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

Desperation peaks as 2026 isn’t looking so good 12/31/2025

Desperation peaks as 2026 isn’t looking so good -- On the Show -- Attorney General Pam Bondi deletes a tweet praising what she thought was Donald Trump’s success after realizing the overdose data actually reflects declines under Joe Biden -- Dr Oz downplays vaccines and promotes vague wellness advice while ignoring evidence that flu shots reduce hospitalization even in weak match years -- Donald Trump pressures supporters to donate immediately by falsely claiming Democrats will steal imaginary tariff rebate money -- Donald Trump reposts praise from foreign troll accounts posing as MAGA supporters while railing against foreign interference -- Caroline Sunshine frames Donald Trump as a paternal authority who rewards and punishes states, saying Trump is "daddy" -- Megyn Kelly argues Trump’s personal misconduct does not matter while minimizing documented sexual abuse and overstating his policy record -- Tomi Lahren attacks retired and seriously ill Joe Biden for taking a vacation while excusing Donald Trump’s constant time off in office -- Karl Rove warns that fatigue with Donald Trump is spreading inside his own coalition ahead of the 2026 midterms -- On the : Trump says he's halting child care payments to Minnesota, SNAP bans on some junk food items set to begin, the key moments of 2025, and much more... 💪 AG1 is offering you $126 in FREE gifts at 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 55% OFF at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:25) Pam Bondi Deletes Biden Praise (07:29) Dr Oz Spreads Vaccine Doubt (17:17) Trump Invents Tariff Scam (23:38) Trump Boosts Foreign Trolls (29:29) Trump Framed as “Daddy” (36:06) Megyn Kelly Excuses Misconduct (44:35) Lahren Attacks Biden Vacation (49:52) Karl Rove Warns Trump Fatigue /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39577975

Another war is starting and Trump’s confused about it 12/30/2025

Another war is starting and Trump’s confused about it -- On the Show -- Donald Trump casually references a CIA drone strike inside Venezuela so incoherently that journalists and officials initially cannot tell whether the United States carried out an act of war or whether the president is confused -- Donald Trump’s long claim of an Epstein hoax collapses as documents, photos, statements, and flight records confirm his sustained proximity to Jeffrey Epstein and undermine the idea that Trump was unaware or uninvolved -- Donald Trump launches a chaotic spree of false claims and incoherent statements about hostages, Putin, asylum, and foreign policy that expose his increasing detachment from reality -- Donald Trump delivers a rambling press conference filled with lies, vague threats, and factual ignorance that leaves reporters stunned and forces aides and journalists to correct his statements in real time -- Benjamin Netanyahu awards Donald Trump a symbolic prize that feeds Trump’s obsession with validation and reinforces a pattern of foreign leaders flattering him to manage his ego rather than honor real achievements -- Jessica Tarlov reminds Fox News viewers of Donald Trump’s record of believing authoritarian leaders like Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un, puncturing the myth that Trump is tough or strategic with dictators -- Donald Trump repeatedly claims he inherited a broken economy despite taking office amid falling inflation and strong employment, then blames Joe Biden -- Donald Trump’s elastic definition of ending wars collapses when applied consistently, revealing that by Trump’s own standards Barack Obama would qualify as having ended far more conflicts -- On the : Gen Z men drift away from Trump, Kennedy Center performers cancel events after Trump name change, Trump installs plaques in his White House “walk of fame,” and much more... 💻 Sponsored by Private Internet Access: 83% OFF + 4 months free at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:30) Trump Venezuela strike confusion (07:13) Epstein hoax collapses (14:26) Trump incoherent foreign policy spree (23:17) Rambling press conference meltdown (33:13) Netanyahu flatters Trump with prize (39:06) Fox News truth moment (46:22) Trump lies about economy (52:26) Trump war claims fall apart /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39568150

Ukraine Russia talks go wrong as Trump decline unavoidable 12/29/2025

Ukraine Russia talks go wrong as Trump decline unavoidable -- On the Show -- Dr. John Gartner, former assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and founder of Duty to Warn, joins us to discuss signs of cognitive decline in Donald Trump’s second term -- Donald Trump repeatedly praises Vladimir Putin, lashes out at reporters, and makes incoherent remarks during a public meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy -- Donald Trump delivers confused and rambling answers after meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, minimizes American deaths in Ukraine, and repeatedly contradicts himself -- Donald Trump abandons his anti-war image by authorizing major military strikes in Venezuela, Nigeria, Yemen, and Iran while bypassing public debate and congressional oversight -- Visible bruising and a possible IV mark on Donald Trump’s hand raise concerns as he refuses to provide clear medical explanations -- Joe Rogan falsely claims measles was harmless and universal in his childhood while ignoring vaccine history and basic public health data -- Trump administration allies promote 50-year mortgages that lower monthly payments while massively increasing lifetime costs, trapping buyers in long-term debt -- The MAGA movement exploits Charlie Kirk’s assassination for fundraising and branding while abandoning his legacy and losing his former audience to more extreme figures -- On the : Half of Project 2025 has been implemented already, scrutiny increases over betting market apps, the search for the missing Malaysian flight from 2014 restarts, and much more... 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman 🔬 FFRF: Get a free gift membership & 20% off merch. Text DAVID to 511511 or visit -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:29) Trump praises Putin, lashes out (08:53) Rambling Zelenskyy meeting aftermath (19:53) Trump abandons anti war stance (27:11) Trump hand bruising questions (33:42) John Gartner interview (52:47) Rogan spreads measles misinformation (58:41) MAGA pushes 50 year mortgages (1:04:02) MAGA exploits Charlie Kirk death /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39557300

