The David Pakman Show
The David Pakman Show

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

Recent Episodes

They can no longer keep the story straight
JUN 1, 2026
They can no longer keep the story straight
-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump's latest medical report sparks questions about delayed disclosures, weight gain, swelling, and unusual testing claims -- A judge orders Donald Trump's name removed from the Kennedy Center, creating a legal and symbolic setback tied to his personal brand -- White House construction projects, economic dissatisfaction, and uncertainty over Iran policy fuel scrutiny of Donald Trump's presidency -- Donald Trump's appearance on Lara Trump's program raises questions about family-run media access and softball interviews -- Data center projects advance through secrecy agreements and infrastructure deals that leave local residents paying higher utility costs -- Conservative influencers increasingly criticize Donald Trump as concerns grow about his political future and keeping their own audience -- A widely shared photograph of Donald Trump reignites debate about his health, age, and the transparency of White House medical information šŸ’¦ Pocket Hose: Text PAKMAN to 64000 for two free gifts with purchase of Pocket Hose Ballistic 🄐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at https://wildgrain.com/david šŸ›”ļø Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🧠 Try Brain.fm totally free for a month at https://brain.fm/pakman āœ‰ļø StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman -- On theĀ Bonus Show: Artists cancel on Trump's America 250 event, Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker get banned from the UK, another Graham Platner scandal, and much more... -- Become a Member:Ā https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit:Ā http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook:Ā http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Trump's medical report released (09:26) Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center (19:39) Construction projects destroy White House grounds (27:56) Trump does a softball interview with daughter-in-law (40:59) Locals reject data center projects (50:12) MAGA influencers turn on Trump (58:36) Trump photographed with "dementia face" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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68 MIN
Something is wrong and it’s impossible to ignore
MAY 29, 2026
Something is wrong and it’s impossible to ignore
-- On the Show: -- James Talarico accuses Ken Paxton of helping admitted child rapist Adam Hoffman receive special treatment through political connection -- The White House still has not released Donald Trump’s latest medical report, while older health statistics continue circulating -- Donald Trump attacks Jill Biden while claiming he alone understands Joe Biden’s debate collapse because of his own debate performance -- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent promotes legislation for a Donald Trump $250 bill while defending the president on higher prices -- Grocery prices remain permanently higher because corporations kept prices elevated after COVID while supply chain changes raised costs -- Donald Trump faces growing questions about his health after repeated medical visits and comparisons to Republican attacks on Joe Biden -- Right-wing media figures build trust by identifying real frustrations before redirecting audiences toward conspiracies and scapegoats -- Senator Dave McCormick accidentally calls the Trump administration a ā€œregime,ā€ reinforcing concerns about loyalty politics and authoritarianism -- The Friday Feedback segment šŸ“ž QUO: Try it FREE and get 20% off for 6 months at https://quo.com/pakman 🧠 Try Brain.fm totally free for a month at https://brain.fm/pakman šŸ›”ļø Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman šŸ„„ Magic Spoon: Use code PAKMAN for $5 off at https://magicspoon.com/pakman āš ļø Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman šŸ¤– Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman -- On theĀ Bonus Show: Fox News keeps attacking James Talarico over nonsense, Dave Rubin goes on Jubilee's Surrounded, and much more... -- Become a Member:Ā https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit:Ā http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook:Ā http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (01:20) James Talarico calls out Ken Paxton (07:49) Trump’s medical report vanishes (13:09) Trump rants about Jill Biden on social media (19:28) Trump wants his face on $250 bill (31:21) Grocery prices are unlikely to ever get cheaper (37:42) Trump health coverup questions continue (45:45) How right-wing media redirects outrage (54:31) "Republican accidentally calls Trump admin a ""regime""" (59:32) Friday Feedback segment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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79 MIN
Brutal economic news dumps as White House becomes UFC arena
MAY 28, 2026
Brutal economic news dumps as White House becomes UFC arena
-- On the Show: -- Tom Steyer, businessman, philanthropist, now running for Governor of California, joins us to discuss the campaign -- Fox News personalities and conservative commentators attack James Talarico with insults about masculinity, sexuality, and his personal life -- New GDP and income data undercuts repeated promises from Trump officials that the economy would soon reach explosive 6% growth -- Trump is overseeing major White House construction projects that have transformed the complex into a spectacle-driven branding operation -- Prosecutors open a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, in the latest example of Trump using his DOJ as a personal tool for revenge -- Donald Trump delivers rambling comments and appears confused during a cabinet meeting -- Gavin Newsom proposes a 100% California tax on payments tied to pardoned January 6 defendants connected to Donald Trump -- New polling shows Donald Trump performing worse than recent presidents during some of their most difficult political