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The David Pakman Show

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

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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-- Rep. Yassamin Ansari requests House Oversight Chairman James Comer investigate relationships between Andrew Tate and Barron Trump

-- Donald Trump and Stephen Miller set systemic incentives that cause federal agency abuses across ... more

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-- On the Show:

-- Donald Trump changed the Republican Party, but many of its core policies could continue under a more disciplined leader

-- Donald Trump’s Iran war has depleted key U.S. missile stockpiles and raised concerns about military readin... more

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-- Gabriel Zucman, internationally renowned economist, joins us to discuss his new book "We Need to Tax Billionaires" and Proposition 40 in California, which would impose a one-time 5% wealth tax on billionaires

-- Senators votes to... more

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-- On the Show:

-- Senator Mitch McConnell remains missing from the Capitol, while his office has only released two questionable proof-of-life pictures

-- Federal prosecutors drop charges against citizens after documents revealed damage to the refl... more

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Jessica Valenti
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Jamie Raskin
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Episode: White House escalating on all fronts
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David Pakman
Host of The David Pakman Show

Reviews

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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month 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
    Canadaa month 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 Statesa month ago
  • Favorite!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThisBetterBeUnique
    Canadaa month ago

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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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