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-- On the Show: -- Jake Tapper, CNN Anchor and Chief Washington correspondent, joins David to discuss his book “Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again” -- Steve Bannon warns Republicans could lose 40 seats if Trump doesn't release the Epstein files, as MAGA allies rage over his DOJ closing the case -- Trump is seen with swollen ankles and possible IV bruises, fueling speculation about hidden health issues - - Trump dodges Epstein questions and downplays the scandal, raising suspicion with his dismissive and evasive responses -- A newly uncovered DOJ letter confirms the Trump administration had possession of Epstein-related documents -- Trump accuses Senator Adam Schiff of mortgage fraud and demands his arrest in a Truth Social tirade -- Trump stumbles through interviews, contradicts himself, lashes out, and gets defensive over Epstein, Putin, and Bongino amid mounting backlash -- Bill O'Reilly forgets key Epstein timeline facts on air, mirroring a broader right-wing narrative that falsely pins blame on Biden instead of Trump -- 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...
-- On the Show: -- Hakeem Jeffries, House Democratic Leader, joins David to discuss the "big beautiful bill," his nearly 9 hour speech on the House floor, MAGA tearing itself apart over the Epstein files, and much more -- Ghislaine Maxwell says she's ready to testify before Congress and may expose a client list that terrifies Trump and his allies -- House Republicans secretly blocked Ghislaine Maxwell's testimony and efforts to release Epstein records -- MAGA figures like Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens turn on Trump over his handling of the Epstein scandal -- Trump unravels at a chaotic press conference full of false claims, bizarre tangents, and incoherent threats -- Trump dodges basic foreign policy questions and blames Biden while appearing confused and incoherent in the Oval Office -- Trump stole a FIFA trophy from Chelsea FC, forcing the team to lift a replica while he kept the original -- George Santos tells Tucker Carlson that going to prison could be a death sentence because of his identity -- Trump adviser Kevin Hassett embarrasses himself when he can't justify Trump's proposed 50% tariffs on Brazil -- On the Bonus Show: Inflation highest in 4 months, Republicans try to remove noncitizens from census, Andrew Cuomo relaunches NYC mayoral bid, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Brett Meiselas -- MAGA is fracturing as Trump allies panic, deny, and deflect amid growing outrage over Jeffrey Epstein ties and a suspiciously missing client list -- Experts say the Epstein death footage was edited using pro software, contradicting Trump DOJ claims it was raw and untouched -- In a panicked Truth Social rant, Trump all but admits the Epstein files contain damaging info about him -- Trump's Epstein post on Truth Social was flooded with negative replies, breaking MAGA's usual blind loyalty -- A theory emerges that MAGA insiders are using the Epstein fallout to oust Trump without directly opposing him -- Major MAGA names like Dan Bongino may quit over DOJ mishandling of Epstein files, exposing internal chaos and disillusionment -- Trump posts about taking away Rosie's citizenship in a chilling authoritarian outburst targeting political enemies -- Trump's threat to revoke Rosie O'Donnell's citizenship proves he's once again unfit for office and warrants impeachment -- On the Bonus Show: Two-thirds of the DOJ unit defending Trump quits, big business kills click-to-cancel rule change, charges dropped against doctor accused of destroying COVID vaccines, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Jessica Craven -- Trump is panicking that Elon Musk's potential third party and Epstein-related conspiracy bait could splinter his MAGA base -- Rand Paul reveals that JD Vance nearly broke with Trump over pork barrel spending, exposing cracks in MAGA's supposed unity -- Despite all the tough talk, Trump is deporting far fewer immigrants than Obama did—and he's furious his own promises are collapsing -- A top Ford executive embarrasses Lara Trump by calmly explaining that Trump's tariffs and deregulation are actually killing American jobs -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Trump visits Texas flood site, Andrew Schulz turns on Trump, Newsmax host says Trump's uncorruptible, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Aaron Parnas -- Trump's ICE agents drove through protesters and pointed rifles in a violent San Francisco crackdown -- Donald Trump admits he's out of the loop and shows no interest in running the country -- Trump compliments the Liberian president's English, not realizing the country's official language is English -- Trump struggles to understand basic questions and gives nonsense replies -- Trump posts unhinged rants on Truth Social, makes up policy, and names ex-MTV star Sean Duffy to NASA -- Kristi Noem thanks God after floods in Texas kill 100+, claiming it could've been worse -- Fox News's Maria Bartiromo pushes a wild theory that Joe Biden faked cancer for sympathy -- On the Bonus Show: Trump places 50% tariff on Brazil over Bolsonaro treatment, Secret Service suspended 6 agents after Trump assassination attempt, Zohran Mamdani leading NYC mayor poll, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman
-- On the Show: -- Marc Elias, voting rights attorney and founder of Democracy Docket, joins David to discuss how Trump is using the courts to abuse his power -- Trump launches criminal investigations into James Comey and John Brennan in a clear act of political retribution over the Russia probe -- Trump press secretary Karoline Leavitt gleefully endorses the weaponization of the DOJ against Trump's longtime enemies -- Trump casually suggests taking over Washington DC and New York City, signaling a chilling authoritarian shift toward federal control of cities -- Trump shows severe cognitive lapses on live TV during a cabinet meeting, raising concerns about his mental fitness -- Trump lashes out and shuts down Jeffrey Epstein questions, reigniting suspicions about his ties and transparency -- MAGA influencers like Megyn Kelly and Alex Jones turn on Trump over his failure to release Epstein-related files -- On the Bonus Show: Investors buying more US homes, Grok AI posts antisemitic comments, American birth rate falling, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Brian Tyler Cohen -- Trump deploys militarized federal forces to MacArthur Park in Los Angeles in a chilling test run of authoritarian power projection -- Karoline Leavitt embarrassingly backpedals on the Epstein list, exposing a key MAGA lie and deepening Trump's credibility crisis -- Trump's team can't explain what happened to the long-promised Epstein client list, casting doubt on years of MAGA conspiracy claims -- Trump's press secretary spirals on live TV, failing to defend collapsing trade deals, flood response failures, and a phantom Epstein list -- Trump delays his tariff threat again, proving once more that his “tough” trade stance is all bluff and political cowardice -- Trump floods world leaders with unhinged tariff letters, creating global confusion and economic anxiety -- Trump rambles incoherently at a White House dinner, praising dictators, flip-flopping on trade, and exposing chaos behind his Ukraine and tariff policies -- Benjamin Netanyahu flatters Trump with a fake Nobel Prize nomination and Trump falls for it completely, clueless he's being manipulated -- On the Bonus Show: Ted Cruz vacations again during Texas natural disaster, inhumane conditions reported at Alligator Alcatraz, IRS says churches can endorse candidates, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman
-- On the Show: -- Trump-era cuts to the National Weather Service may have contributed to deadly Texas floods that killed over 80 people, including 21 children -- GOP Rep. Jason Smith misuses the word “exponential” to hype a minor GDP increase, revealing MAGA's ignorance of basic math -- Elon Musk launches a new “America Party” to directly challenge Trump and threatens to splinter MAGA from within -- Trump attacks Elon Musk over his third-party launch, calling him a “train wreck” and claiming credit for killing the EV mandate -- Trump delivers confused July 4th speech full of lies as Melania appears visibly concerned by his rambling -- A deadly measles outbreak tied to RFK Jr., Trump's anti-vax Health Secretary, becomes a political and public health nightmare -- Trump's tariff plan set to explode July 9 risks global trade chaos, higher prices, and economic blowback -- Trump uses antisemitic slur “shylocks” and then denies knowing it's offensive despite centuries of bigoted use -- Trump fumbles basic facts and timelines during a press conference, showing alarming confusion while aides bail him out -- Joe Rogan criticizes Trump's immigration raids on migrant workers, signaling a slow break from MAGA politics -- On the Bonus Show: DOJ says there's no Epstein client list, Trump orders tourists to pay more at national parks, Candace Owens says Trump told her to stop claiming Macron's wife is a man, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- Senator Alex Padilla, Democrat from California, joins David and Jesse Dollemore to discuss getting handcuffed by Kristi Noem's security for asking a question about ICE raids -- Senator Tina Smith, Democrat from Minnesota, joins David and Jesse Dollemore to discuss political violence and the difficulties of working with Republican lawmakers -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, Democrat from Maryland, joins David and Jesse Dollemore to discuss constitutional challenges to Donald Trump's agenda -- Rep. Yassamin Ansari, Democrat from Arizona, joins David and Jesse Dollemore to discuss Trump's strikes on Iran -- The Friday Feedback segment ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman
-- On the Show: -- Senator Elizabeth Warren, Democrat from Massachusetts, joins David and Jesse Dollemore to discuss her opposition to Trump's "big beautiful bill" -- Republican leaders openly say they're supporting bad legislation solely because Trump tells them to -- Republicans privately criticize Trump but publicly enable him out of fear -- JD Vance once warned Trumpism would collapse when voters felt the pain of failed promises -- CNN attempts to create false equivalence by pressuring Democrats to offer praise for Trump's spending bill -- Trump launches misleading boasts and personal attacks on Truth Social instead of defending his policies -- State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce's religious-style praise for Trump highlights the cult-like devotion around him -- New reports show independent creators like David and Brian Tyler Cohen are now key news sources -- On the Bonus Show: Nancy Mace's pajama stunt, judge strikes down Trump's attempt to suspend asylum status, Denmark lets people copyright their features, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- David Graham, staff writer at The Atlantic and New York Times bestselling author, joins David to discuss his new book "The Project: How Project 2025 Is Reshaping America" -- The Senate passes Trump's tax-cut bill by gutting Medicaid and the ACA, stripping health coverage from at least 17 million people -- Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski votes yes on Trump's spending bill after securing Alaska funding, then freezes when asked about selling out national healthcare -- The Trump spending bill passes easily despite grassroots resistance, showing how power and pressure remain firmly in Republican hands -- Private sector jobs decline for the first time in over two years, raising fears that Trump's tariffs will deepen the slowdown -- Maria Bartiromo abruptly changes the subject on-air after reporting Trump-era job losses, dodging the bad economic news -- Trump rambles about washing machines, plastic straws, and heavenly water in a series of confused public appearances -- Trump calls for deporting natural-born US citizens he considers undesirable, embracing open authoritarian rhetoric -- Trump threatens to prosecute CNN employees and critics, cheered on by allies like Kristi Noem as he escalates attacks on free speech -- On the Bonus Show: Most Americans think ICE is going "too far," American pride at a new low, Trump's 60 Minutes lawsuit settled, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- Adam Schiff, Democratic Senator from California, joins David to discuss his opposition to the Trump/Republican tax bill -- Chuck Schumer, Democratic Senate Minority Leader from New York, joins David to discuss his opposition to the Trump/Republican tax bill -- Donald Trump melts down on Truth Social, threatening Elon Musk over EV mandates and implying he should be exiled -- Trump hints at deporting Elon Musk to South Africa for criticizing him, escalating their public feud -- State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce gushes over Trump with such exaggerated praise it borders on cult worship -- Karoline Leavitt, Trump's press secretary, repeatedly fumbles at the podium, misstates basic facts, and accuses media without evidence -- Trump starts selling his own perfume line online, branding it as a symbol of “winning” and “strength” -- A new Trump DOJ memo prioritizes denaturalization, raising fears of targeting naturalized citizens through civil cases -- A fake “David Pakman” is impersonating the real one on YouTube, raising serious concerns about AI-fueled impersonation -- On the Bonus Show: Polling on the Trump tax bill, Americans think democracy is threatened, Trump to visit Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz," and much more...
-- On the Show: -- Andy Beshear, Democratic Governor of Kentucky, joins David to discuss the Republican spending proposal and Mitch McConnell's cruel remark that people will "get over" losing health care -- The "big beautiful bill" bill debate is a rigged performance built on fake math, a sham process, and cruel policy dressed as reform -- The Supreme Court's ruling limiting universal injunctions could dismantle Trump-era legal strategies—if Democrats use it aggressively -- Despite Viktor Orbán's Pride ban in Hungary, a massive crowd floods Budapest in defiant protest, turning fear into resistance -- Trump's Fox News interview exposes alarming cognitive decline and incoherent rambling, even prompting concern from host Maria Bartiromo -- Trump melts down on Truth Social with unhinged late-night posts that alarm even some longtime supporters -- Gavin Newsom sues Fox News for $787 million over fabricating a phone call with Trump, spotlighting disinformation and cognitive decline -- Elon Musk erupts over Trump's tax bill, calling it job-killing and backward after it targets industries he profits from -- On the Bonus Show: Bezos's Venetian wedding met with protests, blue states consider withholding federal payments, DOJ plans to prioritize revoking citizenship, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman
This may be the most important conversation we've ever had about the Holy Spirit. In this interview, Pastor Alan DiDio sits down with evangelist and author David Diga Hernandez to discuss the truths that many believers have missed—or been misled about—concerning the Holy Spirit. Are you operating in power… or just going through the motions?
