The Trump Tapes

Bob Woodward's Twenty Interviews with President Donald Trump

By: Bob Woodward

Narrated by: Donald J. Trump, Bob Woodward

Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins

Publisher's summary

“The most memorable contribution to this year’s American political literature, however, was not a printed book. The Trump Tapes…is an audio collection that offers a passport to the heart of darkness.”—The Guardian

“An uncharacteristic warning from one of the most respected, non-partisan journalists in the world”—Jake Tapper, CNN

“It was riveting. I couldn’t get enough of it.”—Gayle King, CBS Mornings

The Trump Tapes explodes with the exclusive, inside story of Trump’s performance as president—in his own words as he is questioned, even interrogated by Woodward, on the president’s key responsibilities from managing foreign relations to crisis management of the coronavirus pandemic.

This is the job Trump seeks again. How did he do the first time? This is the authentic answer, laying bare his repeated failures, obsessions, and grievances.

The Woodward interviews take a listener to a reporter’s laboratory meticulously examining the Trump presidency like never before—spellbinding and devastating.

*Including all 27 letters between President Trump and North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un

©2022 Bob Woodward (P)2022 Simon & Schuster Audio Originals

Fascinating.

Whatever your view of Donald Trump, a fascinating oral trip through his mind, personality and political views. As Woodward says in his intro, let the reader listen and make up their own minds as to what this tells us.

the GOAT

Trump is absolutely hilarious. treat your self to the AUDIBLE treat that this book is.

Required Reading and a warning!

Thank you Bob of capturing history. I want to thank you for your works. History will say you were a good man, that has done your best to preserve democracy.

Reveals both Trump and Woodward

Woodward sounds like a Trump supporter in some conversations but I attribute that at least in part to exploiting Trump’s weakness to flattery. Some of Woodward’s asides also seem too sympathetic, though. He says the Strzok-Page texts show a “stunning” bias against Trump like he’s never seen in 40 years. How many text exchanges among government employees has he ever seen? Doesn’t he realize people are more candid with each other than they are with a reporter, even off the record? Apples & oranges, Bob. I’m sure there were some choice words about Obama, Bush, and every other president and presidential candidate over the years when they talk among themselves.
It’s still great to hear Trump lie, brag and go off-topic nonstop and Woodward’s attitude at least shows that his book isn’t a liberal hit job. So, 4 stars.

Important historical interviews!!

This was fascinating to listen to. Anyone who still thinks they would want Trump as the POTUS really needs to listen to this.

Wow!

Thank you, Mr Woodward for sharing these tapes with the world! A truly enlightening listen.

Donald J. Trump: The Death of U.S. All

This book is pure genius. What better way to expose to the American people and the world at-large the mentally ill mind of Donald Trump? Trump's sense of low Self-worth is painstakingly clear as he shows how he can't let go of needing the approval of Democrats and the Free Press. These two entities may have replaced his parents, whose love and approval he never received. A must listen.

What web he tries to weave

Incredible tapes! Woodward did an excellent job interviewing Trump. Trump put his own foot in his mouth! Trump did not come out on top that's for sure. As Bob Woodward said, he's not fit to be a president. That's frightening when you think of it. Thank you Bob for your hard work especially trying to interview Trump without ever getting upset or angry! You sir deserve a medal!!

Bravo Bob Woodward

The self control by Bob Woodward was beyond belief. Interviewing someone so full of himself must have been excruciating. And thanks for expressing the opinions so many of us have - including a total lack of heart, and UNFIT!

Very Difficult Listen

I could only listen for short amounts of time. The repetition and monotony of the ex president’s voice, the way he endlessly lied and bragged about himself, as well as the number of times he talked over, lied to, interrupted, and basically never answered the interviewer’s questions was maddening. However, it’s a beautiful thing that all his thousands of lies have been recorded for history. Kudos for putting the truth out there for all Americans and the world to hear, Bob!