The MeidasTouch Podcast
Episode: Trump Tries to Censor Booing as Massive Protests Erupt
Date: September 7, 2025
Hosts: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas
Overview
This episode centers on the wave of massive protests against President Donald Trump’s controversial actions, particularly his use of military force against American cities and crackdown on civil liberties, as well as the administration’s attempts to censor negative public reactions, such as booing at public events. The Meiselas brothers deliver a thorough and often scathing critique of recent events, highlighting the administration’s authoritarian tendencies, economic mismanagement, and disregard for democratic norms—infused, as always, with biting humor and brotherly banter.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
1. Mass Protests Against Trump’s Military Actions
[02:28–05:00]
- Tens of thousands join “We Are All DC” and Occupation March in Washington, D.C., protesting the city’s military occupation.
- Solidarity actions erupt nationwide, notably in Chicago where Trump threatens military intervention.
- Effigies of Trump are beaten in the streets; churches ring bells in support of protesters.
- Trump posts a meme referencing Apocalypse Now, dubbing his crackdown “Chipocalypse now”—ridiculed by the hosts as crass and ignorant.
Ben Meiselas [03:28]:
“Didn’t you say all the wars after World War II were ‘wokey’? You’re Mr. Cadet Bone Spurs who got five deferments. So, was THIS ‘wokey’? I’m very confused—but you’re just a gigantic moron at the end of the day.”
2. Trump Opens the “Rose Garden Club” Amid Crisis
[05:00–07:00]
- Trump destroys the historic Rose Garden for a new “club,” with MAGA leaders like Mike Johnson gushing about its “visionary leadership.”
- The Meidas brothers deride the event as elite decadence while Americans struggle through economic turmoil.
Ben Meiselas [05:55]:
“Elites gathering at their new exclusive club on the taxpayers’ dime while they make you poorer and they get richer. Never has an administration shown such disdain for working people.”
- Governor Gavin Newsom joins in the mockery, dubbing it “Predator Patio” and referencing the Epstein scandal.
3. Trump Attempts to Censor Public Booing at US Open Finals
[07:00–08:20]
- Trump orders the US Tennis Association to forbid broadcasters from showing boos during his attendance.
- The Meidas brothers ridicule the attempt to stage-manage public sentiment.
Ben Meiselas [07:36]:
“You wonder why corporate news is in the tank and why networks like Midas Touch are soaring. You’re censoring out the boos—that’s what you’re censoring out. How freaking pathetic can you be?”
4. Political and Public Backlash
[08:20–10:00]
- Governors Newsom (CA) and Pritzker (IL) condemn Trump’s threats to deploy the military domestically.
- Pritzker: “Donald Trump isn’t a strong man. He’s a scared man. Illinois won’t be intimidated by a wannabe dictator.”
- International allies express alarm—Canada’s Charlie Angus warns Trump can’t be trusted internationally.
5. Calls for War Crimes and Lawlessness by Administration
[10:00–13:00]
- VP J.D. Vance advocates military killings without due process, openly admitting to possible war crimes.
- The brothers highlight that despite Trump’s Supreme Court–granted immunity, VP Vance has no such shield.
Ben Meiselas [11:52]:
“Your admissions of war crimes may come back to haunt you.”
- Rand Paul condemns Vance’s statement as “despicable and thoughtless.”
6. Dubious Military Strike and Social Media Gloating
[13:00–15:15]
- US covers up a military strike on a small boat off Venezuela, oscillating between versions (drug interdiction vs. repelling invaders).
- Trump posts graphic “ISIS-style death videos,” further eroding global credibility.
Ben Meiselas [14:22]:
“Even if they were drug dealers, we don’t have the death penalty for drug dealers in the United States. Why wouldn’t you try to arrest them?”
7. Mocking Misinformation and Energy Policy
[15:15–16:45]
- Department of Energy posts that wind and solar are “worthless” at night or in calm weather—derided by the brothers as anti-science propaganda reminiscent of “the drunk uncle at family gatherings.”
- Other nations advance their clean energy sectors, leaving the US behind due to Trump’s petty vendettas and climate denial.
8. Collapsing Economy, Scapegoating, and International Fallout
[16:45–19:00]
- US jobs market tanks; worst employment numbers in decades and continued deindustrialization.
- Trump’s “solution” to inflation: secret egg imports from Russia, even while attacking Ukraine.
- Detainment of South Korean Hyundai execs during a business visit sparks outrage and further damages international relations.
- Allies (UK, Canada, France) begin recognizing Palestinian statehood independently, as the US blocks international engagement and the UN General Assembly.
Ben Meiselas [17:48]:
“No wonder people don’t want to show up here. No wonder the tourism boycott against the United States is killing Vegas and killing tourism across the United States. No one wants to come to this country right now.”
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On Trump’s Rose Garden “Club”
“Diet Cokes at a new exclusive club. ... Predator Patio. Admission: just prove you are on the Epstein list.” — Ben Meiselas [06:36] -
On Censorship at US Open
“To refrain from showcasing any disruptions or reactions in response to the President’s attendance in any capacity. … That’s what you’re censoring out? Are you kidding me?” — Ben Meiselas [07:05–07:41] -
On the Administration’s Credibility
“You said that everybody’s Trend Aragua or MS-13. ... So I’m not exactly gonna trust you, bro, when it comes to murdering individuals and posting ISIS style death videos.” — Ben Meiselas [14:56] -
On Economic Decline
“You zigzag and can’t walk in a straight line. ... You talk about, you brag about, Alligator Alcatraz. And I could go on and on and on. You get the point.” — Ben Meiselas [16:40]
Timestamps for Important Segments
- 02:28 — Coverage of “We Are All DC” protests & military occupation
- 05:00 — Trump’s Rose Garden Club mockery
- 07:00 — Attempt to censor booing at the US Open
- 08:20 — Responses from Governors Newsom and Pritzker
- 10:10 — J.D. Vance and war crime discussion
- 13:00 — Military strike off Venezuela; administration’s narrative flip-flop
- 15:15 — Ridiculous energy policy statements
- 16:45 — Analysis of jobs report, economic woes, and tourism collapse
- 17:48 — International fallout: diplomatic isolation and uproar
Final Thoughts
The MeidasTouch brothers present a sharp, often outraged summary of the latest developments in “Trump’s America,” emphasizing the growing resistance, the erosion of democratic norms, and international embarrassment. Their irreverent style, deep political insights, and use of direct quotes from both officials and themselves offer a critical alternative to mainstream news. The episode ends with a call for ongoing vigilance, engagement, and growth of the independent media movement.
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