EP#297 | DSD Podcast: Trump 3rd Term Talk, Elon Worship Syndrome & the Muscle Memory of Bias

Apr 3

📌 Episode Overview

In Episode #297 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar unpacks the growing chatter about a potential third Trump term—and why it’s not just unconstitutional, it’s dangerous. From Instagram polls and mock elections to a deeper dive into faith, political muscle memory, and the rising divide among friends, Ray exposes the blind spots we all carry. He also reacts to viral videos, including a pastor praying over Elon Musk, and shares a candid exchange with a Christian friend about hypocrisy in politics and prayer. This one hits hard.

🔑 Key Takeaways

🗳️ Trump vs. Obama 2028? Instagram polls show most reject the idea as unconstitutional
🙏 Viral video shows a pastor praying over Elon Musk—sparking debate over Christian values
🔥 Ray calls out selective prayer, political worship, and Elon derangement/worship syndrome
🧠 “Muslim = terrorist” muscle memory is still strong—even among smart, successful people
📉 Ray reflects on disappointment, friendship, and when to stop wasting your breath

⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & Jeremy Slayden Episode Recap
01:25 – Maha Movement Is Dead? Trump’s Silence on Epstein Files
02:35 – Strip Away Loyalty: Country Over Politics
04:06 – Big Tech, Big Ag, Big Pharma Won’t Go Down Easy
05:10 – Trump’s 3rd Term Talk: Bannon, Mock Polls & Constitution
08:14 – Deep Shallow Dive vs. Personal Page Poll Results
11:07 – Pronounce the L in Salmon? Why 3 Terms Are a Bad Idea
12:21 – Pastor Prays Over Elon: Viral Clip Breakdown
15:17 – Elon Worship Syndrome vs. Derangement Syndrome
16:19 – Is Trump Still Trump? A Different Man in 2025
17:10 – Katherine’s Honest Response: Pray for All or Just Some?
20:41 – Religious Programming & Faux Livestreams
21:27 – Preview: Dow Brothers Interview (Palestinian-American Veterans)
24:32 – Group Chat Real Talk: Muslim Bias Still Runs Deep
27:04 – Taliban, Forever Wars, and Trillions in Regret
29:08 – Trump Tariff Talk: Missed Opportunity for Smart Strategy

📢🎙️ Conclusion & Call to Action

From third term fantasies to first-world blind spots, this episode is a mirror held up to modern America. Subscribe at DeepShallowDive.com and challenge the narrative.

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🗝️ Keywords

Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar, Trump 3rd term, Obama vs. Trump 2028, constitutional crisis, Elon Musk pastor prayer, Elon worship syndrome, Christian hypocrisy, Jeremy Slayden analysis, Epstein files ignored, Maha movement, faith and politics, political tribalism, Trump vs. RFK Jr., Katherine response, Muslim-American veterans, Palestine interview preview, Taliban control return, forever wars failure, group chat tension, political friendships, Instagram mock polls

🗂️ Categories

U.S. Politics
Faith & Identity
Friendship & Division

🏷️ Tags

Donald Trump
Elon Musk
Katherine

Ray Doustdar

Adding a new chapter to his diverse career, Ray now steps into the world of literature as an author, presenting his debut work, 'Deep Shallow Dive into You.' This book is a testament to his commitment to fostering personal growth and self-awareness.

Ray's venture into authorship extends his passion for meaningful communication and impact into writing, offering readers a transformative journey designed to cultivate a more authentic relationship with themselves.

Ray aims to connect with readers profoundly through his writing, sharing insights and strategies to help them uncover their true selves and live with unwavering authenticity and intention.

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