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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 nationโs 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
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Nov 7, 2023 โข 1h 4min
11/7/23: Obama advisor calls on Biden to drop out, Trump testimony goes horribly wrong
Former advisor to President Barack Obama, David Axelrod, calls on President Joe Biden to drop out of the 2024 race based on recent polling data. Failed former President Donald Trump has a disastrous testimony in his civil fraud trial. Iowa Republican Governor Kim Reynolds endorses Ron DeSantis and says that Trump can't win in 2024. Republican Congressman Steve Scalise refuses to answer whether Trump won the 2020 election. David tells a Circuit City story involving an insurance fraud investigation.

Nov 6, 2023 โข 1h 5min
11/6/23: New polls strike fear in sane people's minds, progressives turn on Bernie
Bernie Sanders, Progressive Senator, shares truths about Hamas and is attacked by fellow progressives. Poll shows Trump leading Biden in swing states. Trump plans to deploy military if re-elected. Republicans boo Chris Christie. Speaker Mike Johnson refuses to explain absence of bank accounts. Efforts to cancel The David Pakman Show. Voicemail caller wonders why no one talks about Marianne Williamson.

Nov 3, 2023 โข 1h 3min
11/3/23: Don Jr testifies, Trump lawyer discusses risk of jail
Don Jr struggles to remember during his testimony in the New York civil fraud trial. Trump's lawyer discusses the possibility of him going to jail for violating gag orders. Also includes topics like Roe v. Wade, Capitol pipe bomber, income inequality, and young people not having kids.

Nov 2, 2023 โข 1h 5min
11/2/23: Shock poll says RFK 22%, Republicans turn on Republicans
Tobias Rose-Stockwell, author of 'Outrage Machine: How Tech Amplifies Discontent, Disrupts Democracy,' discusses the book, social media, echo chambers, and more. Shocking poll shows RFK Jr polling 22% against Trump and Biden. Republican senators turn on Tommy Tuberville. Hamas official vows the end of Israel. Republicans predict Biden's impeachment. Donald Trump mangles language. Trump sons testify in civil fraud trial. Voicemail caller attacks veganism. Analysis on Kennedy's donor base and Trump's beliefs. Technology's impact on political news and democracy. Legal troubles of the Trump family.

Nov 1, 2023 โข 1h 3min
11/1/23: Nikki Haley surges, Wolf Blitzer stunned by IDF admission
Former US Ambassador Nikki Haley surges in 2024 South Carolina primary. Wolf Blitzer stunned by IDF admission of targeting a Hamas commander. Antisemitism on the rise. Trump predicts jail time. The Eggman requests talk on Daylight Saving Time. Financial independence discussed. Environmental impact of toilet paper. Trump's outbursts on Truth Social.

Oct 31, 2023 โข 1h 6min
10/31/23: Trump rioter tackled in court, DeSantis confronted
Sarah Huckabee Sanders, the Republican Arkansas Governor with the lowest approval rating in 20 years, is discussed. The podcast also covers the Trump rioter who was tackled during an escape attempt in court, along with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis being confronted about wearing high heels. Failed former President Donald Trump is gagged by a judge, and his cognitive decline is noticed. The attacks on President Joe Biden become less effective. The host also discusses the craziest things he has been accused of and a voicemail caller speculates about Trump glitching as part of a plan to help himself in future trials.

Oct 30, 2023 โข 1h
10/30/23: Most dangerous Speaker in history as Trump's brain fails badly
Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson is deemed the most dangerous and extreme Speaker in history. Ron DeSantis' interview goes horribly wrong. Trump's cognitive issues are highlighted, including his confusion about city locations and mispronunciations. Mike Pence suspends his presidential campaign. The death of actor Matthew Perry triggers COVID vaccine conspiracies. Roseanne Barr spreads unhinged conspiracy theories about Trump. Republicans turn on Lauren Boebert after a public sex act incident. A voicemail caller expresses concern about Trump not liking dogs.

Oct 27, 2023 โข 1h 3min
10/27/23: Trump rages at Michael Cohen as questions persist about GOP endgame
Donald Trump's violation of his gag order and his attacks on ex-lawyer Michael Cohen. Sidney Powell's guilty plea and the phenomenon of loyalty to tribe. Debunking voter fraud arguments and the importance of voting. The impact of Trump's actions on Israel-Saudi Arabia talks. Foundational nutrition supplement and eco-friendly toilet paper sponsors. Candace Owens and Bill Maher's conversation. Ethical implications of supporting Israel's actions in Gaza. Immigration, Newsom's vetoes, R.F.K. Jr.'s plan, and socialism in California.

Oct 26, 2023 โข 1h 2min
10/26/23: Republicans select MAGA Speaker, Trump storms out of courtroom
Guests Mike Johnson and Donald Trump discuss topics including Republicans electing Johnson as Speaker of the House, Trump's reaction to Michael Cohen's testimony, and Fox News' confusion over good GDP numbers. The podcast also covers a mass shooting in Maine, the need for comprehensive gun safety laws, and the continuing influence of MAGA in the Republican Party.

Oct 25, 2023 โข 1h 6min
10/25/23: Mark Meadows flips on Trump, Michael Cohen testifies
-- On the Show: -- Greg Lukianoff, First Amendment attorney, President and CEO of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, and co-author of "The Canceling of the American Mind: Cancel Culture Undermines Trust and Threatens Us AllโBut There Is a Solution," joins David to discuss speech, cancel culture, and much more. Get the book: https://amzn.to/45LUINm -- Another Republican "frontrunner" for Speaker of the House drops out within hours of "winning" the nomination -- Mark Meadows, former Chief-of-Staff to Donald Trump, is now cooperating with prosecutors and has been granted immunity -- Failed former President Donald Trump flips out as his own former lawyer, Michael Cohen, testifies against him in the New York civil fraud trial -- Now having clearly violated the terms of his bond, and the gag order on him, it is time to jail former President Donald Trump -- Donald Trump's lawyers try to stop one of his trials over COVID concerns, despite none of them actually being worried enough about it to wear masks in the courtroom -- Republican Congressman Mike Collins might try to impeach Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg over "identity politics" and "wokeism" -- 2024 Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley continues gaining in the polls, approaching Ron DeSantis -- A really deranged voicemail caller leaves a voicemail -- On the Bonus Show: Kyrsten Sinema says she doesn't care if she loses re-election, 41 states sue Facebook parent company Meta, bond markets being hit will impact average Americans, much more... ๐ Babbel: Get 55% off your subscription at https://babbel.com/pakman ๐ Use code PAKMAN for 10% off the Fรผm Journey Pack at https://tryfum.com/PAKMAN ๐ฉณ SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman ๐ Use code PAKMAN5 for $5 off immi ramen noodles at https://immieats.com/pakman5 โ Beam melatonin hot cocoa: Get up to 40% OFF with code PAKMAN at https://shopbeam.com/pakman ๐ช Athletic Greens is offering FREE year-supply of Vitamin D at https://athleticgreens.com/pakman -- Become a Supporter: http://www.davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/thedavidpakmanshow -- Subscribe to Pakman Live: https://www.youtube.com/pakmanlive -- Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/davidpakmanshow -- Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave us a message at The David Pakman Show Voicemail Line (219)-2DAVIDP