On today’s MeidasTouch Podcast, Ben and Brett are in Washington, D.C. to bring you the latest breaking updates! After a recap of Jordy’s wedding, Ben and Brett discuss the historic passage of the Inflation Reduction Act passed by the Democrats, and the Republicans’ sticking it one more time to diabetics by voting down a provision to cap insulin costs at $35. ... Show More
May 2025
Trump's Petro-Fascist Sugar Daddies
On his tour of the Middle East, Trump lavishes praise on dictators—as they deposit bribes in his pocket. Republicans, in between defending Trump's jet grift, finalize more details of their "big beautiful bill," which, in addition to gutting Medicaid, now aims to cut food assistan ... Show More
1h 33m
Aug 2025
The Right-Wing Provocateur Who Has Trump’s Ear
<p><i>Warning: This episode contains strong language.</i></p><p>In President Trump’s second term, Laura Loomer has emerged as the most influential outside adviser, telling the president whom to fire and shaping major policy decisions.</p><p>Ken Bensinger, who covers media and pol ... Show More
37m 7s
Aug 2024
Weekly Roundup: Trump Makes Republicans Pro-Choice - And His Christian Base Revolts
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In this week's edition of the Straight White American Jesus Weekly Ro ... Show More
1h 7m
Feb 2025
My Knee Won’t Bend + A Conversation With Jim Acosta
Today on Mea Culpa, I’m joined by Jim Acosta, former CNN anchor and chief White House correspondent, who made headlines for his heated clashes with Donald Trump during press briefings. After recently departing CNN following a proposed shift change, Jim left with a powerful messag ... Show More
1h 19m
Sep 2025
Trump Promises Free Speech Crackdown
In response to the murder of Charlie Kirk, Donald Trump vows retribution against his political opponents, JD Vance asks Americans to snitch on anyone criticizing Kirk's politics, and Stephen Miller pledges to "disrupt, dismantle, and destroy" left-wing organizations. Jon, Lovett, ... Show More
1h 20m
Feb 2025
Trump 2.0: The Art of the Deal
<p>This week, President Trump proposed two deals that would require allies to put his needs ahead of their own.</p><p>Times’ Journalists Michael Barbaro, Catie Edmonson, Maggie Haberman, and Zolan Kanno-Youngs discuss how, in both cases, Trump got what he wanted.</p><p>Guest: </p ... Show More
29m 21s
Mar 2025
Trump Declares Golden Age of America at SOTU as Dems DO NOTHING!
This episode discusses President Trump's State of the Union address and the reactions from both Republicans and Democrats. 1. Positive Reception of Trump's Speech:
- Senator Cruz and Ben Ferguson praise President Trump's address, calling it triumphant, positive, and forward-lo ... Show More
33m 35s