The Daily Beast Podcast Why Trump Can't Escape Epstein Forever: Wolff
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Jan 9, 2026 
Michael Wolff, a notable journalist and author renowned for his insights into the Trump era, joins Joanna Coles to delve into the perplexing dynamics of power and deception in modern politics. They explore how lying has transformed into a tool for strength rather than a liability. Wolff critiques the media's struggle to confront the audacity of falsehoods and examines the rise of extreme figures in key positions. The discussion also touches on the distractions created by political narratives, including the Epstein files and Trump's controversial decisions.
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Stephen Miller's Rise And Role
- Wolff traces Stephen Miller's arc from a marginal, mocked aide to a central, dangerous architect in the White House.
- He highlights Miller's personality, cruelty, and ideological embrace of force over diplomacy.
When Lies Become Political Power
- Michael Wolff observes Trump's credibility is weaker than any modern president yet his blatant lying strengthens him politically.
- Shameless repetition and insistence on an alternate reality have replaced truth as an effective governing tool.
Call Out Absurdity, Don't Normalize It
- Journalists must name and call out actions plainly instead of normalizing them with deadpan language.
- Michael Wolff urges the media to stop treating extraordinary behavior as routine reporting.