i’ve been following you guys for the last four years and it was the best decision I ever made for my sanity because now I know what the law says (the intersection of law and politics of course) as it applies to the stupid the moves that Trump makes!
With the mainstream media, I did not have that information!
I thought the interview went really well. You kept the questions very succinct, and to the point, and you listened and waited for him to respond.
A lot of interviewers are so focused on THEIR questions they won't hear the answers, or they will interrupt a lot. You didn’t do that!
I’m actually very proud of you guys! You've kcome a long way in a short time!
Look at you now! You all are actually the heavy hitters when it comes to the news. How about that shit huh? When I talk about you to my friends, I tell them that I don't have to vet the info I get from you folks, but I know that if I did, it's accurate.
This is definitely NOT some Tucker Carlson shit show!
Anyways, I look forward to listening to you guys every day and I will continue to do so, and I have recommended you to all my friends !
(Edited-my apologies for the voice-to-text word salad. It should be easier to read now!)🤦♂️
The coffee chat really humanizes you. Stains. Muffins, Barking dogs. Wife and baby. Thanks.How about $5 a month subscription? Again, thanks for no paywall!!!🙏🙏🙏 Allowing comments by free subscribers.
Listened to a podcast (Sarah Longwell and Tim Miller) the other day that talked about why podcasts are overtaking mainstream media. They said it was because there is more of a relatable human element. Listeners feel a connection with the podcasters they listen to a lot. I would add that reading a Substack also contributes to that. I’m happy to be a subscriber to both at MTN. While I realize we aren’t friends really, I still feel like we have a connection. Thank you Ben and the brothers and Popok and Ron for what you do. It’s like an extra special Christmas gift.
The Bulwark, Hal Sparks, Pod Save America, Philip Ittner and Joseph Lindsley are among the many podcasters I enjoy following, as well as (of course ) Meidas Touch. Each approach is unique but the same goal of saving Democracy is the underlying theme of all.
It is my personal hope that each and every one of you support each other and not be overly critical or competitive. The only way we will survive this fight against extremism is through unity. Thank you Ben, and the others on your personal team who continue to work towards this common goal!
Podcasts are the way to go........Jennifer on IHIPNEWS labels him Moses Mike......yes he thinks he is.......MTN is now the quarterback for the resistance. In order to save democracy, all social media/podcasts must work as a team.
We are going into overtime Jan 20, democracy, social programs, the envirionment will be on the line.
So well said...we are not "really" friends but there is a connection. I feel like I would be welcome in Ben's home and that he would feel welcome in mine.
Your delightful and insightful interview with Biden was historic in allowing him the little extra time to express his thoughts on his initial goals, and plans for his remaining weeks in office, his achievements and legacy. He was so at ease; a situation denied him all these four years by MSM that was unjust and downright insufferable towards him. Such a compassionate man for the people deserved more and Meidas gave it! Kudos to an interview to be remembered! Well done!
And anyone who thinks First Lady Trump will be able to fire Pres Musk is having pipe dreams. Musk paid a lot for one more trinket and isn't going anywhere :-(
What a week for mighty Meidas! Biden is the best president of my lifetime. Independent media and government workers will protect our democracy by undermining the muskrat and President in name only drumpf.
Ben discussing the blueberry muffin is appreciated. It was a full week. Exhausting. Your interview with President Biden was a lift. I love him for everything he did do and tries(d) to do for our country. I have to make a second cup of coffee. Going to mention one of the books I have recently started which fits in to our situation here in the USA. “Revolution From Abroad,” by Jan T Gross. Jan, I have discovered is totally readable Thank you for sharing your morning coffee. By putting the sweatshirt in the machine right away you may have lifted the stain! Hope so..
I love that Ben makes sure to use his points for free coffee. Mine go towards Chai Tea. 😂. I wonder if Mike Johnson survives as Speaker. He is such a hypocrite and perpetual Trump brown-noser.
This was a wonderful read. It was nice the way you weaved your morning into the story. It was a nice distraction between the crazy news and a way to let us inside your world and personalize yourself for us. We need some normalcy since we won’t be getting it from Prez Musk or lapdog Trump.
I thought the interview with Biden went very well. He looked very comfortable and your questions were fair and afforded him the opportunity to tell everyone all he has done for Americans. Facts not gotcha questions. Look forward to more interviews like these, including with world leaders.
I hope you, your brothers, and family members have a wonderful holiday! Thanks to everyone at MT for keeping us informed.
Ben you spilled your coffee when talking about Trumps melt down. Come on! Admit it, you got too excited! 😂🤣 I have to tell you when you read Trumps post, my husband and I completely lost it! That news was epic and we celebrated! We would REALLY love to see you on Meet the Press to talk about how pissed Trump is with the Medias Touch. That would sure send the orange menace over the edge!
