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The David Pakman Show

David Pakman
Donald Trump
Iran
Republican Party
Jeffrey Epstein
Epstein Files
Democratic Party
Gavin Newsom
MAGA
Trump
ICE
Government Shutdown
Venezuela
Trump Administration
Tariffs
Marjorie Taylor Greene
Inflation
JD Vance
Gas Prices
U.S. Economy
Texas

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 event... more

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-- On the Show:

-- Donald Trump uses a primetime address to renew claims about the 2020 election and push the SAVE America Act

-- Karoline Leavitt returned to the White House podium and defended the administration's Iran policy before previewing Tr... more

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-- On the Show:

-- Jamie Raskin, U.S. representative for Maryland's 8th congressional district, joins us to discuss challenges to Donald Trump's $1.8 billion slush fund, reactions to Todd Blance's confirmation hearings, and much more…

-- Donald Tru... more

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-- On the Show:

-- Jessica Knurick, a nutrition scientist and registered dietitian, joins us on Substack Live to discuss health, nutrition, and misinformation coming from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the MAHA movement

-- Donald Trump refuses to rule o... more

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-- Federal agents shoot a 26-year-old Colombian man in Maine and subsequently place him in handcuffs while he lies on the ground

-- Darline Graham Nordone is chosen by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster to fill her late brother ... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Phang
Independent journalist, trial lawyer, host of Katie Phang News Channel
Katie Phang
Episode: It turns out one bad day really can change everything
Sean McCrory
New York Times reporter
The New York Times
Episode: It turns out one bad day really can change everything
Maggie Haberman
New York Times journalist, co-author
The New York Times
Episode: The meltdowns will continue until the morale improves
Jonathan Swan
Journalist, co-author
Axios (through book promotion)
Episode: The meltdowns will continue until the morale improves
Jenny Racicotte
Accuser featured in Platner allegations
Episode: One of the strangest days in American politics
Adam James
Licensed physical therapist of 14 years; Epistemic Crisis
Epistemic Crisis (Adam James on YouTube)
Episode: A cornered animal can be dangerous
Jessica Tarlov
Liberal-leaning political commentator
Fox News
Episode: They want someone to blame other than Trump
Amy Acton
Former director of the Ohio Department of Health and Democratic Nominee for governor of Ohio
Ohio gubernatorial campaign
Episode: It’s better to cross the finish line before celebrating
Brian Tyler Cohen
Independent media commentator, guest on the episode
Episode: Trump booed, Vance glitches, the war continues

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David Pakman
Host of The David Pakman Show

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 10.1k ratings
  • Logically Sound

    The Dan Parkman (sic) Show will be you’re (sic) new favorite Podcast. He’s on some kind of government watch list so you know he’s striking a nerve. Start listening today. Your (sic) not going to regret it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Burdock boy
    United States16 days ago
  • The truth

    David is the truth. He’s so much the truth the regime put him on a list. That’s the only selling point needed for this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris from Southern Indiana
    United States21 days ago
  • A great independant news podcast

    I love to hear David’s Pakman Show. It’s great to be inform everyday by fact checked news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JayToucan
    Canada24 days ago
  • Great Show and a Host!

    The David Pakman show is a must listen to show. he smart, thoughtful and he has gift and an intelligent way of broadcasting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bro"man 5th Floor
    United States25 days ago
  • Favorite!

    Love Mr. Pakman. He is my trusted go to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThisBetterBeUnique
    Canada25 days ago

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Some listeners note pacing or bias concerns but overall high engagement.
Listeners praise intelligent, measured analysis and well-sourced interviews with policy and media experts.
Guests and topics tied to crisis communications, politics, and media are a strong draw for the show.
Many value independence and critique of mainstream narratives.

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The mistakes are adding up quickly
Q: Could the president realistically influence election outcomes through federal actions like the Insurrection Act or a national emergency?
The guest explains that the Insurrection Act is a draconian tool that would place the military in a policing role and is unlikely to achieve the desired political objectives; a broad national emergency to disrupt elections would face severe legal and practical obstacles, and the Constitution assigns elections to the states, with the federal role being limited.
The meltdowns will continue until the morale improves
Q: First question I have is the people you speak to as sources. Are these folks who are motivated to talk to you because they are concerned about what they are seeing?
Haberman and Swan explain they pursue rigorous sourcing with extensive notes and a careful process to protect sources, emphasizing that their reporting is grounded in specific, verifiable conversations and documents, not generic speculation.
A cornered animal can be dangerous
Q: What about the handshake with the French president at the G7—does that support the stroke/dementia theory?
The guest describes the handshake as a possible indicator of weakness and cross-body movement that could reflect shoulder and rotator cuff involvement after a stroke, suggesting observed movements reveal underlying deficits.
A cornered animal can be dangerous
Q: Many in the audience were shocked by the prediction about Trump's health; why do you think your prediction was wrong?
The guest explains the timeframe was based on life expectancy with frontotemporal dementia and notes Trump has access to top-tier health care and potential stroke history; he now believes the prediction didn't come true due to medical interventions and schedule management that may mask symptoms.
They’re getting caught doing the exact same thing
Q: What are the main differences between the Obama JCPOA and the proposed Trump framework as described in the discussion?
The guests and host emphasize that the Trump framework is largely framed around a memorandum of understanding and broad outlines, lacking specific, verifiable commitments such as detailed inspections and explicit limitations on ballistic missiles, which contrasts with the more concrete (though debated) elements of the Obama JCPOA; the overall takeaway is that without a signed, transparent text, it's premature to claim a definitive victory or progress.

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2. Sean McCrory
3. Maggie Haberman
4. Jonathan Swan
5. Jenny Racicotte
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