For Heaven's Sake Trump's World
Jan 21, 2026
Exploring life in a chaotic global landscape, the hosts delve into Israel's political challenges amidst U.S. unpredictability under Trump. They discuss Israel's surprise at recent U.S. decisions regarding Gaza and the anxiety felt by both Israelis and Americans. With insights on Trump's narcissism leading to dire consequences and the consequences of broken promises, they highlight the need for Israel to reclaim its self-determination while maneuvering through this tumultuous era. The lack of a coherent strategy from Netanyahu adds further complexity to Israel's situation.
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Live Watching A Dystopian Moment
- Donniel Hartman describes Israelis watching Trump's Michigan press conference live while fearing a possible strike on Iran.
- He says Israelis were literally transported into "Trump's world" and found the spectacle dystopian and humiliating.
Israel In Someone Else's Game
- Donniel Hartman argues Israel no longer sets the agenda and often finds itself in "somebody else's game."
- He warns that policy moves now happen in a world shaped by Trump's unpredictable decisions.
Narcissism As Dangerous Unpredictability
- Yossi Klein Halevi links Trump's narcissistic spectacle to dangerous unpredictability at the presidential level.
- He says narcissism at that scale becomes a form of madness with life-and-death consequences in the Middle East.