The MeidasTouch Podcast – “Trump Loses it as Super Bowl Blows Up in His Face”

Date: February 9, 2026
Hosts: Ben, Brett & Jordy Meiselas

Overview

In this episode, the Meiselas brothers tackle Donald Trump’s reaction to the Super Bowl and halftime show, his ongoing alignment with controversial figures, and the disturbing revelations and media coverage surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein files. Through their trademark blend of sharp political insight and brotherly banter, they contrast the divisive language of MAGA-aligned figures with the more unifying messages from prominent Democrats, and delve into the implications of ongoing investigations related to Epstein’s associates.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump's Super Bowl Snub and Social Media Outburst

[02:25–06:00]

• Trump skipped attending the Super Bowl, reportedly out of fear of being booed, and instead watched from Mar-a-Lago surrounded by loyalists and controversial associates.
  • “Donald Trump was too scared to show up at the Super Bowl last night knowing he was going to get booed. So he watched the Super Bowl at Mar-a-Lago, funded by the taxpayers.” – Ben ([02:25])
• After the halftime show featuring Bad Bunny, Trump posted a disparaging message, criticizing the performance as “terrible,” “an affront to the greatness of America,” and “disgusting, especially for young children.”
  • “The Super Bowl halftime show is absolutely terrible. One of the worst ever… The dancing is disgusting, especially for young children that are watching… This show is a slap in the face to our country.” – Donald Trump, as read by Ben ([03:09])
• The brothers contrast Trump’s negativity to positive, inclusive remarks from Governor Gavin Newsom and former President Obama, who celebrated the show’s diversity and positive message.
  • “Bad Bunny’s closing message during a Super Bowl performance: ‘The only thing more powerful than hate is love. Together we are America.’” – Ben, quoting Bad Bunny’s message ([04:09])

2. MAGA, Hate, and Right-Wing Responses

[06:01–08:50]

• The hosts highlight Carrie Lake’s crude response to John Kasich’s praise of the halftime show, calling him a “pussy,” and denounce the toxic rhetoric prevalent in MAGA circles.
  • “Carrie Lake responds, ‘You really are a pussy.’ That’s the response… That’s how these people talk. These are gross, evil humans who just spew this toxic filth.” – Ben ([06:29])
• Fox News coverage criticized the halftime show for a language barrier and “suspected political message,” which the brothers mock as exaggerated outrage.
• The brothers suggest that right-wing media’s outrage over the halftime show is misplaced, ignoring more serious issues tied to Trump and Epstein.

3. Jeffrey Epstein Files, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Unanswered Questions

[08:51–14:05]

• Ben details ongoing scrutiny of the Epstein case, especially Ghislaine Maxwell’s invocation of the Fifth Amendment to avoid answering questions in front of Congress.
  • “She’s going to do a blanket invocation of the Fifth Amendment. She won’t let members of Congress ask her questions.” – Ben ([10:20])
• He lists specific questions Maxwell refuses to answer, including whether Trump or Epstein arranged access to underage girls, or if there were discussions of a pardon in exchange for her silence.
• The hosts highlight the hypocrisy in right-wing outrage: “Don’t you think they should be as mad that she is saying that these questions, if she answered, would incriminate her?” – Ben ([11:17])

Notable Sample Questions Congress Intended to Ask Maxwell:

• “Who are the four co-conspirators and the 25 men, other than Jeffrey Epstein, who sexually abused minors?”
• “After Trump publicly stated that he would look at a possible pardon for you, did you or anyone acting on your behalf have any discussions with him…?”
• “Please identify any foreign governments or intelligence services… that Mr. Epstein shared information with…”
  (Ben, paraphrasing congressional questions, [11:25–13:48])

4. Public Testimony: Clinton vs. Maxwell Treatment

[14:06–15:22]

