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PEP with Chas and Dr Dave

Chas Licciardello
Donald Trump
Trump
Trump Administration
Joe Biden
Kamala Harris
Ukraine
Elon Musk
Democratic Party
Immigration
United States
Biden Administration
Republican Party
Hunter Biden
Iran
Tariffs
Supreme Court
Charlie Kirk
USAID
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
LGBTQ+ Rights

Chas Licciardello and Dr David Smith discuss all the stories that weren't covered in Planet America.

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Latest Episodes

Chas and Dr Emma discuss The Wedgewood Redemption, The Swingy Generation, and How Time Does Fly When You're Having PEP!

WARNING: This episode may contain explicit language.

TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introducing: Dr Emma Shortis 2:31 - Gratefuls (Another... more

Chas and Dave discuss Ron DeSantis' Bribes, The 7/11 Vote, Algae Is Brutal! WARNING: This episode may contain explicit language.

TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introducing: Dr Dave 3:48 - Gratefuls (Final Rugby League Grateful, Accepting Outcomes) 8:47 - Midte... more

MID MONDAY is on at the PEP warehouse, and the manager has gone ABSOLUTELY CRAZY! It's a too-nerdy-for-TV clearout, and the tolerance for leftover topics has been MASSIVELY REDUCED! It doesn't matter if Chas and Lachlan are stuck recording until MIDN... more

Chas and Dave discuss The Utah Soakers, Voters Of Fur, and The Favourite Failson

WARNING: This episode contains explicit language.

TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introducing: Dr Dave 2:08 - Gratefuls (Milwaukee Brewers, Cheesecake Factory) 23:27 - Correspond... more

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Recent Guests

Jared Mondschein
Political researcher at the United States Studies Centre
United States Studies Centre
Episode: AD NAUSEOUS: PEP with Chas & Jared Mondschein (Ep 281, 23 October)
Amy Klobuchar
U.S. Senator (introduced during discussion)
United States Senate
Episode: SCHMITT OUT OF LUCK! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep278, 2 October)
Richard Cooke
Guest, back by popular demand, political commentator
Australian journalist/writer
Episode: HERE COMES THE BRIBE! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave & Richard Cooke (Ep 275, 11 September)
Melina Wicks
Guest on the episode, identified as a frequent contributor to PEP and Planet America
Media/Entertainment
Episode: YOU GIVE LAKE A BAD NAME! PEP with Chas & Melina Wicks (Ep 273, 4 September)
Justin Wolfers
Economist, University of Michigan
University of Michigan
Episode: PEP267 CORRESPONDENCE EXTRA + WOLFERS SPECIAL!
David Smith
Associate Professor at the United States Studies Centre, University of Sydney
University of Sydney / US Studies Centre
Episode: MISGENDER THE TITANS! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 266, 19 June)
Locky the Lacky
Sidekick/host/tech support voice on the show
PEP team
Episode: MISGENDER THE TITANS! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 266, 19 June)
Elle Hardy
Journalist and author featured as a guest discussing Louisiana politics and related topics
Freelance journalist; author of Beyond Belief
Episode: THE VOTING WHITES ACT! PEP with Chas & Elle Hardy (Ep 259, 5 May)
Dr Emma Shortis
Director of International and Security Affairs at the Australia Institute
Australia Institute
Episode: LIAR, LIAR, CEASE ON FIRE! PEP with Chas & Dr Emma Shortis (Ep 255, 10 April)

Hosts

Chas Licciardello
Australian comedian and television presenter, and host of Planet America
David Smith
Political scientist, author and associate professor at the University of Sydney

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • The best US politics discussion around. Stay PEPpy.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Tozer
    5 days ago
  • PEP is my favourite podcast of all time. Chas is fantastic to listen to, covers topics in great depth, and presents a very fair case. Love Dave's input and all the other guests. Thanks so much for all the hours Chas and Dave. My limited edition first release T shirt is fading, more merch!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    seashore
    6 days ago
  • Best way to dive deep into US politics from an outsiders perspective.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    shrewdy
    12 days ago
  • It's like having 5 hours of Christmas every week - in a good way!! Happy Pepmas chazbot!!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    chizbot3000
    23 days ago
  • The best coverage of US politics in the world, because Chas is such a maniac, in terms of breath of coverage, depth of research into every aspect, his legal background, and the length of the podcast allows time to cover everything, Dr Dave and the other hosts and guests breadth of expertise. PEP beats everything actually from the US that I listen to or have ever listened to. And it's fun too!

    Podcast Addict
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    nevdelap
    23 days ago

Listeners Say

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Many value the blend of political seriousness, humor and lively host banter.
A few listeners criticize audio quality and the hosts' perceived political bias.
Listeners praise the detailed, well-researched analysis and say it helps them understand U.S. politics.
Guests and contributors are often described as informed and interesting.
The long episodes are a draw for some, while others find the length and tangents excessive.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#31
Australia/News
Spotify
#109
Australia/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#176
Australia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#16
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#60
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#92
Philippines/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

BENCHED PRESS! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 280, 20 October)
Q: What should Volodymyr Zelensky do in response to Trump's pressure over Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil refineries?
Licciardello argues that Zelensky should pause refinery attacks temporarily and use video evidence of Russian attacks on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure to build American public support for Ukraine. Smith emphasizes Ukraine's need for U.S. intelligence and Starshield connectivity.
BENCHED PRESS! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 280, 20 October)
Q: What are the arguments against publicly livestreaming Nidal Hasan's execution?
The hosts argue that broadcasting an execution could glorify violence, provide propaganda for extremists, undermine the image of a lawful military, and make Hasan a martyr rather than deter attacks. They also discuss risks of public spectacle and uncontrolled online sharing.
AD NAUSEOUS: PEP with Chas & Jared Mondschein (Ep 281, 23 October)
Q: What are your thoughts about the proposal?
Mondschein says Vance's childcare proposal may initially appeal to Democrats as support for working families, but its details could undermine that appeal. Licciardello adds that widening eligibility without increasing funding could reduce assistance for working poor families and strain childcare services.
AD NAUSEOUS: PEP with Chas & Jared Mondschein (Ep 281, 23 October)
Q: Let's say Democrats take both houses. Does this get better or worse for Ukraine then?
Mondschein says Ukraine has bipartisan support, so midterm outcomes may not be decisive. He expects Congress could push back on Trump's foreign policy through budgetary measures.
NOEM HARD FEELINGS! PEP with Chas & Elle Hardy (Ep 249, 11 March)
Q: Elle, kick us right off. What are you grateful for?
Elle expresses gratitude for journalist Andrew Lownie and discusses the Moonies book as a well-written, resonant account that provides a sharp window into political history.

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Long-form conversations unpacking U.S. politics, elections, polling, campaigns, policy and foreign affairs, often with detours into media, technology and culture. Australian hosts Chas Licciardello and political scientist David Smith bring contrasting expertise to current events, combining detailed analysis and political predictions with irreverent humor, correspondence and extended banter. Episodes range from focused discussions of a single issue to wide-ranging current-affairs roundups, and can run for several hours.

Regular contributors and occasional guests add perspectives from political research, journalism and public life. The distinctive appeal is the mix of close attention to polling, campaign tactics and policy detail with an Aus... more

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1. Jared Mondschein
2. Amy Klobuchar
3. Richard Cooke
4. Melina Wicks
5. Justin Wolfers
6. David Smith
7. Locky the Lacky
8. Elle Hardy

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