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🏙️Donald Trump’s 1980s Interview—Business, Politics & Early MAGA Sentiments 💼🇺🇸
Season 5
Episode 35
Published 1Â year, 5Â months ago
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In this fascinating episode of Open My Mind, we revisit Donald J. Trump’s captivating 1980s interview with David Letterman, where he candidly discusses his life, career, and opinions on public service. 📚
✨Promoting his book, “Trump: The Art of the Deal”, Trump reflects on his reputation, claiming that most people love him, though he acknowledges a few detractors due to his candidness. He reveals his work habits, including his limited need for sleep and genuine enjoyment of his work, rather than being driven by ambition.Trump credits his father for his emotional support and business wisdom, which he sees as key to his success in real estate.
He downplays failures, viewing them as learning experiences, and takes pride in accomplishments like the successful completion of the Wollman Rink project in Central Park, criticizing inefficiencies in city management.The conversation shifts to politics, with Trump expressing frustration over New York Mayor Ed Koch's leadership, and rejecting the idea of running for mayor or president at the time. However, he was already vocal about his concerns over the U.S. being taken advantage of by countries like Japan, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. Trump’s emphasis on competence and efficiency, both in business and governance, foreshadows his future political career and the “Make America Great Again” sentiment.
This episode is part of the Open My Mind: History’s Hidden Lessons Series.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
Warm Regards, The Guardian & Talisman
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Ministry of Mind — Where Calm Creates Power.
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🎵 instrumental music by Ministry of Music on Spotify
calm • clarity • discipline • mental resilience
✨Promoting his book, “Trump: The Art of the Deal”, Trump reflects on his reputation, claiming that most people love him, though he acknowledges a few detractors due to his candidness. He reveals his work habits, including his limited need for sleep and genuine enjoyment of his work, rather than being driven by ambition.Trump credits his father for his emotional support and business wisdom, which he sees as key to his success in real estate.
He downplays failures, viewing them as learning experiences, and takes pride in accomplishments like the successful completion of the Wollman Rink project in Central Park, criticizing inefficiencies in city management.The conversation shifts to politics, with Trump expressing frustration over New York Mayor Ed Koch's leadership, and rejecting the idea of running for mayor or president at the time. However, he was already vocal about his concerns over the U.S. being taken advantage of by countries like Japan, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. Trump’s emphasis on competence and efficiency, both in business and governance, foreshadows his future political career and the “Make America Great Again” sentiment.
This episode is part of the Open My Mind: History’s Hidden Lessons Series.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- Trump’s early reflections on business success and failures as learning experiences
- His critique of New York City’s management and inefficiency
- Early expressions of the MAGA mindset, focused on competence and putting America first
- Trump’s thoughts on politics long before his presidential run
Warm Regards, The Guardian & Talisman
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ministry-of-mind--6690976/support.
Ministry of Mind — Where Calm Creates Power.
🎧 Long-form video editions available on YouTubeÂ
🎵 instrumental music by Ministry of Music on Spotify
calm • clarity • discipline • mental resilience