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    9/16/25: They're coming for the 1st Amendment, and they're thrilled

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 60:09


    -- On the Show: -- CBS reporter Nancy Cordes corners Donald Trump with a list of right-wing political violence incidents, showing that most political violence in the U.S. comes from the right -- Trump says he is "not so sure" about the First Amendment when asked about protesters' rights -- Trump and allies discuss labeling opponents and groups as dangerous and using legal tools to target dissent and protest movements -- J.D. Vance urges supporters on The Charlie Kirk Show to report and call the employers of people who "celebrate" Charlie Kirk's killing, effectively endorsing mass doxxing -- Trump tells supporters to "do whatever the hell you want" toward people they dislike, which encourages mob violence and lawlessness -- Gavin Newsom warns that Trump and Stephen Miller plan to rebrand Democrats as terrorists to justify dismantling democratic institutions -- Kash Patel and others claim a missing manifesto proves motive in the Charlie Kirk killing despite no presented chain-of-custody or verifiable evidence -- Rachel Campos-Duffy and Kevin Corke on Fox & Friends push an unfounded narrative that Tyler Robinson's gender identity or hormones caused Charlie Kirk's shooting -- On the Bonus Show: Trump sues the New York Times for $15 billion alleging defamation, Kash Patel gets questioned on Capitol Hill, Kathy Hochul endorses Zohran Mamdani, and much more...

    9/15/25: A dangerous moment for the US after Kirk shooting

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 62:34


    -- On the Show: -- Every major Democratic voice and mainstream left commentator condemns Charlie Kirk's murder, while Donald Trump and many on the right turn violence into mockery -- The Charlie Kirk shooting shows that a pro-gun, two-parent, law-enforcement family upbringing does not prevent shootings -- Kari Lake falsely blames college radicalization for Charlie Kirk's murder despite his killer's single virtual semester at Utah State University -- Trump and MAGA leaders pivot from facts to blaming platforms and push a crackdown that targets independent social media -- Trump uses a press conference about the Charlie Kirk killing to attack the left and repeat false narratives about investigations -- Trump responds to a condolence question about Charlie Kirk by pivoting to brag about the White House ballroom project -- Eric Trump frames Charlie Kirk's death as proof of a “sleeping enemy” awoken and issues thinly veiled threats of retribution -- Fox News host Brian Kilmeade suggests involuntary lethal injection for people experiencing homelessness -- Calls to release full Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell records continue -- On the Bonus Show: Right-wing blames Charlie Kirk murder on "fascist" label, MSNBC vs Fox double standards over incendiary rhetoric, Kathy Hochul endorses Zohran Mamdani, and much more...

    BONUS FREEBIE: New Mexico makes childcare free, RFK weighs blaming mass shootings on video games

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 15:57


    -- On the Bonus Show: New Mexico is making childcare free, RFK Jr. weighs blaming mass shootings on video games, sugar consumption goes up when it's hot outside, and much more... Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership  Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/  Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book 

    9/12/25: United States entering a very dark period

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 70:04


    -- On the Show: -- Tyler Robinson, 22, has been identified as the alleged shooter who killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk --Donald Trump fuels political violence in America and immediately weaponizes Charlie Kirk's assassination without pause or fact-finding -- Prioritizing being offended over strategic thinking risks weakening the left and losing elections -- Trump is being manipulated by Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders while Republicans are just starting to acknowledge it -- The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that nearly one million jobs were overstated under Donald Trump, signaling a stalled labor market -- A new study finds 99 percent of Americans will lose income under Trump's economic policies while only the top 1 percent benefit -- Trump faces an unavoidable political loss as House members move to force a vote on the Epstein files despite his defenses -- Gallup reports U.S. support for capitalism is at a historic low while Americans are disillusioned with the current economic system -- Ali Velshi reports on MSNBC that Donald Trump's health crisis can no longer be ignored by mainstream media -- On the Bonus Show: Trump happily approves funding for red states, Senate Republicans block release of Epstein files, and much more...

    9/11/25: Charlie Kirk assassinated and all hell breaks loose

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 54:19


    -- On the Show: -- Charlie Kirk is assassinated at a Utah college event and his death sparks fears of escalating political violence -- The FBI under Kash Patel mishandles the Charlie Kirk shooter case, announcing a suspect was in custody and then releasing him -- Donald Trump blames the left for Charlie Kirk's killing and vows to target organizations he claims are responsible -- Republican figures like Nancy Mace immediately blame Democrats for Charlie Kirk's assassination and call for retaliation -- Asmongold falsely claims 90 percent of political violence is left wing despite overwhelming evidence of far right violence -- On the same day as Charlie Kirk's assassination dozens of shootings occured nationwide including one at a Colorado high school -- Jesse Watters vows to avenge Charlie Kirk's death and threatens politicians and media figures -- Greg Gutfeld speculates that Charlie Kirk's killing looks like the work of a professional sniper -- Charlie Kirk's assassination reignites calls for real gun reform and challenges the excuse that it is always too soon -- The killing of Charlie Kirk shows how instant smartphone footage reshapes how Americans experience public assassinations -- Kamala Harris slams Joe Biden's 2024 reelection bid in her memoir and accuses him of undermining her politically -- On the Bonus Show: Manhunt continues for Charlie Kirk shooter, Senate Republicans block Epstein files release, Larry Ellison surpasses Elon Musk as world's richest person, and much more...

    9/10/25: WWIII on the brink as Trump trolled at DC restaurant

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 77:33


    -- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Dan Pfeiffer, Pod Save America co-host and former senior Obama advisor -- Poland shoots down Russian drones in NATO airspace while Donald Trump stays silent -- Trump calls the Jeffrey Epstein birthday letter a "dead issue" as allies and Democrats demand more files -- Trump denies the Epstein letter, saying the signature and language are fake despite mounting evidence -- A handwriting expert confirms the Epstein birthday letter signature belongs to Donald Trump -- Karoline Leavitt insists multiple documents are fake as reporters press her with contradictions -- Karoline Leavitt dodges questions about tariffs possibly driving the United States into a depression -- Protesters confront Trump at a Washington DC restaurant, forcing him to demand their removal -- On the Bonus Show: New Mexico is making childcare free, RFK Jr. weighs blaming mass shootings on video games, sugar consumption goes up when it's hot outside, and much more...

