A WORLD GONE MAD
A Progressive Liberal News Podcast
Veteran Television, and Radio Broadcaster Jeff Alan Wolf offers his Observations on the issues (many issues) of the week with a fearless liberal bent. His solid delivery, and dry common sense approach sets him apart from other liberals that populate Talk and Commentary Podcasts”
Jeff Does NOT Pull Punches.
He does NOT Make comments that are “SAFE”.
He tells the Truth.
(He Tells It As He Sees It)
He Is Very OPINIONATED!
He says the things Out Loud YOU’RE
already thinking.
Jeff is Unfiltered, Unspun, A little Unhinged, but offers a lot of Common Sense.
This Podcast could make you MAD.
This Podcast could make you SMILE.
Regardless, it WILL make you THINK!
A WORLD GONE MAD
Friday Frenzy News Stories, Pay For View Fight Trump vs Musk We Pay Dearly
When titans clash, everyone feels the tremors. The explosive feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk has rapidly devolved from policy disagreement to personal vendetta. This isn't just entertainment—it's a seismic shift in American power dynamics with real-world consequences, including Tesla's staggering $152 billion market value loss in a single day.
Through a detailed timeline spanning June 2-6, 2025, I track how a seemingly minor criticism of Trump's "one big beautiful bill" ignited a firestorm that House Speaker Mike Johnson ominously described with "nobody challenges Trump without consequences."
This "full-on GOP civil war" exposes deep fractures between conservative populists and libertarian-leaning technologists, forcing Republicans and Silicon Valley leaders alike to choose sides in a conflict that could reshape American politics and business.
But amid this high-stakes drama between powerful men behaving like children, actual children are showing us a better way.
These contrasting images leave us with a powerful question: as democracy hangs in the balance in a world that sometimes seems to have gone mad, who truly deserves our attention and admiration—billionaires throwing tantrums or children quietly changing their communities through simple acts of kindness?
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This is a world gone mad. This is a world gone mad, mad, mad, mad, mad. It's another day in a world gone mad. I'm Jeff Allen Wolfe and I'm back again to give my commentary on the news, so thank you for joining me this episode. I'm going to talk about the Musk-Trump feud. Trump feud, that's right. Donald, the delusional dictator, and Elon I believe I'm the real President Musk are battling it out Now. I'll get to that issue a little later on, but I first want to give you some quick highlights of what's happened in the last 24 to 48 hours, and I'm calling this as a new segment, friday Frenzy. So here we go.
Speaker 1:Well, the US Supreme Court delivered a pivotal 6-3 decision permitting the Department of Government Efficiency, doj, to access our sensitive Social Security Administration data. This ruling temporarily lifts a lower court's injunction that had restricted Doge's access due to privacy concerns. Now, the court's conservative majority sided with the Trump administration what a surprise emphasizing the government's need to proceed with its efficiency initiatives. However, the liberal justices dissented. However, the liberal justices dissented, expressing grave concerns over potential privacy violations and the lack of demonstrated need for such broad access. Doge, established by President Trump and initially led by Elon Musk, aims to modernize federal operations and eliminate waste. The administration argues that accessing our social security data is crucial for identifying and preventing fraud within the social security system. Critics, however, warn that granting DOGE unfettered access to personal information, such as social security numbers, our medical records and financial data, poses significant risks to individual privacy and lacks adequate oversight. This decision by the Supreme Court underscores the ongoing debate over the balance between governmental efficiency and the protection of personal authority. Now, as legal challenges continue, the implications of this ruling will likely influence future discussions on data access and executive authority. You know the ruling is not a surprise to me. Really, it's a disgusting ruling, a completely wrong ruling and a total invasion of our rights and privacy. But I've said this multiple times before in previous episodes that's not going to stop the Republicans and their supporters. The Supreme Court has lost their way.
Speaker 1:World Pride controversy in DC. Lgbtq plus communities gathered in Washington, despite safety concerns, celebrating World Pride 2025 with parades, art and activism. Now federal authorities closed DuPont Park ahead of World Pride events due to safety concerns. Lgbtq plus activists criticized the move as discriminatory. No words for this, other than veiled bigotry is what I'm thinking. Human trafficking awareness in Omaha, non-profits are raising awareness about human trafficking risks as crowds gather for the College World Series. You know it's good to hear some noble actions finally being taken by some people, as opposed to what the norm is happening today In international news.
Speaker 1:Norway strengthens rape laws. Norway passed a landmark law criminalizing sex without explicit consent, joining a broader European trend in sexual assault legislation. You know it's good to hear that Norway is protecting people and penalizing people who commit rape.
