Trump’s First Day will Live in Infamy: American Carnage Begins Now

Trump’s First Day will Live in Infamy: American Carnage Begins Now

Author: Really American Media January 25, 2025 Duration: 1:32:00

Hosts Dr. John Gartner and Dr. Harry Segal review Trump’s dangerous first day in office with the help of guest Hafiz Rashid, an intrepid journalist from the New Republic, who shares his reporting on the 220 executive orders that went into effect on January 20th.


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In a world where Donald Trump’s return to power threatens to upend our democracy, our hosts tackle the psychological and political implications of his presidency. Drawing on their deep expertise, they bring clarity to the chaos.

Hafiz Rashid, a journalist from the New Republic, joins the show to provide extremely valuable insights into the media's role, and the potential dangers ahead for journalists willing to hold the administration accountable.

We’ll dive right into the troubling start of Donald Trump's new term, which our hosts describe as akin to the rise of a Russian-style oligarchy. Through the unique lens of these top clinical psychologists, we’ll reflect on Trump's inauguration, where tech billionaires like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg set the backdrop. 

We’ll also point out how his inauguration speech, rife with aggressive language, reflects his worsening malignant narcissism. Described as a harbinger of a new “oligarchic” age in America, they analyze Trump’s obvious allegiance to the billionaire class in his speech.

Our hosts don’t hold back when it comes to Elon Musk’s bizarre behavior this week, including his alleged Nazi salute. Dr. Gartner and Dr. Siegel dissect the psychological dimensions of these kinds of displays of power, and unchecked grandiosity.

We’ll also talk about the incredulous blanket pardons given to the violent Jan 6 insurrectionists, and discuss how Trump’s meme coin is nothing more than a means to “cash in” on his presidency.

As Dr. Gartner and Dr. Siegel stress, now is the time for resistance-and psychological resilience is more important than ever. So be sure to join us next week as we continue to remain vigilant and proactive in these uncertain times.

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Each week, psychologists John Gartner and Harry Segal sit down for a session focused on a singular, complex subject: the mind of Donald Trump. In their Shrinking Trump podcast, produced by Really American Media, they apply their clinical expertise to publicly available behavior and speech, methodically documenting signs of cognitive decline and exploring the ramifications of his diagnosed malignant narcissism. They are joined by a roster of expert guests from various fields, turning each episode into a nuanced discussion that goes beyond standard political commentary. Dr. Gartner, a former Johns Hopkins psychiatry professor and founder of the Duty To Warn association, brings a particular urgency to these conversations, framing them within a broader ethical context. This isn't about partisan politics; it's a forensic psychological examination of a figure who has profoundly impacted the national landscape. Tuning in, you'll hear a careful, evidence-based analysis that breaks down rhetoric and action through a clinical lens, offering listeners a distinct perspective found in few other news and politics podcasts. The dialogue is direct, informed, and dedicated to understanding the psychological drivers behind the headlines, providing a deeper framework for interpreting ongoing events.
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