They’re quickly losing control of their own lies 12/26/2025

Epstein docs accuse Trump as economy in holding pattern 12/24/2025

Epstein docs accuse Trump as economy in holding pattern -- On the Show -- Newly released Justice Department and FBI records include a rape allegation naming Donald J. Trump document his repeated association with Jeffrey Epstein -- Newly released Justice Department flight records directly contradict Donald Trump’s claim that he was never on Jeffrey Epstein’s plane -- A leaked succession blueprint shows Trump allies planning a long-term pipeline of JD Vance, Charlie Kirk, and Donald Trump Jr to preserve Trumpism -- Donald Trump posts overnight Truth Social messages threatening media critics and suggesting punishment for unfavorable coverage -- The White House releases a heavily edited Christmas card image that appears to conceal visible bruising on Donald Trump’s hand -- Donald Trump hosts the Kennedy Center Honors after reshaping its leadership, turning a national arts ceremony into a self-centered spectacle -- Trump allies selectively credit Donald Trump for positive economic data while blaming Joe Biden for inflation and negative indicators -- A Fox News segment sees Jessica Tarlov center Epstein survivor Maria Farmer, exposing fractures inside Fox’s audience -- Measles cases surge among unvaccinated populations as years of anti-vaccine rhetoric linked to Trump’s political movement collide with public health consequences -- On the : A holiday sendoff from David, and much more... 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:16) DOJ files name Trump (07:46) Epstein jet records contradict Trump (17:10) Trumpism succession plan leaks (24:09) Trump threatens critical media (29:10) Edited Christmas card scrutiny (34:23) Trump politicizes Kennedy Center (40:46) Selective credit for economy (46:11) Fox News spotlights Epstein survivor (52:00) Measles surge and anti-vax fallout /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39528975

Epstein files detonate as damage control launches 12/23/2025

Epstein files detonate as damage control launches -- On the Show -- A newly released Jeffrey Epstein letter claims Donald Trump shares an explicit sexual interest in young women, raising serious questions -- Newly surfaced Justice Department emails allege Donald Trump flew on Jeffrey Epstein’s private jet with a 20-year-old woman, contradicting Trump’s long-standing claims -- The Trump Justice Department releases thousands of Epstein documents while simultaneously warning the public that claims about Donald Trump are false, signaling political damage control -- Donald Trump unleashes late-night attacks on the press, denies basic economic facts, and retroactively spins bad data as good -- Donald Trump makes erratic and misleading claims about seizing Greenland, using robots as workers, slashing drug prices by impossible percentages, and taking foreign oil without legal authority -- Donald Trump repeatedly contradicts himself while responding to questions about Jeffrey Epstein, attacking critics and minimizing his own documented connections -- A video briefly published by the Justice Department appears to depict Jeffrey Epstein on the day of his death and is later removed without a clear explanation -- Donald Trump rebrands existing military housing funds as a taxable cash bonus, allowing him to claim credit while service members lose money compared to the original tax-free benefit -- On the : More than 50 lawmakers announce retirements, the Justice Department halts funding for sex trafficking survivors, Trump pauses offshore wind projects, and much more… 🚀 Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions at 🔬 FFRF: Get a free gift membership & 20% off merch. Text DAVID to 511511 or visit 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:11) Epstein letter implicates Trump (07:47) Trump allegedly flew on jet (17:45) DOJ releases Epstein docs (24:21) Trump attacks press, distorts economy (32:06) Trump’s bizarre policy claims (39:51) Contradictory Epstein statements from Trump (47:42) DOJ removes Epstein death video (54:12) Military housing bonus controversy /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39520650

Trump burying the Epstein files with pathetic redactions 12/22/2025

Trump burying the Epstein files with pathetic redactions -- On the Show -- Jocelyn Benson, Michigan Secretary of State, joins us to discuss her campaign for the Democratic nomination for governor -- The Trump administration releases the Epstein files under a transparency law but heavily redacts documents and removes files from the Justice Department website -- Justice Department Epstein files that include photographs of Donald Trump vanish without notice and the release shows more secrecy than before -- Infighting at a Turning Point USA event explodes publicly as JD Vance, Ben Shapiro, Tucker Carlson and others attack each other while Donald Trump stays away -- Donald Trump appears visibly unwell at rallies, glitches while claiming perfect health, and alarms even his own supporters -- CBS leadership under Bari Weiss pulls a fully vetted 60 Minutes investigation on Trump administration migrant deportations to El Salvador hours before airtime -- Trump economic adviser Kevin Hassett admits on air that Americans pay tariffs, directly contradicting years of administration claims that foreign countries foot the bill -- Lawmakers from both parties move toward contempt proceedings against Attorney General Pam Bondi for defying the Epstein Files Transparency Act and removing mandated documents -- On the : Trump appoints an envoy to Greenland who wants the US to acquire the island, Elise Stefanik ends her campaign for New York governor, Mitt Romney calls for higher taxes on the wealthy, and much more... 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:29) Epstein files released, heavily redacted (07:00) Trump photos vanish, secrecy increases (16:55) TPUSA infighting erupts publicly (30:45) Trump rallies show health glitches (37:38) CBS pulls migrant story (42:09) Jocelyn Benson Interview (59:11) Hassett admits tariffs affect Americans (1:04:36) Bondi faces possible contempt /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39507520

Is Trump’s $1776 a bonus or a bribe? 12/19/2025

Is Trump’s $1776 a bonus or a bribe? -- On the Show -- Donald Trump promotes $1,776 cash payments to service members while escalating explicit oil-driven rhetoric about Venezuela, raising concerns that patriotic rewards are being used to soften troops ahead of potential military action -- Donald Trump signs an executive order reclassifying cannabis to Schedule III, formally acknowledging medical use while stopping far short of federal legalization or criminal justice reform -- Reporting reveals Susie Wiles pushed Donald Trump into a nationally televised address meant to deflect from her Vanity Fair fallout, resulting in a rambling speech that damages both Trump and his administration -- Donald Trump appears disengaged and authoritarian as he dismisses congressional oversight and avoids accountability -- Fox News anchor John Roberts publicly dismantles Howard Lutnick’s mathematically impossible defense of Donald Trump’s exaggerated pricing claims -- Cardiologist Jonathan Reiner warns that Donald Trump’s frantic speech cadence raises serious medical and leadership concerns for a sitting commander in chief -- Trump administration officials delay credit for economic outcomes by pushing promised gains into 2026 while deflecting questions about present-day performance -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the : The Epstein files were supposed to be released today, the Brown University shooting suspect was found dead, MAGA infighting spills into the Turning Point USA conference, and much more… 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 55% OFF at 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 20% OFF sitewide at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:27) Trump cash payments, oil war (08:37) Cannabis rescheduled, no reform (17:20) Susie Wiles media damage (22:06) Trump rejects oversight (28:19) Fox News math takedown (34:16) Trump speech raises health concerns (42:05) Economic gains pushed to 2026 (49:12) Friday Feedback /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39475540