Speaker 1:Russia's largest aerial assault on Ukraine June 6, 2025. Today overview, russia launched its most extensive aerial assault on Ukraine since the beginning of the war. The attack was a direct retaliation for Ukraine's surprise drone offensive days earlier, known as Operation Spider Web. Now the details of the assault are follows Russia deployed 407 drones, 45 missiles, including cruise and ballistic missiles. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 368 drones and 36 missiles. Targeted cities were all over Ukraine. At least four killed, including three emergency responders in Kiev, with 50-plus injured. Extensive damage reported to homes, power stations and rail networks. Ukraine's Operation Spiderweb happened June 1st when Ukraine launched coordinated drone attacks on Russian air bases in Siberia and the Arctic. Over 40 Russian military aircraft were destroyed, including Tu-95 and Tu-22M bombers. This attack significantly weakened Russia's long-range strike capabilities.
Speaker 1:Now the international response US President Trump, after speaking with Putin, confirmed awareness of Russia's intent to respond and urged measured force. Now Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned Russia's retaliation, called for increased global sanctions and support. You know this marks a sharp escalation in warfare tactics on both sides. Ukraine is now capable of striking deep within Russian territory with high precision. Russia's retaliation signals both its vulnerability and its continued reliance on overwhelming aerial force. Experts warn of further escalation and stress the need for international diplomacy. Trump made a comment recently saying you know, it's like two children in a playground. I'm paraphrasing I should just let them fight it out. How frigging irresponsible you are, donald, allowing this bloodshed to continue.
Speaker 1:Israel arms Gaza clans. Prime Minister Netanyahu acknowledged arming certain clans in Gaza to oppose Hamas, sparking international debate. Netanyahu won't stop. He's on his own, protecting his rep doesn't care about his country, it seems, and creating, you know, a chaos, just like Donald's doing in our country.
Speaker 1:D-day, 81st anniversary. Leaders and veterans gathered in France to commemorate the 81st anniversary of D-Day. At Bayeux War Cemetery In Glastonbury there was a festival, and the lineup will include the 2025, the band called the 1975 rather Neil Young, olivia, rodrigo and Rod Stewart in the legend slot, and that's the Friday Frenzy. To catch you up to date on a lot of things that have happened in the last 24 to 48 hours. Ladies and gentlemen, let's get to our featured boxing match.
Speaker 1:I turn this over to ring announcer Mark Sampson. Mark in the red corner, the stable genius, the man who's 6'5 and 210 pounds and in perfect health. Hey, can you people stop laughing in the front row, perfect health? Hey, can you people stop laughing in the front row Fighting out of Mar-a-Lago against everyone and currently the delusional dictator, the waste of DNA? I bring you Taco man and hit his own corner of the world. The world's richest man, man, the man who thinks he could solve anything at all, and if he can't, then fuck it, he'll destroy it. I bring you Elon, the man who thought he was the real president Musk.
Speaker 1:Okay, so the two grown-up babies are going at it and it's deteriorating into a puddle of sludge. So let me give you a breakdown as best as possible. Let's go to a deep dive what took place, and I'm going to give you a timeline. Okay, as best as possible. There are a lot of things said, that I don't have everything here, but this is the overview for those of you who want to know what the hell is going on. This is for June 2nd to June 6th, now currently the Trump-Musk feud Okay.
Speaker 1:June 2nd Musk's initial critique Elon Musk posts on X calling Trump's one big beautiful bill a disgusting abomination. Musk claims the bill would raise the deficit by $2.4 trillion over the next 10 years. June 3rd Trump's response Trump says he's disappointed in Musk. During a press briefing with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, he claims Musk knew the bill's contents and is only criticizing it for attention. June 4th escalation on social media. Musk fires back on X Donald knew I didn't see the bill. Musk says Without my support he'd still be golfing in Mar-a-Lago.
Speaker 1:Trump threatens to revoke government contracts for Tesla and SpaceX, stating government shouldn't support traitors. Musk sarcastically announces he'll decommission SpaceX's Dragon capsules. Musk later backtracks. Musk then posts maybe it's time for Congress to look at impeachment. Musk adds a controversial post following that and says birds of a feather, trump and Epstein just sang. June 5th political reactions White House labels Musk's Epstein remark unfortunate and reckless. Steve Bannon pipes in demands an investigation into Musk's immigration status suggests that Musk could be deported. House Speaker Mike Johnson then says I hope this can be resolved, but nobody challenges Trump without consequences.
Speaker 1:June 6th continued fallout. Musk posts a meme mocking Trump as a crying baby with the caption stable genius meltdown. Trump reposts on Truth. Social Elon is a loser without loyalty I made him, I can break him. Tesla stock drops 14%, wiping out $152 billion in market value for Musk. No sign of reconciliation. Political analysts say this is now a full-on GOP civil war. June 7th early morning, jeff me goes into the nearest bar, orders several double scotches on the rocks, and I was there for seven hours staring at the wall wondering why the fuck are all of us in America watching this bullshit between these two babies? All right, here's the key takeaways. Yes, there were some other comments from Musk like make my day. Acting like Clint Eastwood towards Trump.
