The Mary Trump Podcast

My conversation with Steven Beschloss examines how the crisis facing American democracy is also a failure of journalism and institutions to name reality. We discuss how corporate media has protected power, hollowed out local reporting, and normalized authoritarian behavior, while independent and local journalists step in to fill the gap. We also look at the global consequences of democratic decline, including Donald’s performance at World Economic Forum in Davos, the unraveling of the post–World War II order, and why voices like Mark Carney matter right now. Finally, we talk about what real resistance looks like and why this moment is both dangerous and a call to action.Steven Beschloss is an award-winning writer, journalist, editor, filmmaker and professor. He writes and publishes America, America, a popular Substack newsletter on politics and society, democracy and justice. His articles and essays have been published by The New Yorker, The Washington Post, The New York Times, The New Republic, Smithsonian, The Economist Intelligence Unit and many others. Books by Beschloss include Adrift and The Gunman and His Mother: Lee Harvey Oswald, Marguerite Oswald and The Making of an Assassin. Send comments/[email protected] visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My conversation with Sarah Ewall-Wice of The Daily Beast about why the real danger isn’t just Donald, but the institutions that have failed to restrain him. We look at his unraveling on the world stage, growing pushback against appeasement, and the family-and-money machinery behind his rise now colliding with cognitive decline and unchecked power. As Donald treats the presidency as a profit center and governance as a transaction, the damage spreads at home and abroad, raising the question of what happens when no one stops him.This conversation from the Daily Beast January 27th, 2026Send comments/[email protected] visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the fallout from the killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis intensifies, the Trump administration moves into damage-control mode. This episode examines a closed-door Oval Office meeting with Kristi Noem, the removal of Gregory Bovino, and the decision to bring in Tom Homan, raising questions about whether anything has actually changed. Mary looks at the administration’s shifting narratives, the growing pushback from Minnesota leaders, calls for independent investigations, and the broader implications for federal authority, voter protections, and public trust as tensions continue to rise.Mary Trump Live Tuesday January 27th, 2026Send comments/[email protected] visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump’s fixation on loyalty over competence is reshaping key institutions at home and abroad. As pressure mounts on the FBI, trust frays within NATO, and ICE’s domestic operations generate fear rather than security, the consequences are becoming harder to ignore. This episode examines how the erosion of institutional norms, alliances, and public trust ultimately leaves Americans less safe and why the long-term damage may outlast any single policy or presidency.Part II:Mary Trump and Dean Obeidallah discuss how Donald’s erratic behavior, renewed Greenland threats, and DOJ stonewalling reflect growing political and legal anxiety as scrutiny around the Epstein files intensifies.(From Jan 22nd.)Send comments/[email protected] visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As protests erupt, Donald Trump sends Border Czar Tom Homan to Minneapolis, while the regime continues to spread lies, only escalating federal chaos instead of accountability.After a federal immigration officer fatally shot 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Jeffrey Pretti, igniting protests in a city already shaken by a recent ICE killing, Pretti’s family disputes the administration’s account while state leaders, the White House, and federal officials respond amid growing scrutiny. This episode examines what is known, what’s being contested, and why the shooting has intensified the national debate over immigration enforcement and accountability.Mary Trump Responds to Today’s Breaking News in this Live eventSend comments/[email protected] visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis has sparked days of protests and intense scrutiny. In the aftermath, statements from Trump administration officials have been disputed by eyewitness accounts, court records, and Minnesota leaders. As competing versions of events emerge, questions are growing about transparency, accountability, and the use of force by federal agencies. This episode breaks down what we know about the shooting, how officials responded, and why the case has become a flashpoint in the national debate over immigration enforcement.Send comments/[email protected] visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