Trump throws away his presidency and MAGAs cheer 12/18/2025

Trump throws away his presidency and MAGAs cheer -- On the Show -- Donald Trump openly says the United States wants Venezuela’s oil, raising questions about war motives, regime change, and public support while contradicting his antiwar image -- Donald Trump falsely claims tariffs generated 18 trillion dollars, a mathematically impossible figure that exposes either deliberate lying or deep confusion -- Donald Trump delivers a chaotic national address filled with xenophobic rhetoric, false claims, and unfunded promises that undercuts Republican prospects -- Donald Trump repeatedly lies about inflation, drug prices, Social Security taxes, and investment totals, relying on basic math errors and misleading talking points -- Dan Bongino resigns as deputy FBI director after months of turmoil, signaling early dysfunction inside Donald Trump’s second administration -- Kayleigh McEnany misuses selective polling averages to falsely portray Donald Trump as historically popular while ignoring high disapproval -- Donald Trump demolished part of the White House for a ballroom project with no feasible plan, soaring costs, and unanswered donor questions -- Conservative media figures praise Donald Trump’s chaotic speech by rewriting reality, revealing how loyalty overrides obvious facts and public perception -- On the : Kash Patel and his girlfriend appear on the Katie Miller podcast, the House GOP passes a health care plan without extended ACA subsidies, a retired cop sues after getting jailed over a Charlie Kirk meme, and much more... 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at 💪 AG1 is offering you $126 in FREE gifts at -- Become a Member: passes -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:43) Venezuela oil motives (09:17) Tariff math absurdity (16:24) Chaotic national address (26:19) Lies on economy (34:42) Bongino resigns (42:19) McEnany polling spin (50:40) White House project fiasco (56:18) Media rewrites reality /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39458680

Trump confidant caught spilling the beans 12/17/2025

Trump confidant caught spilling the beans -- On the Show -- Sarah Matthews, former Trump White House Deputy Press Secretary, joins us in a Substack Live to discuss Donald Trump's health cover-ups, the Susie Wiles Vanity Fair controversy, and the challenges of working in his press office -- White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles describes Donald Trump as impulsive, dismissive of details, tolerant of Elon Musk’s drug use, and prone to behavior she admits caused harm -- Karoline Leavitt deflects questions about Susie Wiles by attacking reporters instead of disputing facts, revealing the administration cannot credibly contradict its own insider’s statements -- Karoline Leavitt repeats demonstrably false claims about jobs data and Trump’s record while insisting context excuses objectively incorrect statements -- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth admits the Pentagon will not release footage of the second strike’s aftermath on a suspected Venezuelan drug boat, withholding evidence that could clarify whether U.S. forces committed a prohibited double tap -- Donald Trump’s inability to respond appropriately to Robert Reiner's tragic death, contrasted with his past behavior, signals possible cognitive decline -- Rep. Don Bacon, Republican from Nebraska, publicly criticizes Donald Trump’s Rob Reiner post as ugly and beneath the presidency, signaling growing concern inside the GOP -- Jessica Tarlov cites labor data showing weak job growth, rising unemployment, and elevated youth joblessness, collapsing Fox News claims of a strong Trump economy -- On the : 30% of Republicans support bombing the city from Aladdin, Elon Musk nears a $1 trillion net worth, Candace Owens’s audience begins turning on her after meeting with Erika Kirk, and much more… 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at 🔬 FFRF: Get a free gift membership & 20% off merch. Text DAVID to 511511 or visit 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:46) Susie Wiles exposes Trump (08:29) Leavitt attacks reporters (15:15) Leavitt spreads jobs falsehoods (22:25) Pentagon withholds strike footage (26:42) Trump Rob Reiner reaction (33:18) Sarah Matthews interview (1:02:47) GOP criticism emerges (1:08:10) Fox economy myths collapse /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39444415

The economic collapse that is dragging Trump 12/16/2025

The economic collapse that is dragging Trump -- On the Show -- Donald Trump highlights November job gains while burying October losses as unemployment rises to its highest level in more than four years -- Donald Trump prepares to remove FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino after their leadership failures create political embarrassment -- Donald Trump mocks filmmaker Rob Reiner after his violent death by blaming criticism of Trump rather than behaving like a president -- Donald Trump defends his remarks about Rob Reiner, shifts blame for mass violence, and contradicts himself on policy -- Republican officials publicly rebuke Donald Trump for mocking Rob Reiner, signaling a weakening hold over his own party -- Donald Trump faces demands to disclose medical and financial records after suing the Pulitzer Prize Board and triggering legal discovery -- Trump advisers reveal basic economic ignorance as Kevin Hassett struggles to explain why 25 percent GDP growth is impossible -- Dr. Mike dismantles Daniel Amen’s brain scan claims by explaining why SPECT imaging cannot diagnose cognition or justify supplement sales -- On the : Trump declares fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction, Trump sues the BBC for $10 billion over an edited January 6 speech, Erika Kirk meets with Candace Owens amid conspiracy claims, and much more... 🍷 Naked Wines: Use code PAKMAN to get 6 bottles for $39.99 at 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:47) Trump job numbers spin (09:24) FBI leadership shakeup (19:03) Trump mocks Rob Reiner (26:51) Trump defends Reiner remarks (34:27) Republicans rebuke Trump (39:53) Trump records disclosure pressure (46:23) Advisers expose economic ignorance (53:23) Dr. Mike debunks brain scans /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39429545

