The David Pakman Show

David Pakman
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The David Pakman Show is one of the most-watched independent progressive programs in the country. Hosted by David Pakman, the show offers a fresh perspective on the stories shaping our world through thoughtful commentary and compelling interviews with our nation's leaders. With new episodes dropping every weekday, David delivers sharp, insightful, and fact-based analysis on politics, current events, and social issues. Whether you're looking for deep dives into major political events, in-depth conversations with experts and newsmakers, or sharp-witted breakdowns of the latest headlines, The David Pakman Show has you covered

  1. 10h ago

    Fox sounds the alarm on Trump as deranged rally goes off the rails

    -- On the Show: -- Josh Shapiro, Democratic Governor of Pennsylvania seeking reelection, joins us to discuss the campaign and how Trump's policies are harming Pennsylvanians -- Fox News personality Brit Hume highlights Donald Trump's low approval rating and warns Republicans could face sweeping midterm losses -- White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia misrepresents her legal credentials after records show she never passed the bar exam -- Donald Trump responds to Pope Leo's cancer diagnosis by boasting about MAGA supporters in the Pope's family -- Donald Trump claims he refrains from calling foreign leaders names while blaming Joe Biden for provoking the Ukraine war -- Donald Trump boasts about cognitive tests, suggests shooting leakers, and mocks crowd members during a lengthy speech -- Interviews at a Trump rally showcase supporters blaming Democrats for inflation and still focusing on their opposition to Joe Biden -- On the Bonus Show: Truth Social is collapsing, a graph claims attacks on Russian data centers reduced bot activity, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman 🩳 Quince: Get free shipping & 365-day returns at https://quince.com/pakman 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Book: https://bit.ly/m/attention -- Send David a text: +1 (646) 531-4333 -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (01:09) Fox host warns of broad Republican midterm losses (08:33) Press Secretary Katie Zacharia never passed bar exam (21:10) Trump makes Pope's cancer diagnosis about himself (28:12) Trump claims he avoids insulting political figures (37:15) Josh Shapiro interview (56:21) Trump delivers erratic rant at campaign rally (1:06:19) Trump supporters shield him from accountability Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 1d ago

    Inflation spikes as Republicans implode on the debate stage

    -- On the Show: -- Annie Jacobsen, investigative journalist and author, joins to discuss her new book, "Biological War: A Scenario," and its parallels to the Russian pneumonic plague situation -- The September CPI report shows inflation rising to 3.7% year-over-year, creating political pressure for the administration before midterms -- Democratic candidates press Republicans in state debates over healthcare cuts, corporate tax breaks, and the Iran war -- Donald Trump publicly minimizes his past relationship with former campaign surrogate and son's ex-fiancée Kimberly Guilfoyle -- White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia faces criticism over her legal credentials after failing to clarify her bar admissions -- Donald Trump defends his energy ceasefire claim by pointing to Ukrainian strikes when questioned about Russian attacks -- During a campaign speech, Donald Trump moans on stage, claims he's never had the flu, and recounts a story about a police officer's 401(k) -- On the Bonus Show: Trump refuses to testify in the BBC defamation case, mortgage rate hikes send home sales to a 12-year low, Trump reconsiders a public firing squad execution, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN40 for $40 off & free croissants for life at https://wildgrain.com/pakman 💪 Get a FREE AG1 Pro Yeti Shaker in your Welcome Kit at https://drinkag1.com/pakman 📈 Kalshi: Get $25 when you trade $25 at https://kalshi.com/pakman 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get up to 27% OFF at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Book: https://bit.ly/m/attention -- Send David a text: +1 (646) 531-4333 -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (01:22) Inflation rises sharply in September (09:28) Republicans struggle in Senate debates (23:11) Trump distances himself from Kimberly Guilfoyle (30:33) Questions surround Katie Zacharia’s credentials (40:25) Annie Jacobsen interview (1:03:21) Trump shifts focus onto Ukraine after Russian strikes (1:10:34) Trump delivers rambling speech at campaign rally Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. 2d ago

