The Mary Trump Podcast

This week on Trek Politics, Mary Trump and Bob Cesca break down the classic Star Trek: The Original Series episode “The Tholian Web” and explore why one of the franchise’s most debated episodes continues to resonate with fans. As Captain Kirk disappears into interphase space and the Enterprise faces mounting danger, the focus shifts to the growing tension between Spock and McCoy, leadership under pressure, and the emotional core of the series.

Donald’s “Sleepy Joe” attacks come back to haunt him as new clips show the aging president repeatedly nodding off during public events. Mary also breaks down Pastor Robert Jeffress claiming Donald understands the Bible better than the pope, Mark Burns unveiling a literal golden statue called “The Don Colossus,” and Donald revisiting his “Dr. Jesus” era by suggesting “resurrecting” people back from the dead.Plus, Donald turns the remodeled Rose Garden into an informal 2028 poll between JD Vance and little Marco Rubio, and may have accidentally handed Democrats a new midterm slogan before leaving for China.It’s Trump Trolls Trump, Week 69Please send comments/questionsinfo@marytrumpmedia.comConsider visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us

Before the meme coins, Bibles, NFTs, and gold sneakers, there was Trump Steak, Trump Vodka, Trump University, and Trump Airlines. But what makes this moment different is that Donald is now profiting from a massive branded product empire while serving as president of the United States.This episode breaks down the watches, cologne, crypto ventures, trading cards, Trump Mobile phone rollout, and the growing monetization of the presidency itself.From meme coins to merchandise, the Oval Office has become part of the business model.Please send comments/questionsinfo@marytrumpmedia.comConsider visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us

Virginia voters approved new redistricting maps. Then, just as those maps threatened Republican power, the courts stepped in and Democratic Senate leader Louise Lucas found herself facing an FBI raid that sent shockwaves through Virginia politics. Mary Trump examines the timing, the fallout, and the growing concerns over political power, federal investigations, and the battle for control of democracy in America.Please send comments/questionsinfo@marytrumpmedia.comConsider visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us

Mary Trump joins Wajahat Ali as they discuss Donald falling asleep on camera, MAGA pastors unveiling a golden statue, and the Iran disaster spiraling into global chaos.Find out about Wajahat Ali atthelefthook.substack.comWajahat edits The Left Hook Substack and co-hosts The Democracy-Ish podcast with Danielle Moodie.Please send comments/questionsinfo@marytrumpmedia.comConsider visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us

Inflation surged to 3.8% this week as rising energy prices tied to the Iran conflict continue squeezing American consumers. Meanwhile, Donald heads to China alongside billionaire CEOs for a summit with Xi Jinping focused on trade, tariffs, and escalating global tensions.This news brief also covers Donald’s bizarre South Lawn appearance with the Indiana Hoosiers, concerns after he repeatedly nodded off during an Oval Office MAHA meeting, Pete Hegseth facing questions over the growing costs of the Iran conflict and the administration’s proposed $1.5 trillion Pentagon budget, and new Epstein hearings underway in Palm Beach near Mar a Lago.Please send comments/questionsinfo@marytrumpmedia.comConsider visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us

Economic Advisor Kevin Hassett says the economy and the midterms are looking great for Republicans, but today’s reality check includes rising debt interest costs, Donald claiming he’s ended eight wars, millions losing SNAP benefits under the “big, beautiful bill,” backlash over the missing Trump phones, and a MAGA prayer ceremony built around a towering gold statue known as “The Don Colossus.”Please send comments/questionsinfo@marytrumpmedia.comConsider visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us

Mary Trump, Joyce Vance and Katie Phang expose the GOP’s latest voter suppression tactics, ICE poll threats, and the growing fight to protect democracy.Joining us today is Katie Phang, an attorney, legal analyst, and former MSNBC host known for her sharp coverage of law, politics, and democracy issues. Katie is the creator of the Substack and podcast “Law and Disorder,” where she breaks down the legal and political stories shaping the country right now.Substack: Katie Phang’s “Law and Disorder”Also joining us is Joyce Vance, the former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama and a longtime MSNBC legal analyst. In addition to her Substack “Civil Discourse,” Joyce is also a co-host of the popular legal and political podcast “#SistersInLaw,” alongside Barb McQuade, Kimberly Atkins Stohr, and Jill Wine-Banks.Substack: https://joycevance.substack.com/#SistersInLaw Podcast:https://politicon.com/podcast-category/sisters-in-law/Please send comments/questionsinfo@marytrumpmedia.comConsider visiting MaryTrump.org and subscribing to my Substack: The Good in Us

Mary Trump and Bob Cesca break down Star Trek’s “The Doomsday Machine” — PTSD, command collapse, suspense, Kirk heroics, and chilling political parallels.