House Republicans target the Clintons over Epstein—while shielding Donald. Photos, flight logs, and testimony raise urgent questions the GOP refuses to ask.Part IITrump Wages War on the Free PressThe Trump regime is censoring the news media. CBS News’s new editor-in-chief Bari Weiss is transforming the once-revered institution into a Trump-friendly outlet, public broadcasting has been defunded, and cable news is walking on eggshells.Please send comments/[email protected] consider visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s been another chaotic and revealing week in the administration, from Donald’s bluster at the World Economic Forum in Davos and his demands over Greenland to a familiar retreat that leaves everything unchanged. Mary examines the pattern of manufactured crises, the officials tasked with defending them, and the growing disconnect between power and reality — from J.D. Vance and Kristi Noem’s one-sided vision of law and order to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s out-of-touch comments on retirement. As always, we break down the rhetoric, expose the double standards, and mock the absurdity along the way.It's Trump Trolls Trump, Week 52. Please send comments/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump melts down at Davos, threatens Greenland, humiliates U.S. allies, and exposes dangerous delusions as Mary warns the world: this is not normal—and it’s getting worse. Part one of a conversation with journalist Brian Karem Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary discusses questions surrounding Donald’s mental health and family history, alongside ongoing legal and political pressures facing his administration. We also examine how immigrant communities in Minnesota are successfully challenging wrongful ICE arrests, and what those cases reveal about federal enforcement practices. The conversation continues with Donald’s response to Greenland and a look at the today’s testimony from Jack Smith.Please send comments/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Displays of erratic behavior raise serious questions about Donald Trump’s health. From dozing in meetings to manic speech and physical strain, his behavior highlights the need for scrutiny and accountability.Part II:Mary joins Andrew Marr on Leading Britain's Conversation to discuss Greenland, Venezuela and US-Europe relations. As Donald’s power grab intensifies, Mary explains why appeasing him always backfires—and why standing up to the regime is now unavoidable.Please send comments/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump’s speech at Davos today was a global embarrassment and a warning. He bragged about U.S. actions in Venezuela, pushed negotiations to acquire Greenland, attacked NATO, and threatened overwhelming force before hastily pulling it back. He lashed out at world leaders, including France’s Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, demanding greater “gratitude.” Trump claimed friendships with Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, dismissed the war in Ukraine, and tied it to his false claims of a rigged 2020 election while threatening future prosecutions. The result left allies stunned and the United States diminished on the world stage.Please send comments/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Polling shows that Americans overwhelmingly oppose the violent tactics of Tom Homan’s ICE. They blame the agency for deadly abuses like the Minneapolis shooting of Renee Good. Behind closed doors, the regime acknowledges the backlash, while publicly pushing propaganda.Part II:Fascist Tactics Exposed in MinneapolisThe regime is echoing Nazi slogans through ICE as Minneapolis faces a federal occupation. Republicans defend it. This is fascismout in the open. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trump delivers a two-hour, rambling press conference—lying about 2020, ICE violence, Minnesota, and even attacking European leaders over the Nobel Peace Prize. Tara Setmayer fills in for this Tuesday's edition of Mary Trump LivePlease send comments/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Journalist and Author Brian Karem sits in for Mary. From shielding an ICE killing to chasing Greenland and inviting Putin onto a “Board of Peace,” Donald’s corruption, cruelty, and delusions spiral out of control.A wrap up of today's newsPlease send comments/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ICE terrorizes U.S. cities, Epstein files vanish, and Donald spirals unchecked. A stark warning about authoritarian chaos—and why Democrats must act now. Mary's conversation with Adam ParkhomenkoPlease send comments/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump and his administration have intensified the use of far-right messaging in 2026, deploying familiar propaganda tactics to reframe damaging stories involving ICE and to undermine trust in the media. Increasingly, this messaging is being transmitted openly and deliberately, becoming a visible part of the administration’s broader brand and public-facing messaging.Part II:Gradually… Then Suddenly For years it crept forward…now it’s exploding. Donald