moments -- On theĀ Bonus Show: Ex-judges want Trump's IRS case reopened, more Americans are going hungry now than during the pandemic, Trump appointees push for a $250 bill with his face on it, and much more.... šŸ’³ PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman šŸ¤– Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman āœ‰ļø StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman 🄐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at https://wildgrain.com/david šŸ›”ļø Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman -- Become a Member:Ā https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit:Ā http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook:Ā http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (01:32) Republicans are terrified of James Talarico (09:46) GDP data undercuts Trump's economic claims (15:19) Trump is tearing up the White House grounds (24:34) Trump DOJ investigates E. Jean Carroll (32:41) Trump rambles during cabinet meeting (45:29) Tom Steyer interview (1:05:48) Newsom wants to tax Trump's slush fund at 100% (1:12:48) Trump's approval rating is historically low Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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81 MIN
Texas collapse and health collapse in the same day
MAY 27, 2026
Texas collapse and health collapse in the same day
-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump attacks James Talarico as a vegan and plans rallies for Ken Paxton while Republicans reveal growing fear about holding Texas -- A Texas Republican voter says Donald Trump controls the Republican Party and refuses to support Ken Paxton in the general election -- Donald Trump declares ā€œperfectā€ health after another medical exam, while the White House turns medical updates into a publicity campaign -- White House social media accounts flood the internet with energetic Trump photos as videos of him appearing asleep spread online -- Dr. Jonathan Reiner warns that Donald Trump’s repeated daytime sleeping and insomnia could signal serious health concerns -- Videos show Donald Trump swaying while saluting, fueling debate about age, fatigue, balance issues, or shoe lifts -- Jessica Tarlov criticizes Donald Trump’s Iran policy on Fox News and leaves the rest of the panel visibly speechless -- JD Vance stumbles through grammar comments and welfare claims during an awkward public appearance -- On theĀ Bonus Show: Biden sues DOJ to stop audio release, California's public universities embrace AI, construction begins on the White House UFC cage for Trump's birthday party, and much more... šŸ’³ PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman šŸ¤– Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman šŸ“ Strawberry.me: Get a $50 credit when you sign up for coaching at https://strawberry.me/pakman 🧠 Try Brain.fm totally free for a month at https://brain.fm/pakman šŸ„„ Magic Spoon: Use code PAKMAN for $5 off at https://magicspoon.com/pakman šŸ’» Sponsored by Private Internet Access: 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/DavidP -- Become a Member:Ā https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit:Ā http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook:Ā http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (01:24) Paxton defeats Cornyn in Texas Senate runoff (12:19) Texas Republican turns on Trump (20:50) Trump claims perfect health another physical (27:57) Trump social media accounts flood the zone (35:28) Doctors warns about Trump's lack of sleep (43:32) Trump struggles to keep his balance (51:11) Fox News liberal silences the panel (58:27) JD Vance stumbles through speech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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69 MIN
These upcoming elections are taking a nasty turn
MAY 26, 2026
These upcoming elections are taking a nasty turn
-- On the Show: -- Xavier Becerra, former Secretary of Health and Human Services now running for Governor of California, joins us to discuss the campaign -- Democrats prepare House investigations into Donald Trump focused on Epstein files, alleged family corruption and more if they retake Congress -- JD Vance is becoming isolated inside Donald Trump’s White House as Marco Rubio gains influence and allies connected to Vance resign -- Internet conspiracy theories explode after a shooter opens fire near the White House and Secret Service agents return fire -- Donald Trump returns to Walter Reed for another medical evaluation as questions grow about his overall physical condition -- Kevin Hassett argues grocery prices are rising because refrigerator regulations close stores, while also claiming higher spending is good -- Donald Trump posts aggressively on Truth Social overnight in yet another online public political meltdown -- Donald Trump struggles through a Memorial Day speech, nearly falls asleep during Hegseth's remarks, and claims he took over Venezuela -- On theĀ Bonus Show: Paxton vs. Cornyn runoff today in Texas, Tulsi Gabbard resigns as DNI, Hasan Piker is subpoenaed after Cuba trip, and much more... šŸ›ļø Shopify: Sign up for $1/month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/pakman āš ļø Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🧠 Try Brain.fm totally free for a month at https://brain.fm/pakman šŸ›Œ Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman šŸ“ Strawberry.me: Get a $50 credit when you sign up for coaching at https://strawberry.me/pakman 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com -- Become a Member:Ā https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit:Ā http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook:Ā http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (08:49) Democrats plan to investigate Trump (19:56) JD Vance is losing influence (26:44) Conspiracy theories explode after White House shooting (36:17) Trump sent to the hospital again (57:34) Xavier Becerra Interview (1:06:46) Trump melts down on Truth Social (1:12:35) Trump delivers Memorial Day speech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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81 MIN