 12:50–13:39
- Disney faces consequences (stock drop, boycotts) after suspending Jimmy Kimmel, blamed on Trump-era censorship pressures.
- Trump’s approval rating at record lows; hosts argue this is due to his erratic and unserious public conduct.
Quote [12:52] (Political Analyst):
"It’s very, very, very disheartening what Disney did to Kimmel. ... Grow a spine, Disney."
7. Trump’s Inflation and Drug Price Claims—Disinformation Exposed
Timestamps: 13:40–15:43
- Trump boasts he will reduce drug prices by “1,300%”—the brothers ridicule the mathematical impossibility and dishonesty.
- They recall his failed “Most Favored Nation” drug policy promise, lambasting him for misleading the public on health care and the economy.
Quote [14:23] (Guest Commentator, Audio Clip):
"Because I announced the amount, it was one quarter of 1%. I was so proud. But now I'm going to bring them down 1300%. Think of this. A thousand percent, 500%, 200%, whatever..."
Quote [15:44] (Political Analyst):
"This is a Ponzi scheme. Economy by a lifelong fraud, by a felon, by a sexual abuser. He’s a crook too. He is. He lies. Every word's a lie."
8. The Urgent Need for Democratic Vigilance
Timestamps: 16:24–16:55
- The hosts close with an earnest plea to acknowledge that Trump’s conduct is not that of a “normal adult” and Americans must reject normalization of such behavior.
Quote [16:25] (Political Analyst):
"We have to stop treating him like he's a normal adult. ... No one should be behaving like this in life, yet alone the President of the United States."
Notable Moments & Quotes
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Trump’s slip in posting a private DM as a public attack.
“[Trump] calls for the criminal prosecution of Democratic Senator Adam Schiff, former FBI Director James Comey, and New York Attorney General Letitia James. ...crime being committed, in my opinion...”
— Political Commentator [03:10] -
On the Trump Gold Card:
"[It] allows foreign oligarchs to buy entry for $5 million, while immigrants who've been here for decades get hunted by ICE."
— Political Analyst [11:40] -
On government suppression of bad news:
"Stop the count or no testing. Then it doesn't happen."
— Political Commentator [09:05] -
On the priorities of the Trump regime:
"Can we just have affordable groceries, please?... I'm just sick and tired of seeing that display while Americans are getting screwed."
— Political Commentator [10:22]
Segment Timestamps
- Trump’s Social Media Rampage and Calls for Prosecution: 02:25–04:58
- Assault on Press Freedom: 04:58–05:40
- Foreign Policy Chaos & Corruption: 05:41–07:37
- Data & Media Control, Government Priorities: 07:38–10:53
- Trump Gold Card Reveal, Migrant Raids: 10:54–12:49
- Disney/Kimmel Fallout, Polling Data: 12:50–13:39
- Drug Pricing Lies and Economic Claims: 13:40–15:43
- Final Thoughts on Trump’s Behavior: 16:24–16:55
Tone & Style Summary
The tone is urgent, biting, and laced with signature brotherly sarcasm. The hosts blend incisive political critique with humor and pop-culture asides, making the discussion both entertaining and thoroughly accessible. The show closes with a passionate demand to defend democracy and reject normalization of authoritarian or corrupt behavior.