Breaking Down: Collapse Daily Episode 93 - This Week in Fascism #12
Jan 16, 2026
This week, the podcast dives into the limited release of Jeffrey Epstein files by the DOJ, revealing troubling redactions. A criminal probe into Jerome Powell’s actions raises eyebrows amidst political pressure. Trump’s bold assertion that only his morality checks his power is dissected, as is a misapplication of surveillance tool Flock, leading to wrongful accusations. Tensions with Iran escalate rapidly, and Trump's bizarre interest in invading Greenland is discussed. Plus, a ruling affects mail-in registration, and a professor wins a hefty payout.
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Epstein Files Vastly Underreleased
- The DOJ published less than 1% of the Jeffrey Epstein files, leaving most documents hidden behind heavy redactions.
- Corey argues this obstructs accountability and masks potentially powerful connections.
Probe Risks Politicizing The Fed
- The DOJ opened a criminal probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell amid political pressure to change rates.
- Corey sees this as a politicization risk that could undermine Fed independence and long-term economic stability.
Rhetoric Of Being Untouchable
- Donald Trump asserted the only check on his power is 'my own morality' and dismissed international law.
- Corey highlights this rhetoric as normalizing untouchability and authoritarian impulses.