The MeidasTouch Podcast
Episodes
Trump’s Big Midterm Event Turns Into a Growing Disaster
The episode details the anticipated failure of Donald Trump’s midterm convention, as numerous MAGA lawmakers cite scheduling conflicts to avoid attending.
Trump’s Iran Strikes Raise Alarming Questions About Civilian Casualties
The MeidasTouch Podcast accuses the Trump administration of committing war crimes in Iran, citing strikes on a wedding, a volleyball hall, and an elementary school.
Trump Closes White House Doors as Iran Crisis Sends Oil Prices Surging
The episode critiques the Trump administration’s military strikes on Iran, which killed civilians at a wedding, and condemns JD Vance’s apocalyptic rhetoric.
Trump just Massively Escalated War...
The episode details alleged massive US strikes on Iran and Trump’s threats of total annihilation, which the host characterizes as lies.
Afternoon Breaking Updates on Iran War with Ben 9/1/2026
Ben Maccabee reports on escalating US strikes against Iran, alleging war crimes including attacks on a wedding and civilian targets, while Iran retaliates against US bases in Jordan.
MeidasTouch Full Podcast - 9/1/26
This episode analyzes escalating US-Iran military tensions, criticizing Trump’s use of AI-generated war videos and false claims about Iranian casualties.
Trump Sees the Damage and Panics...
The episode critiques the Trump administration’s military escalation against Iran, citing reports of a “mow the lawn” operation and Iranian strikes on US bases.
MTG Delivers a Final Blow to Trump in Public Rebuke
Marjorie Taylor Greene intensifies her public feud with Donald Trump, demanding he apologize for betraying campaign promises and threatening her son over the Epstein files.
Trump Faces Growing Isolation as His Threats and Desperate Posts Spiral on the World Stage
The episode critiques the Trump administration’s escalating conflict with Iran, highlighting contradictory claims from officials like Scott Bessent and Trump’s exaggerated rhetoric.
Trump’s Global Strategy Raises Questions About a New World Order
The host argues that Trump’s Venezuela deal and CIA Director Ratcliffe’s Moscow visit signal a negotiated "spheres of influence" pact with Russia and China.
Top U.S. Commanders Leak Explosive Pentagon Documents
The episode discusses a leaked Secretary of Defense Order Book revealing top generals oppose Trump’s war strategy in Iran.
Trump Panics as Midterms Near and Iran Attacks Escalate
The episode critiques Donald Trump’s false claims about controlling the Strait of Hormuz and resolving inflation amid escalating US-Iran tensions.
Trump’s Advisors Warn of Midterm Disaster in November
The episode critiques MAGA Republicans for panicking over Donald Trump’s unpopularity amid an Iran conflict, surging gas prices, and economic struggles.
Trump Finally Surfaces and It Gets Ugly!
The host criticizes Donald Trump’s attacks on media figures and his administration’s handling of the national debt and Iran conflict.
World Leaders Make Major Moves as Trump Risks Leaving America Behind
The episode analyzes the shifting global order, highlighting Iran’s prominent role in upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization and BRICS summits despite US sanctions.
Trump’s Ghislaine Maxwell Problem Comes Roaring Back
The episode discusses Katie Fang’s lawsuit against the DOJ and Todd Blanche, highlighting the Trump administration’s efforts to withhold FBI notes and redact Epstein files.
Trump Makes Everything Worse as His Plans Continue to Backfire
The episode critiques Donald Trump’s controversial Venezuela oil deal as a fraudulent market manipulation scheme that ignores refining bottlenecks and supply shocks from the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump Faces Growing World War III Fears as Ukraine War Escalates
The episode analyzes escalating geopolitical tensions, highlighting Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov’s comments on World War III and CIA Director Ratcliffe’s Moscow visit.
Trump’s Weekend Is Already a Disaster…
The episode critiques Donald Trump’s behavior ahead of the midterms, citing polling data and Republican concerns about his unpopularity.
Melania and Barron Face New Scrutiny as Security Fears Grow
The episode discusses claims that Barron Trump is a recluse fearing Iranian assassination, dismissing these as likely disinformation.
World Leaders Outmaneuver Trump as New Global Alliances Take Shape
Host Ben Meidas and guest Susan Rice analyze the geopolitical shift as China strengthens ties with Egypt, Russia, and Iran through the SCO and BRICS summits.
Trump Returns to D.C. as His Iran Strategy Unravels
The MeidasTouch Podcast critiques Donald Trump’s return to Washington amid historic low approval ratings and a disastrous trip to Houston.
Trump's NASA Speech goes Horribly Wrong...
The MeidasTouch Podcast critiques Donald Trump’s disastrous speech at a NASA event in Houston, where he turned a medal ceremony into a partisan rant.
MeidasTouch Full Podcast - 8/28/26
The hosts criticize Donald Trump’s approval ratings and foreign policy failures, highlighting his absurd executive order to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America.
AFSCME President Patrick Moran on Fighting for America’s Workers
The episode critiques Mike Johnson’s erratic rhetoric and false claims about the economy and election outcomes.