-- On the Show: -- Cory Booker, US Senator from New Jersey, joins David and Jesse Dollemore on Capitol Hill to discuss Democratic resistance to the Trump regime -- Donald Trump's approval rating is in free fall as poll after poll shows a dramatic collapse following repeated humiliations and unforced errors -- Trump's press secretary Karoline Leavitt launched an unhinged attack on CNN while backing Trump's debunked claim of “obliterating” Iranian nuclear sites -- Joe Rogan feigns surprise at Trump's mass deportation tactics despite years of warning signs and his own role in normalizing them -- Members of Trump's official Faith Office were caught speaking in tongues at the White House, echoing theocratic extremism while holding real political power -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Reactions to today's Supreme Court decisions including a ruling against nationwide injunctions, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- Rutger Bregman, historian and bestselling author, joins David to discuss his new book "Moral Ambition: Stop Wasting Your Talent and Start Making a Difference" -- A new generation of left-wing leaders like Mamdani, AOC, and Bernie is challenging the Democratic establishment with a grassroots movement that seeks to rebuild the party from the ground up -- Trump's judicial nominee Emil Bove was exposed for illegally ordering DOJ lawyers to defy court rulings, raising alarms about the dismantling of the rule of law -- Trump stumbled through bizarre, confused NATO remarks—blasting Spain and fumbling questions—while visibly disoriented and mocked by reporters -- Trump spent the night in an unhinged meltdown on Truth Social, ranting about conspiracies, enemies, and imaginary Pentagon briefings in a terrifying spiral of instability -- Senator Ted Cruz and Fox News absurdly rebranded Trump's chaotic rants as “extraordinary leadership,” showcasing the authoritarian gaslighting now common in MAGA circles -- Trump exploded on a CNN reporter at a press conference, lashing out uncontrollably and attacking the media while dodging questions about intelligence reports -- Pete Hegseth demanded pro-Trump propaganda from the press, dismissing tough questions and declaring Trump's military mission the greatest in history with cult-like fervor -- On the Bonus Show: Trump's "big beautiful bill" in trouble, Republicans want Trump to revoke Mamdani's citizenship, White House gets creepy about Trump getting called "daddy" at NATO, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- Intelligence reports reveal Trump's airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities caused only superficial damage, leaving key infrastructure intact -- Trump appeared confused and unsteady at the NATO summit, insisting Iran's nuclear sites were “totally obliterated” despite intelligence showing otherwise -- Trump's deportation policies fuel a lucrative “immigration-industrial complex” where private contractors profit from mass detentions and deportations -- Trump launched an erratic social media tirade against Alexandria Ocasio Cortez, who responded by condemning his illegal bombing of Iran and broken promises -- On Air Force One, Trump contradicted himself, saying he does not want regime change in Iran while downplaying their nuclear ambitions -- Joe Rogan publicly acknowledged that Trump broke his antiwar promises by bombing Iran, highlighting a split in the MAGA base -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. proposed widespread use of invasive wearable devices akin to “microchipping,” raising privacy and surveillance concern -- RFK Jr. admitted he did no fact-checking before publishing a conspiracy-filled report, yet still claimed its assertions were accurate -- On the Bonus Show: Zohran Mamdani wins New York City Democratic primary, Trump's Nobel Peace Prize nomination withdrawn, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- Greg Landsman, US Representative from Ohio, joins David to discuss political violence and the Republican budget proposal -- Trump explodes in rage and confusion after Israel and Iran both ignore his self-declared ceasefire, undermining his claim to have ended the conflict --Trump desperately declares peace on social media even as Iran continues launching missiles, revealing the impotence of his ceasefire "deal" -- Trump lashes out at the media for not declaring his Iran airstrikes a total success, despite experts and satellite imagery showing otherwise -- Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt falsely claims Iran's nuclear sites were obliterated, contradicting independent analysis and exposing the administration's spin -- Karoline Leavitt admits the White House has no real plan to handle the fallout from Trump's Iran attacks, including rising oil prices or regional instability -- Trump allies on Fox News absurdly argue he deserves a Nobel Peace Prize for escalating tensions with Iran via unauthorized military strikes -- Trump viciously attacks GOP Rep. Thomas Massie for questioning his Iran strike, proving loyalty to Trump—not policy—rules MAGA politics -- On the Bonus Show: Supreme Court allows deportations to third countries, Republican lawmaker with ectopic pregnancy blames Democrats, Capitol rioter ordered to pay $500K, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- California Governor Gavin Newsom joins David to discuss the deployment of federal troops to California by Donald Trump, Trump's apparently memory issues, and much more... — Trump slurs through a chaotic announcement that he bombed three Iranian nuclear sites, declaring “now is the time for peace” after launching a war without congressional approval — Trump's anti-war brand officially collapses as he calls for “regime change” in Iran, while Bolton, Kayleigh, and Fox News start selling a new Forever War — Trump's press secretary openly floats toppling Iran's government, confirming what everyone suspected: this was always about regime change — The MAGA movement splits in real time over the bombing, with Trump's base now fighting over whether he's a warmonger or a savior — Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth blames former President Joe Biden for the Iran crisis, rewrites history on North Korea and China, and dodges every question about Trump's attack on Iran — Trump's bruised and swollen hand goes viral again, raising serious health questions that corporate media keeps ignoring — Trump has a meltdown over Fox News after I appear on the show and Jessica Tarlov calls him out — then he unleashes a deranged rant on Truth Social -- On the Bonus Show: Oil prices spike after Trump's strike, ICE plans to detain a man released by a judge, and Zohran Mamdani surges in the NYC mayoral race
-- On the Show: — MAGA is imploding: Trump attacks his own intelligence chief, Elon Musk turns on him, his tax bill collapses, and even Tucker and Cruz are fighting each other on air — Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly breaks with Trump over the Iran war, and the MAGA movement starts to fracture — Doctor Oz embarrasses himself on CNN with wildly inaccurate claims about the ACA and income verification — A C-SPAN caller confronts CNN's Jake Tapper live about ignoring Trump's declining mental health — Trump humiliates Tulsi Gabbard over her Iran testimony, considering eliminating her job entirely after freezing her out of the war cabinet — Trump's foreign policy collapses as he scrambles for credit on Israeli strikes—only to be contradicted by his own Secretary of State — Mike Pence turns on Trump, blasting him over Iran, Ukraine, and the January 6 pardons — CNN host destroys a belligerent GOP congressman on air over his violent rhetoric and bizarre behavior -- This week's Friday Feedback -- On the Bonus Show: Mike Lee's disgusting tweet about Minnesota shooting, right wingers start saber rattling, and much more...
