The MeidasTouch Podcast MeidasTouch Full Podcast - 11/21/25
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Nov 21, 2025 In a chaotic analysis of current events, the hosts delve into Trump's alarming threats against lawmakers and the White House's questionable defenses of his behavior. They critique the military's recent decisions on hate symbols and discuss the implications of rising unemployment and declining poll numbers for Trump. A look at failed Ukraine diplomacy adds to the tension, while insights into grand jury controversies highlight the ongoing legal chaos. The conversation is a mix of urgency, humor, and sharp political commentary.
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Theatrics Over Governing
- The Trump administration is prioritizing culture-war theatrics over governing on bread-and-butter issues like jobs and inflation.
- Ben Meiselas argues this distracts from worsening economic indicators and erodes public trust.
The 'Notice Of Correction' Story
- Ben Meiselas recounts a bizarre DOJ filing called a 'notice of correction' reversing courtroom statements about grand-jury evidence.
- He frames it as unprecedented and emblematic of the regime's incompetence.
Press Access As Compliance
- Caroline Leavitt defends Donald Trump's demeaning treatment of female reporters as a reason voters re-elected him.
- The hosts say this normalizes abusive rhetoric from the presidency and the press corps' access is used to enforce compliance.