The MeidasTouch Podcast The MeidasTouch Podcast

Trump's Florida Problem Gets Worse as David Jolly Speaks Out

Aug 9, 2026 · 21m

Summary

The MeidasTouch Podcast critiques Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for their disconnect from voters' economic struggles, highlighting Trump’s delusional claims of a "golden age." Hosts interview Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly, who argues that MAGA’s broken promises have created a "change coalition" of independents and Democrats. Jolly outlines his strategy to win Florida by focusing on economic stability, protecting rights, and countering special interests like big tech and utilities.

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Bob's Discount Furniture and Family Security Plan Sponsors: Splash Sports, On Shoes, and Matic Robot Trump's collapse in Florida and Byron Donalds' struggles Trump's delusional '150/100' economy rating clip Trump dismisses GOP allies and claims he isn't campaigning Byron Donalds on small business and Florida polling data Interview with David Jolly: The path to flipping Florida Building a 'Change Coalition' beyond traditional Democrats Voters realizing MAGA leaders are the problem creators Economic crisis, healthcare, and exhaustion with culture wars Critique of special interests vs. encouraging success Who funds Byron Donalds: Private equity and Big Tech The data center debate and 'ratepayer protection' pivot Donalds' plan to devalue homes for corporate profit Independent voters moving away from Trump and MAGA Broken promises and the opportunity for a new coalition David Jolly's call to action and national implications Outro, book promo, and final sponsor ads
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