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The David Pakman Show

David Pakman
Donald Trump
Republican Party
Iran
Jeffrey Epstein
Democratic Party
MAGA
Charlie Kirk
Gavin Newsom
Epstein Files
Trump
ICE
Government Shutdown
Tariffs
Venezuela
Trump Administration
Marjorie Taylor Greene
Inflation
Political Violence
Gas Prices
Republicans

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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Latest Episodes

-- On the Show:

-- Donald Trump approaches his 80th birthday facing statistical data showing that mortality rates spike on a person's date of birth

-- Donald Trump posts an aggressive online tirade against Congressman Jamie Raskin after Fox host Ma... more

-- On the Show:

-- Donald Trump announces the resumption of air strikes against Iran while openly admitting to the seizure of millions of barrels of Iranian oil

-- Rising consumer prices push inflation back above 4 percent as Trump struggles to ful... more

-- On the Show:

-- Donald Trump says Iran downed a U.S. helicopter, triggering retaliatory strikes and a new round of attacks across the region

-- Inflation jumps to 4.2% as energy and food prices rise while wages move lower for American workers

-... more

-- On the Show:

-- Brian Tyler Cohen, progressive talk show host with over 5 million YouTube subscribers, joins us on Substack Live to discuss being placed alongside David on the White House "Media Offenders" list

-- A flesh-eating screwworm parasi... more

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Todd Blanch
Former acting Attorney General
Department of Justice
Episode: The losses keep piling up for MAGA
Lara Trump
Trump daughter-in-law, interview guest
Trump family
Episode: They can no longer keep the story straight
Tom Steyer
California gubernatorial candidate, businessman and philanthropist
Tom Steyer for Governor of California
Episode: Brutal economic news dumps as White House becomes UFC arena
Javier Becerra
Former Secretary of Health and Human Services, gubernatorial candidate
California gubernatorial race
Episode: These upcoming elections are taking a nasty turn
Lanny Davis
Attorney, political operative, and author
Lanny Davis & Partners (as discussed)
Episode: I don’t think they know how to get out of this
Don Lemon
Journalist and host of the Don Lemon Show
CNN (as referenced)
Episode: Politics is breaking as Trump spirals again
Ashley St. Clair
Social media content creator, former MAGA activist
Self/Various MAGA-related groups
Episode: The coverups get weird as the corruption gets more obvious
Sarah Isgur
Editor of SCOTUSblog, host of Advisory Opinions; legal analyst for ABC News
SCOTUSblog; Advisory Opinions; ABC News
Episode: Are you ready for the military on election day?
Sean Spicer
Former White House Press Secretary, host of The Sean Spicer Show, author
Trump administration
Episode: This one loss in Texas spells trouble for MAGA

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David Pakman
Host of The David Pakman Show

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 9.9k ratings
  • Awesome

    TDPS is goated

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yvhdvghbjydsfgbi
    United States3 months ago
  • June 26 2025

    Every episode is roughly an hour of conversations that go in circles. Every segment is a video where the conclusion to the commentary is basically the mirror of the one before it. Did you know he wrote a book? He won’t let you forget it. Did you know he never trusted tulsi? He certainly won’t shut up about it. We get it David you’re so smart and your rich liberal left of center audience laps it up while talking down to people actually putting in work. Zionism, thinly veiled Islamophobia, gasligh... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Thognak Brofist
    United States3 months ago
  • Intelligent and amusingly dry -

    You keep me breathing through this chaos- when your commentary helps my mind file what may otherwise be panic-reminding me my aghast and unbelieving response to this administration is NORMAL!

    Your commentary deserves a place in everyone’s lineup.

    Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lcoNONO
    United States3 months ago
  • Best news review. Never boring.

    I always learn something new and fascinating from David Pakman.

    Excellent news analysis. Always sincere, trustworthy. Never boring.

    I listen to David Pakman on Apple Podcasts on almost every night.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zed_55
    United States3 months ago
  • Excellent and thought provoking commentary

    I greatly enjoy The David Pakman show. David is highly intelligent and knowledgeable. His shows are always interesting and thought provoking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Per4mnce
    United States3 months ago

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Brutal economic news dumps as White House becomes UFC arena
Q: How have you adjusted your position on healthcare policy during the campaign, and what policy instruments do you favor?
He explains a journey from market-driven assumptions to recognizing the need for state-level interventions that guarantee healthcare access, while proposing revenue measures and accountability to ensure affordability and coverage.
Brutal economic news dumps as White House becomes UFC arena
Q: What is your view on California healthcare and whether single payer is feasible at the state level?
Steyer argues that while single payer is not simple, California should pursue policies that move toward universal coverage, with a practical, negotiated approach that addresses budgets and real-world implementation challenges.
The losses keep piling up for MAGA
Q: What is the main economic argument made in comparing Trump and Biden economies?
The host presents a data-driven comparison showing Biden performing better on most major economic indicators like inflation, unemployment, and GDP growth, arguing that Trump did not fare as well economically.
I don’t think they know how to get out of this
Q: How did you first start working with Michael Cohen and what was your role with respect to the charges against Trump?
Davis explains he advised Cohen to get his story out through Congress and media, helped with testimony, and stayed involved through the subsequent legal proceedings, illustrating how strategic media engagement can influence legal narratives.
The real King embarrasses fake king Trump
Q: What do you think motivates sources close to Trump to talk to you, and what is their typical aim in sharing information?
The sources often seek validation or relief from frustration, and they may be drawn to speaking with Wolff due to his relationship and trust with insiders, sharing candid perspectives while requesting discretion and protection.

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2. Lara Trump
3. Tom Steyer
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8. Sarah Isgur

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