12/15/25: A dark weekend as reality collides with denial 12/15/2025

12/15/25: A dark weekend as reality collides with denial -- On the Show -- A weekend of mass violence spans a Brown University shooting, an antisemitic terror attack in Sydney, and the killing of Rob Reiner and Michele Reiner -- Sloppy circulation of misleading Jeffrey Epstein related images weakens real accountability by allowing Donald Trump and allies to dismiss verified evidence -- The Federal Reserve unanimously reappoints regional bank presidents early to protect institutional independence and blunt Donald Trump’s influence over interest rates -- New NBC News polling shows Republican identification with MAGA slipping as economic frustration drives quiet disengagement ahead of the 2026 midterms -- Kevin Hassett reveals Donald Trump is shielded from bad economic data, leaving him detached from voter reality and worsening Republican electoral losses -- Donald Trump delivers a rambling Christmas event speech filled with delusions, distractions, and broken promises that leaves the audience visibly uncomfortable -- Donald Trump repeatedly falling asleep during official meetings raises unavoidable questions about stamina and fitness for future office -- Erika Kirk refuses to condemn Donald Trump’s violent rhetoric during a heavily promoted town hall that collapses into incoherence and low viewership -- On the : Australia moves to strengthen gun laws after the Bondi Beach shooting, The Washington Post launches an AI-personalized podcast, a JetBlue flight narrowly avoids a collision with a US military aircraft near Venezuela, and much more... 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (02:02) Weekend of mass violence (09:03) Misleading Epstein images circulate (17:56) Fed protects independence (23:28) GOP support slipping (29:56) Trump shielded from economic reality (37:21) Trump’s rambling Christmas speech (46:40) Trump falling asleep in meetings (52:27) Erika Kirk avoids condemning rhetoric /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39414830

12/12/25: Crowds vanishing and prices rising as Trump has terrible week 12/12/2025

12/11/25: Tanker seized by antiwar president as jobs problem grows 12/11/2025

12/11/25: Tanker seized by antiwar president as jobs problem grows -- On the Show -- Donald Trump orders a military-style seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker in international waters while offering no credible legal basis for the action -- Jerome Powell warns that job losses are mounting and inflation is rising due to Donald Trump’s tariffs and reduced economic data -- A major measles outbreak worsens in South Carolina as anti-vaccine sentiment fueled by Donald Trump’s administration drives down immunization rates -- Donald Trump delivers confused remarks at a public event, invents achievements, and shows little understanding of the policies being discussed -- Donald Trump promotes a million dollar “Gold Card” that he claims grants a direct path to citizenship while ICE targets lawful immigrants following the rules -- Donald Trump visibly shows yellowing skin, bruises, swelling, and repeated bandaging as the White House refuses to explain his declining physical condition -- Donald Trump turns the White House East Wing into an unusable construction pit after firing the lead architect and demanding an unrealistic ninety thousand square foot ballroom -- Donald Trump strengthens his control over government institutions while losing popularity by making elections and public opinion less relevant -- On the : A bidding war is underway over Warner Bros, the Senate will vote on two healthcare proposals, Trump wants tourists to disclose five years of social media activity, and much more… 🛍️ Shopify: Sign up for $1/month trial and start selling today at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:53) Trump seizes Venezuelan oil tanker (09:42) Powell warns on jobs and inflation (19:07) Measles outbreak worsens in South Carolina (25:26) Trump gives confused public remarks (36:30) Promotes million-dollar “Gold Card” (43:24) Trump’s health visibly deteriorates (50:09) East Wing construction chaos (55:45) Consolidates control over government /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39372455

12/10/25: Trump melts down as Dems win big 12/10/2025

12/10/25: Trump melts down as Dems win big -- On the Show -- Ramesh Ponnuru, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and a longtime writer and editor at National Review, joins us to discuss Trump's takeover of the Republican Party and the future of the conservative movement -- Eileen Higgins wins the Miami mayoral race by nineteen points as Democrats gain ground in multiple statewide and local contests -- Donald Trump claims prices are falling, makes false economic statements, targets elected officials, and tells supporters they should have fewer basic items -- Donald Trump insists the economy deserves an A plus, repeats false claims about the 2020 election, contradicts himself on foreign policy, and attacks reporters when challenged -- Donald Trump posts a long late-night rant declaring himself the hardest-working president, denies cognitive decline, and suggests criticism of his health is treasonous -- Donald Trump comments on Karoline Leavitt’s appearance during a rally while glitching in other moments and rambling about unrelated topics -- Jessica Tarlov confronts Fox hosts about Republicans halting economic reports as she argues Trump caused rising costs while Biden left office with three percent inflation -- On the : Instacart is using AI-enabled pricing, Australia's youth social media ban takes effect, a House panel ends the Trump boat strike probe, and much more... 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 55% OFF at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:38) Eileen Higgins wins Miami (07:29) Trump false economic claims (22:16) Trump praises economy, lies (30:59) Trump late-night rant (37:03) Ramesh Ponnuru interview (59:09) Trump on Karoline Leavitt (1:04:02) Tarlov on economic reports /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39358990

12/9/25: Data blackout as MAGA civil war explodes 12/09/2025

12/9/25: Data blackout as MAGA civil war explodes -- On the Show -- Senator Mark Kelly, Democrat from Arizona, joins us to discuss the video he put out with fellow lawmakers reminding troops to ignore unlawful orders, which prompted threats from Donald Trump and his supporters -- Donald Trump cancels major economic reports during a shutdown, creating a nationwide data blackout that hides worsening economic conditions -- Lawmakers promote a bizarre airport pull-up station while Robert F Kennedy Jr makes extreme and false claims -- Donald Trump lashes out at Marjorie Taylor Greene on Truth Social after she publicly mocks him and contradicts his narrative -- Donald Trump rambles through policy questions, attacks reporters, and contradicts himself about releasing evidence -- Donald Trump announces a multibillion-dollar farm bailout to offset damage from his own trade war while showing little understanding of the policy he promotes -- Karoline Leavitt repeats false talking points about tariffs, soybeans, and inflation during a string of interviews -- Nick Fuentes embraces Holocaust jokes and praises Adolf Hitler in a chaotic interview that exposes his extremist worldview and personal insecurities -- On the : A Democrat has a shot in Miami’s mayoral election today, Jasmine Crockett launches a Senate run in Texas, the ICEBlock maker sues Trump after Apple removed the app, and much more… 📜 Trust & Will: Save 10% on your estate planning at 🥣 Graza olive oil: Get 10% off with code DAVIDP at ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:56) Trump cancels key economic reports (08:57) Airport pull-up stunt criticized (16:02) Trump attacks Greene on Truth Social (23:39) Trump confused in press questions (31:41) Multibillion-dollar farm bailout (40:32) Mark Kelly interview (57:26) Karoline Levitt spreads false claims (1:06:17) Nick Fuentes Piers Morgan interview /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39343845