• The brothers reveal that Bill and Hillary Clinton have offered to testify publicly about the Epstein files, but House Republicans are blocking a public hearing, preferring secrecy—while Maxwell faces less scrutiny.
  • “The House Oversight Committee, run by Republicans, are saying, ‘No, we don’t want that. It needs to be done in secret.’” – Ben ([14:36])
  • “You’re treating the convicted child sex trafficker better than the former President and the former Secretary of State who both want to testify publicly.” – Ben ([15:01])

5. Right-Wing Commentary and Internal Contradictions

[15:23–17:07]

• Ben features a clip from right-wing podcaster Tim Dillon, who blasts the Republican Party for using the Epstein issue for political theater rather than actual justice.
  • “The Republicans… still think this is a political issue. And this is not a political issue. It’s about who goes to the fish. Trump knows… Clintons know it too.” – Tim Dillon ([15:53])
• Dillon also calls out Trump associate Kash Patel as a “liar” over his handling of Epstein allegations, emphasizing the dishonesty and dysfunction on the right.
  • “Cash Patel’s a liar. He’s a big fat liar… And we knew it was a lie when he said it and now it’s such a lie it’s actually funny.” – Tim Dillon ([16:17])

6. Trump, Russia, and Ukraine—Emerging Concerns

[17:08–18:15]

• Ben teases upcoming coverage on Trump’s latest maneuvers regarding Ukraine and Russia, including alleged fake deals and withholding of military aid.
  • “How Trump’s withholding the PAC-3 missile system… to allow Russia to attack Ukraine more… Ukraine’s air defense system is being negatively impaired by the Trump regime.” – Ben ([17:30])

7. The Uninvestigated New Mexico Ranch

[18:15–End]

• The episode closes with Ben announcing further reporting on Epstein’s New Mexico ranch—where, according to new documents, federal authorities allegedly told local officials not to investigate, and where significant abuse was suspected.

Memorable Quotes

• Ben [03:09]: “The Super Bowl halftime show is absolutely terrible… The dancing is disgusting, especially for young children… This show is a slap in the face to our country.” (quoting Trump)
• Ben [04:09]: “Bad Bunny’s closing message during a Super Bowl performance: ‘The only thing more powerful than hate is love. Together we are America.’”
• Ben [06:29]: “These people are gross, evil humans who just spew this toxic filth.”
• Ben [14:36]: “The House Oversight Committee… are saying, ‘No, we don’t want that. It needs to be done in secret.’”
• Tim Dillon [15:53]: “The Republicans… still think this is a political issue. And this is not a political issue. It’s about who goes to the fish.”
• Tim Dillon [16:17]: “Cash Patel’s a liar. He’s a big fat liar. He’s a liar and he should resign and step down because he’s lying. Why would he tell such a fib?”

Notable Moments with Timestamps

• [02:25]—Trump’s Super Bowl absence and social circle at Mar-a-Lago described with critical humor.
• [03:09]—Trump’s anti-halftime show post quoted and dissected.
• [04:09]—Contrast with Bad Bunny, Newsom, and Obama’s positive, “togetherness” messaging.
• [06:29]—Carrie Lake’s insult to John Kasich highlighted; brothers condemn toxicity.
• [10:20–13:48]—Ghislaine Maxwell’s blanket Fifth Amendment invocation and unaddressed questions.
• [14:36]—Clintons’ offer to testify publicly; Republicans block transparency.
• [15:22–17:07]—Tim Dillon’s commentary on GOP hypocrisy and Kash Patel’s alleged dishonesty.
• [17:08]—Tease of future reporting on Trump, Russia, and Ukraine.
• [18:15]—Upcoming exposé on Epstein’s uninvestigated New Mexico ranch.

Tone & Closing Thoughts

The episode combines biting satire, righteous anger, and urgent political commentary. The brothers rail against what they see as right-wing hypocrisy and media misdirection, stressing compassion, transparency, and the need to hold powerful figures accountable—regardless of party.

For those seeking a detailed catch-up:

• Trump’s public actions and rhetoric following the Super Bowl were deeply divisive.
• The hosts draw attention to ongoing injustice and secrecy around the Epstein case, especially in relation to Trump and his associates.
• Calls for public scrutiny, unity, and truth-telling are a common thread.

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