-- On the Show: — Dr. Zachary Rubin joins the show to discuss pandemic prevention, vaccine policy, and public health communication under Trump — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell calmly but clearly blames Donald Trump's tariffs for slowing the economy, ignoring Trump's insults and reminding the country that the Fed isn't his punching bag — Trump lashes out over Powell's refusal to obey him, calls the Fed Chair “stupid,” suggests appointing himself, and rants about inflation like a guy who thinks economics is just vibes — At a White House flagpole event, Trump teases an erection and asks if there are any illegal immigrants in the crowd—proving again that he can turn anything into a campaign rally freak show — Trump struggles through an incoherent press conference, misrepresents Kamala Harris's interview with 60 Minutes, dodges serious questions, and lies about polls while preaching unity out of nowhere — Kayleigh McEnany accidentally diagnoses Trump's entire movement as a national security threat while trying to describe someone else — Trump delivers maybe his worst historical brain break yet, confusing the Declaration of Independence with the Civil War and suggesting the South declared independence in 1776 — According to a major international report, David Pakman is now tied as the most recognized progressive commentator in the country—alongside right-wing giants and with no corporate backing -- On the Bonus Show: Karen Read acquitted in murder trial, Trump feuds with Tulsi, Trump admin closing LGBTQ+ suicide hotline, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill, also the Democratic nominee for New Jersey Governor, joins David to discuss New Jersey's shift to the right in the 2024 election, her candidacy, housing and healthcare affordability, and more — Trump confirms the U.S. is at war with Iran, bragging that “we now control the skies”—after blowing up the nuclear deal and dragging America into a conflict he once claimed to oppose — In a series of deranged Truth Social rants, Trump calls for Iran's “unconditional surrender,” threatens to assassinate its Supreme Leader, and posts like a kid playing Call of Duty — Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson explode on air over the Iran war, revealing the MAGA movement's total collapse into infighting, bad-faith branding, and empty slogans — Trump's State Department spokesperson praises him like a god-king while refusing to answer basic questions about the war—echoing authoritarian regimes, not democracies — NYC Comptroller Brad Lander is arrested by Trump's ICE for standing in a hallway at an immigration court—marking a terrifying new escalation of political repression — Kristi Noem is hospitalized after visiting a shutdown biohazard lab with RFK Jr., and the official explanation is so vague it's fueling serious questions about what actually happened -- On the Bonus Show: Social media overtakes TV as America's main news source, Trump extends TikTok's sale deadline again, Texas quietly kills its state-funded border wall project, much more...
-- On the Show: — Trump, the self-proclaimed anti-war president, warns Iranian civilians to evacuate Tehran—after blowing up the nuclear deal, igniting the region, and flirting with a catastrophic new war — Trump crashes the G7 summit in a bizarre, humiliating display—ranting about Putin, dropping papers, and confusing basic facts while world leaders look on in disbelief — Trump explodes at Pete Hegseth after his sad birthday military parade falls flat, then melts down as his team blames a biographer's “peanut-sized brain” for leaking the truth — In the middle of the night, Trump spirals online with unhinged rants about Iran, France, and Tucker Carlson—while the world braces for conflict and the White House denies peace talks — California Governor Gavin Newsom shuts down a Republican congressman with one brutal stat: California's homicide rate is lower than the red states screaming the loudest about “crime” — Asked basic questions about the crisis he's causing, Trump stumbles through gibberish, denies reality, and confirms he has no idea what he's doing—or what he wants — Tucker Carlson admits Fox News is a propaganda network—but conveniently forgets he was one of its top liars, now torching the house he helped build — Fox News abruptly cuts away from a drunken propagandist Rebekah Koffler mid-interview, as her slurred rant about Trump's military parade collapses on live TV -- On the Bonus Show: California may ban masks for ICE agents, Trump sells a sketchy $499 smartphone, and Mike Lindell loses another $2.3 million defamation case, much more...
In this Greg and Nathan invite teacher Dave Shive to explore one of the Bible's most complex and compelling figures: King David. From shepherd boy to king, David's life is a tapestry of triumph, tragedy, faith, and failure. The conversation traces David's early anointing by the prophet Samuel and examines the tumultuous, decades-long wait before David actually ascended the throne. What does such a prolonged period of waiting do to a man's soul? Dave offers fascinating insight into David's relationship with Samuel, his uneasy entanglement with Saul, and his eventual rise to leadership over both Judah and Israel. Listeners will gain fresh perspective on pivotal moments in David's story—from his apparent shift toward darker choices, to his reactions in the wake of Saul's death, to the far-reaching consequences of the Bathsheba incident. Dave also explores David's heartbreaking saga with Absalom and reflects on the final days of David's life, filled with both regret and resolve. Whether you've read David's story many times or are encountering it anew, this episode will challenge your assumptions and deepen your appreciation for the grace of God in the life of a deeply human king.
-- On the Show: — Trump's attempt to crush protests with military parades and ICE raids massively backfires, sparking the largest single-day demonstration in U.S. history — American flags fly at anti-Trump protests nationwide, signaling a powerful shift in who claims patriotic imagery — A pro-Trump terrorist assassinates multiple Democratic lawmakers in Minnesota, leaving behind a MAGA hit list and a chilling manifesto — Trump's sad authoritarian birthday parade flops with tiny crowds, awkward moments, and squeaky tanks, proving spectacle can't save a failed leader — Trump awkwardly glitches through his parade speech and has to be told to leave the stage in one of the most humiliating moments of his presidency — Trump's post-parade meltdown reveals desperation, as he rants about trade, rain, and fake protest violence instead of addressing a MAGA terror attack — Trump calls off ICE raids after donor backlash, showing the protests and economic pressure worked—at least for now — Trump caught using fake protest footage from 2020 to justify military crackdowns in LA, exposing a federal-level propaganda campaign to criminalize dissent -- On the Bonus Show: U.S. may soon lose more immigrants than it gains, Trump's new travel ban could target 30+ countries, Spanish locals using water pistols to protest mass tourism, much more...
-- On the Show: — Trump's top economic advisor admits they'll probably extend the tariff pause again — because Trump can't make a real deal to save his life — Tulsi Gabbard claims protesters are paid actors based on fake Craigslist ads, while actual Trump events do the same thing — A Trump-voting Florida roofer breaks down on camera after ICE detains six of his legal workers — and now he's learning what accountability feels like — Trump prepares to unleash military force against peaceful protesters at his $45 million birthday parade — fascism doesn't arrive with jackboots, it shows up in a suit and a smile — Trump spreads bonkers conspiracy theories about “fake” protests because he can't accept that millions of people genuinely oppose him — We break down how Democrats keep failing with young men — and how they could actually start winning them back — A DHS official straight-up admits Trump deployed troops to California without legal authority — proving the constitutional crisis is already here -- This week's Friday Feedback -- On the Bonus Show: Senator Padilla manhandled by DHS security, Israel strikes Iran, and much more...