Thank you, Ben, for that Sunday morning boost. Congratulations on the excellent interview with President Biden. Just imagine when your daughter grows up and understands the gravity of this accomplishment. Enjoy your Sunday and keep up the good work!
A must read today is Heather Cox Richardson’s letter (Dec 21 edition) where she explains that Musk got what he really wanted:to strip a provision from the CR that would have curbed his plan to build a large AI operation in China. So, calling for a govt shutdown was a smoke screen to get some things not in his interest removed.
You can never go wrong with a blueberry muffin! Very proud of Meidas for landing that interview. Like you said, we all hope that President Biden's accomplishments will be remembered. We also know that right wing media will do everything they can to soil his reputation, and Trump will continuously outright lie about anything Biden related. Make Biden take any blame for any shortfalls that occur under his "watch". MSM will do nothing about it - just simply nodding their head after every lie. It's up to progressive media now more than ever to accurately report and document so the truth remains for generations. Let's do this! I know the Meidas community can!!!
I'm proud to be part of Meidas Mighty. The interview with Biden was first class and I can't thank you enough for showing him to be the competent leader most of us knew him to be.
Ben, watching your interview with President Biden brought me to tears. What a statesman he is and kudos to you for highlighting that by making your time with him a conversation, not a confrontation or a gotcha moment. As I have read a number of critiques of President Biden in his role supposedly being a doddering, confused liittle man, particularly one from some obscure assistant of an assistant for an assistant to the campaign in 2020, it is easy to recognize that someone like President Biden who does't toot his own horn can be portrayed that way as he quietly goes about his business of taking care of America's interests here and all over the world. Thank you so much. And thanks to President Biden for everything he has accomplished over the last 4 years, even if a lot of people take for granted all that has been done.
Ben, I am so grateful for you and MTN. I don’t watch other news sources much anymore. I always feel guilty that I am financially unable to give monetary support. My SS doesn’t allow me to take care of more than food and utilities.
I inform anyone I can to listen to you on you tube. Keep up the good fight We cannot allow the next administration to steal our democracy.
BTW Texas Paul and Tennessee Brando are wonderful. I am glad they are part of your network.
i’ve been following you guys for the last four years and it was the best decision I ever made for my sanity because now I know what the law says (the intersection of law and politics of course) as it applies to the stupid the moves that Trump makes!
With the mainstream media, I did not have that information!
I thought the interview went really well. You kept the questions very succinct, and to the point, and you listened and waited for him to respond.
A lot of interviewers are so focused on THEIR questions they won't hear the answers, or they will interrupt a lot. You didn’t do that!
I’m actually very proud of you guys! You've kcome a long way in a short time!
Look at you now! You all are actually the heavy hitters when it comes to the news. How about that shit huh? When I talk about you to my friends, I tell them that I don't have to vet the info I get from you folks, but I know that if I did, it's accurate.
This is definitely NOT some Tucker Carlson shit show!
Anyways, I look forward to listening to you guys every day and I will continue to do so, and I have recommended you to all my friends !
(Edited-my apologies for the voice-to-text word salad. It should be easier to read now!)🤦♂️
My sentiments exactly 👍🏼
The coffee chat really humanizes you. Stains. Muffins, Barking dogs. Wife and baby. Thanks.How about $5 a month subscription? Again, thanks for no paywall!!!🙏🙏🙏 Allowing comments by free subscribers.
Listened to a podcast (Sarah Longwell and Tim Miller) the other day that talked about why podcasts are overtaking mainstream media. They said it was because there is more of a relatable human element. Listeners feel a connection with the podcasters they listen to a lot. I would add that reading a Substack also contributes to that. I’m happy to be a subscriber to both at MTN. While I realize we aren’t friends really, I still feel like we have a connection. Thank you Ben and the brothers and Popok and Ron for what you do. It’s like an extra special Christmas gift.
You said it perfectly.
Agreed Bonnie!!!!!
The Bulwark, Hal Sparks, Pod Save America, Philip Ittner and Joseph Lindsley are among the many podcasters I enjoy following, as well as (of course ) Meidas Touch. Each approach is unique but the same goal of saving Democracy is the underlying theme of all.
It is my personal hope that each and every one of you support each other and not be overly critical or competitive. The only way we will survive this fight against extremism is through unity. Thank you Ben, and the others on your personal team who continue to work towards this common goal!
Podcasts are the way to go........Jennifer on IHIPNEWS labels him Moses Mike......yes he thinks he is.......MTN is now the quarterback for the resistance. In order to save democracy, all social media/podcasts must work as a team.
We are going into overtime Jan 20, democracy, social programs, the envirionment will be on the line.
No kidding.
We watched that podcast also.
So well said...we are not "really" friends but there is a connection. I feel like I would be welcome in Ben's home and that he would feel welcome in mine.
Thank you Ben Meiselas for supporting nurses.
And for all you do to help our country.