Trump obliterates guardrails at home and abroad as chaos, cruelty, and vengeance become official policy.Please send comments/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Since the overturning of Roe v. Wade abortion bans are delaying care and killing women. Now, with the regime continuing to roll back protections, states like Wyoming show that local governments can fight back. Part IIUnder Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is weakening routine childhood vaccine recommendations, and bypassing scientific review. Health experts warn the move will create confusion, spread distrust, and result in Americans catching preventable diseases.Please send comments/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's week 52 of the Golden Age and time for another Trump Trolls TrumpIn this episode: The chaos accelerates as the administration veers toward disaster. Americans are told to eat less to fight inflation, Donald claims milk improves his cognitive abilities, and Senator Kevin Cramer suggests removing Fed Chair Jerome Powell to make the investigation “go away.” As Interior Secretary Doug Burgum piles on the praise, the week collapses into full absurdity. From food policy to monetary policy, Donald is clearly unraveling.It's Trump Trolls Trump: Week 52Part IIBonus ConentCommentary from Mary about Donald Trump's efforts to change the name of the Department of Defense tothe Department of War from September 2025Please send comments/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friday Wrap-up: Mary Trump LiveDonald threatens tariffs and force to seize Greenland as NATO mobilizes and Republicans revolt. Even MAGA allies warn he’s reckless, delusional, and out of control. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ice Agents Exposed as Sex Offenders and Criminals. As ICE ramps up violence and lawlessness in the state of Minnesota, many wonder what kind of person would join this cruel agency. It turns out that convicted domestic abusers, sex criminals, and hate group leaders are among the ranks.Part II:Donald Trump’s reckless foreign policy, ICE crackdowns, and political retribution are sparking rare Republican pushback. From Greenland to Venezuela to the Fed, cracks are forming, and dissent grows.Please send comments/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ICE violence explodes in Minnesota as Donald threatens the Insurrection Act, spreads lies, and hints at ending the next election. Meanwhile healthcare costs skyrocket with no end in sight.Mary Trump Live Thursday January 15th, 2026Please send comments/[email protected] statement by Governor J.B. Pritzker of Illinois Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For reasons that remain unclear to me, Donald’s handlers allowed him out in public again and during a visit to a Ford plant in Detroit…and it didn’t go well. Part IIDonald Cheers the Iran Protests While Crushing Those at HomeMass protests and harsh government crackdowns in Iran are mirroring events unfolding in the U.S. Yet, Donald Trump urges Iranians to speak out against their regime while condemning demonstrations against his policies at home.News clip from WDIV Local 4 DetroitFor questions and comments [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chaos spreads through Donald Trump’s DOJ as ICE’s killing of a Minneapolis mom sparks resignations, civil rights probes are blocked, and judges rule Trump appointee Lindsey Halligan served illegally—derailing indictments and fueling GOP backlash.Part II:The Trump Economy Tanks as Prices ExplodeDonald Trump’s first year back in office was a massive bust for the U.S. economy. His policies exacerbated inflation, failed to create jobs, and continue to threaten our markets with chaos and volatility.Send Questions & Comments [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald spirals during a speech in Michigan with racist lies and violent rhetoric as DOJ civil rights leaders resign in protest. Even prosecutors are quitting. Is the regime cracking under the pressure?Mary takes a look at today’s news in Mary Trump Live forTuesday January 13th, 2026Send your questions and comments [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After Renee Nicole Good’s killing by ICE, protests have erupted nationwide uniting Americans and pushing Congress to confront ICE’s abuses and demand accountability.Part IIAn updated list on ways Donald and his cronies are profiting through corruption.While Americans struggle with high costs, Donald Trump and his allies rake in billions. Meanwhile, donors get pardons and perks, a secretive $400M White House ballroom is on the way, and the promise of tariff relief checks vanishes.Please send your questions and comments [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arizona Arizona Senator Mark Kelly has filed a lawsuit against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the Department of Defense, accusing the administration of unconstitutional retaliation after Kelly spoke out against illegal military orders. As Donald escalates