TrentTakesOn 2.0
A podcast about a little bit of everything from an everyman. Join Trent as he takes on modern society, politics, fatherhood, health, self-improvement, and the journey to make the world a better place for future generations. Trent is a progressive everyman, swinging for the fences every single day. Hear stories from the 80s, takes on conservatism, the importance of listening and a veritable potpourri of jetsam from a sometimes fractured stream of consciousness. The first step to being a better human is opening up your mind and heart. Remember, we're all in this together. Intro and Outro music by The Ska'd Fathers written by Darren Murdock, Larry McCoy, Jason Jones, Brent Killey, John Tovaas and me...Trent Maddox. Artwork by my lovely wife, Emily. Follow me on Twitter @TrentTakesOn accept no substitutes.
Episodes
98 episodes
"Be Mad at the Right 1%"
Where've I been? Right here...I'm rather boring that way. Much of America is just surviving, not thriving. Are they blaming the correct people for their lack of success? Some are, most aren't.Happy to be ba...
"Project $1.776B"
A massive, illegal slush fund, corruption at the department of injustice, the internal revenue service neutered, and choosing your voters.You guessed it...I'm back to talk turkey about the Mad King.Also, an update on my dog (she's...
"A Different Dog-Themed Episode"
Dogs.Happiness.Love.Just some of the good things in life.Love,-T
"The Misbehavior of Old, Territorial Dogs"
It certainly seems the Supreme Court has opened the door for wildly racist gerrymandering with its latest decision. What does it mean and will it work? Then I tell a story about an old dog that I really loved and a behavior h...
"I Will NOT Be Gaslit on This."
Both sides? Nah.Freedom of speech? Nah.Fair warning...EXPLICIT episode day.Stay strong,-T
"Wisdom is as Wisdom Does."
What's important? What difference does it make? How should we spend our time? What the hell is going on!?!?Breathe. It's time to take a moment.Love,-T
"Just Call It Evil"
We don't call it out enough. Plain language. Honesty. What's Trump's biggest issue: he's evil.But evil won't win this battle.-T
"Talkin' TACOs!"
Sadly, this isn't a podcast about one of my favorite versions of a sandwich (come at me, bro), but rather the Trump Always Chickens Out phenomenon. How long does it all last? What are we supposed to be focused on? What is trul...
"Back in the Pain."
Old injuries, No Kings, and the dumbest war ever.Yes, it's been quite a week.Stay strong, stay safe,-T
"Edwin Starr and The Temptations Had It Right"
Well...what else was I supposed to talk about?Also, don't forget to find a No Kings event near you at nokings.orgStay strong!-T
"Preparing for the Spider Assault"
This episode is NOT about an actual spider assault...it's more about the sensation you feel when your brain is convinced there's a spider assault happening.Oh, spoiler alert.Enjoy!-T
"Lies Are More Than Just Untruths"
Lies hurt us all. Find the truth.Stay strong, stay safe, -T
"Stupid People Start Stupid Wars"
Well, another republican president has started another war in the middle east. Or maybe it was Israel? No story told in public regarding this "special military operation" (this is what you are required to call it unless you're the m...
"Free Market Capitalism? I Don't Think it Exists..."
A few words on the Paramount/Warner Brothers/Discovery merger. And the corrupt regime that allows/forces them to marry.I feel all icky.-T
"State of Disunion 2026, Bring a Mop"
How do you respond to Trump's "State of the Union" address when he's talking about a union that only exists for the Mad King and his cronies? Well, start with calling it like it is: lies, projection, and corruption.Oh, and br...
"Loser."
So the supreme court actually put a check on the Mad King. Tariffs, as Donny Dementia uses them, are unconstitutional and cannot stand. What comes next? What does it mean to the rest of us?Prepare for the meltdown....
"The Magic of a Crossword Puzzle"
More chaos, more stress, more more more...as this crazy world spins faster out of control, we all need tools to combat the hopelessness. In this episode, Trent takes on those stresses with help from a little one.During times like t...
"Throw Away People"
So much happens in such a short time...and it's all by design. Today's episode features more gratitude to all of you, my friends, and then there's a new argument to share with your pro-Trump family and/or friends. Also, racis...
"Desperate People Do Desperate Things"
The midterm elections are ten months away...and the regime is in overdrive trying to ensure they don't get held accountable for their collective actions. I don't think we are anywhere close to allowing that to happen. And I'v...
"Courage Will Be Rewarded"
Discussing the heroism of Alex Pretti, Renee Good and the countless other unnamed Minnesotans who have faced assault or worse at the hands of lawless federal agents to bear witness to these agents' abuses of power. Who else needs t...
"Dehumanizing Effects"
The madness in Minnesota continues to escalate. Today is a huge protest and boycott in protest of the federal immigration actions in Minneapolis. Pay close attention to how this unfolds.And don't look away from the horrifying...
"The Forgotten Jack Smith"
HEY! IT'S SEASON TWO!!!Remember the special council appointed to investigate Donald Trump's insurrection influence and theft of classified materials? Some dude named Jack Smith. This guy had Trump on the ropes to the po...
"Continued Atrocities"
In the four days since the last podcast...everything got worse! The continued extrajudicial actions of the federal agents terrorizing Minnesota are making loads of headlines, so naturally the regime is trying to muddy the waters with thei...