David Garfinkel is the author of bestsellers The Persuasion Story Code, Advertising Headlines That Make You Rich, and Breakthrough Copywriting. He has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes.com, Entrepreneur Magazine, Fast Company, and The Los Angeles Times. He is the host of the popular Copywriters Podcast and has been called “the world's best copywriting coach.” David has worked as a professional copywriter for 30 years and as a copywriting coach for 22 years. Among his biggest copywriting and coaching wins: -Writing a two-page direct-mail sales letter for Abacus Travel Management that generated $40 million in sales -Coaching CEO Mike Straumietis and his team at Advanced Nutrients which resulted in $5 million in additional profits for the company -Writing an online sales letter for Renegade Network Marketer's mentoring program which generated more than $1 million in three days. Before starting in his direct response copywriting business, David was San Francisco Bureau Chief for McGraw-Hill World News. In addition to copy coaching, hosting the Copywriters Podcast, serving as co-owner of Novus AI which helps business owners increase their productivity and profits, he also authors books that support entrepreneurs in writing copy that converts. Get David's Best Copywriting Tips: https://copywriterspodcast.com/ Get David's Copywriting Book: Amazon.com : david garfinkel copywriting Get Coached by David: Professional Copywriting Coaching by David Garfinkel
-- On the Show: — Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) joins David to discuss Trump's authoritarian power grabs, Senate resistance, and what happens next — Trump's anti-war image goes up in flames as he floats war with Iran after sabotaging the working nuclear deal and now pretends there's no other option — Millions expected to protest across 1,500 cities on Trump's birthday in the largest mobilization since his return to power, as tanks roll through D.C. and he threatens peaceful demonstrators — Trump stages a Soviet-style military parade on his birthday with tanks, 7,000 troops, and 50 helicopters while most Republicans quietly skip the event — Gavin Newsom demolishes Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders with facts after she claims Trump values “order”—even though Arkansas has double California's homicide rate — Trump's press secretary Karoline Leavitt calls a question about protesters “stupid,” makes up stats about violence, and pretends Biden's autopen is a criminal offense — Trump suffers an unhinged Truth Social meltdown, claiming L.A. would be a “crime scene” without his troops and bragging about an economic bill that actually explodes the deficit — Trump gets brutally booed at the Kennedy Center, cluelessly fumbles a Les Misérables reference, and insists Fox News is wrong about nationwide protests—even though it's Fox's own data — YouTube caves to Trump and quietly changes moderation rules to allow more hate, lies, and violent content as long as it's “political,” squeezing out independent media like this one -- On the Bonus Show: MAGA boycotts Walmart over “No Kings” ad, David Hogg quits the DNC amid backlash, and Rand Paul whines about losing respect for Trump after being uninvited to a picnic, much more...
-- On the Show: — ABC News fires veteran reporter Terry Moran after he called Trump and Stephen Miller “world-class haters,” raising serious questions about free speech and growing media compliance under authoritarian pressure — Trump's top legal defender Pam Bondi can't explain the legal standard for invoking the Insurrection Act, revealing how dangerous and clueless Trump's inner circle is as they threaten martial law — Trump gets confused about what day it is and when he spoke to Gavin Newsom -- Donald Trump claims that "death" has taken place at the LA protests, and is the fault of Gavin Newsom, despite no one having died — Trump delivers a bloodthirsty speech to troops at Fort Bragg, attacks U.S. cities as war zones, and openly calls for jail time for flag-burning—while falsely claiming the 2020 election was stolen — Trump threatens to unleash “very big force” on protesters at his upcoming birthday parade, openly threatening Americans for exercising their constitutional rights — Tulsi Gabbard, now the top intelligence official in the U.S., resurfaces with unhinged Putin-style propaganda accusing elites of planning nuclear war while hiding in bunkers — Elon Musk backs down in humiliating fashion, deleting his anti-Trump posts and apologizing after Trump threatens to yank his federal contracts -- On the Bonus Show: Nationwide protests against Trump's mass deportation plan, Tulsi asks AI what to reveal about the JFK files, Trump appeals NY criminal conviction, much more...
-- On the Show: — Trump Administration deploys active-duty Marines to Los Angeles over Governor Newsom's objections, pushing California into a de facto martial law scenario — CNN reporter Jason Carroll detained by riot police live on air in LA, raising severe concerns about press freedom and the escalating authoritarian crackdown — California Governor Gavin Newsom sues President Trump for illegal deployment of National Guard and Marines, citing unconstitutional overreach — Trump demands Governor Newsom be arrested for "crimes" as his authoritarian meltdown continues on Truth Social and in public statements — Trump's authoritarian meltdown spills into press questions, offering rambling, nonsensical answers about the Insurrection Act, Elon Musk, and his new Tesla — Stephen Miller explodes in a Truth Social post, peddling hyper-militarized lies about "alien invasion" and "organized insurrection" in California — Trump health fears explode online after viral photos suggest "leg braces" and other concerning medical issues, amplifying speculation about his age and White House transparency — Trump threatens Elon Musk with "very serious consequences" for potentially donating to Democrats, exposing the tyrannical nature of his alliances — Conservative writer David French's column on America's instability prompts a deeper look into the US's rapid descent into a "hostile government takeover" -- On the Bonus Show: The future of Elon Musk in politics, Trump's travel ban is now in effect, Dave Portnoy loses it on air over jew jokes, much more...
-- On the Show: — Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) joins David to discuss the blatant increase in authoritarianism and the flouting of the rule of law under Donald Trump, and just as importantly, what the average person can do about it — Trump deploys National Guard troops to Los Angeles without state approval, threatens to arrest Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass, and declares protests a “rebellion” — Trump's sick authoritarian power trip continues with threats of sending Marines into LA, pushing closer to martial law as he cheers on the chaos — The Trump police state is no longer theoretical: ICE raids, media crackdowns, and threats of force against protesters are happening now — Speaker of the House MAGA Mike Johnson refuses to rule out using active-duty Marines on U.S. streets, brushing off legal restrictions as “not heavy handed” — Trump spirals into an overnight meltdown on Truth Social, demanding arrests, praising raids, and pushing for troops in LA — Trump's White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explodes in a Fox News meltdown, celebrating the suspension of an ABC reporter who mildly criticized Trump and spouting shaky math about the deficit — Trump falls on the stairs of Air Force One and suddenly it's no big deal—because the rules don't apply to him -- On the Bonus Show: Producer Pat's trip to Colombia, Dave Portnoy lashes out at employee over Jew jokes, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump and Elon Musk turn on each other with ugly allegations in a complete and total collapse of this fragile and volatile alliance -- A full blown MAGA civil war is launched by the collapse of Elon Musk and Donald Trump's relationship — Democrats shock everyone with a massive win in rural South Carolina, flipping a Trump district in a local landslide — A top Trump budget witness collapses under questioning, admitting the national debt will explode under Trump's own proposals — Trump is reportedly skipping his intelligence briefings nearly every day, raising questions about who's actually running the government — Trump's Secretary of Education flubs basic math in public hearings and can't answer simple questions about U.S. education rankings — A Republican strategist warns Trump might not make it through his second term—cognitively or physically—and the MAGA movement could fracture if he fades — A brutal analysis of MAGA as a movement built on loneliness, resentment, and a craving for identity through hate — Trump's new hiring plan requires federal employees to write loyalty essays pledging allegiance to his agenda -- This week's Friday Feedback -- On the Bonus Show: Trump appoints 22-year-old to lead terror prevention, former Republican Congressman Joe Walsh joins Democratic Party, more of Congress is 70+ than ever before, much more...