    Trump rally turns violent as Talarico conspiracy collapses

    -- On the Show: -- Alex Gibney and Ronan Farrow raise concerns over Elon Musk and DOGE staffers obtaining super-administrator access to federal data -- Conservative influencers and Elon Musk spread a fabricated conspiracy that Texas Senate candidate James Talarico was in a Ohio mental facility -- The Detroit Free Press publishes an editor's note declining to print letters favoring Mike Rogers due to racial slurs against Abdul El-Sayed -- During an Ohio campaign rally, Donald Trump stumbles over words and embraces crowd chants for an unconstitutional third presidential term -- Donald Trump mocks a female protester and calls for greater aggression after she is physically struck in the face by rally attendees -- Donald Trump uses derogatory language against Somali immigrants and revives debunked claims about Haitian immigrants eating pets in Ohio -- Donald Trump falsely accuses Ukraine of violating a ceasefire deal that neither foreign government has actually agreed to sign -- Katie Zacharia struggles through an abrupt 14-minute debut press briefing, calling on only three reporters before leaving -- On the Bonus Show: A judge is furious Trump chopped down 430 trees, Ilhan Omar's home is searched by Trump's FBI, Kimberly Guilfoyle resigns as ambassador to Greece, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 💻 Sponsored by Private Internet Access: 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/Pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Book: https://bit.ly/m/attention -- Send David a text: +1 (646) 531-4333 -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (01:19) Elon Musk could be Trump's election suprise (08:56) Far-right Talarico mental health rumor collapses (20:59) Newspaper rejects pro-Rogers letters containing slurs (28:03) Donald Trump holds a wacky campaign rally in Ohio (38:44) Woman attacked at Trump campaign rally (46:47) Trump attacks Somali and Haitian immigrants (55:33) Trump confronted over nonexistent Ukraine ceasefire (1:02:47) Katie Zacharia struggles during press briefing debut Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. 4d ago

    THIS is why Karoline ditched Trump

    -- A free look at the Bonus Show, which we produce every weekday for our members. Join today to get full, same-day access to every episode! -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Book: https://bit.ly/m/attention -- Send David a text: +1 (646) 531-4333 -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. 5d ago

    Trump sacrifices California to Iran

    -- This week's top moments from The David Pakman Show. Support independent media and become a member today! -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Book: https://bit.ly/m/attention -- Send David a text: +1 (646) 531-4333 -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. 6d ago

    Trump's $21 trillion fantasy, Ken Paxton's meltdown, and a Republican revolt

    On the Show: -- Newly released FOIA documents show ICE's investigative division obtained tens of millions of voter records ahead of the midterm elections -- Political analysts argue a major Republican defeat in the upcoming midterms could cost Donald Trump his leverage over the GOP -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton stumbles through campaign speeches while quietly endorsing federal spending cuts to lobbyists -- Fox Business airs Donald Trump's unverified claim of securing $21 trillion in foreign investment without independent verification -- CMS Administrator Mehmet Oz gets fact-checked on Fox News after falsely claiming butter costs one dollar -- A West Virginia Republican caller on C-SPAN's Washington Journal declares that his own party deserves to lose every election -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: The military plans to livestream a firing squad execution, Trump gets a medal on behalf of his smart uncle, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman 🩳 Quince: Get free shipping & 365-day returns at https://quince.com/pakman 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get up to 27% OFF at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 💪 Get a FREE AG1 Pro Yeti Shaker in your Welcome Kit at https://drinkag1.com/pakman 👖 Fair Harbor: Get 20% off with code DAVID at https://fairharborclothing.com/david -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Book: https://bit.ly/m/attention -- Send David a text: +1 (646) 531-4333 -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (01:04) ICE collects millions of voter records (08:33) Trump faces political bankruptcy (20:12) Ken Paxton stumbles in Senate campaign (26:51) Fox Business repeats unverified White House claim (35:19) Dr. Oz misquotes grocery prices on television (42:42) C-SPAN caller criticizes Republican party (50:47) Friday Feedback segment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Oct 8