    9/9/25: Trump's Epstein drawing released as Dem Governor shuts him down

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 63:40


    -- On the Show: -- Congress obtains Donald Trump's infamous Epstein birthday letter that he swore never existed -- Trump allies like Eric Trump and Charlie Kirk insist the Epstein birthday letter is fake despite matching signatures from the same era -- Karoline Leavitt calls the Epstein birthday letter a hoax and vows lawsuits while denying overwhelming proof of its authenticity -- Maryland Governor Wes Moore refuses Trump's push for federal occupation and declares he will bow down to nobody -- Fox News hosts struggle to spin disastrous jobs data as Trump's economic talking points collapse on air -- Vice President JD Vance dismisses concerns about war crimes by tweeting he doesn't care about being challenged over military abuses -- A federal appeals court rejects Trump's immunity claim and upholds E Jean Carroll's $83 million defamation verdict -- Trump lashes out at reporters with rambling answers about war, sanctions, and cartels while demanding silence -- Trump smirks as religious leaders pray over him and rants about crime, Biden, and his fading memory at a Bible museum event -- Trump shows worsening health signs from bruised hands and confusion to unintelligible stories and balance problems -- On the Bonus Show: Scott Bessent nearly fights another Trump official, students' test scores are worsening, Trump slaps his name on Biden's infrastructure projects, and much more...

    9/8/25: Chicago under militarization threat as authoritarianism grows

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 67:51


    -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump sent federal troops into Washington, D.C., but daily protests only grow stronger -- Gavin Newsom teases 2028 while Wes Moore bows out of 2028, raising questions about Democratic strategy -- Trump threatens to send troops to Chicago against the will of Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor JB Pritzker -- Illinois leaders, including JB Pritzker and Juliana Stratton, keep protests peaceful to deny Trump a pretext for military action -- Trump briefly praises vaccines in a rare moment that contradicts his own Health Secretary, Robert F Kennedy Jr -- Trump rambles incoherently about immigrants, Putin, Chicago, and beef prices in a series of disastrous answers -- American farmers post viral videos showing anger and despair over Trump's policies -- Trump attends the US Open with broadcasters ordered to avoid boos, but fan videos expose the crowd reaction -- Corporate media downplays Trump's visible health issues while independent outlets highlight his disappearance and confusion -- House Speaker Mike Johnson accuses Trump of secretly working with the FBI, raising questions about his loyalty -- On the Bonus Show: Republicans are turning on Thomas Massie, Democrats are more focused on young leadership than Republicans, food makers phasing out artificial dyes, and much more... ☕ Trade Coffee: Get 50% off a 1-month trial at https://drinktrade.com/pakman

    BONUS FREEBIE: Epstein victims making their own list, CEO snatches hat from kid at tennis match

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2025 17:31


    -- On the Bonus Show: Epstein victims compiling their own client list, PragerU creates an AI Founding Fathers museum exhibit, CEO snatches a player's hat from a boy at a tennis match, and much more... Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership  Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/  Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book 

    9/5/25: Anti-Trump protests coming back as Trump unites world against us

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 68:52


    -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump alienates allies and adversaries alike as countries unite against an unpredictable and hostile America -- New jobs data shows slowing private sector growth and rising layoffs as Trump struggles to hide a weakening labor market -- Congressman Lee Zeldin openly declares total allegiance to Trump instead of offering independent policy positions -- The No Kings movement organizes a nationwide day of action against Donald Trump's authoritarian threats -- Trump and Robert F Kennedy Jr suppress a federal study linking alcohol to higher cancer risks -- Trump privately acknowledges his declining legacy as scandals and health questions mount -- Gavin Newsom mocks Trump's speaking style to highlight his absurdity and trigger his thin skin -- Over one thousand health officials demand Robert F Kennedy Jr resign as Trump's chaotic administration faces collapse -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: More on the poor jobs numbers, Trump looking into banning gun ownership for trans people, and much more...

    9/4/25: Is MAGA collapsing under Trump's own weight?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 56:58


    -- On the Show: -- Epstein victims publicly say Jeffrey Epstein bragged that he was very good friends with Donald Trump -- Epstein survivors announce they will compile their own list of names connected to Epstein's world -- Donald Trump angrily dismisses questions about the Epstein files as a Democrat hoax while reporters press him -- Gavin Newsom gains attention for directly challenging Trump and triggers him into angry posts -- Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo compares vaccine mandates to slavery and pushes anti-science rhetoric -- New jobs report shows more unemployed Americans than available jobs as Trump's policies worsen the economy -- Trump calls Republican Congressman Thomas Massie an insurgent who should be taken out after Massie backs Epstein victims -- Trump posts bizarre late-night rants while appearing physically frail and denying Epstein victims' accounts -- Marjorie Taylor Greene urges Trump to meet Epstein's victims and supports releasing documents despite his resistance -- On the Bonus Show: National Guard deployed in DC losing morale, Fox bosses called Jeanine Pirro a "reckless maniac," Newsmax suing Fox News, and much more...

    9/3/25: Trump hit with legal defeat as resignation scandal explodes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 58:20


    -- On the Show: -- Judge Charles Breyer rules that Donald Trump illegally used the U.S. military as a domestic police force and sets a precedent against future deployments -- Trump pressures Republicans to block a near-successful bipartisan push by Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna to force the release of hidden Jeffrey Epstein files -- David pushes back on accusations of selling out while rejecting claims he is adopting right-wing beliefs and criticizing purity-test leftists -- Trump lashes out on Truth Social with jealous posts as Xi Jinping Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un meet without him -- Trump gives a chaotic press conference filled with false claims rants about crime and boasts of exaggerated achievements -- Trump denies a video of garbage bags leaving White House windows calling it AI despite confirmation it was real contractor work -- Donald Trump tries to shift attention from visible health decline with a political move to relocate U.S. Space Command to Alabama -- Fox News medical contributor Marc Siegel defends Trump's health at age 79 while ignoring past criticism of Joe Biden -- Trump is heard rasping and frail in new audio raising fresh concerns about COVID or other serious health issues -- On the Bonus Show: Epstein victims compiling their own client list, PragerU creates an AI Founding Fathers museum exhibit, CEO snatches a player's hat from a boy at a tennis match, and much more...

    9/2/25: US losing influence as Trump health fears explode

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 57:20


    -- On the Show: -- David considers suing after Wired publishes allegations about Chorus influencing his content -- David questions whether pragmatic progressives and purity test progressives are truly part of the same movement -- Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Narendra Modi align at a global summit as American influence weakens under Donald Trump -- Wall Street tanks after a court rules Donald Trump's global tariffs unconstitutional and repayment may be required -- The White House posts outdated photos to cover for Trump's unexplained six-day disappearance -- Viral medical threads spark speculation that Trump has suffered mini strokes during his absence from public view -- Trump's social media posts change style dramatically, fueling suspicions that someone else is writing for him -- Viral video shows heavy black bags tossed from a White House window raising questions about renovations or hidden medical waste -- Trump admits his administration is being ripped apart by internal battles over the COVID vaccine -- On the Bonus Show: Trump to give Rudy Giuliani the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Americans lose faith in upward mobility, Oklahoma unveils "America First" teaching test, and much more...

