Trump Proves Attention Beats Competence | Crypto, FIFA & the New Power Game

Trump Proves Attention Beats Competence | Crypto, FIFA & the New Power Game

Author: TJ Walker July 6, 2026 Duration: 13:39

Donald Trump has turned attention into a political, financial, and cultural weapon. From Trump crypto coins to FIFA and World Cup influence, the story is no longer just about competence, expertise, or governance. It is about who can capture attention, dominate the feed, and turn popularity into power.

This episode breaks down how the attention economy rewards spectacle over skill, hype over results, and engagement over competence.

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