-- On the Show: -- Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist (D-MI), also a candidate for Michigan Governor, joins David to discuss Medicaid cuts, due process, and much more… https://garlingilchrist.com/ — Even MAGA is turning on Trump after learning he's building a centralized surveillance database of American citizens with Peter Thiel and Palantir — Trump announces a new travel ban after the Boulder attack—then bans 19 countries except the one the attacker came from — Trump's Education Secretary faceplants in a brutal hearing, unable to answer basic questions about DEI, history, and Holocaust denial — Trump brags about coordinating with Putin on Iran while parroting Russian propaganda and taking foreign policy cues from the Kremlin — Trump reemerges with a mess of confused lies about gas prices, planes, and imaginary timelines — Speaker Mike Johnson confirms Trump is furious with Elon Musk, as the right-wing billionaire civil war explodes into the open -- On the Bonus Show: Momentum stalls in the Senate for Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill,” Karine Jean-Pierre announces she's leaving the Democratic Party, and Karoline Leavitt quietly ditches her cross necklace after a Jon Stewart segment, much more...
-- On the Show: -- Governor Phil Muprhy (D-NJ) joins David to discuss New Jersey's economy in the wake of Donald Trump's tariff program, the future of the Democratic Party, and much more — Republican Senator Roger Marshall says gutting Medicaid is how you “strengthen” it, in the latest episode of MAGA logic — Elon Musk turns on Trump, calling his budget bill a “disgusting abomination” that explodes the deficit — Trump begs the Fed to bail him out after a disastrous jobs report signals economic slowdown — Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt crashes and burns under even the simplest press questions — Don Jr. flails under questioning about Trump's crypto scheme, claiming it's “hard to know where the money's coming from” — Fox News hosts melt down over Trump being called “TACO,” proving once again that his ego is paper-thin -- On the Bonus Show: Florida weathermen say they can't predict hurricanes due to budget cuts, Texas considers warning labels on Doritos and M&Ms, and Chuck Todd says his tires were slashed after Trump targeted him, much more…
-- On the Show: — Republicans gut Medicaid while claiming they're "protecting" it, with Trump's bill set to kick 15 million Americans off health coverage — Ukraine humiliates Trump by carrying out its biggest drone strike without even informing the U.S. President — Donald Trump goes missing for days following the Ukraine embarrassment, raising serious questions about who's really in charge — Trump has an unhinged meltdown on Truth Social, posting incoherent rants about uranium, tariffs, and the autopen — Trump Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stumbles through basic foreign policy questions, revealing chaos at the top — Leavitt delivers a string of blatant lies about Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill,” inventing benefits that don't exist — Trump's FEMA chief is reportedly unaware that hurricane season exists, as layoffs and inexperience plague disaster response — MyPillow's Mike Lindell melts down outside his trial, blaming Satan and shredded evidence in a surreal courtroom rant -- On the Bonus Show: MAGA's response to a proposed national citizen database, 50 Cent vows to block a Trump pardon for Diddy, and a Republican senator says the best healthcare plan is "a job," much more...
-- On the Show: — Republican Senator Rand Paul announces he'll vote to block Trump's DOGE bill, calling it a tax hike dressed up as populism — Trump officials admit the promised wave of new trade deals has produced exactly zero agreements so far — Trump's FDA pick spreads vaccine misinformation on live TV, leaving host Margaret Brennan stunned — Donald Trump mocks Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis, floats bizarre conspiracies, and suggests pardoning P. Diddy — Trump tells so many lies during a single appearance that even a friendly crowd seems stunned — Elon Musk's interview goes off the rails as he dodges basic immigration questions and spirals into Trump flattery — Elon Musk was reportedly involved in a physical fight in the Trump White House over failed budget promises — JD Vance blames Biden for economic shrinkage… four months into Trump's second term — Trump brags that Melania asked if he's “as long” as golfer Bryson DeChambeau in another Freudian overshare -- On the Bonus Show: Attacker injures eight at Israeli hostage march, AOC more popular than Trump or Harris, CDC is stripped of power to help stop childhood lead poisoning, much more...
-- On the Show: — Trump administration illegally deports a 2-year-old American citizen to Brazil, leaving her stateless and without basic rights — Trump ally Peter Navarro calls a judge “rogue” on live TV, only to be reminded that Trump appointed him — Trump administration admits China trade talks are going nowhere, contradicting months of promises — Elon Musk turns on Trump's tax bill, calling it a betrayal that explodes the debt and guts DOGE's agenda — Trump White House Press Secretary declares the Constitution a problem, claims government “can't function” if Trump is held accountable — Trump FBI Assistant Director Dan Bongino publicly breaks down over having to go into work, calls it emotional strain — JD Vance defends Trump's deportation plans by praising Nazi scientists who helped build the U.S. space program -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Elon Musk leaving federal government, White House sued over lack of sign language, FBI says it will release definitive Epstein video, much more...
-- On the Show: — Federal court rules Trump's sweeping Liberation Day tariffs illegal, a massive blow to his second-term economic agenda — Trump declares all-out war on progressive values, using over 150 executive orders to dismantle DEI, environmental, and immigration protections — Republican lawmakers introduce a bill to defund medical schools that acknowledge systemic racism or teach diversity — Donald Trump appears visibly confused in a string of public gaffes, raising concerns about his cognitive fitness — Trump Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt implodes on Fox News, calling for fewer LGBTQ majors and more plumbers — Ben Shapiro turns on Trump over his weak stance on Ukraine, signaling cracks in right-wing media support — David contemplates contingency plans to leave the country as Trump ramps up authoritarian attacks — MAGA Congresswoman Ashley Hinson booed by her own constituents for praising Trump's economic agenda — Trump supporters finally confront the truth: they're never getting the Epstein files, and Trump doesn't want them released -- On the Bonus Show: Jordan Peterson's viral atheist debate moment, Trump's possible pardon of Whitmer kidnappers, and a Trump-friendly reality TV couple gets a $36M fraud pardon, much more...
