The David Pakman Show 1/1/25: Biden pardons Hunter, Trump chooses conspiracy nut for FBI (CLASSIC EPISODE FROM 12/2/24)
Jan 1, 2025
The podcast dives into Biden's surprising pardon of Hunter, raising questions about the implications for Trump's future pardon power. It critiques Trump's impending tariffs and the confusion surrounding them, warning of rising consumer prices. The discussion highlights alarming cabinet nominations, including a conspiracy theorist for FBI Director, and examines the risks posed to democracy. Additionally, it debunks the myth of self-made success, emphasizing how public investment is crucial for individual achievements.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Tariff Tangle: Impacts on Consumer Electronics
02:16 • 13min
The Political Fallout of Presidential Pardons
15:23 • 8min
Trump's Cabinet and Authoritarianism
23:20 • 6min
The Illusion of Self-Made Success and Governance Threats
29:08 • 3min
The Myth of Self-Made Success
32:11 • 19min
Concerns Arise Over Vaccine Skepticism in New Health Administration
51:10 • 7min
