

BONUS POD: Trump’s Art of the Deal WH Diplomacy Blitz
12 snips Aug 19, 2025
The podcast dives into the controversial narrative surrounding Trump's diplomatic efforts with Putin and Zelensky. It highlights a potential trilateral peace summit, showcasing improved relations and historic dialogue. Discussions include NATO-style security guarantees for Ukraine, deemed crucial for lasting peace. Leaders from Italy, France, and the UK express strong international support for the peace process. There's also a focus on humanitarian concerns, with Zelensky emphasizing rescues and the importance of U.S. involvement in fostering unity among allies.
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Media Mischaracterizes Trump's Diplomacy
- The episode argues mainstream media misrepresented Trump's diplomatic efforts as failures to delegitimize him.
- Ben Ferguson claims Trump successfully organized historic, improved diplomatic talks with European leaders and Zelensky.
Trump Claims To Broker Trilateral Summit
- Trump says he called Vladimir Putin and began arranging a meeting between Putin and Zelensky.
- The show frames this as Trump personally brokering a trilateral summit and follow-up meeting including himself.
Melania's Letter Highlights Human Stakes
- Zelensky brought a letter from First Lady Melania Trump in response to her prior note to Putin about protecting children.
- The podcast uses this exchange to emphasize the human side of diplomacy.