-- On the Show: -- Brittany Page, host of the Page Perspective, fills in for David. Subscribe to her channel at http://www.youtube.com/@brittanyepage -- Trump targets a transgender child online and pressures California Governor Gavin Newsom to support him -- RFK Jr. falsely claims he wouldn't restrict vaccine access, contradicting his prior statements and actions -- A Republican-backed bill would eliminate food aid for millions of Americans -- A woman paid $1 million to dine with Trump shortly before her son received a presidential pardon -- The Trump administration withheld the names of companies linked to a deadly E. coli outbreak -- Scott Pelley's viral graduation speech draws conservative backlash for perceived political bias -- Former ICE Director Tom Homan faces new ethics concerns -- GOP Senate candidate Dave McCormick falsely claims undocumented immigrants are receiving Medicaid -- CNN's Jake Tapper sparks conservative outrage by airing concerns about Biden's mental fitness -- On the Bonus Show: RFK's attacks on medical journalists, Pete Hegseth's Pentagon wiretap, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- Brittany Page, host of the Page Perspective, fills in for David. Subscribe to her channel at http://www.youtube.com/@brittanyepage -- Trump posts an unhinged Memorial Day message on Truth Social and boasts about his successes in a speech at Arlington National Cemetery -- New York Post warns Trump his chaotic tariff policies risk alienating supporters and allies alike -- Pete Hegseth tightens media access at the Pentagon citing protection of intelligence and security secrets -- New Yorker reveals Don Jr's new exclusive $500K pay-to-play club granting direct access to Cabinet members -- Patty Murray tells FDA Commissioner she won't let the Trump administration secretly ban the abortion pill amid ongoing chaos -- Texas approves Ten Commandments in public schools; Dem Rep calls out GOP hypocrisy for voting on the Sabbath -- Trump renews attacks on Harvard over alleged antisemitism despite his administration's ties to extremists -- Trump's alma mater criticizes the weak House Reconciliation bill -- Trump pardons a sheriff convicted in a bribery scheme by jury verdict -- On the Bonus Show: Trump's press conference, FBI investigating cocaine found in White House under Biden, and much more...
MEMORIAL DAY / CLASSIC EPISODE FROM APRIL 23, 2025 -- On the Show: -- Ned Lamont, Connecticut Governor, joins David to discuss the disastrous Trump tariffs, the trade war, and what states can do to fight back against the economic policy of the Trump administration -- Tesla records a 71% decline in net income as Elon Musk's political alliance with Donald Trump is destroying the company -- New concerns about Pete Hegseth's drinking surface after his recent manic, disheveled appearances -- Donald Trump does not like being asked about the potential release of the Jeffrey Epstein files -- Karoline Leavitt, Donald Trump's White House Press Secretary, hilariously says that Trump supporter Tim Pool is "unbiased" -- Karoline Leavitt, Donald Trump's White House Press Secretary, tells numerous obvious lies once again on live television -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr, Secretary of Health and Human Services, is planning a registry of autistic people -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr, Secretary of Health and Human Services, says he has never seen an adult with "full blown autism" in a bizarre public event -- On the Bonus Show: 60 Minutes Executive Producer resigns over loss of independence, jury finds New York Times did not libel former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin, Supreme Court seems likely to allow religious families to opt out of LGBT storybooks, much more...
-- On the Show: — TV hosts at ABC's The View were told to stop criticizing Trump, as networks cave to lawsuits, FCC pressure, and corporate cowardice under authoritarian threats — Adam Schiff eviscerates Trump's EPA chief for gutting cancer prevention and clean air protections: “You could give a rat's ass” — International tourists are cancelling U.S. trips in droves, costing $12.5 billion in lost spending as Trump's America becomes hostile, unstable, and unwelcoming — MAGA doesn't want freedom — they want a daddy to punish the people they hate, and Trump is giving them exactly that — Disease outbreaks are spreading while the Trump-controlled CDC goes silent, as public health infrastructure is quietly dismantled — A car bomb explodes at a California fertility clinic in a far-right terrorist attack — this is not hypothetical anymore — Ted Cruz calls birthright citizenship “bad policy,” despite it being the 14th Amendment — and despite being born in Canada himself — A Republican senator claims Biden's cancer diagnosis was a distraction tactic, as MAGA continues spinning conspiracies -- This week's Friday Feedback -- On the Bonus Show: Right wingers turn on Kash Patel and Dan Bongino, Elon Musk's Grok goes wild on South Africa claims, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- Eoin Higgins, writer and historian based in New England, joins David to discuss his new book “Owned: How Tech Billionaires on the Right Bought the Loudest Voices on the Left." Get the book: https://amzn.to/4moaJmp — House Republicans pass Trump's massive tax-and-spending bill at 4AM, chanting “USA” as they vote to cut Medicaid, slash food stamps, and explode the deficit — AOC warns that “there will be consequences” for this cruel and chaotic bill — and she's right — Trump's own party starts revolting over the bill, with hardliners and moderates both rejecting the Frankenstein package Speaker Mike Johnson tried to jam through — Trump melts down in a wild Oval Office meeting with the South African president, ranting about white farmers, fake news, and luxury planes — while Elon Musk watches — In a surreal moment, Trump says he wishes Ramaphosa could give him a plane — confirming, yet again, he's totally fine being bribed — Trump threatens an NBC reporter who asked about the Qatar jet, shouting that “fake news” should be investigated -- On the Bonus Show: Jake Tapper accuses Biden's team of a cover-up, Target warns of major tariff-related losses, and Canada considers joining Trump's “Golden Dome” defense plan, much more...
-- On the Show: — Where the economy stands after four months of Trump: unemployment steady, GDP dips, inflation down, consumer confidence collapsing — Trump lashes out during a press conference, lies about healthcare and groceries, praises the Pope's nonexistent MAGA brother, and walks into a wall — Karoline Leavitt answers kids' questions with a stream of propaganda and fantasy about Trump, climate change, and gold-plated Oval Office décor — Trump unveils a fantasy “golden dome” missile defense shield, falsely claims it's already funded, and confuses reporters with rants about vaults and Russia — Kristi Noem embarrassingly fails a basic civics test on habeas corpus, illustrating why the Trump movement is so dangerous to constitutional rights — Republican Congressman Thomas Massie turns on Trump over the tax bill's $20 trillion price tag — and Trump demands Massie be voted out — Elon Musk says he'll scale back future political spending after Trump's failures, and insists media falsely portrayed him as a Nazi — Elizabeth Warren obliterates IRS nominee Billy Long for not knowing if the president can unilaterally revoke nonprofit status -- On the Bonus Show: Sources contradict Qatar plan "gift" narrative, Justice Dept opens inquiry into Andrew Cuomo, controversy explodes over Jake Tapper's book about Joe Biden's decline, much more...