Thursday Breaking Updates with Ben: Trump Attacks Canada, Charlie Angus Responds - 8/27/26
Ben Mankiewicz and guest Charlie Angus discuss Donald Trump’s executive order renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America, framing it as a distraction from his failing trade war with Canada.
Fox News Panics as Trump Plummets in the Polls
The episode critiques Fox News for panicking over Trump’s declining poll numbers and shifting focus to culture wars, including attacks on Canada and transgender issues.
US Generals Sound Alarm Over Trump’s Destruction of Military
This episode details urgent warnings from military leaders about the Trump administration crippling US readiness, highlighting the firing of Army…
World Leaders Stand Up to Trump and Form New Alliances
This episode argues that Donald Trump is lying about clearing mines in the Strait of Hormuz while US allies grow alarmed by depleted munitions stockpiles.
Trump Locks Down White House as Midterm Fears Grow
This episode critiques Donald Trump’s strategy to dominate midterm narratives despite low approval ratings, highlighting gaffes by his administration and allies.
Fox News Panics as Trump Crushes GOP Midterm Chances
The MeidasTouch Podcast critiques Fox News for ignoring Republican midterm losses and Trump’s low approval ratings to focus on culture war distractions.
Trump Melts Down as Inflation Rises, Approval Ratings Fall, and Global Troubles Mount
The episode critiques Donald Trump’s response to rising inflation, highlighting his attacks on Canada and false claims about the Strait of Hormuz.
Top Military Leaders Send Stark Warning to Trump and Hegseth
The episode details a surge of leaks from military officials warning of incompetence under Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and the Trump administration.
Zelenskyy Strikes Deep Inside Russia as Trump Moves to Limit Ukraine
The episode details Ukraine’s sabotage of a major Russian-Chinese petrochemical complex and strikes on logistics hubs as Zelenskyy races to disrupt Russia before winter.
Trump Deals Himself a Devastating Blow Ahead of the Midterms
The hosts critique Donald Trump’s strategy for the midterms, highlighting his plan to spend $400 million on self-congratulatory ads despite…
Democrat Hallie Shoffner Leads in Arkansas Senate Race
The MeidasTouch Podcast discusses Donald Trump’s collapsing approval ratings in Arkansas and the surprising lead of Democratic Senate candidate Haley Schaffner over incumbent Tom Cotton.
Tuesday Afternoon Breaking Updates with Ben 8/25/26
Ben Maccabee critiques CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s secret Moscow trip and Donald Trump’s false claims about trade deficits with Canada and demining the Strait of Hormuz.
MeidasTouch Full Podcast - 8/25/26
The MeidasTouch Podcast analyzes the Trump administration’s escalating trade war with Canada, highlighting unified Canadian political resistance to US tariffs and sovereignty violations.
Charlie Angus on Canada Fighting Back Against Trump
The MeidasTouch Podcast discusses Canada’s unified retaliation against Donald Trump’s trade war, featuring Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s defiant…
Bessent’s Past Failures Resurface as Trump’s Economic Strategy Falters
The MeidasTouch Podcast critiques Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, labeling him a serial failure whose hedge funds collapsed due to contrarian bets.
Trump Faces Severe Backlash as DC Stunt Backfires
The episode critiques Donald Trump’s recent actions, including an Indy 500 appearance and aggressive tariff threats against Canada, which sparked…
Fox News Erupts as Trump Implodes Ahead of Midterms
The MeidasTouch Podcast critiques Fox News for promoting pro-Trump propaganda, including claims of his "authenticity" and false narratives about a "rolling Marxist revolution.
Zelenskyy Flips the Script on Trump and Strikes Back at Russia
The episode details Ukraine’s massive drone strikes on Russian logistics hubs on Independence Day, countering alleged collusion between Trump and Putin to withhold air defense interceptors.
Trump Melts Down as Videos He Feared Surface
The episode critiques Donald Trump’s behavior at an IndyCar event, highlighting videos of him being booed and appearing confused while security suppressed press coverage.
Trump and Melania Clash Publicly at DC Race Event
The MeidasTouch Podcast critiques the Trump-hosted IndyCar event in Washington D.
Trump Flees to Race Event as White House Collapses
The episode critiques Donald Trump’s IndyCar event in Washington D.
Canada Unites Against Trump as Trade War Escalates
The episode details Canada’s unified political response to a trade war initiated by Donald Trump, featuring clips from Prime Minister Carney and…
Trump’s DC Grand Prix Event Turns Into a Disaster
The MeidasTouch Podcast criticizes the Freedom 250 IndyCar race in Washington D.
Trump Blindsided as Top Aide Quits Ahead of Midterms
The episode discusses Army Secretary Dan Driscoll’s expected resignation amid intense conflicts with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Trump Melts Down as Canada Trade War Backfires
The episode critiques Donald Trump’s trade war with Canada, highlighting Prime Minister Carney’s unified response and Canadian leaders’ rejection of US demands.