Why Loser Trump Melted Down In Front of Me: Wolff
Jul 19, 2026 · 1h 4m
Summary
Hosts Michael Wolff and Joanna Stern analyze Donald Trump’s mental state, citing his obsession with the 2020 election, and his recent speech criticizing ABC and NBC. They discuss J.D. Vance’s Joe Rogan interview, where he distances himself from the Iran conflict and Epstein file handling, signaling potential political maneuvering. The episode also covers the Truth Social grift, Melania Trump’s absence, and the broader implications of a president perceived as detached from reality.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Joe Rogan's silence and podcast dynamics
Morning routines and the 'Mad King' metaphor
Sponsor segment: NordVPN e-SIM
Trump's delusion: The 2020 election and mental capacity
The 25th Amendment and JD Vance's role
Melania Trump's isolation and Natalie Harp's presence
Legal strategies: Libel suits and the slush fund case
Thursday speech: Network refusals and teleprompter issues
Truth Social grift: Monetizing presidential posts
Iran strikes and JD Vance's distancing tactics
Epstein files and Vance's controversial comments
UK politics: Keir Starmer's resignation and Andy Burnham
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