-- On the Show: -- JL Collins, author of major personal finance books including The Simple Path to Wealth, joins David to discuss the instability of the Trump economy and how the average person should navigate it financially — Far-right Trump-style candidate George Simion loses Romanian presidential race in a runoff after confirmed Russian interference in the first round, while global MAGA-style leaders in Canada and Australia also voted out as populist playbook runs out of steam — Trump's new tax plan keeps his 2017 cuts alive, adds MAGA-branded savings accounts, and includes massive giveaways to the rich — Trump claims Biden has “stage 9” cancer, a thing that doesn't exist, while bragging about acing his own cognitive test — Trump stuns audience with delusions about sending water to California and inventing the Patriots, then rants about drug prices and tariffs — Trump rambles about deepfakes, amendments, Putin, and imaginary $5 trillion payments during a chaotic public appearance — Karoline Leavitt defends Trump's gift jet, floats bizarre theories about tariffs, and dodges questions about the deficit and Taylor Swift — JD Vance uses Biden's cancer diagnosis to cast doubt on his fitness and blames Putin's continued war on confusion -- On the Bonus Show: Patel & Bongino face MAGA wrath by dismissing Epstein conspiracies, NJ Rep charged with assaulting ICE agents, Trump admin to pay $5 million to family of Jan 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt, much more...
-- On the Show: — Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive metastatic prostate cancer, MAGA immediately floods the internet with conspiracy theories — Audio from Biden's deposition leaks, right-wing media erupts with claims of dementia based on five selective minutes — Trump delivers rambling, incoherent speech in Qatar about drones, trees, groceries, and imaginary lumberjack tournaments — Conservative lawyer John Yoo says Trump's plan to suspend habeas corpus would be stronger grounds for impeachment than either of the first two — Mike Pence criticizes Trump's tariffs, gifts from Qatar, and violations of the Emoluments Clause — Trump lashes out at Bruce Springsteen for criticizing him abroad and suggests there could be consequences when he returns — Trump stumbles through a Fox News interview, calls nuclear weapons “the N-word,” brags about oil quality, and defends accepting a $400 million jet — Trump spirals on Truth Social with posts about the Autopen, Walmart, and rigged elections -- On the Bonus Show: Mexican ship crashes into Brooklyn Bridge, Trump DOJ considers making it easier to indict members of Congress, more than 2,000 Starbucks baristas strike over new dress code, much more...
-- On the Show: — Trump talks about suspending habeas corpus, a mayor is arrested for protesting, and much of the country shrugs. We explain how normalization is the point—and how authoritarianism doesn't need shock, just your resignation. — From judges being stalked to school boards under threat, we unpack what modern civil war actually looks like—and how the U.S. may already be in one. — Trump's team is openly considering prosecuting Democrats. — Trump's orange spray tan gets more protection from Republicans than the Constitution. A student asks why he's orange—and a GOP rep panics. — We ask the uncomfortable question: what if Trump doesn't even need to finish his term? We explain how Trump was always the vehicle, not the destination—and why J.D. Vance is the backup plan. — RFK Jr. casually admits Trump took $100 million from Big Pharma—and Trump nods. Then the pharma stocks go up. But sure, he “can't be bought.” — MAGA civil war explodes as Trump names a new Surgeon General who's too moderate for the fringe. Anti-vaxxers turn on Trump. RFK Jr. branded controlled opposition. — Rand Paul goes rogue, saying Trump shouldn't accept Qatar's $400 million plane, and admitting tariffs hurt Americans. Somewhere, Jesse Watters faints. — Friday Feedback returns: We respond to questions about the MAGA economy, Trump's spiral, the illusion of civil discourse, and the future of this show. -- On the Bonus Show: Right-wing reactions to Trump getting gifted a $400 million plane from Qatar, and much more...
-- On the Show: -- Matt Gertz, Senior Fellow at Media Matters, joins David to discuss the Fox News-Trump pipeline in his second administration and much more — Walmart drops a red alert: Trump's tariffs are about to jack up prices across the country—and red states will feel it hardest — Kristi Noem gets annihilated on live television as Rep. Swalwell and Rep. Ramirez deliver brutal takedowns on ethics and fake photos — Trump publicly gushes over Qatar's authoritarian leaders after receiving a $400M private jet—he's not even pretending anymore — Trump stuns everyone with deranged, senile rants during his Middle East trip: drone trees, submarines, and Sean Duffy climbing competitions — Trump whines that Biden is “mean” and “stupid” in part two of his Hannity interview—proving once again who the real snowflake is — Pam Bondi sold $1M+ in Trump Media stock the same day Trump announced tariffs that cratered the market—insider trading, anyone? — RFK Jr. says Americans shouldn't take medical advice from him… while serving as Health Secretary — RFK Jr. also says $40,000 a month is a reasonable rehab cost, defending Medicaid cuts from the comfort of generational wealth -- On the Bonus Show: Trump impeachment resolution pulled moments before vote, Gavin Newsom reverses course on healthcare for undocumented immigrants, and more reporting on Pam Bondi's shady stock sale
-- On the Show: -- Ned Price, intelligence and national security professional who spent more than a decade at the CIA, served at the White House's National Security Council, U.S. Department of State, and was the Deputy to the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, joins David to discuss the illegality of Trump accepting a free plane from Qatar, and the broader corruption that is happening under Trump's watch — AOC obliterates the GOP's Medicaid lies, exposing how their plan punishes 13.7 million Americans to protect the rich — Trump collapses in a softball Hannity interview, spiraling into incoherent rants about airplanes, drugstore “fat shots,” and imaginary healthcare plans — Trump literally falls asleep during a major Saudi summit, joined by his Treasury Secretary and Secretary of State, as the world watches in disbelief — In a humiliating spectacle, Trump showers praise on Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman—the man U.S. intel says ordered the murder of a journalist — Trump gets hit with new articles of impeachment in Congress, and Republicans are about to be forced to go on record — There is still no China trade deal—Trump now admits it's just “a concept,” not an agreement, not a framework, not anything -- On the Bonus Show: What's in Trump's new tax and immigration bill, federal judge authorizes Alien Enemies Act deportations, and Supreme Court prepares for a showdown over birthright citizenship, much more...
-- On the Show: -- Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) joins David to discuss the tariffs, the flouting of the rule of law, potential suspension of habeas corpus by the Trump administration, deportations, and more... — Republicans swore they wouldn't cut Medicaid — now they're doing exactly that, and 13 million Americans could lose coverage — Trump's big promise to cut spending is a complete fraud: the deficit is exploding, DOGE was a joke, and Elon Musk already got what he wanted — Trump's refugee program for white South Africans is now real — and Fox is openly admitting it's about bringing in people who can “assimilate” — Trump officials are now saying out loud that white immigrants are being prioritized because they “fit in better” — the racism is no longer subtle — Donald Trump's brain short-circuits again as he claims to have invented the word “equalize,” forgets to sign his own executive order, and pushes imaginary car factories — Trump melts down when asked whether he'll keep the $400 million luxury jet gifted to him by Qatar — and the answer is obviously yes -- On the Bonus Show: Why Americans aren't taking the manufacturing jobs that already exist, Trump signs a drug order that might do nothing, and Hasan Piker is detained by CBP, much more...