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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Jul 24, 2024 • 1h 8min
7/24/24: Kamala polls +4 over Trump, JD Vance favorability in toilet
Conservative attorney George Conway launches Anti-Psychopath PAC funding anti-Trump billboards, discusses Kamala leading in a poll. Kamala Harris calls Trump a sexual predator, goes after Project 2025. JD Vance has net negative favorability since 1980. Voicemail asks about Biden COVID conspiracy theory. Musk denies donating to Trump, Yang supports Harris, dogs can smell stress.
Jul 23, 2024 • 1h 5min
7/23/24: Kamala secures enough delegates, Trump regrets picking JD Vance
JD Vance's disastrous rally speech and Trump's regret for choosing him as a running mate are discussed. Trump's attacks on Kamala Harris and the controversy over his age as a nominee are highlighted. Also, Elon Musk's bizarre remarks on his son's gender transition and RFK Jr.'s offer to sell Trump an endorsement are mentioned.
Jul 22, 2024 • 56min
7/22/24: Biden drops out, race to replace, Trump melts down
President Biden's surprise announcement to not seek re-election shakes up the 2024 race. Trump reacts with a meltdown. Kamala Harris sees a surge in donations. Republicans try to push Biden to resign. Controversial statements, conspiracy theories, and speculations fill the political landscape.
Jul 19, 2024 • 1h 4min
7/19/24: Trump RNC speed off the rails, Biden accepting it may be over
The podcast discusses Trump's unhinged 93-minute RNC speech, Eric Trump's boring speech, and viewers sleeping during Trump's speech. There is speculation about Biden possibly dropping out of the race and Republican Kevin McCarthy's accusations against Matt Gaetz.
Jul 18, 2024 • 1h 6min
7/18/24: Biden COVID, Trump sleeps through RNC
Nicholas Kristof urges Biden to step aside, Trump's mysterious gauze bandages, top Dems call for Biden replacement, Americans want both candidates out of the race, Trump appears to sleep during RNC speeches, Melania Trump missing, and media bias highlighted
Jul 17, 2024 • 1h 6min
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 4min
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 6min
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 5min
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 4min
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
