The MeidasTouch Podcast Fox News Collapses on Air as Trump Crashes and Burns
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Nov 19, 2025 In this episode, the hosts dissect Fox News's shaky on-air moment as they grapple with Trump's turbulent actions. They challenge misleading narratives about the economy and consumer confidence while exposing inflated claims about Saudi investments. The podcast further critiques sensational Fox reporting on protests and dives into the dubious assertions about Trump's monetary policies. With humorous rebukes and insightful analysis, the discussion paints a vivid picture of the current political landscape.
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Fox On-Air Panic Signals Political Strain
- Ben Meiselas notes Fox News scrambled on air as Senate actions and bad job data blindsided Trump allies.
- He connects on-air panic to declining consumer confidence and political vulnerability for Trump.
Trump's Anger As Leverage Frustration
- Ben highlights Greg Gutfeld framing Trump's anger as frustration over losing leverage from the Epstein files.
- The point ties Trump's behavior to a pattern of seeking dirt to wield as political leverage.
Propaganda Vs. Consumer Reality
- Ben criticizes Fox hosts for claiming broad price declines amid falling consumer confidence.
- He argues this propaganda underestimates viewers' lived experiences and fuels backlash.