Inside Trump's Head

The One Thing That Truly Terrifies Trump: Wolff

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Jan 11, 2026
Michael Wolff, an astute author and political journalist known for his insider insights, dives deep into the psyche of Donald Trump. He reveals how Trump thrives on uncertainty, using manufactured conflicts like Venezuela to distract while avoiding real risks. The conversation flows from Trump's chaotic communication style to how he dominates attention with endless talk. Wolff also questions Trump's moral claims, critiques the loyalty overshadowing truth in politics, and warns about the dangers of Trump's reaction to genuine global crises.
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INSIGHT

Manufactured Crises As Distraction

  • Michael Wolff argues Trump manufactures crises to stay the center of attention without taking real risk.
  • He announces grand actions like 'invading Venezuela' to distract while doing nothing substantive.
ANECDOTE

Trump Keeps You On The Line

  • Wolff describes how Trump's presence captivates listeners for hours without coherent structure.
  • Reporters become captive audiences to his unplanned, revealing monologues.
ANECDOTE

The Late-Night Rotation Of Callers

  • Joanna Coles and Wolff recount late-night rotating calls where Trump talks endlessly and dials others.
  • Guests experience panic and the Potomac fever of proximity to power during these calls.
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