The David Pakman Show
David Pakman
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 events, and social issues. Whether you're looking for deep dives into major political events, in-depth conversations with experts and newsmakers, or sharp-witted breakdowns of the latest headlines, The David Pakman Show has you covered
With new episodes dropping every weekday, David delivers sharp, insightful, and fact-based analysis on politics, current events, and social issues. Whether you're looking for deep dives into major political events, in-depth conversations with experts and newsmakers, or sharp-witted breakdowns of the latest headlines, The David Pakman Show has you covered
Episodes
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Nov 14, 2026 • 23min
Trump waddles away when asked about being a LOSER
A rapid-fire look at Trump dodging a question about losing, delivering chaotic briefings, reviving election conspiracies, and stumbling through Veterans Day remarks. The discussion also covers backlash involving Pete Hegseth at Arlington, a historic Democratic Senate victory in Mississippi, edited interview footage, and Trump’s claims about MAGA’s future and the Iran war.
Nov 13, 2026 • 1h 6min
Republicans turn on each other as Trump's promises are dead
Early 2028 speculation spotlights JD Vance and Jon Ossoff, while Republicans clash over a brutal midterm setback and voters’ economic frustrations. A major measles outbreak raises alarm amid falling vaccination rates. New state alliances could reshape presidential elections, and Trump’s response to a Chinese spy warning involving Nvidia’s CEO sparks scrutiny. Plus, listener feedback on voting, Epstein files, and Democratic momentum.
Nov 12, 2026 • 1h 11min
Veterans Day disaster for administration as Republicans lose another race
Sawyer Hackett, a Democratic communications strategist and political content creator, explores the exploding progressive creator space and its influence on the 2028 primary. They discuss campaign access, long-form media, creator independence, and digital messaging. The conversation follows a major Democratic Senate flip in Mississippi, Arlington controversy, Trump’s disjointed Veterans Day appearance, recurring movements, and escalating Truth Social rants.
Nov 11, 2026 • 1h 18min
Trump threatens Dems as Hegseth impeachment goes off the rails
Sarah Longwell, Republican strategist, Bulwark publisher, and author, discusses midterm backlash through her focus groups with swing and former Trump voters. Topics include rising prices, corruption, Trump’s authoritarian turn, Democratic messaging, and the Republican Party’s post-Trump factions. Also covered: threats against congressional oversight, the failed Hegseth impeachment vote, Texas marijuana legalization, Jim Jordan’s leadership, and edited Trump interviews.
Nov 10, 2026 • 1h 16min
Trump claims election rigged as Hegseth tries to save his job
Jessica Tarlov, a Democratic strategist and Fox News political commentator, joins the conversation on Republican midterm losses, Trump’s renewed election denial, and the right’s uncertain path toward 2028. They examine J.D. Vance’s prospects, conservative media’s shifting loyalties, Pete Hegseth’s impeachment crisis, and Lauren Boebert’s stunning defeat.
Nov 9, 2026 • 1h 18min
Fear and chaos as election disaster breaks MAGA
Brian Tyler Cohen, a progressive political commentator and YouTube creator, joins the conversation on Democrats’ sweeping victories and the party’s next moves. They explore accountability versus retribution, what Congress can accomplish, and building a broad coalition. Trump’s chaotic interviews, doubts about 2028, blame aimed at Vance and Hegseth, and Mitch McConnell’s alarming appearance deepen the MAGA meltdown.
Nov 8, 2026 • 19min
Trump THREW in the towel
A debate over who should pay for riot-related destruction takes an unexpected turn. The discussion explores North Korea’s alleged cryptocurrency heist, crypto’s investment appeal, and Republicans’ losses amid Trump’s stagnant messaging and election denialism. Attention then shifts to potential 2028 contenders distancing themselves from Trump and whether independent media should endorse primary candidates.
Nov 7, 2026 • 22min
Trump VANISHES as humiliating defeat sinks in
Donald Trump faces mounting political fallout as Republican losses threaten his congressional protection and turn the midterms into a referendum on his presidency. The discussion covers his attacks on Fox News polling, questions surrounding his swollen eye, Mike Johnson’s leadership retreat, and uncertainty over Pete Hegseth’s future. Trump’s rambling foreign policy threats, Alaska lawsuit confusion, promenade plans, and football complaints round out the chaos.
Nov 6, 2026 • 57min
The Trump era winds down as accountability returns
MAGA voices concede that Trump’s political dominance is fading as Democrats regain congressional power and investigations intensify. Pete Hegseth faces an impeachment push, while Trump confronts mounting legal consequences and speculation he may abandon the presidency. His BBC lawsuit could expose damaging evidence, and fears of renewed Capitol violence loom over the transition. Listener questions round out the discussion.
Nov 5, 2026 • 1h 7min
The election disaster is getting much worse for them
Republicans reel from a devastating midterm collapse as J.D. Vance turns on Trump’s Iran war and Ron DeSantis warns of an extinction-level crisis. Trump delivers bizarre answers on impeachment, Hegseth, and the war’s end while retreating into ballroom distractions. Mike Johnson steps aside, Pete Hegseth faces blame, and Elon Musk’s massive political spending campaign implodes.
