Sunday, May 3, 2026

Book: Apprentice in Wonderland

"I lost the election."

This book©2024, focuses on Donald Trump as a reality TV star of The Apprentice. The author is a journalist and co-editor in chief of "Variety," a magazine that focuses on the entertainment industry. Since the show's beginnings in 2004, the author conducted hours of interviews with Trump, his "boardroom advisers," Eric Trump, and some of the memorable contestants. The author shares untold tales from this legendary show that has left its mark on popular culture and shaped the legend of its star.

Trump actually said "... I lost the election." The author taped the many interviews he had with Trump. At one point when discussing Geraldo Rivera, he forgot and uttered those words.

(page 191)