    9/1/25: Trump European humiliation as Epstein scandal blows wide open (EPISODE FROM JULY 28, 2025)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 80:40


    LABOR DAY / CLASSIC EPISODE FROM JULY 28, 2025 -- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Heather Cox Richardson -- Donald Trump faces mounting fallout from the Epstein files as comparisons to Watergate raise questions about his legacy -- Donald Trump delivers a rambling and incoherent rant about windmills and whales during a global press appearance -- Tulsi Gabbard lashes out after her attempt to reframe Russiagate with declassified documents fails to gain traction -- Donald Trump fumbles basic questions and dodges Epstein inquiries in what might be his most disastrous press conference yet -- Donald Trump appears unwell and rants about nuclear dust while dodging questions on Gaza and free speech -- Senator Markwayne Mullin is fact-checked live by Jake Tapper after falsely blaming Obama for Epstein's 2008 plea deal -- Benny Johnson's explosive subscriber growth on YouTube raises major red flags about possible artificial inflation strategies -- On the Bonus Show: Trump caught cheating at golf, Pete Hegseth ordered to stop lie-detecting staff, Lauren Boebert defends her son over child abuse allegations, and much more...

    BONUS FREEBIE: Trump's Hispanic support tanks, Cracker Barrel changes logo

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2025 16:41


    -- On the Bonus Show: Hispanic voters turning on Trump, Cracker Barrel's new logo sparks MAGA outrage, Florida cities ordered to remove rainbow crosswalks, and much more... Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership  Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/  Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book 

    8/29/25: Republicans pounded at town halls as Trump predicts major win

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 59:21


    -- On the Show: -- Rep. Barry Moore refuses to answer who pays Trump's tariffs and Rep. Mark Alford is confronted by a farmer over losses caused by those tariffs -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr blames antidepressants and transgender transitions for violence instead of addressing guns after a Minnesota mass shooting -- Donald Trump posts on Truth Social boasting about Republican fundraising and predicting a huge victory in the midterms -- Blue states could cripple red states by quietly withholding financial support instead of pursuing an impossible formal secession -- The White House uses Ronny Jackson, a disgraced former Navy doctor and current congressman, to declare Donald Trump the healthiest president ever despite visible health concerns -- A discussion about Democratic elected officials failing to connect with voters and independent media -- Speculation grows that JD Vance is positioning himself for the presidency as Trump's health problems and age raise succession questions -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Trump revokes Kamala Harris's Secret Service Protection. a bizarre Fox News segment about Cracker Barrel's logo change, and much more...

    8/28/25: DC fiasco grows as Governor drops dementia bomb

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 62:32


    -- On the Show: -- David responds to a Wired article that names him and other creators in connection with the progressive group Chorus and clarifies there is no content control or direction from the organization -- Trey Gowdy says on Fox News that the country must confront keeping firearms out of the hands of young men after school shootings while Sean Hannity suggests metal detectors as the answer -- Congressman Josh Brecheen faces angry constituents at a town hall who challenge him on false claims about the Trump economy and demand answers about high drug and grocery prices -- Grocery prices rise as stores pass Trump's new tariffs directly to consumers undermining his promises that foreign countries would pay for them -- Rising prices, layoffs, and tariffs create inflation and early signs of a downturn that could become a severe Trump recession -- A federal judge orders the closure of Trump and Ron DeSantis's $245 million Everglades detention camp exposing waste and donor enrichment -- Gavin Newsom uses Elon Musk's Grok AI and Trump's repeated falsehoods to suggest Trump shows signs of dementia sparking viral reactions -- Trump claims Washington restaurants are booming, but data shows his crackdown and rising costs are actually hurting the industry -- Congressman Mike Collins is caught on a hot mic saying Trump's name is in Jeffrey Epstein's files -- After Robert F. Kennedy Jr fires CDC Director Susan Monarez, four top officials resign in protest, accusing the administration of pushing anti-science policies -- Japan's top trade negotiator cancels a planned Washington visit, citing “technical” issues with the deal, exposing Trump's weakened leverage after cutting tariffs from 25% to 15% without securing concessions -- On the Bonus Show: Putin escalates strikes against Ukraine, prosecutors are unable to get an indictment against a man who threw a sandwich at a federal agent, 25 countries suspend postal service to the US over tariffs, and much more...

    8/27/25: GOP loses seat badly, Trump has soldiers picking up trash

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 64:06


    -- On the Show: -- Democrat Catelin Drey defeats Republican Christopher Prosch in an Iowa Senate special election flipping a Trump district and ending the GOP supermajority -- Donald Trump deploys more than 2,200 National Guard troops from multiple states to collect trash in Washington DC as part of a beautification mission -- The White House pushes back as questions mount over Donald Trump's health after visible bruises, swelling, and cognitive slip-ups -- Trump makes false claims about crime, autism, prescription drugs, and restaurants while Robert F Kennedy Jr rants about radioactive shrimp during a chaotic cabinet meeting -- Cabinet officials and allies, including Tulsi Gabbard, Kristi Noem, Kelly Loeffler, and others, lavish praise on Donald Trump in an extraordinary display of flattery -- Support among young men who backed Trump in 2024 collapses as economic struggles, immigration raids, and broken promises sour his appeal -- California Governor Gavin Newsom publicly raises concerns about Trump's mental fitness -- Trump mocks Gavin Newsom's hand movements while Newsom fires back online -- Trump posts a series of late night Truth Social rants boasting about fundraising, crime, and attacking Seth Meyers -- Charlie Kirk tells Taylor Swift to reject feminism and submit to her fiancé, Travis Kelce, in a bizarre rant about their engagement -- On the Bonus Show: Trump signs an executive order against flag burning, Trump wants to change the Defense Department's name to the Department of War, US threatens to withhold funding from states over truck driver English proficiency rules, and much more...

    8/26/25: Robert Reich joins David, Trump admin goes Communist

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 76:39


    -- On the Show: -- Robert Reich, former Secretary of Labor, joins David for a Substack Live.  Get a copy of Robert Reich's book Coming Up Short: A Memoir of My America: https://bookshop.org/p/books/coming-up-short-a-memoir-of-america-robert-b-reich/22044757 Learn more about Robert Reich's newest documentary film The Last Class: https://www.thelastclassfilm.com/ -- Donald Trump takes a 10% government stake in Intel and signals plans to partially nationalize other defense companies -- Trump makes shocking remarks to Vladimir Putin during their recent meeting -- Trump tries to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook but she refuses to resign and cites the law protecting her role -- Trump declares his love for Black people in a widely circulated video clip -- Trump bizarrely calls himself the President of Europe and makes a series of incoherent claims about energy, crime, tariffs, and history -- Trump appears with severe recurring bruises on both hands raising new questions about his health and transparency

    8/25/25: Trump police state grows as health concerns explode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 64:44