    A desperate Trump, a deadly disease mystery, and trouble for Republicans

    On the Show: -- Gina Hinojosa, Democratic nominee for Governor of Texas, joins us to discuss the effort to turn Texas blue, the recent polling shift, data centers, and more -- Donald Trump defers to Vladimir Putin's claims regarding a suspected Siberian lab death and potential plague outbreak -- Donald Trump launches frantic personal attacks against Democratic Senate candidates in Texas and Michigan ahead of the midterms -- Donald Trump claims absolute authority to arrest political rivals and asserts he saved the world while nodding off at an event -- Donald Trump doubles down on rally statements suggesting Iranian missile strikes on California cities are acceptable -- Multiple hecklers disrupt Donald Trump's San Antonio campaign rally as he rambles about his appearance and claims Melania calls him sir -- Footage shows Donald Trump carefully descending Marine One stairs with visible stiffness and an outline near his knee -- On the Bonus Show: McDonald's sued over AI price tool, Trump is rolling back airline passengers' rights, Christa Pike is "up and walking" after failed execution attempt, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman 👖 Fair Harbor: Get 20% off with code DAVID at https://fairharborclothing.com/david 💻 Try Aura free for 14 days at https://aura.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Book: https://bit.ly/m/attention -- Send David a text: +1 (646) 531-4333 -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (01:19) Trump trusts Russia on plague response (08:48) Trump attacks Senate opponents in key races (19:00) Trump boasts of power and appears sleepy (25:53) Trump repeats comments on Iranian strikes (34:51) Gina Hinojosa interview (51:59) Protesters interrupt chaotic Trump rally (60:18) Trump walks stiffly from helicopter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Oct 7

    Trump’s mysterious “surprise,” Fox cuts away, impeachment looms

    On the Show: -- Democratic candidates press Republicans in debates over healthcare cuts, corporate tax breaks, and statements regarding public safety -- Donald Trump hints at a upcoming midterm surprise while appearing alongside Project 2025 architect Russ Vought -- Focus groups and polling indicate several former Trump voters hesitate to support Republican congressional candidates in key races -- California officials demand Trump's removal from office while local political candidates distance themselves from his recent rally comments -- Congressional leaders evaluate the likelihood of oversight investigations and impeachment votes should Democrats win the House and Senate -- Donald Trump's press exchanges reveal a president who is unwilling to commit to answers regarding core voter priorities and the Iran war -- Donald Trump confuses timeline dates, claims U.S. ownership of the Strait of Hormuz, and pauses as music plays mid-speech -- Fox News shifts away from broadcasting full live Donald Trump speeches in favor of summarized coverage and commentary -- On the Bonus Show: A poll shows 66% of Americans support Medicare for All, the FBI's counterintelligence is falling behind, televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman 📜 Trust & Will: Save 20% on your estate planning at https://trustandwill.com/pakman 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 💪 Get a FREE AG1 Pro Yeti Shaker in your Welcome Kit at https://drinkag1.com/pakman 💻 Try Aura free for 14 days at https://aura.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Book: https://bit.ly/m/attention -- Send David a text: +1 (646) 531-4333 -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (01:08) Republican midterm debate struggles (12:57) Trump teases a midterm surprise (21:04) Republican voters are abandoning Trump (28:08) California demands Trump's removal (37:22) Calls for Trump investigations and impeachment (44:33) Trump refuses to address voter priorities (54:54) Trump confuses timeline dates at rally (62:15) Fox News cuts away from Trump speeches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The David Pakman Show is one of the most-watched independent progressive programs in the country. Hosted by David Pakman, the show offers a fresh perspective on the stories shaping our world through thoughtful commentary and compelling interviews with our nation's leaders. With new episodes dropping every weekday, David delivers sharp, insightful, and fact-based analysis on politics, current events, and social issues. Whether you're looking for deep dives into major political events, in-depth conversations with experts and newsmakers, or sharp-witted breakdowns of the latest headlines, The David Pakman Show has you covered

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  • Creator
    David Pakman
  • Years Active
    2010 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.1K
  • Rating
    Explicit
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