12/8/25: Pipe bomber, pardons, and a President in decline 12/08/2025

12/8/25: Pipe bomber, pardons, and a President in decline -- On the Show -- Brian Cole is revealed as the suspected 2021 DNC and RNC pipe bomber who believed Donald Trump won the 2020 election -- Donald Trump repeatedly appears with a swollen and bandaged right hand while mainstream media downplays the injury despite earlier aggressive scrutiny of Joe Biden’s health -- ProPublica reports that Donald Trump declared two Florida houses as primary residences despite never living in them, matching the same mortgage fraud accusations he falsely leveled at political opponents -- Speculation grows about Donald Trump’s health after photos show large hand bandages and the White House offers only vague medical disclosures -- Senator Tom Cotton struggles to answer CNN's John Berman’s straightforward question about whether police can legally kill drug suspects on a lake -- Donald Trump openly says he will be involved in deciding whether Netflix can buy Warner Bros, highlighting his political interference in antitrust decisions -- Donald Trump displays bizarre physical behavior on stage while ranking the Supreme Court and Senate like fantasy football players -- Marjorie Taylor Greene says in a 60 Minutes interview that some Republicans privately mock Donald Trump and that she is distancing herself from the MAGA label -- Donald Trump posts on Truth Social describing his pardon of Henry Cuellar in terms that frame the pardon as tied to expectations of personal loyalty -- On the : Supreme Court to weigh in on Trump's ability to fire people, Supreme Court to hear a case on birthright citizenship, Trump given a bogus peace prize at a World Cup event, and much more... 💡 Outskill: Grab your free seat to the 2-Day AI Mastermind at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:43) Suspected DNC/RNC pipe bomber (08:21) Trump’s hand injury ignored (18:00) Trump’s Florida homes controversy (23:29) Questions about Trump’s health (27:53) Cotton struggles on police question (36:43) Trump on Netflix-Warner Bros deal (42:48) Trump’s strange on-stage behavior (51:11) Greene distances from MAGA (1:00:16) Trump frames Cuellar pardon /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39326805

12/5/25: Presidency coming apart as economy becomes a nightmare 12/05/2025

12/5/25: Presidency coming apart as economy becomes a nightmare -- On the Show: -- Kevin Hassett predicts unrealistic economic growth and praises AI as a workplace coach while Maria Bartiromo tees up claims of booming expansion -- Layoffs rise to their highest level since 2020 as Trump administration policies collide with AI disruption and tariff-driven cost increases -- Dan Bongino admits on Fox News that he previously pushed baseless pipe bomb conspiracies while the FBI arrests Brian Cole Jr in the 2021 case -- Donald Trump appears to fall asleep during official events as questions mount about his physical condition and lack of sleep amid nightly posting frenzies -- Trump reacts angrily to widespread reporting on his mental lapses and public dozing as he refuses to release full medical records that could settle the issue -- Trump’s demolition of the East Wing stalls after he fires his own architect over a ballooning ballroom plan that leaves the project over budget and directionless -- Donald Trump fumbles the National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony with multiple missteps and visible confusion as staff rush to compensate for his mistakes -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the : The Supreme Court revives Texas's new redistricting map, Kash Patel refused to get off a plane until he got an FBI raid jacket, the US Institute of Peace gets renamed for Trump, and much more... 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:43) Hassett predicts AI-driven growth (09:02) Layoffs hit highest since 2020 (15:39) Bongino admits past conspiracies (24:36) Trump appears to fall asleep (30:44) Trump reacts to dozing coverage (37:29) East Wing demolition stalls (42:43) Trump fumbles Christmas tree lighting (50:06) Friday Feedback segment /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39294450

12/4/25: Another jobs fiasco as 2028 secret plan exposed 12/04/2025

12/4/25: Another jobs fiasco as 2028 secret plan exposed -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump presides over a reported loss of 32,000 private sector jobs as Fox Business downplays the ADP data while small businesses show stress tied to tariffs -- Economists explain that higher wages, stronger services, and denser job markets drive higher prices in Democratic states, while lower costs in Republican states track weaker growth and fewer public investments -- Gallup reports Donald Trump at 36 percent approval with historic lows among independents and Republicans as policy issue ratings also weaken -- Steve Bannon openly claims Donald Trump will seek a third term and frames it as a planned strategy that challenges constitutional limits -- Labor data show losses across manufacturing, transportation, and warehousing as economists cite tariffs, immigration limits, and weak investment for accelerating blue-collar job declines -- Conservative media elevates political loyalty over independence by branding Pete Hegseth, JD Vance, and Stephen Miller as masculine icons -- Kayleigh McEnany misleads on inflation by claiming Donald Trump cut rates from nine percent to three percent while the data show the decline happened under Joe Biden -- Costco sues Donald Trump for tariff refunds as multiple corporations join the challenge and the Supreme Court weighs the legality of billions in trade penalties -- On the : Jamie Raskin launches an investigation into Trump's 60 Minutes interview, video resurfaces of Pete Hegseth telling the troops not to follow illegal orders, and much more... 🔬 FFRF: Get a free gift membership & 20% off merch. Text DAVID to 511511 or visit 🍷 Naked Wines: Use code PAKMAN to get 6 bottles for $39.99 at 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:40) Trump presides over 32,000 job loss (08:56) Red vs blue state costs explained (18:09) Trump approval hits historic lows (24:47) Bannon floats Trump third term (33:09) Blue-collar job declines accelerate (42:35) MAGA alpha male culture exposed (51:05) McEnany misleads on inflation (57:28) Costco sues Trump over tariffs /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39278090

