How Dysfunction Could Reshape the Midterms

How Dysfunction Could Reshape the Midterms

Author: Mary Trump Media August 24, 2026 Duration: 27:18

Mary and Brian Karem examine how Donald’s governing chaos could reshape the political landscape, including the controversial Jeffries-Kushner meeting, growing national security concerns, the Iran war, and the economic pressures weighing on American voters.



Brian Karem is a longtime American journalist and White House correspondent who has covered national politics for decades. He is host of the podcast Just Ask the Question. 

Karem became widely known during the Trump years for his confrontational exchanges with administration officials and his defense of press freedom. He is also the author of several books, including Free the Press: The Death of American Journalism and How to Revive It and Slanted: How the News Media Taught Us to Love Censorship and Hate Journalism.


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The Mary Trump Podcast features the unapologetically honest and progressive commentary of Mary L. Trump. As a clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and a uniquely positioned critic of Donald Trump, she brings a distinct lens to the week’s news. This isn’t a rehashing of cable news soundbites. Instead, episodes offer in-depth analysis that dissects the current political landscape, challenging dominant narratives and scrutinizing the strategies employed by powerful figures. You’ll hear a clear-eyed perspective that connects psychological insight with political strategy, often highlighting angles overlooked by mainstream media coverage. The podcast consistently works to dismantle right-wing talking points by examining their origins and intended effects. It’s a space for listeners who want more than surface-level reporting, providing a thorough and thoughtful examination of how government actions and political rhetoric shape our daily lives. Tune in for a direct, informed, and principled take on events that define our era.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
A Government Defined by Chaos and Excuses [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:12
Donald turns a crime and safety speech at the Nassau County Police Academy into a political rally while defending $4 gas prices. We also look at his response to concerns about sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, his…
Star Trek Warns About Climate Hubris | "The Devil in the Dark" (TOS) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:15
Star Trek’s Devil in the Dark offers a prescient warning about climate hubris, corporate greed, and the cost of ignoring science—lessons America is still struggling to learn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo…
All Excuses, No Accountability: When the Spin Stops Working [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:15
Donald insists everything is going great while Scott Bessent dismisses consumer anxiety, Bill Cassidy dodges responsibility, J.D. Vance lectures on morality and Mike Lindell reacts to losing exactly as you’d expect.Plus,…
When Excuses Replace Competence and Accountability [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:46
The Trump administration faces growing backlash over the Iran war, rising gas prices, military failures and a deepening crisis of leadership. From the USS Abraham Lincoln to Republican candidates distancing themselves fr…
What Donald’s AF1 Escape Reveals About Power and Accountability [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:29
Mary is joined by writer and commentator Wajahat Ali to discuss Donald’s bizarre escape aboard Air Force One, the continuing questions surrounding the Epstein case, MAGA’s shifting standards, and the media failures that…
Can Political Journalism Still Meet the Moment? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:05
Mary and journalist Brian Karem examine the shortcomings of America’s political media, including its coverage of Donald, political hypocrisy, and the influence of money and corporate interests. They also discuss Democrat…
Hope, Humor and the Fight for Truth | Big Voice Wednesday [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:06
Brian Karem joins Ronda Cress on Big Voice Wednesday for a funny and heartfelt conversation about journalism, music, family, and the importance of speaking up. They discuss making good trouble, holding on to truth, and f…
The Max Miller Scandal and MAGA’s Double Standard [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:00
Mary joins Dean Obeidallah to discuss the backlash surrounding Donald’s defense of Rep. Max Miller as Democrats demand accountability. They examine what the controversy reveals about loyalty, double standards, and a deep…
A Midterm Reckoning Comes Into Focus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:59
Mary joins David Rothkopf on Deep State Radio to examine the growing political consequences of Donald’s economic record, his administration’s defiance of the courts, and deepening concerns about Republican corruption and…
Trump's Revisionist History = Star Trek’s Darkest Timeline [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:01
Back in September 2025, Tim Russ joined Mary Trump and Bob Cesca and the trio spoke about how Star Trek’s warning of false history plays out as Donald Trump erases truth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i…