    -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump escalates his police state strategy by deploying armed soldiers to Democratic-led cities against the will of local leaders -- Ghislaine Maxwell undermines Trump's exoneration effort by clearing everyone in Epstein's orbit, making her denial sound rehearsed -- Trump's bruised and swollen hands fuel speculation about hidden health issues as staff scramble with makeup cover-ups -- Trump awkwardly conceals his bruised right hand from cameras, deepening suspicion that his health problems are being hidden -- Doctors and observers warn of Trump's possible cognitive and physical decline after visible bruises, weight gain, and unsteady gait -- Rising numbers of Americans, especially LGBTQ people, apply for asylum abroad as Trump's policies make them feel unsafe at home -- JD Vance embarrasses himself by falsely claiming World War II ended in negotiations, showing ignorance of basic history -- Trump unleashes a late-night Truth Social tirade, escalating his public meltdown with unhinged posts -- Trump lashes out at Maryland Governor Wes Moore with threats of military deployment after Moore challenges him directly -- Ron DeSantis absurdly blames Joe Biden for the 2020 census even though it was run under Trump's first administration -- Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reportedly plan to ban COVID vaccines nationwide, reversing Trump's own “Warp Speed” legacy to appease anti-vaxxers -- On the Bonus Show: Hispanic voters turning on Trump, Cracker Barrel's new logo sparks MAGA outrage, Florida cities ordered to remove rainbow crosswalks, and much more... ✉️ StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman

    BONUS FREEBIE: Republican Rep says he's spoken to dead voters, Trump targets wind and solar

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2025 18:30


    -- On the Bonus Show: Republican congressman says dead people told him they voted fraudulently, Trump says U.S. won't approve new solar and wind projects, African Union wants a map that better represents Africa's size, and much more... Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership  Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/  Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book 

    8/22/25: Terrifying Trump warning, self-inflicted economic disaster

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 60:25


    -- On the Show: -- Former CIA officer Ned Price warns that Vladimir Putin manipulates Donald Trump with KGB tactics and that Trump aligns with Kremlin interests over U.S. allies -- Conservative figures including Jesse Watters, Kellyanne Conway, and Dana Perino attack Gavin Newsom for trolling on social media while comparing him unfavorably to Donald Trump -- Mike Pence calls on Donald Trump to back sanctions against Russia and criticizes him for weakness as Vladimir Putin escalates aggression -- Donald Trump pushes efforts to end mail-in voting and undermine democracy while targeting independent outlets like MeidasTouch and The David Pakman Show -- Trump inherited a strong economy but has sparked inflation and trade turmoil with tariffs and reckless policies that hurt working families -- Fox Business correspondent Lydia Hu accidentally exposes Republican hypocrisy on gerrymandering while trying to criticize Gavin Newsom -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: CIA raids John Bolton's home, and much more...

    8/21/25: Texas does it, Trump cracks, disaster economic headlines

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 65:05


    -- On the Show: -- California Governor Gavin Newsom joins David to discuss his redistricting strategy aimed at countering Republican gerrymandering in Texas -- Texas Republicans pass a Trump-backed gerrymander while Gavin Newsom launches a direct counterstrike with California redistricting -- Donald Trump faces backlash as tariffs drive up costs with rising prices hitting John Deere PepsiCo Sony and electricity bills -- Trump demands rate cuts that would inflate the value of over one hundred million dollars in bonds he recently purchased -- Kellyanne Conway lashes out as Gavin Newsom trolls Trump online and undermines her defense of Trump's approach to history and media -- Right-wingers from Sean Hannity to Ted Cruz spiral over Gavin Newsom's trolling -- Trump explodes on Truth Social with a late-night rant praising Texas gerrymanders, attacking Gavin Newsom, and threatening Colorado -- JD Vance embarrasses himself by claiming homeless people make Union Station dangerous while protesters boo him, Stephen Miller, and Pete Hegseth -- On the Bonus Show: Republican congressman says dead people told him they voted fraudulently, Trump says U.S. won't approve new solar and wind projects, African Union wants a map that better represents Africa's size, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman

    8/20/25: Narcissistic meltdown as trade deals might evaporate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 58:46


    -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump claims trade deals with countries like Japan and the United Kingdom exist but officials admit they are only unsigned frameworks -- Trump admits on Fox News he fears not getting into heaven sparking speculation about his health and state of mind -- Karoline Leavitt lashes out at reporters when asked about Trump refusing calls from Vladimir Putin and gives evasive answers -- Trump falsely claims polling workers asked him for his license plate when voting -- CNN analyst Harry Enten reports Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" is the most unpopular major legislation in decades with voters -- Trump rages that museums like the Smithsonian are too focused on slavery and threatens legal action to rewrite exhibits -- Trump calls himself a war hero despite draft dodging while veterans still struggle for care due to his administration's cuts -- Trump once tweeted about wanting Vladimir Putin as his best friend showing his admiration for authoritarian leaders -- Elise Stefanik is booed off stage twice at an event in her district highlighting voter frustration with her MAGA loyalty -- On the Bonus Show: MSNBC changing its name, Elon Musk pauses making new political party, Mormon women can wear new sacred undergarments, and much more...

    8/19/25: Zelenskyy-Trump meeting chaos as veggie prices surge 40 percent

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 63:35


    -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump reverses his ceasefire stance after meeting Vladimir Putin and pressures Volodymyr Zelenskyy to accept land concessions without a ceasefire -- Trump fails to see Finnish President Alexander Stubb sitting directly in front of him and asks where he is during a public event -- Trump blames Barack Obama for losing Crimea and defends Vladimir Putin while dismissing Ukraine's NATO aspirations -- Trump praises Vladimir Putin during a red carpet meeting and blames Ukraine for getting invaded while downplaying Russia's aggression -- Wholesale vegetable prices surge nearly 40 percent in July raising fears of sharp increases in grocery costs for consumers -- Washington DC restaurant reservations plunge more than 25 percent after Donald Trump federalizes the police and militarizes the city -- Gavin Newsom rises in Democratic primary polls for 2028 after his redistricting efforts -- Fox News personalities criticize Gavin Newsom for mocking Trump online exposing hypocrisy about Trump's own years of ridicule -- On the Bonus Show: Texas Democrats monitored by law enforcement after returning to state, Trump vows to end mail-in voting, Ohio's Sherrod Brown launches bid for US Senate, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman

    8/18/25: Putin crushed Trump, and it devastated Karoline Leavitt

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 62:27


    -- On the Show: -- Vladimir Putin exploits the Alaska summit to humiliate Donald Trump and walk away with legitimacy while Trump gets nothing -- Donald Trump runs to Sean Hannity to repeat Vladimir Putin's flattery and election lies after being embarrassed at the summit -- Marco Rubio struggles on live television to name any concessions won from Vladimir Putin after Donald Trump's failed summit -- Donald Trump rants on Truth Social with an authoritarian plan to seize control of elections and eliminate mail in voting -- Nationwide protests erupt against Donald Trump's authoritarian power grabs and grow larger despite his crackdowns -- Gavin Newsom releases a sharp ad against Trump that frames the fight over redistricting as a national battle for democracy -- Karoline Leavitt fails to hide Trump's obvious physical decline and cognitive struggles as evidence mounts in public view -- Karoline Leavitt looks shaken and ashen after Trump's disastrous meeting with Vladimir Putin that produced no concessions -- A reporter confronts Marco Rubio with his own past warnings about Vladimir Putin to expose hypocrisy in defending Trump -- On the Bonus Show: Trump to meet with Zelensky today, "non-routine" white-collar workers getting replaced by AI, Republican governors send National Guard troops to DC, and much more...