12/3/25: GOP failure in TN as Trump sleeps through the whole thing 12/03/2025

12/3/25: GOP failure in TN as Trump sleeps through the whole thing -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump and MAGA suffer a massive warning sign after a Tennessee special election shows a stunning collapse in Republican support -- Doctors openly question the White House explanation for Donald Trump’s unexpected MRI and spark new health concerns -- Donald Trump embarrasses himself at a cabinet meeting by dozing off and unleashing a string of false and incoherent claims -- Trump’s cabinet members compete to praise him on camera in a spectacle that feels more like a loyalty contest than governing -- Donald Trump appears with fresh bandages as new questions erupt about unexplained bruising and medical secrecy -- Donald Trump struggles to speak clearly as public confusion grows over his ability to finish basic thoughts -- Fox News hosts and guests meltdown on air as they rush to defend Donald Trump from growing health scrutiny -- David explains what really happened behind the scenes when CNN invited him on 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 55% OFF at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at -- On the : Costco sues the Trump administration over tariffs, Indiana Republicans unveil a new congressional map, ChatGPT's leadership is in panic mode over the rise of Google's Gemini, and much more... -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (02:10) Republican support collapses in TN (08:13) Doctors question Trump’s MRI (17:51) Trump dozes off at meeting (30:41) Cabinet loyalty contest on display (41:24) New questions over Trump bruising (46:23) Trump struggles to speak clearly (55:54) Fox News panics over Trump (1:02:15) Behind the scenes on CNN /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39257155

12/2/25: Panic in Tennessee election as Trump spends night posting 12/02/2025

12/2/25: Panic in Tennessee election as Trump spends night posting -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump scrambles as a deep red Tennessee congressional district suddenly becomes competitive on election day -- Whie House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirms a second military strike on survivors and attempts to justify it as a lawful action -- Karoline Leavitt struggles publicly as reporters confront her with contradictions and misstatements -- Karoline Leavitt attempts to dismiss concerns about Donald Trump’s health while offering confusing medical explanations -- Donald Trump floods Truth Social with attacks, conspiracy claims, and reposts in a late-night social media spiral -- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem reveals that extreme immigration vetting was never fully implemented under Donald Trump -- Megyn Kelly openly calls for suffering and death against suspects in an alleged military incident -- Kristi Noem advocates for an extreme travel ban that would cripple the nation -- On the : Kevin Hassett is the favorite to be the next Fed chair, Quebec to ban prayer in public places, the DOJ is preparing to charge James Comey again, and much more... 💡 Outskill: Grab your free seat to the 2-Day AI Mastermind at FFRF: Get a free gift membership & 20% off merch. Text DAVID to 511511 or visit ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at 💪 AG1 is offering you a FREE $76 GIFT when you sign up at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:44) Trump struggles in red Tennessee (08:31) Leavitt confirms second military strike (21:11) Leavitt faces tough questioning (27:50) Leavitt gives confusing health explanation (37:04) Trump floods Truth Social late (42:49) Noem admits vetting incomplete (49:12) Megyn Kelly calls for suffering (57:12) Noem pushes extreme travel ban /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39240285

12/1/25: War crimes begin as demands for Trump’s MRI explode 12/01/2025

12/1/25: War crimes begin as demands for Trump’s MRI explode -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump faces bipartisan scrutiny after reports say the Pentagon ordered follow up strikes on survivors during Caribbean drug operations -- The Trump administration approved an Afghan national’s asylum shortly before the Thanksgiving shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., and then blamed Joe Biden -- Donald Trump erupts into insults, conspiracies, and incoherent claims as mental health experts warn of visible cognitive decline -- New photos and frantic defenses from allies deepen concern that Donald Trump appears physically and cognitively unwell -- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and medical experts demand transparency after Donald Trump admits to getting an MRI but cannot explain why or what was examined -- Donald Trump contradicts himself on war orders, invents economic numbers, and dodges drug crime questions in multiple press exchanges -- Donald Trump threatens denaturalization despite constitutional barriers that make stripping citizenship nearly impossible -- Trump Media stock and Trump branded crypto collapse as loyal investors suffer massive losses -- On the : Black Friday shopping is up this year despite economic uncertainty, Alina Habba gets disqualified from serving as U.S. attorney, AI could be the solution to the two-party system, and much more… 🥣 Graza olive oil: Get 10% off with code DAVIDP at ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at 🐟 Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 OFF at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:35) Trump faces bipartisan scrutiny (10:31) Afghan asylum controversy (21:13) Trump erupts with conspiracies (29:41) Allies raise health concerns (35:30) MRI transparency demanded (42:51) Trump contradicts himself (50:45) Threatens denaturalization (57:35) Trump Media, crypto collapse /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39225450

11/26/25: Leaked call exposes Trump as approval craters, Republicans raise alarm 11/26/2025

11/26/25: Leaked call exposes Trump as approval craters, Republicans raise alarm -- On the Show: -- A leaked call shows Steve Witkoff coaching Russian officials on flattering Donald Trump to extract concessions for Vladimir Putin -- Donald Trump publicly misreads manipulation by Russia, mishandles policy questions, and doubles down on weak answers about trade, healthcare, and prosecutions -- FBI Director Kash Patel faces removal after reports of misuse of government resources, internal backlash, and plans to replace him with Co-Deputy Director Andrew Bailey -- New polling shows Donald Trump underwater in states he carried in 2024 with sharp drops among independents despite strong Republican base support -- Turning Point USA signals early support for JD Vance in 2028 as allies argue the movement needs a post-Trump successor -- Donald Trump keeps a reduced schedule, starts late, hides medical details, and shows visible fatigue -- Donald Trump delivers false claims, verbal stumbles, and erratic remarks in public appearances during a Thanksgiving event -- Kevin Hassett defends cheaper Thanksgiving pricing even though food prices are higher and Walmart replaced items in its meal with fewer, generic products -- Fox News reframes missed Trump's $2 gas promises as subjective while prices hover above three dollars -- Fox News host Laura Ingraham warns of looming midterm losses as historical data ties low presidential approval to major seat losses -- On the : A congressional race in Tennessee is neck-and-neck, national parks will raise fees for international tourists, a Campbell Soup executive called its products food for "poor people," and much more... 📄 UPDF: Get 50% OFF the world’s best AI PDF editor and converter at ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $45 off Carver Mat frames at 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:59) Witkoff coaches Russia (09:19) Trump misreads Russia (17:20) FBI leadership shakeup (24:46) Trump underwater in polls (31:56) TPUSA backs Vance (39:04) Trump reduced schedule (45:33) Trump Thanksgiving missteps (50:35) Hassett defends prices (55:58) Fox reframes gas promises (1:01:20) Ingraham warns midterms /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39183880

