The MeidasTouch Podcast MeidasTouch Full Podcast - 3/17/26
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Mar 17, 2026 A trio dissects a spiraling conflict with Iran and the false social media claims fueling it. They explore shrinking international support and allies distancing themselves. They examine chaotic foreign policy moves, threats toward Cuba, and how media narratives and market messaging shape public perception.
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Local News Played Trump Propaganda In A Minute
- Brett recounts watching local NBC news carry Trump war propaganda in rapid-fire segments mixing war coverage with light local stories.
- He describes a local anchor praising 'precision strikes' immediately followed by unrelated fluff, illustrating misinformation flow.
Adversaries Use U.S. Scandals As Strategic Ammunition
- Iran weaponizes U.S. moral scandals (Epstein associations) to erode U.S. legitimacy abroad, effectively reversing Trump's messaging about Iranian disinformation.
- Ben points out Iran repeatedly highlights Trump's Epstein ties to sway international and domestic opinion.
Markets Over Military Strategy In Briefings
- Trump staffed his war briefings with economic officials to manage markets rather than military strategists, signaling priorities misaligned with battlefield needs.
- Ben notes the visible presence of economic advisers like Kevin Hassett and the energy secretary instead of State or military leads.