
The David Pakman Show
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
Latest episodes

Jul 17, 2024 • 1h 4min
7/17/24: JD Vance & RFK audio leaks, RNC day 2 implodes
Author JD Vance's deep hatred for Trump revealed in leaked audio, controversial RFK Jr. call on anti-vax sentiments post-assassination attempt, and critique of divine intervention saving Trump at RNC. Chaos at Trump rally post-gun scare in Butler, Pennsylvania, and analysis of media narratives and Eric Trump's speech.

Jul 16, 2024 • 1h 1min
7/16/24: RNC goes haywire, Trump chooses a VP who hates him
Republican Senator JD Vance, Trump's VP pick, openly dislikes Trump. RNC chaos ensues with failed teleprompters and assassination attempts. Biden calls Trump a rapist, sparking extremist reactions. Conspiracy theories abound, with Trump Jr hinting at an 'inside job'. Accusations of inciting violence against Trump debunked.

Jul 15, 2024 • 1h 4min
7/15/24: Trump shot in the head, survives by an inch, country in chaos
Guest Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old Republican, shoots Donald Trump, sparking chaos and blame towards Biden and DEI. Republicans feign shock at the violence despite their history. Conspiracy theories and Biden's scathing remarks on Trump surface. Criticisms of the Secret Service's failure to prevent the shooting, Alex Jones' past comments, and voicemail reactions are discussed.

Jul 12, 2024 • 1h 3min
7/12/24: Biden's "big boy" press conference, Mike Pillow wants White House job
Entrepreneur and CEO of MyPillow, Mike Lindell, discusses wanting to be Trump's Homeland Security secretary. Other topics include Biden's press conference, cognitive concerns, swing state polls, and FBI data purchases. The podcast delves into political analogies, future election scenarios, and voter sentiments.

Jul 11, 2024 • 1h 1min
7/11/24: Trump panics about Project 2025, inflation comes in negative
Inflation drops as economy thrives, Obama conspiracy theories emerge, AOC files impeachment articles, Trump's likely VP candidates dislike him, Trump denies Project 2025 involvement, Right-wing justices plan revealed, and Biden's political future questioned

Jul 10, 2024 • 1h 6min
7/10/24: Biden replacement talk flatlines, Trump polling gain flatlines
Political historian Allan Lichtman discusses his 'Keys to the White House' model, Democrats solidify support for Biden in 2024, argument for Trump to drop out, Trump's erratic Florida rally, Biden's changing skin tone, Harris and Clinton lead Trump in polls, analysis of election forecasting post-debate

Jul 9, 2024 • 58min
7/9/24: Biden says he's staying in, Parkinson's conspiracy explodes, Trump softball interview
Political strategist Rachel Bitecofer and Cenk Uygur from the Young Turks debate whether Joe Biden should drop out of the race. Speculation arises about Biden having Parkinson's disease. Trump's softball interview with Sean Hannity is discussed. Donald Trump Jr. predicts Biden will resign. Other topics include Trump's VP search, Kristi Noem's social media disappearance, RNC platform release.

Jul 8, 2024 • 1h
7/8/24: UK & France say NO to right wing, Trump MISSING as Biden does 18 events
-- On the Show: -- Left wing parties overperform in the UK and France, defying expectations that right wing parties would surge, which is terrifying to Donald Trump's prospects in November -- Donald Trump's lead over Joe Biden in national polling is up 120% since the presidential debate, but may still be within the margin of error -- Despite the focus on President Biden's frailty and lack of energy, Biden has done nearly 20 public events since the debate, while Trump has done close to zero, and is missing, along with his believed-to-be wife Melania Trump -- 90% of the commentary about Joe Biden's cognitive decline is rooted in personal grievance and hysteria -- President Joe Biden announces that he has already ruled out exiting the 2024 presidential race -- As awareness spreads about the horrors of Project 2025, Donald Trump wildly lies that he knows nothing about it -- CNN guest Allan Lichtman tells CNN hosts that they are complicit in helping Donald Trump defeat Joe Biden in November -- After he presented an honest and humble reaction to the presidential debate, everyone is finding something to be made at David about -- Voicemail caller claims David is being paid by the White House -- On the Bonus Show: Radio host who interviewed Biden loses job after admitting campaign provided the questions, RFK Jr says he won't "take sides" on 9/11, Greece launches 6-day work week, much more... 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman ⚠️ Try Ground News and get 40% OFF the Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 💵 Sponsored by Ridge Wallet: Get 10% OFF with code PAKMAN at https://ridge.com/pakman 👂 MDHearing: Use code PAKMAN to get a pair for just $297 at https://shopmdhearing.com/ 😁 Zippix Toothpicks: Code PAKMAN10 saves you 10% at https://zippixtoothpicks.com -- Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- Pakman Discord: https://www.davidpakman.com/discord -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave a Voicemail: (219)-2DAVIDP

Jul 5, 2024 • 60min
7/5/24: Progressive panel EXPLODES over Israel/Gaza
-- On the Show: -- A panel discussion on the state of the progressive movement in the United States featuring Brianna Wu, Executive Director of Rebellion PAC, Claudia De la Cruz, a community organizer and presidential candidate, and Nomiki Konst, a progressive activist and co-director of Losing Puerto Rico -- Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- Pakman Discord: https://www.davidpakman.com/discord -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave a Voicemail: (219)-2DAVIDP

Jul 4, 2024 • 59min
7/4/24: Trump convicted on all 34 counts, now a felon (CLASSIC EPISODE FROM 5/31/24)
INDEPENDENCE DAY / CLASSIC EPISODE FROM MAY 31, 2024 -- Failed former President Donald Trump is convicted on all 34 felony counts in his first criminal trial and is now a convicted felon -- Donald Trump is clearly shellshocked as he delivers a brief statement after being criminally convicted of 34 felonies -- Trump supporters are devastated and lose their minds outside the courthouse just moments after Trump's conviction -- Todd Blanche, Donald Trump's lawyer, delivers an absurd series of interviews after losing Trump's case -- Caller discusses Christian nationalism -- Caller asks about the possibility of Trump suspending the Constitution -- Caller is worried Texas Republicans will change election laws in their favor -- Caller may vote for Joe Biden -- Caller asks what happens if Biden dies before the convention -- Caller discusses school voucher programs -- Caller talks about AI regulation -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: More Trump guilty verdict reactions, and much more... -- Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- Pakman Discord: https://www.davidpakman.com/discord -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave a Voicemail: (219)-2DAVIDP