    BONUS FREEBIE: SCOTUS asked to overturn same sex marriage, Ken Paxton wants Beto O'Rourke in jail

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 17:08


    -- On the Bonus Show: Ken Paxton tries to jail Beto O'Rourke, Supreme Court is asked to overturn same sex marriage, Mike Lee introduces a bill to criminalize porn nationwide, and much more... Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership  Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/  Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book 

    8/15/25: Trump meeting Putin in Alaska, ICE camps expanding

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 89:47


    -- On the Show: -- Dan Koh, host of The People's Cabinet, fills in for David. Subscribe to Dan's YouTube channel at http://www.youtube.com/@ThePeoplesCabinet -- Trump gives vague answers to reporters ahead of his visit to Alaska to meet with Russian President Vladmir Putin -- ICE agents in unmarked vehicles and masks show up at a Gavin Newsom event -- California Governor Gavin Newsom holds an event to unveil California's independent redistricting plan -- ICE announces plans to double immigrant detention capacity this year -- DOGE has way over-inflated its reported contract savings and financial claims -- Trump's actions in Washington, D.C., including defunding police and erecting checkpoints, signal a focus on authoritarian control over safety -- Trump signs an executive order requiring federal AI models to adhere to ideological neutrality, effectively banning DEI-focused systems -- The White House orders a review of Smithsonian exhibits and materials to ensure alignment with “American ideals” and promote “American greatness” -- On the Bonus Show: Democratic Senator speaks the truth about the war in Ukraine, Dan explains the inner workings of the White House, and much more...

    8/14/25: Newsom's plan to end Trump presidency, Dems are finally fighting

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 60:02


    -- On the Show: -- Gavin Newsom unveils an aggressive redistricting strategy in California aimed at flipping House seats from Republicans to Democrats -- Gavin Newsom's California redistricting push is an example of Democrats matching Republican aggression with a clear plan to stop Donald Trump's second term agenda -- New data shows the Producer Price Index surging far beyond expectations signaling that higher business costs will soon hit consumers and complicate Federal Reserve rate cut plans -- Donald Trump delivers a series of rambling and contradictory comments on topics ranging from golf course grass to border wall construction to sanctions on Russia -- A string of disjointed remarks by Donald Trump raises questions about his coherence and focus after months of media attention on Joe Biden's mental fitness -- New figures show the federal budget deficit surging despite record tariff revenue as Donald Trump's economic promises collide with rising spending and slower growth -- Nebraska Republican Don Bacon publicly concedes that Donald Trump's tariffs have devastated his state's economy and slashed GDP by six percent -- Karoline Leavitt delivers a series of blunders on Fox News including falsely claiming Trump inherited a war from Joe Biden -- Eric Trump is fact checked on air for lying about Biden's market record and awkwardly defends profiting from the presidency alongside Donald Trump Jr -- On the Bonus Show: Democratic lawmakers who fled Texas plan their next move, MAGA is coming for legal marijuana, American drinking rates are declining, and much more...

    8/13/25: Police state grows, Karoline crashes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 60:23


    -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump declares a false crime emergency in Washington D.C., federalizes police, unleashes military surveillance, and launches a national health monitoring system to consolidate power -- Donald Trump and his family have earned billions during his presidency through cryptocurrency, hospitality, political events, and personal business deals -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stuns reporters by suggesting monthly jobs reports may be halted, defending jailing homeless people, and sidestepping Trump's Russia gaffe -- Karoline Leavitt refuses to give reporters any details about Donald Trump's medical treatment despite growing concerns over his health -- Karoline Leavitt reacts to a bizarre question from Benny Johnson about awarding the Medal of Freedom to a staffer nicknamed Big Balls, prompting a surreal White House moment -- Jeanine Pirro dismisses questions about addressing the root causes of crime in Washington D.C. and becomes combative when asked about funding cuts to gun violence prevention -- Texas State Representative James Talarico dismantles Will Cain's arguments about gerrymandering on Fox News, forcing the host to abruptly end the segment -- Gavin Newsom mocks Trump in a series of viral posts threatening to legally counter GOP gerrymandering, flipping Trump's combative rhetoric back on him -- Donald Trump lashes out on Truth Social over media coverage of his planned meeting with Vladimir Putin, attacking critics like John Bolton and framing himself as the victim -- On the Bonus Show: Ken Paxton tries to jail Beto O'Rourke, Supreme Court is asked to overturn same sex marriage, Mike Lee introduces a bill to criminalize porn nationwide, and much more...

    8/12/25: Inflation highest in 6 months, layoffs highest in 5 years

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 62:52


    -- On the Show: -- Inflation rose sharply in July under Trump's economy, driven by tariffs causing prices to increase above the Fed's ideal range -- Trump's firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics head raises questions about the credibility and political influence on inflation and jobs data -- Layoffs in the US surged to the highest level since the COVID pandemic, fueled by federal job cuts, tariffs, AI automation, and private sector downsizing -- Trump's takeover of DC police and deployment of National Guard troops sparked protests and potential resistance from the Guard -- Trump's strange remarks about sidewalk scrubbing during a speech leave his staff bewildered -- Trump's FBI Director Kash Patel publicly contradicted MAGA narratives by reporting record low murder rates, enraging Trump -- Donald Trump confused Alaska with Russia during a speech, exposing incoherence and hypocrisy in right-wing media responses -- Trump's press secretary Karoline Leavitt had a visible meltdown on camera when asked a simple question about the Epstein scandal -- Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly attacks other MAGA figures, exposing internal conflict and power struggles within the movement -- Jeanine Pirro struggled when confronted with real crime data showing declines, undermining the MAGA narrative -- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth dodged questions about the fate of homeless people after Trump's plans to clear homeless encampments -- On the Bonus Show: Pete Hegseth retweets Christian nationalist pastor, Project 2025 guy picked for BLS leader, MTG accused of sketchy stock trading, and much more...

