Podcast Summary:
The MeidasTouch Podcast
Episode: Trump Suffers Major Psychotic Breakdown as Life Collapses
Date: November 29, 2025
Hosts: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas
Guest Commentary/Reported Segments: Ron Filipkowski
Episode Overview
This episode centers on Donald Trump’s escalating erratic behavior as his public support plummets and legal troubles mount. Using a blend of analysis, reporting, and signature MeidasTouch banter, the brothers explore Trump’s recent deranged social media activity, scandalous pardons, involvement in alleged international crimes, and how his actions have begun to alienate even loyal Republicans. The discussion also touches on rising extremism in right-wing media and the ongoing assault on American democracy.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
1. Trump’s Meltdown and “Trumplicans” (02:44–06:45)
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Ron Filipkowski reports on Trump’s current fragile state, describing him as “a wreck right now, and he’s losing all control at Mar a Lago,” and mocking Trump’s desperate attempt to rebrand supporters as “Trumplicans.”
- Quote: "He's posting images of himself with the caption Trump Licans... since MAGA has left him, he's calling himself Trump Licans." (02:47)
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Trump made bizarre social media announcements:
- Promised to pardon Juan Orlando Hernández, convicted ex-president of Honduras and renowned drug trafficker, claiming unfair treatment.
- Declared that any executive order signed by President Biden with an auto-pen was “hereby terminated.”
- Threatened perjury charges against Biden for denying use of auto-pen.
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Polling Numbers:
- Newly released Gallup Poll: Trump’s disapproval at 60%, approval at historic low of 36%.
- Quote: “That is the lowest ever in the history of Donald Trump and the Gallup poll.” (04:23)
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Trump’s use of offensive language on social media:
- Called Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota the R-word (slur).
- This conduct led Republican Indiana State Senator Michael Boicheck (father to a daughter with Down syndrome) to denounce Trump and refuse support.
- Quote: “Good luck, Donald, in the midterms. I’m done with you.” (05:10)
2. Trump’s Fundraising Grift (06:18–07:18)
- Analysis of Trump’s fundraising emails begging supporters for validation (“Do you love me? Take the poll… Can you please give me some money?”).
- Black Friday Grift: MidasTouch investigated Trump’s “special deals,” exposing higher prices than the standard website costs.
- Ornament: $37 via Trump; $30 elsewhere.
- Calendar: $32 Trump price; $25 elsewhere.
- Quote: “Everything Trump does is a fraud and a grift.” (06:55)
- Eric Trump launches Trump Vodka pre-orders: “They just can’t help themselves. They have to grift each and every day, and it’s never enough… They are invasive species.” (07:12)
3. Unraveling the Auto-Pen Conspiracy (07:25–08:42)
- Trump’s delusional claim that “92%” of Biden’s executive orders are void due to auto-pen usage.
- Full readout of Trump’s unhinged post; hosts mock the legal and logical absurdity.
- Quote: “Do we see how sick and deranged this lunatic is? … your regime is collapsing. The people despise you is what’s going on right here.” (08:15)
4. Foreign Influence and Highly Controversial Pardons (08:45–10:52)
- Trump’s attempt to meddle in Honduras elections: Promoted pro-MAGA candidate Tito Asphira, threatened harm to Honduras if his chosen candidate loses, and pre-announced pardon for ex-president/drug lord Juan Orlando Hernández.
- Details how Hernández facilitated drug trafficking with major cartels, leading to life sentences in US prisons.
- Dissects the hypocrisy: Trump supports drug kingpins while ordering airstrikes on low-level “mules” and, likely, innocent fishermen near Venezuela and Colombia.
- Trump’s actions compared to war crimes, raising alarm over lawlessness and disregard for process.
5. Shocking Allegations of War Crimes (10:52–13:32)
- Breaking Washington Post scoop:
- Pete Hegseth, self-styled “Secretary of War,” ordered SEAL Team 6 to kill all survivors of a drug boat strike—including those who could have been rescued.
- Admiral Hosley’s resignation connected to these “horrific” orders.
- Explicit comparison to historical war crime trials and the ultimate penalties they entailed.
- Quote: “These are clear examples of war crimes… In World War II… the penalty was like the death sentence for engaging in these horrific types of war crimes.” (12:40)
6. State Regime Media and the Rise of Open Racism (13:32–14:37)
- Play and analysis of Fox News clip in which a guest pushes for openly discriminatory immigration policies, claiming:
- Certain “cultures are quite literally incompatible with ours.”
- Right-wing praise for Trump moving in this “long time coming” direction.
- Host commentary: “This looks like Nazi Germany.” (14:01)
7. Conservative Media Retaliates (14:02–14:37)
- Fox News’ Laura Ingraham targets the MeidasTouch network, specifically referencing Ron Filipkowski’s interview with Dr. Vin Gupta, highlighting right-wing sensitivity to any challenge to Trump’s cognitive fitness.
- Quote: “Fox was going after me and this network yesterday for the interview and the research that we’ve done.” (14:09)
8. The Small Business Narrative and Misplaced Blame (14:37–16:11)
- Coverage of right-wing attempts (via Kelly Loeffler and others) to scapegoat Biden for small business woes, using misleading stats and anecdotal evidence.
- Emily: “... Small business index... down 0.6%... Many absorbing costs from the prior administration.”
- Parroted claims that Trump’s policies would provide needed relief and rescue Main Street from “Bidenflation” and regulatory burdens—a narrative the hosts challenge as part of the larger GOP disinformation effort.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On Trump’s breakdown:
“Trump suffers from clear physical and mental issues while... your regime is collapsing. The people despise you.”
—Ron Filipkowski (08:15) -
On the grift:
“Everything Trump does is a fraud and a grift.”
—Ron Filipkowski (06:55) -
On supporting a drug kingpin:
“This is the guy that Donald Trump is supporting and pardoning, while at the same time ordering airstrikes on low-level mules and innocent fishermen...”
—Ron Filipkowski (10:05) -
On alleged war crimes:
“These are clear examples of war crimes... the penalty was like the death sentence for engaging in these horrific types of war crimes.”
—Ron Filipkowski (12:40) -
On Fox News rhetoric:
“This looks like Nazi Germany.”
—Ron Filipkowski (14:01) -
Indiana Republican senator breaks with Trump:
“Good luck, Donald, in the midterms. I’m done with you.”
—Summary of Michael Boicheck’s remarks (05:10)
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Trump’s “Trumplicans” Rebranding / Breakdown: 02:44–06:45
- Expose on Trump’s Merchandise Grifts: 06:18–07:18
- Auto-Pen Conspiracy & Implications: 07:25–08:42
- Foreign Election Meddling / Drug Lord Pardon: 08:45–10:52
- Washington Post War Crimes Exposé: 10:52–13:32
- Fox News Pushes Open Racism: 13:32–14:02
- Fox News Attacks on MeidasTouch Network: 14:02–14:37
- GOP Blames Dems for Small Business Woes: 14:37–16:11
Conclusion
This episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast pulls no punches in analyzing the psychological unraveling and dangerous actions of Donald Trump as his world crumbles, mixing outrage, dark humor, and reporting. The brothers emphasize the gravity of the moment, drawing connections between Trump’s behavior, far-right extremism, and the larger threat to democratic institutions—underscored by high-profile defections from Trump’s ranks and increasingly radical rhetoric on conservative media platforms.