rhetoric about Greenland and NATO, allies reportedly prepare defensive responses. Meanwhile, Kristi Noem sends federal agents into Minneapolis amid ICE protests, prompting lawsuits from Minnesota and Illinois. This episode also examines the removal of impeachment references from the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery, raising alarms about authoritarian pressure on American institutions.This is Mary Trump LiveMonday January 12th, 2026Please send questions and comments [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the past few days, Donald Trump attacked the Federal Reserve’s independence, behaved erratically with oil executives, and made delusional claims about ruling Venezuela. His escalating abuses of power demand congressional action. Part II:Amid Donald’s chaos, new polling, special election results and growing GOP fractures show his support is slipping. Staying focused on truth, integrity, and the midterms could lead to flipping the House.For questions or comments [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a conversation from September 2025 Mary Trump is joined by journalist Brian Karam to discuss the escalating threats to free speech and a free press, including the confrontation involving Donald Trump, the FCC, and Jimmy Kimmel Live.Mary breaks down Trump’s strongman strategy, keeping the public angry, anxious, and divided as a means of holding onto power, and explains why unity among voters is essential to protecting democratic institutions and ensuring free and fair elections in 2026.The episode closes with Mary’s pointed reflection on Donald’s own words about why he does not believe he’s going to heaven.This is a candid, urgent conversation on media freedom, authoritarianism, and what comes next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mary Trump Podcast January 10th, 2026The year has just begun and the administration is in absolute chaos.RFK Jr told the nation to eat more fat and Dr. Oz suggested Americans put off retirement to bolster the GDP. Meanwhile Donald launched an operation in Venezuela that ended with President Maduro and his wife in U.S. custody and facing charges in New York, all the while eyeing Greenland as a future target and campaigning for the Nobel Peace Prize...not just one, but eight of them.It’s Trump Trolls Trump Week 51Part IIAttacking Veterans:After Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth censures Senator Mark Kelly, Mary discusses the administration’s latest attack on the Navy veteran, who continually fires right back and becomes only more popular in the process.Part IIIBurying the Files:The Department Of Justice broke the law by releasing less than 1% of the Epstein files. Then, they buried the news with holiday timing and other distractions. And yet, the material released still ties Donald Trump to the convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.Please send your questions and comments [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary challenges the unending lies of the regime.Part IIn the wake of an ICE agent killing a woman in Minneapolis, the Trump regime is lying, blocking local investigators, and spreading propaganda. But local leaders, residents, and veterans are pushing back.Part IIDonald promised to end the Ukraine war, cut prices, and boost jobs. A year later, the war drags on, his tariffs fuel inflation, job numbers are down, and voters are souring on his broken campaign pledges.For questions or comments please email us [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An ICE officer fatally shoots Renee Nicole Good as the Trump regime spins, lies, and blames the media. Protests erupt while the FBI seizes control. Democracy on edge. Mary Trump Live January 8th, 2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After an ICE agent killed a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis, the Trump regime rushed to label it “domestic terrorism” before facts were known. Videos, witness accounts, and local officials dispute that narrative as the community demands truth and accountability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary Trump Live Wednesday January 7th with guest host Brian Karem.Thanks for having me guys. We’re starting off with a bang - literally. Apparently the U.S government can extricate a head of state from his well fortified compound in Caracas Venezuela and keep the suspect alive. But the same federal government can’t conduct an ICE operation on American soil in Minneapolis without killing an unarmed 37-year-old woman in a Honda Pilot.Meanwhile, the Presidential PEP Secretary, Karoline Leavitt staged her first press conference of the new year, and while the world is worried about escalating tensions between the United States and Russia, Leavitt began her briefing telling us the world is now safe from children getting transgender surgery. All this, and much more, so let’s dive in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mary Trump Podcast for Wednesday January 7th, 2026Part IVenezuela: Donald’s Global Power Trip Illegal military strikes. Kidnapped leaders. Zero accountability. Donald’s imperial fantasy is dragging America toward moral, legal, and reputational ruin.Part IIThe Hypocrisy of MAGAThe immigration crackdown turns grotesquely hypocritical as Stephen Miller, Kash Patel, and Karoline Leavitt betray their own family histories—while ICE terror spreads nationwide.Part IIIMore on the the Treatment of the DisabledThe administration is trying to systemically strip disabled Americans of their rights. From funding cuts to using vile slurs publicly, Mary trump breaks down this calculated assault. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald melts down at a House GOP retreat, ranting like it’s a rally. Even he admits voters know he’s hurting them—and Republicans fear he’s about to tank the midterms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mary Trump Podcast for January 6th, 2026Part I:Five years ago, Donald Trump incited a violent attack on the U.S. Capitol to overturn an election he lost. He spread lies, endangered lawmakers, harmed officers, and escaped conviction. Now he’s trying to rewrite history.Part II:Is the Manosphere ABANDONING Trump?Donald courted the manosphere to win young male voters. Now, according to the New York Times, Trump’s allies helped free accused sex criminals Andrew and Tristan Tate. This is part of a larger MAGA pattern of embracing misogynists and sex offenders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Nicolás Maduro’s Manhattan court appearance to the Trump regime’s escalating crackdowns at home, the pattern is impossible to ignore. As Marco Rubio spins Venezuela policy and nearly 2,000 federal agents flood Minnesota, Mary Trump breaks down how intimidation, propaganda, and abuse of power have become the regime’s default response—to dissent abroad and communities at home—before closing with a much-needed emotional reset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mary Trump Podcast:Part One:Donald Trump and his administration are trying to systemically strip disabled Americans of their rights. From funding cuts to using vile slurs publicly, Mary breaks down this calculated assault.Part Two: Mary's Daily Beast interview by Joanna Coles exposes the psychological trauma, cognitive decline, and untreated disorders driving Donald Trump’s unraveling—and why his illusion of strength is collapsing fast.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Ali Velshi, Mary Trump and April Ryan break down Donald Trump’s vicious attacks on women journalists—and why his rhetoric puts reporters’ lives and democracy at risk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trump's go-to tactics—lying, spinning, yelling—are failing. Polls sink, the economy burns, and reality catches up. This is what collapse looks like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 of Mary Trump and Katie Phang's discussion about the role corporate media plays by normalizing Donald Trump's cruel behavior as he smeared murder victims, then doubled down. The silence from the Republican party is equally deafening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump keeps using artists’ songs without permission, and being ordered to stop. From Bruce Springsteen to Sinead O’Connor, musicians and estates are slamming his misuse and misinterpretations of their work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary Trump and Katie Phang discuss the role corporate media plays by normalizing Donald Trump's cruel behavior as he smeared murder victims, then doubled down. The silence from the Republican party is equally deafening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary Trump breaks down why Trump’s craving for fake praise reveals the damage, desperation, and danger at the core of his authoritarian behavior. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 of Mary Trump and Brian Karem discussing how Donald Trump has turned the White House into a revenge-fueled sideshow as norms collapse, media caves, and America’s global standing plummets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Democrats rack up stunning special election wins as GOP chaos grows. Polls favor 2026—but MAGA money, gerrymandering, and desperation loom. This fight isn’t over. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary Trump and Brian Karem discuss how Donald Trump has turned the White House into a revenge-fueled sideshow as norms collapse, media caves, and America’s global standing plummets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump has weaponized the DOJ for revenge. His actions include firing opponents, gutting safeguards, and pardoning allies and criminals. He is undermining justice, accountability, and the rule of law. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 of Mary Trump and Ruth Ben Ghiat exposing how Donald Trump is remaking America in his image—renaming institutions, flooding culture with propaganda, and accelerating an authoritarian power grab. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.