The Daily Beast Podcast Trump Knows Epstein Could Be His Mortal Threat
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Jan 16, 2026 
Michael Wolff, an insightful author and media commentator, joins to dissect Donald Trump's chaotic presidency. They explore Trump's obsession with controlling media narratives and the implications of CBS's transformation under corporate influence. Wolff touches on Trump's territorial fantasies about places like Greenland as distractions from deeper issues, and unpacks how ongoing Epstein revelations present a real political threat. The discussion also highlights Trump's tactics of targeting elite cities to energize his base.
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Listener Limericks Steal The Show
- Garfreed sends limericks to the show and the hosts read them on air.
- Joanna and Michael mention a recent limerick mocking Trump and introduce their live event details.
Media As A Core Power Lever
- Trump treats controlling media as a primary power play to neutralize criticism and shape reality.
- Michael Wolff says Trump wants to be the star of all media and pressures owners to pay homage.
Corporate Deals Depend On Political Currency
- The Ellison acquisition shows how corporate deals can be contingent on political favor.
- Wolff explains David Ellison needed Trump's blessing and promised to reshape CBS News to secure approval.