Speaker 1:The Trump-Musk feud has shifted from policy disagreement to personal attacks. Economic ripple effects are already being felt in the markets. Deep fractures now exist between conservative populists and libertarian tech leaders. The expert analysis is as follows. These are all the experts' opinions. Trump-musk feud ramifications. Long-term ramifications of this feud. One mutually assured destruction. Tech journalist Kara Swisher warns the feud could lead to a mutually assured destruction. Musk controls critical infrastructure like Starlink and SpaceX, while Trump can weaponize federal authority. Both men could cause serious harm to each other's empires. Number two economic and market impacts. Tesla shares, like I said, dropped over 14%, $150 billion plus due to the feud. Trump media also dipped 8%. Analysts warn of reduced investor confidence and possibly regulatory blowback for Musk's projects, especially around EVs and autonomous vehicles.
Speaker 1:Number three political fallout and GOP dynamics. The rift exposes deep fractures in the GOP. Musk's criticism of Trump's tax bill might influence other tech donors. This could cost Republicans critical support heading into the 2026 midterms. Number four Silicon Valley's political realignment. The feud is forcing tech leaders to rethink their alignment with Trump. Figures like Brad Gertzner and Gary Tan cautiously side with Musk. There's growing tension between libertarian-leaning technologists and Trump's populist base. Number five regulatory and legal challenges. Trump allies have suggested revoking Musk's government contracts and launching immigration investigations against him. This threatens SpaceX's work with NASA and could provoke lawsuits over political retaliation.
Speaker 1:Number six perception and brand impact. Musk's public spats are fueling movements like Tesla takedown and Trump's brand also suffers. When feuding with once allies, the reputations of both figures could face lasting damage. Conclusion about all this back and forth between Trump and Musk Well, without reconciliation, both Trump and Musk face significant political, financial and reputational fallout. Analysts agree this is no longer just a personality clash. Reputational fallout Analysts agree. This is no longer just a personality clash. It's a battle for influence that reshapes politics, tech and the economy. Bottom line for me, wolfpack listeners, we're caught in the middle of the room between this shit-throwing between Donald and Elon and obviously we're going to get a cut up pretty badly. All right, after ducking all that mudslinging and shit-throwing between Trump and Musk, it's time to shift gears and all the Wolfpack listeners joining me in drinking. That is, if you drink, if not, it's a good time to start.
Speaker 1:Okay, this episode's uplifting story is about children. In fact, I'm going to offer you two stories involving children, some acts of kindness and empathy. My first story I offer you involves a young boy's mission to spread love. Carter Kefauver, a 10-year-old boy from Whitehall, ohio, began spreading kindness after being inspired by his mother's generosity when his mother, robin, donated her $275 raffle prize. Carter asked his mom why. She told him it only took $5 to be kind. That simple lesson sparked Carter's journey. Kind that simple lesson sparked Carter's journey. Carter used five dollar gift cards to show appreciation to sanitation and postal workers. He later expanded his efforts to create blessing boxes stocked with food and hygiene products and free little libraries filled with donated books. He also assembled 75 crisis care bags filled with items such as fidget toys, teddy bears, snacks and hygiene products. These were distributed to children in distress by local police officers. Now, following the loss of his mother, carter founded a non-profit in her memory to continue his acts of kindness. He was named White Hall's Youngest Opportunity Ambassador in 2023. You know, tip of my hat to you, young man, from the heart to other people's souls. Well done.
Speaker 1:My second story involves something called Crim Elementary's Kindness Rooming Empathy in Schools. I don't know if you've heard about this, but listen. On May 19, 2025, crim Elementary School in Bowling Green, ohio, opened a kindness room as part of the Luke of Lucan Boyle, a 14-year-old who died by suicide in 2017 after experiencing cyber bullying. The room provides a safe, creative space for students to practice and express kindness. It includes art materials, cards and supplies for crafting messages of hope, encouragement and gratitude. Students can make items for peers, teachers and even first responders. Photos of Luke can line the walls appropriately, serving as both inspiration and a reminder of why kindness matters. The initiative complements other school programs like Club Smile and Bobcat Leaders, which encourage positive leadership and inclusivity. Now, principal Zeb Kello emphasized we have to teach kids how to be kind. It's a skill like anything else. Two stories well done from children paying it forward, so to speak. Hopefully, these two stories inspire you and set up your weekend properly.
Speaker 1:This is A World Gone Mad. I'm Jeff Allen Wolfe. I'll be back again Monday. I really hope to hear from you. I could use your energy and input. Otherwise, I'm sitting in a room talking to myself. Have a great weekend until Monday. Stay hopeful. There is chaos in the world, can't you see? And we need to stand up and preserve our democracy. This is a world gone mad. This is a world gone mad.
