The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump Panics as War Backfires and Cripples Term
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Mar 9, 2026 A fast-paced rundown of massive Tehran protests and the war’s widening fallout. Discussion of intercepted intelligence about sleeper cells and possible activations abroad. Examination of Trump family ties to a drone startup and profiteering concerns. A look at public messaging, social posts, and regional leaders pushing back on escalation.
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Trump's Iran Strategy Is Backfiring In Tehran
- Donald Trump’s Iran policy is causing widespread unrest and protests in Tehran rather than isolating Iran.
- Ben Meiselas highlights massive crowds in Revolutionary Square and intercepted Iranian communications suggesting activation of sleeper cells abroad.
Trump Family Moving Into Drone Profiteering
- The Meiselas hosts argue the Trump family is monetizing the conflict, with his sons joining a drone startup targeting Pentagon contracts.
- Ben links the Powerous startup move to profiteering amid rising demand for drone tech from Ukraine and the Pentagon.
Trump's Social Media Focus Misses Global Energy Crisis
- While Middle East attacks spike oil prices and supply disruptions, Trump posts partisan memes blaming Democrats instead of addressing the crisis.
- Ben contrasts Bahrain Petroleum's force majeure on refinery damage with Trump's social media reposts about Democrats and asylum messages.