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
Mentioned books
Feb 4, 2026 • 59min
Militarize elections, shut down Epstein files, hope for the best
Discussion of proposals to place armed federal agents at polling places and how that could intimidate voters. Coverage of escalating legal pressure around Trump and related Georgia conspiracies. Examination of allegations from Epstein files and the distinction between claims and evidence. Recounting a heated live TV clash and warnings about threats to nationalize elections.
Feb 3, 2026 • 1h
Lines have been crossed and there’s no going back
A fiery discussion about accountability for prominent influencers and how to hold them without pushing them to extremism. A deep dive into federal actions against journalists and what that signals about growing authoritarian power. A look at alarming public behavior and private warnings about a former president’s stability. Debates over nationalizing elections and the fallout from new Epstein files.
13 snips
Feb 2, 2026 • 1h 5min
GOP prepares for life after Trump as strongman loses control
A sharp look at how a high-profile killing was turned into myth and conspiracy. Scrutiny of public claims that paint a president as unusually healthy despite worrying footage. Analyzes MAGA as a personality-driven movement likely to splinter without its leader. Discusses Republican maneuvering to manage or sideline a weakened strongman and the stakes for upcoming midterms.
Jan 30, 2026 • 54min
Do they think they will get away with this?
He calls out false right-wing claims about an ICE killing and a senator’s public rebuke. He dissects Melania Trump’s awkward unity talk and selective outrage over immigration. He explores how federal immigration tactics increase the risk of deadly confrontations. He covers Trump’s public threats to Iran and a publicized word lapse that fuels concerns about fitness.
Jan 29, 2026 • 1h 14min
ICE agents in trouble as under the bus goes Bovino
A wide-ranging rundown of ICE operations, political scapegoating, and internal blame-shifting at the Department of Homeland Security. Discussion of Powell defending Fed independence and worrying economic signs. Coverage of Trump’s erratic remarks and surprising celebrity endorsements. A GOP split over foreign policy surfaces, and a Maine Senate candidate lays out progressive fiscal ideas.
Jan 28, 2026 • 1h 4min
Trump now fighting MAGA on guns in bizarre reversal
A viral clip shows an ICE agent threatening a legal observer and raises First Amendment alarms. A Minneapolis town hall assault on Ilhan Omar and a polarizing presidential reaction spark debate about political violence. Controversy erupts as a high-profile killing prompts sudden attacks on lawful gun ownership. Conservative figures publicly criticize the shifting rhetoric and calls grow for independent investigations.
Jan 27, 2026 • 1h 16min
The firings will continue until the morale improves
Ezekiel Emanuel, oncologist, bioethicist, and health policy leader, discusses practical wellness from his book. He outlines six simple rules for a long life. He warns against wellness obsession and emphasizes social ties. He talks diet priorities, cutting ultra-processed foods, and which cancer screenings truly matter.
Jan 26, 2026 • 1h 3min
ICE chaos as another one killed, Americans have had enough
Adam James, a licensed physical therapist and creator behind Epistemic Crisis, gives clinical observations on neurological and mobility signs in public figures. Conversation covers federal ICE raids and the deadly Minneapolis confrontation. They examine how state violence normalizes retaliation and contrast armed civilian rhetoric with lethal government force. Trump’s behavior, a troubling bruise, and local law enforcement reactions are also discussed.
Jan 23, 2026 • 58min
Measles goes viral as world moves on from Trump
They discuss a fast-growing measles outbreak driven by unvaccinated populations and the public health fallout. They examine confrontations that expose contradictions in a leading politician's foreign policy, including Greenland and Russia. They explore how perceptions of chaos feed authoritarian politics and how allied countries are quietly hedging against U.S. unpredictability.
Jan 22, 2026 • 1h 2min
Global humiliation spreads like wildfire as dementia goes mainstream
A five-year-old is detained by ICE, highlighting disturbing new trends in immigration enforcement. Meanwhile, Trump backs down on threatened tariffs after causing market panic, and his Greenland claims are debunked by NATO. White House press secretary struggles to defend Trump's cognitive blunders, raising alarm among lawmakers about his mental fitness. Gavin Newsom mocks Trump, adding to the scrutiny. As Congress debates the 25th Amendment, Trump's incoherent interview reveals deepening concerns about his competency.
