Surviving Trump: With Democracy On Life Support

Bella Goode
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Surviving Trump: With Democracy On Life Support

Surviving Trump is your indispensable guide to navigating the challenges and contradictions of life under the second Trump administration. In the first 20–25 segments we’ll uncover what’s truly at stake: our democracy. You'll deep dive into the key players, from Trump and Musk (with candid insights into their mental states) to MAGA supporters and other Trump loyalists, revealing who they are and why they pose a threat to democratic values. This essential guide equips you with the knowledge and insight to confidently navigate the turbulent years ahead, empowering you to make informed decisions and take proactive action as challenges emerge.

  1. Episode 16: The Aftermath: Fallout from Musk’s Government Takeover

    1D AGO

    Episode 16: The Aftermath: Fallout from Musk’s Government Takeover

    Send us a text Elon Musk’s DOGE initiative—the Department of Government Efficiency—was sold as a revolution in streamlined governance. But in the wake of its rollout, America is facing a whirlwind of legal battles, shattered institutions, and deepening national division. In Part Four of our series, we trace the real-world consequences of Musk’s rise inside the Trump administration. What began as a tech-driven experiment in "cutting waste" has become a blueprint for privatized power, deregulat...

    29 min
  2. Episode 15: Project 2025 in Action: How Musk and DOGE Are Breaking the System by Design

    1D AGO

    Episode 15: Project 2025 in Action: How Musk and DOGE Are Breaking the System by Design

    Send us a text Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency—DOGE—has become the engine behind a hostile takeover of the U.S. federal government. Guided by the radical Project 2025 blueprint, Musk and Trump are orchestrating a full-scale dismantling of America’s public institutions under the guise of "efficiency." In Part Three of our six-part Musk series, Bella Goode unpacks how DOGE operates as a power-consolidation machine—firing career public servants, shuttering agencies, and replacing...

    21 min
  3. Episode 14: The Vision of Elon Musk: Savior or Supervillain?

    1D AGO

    Episode 14: The Vision of Elon Musk: Savior or Supervillain?

    Send us a text Understanding Musk’s mental health and leadership is crucial to assessing his influence in both business and politics. While this analysis is based on observations prior to 2025, it serves as critical context for understanding his current role in the Trump administration. His erratic behavior, mood swings, and history of impulsive decision-making were once confined to the corporate world—now, they shape national policy. Elon Musk is a man of extremes—a visionary entrepreneur wh...

    39 min
  4. Episode 13: Elon Musk: Where it all began

    MAR 30

    Episode 13: Elon Musk: Where it all began

    Send us a text Elon Musk is not just a billionaire tech mogul—he’s one of the most polarizing figures of our time. Some hail him as a genius innovator, while others view him as an erratic and dangerous figure who wields too much power. But to truly understand Musk, we need to start at the beginning. In this first episode of our five-part deep dive, we uncover: Musk’s childhood in South Africa – A life shaped by extreme privilege, emotional abuse, and relentless bullying.His complex family dyn...

    32 min
  5. Episode 12.5 Connecting the Dots: A Listening Guide

    MAR 29 · BONUS

    Episode 12.5 Connecting the Dots: A Listening Guide

    Send us a text Episode Summary New here? Just jumping around? You’re in the right place. In this quick guide, host Bella Goode breaks down how Surviving Trump is structured — and how to listen in a way that works for you. You don’t have to go in order. Every episode stands on its own, but together they reveal a much bigger picture: What’s happening to our governmentWho’s driving the changesHow democracy is being reshaped from the inside outBella walks through the full arc of the show — starti...

    3 min
  6. Episode 12: Russell Vought – The Man Rewriting America’s Future

    MAR 28

    Episode 12: Russell Vought – The Man Rewriting America’s Future

    Send us a text Donald Trump’s second term isn’t about governance—it’s about absolute power. But behind the headlines and the chaos, Russell Vought is quietly orchestrating one of the most radical transformations of the U.S. government in modern history. Unlike Trump, Vought isn’t a showman. He’s a strategist, an ideologue, and one of the key architects of Project 2025—a blueprint for dismantling democracy and consolidating presidential authority. Today, we expose his master plan, breaki...

    33 min
  7. Episode 11: Trump's Effort to Become King - Explaining Unitary Executive Theory

    MAR 28

    Episode 11: Trump's Effort to Become King - Explaining Unitary Executive Theory

    Send us a text Donald Trump’s second term isn’t about governance—it’s about absolute power. But behind the headlines and the chaos, the theory of Unitary Executive Power is quietly reshaping the government into something far more Authoritarian. Unlike traditional governance, this theory argues that all executive power belongs to the president alone—unchecked and unchallenged. Today, we break down: The origins of Unitary Executive Theory – How it emerged and why it’s gaining traction now.Histo...

    25 min
  8. Episode 10: The Trauma of Trump’s America

    MAR 18

    Episode 10: The Trauma of Trump’s America

    Send us a text Donald Trump’s second term isn’t just a political disaster—it’s a psychological and institutional crisis. In this episode, we examine: Trump Traumatic Stress Disorder (TTSD) – how his rule is inflicting PTSD-like symptoms on millions.Mental health impacts – the anxiety, exhaustion, and despair triggered by his leadership.The neuroscience of authoritarian trauma – how Trump’s chaos is literally rewiring our brains.The destruction of democratic institutions – from the DOJ purge t...

    23 min
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Surviving Trump is your indispensable guide to navigating the challenges and contradictions of life under the second Trump administration. In the first 20–25 segments we’ll uncover what’s truly at stake: our democracy. You'll deep dive into the key players, from Trump and Musk (with candid insights into their mental states) to MAGA supporters and other Trump loyalists, revealing who they are and why they pose a threat to democratic values. This essential guide equips you with the knowledge and insight to confidently navigate the turbulent years ahead, empowering you to make informed decisions and take proactive action as challenges emerge.

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