11/25/25: Job losses crack as Trump needs 2 more weeks on healthcare 11/25/2025

11/25/25: Job losses crack as Trump needs 2 more weeks on healthcare -- On the Show: -- Marc Elias, a top Democratic election lawyer, joins us to discuss his arguments before the Supreme Court on December 9 in defense of federal limits on coordinated spending between parties and candidates -- The Trump administration faces escalating private sector job losses as ADP reports companies are losing about 13,500 jobs per week while the White House hides official economic data -- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy urges passengers to follow etiquette rules on planes while highlighting the need for fully staffed, competent air traffic control -- A federal judge dismisses Trump’s criminal cases against James Comey and Letitia James because Lindsey Halligan, the prosecutor Trump appointed, was not legally authorized -- Attorney General Pam Bondi promises legal action and appeals for Trump’s dismissed cases even though a judge ruled every part of the cases invalid due to improper prosecutorial authority -- The White House postpones the unveiling of Trump’s new health care proposal while ACA subsidies are likely to continue for at least two more years -- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advises people to move from blue states to red states to slightly reduce inflation while ignoring the larger income and health disparities -- Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defends Trump’s H1-B policies, healthcare focus, and confidence in Lindsey Halligan despite contradictions with his own statements -- Karoline Leavitt insists that all presidential orders are lawful even as Trump repeatedly attempts to push the military into illegal actions and the UCMJ requires disobedience of unlawful orders -- On the : Texas men indicted over plot to overtake Haitian island, the Pentagon to cut ties with the Boy Scouts, the Trump phone is nowhere to be seen, and much more... 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 55% OFF at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $30 OFF & free shipping at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:46) Job losses rise sharply (08:34) Airline etiquette guidance (15:34) Comey and James cases dismissed (21:56) Bondi promises appeals (26:22) Health care plan delayed (32:26) Move blue to red states (37:22) Marc Elias Interview (52:44) Karoline Leavitt press struggles (1:00:38) Presidential orders always lawful /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39170255

11/24/25: MAGA civil war explodes as economic cracks widen 11/24/2025

11/24/25: MAGA civil war explodes as economic cracks widen -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump repeatedly praises New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani during a meeting with him at the White House and appears unusually deferential -- Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announces her 2026 resignation over frustrations with the Republican Party and Donald Trump publicly mocks her -- Donald Trump shuts down DOGE, his signature waste cutting agency, after it becomes a source of waste and officials pretend it never existed -- Donald Trump posts a series of frantic late-night messages attacking allies and inventing achievements on Truth Social -- A clinical psychologist warns that Donald Trump shows clear dementia symptoms as footage surfaces of him walking unsteadily -- Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins defends Trump’s failing farm policies while repeatedly contradicting herself under basic questioning -- Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins struggles to explain inflation data and makes claims that conflict with publicly available economic facts -- Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick pushes Trump’s tariff message while offering talking points that conflict with basic economic reality -- Elon Musk releases an accountability feature on X that reveals many major pro-Trump accounts are operated from overseas -- On the : Trump is set to propose a plan on ACA subsidies, Eric Swalwell announces he is running for governor of California, Democrats consider ranked choice voting for the primaries, and much more... 🍽️ CookUnity: Get Free Premium Meals for Life at 💵 Sponsored by Ridge Wallet: Use code PAKMAN for 10% off at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $30 OFF & free shipping at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:56) Trump praises NYC mayor (12:14) Greene resigns, mocked by Trump (22:17) Trump shuts down DOGE (27:49) Trump rants on Truth Social (33:39) Psychologist flags dementia signs (41:45) Rollins defends failing farm policies (50:15) Rollins misrepresents inflation data (56:00) Lutnick pushes conflicting tariffs (1:07:14) Musk exposes pro-Trump overseas accounts /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39153985

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11/21/25: Middle class collapsing as Trump threatens everyone 11/21/2025

11/21/25: Middle class collapsing as Trump threatens everyone -- On the Show: -- David shares a story about his recent medical procedure -- Nearly five years of rising prices leave middle-income families struggling while Donald Trump denies the crisis and his tariffs and policies worsen affordability for millions -- Gavin Newsom secures California’s extra House seats by removing the Prop 50 trigger, outmaneuvering Texas Republicans who are now tied up in court -- Donald Trump prepares a revenge campaign after losing the fight to block the Epstein files, targeting Democrats while pretending he supported transparency -- Donald Trump calls Democrats traitors deserving execution for telling troops to refuse illegal orders while his allies excuse or minimize the threats -- Karoline Leavitt defends Donald Trump calling a reporter “piggy,” dodging questions about extremist symbols, and insisting every presidential order is lawful -- A White House official who previously represented Andrew Tate pressured DHS to return seized devices to Tate during a trafficking investigation -- Donald Trump plans to sell F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia while the Trump Organization pursues a major business deal in a Saudi megaproject overseen by Mohammed bin Salman -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the : A Fox poll finds Americans think Trump's economy is worse than Biden's, Benny Johnson says every personal problem is because of undocumented immigration, and much more... 📄 UPDF: Get 50% OFF the world’s best AI PDF editor and converter at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $30 OFF & free shipping at ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:58) David colonoscopy story (09:22) Middle class affordability crisis (15:04) Newsom secures CA House seats (22:12) Trump revenge campaign plans (27:30) Trump calls Democrats traitors (34:50) Leavitt defends Trump remarks (42:16) Tate device pressure story (48:26) Trump-Saudi business deal (55:58) Friday Feedback segment /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39127770

