President Trump Is Disconnected From His Base

Resources

Articles & Papers

• "The Bubble Wrapped President" by Jonathan Lemire (The Atlantic) - This article is discussed as the basis for the episode's premise that President Trump has become isolated from his base and out of touch with their concerns.

People Mentioned

• Jonathan Lemire (Staff writer at The Atlantic and co-host of Morning Joe on MSNBC) - Featured guest and author of the article "The Bubble Wrapped President."
• Barack Obama (Former President of the United States) - Mentioned as an example of a president whose public movements were notable events due to security.
• Joe Biden (President of the United States) - Referenced as a predecessor who some felt was in a political bubble by the end of his term.
• Thomas Massie (U.S. Representative) - Mentioned as one of the few Republicans who has defied Trump.
• Rand Paul (U.S. Senator) - Mentioned as one of the few Republicans who has defied Trump.
• Jeffrey Epstein - Mentioned in the context of Republicans defying Trump on this issue.
• Pete Hagseth (Secretary of Defense) - Mentioned in relation to scrutiny over a military strike in the Caribbean.
• Tanya Nemer (Former Immigration Judge) - Filed a lawsuit against the administration claiming discrimination.
• Kirstjen Nielsen (Homeland Security Secretary) - Mentioned for thanking Trump and for her social media post about recruiting "deportation judges."
• Debbie Stabenow (Democratic Senator from Michigan) - Her office received threats after Trump called for lawmakers to be put to death for treason.
• Mark Kelly (Senator from Arizona) - Being investigated for serious allegations of misconduct.
• Sonny Perdue (Agriculture Secretary) - Announced the administration's intent to politicize SNAP.
• Christopher Wray (FBI Director) - Discussed as someone who seemingly doesn't want to be FBI Director, with criticism of his off-duty activities.
• Cash Patel (FBI official) - Criticized for his use of an FBI private plane and swat unit for personal reasons, and for his leadership style.
• Dan Bongiorno (FBI Deputy Director) - Viewed as "something of a clown" by those working for him.
• Charlie Kirk - Mentioned in relation to Cash Patel's actions.

Organizations & Institutions

• The Atlantic - Publication where Jonathan Lemire's article was published.
• MSNBC - Television network where Jonathan Lemire co-hosts "Morning Joe."
• Fox News Business - Mentioned by Trump as "fake news."
• The Republican Party - Discussed in relation to Trump's influence and the future of the party.
• The Democratic Party - Mentioned in relation to SNAP recipients and lawmakers who have received threats.
• Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Mentioned in relation to firing immigration judges and recruiting "deportation judges."
• FEMA - Mentioned in relation to keeping hurricanes away.
• Senate Judiciary Committee - Involved in an investigation into FBI Deputy Director Cash Patel.
• House Democrats - Conducted an investigation into FBI Deputy Director Cash Patel.
• The FBI - Discussed in relation to Cash Patel's actions and leadership.
• The National Guard - Mentioned in the context of a shooting.
• Crooked Media - Production company for the podcast.
• Associated Press - Provided help with news.
• Writers Guild of America East - Mentioned as the union representing the production staff.

Websites & Online Resources

• Truth Social - Social media app owned by Trump, mentioned as a place where he is exposed to views that agree with him.
• Twitter - Mentioned as a platform Trump is no longer on.
• Wirecutter - Mentioned as a publication that named Aura Frames as number one.
• Apple Podcasts - Platform for leaving reviews.
• YouTube - Platform for watching the podcast and other content.
• Meta.com - Website mentioned in relation to Meta's AI infrastructure investments.
• RonaldMcDonaldHouse.org - Website for donations to Ronald McDonald House.
• Scam Goddess (Podcast) - Mentioned by Lacey Mosley.
• Pod Save the World (Podcast) - Mentioned as a podcast with a new episode.
• Odu.com - Website mentioned for business software.

Other Resources

• Operation Warp Speed - Initiative to develop and distribute COVID-19 vaccines.
• COVID-19 pandemic - Discussed in relation to Trump's downplaying of its severity and the development of vaccines.
• National Green Bean Casserole Day - Mentioned humorously at the start of the episode.
• Midterms - Political elections discussed in relation to Trump's campaigning.
• Nobel Peace Prize - Mentioned as something Trump is obsessed with.
• SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) - Discussed in relation to proposed cuts and data requests.
• Republican spending law - Mentioned as containing expanded work requirements for SNAP.
• Government shutdown - Mentioned in relation to delaying SNAP payments.
• Morning Joe (TV show) - Co-hosted by Jonathan Lemire.
• Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fights - Mentioned as something FBI Director Christopher Wray enjoys watching.
• Country music concerts - Mentioned as something FBI Director Christopher Wray enjoys attending.
• Magna celebrity world - Mentioned in relation to FBI Director Christopher Wray's activities.
• Private plane - Mentioned in relation to FBI Deputy Director Cash Patel's use of one.
• FBI raid jacket - Mentioned in relation to an incident involving Cash Patel.
• Velcro patches - Mentioned in relation to the FBI raid jacket incident.
• Polygraphs - Mentioned as being ordered by Cash Patel to find internal critics.
• Honduras election - Discussed on the "Pod Save the World" podcast.
• Fraud - Topic of the "Scam Goddess" podcast.