Retired RN
Your delightful and insightful interview with Biden was historic in allowing him the little extra time to express his thoughts on his initial goals, and plans for his remaining weeks in office, his achievements and legacy. He was so at ease; a situation denied him all these four years by MSM that was unjust and downright insufferable towards him. Such a compassionate man for the people deserved more and Meidas gave it! Kudos to an interview to be remembered! Well done!
💯
Correction: “Meiselas” not Meidas 🧐
This is only my second Sunday Coffee with Ben Meiselas and this time I read it while enjoying my own cup of coffee.
Reading about President Musk and his puppet Trump keep having all of these temper tantrums because neither of them can govern is always hilarious.
And anyone who thinks First Lady Trump will be able to fire Pres Musk is having pipe dreams. Musk paid a lot for one more trinket and isn't going anywhere :-(
What a week for mighty Meidas! Biden is the best president of my lifetime. Independent media and government workers will protect our democracy by undermining the muskrat and President in name only drumpf.
Ben discussing the blueberry muffin is appreciated. It was a full week. Exhausting. Your interview with President Biden was a lift. I love him for everything he did do and tries(d) to do for our country. I have to make a second cup of coffee. Going to mention one of the books I have recently started which fits in to our situation here in the USA. “Revolution From Abroad,” by Jan T Gross. Jan, I have discovered is totally readable Thank you for sharing your morning coffee. By putting the sweatshirt in the machine right away you may have lifted the stain! Hope so..
I love that Ben makes sure to use his points for free coffee. Mine go towards Chai Tea. 😂. I wonder if Mike Johnson survives as Speaker. He is such a hypocrite and perpetual Trump brown-noser.
This was a wonderful read. It was nice the way you weaved your morning into the story. It was a nice distraction between the crazy news and a way to let us inside your world and personalize yourself for us. We need some normalcy since we won’t be getting it from Prez Musk or lapdog Trump.
I thought the interview with Biden went very well. He looked very comfortable and your questions were fair and afforded him the opportunity to tell everyone all he has done for Americans. Facts not gotcha questions. Look forward to more interviews like these, including with world leaders.
I hope you, your brothers, and family members have a wonderful holiday! Thanks to everyone at MT for keeping us informed.
Ben you spilled your coffee when talking about Trumps melt down. Come on! Admit it, you got too excited! 😂🤣 I have to tell you when you read Trumps post, my husband and I completely lost it! That news was epic and we celebrated! We would REALLY love to see you on Meet the Press to talk about how pissed Trump is with the Medias Touch. That would sure send the orange menace over the edge!
Thank you, Ben, for that Sunday morning boost. Congratulations on the excellent interview with President Biden. Just imagine when your daughter grows up and understands the gravity of this accomplishment. Enjoy your Sunday and keep up the good work!
A must read today is Heather Cox Richardson’s letter (Dec 21 edition) where she explains that Musk got what he really wanted:to strip a provision from the CR that would have curbed his plan to build a large AI operation in China. So, calling for a govt shutdown was a smoke screen to get some things not in his interest removed.
I am pretty sure many or most of the maga/gop folks have no clue that that was what it was about.
You can never go wrong with a blueberry muffin! Very proud of Meidas for landing that interview. Like you said, we all hope that President Biden's accomplishments will be remembered. We also know that right wing media will do everything they can to soil his reputation, and Trump will continuously outright lie about anything Biden related. Make Biden take any blame for any shortfalls that occur under his "watch". MSM will do nothing about it - just simply nodding their head after every lie. It's up to progressive media now more than ever to accurately report and document so the truth remains for generations. Let's do this! I know the Meidas community can!!!
I'm proud to be part of Meidas Mighty. The interview with Biden was first class and I can't thank you enough for showing him to be the competent leader most of us knew him to be.
Ben, watching your interview with President Biden brought me to tears. What a statesman he is and kudos to you for highlighting that by making your time with him a conversation, not a confrontation or a gotcha moment. As I have read a number of critiques of President Biden in his role supposedly being a doddering, confused liittle man, particularly one from some obscure assistant of an assistant for an assistant to the campaign in 2020, it is easy to recognize that someone like President Biden who does't toot his own horn can be portrayed that way as he quietly goes about his business of taking care of America's interests here and all over the world. Thank you so much. And thanks to President Biden for everything he has accomplished over the last 4 years, even if a lot of people take for granted all that has been done.
President Biden was busy “working” and providing for all Americans!!
Ben, I am so grateful for you and MTN. I don’t watch other news sources much anymore. I always feel guilty that I am financially unable to give monetary support. My SS doesn’t allow me to take care of more than food and utilities.
I inform anyone I can to listen to you on you tube. Keep up the good fight We cannot allow the next administration to steal our democracy.
BTW Texas Paul and Tennessee Brando are wonderful. I am glad they are part of your network.
Wishing you and yours a wonderful Holiday Season.