11/20/25: They found a way to hide the files anyway as Trump flips out 11/20/2025

11/20/25: They found a way to hide the files anyway as Trump flips out -- On the Show: -- Attorney General Pam Bondi refuses to answer questions on what the next steps for releasing the Epstein files will be, leaving the process uncertain -- Trump is losing control over Republicans as his efforts to stop the release of Epstein files fail and MAGA lawmakers ignore his pleas -- A PBS/NPR/Marist poll shows Democrats leading Republicans by 14 points with independents strongly favoring Democrats -- Rep. James Comer admits that if an Epstein list does not exist, Congress may need to construct one to investigate potential law violations -- HUD Secretary Scott Turner falsely claims undocumented immigrants can get mortgages while ignoring that federal law requires legal identification and residency for mortgages -- Trump consistently reacts with anger, insults, and intimidation when challenged by female reporters, reflecting insecurity and childhood influence -- Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly criticizes Trump for fighting the release of Epstein files, arguing he is tearing apart the MAGA movement -- Trump makes exaggerated and incoherent claims about Jerome Powell, jobs, inflation, and Walmart Thanksgiving meals while speaking to the public -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt calls the Epstein story a "classic Washington hoax" and gives awkward responses to personal questions -- On the : Zohran Mamdani to meet with Trump at the White House, the DOJ is directed to sue states that pass AI regulations, the FHFA is considering three new mortgage options, and much more... 🤢 Reliefband’s Black Friday Sale: Get up to 30% OFF at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $30 OFF & free shipping at ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:52) Bondi avoids Epstein file questions (08:41) Trump losing GOP control (14:25) Democrats lead in poll (22:49) Comer on creating Epstein list (28:48) HUD claims on mortgages false (36:49) Trump lashes out at reporters (43:33) Greene criticizes Trump publicly (49:58) Trump makes incoherent claims (58:24) Leavitt calls story a hoax /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39112430

11/19/25: Trump loses Epstein vote as files will be released, GOP terrified 11/19/2025

11/19/25: Trump loses Epstein vote as files will be released, GOP terrified -- On the Show: -- Arick Fudali, civil rights attorney who currently represents 11 Epstein survivors, joins us to discuss the potential release of the Epstein files -- The House votes overwhelmingly to release the Epstein files while Donald Trump faces backlash over Republicans reversing themselves under pressure and Rep. Clay Higgins stands alone as the only GOP no vote -- Republicans vote to release the Epstein files while preparing tactics to limit, distort, or weaponize the disclosure to protect Donald Trump and shift blame -- Donald Trump gives Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman an extravagant White House welcome that includes a military flyover and personal praise -- A federal court blocks Texas’ new congressional map as unconstitutional, destroying Republicans’ plan to add several safe seats and undermining Donald Trump’s political strategy -- Donald Trump lashes out at reporters asking about the Epstein files and defends Mohammed bin Salman regarding the killing of Jamal Khashoggi -- Mike Johnson struggles to explain Republican reversals on the Epstein files as Donald Trump pressures the party and conservative media figures attack Johnson for delays -- South Dakota farmers criticize Donald Trump for harming their livelihoods through trade policies and foreign beef decisions that benefit wealthy interests over agricultural communities -- On the : Democrats have their biggest polling advantage in 8 years, a federal judge blocks Texas from using its new gerrymandered congressional map, Larry Summers resigns from the OpenAI board over Epstein ties, and much more... 🥣 Graza olive oil: Get 10% off with code DAVIDP at 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at 💪 AG1 is offering you a FREE $76 GIFT when you sign up at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $30 OFF & free shipping at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (01:56) House backs Epstein release (08:56) GOP shields Trump on files (19:20) Trump’s lavish MBS welcome (25:11) Court blocks Texas map (34:45) Trump defends MBS, evades (42:26) Johnson struggles under pressure (1:00:38) Epstein attorney joins (1:05:42) Farmers blast Trump policies /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39099510

11/18/25: Epstein files panic as Trump’s worst fear hits 11/18/2025

11/18/25: Epstein files panic as Trump’s worst fear hits -- On the Show: -- Laura Field, a writer and political theorist who is an expert on American far-right populist intellectualism, joins us to discuss her new book, "Furious Minds: The Making of the MAGA New Right" -- Representatives Thomas Massie, Ro Khanna, and Marjorie Taylor Greene hold a press conference with Jeffrey Epstein's victims to push for the "Epstein Files Transparency Act" requiring the full release of the files -- Reports from Bloomberg and a hidden camera recording suggest the FBI and Department of Justice are redacting or scrubbing Donald Trump's name from the Epstein files -- Donald Trump admits to shouting at people, claiming they were "stupid" for trying to renegotiate a trade deal, and refuses to rule out sending troops into Venezuela -- Donald Trump delivers a disaster speech, claiming he does not need a rewritten speech because he is "not Biden" and makes several other questionable comments -- Following Donald Trump's online attacks labeling her a "traitor," Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene receives death threats from members of the MAGA movement -- Donald Trump calls a female reporter from Bloomberg a demeaning "piggy" on Air Force One in an attempt to silence her when she asks legitimate questions about the Epstein files -- Kevin Hassett attempts to defend Donald Trump's contradictory tariff policies by arguing tariffs caused no problem but that cutting them helps lower prices -- On the : MTG gets called out for her double standard on Trump’s bullying, Trump and his FCC target late-night host Seth Meyers, Ted Cruz is weighing a presidential bid, and much more... 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $30 OFF & free shipping at 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at -- Become a Member: -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: -- Get David's Books: -- TDPS Subreddit: -- David on Bluesky: -- David on Facebook: (00:00) Start (02:00) Epstein Act press push (10:23) DOJ accused of scrubbing (19:33) Trump rants, threatens Venezuela (25:13) Trump’s chaotic disaster speech (31:46) MTG gets MAGA death threats (38:50) Laura Field interview (57:16) Trump insults Bloomberg reporter (1:02:50) Hassett defends tariff chaos /episode/index/show/davidpakman/id/39081525

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