    8/11/25: Trump puts DC under siege as exports collapse

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 62:34


    -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump deploys heavily armed FBI tactical units to Washington D.C. ahead of planned protests in a show of authoritarian force -- Trump orders homeless people to be removed from Washington D.C. in a dangerous abuse of federal power -- Trump holds a press conference announcing he's dispatching troops to DC -- JD Vance defends Trump over Jeffrey Epstein ties but fails to explain why Trump has not released related files -- Trump's economic promises unravel as tariffs, tax policies, and healthcare changes hurt working Americans -- Trump's trade war triggers a collapse in US exports, worsening the trade deficit and hurting American businesses -- Trump launches an angry rant against Nancy Pelosi accusing her of insider trading while ignoring his own corruption -- Maria Bartiromo looks visibly shaken as JD Vance struggles to defend Donald Trump's flawed tariff plan -- Trump launches an unhinged personal attack on Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett claiming she is intellectually unfit -- Katie Miller, wife of Stephen Miller, launches a MAGA-friendly podcast criticized as political marketing disguised as lifestyle content -- On the Bonus Show: Pentagon prepares to use force against drug cartels, US issues reward offer for Maduro's arrest, Las Vegas sees a drop in tourism, and much more...

    8/8/25: Trump meddles in NYC mayor's race as tech CEOs capitulate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 94:14


    -- On the Show: -- Dan Koh, host of The People's Cabinet, fills in for David. Subscribe to Dan's YouTube channel at http://www.youtube.com/@ThePeoplesCabinet -- Trump announced plans for a new census excluding undocumented immigrants, a move that would face major constitutional challenges and could reshape congressional representation -- House Republicans, backed by Trump, are pursuing an aggressive redistricting push in states like Florida, Texas, and Ohio to gain a dozen or more seats before 2026 -- A minor online critique of Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle ad was amplified by right-wing influencers, media, and politicians into a broader culture-war controversy -- Former Biden adviser Anita Dunn told House investigators that while Biden aged physically in office, he remained fully engaged and in control, rejecting claims that staff made key decisions without his consent -- Trump, joined by economist Stephen Moore, showcased charts in the Oval Office to argue the U.S. economy is strong and justify firing the Bureau of Labor Statistics chief -- Trump has nominated Stephen Miran, his Council of Economic Advisers chair and architect of his tariff policy, to temporarily fill a vacancy on the Federal Reserve Board -- The Trump administration has begun ending collective bargaining agreements for federal unions, starting with the Department of Veterans Affairs, which stripped labor protections from over 400,000 employees -- Top tech CEOs like Tim Cook, Jensen Huang, Elon Musk, and Sam Altman have courted Trump with gifts, praise, and investments -- Trump has quietly considered stepping into New York's mayoral race to oppose leftist Zohran Mamdani, consulting with Andrew Cuomo and advisers -- On the Bonus Show: Trump wastes tax dollars on White House improvements, Trump threatens to take control of Washington DC, and much more... ☕ Trade Coffee: Code PAKMAN10 saves you $10 at https://drinktrade.com/pakman

    8/7/25: Trump unleashes racist rant as his approval rating plummets

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 73:25


    -- On the Show: -- Dan Koh, host of The People's Cabinet, fills in for David. Subscribe to Dan's YouTube channel at http://www.youtube.com/@ThePeoplesCabinet -- Kevin Hassett, Trump's Director of the National Economic Council, falsely claims the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) "rigged" jobs numbers for Obama -- Trump launched a racist tirade during a CNBC interview, using coded language like “inner cities” to refer to Black communities -- A new UMass Amherst poll shows Trump's approval ratings are plummeting, with 58% of Americans disapproving of his job performance -- Trump is bleeding support from men, especially younger and independent voters -- Trump claims he had no idea about Ghislaine Maxwell being moved to a different prison -- New progressive messaging from voices like Zohran Mamdani and Elizabeth Warren is finally breaking through -- A bombshell Washington Post report reveals FEMA staff are being redirected to help with ICE deportation efforts -- On the Bonus Show: Trump's erratic Truth Social posts, Alina Habba's nonsense exposed, RFK Jr. goes after vaccines, and much more... ☕ Trade Coffee: Code PAKMAN10 saves you $10 at https://drinktrade.com/pakman

    8/6/25: They'll try to steal 2026, but we aren't looking away

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 77:35


    -- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Carlos Espina -- Donald Trump and his allies are intensifying false claims of voter fraud to preemptively delegitimize future elections -- Donald Trump finalized the Republican Party's transformation into a loyalty-based cult centered around him -- MAGA leaders stoke culture wars to distract from policy failures and consolidate power -- Donald Trump embodies all seven deadly sins as traits that fuel his political brand -- MAGA leaders promote a fake brand of masculinity to project dominance and win over insecure followers -- On the Bonus Show: Tucker Carlson beefs with Nick Fuentes, delivery drones deregulated, Fox host wants to expand natural-born citizen rule, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman

    8/5/25: Trump cracks as MAGA wonders if they've been conned

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 79:12


    -- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Olivia Julianna -- Donald Trump unleashes a bizarre Truth Social rant accusing Barack Obama of orchestrating a coup and calling for retribution -- Donald Trump lashes out at Senate leader Chuck Schumer on Truth Social telling him to “GO TO HELL” amid political standoff -- Marjorie Taylor Greene declares she's done with the GOP, criticizing the party for misogyny and lost loyalty in MAGA politics -- Trump's latest “smoking gun” evidence debunked as likely fabricated by Russian intelligence in Kremlin disinformation scheme -- Trump breaks his campaign promise by walking back IVF insurance coverage despite earlier executive orders -- The era of exaggerated clickbait videos is ending as algorithms reward authentic, engaging content, causing many creators to lose views -- Trump, once a critic of the system, now controls institutions he once denounced, disappointing his MAGA base -- The Democratic Party risks disaster due to lack of clear strategy, message, and ability to connect with voters outside their base -- On the Bonus Show: Texas Democrats flee to prevent Republican gerrymandering, more on Marjorie Taylor Greene, Fox host sucks up to Trump, and much more...

    8/4/25: Trump fires the messenger as economy gets shaky

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 82:23


    -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump lashes out with angry social media posts as economic indicators show signs of decline -- Donald Trump fired Bureau of Labor Statistics head Erika McEntarfer after a devastating jobs report exposed major economic weakness -- Republican Senators like Cynthia Lummis and Thom Tillis finally criticize Donald Trump after he Bureau of Labor Statistics head Erika McEntarfer for political reasons -- Donald Trump's DOJ moved Ghislaine Maxwell to minimum-security after a secret meeting, raising serious questions about favors and Epstein connections -- Donald Trump was loudly booed by thousands at WWE SummerSlam during a video appearance, showing a shocking drop in support -- Donald Trump made disturbing comments about press secretary Karoline Leavitt's lips on TV, raising concerns about sexism and power abuse -- Press secretary Karoline Leavitt demanded Trump receive the Nobel Peace Prize, pushing the cult of personality narrative to absurd heights -- Donald Trump discusses the Epstein files, pardons, drug prices, and lashes out about loyalty and job numbers -- MAGA spokespeople struggle to defend Trump's false economic claims amid historic job report revisions -- Trump lashes out on Truth Social accusing Biden appointees of rigging jobs data and demands firings while denying economic reality -- Trump claims he fired a government official over disputed jobs numbers and insists on having trusted personnel amid growing economic uncertainty -- A leaked DHS memo reveals plans to militarize immigration enforcement domestically, alarming experts about authoritarian risks -- Newsmax spins July jobs report disaster as “good news” ignoring massive downward revisions and recession fears -- On the Bonus Show: Trump attacks Charlamagne tha God, Tesla's brand loyalty plummets, Nancy Mace announces run for Governor of South Carolina, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman

    ONE-ON-ONE: Resisting Trumpism in red states w/ Jess Piper

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 32:16


    -- David hosts a Substack Live with Jess Piper https://davidpakman.substack.com/  Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership  Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/  Get David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book David on Instagram:   / david.pakman    David on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/davidpakman....  David on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@david.pakman  TDPS Subreddit:   / thedavidpakmanshow    Pakman Discord: https://www.davidpakman.com/discord  Facebook:   / davidpakmanshow    David's tech: Camera: Panasonic Lumix G85 https://amzn.to/4fOir5a  Microphone: Shure SM7B: https://amzn.to/3hEVtSH  Voice Processor: dbx 266xs https://amzn.to/3B1SV8N  Stream Controller: Elgato Stream Deck XL https://amzn.to/4fOGJvE  Microphone Cloudlifter: https://amzn.to/2T9bhne  Timely news is important! We upload new clips every day! Make sure to subscribe! #davidpakmanshow

    BONUS FREEBIE: FBI has missing Epstein minutes, American Eagle eugenics controversy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2025 17:29


    -- On the Bonus Show: FBI has Epstein recording missing minute, Hawley's stock trading ban upsets White House, American Eagle under fire over Sydney Sweeney ad, and much more... Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership  Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/  Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book 

    8/1/25: MAGA questioning failed deportation scheme, Jubilee's debate meme-ification

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 68:02


    -- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Sarah Matthews, deputy press secretary during the first Trump administration -- Donald Trump's immigration lies are unraveling as data proves immigrants lower crime and boost the economy -- Trump's FCC chair refused to deny Trump was behind Stephen Colbert's cancellation raising censorship concerns -- Viral debate shows like Surrounded are gamifying outrage and replacing serious discourse with clickbait conflict -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: South Park rips into Paramount after making $1.5 billion deal with them, Fox News host Steve Doocy disagrees with government spending for school supplies, and much more...

    7/31/25: Trump admin launches health spying system, Kamala setting up ‘28 run

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 65:13


    -- On the Show: -- Lena Gonzalez, California Senate Majority Leader and Chair of the California Latino Legislative Caucus, joins David to discuss the devastating impact of Trump's immigration raids -- Kamala Harris declined to run for California governor, suggesting she may be positioning for a 2028 presidential campaign -- Donald Trump and Robert F Kennedy Jr are launching a national health tracking system with Big Tech partners -- Trump's Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed plans to privatize Social Security using private savings accounts -- Donald Trump appeared confused during a press exchange and dismissed questions about Epstein file revelations -- Donald Trump appeared to doze off during a roundtable while Dr Mehmet Oz outshined him with policy questions -- Donald Trump attacked Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for refusing to lower interest rates and not caving to political pressure -- FDA Commissioner Marty Makary claimed on TV that someone he knew died from the COVID vaccine, ignoring population-wide data -- On the Bonus Show: Half of Americans think economy is getting worse, Karoline Leavitt's 2022 campaign still owes $323K, Hawley pushes for tariff rebate checks, and much more...

    7/30/25: Trump's Epstein admission rocks MAGA, trade deal reality sets in

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 75:52


    -- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Tim MIller -- Donald Trump now claims he cut ties with Jeffrey Epstein for stealing staff from Mar-a-Lago, not for any crimes -- Ghislaine Maxwell offers to testify before Congress in exchange for clemency while Donald Trump panics -- Multiple trade deals announced by Donald Trump remain unsigned and lack confirmation from partner countries -- Donald Trump contradicts his past statements and rambles incoherently during a press gaggle -- Donald Trump attacks comedians and senators in Truth Social posts demanding loyalty and obedience -- The Electoral College undermines democracy and continues to skew elections in favor of less populous states -- On the Bonus Show: FBI has Epstein recording missing minute, Hawley's stock trading ban upsets White House, American Eagle under fire over Sydney Sweeney ad, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman

    7/29/25: MAGA civil war is growing as Trump shocks British PM with incoherence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 67:32


    -- On the Show: -- Martin O'Malley, former Governor of Maryland and former commissioner of the Social Security Administration under the Biden administration, joins David to discuss Trump and Republicans' attacks on Social Security --Donald Trump's hints at pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell are triggering public backlash from MAGA leaders like Mike Johnson and Thomas Massie --Donald Trump goes on a bizarre Epstein rant while meeting British PM Keir Starmer and refuses to deny his name is in the files --Donald Trump's $10 million taxpayer-funded golf trip includes incoherent rants, awkward moments, and media cutaways --Donald Trump is unraveling behind the scenes as the Epstein scandal refuses to fade and threatens his legacy --Joe Rogan calls out Trump's Epstein lies and accuses him of gaslighting his base over never releasing the files --JD Vance makes contradictory claims defending Trump's Epstein stance while denying facts about healthcare --Fox guest breaks ranks by explaining Trump's tariffs are a tax passed to consumers, triggering a defensive Brian Kilmeade -- On the Bonus Show: Roy Cooper running for Senate, Ghislaine Maxwell appealing conviction, anti-porn superintendent faces porn investigation, and much more... ✉️ StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman

    7/28/25: Trump European humiliation as Epstein scandal blows wide open

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 80:27


    -- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Heather Cox Richardson -- Donald Trump faces mounting fallout from the Epstein files as comparisons to Watergate raise questions about his legacy -- Donald Trump delivers a rambling and incoherent rant about windmills and whales during a global press appearance -- Tulsi Gabbard lashes out after her attempt to reframe Russiagate with declassified documents fails to gain traction -- Donald Trump fumbles basic questions and dodges Epstein inquiries in what might be his most disastrous press conference yet -- Donald Trump appears unwell and rants about nuclear dust while dodging questions on Gaza and free speech -- Senator Markwayne Mullin is fact-checked live by Jake Tapper after falsely blaming Obama for Epstein's 2008 plea deal -- Benny Johnson's explosive subscriber growth on YouTube raises major red flags about possible artificial inflation strategies -- On the Bonus Show: Trump caught cheating at golf, Pete Hegseth ordered to stop lie-detecting staff, Lauren Boebert defends her son over child abuse allegations, and much more...

