The MeidasTouch Podcast Fox News Panics on Air as Trump Looks Worse Than Expected
Sep 3, 2025
The hosts dive into Fox News' panic over Donald Trump's health, showcasing their struggle to spin his deteriorating condition positively. They discuss media double standards in reporting on Trump versus Biden and tackle ageism in health critiques. Insightful thoughts on the Trump family's cryptocurrency ventures emerge, highlighting the tension between their risky investments and real estate holdings. The conversation expands to explore the impact of government subsidies on renewable energy and the implications of military involvement in law enforcement.
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Fox's Defensive Spin Over Trump's Health
- Ben Meiselas argues Fox reacted defensively to visible signs of Trump's poor health, calling their coverage a 'panic attack'.
- He contrasts Fox's defense with the obvious physical decline he says Trump displayed, framing network spin as damage control.
Clips Of Fox Guests Defending Trump
- Ben plays clips of Fox guests and doctors calling criticism of Trump 'ageism' while defending his clarity and health.
- He ridicules those defenses and repeats observable details like bruising and stumbling to challenge their narrative.
Fox's Credibility Undermined By Internal Revelations
- Ben highlights internal Fox documents showing executives mocked their audience and knowingly spread deception for profit.
- He uses these disclosures to argue Fox's credibility is corrupted by contempt and financial motives.