    BONUS SHOW: Trump's next giveaway to the rich, Macrons suing Candace Owens

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 16:33


    -- On the Bonus Show: Trump floats no tax on home sales, EPA says greenhouse gases are fine, Macrons sue Candace Owens for defamation, and much more... Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership  Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/  Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book 

    7/25/25: MAGA clowns bowing down to Trump as Epstein fiasco grows

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 55:20


    -- On the Show: --Trump's DOJ revives the Hillary Clinton email probe to distract from the Jeffrey Epstein fallout --Trump lawyer Alina Habba claims political retaliation in a Fox News interview --Speaker Mike Johnson falsely claims the Epstein files were doctored by Biden --Trump needs help understanding his own executive orders on camera --Senator Wyden reveals $1.5B in flagged Epstein-linked financial transfers -- Jeffrey Epstein's brother, Mark, confirmed that Donald Trump and Jeffrey shared a close personal friendship --Senator Wyden reveals $1.5B in flagged Epstein-linked financial transfers -- Jeffrey Epstein's brother, Mark, confirmed that Donald Trump and Jeffrey shared a close personal friendship --Public demands grow for Trump to release his full medical records amid health concerns --Trump threatens a stadium deal over the Washington Commanders' name, preferring “Redskins” -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: More about the Trump-Epstein scandal and the right-wing reaction, and much more...

    7/24/25: Trump in Epstein files, Tulsi tries to save him, MAGA revolts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 70:37


    -- On the Show: -- Jimmy Gomez, Democratic Congressman representing California's 34th Congressional District, joins David to discuss ICE raids, deportations, and Trump sending troops to Los Angeles -- Trump was personally briefed by Pam Bondi that his name appears in the Epstein files, which were then sealed by his DOJ -- Trump's defense lawyer was sent to meet Ghislaine Maxwell as Congress prepares the Epstein subpoenas -- Tulsi Gabbard leads Trump's latest disinformation push, targeting Barack Obama with unproven coup allegations -- Trump melts down on Truth Social as legal and political crises mount -- Tulsi Gabbard's comments contradict MAGA beliefs about Epstein's CIA ties, causing chaos in the base -- Karoline Leavitt fumbles questions on Epstein, AI, and Obama prosecutions in a disastrous press conference -- Trump's tech speech devolves into nonsense about AI, GDP, and “woke” staff -- Trump calls for Obama's arrest, ignoring that presidential immunity he fought for would protect Obama too -- On the Bonus Show: Trump floats no tax on home sales, EPA says greenhouse gases are fine, Macrons sue Candance Owens for defamation, and much more...

    7/23/25: Obama breaks silence on Trump, Epstein fiasco gets deeper, Tulsi self-humiliates

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 68:49


    -- On the Show: -- Jared Polis, Governor of Colorado, joins David to discuss the consequences of the Republican tax bill, including the Medicaid cuts and rural hospital closures that are set to gravely impact his state -- Barack Obama delivers a pointed response dismantling Trump's baseless claims of treason -- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claims Americans don't pay tariffs, exposing total misunderstanding of basic economics -- Trump lashes out at Jimmy Kimmel and late night TV while claiming victory in lawsuit against CBS -- Trump accuses Obama of sedition and treason in an unhinged series of live TV rants -- Trump gives a rambling speech filled with wild claims about gas prices, drug costs, and conspiracies linking Obama and Epstein -- Trump's legal ally Alina Habba gets her U.S. attorney nomination smacked down by real judges -- Trump dodges questions about Ghislaine Maxwell by falsely pivoting to Obama conspiracy claims -- Sen. John Kennedy freezes mid-sentence during a Fox interview, raising concerns about aging lawmakers -- On the Bonus Show: Fascist fired after Jubilee debate appearance, Alligator Alcatraz conditions worsen, Democrats' 2024 autopsy won't blame Biden or Harris, and much more...

    7/22/25: Epstein panic grows as new deadline closes in

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 66:13


    -- On the Show: -- Nick Maggiulli, author and COO for Ritholtz Wealth Management, joins David to discuss his new book "The Wealth Ladder: Proven Strategies for Every Step of Your Financial Life." Get the book here: http://www.davidpakman.com/wealthladder -- House Republicans abruptly recessed Congress to block a bipartisan vote on releasing Epstein files—after Trump personally intervened -- Trump is once again preparing to walk back his tariff threats after Wall Street jitters, proving his bluster melts under pressure -- Hunter Biden unleashed a profanity-laced interview attacking Trump, Stephen Miller, immigration hypocrisy, and Democratic opportunism—sending MAGA into a tailspin -- Trump and his team are deflecting blame over the suppressed Epstein files, pinning it on the FBI, DOJ, and even MAGA allies like Pam Bondi -- Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over Epstein coverage has landed before an Obama-appointed judge with a history of forcing Trump into depositions -- Trump is scrambling to stop Ghislaine Maxwell from testifying before Congress, fearing what she could reveal about his ties to Epstein -- Facing Epstein backlash, Trump is desperately recycling old hits—like Hillary's emails—to distract from growing outrage, even among his base -- On the Bonus Show: WSJ reporter removed from Trump's Scotland trip, MLK Jr. files released in latest Epstein distraction, Coca-Cola releasing cane sugar option, and much more...

    7/21/25: White House admits Trump health issue, Epstein meltdown, Amanda Knox joins the show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 73:06


    -- On the Show: -- Amanda Knox, exoneree, journalist, author, and podcaster, joins David to discuss spending nearly four years in an Italian prison for a murder she didn't commit -- The White House finally admits Trump has chronic venous insufficiency, but continues issuing contradictory, implausible explanations for his visible health issues -- Stacey Williams alleges Trump groped her in 1993 while Epstein watched, describing the two men as close allies “up to no good” -- DNI Tulsi Gabbard pushes a discredited conspiracy theory accusing Obama of treason, signaling Trump's desperation to rewrite history and shift blame -- Trump shared an AI-generated video of Obama being arrested, escalating his authoritarian fantasies and fueling baseless coup claims -- Trump is weaponizing lawsuits and settlements to silence media critics, culminating in the abrupt cancellation of Colbert's show after criticizing him -- Trump's base is fracturing over his Epstein ties, and he's deflecting with racist nostalgia—demanding the Washington Commanders change back to the "Redskins" -- Trump unleashed a late-night barrage of erratic Truth Social posts, revealing a president under severe emotional and political strain -- On the Bonus Show: CEO resigns over kiss cam scandal, Newsom threatens to redraw districts like Texas, Jim Jordan may get deposed over sex abuse scandal, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman

    BONUS SHOW: Republicans support Ukraine now, Trump official blames Signalgate on Biden

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 16:28


    -- On the Bonus Show: Republicans now backing Ukraine, Josh Hawley tries to restore Medicaid funds he voted to cut, Mike Waltz blames Signalgate on Biden, and much more... Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership  Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/  Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book 

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