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The David Pakman Show

The David Pakman Show

By: David Pakman
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 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 coveredAll rights reserved. Political Science Politics & Government
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  • What happens to Trump voters when Trump is gone?

    What happens to Trump voters when Trump is gone?
    Apr 24 2026
    -- On the Show -- David questions how society should respond to Trump supporters after his term ends, weighing whether their support is a forgivable mistake -- Eric Trump appears on television promoting a $24 million Pentagon robotics contract for his company, raising concerns about corruption -- Trump's approval falls to 32% with 63% disapproval alongside declining economic confidence and pessimistic outlooks among independents -- Tim Miller confronts pastor Doug Wilson on Piers Morgan's show, accusing him of attacking minorities and challenging his religious title -- Trump economic advisor Kevin Hassett cites falling egg and beef prices as proof of progress, while gas, housing, and food costs rise -- Rep. Mike Lawler deflects questions about Trump by repeatedly referencing Obama’s Libya conflict during an exchange with Katy Tur -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Right-wing reactions to the Virginia redistricting vote, the Onion is getting closer to acquiring Alex Jones' Infowars, and much more... 📄 UPDF: Supercharge your PDF workflow! Get an extra $10 off at https://davidpakman.com/updf ✉️ StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman 💻 Sponsored by Aura: Try it free for 2 weeks! See if your data is safe at https://aura.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (01:22) The political legacy of Trump voters (07:45) Eric Trump gets a Pentagon robotics contract (15:25) Trump approval falls to 32 percent (22:00) Tim Miller confronts Doug Wilson (30:08) Trump advisor points to egg and beef prices (37:23) Republican asked about Trump's war, deflects to Obama" (43:31) Friday Feedback segment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 mins
  • White House plans media attack as press crackdown begins

    White House plans media attack as press crackdown begins
    Apr 24 2026
    -- On the Show -- Donald Trump is planning a “mic-drop confrontation” at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner where he targets media and leaves early -- The FBI opens an investigation into a New York Times reporter over standard journalism practices like contacting sources and emails -- Karoline Leavitt defends Trump on Fox News by calling him humanitarian while downplaying Iran attacks on non-U.S. ships -- Karoline Leavitt says Trump will dictate the Iran war timeline while telling reporters to trust the administration's claims -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. backs up Trump's claim that a $600 drug reduced to $10 is a 600% reduction, saying it's a different way to do the math -- Donald Trump promised to cut electricity bills in half within a year, but consumer bills show no such reduction -- Polling shows 31% of Republicans and 76% of independents disapprove of Donald Trump -- Senator Bill Cassidy checks studies cited by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in real time and finds one that contradicts his claim about vaccines -- On the Bonus Show: Congressional Republicans weigh whether to approve Trump's war, Oversight members debate a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, Devin Nunes steps down after massive Trump Media stock collapse, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $25 off Carver Mat frames at https://auraframes.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start (01:17) Trump plans media confrontation (09:12) FBI investigates reporter actions (20:41) Leavitt defends Trump on Fox (29:42) Leavitt faces questions on Iran (38:20) RFK Jr misstates percentage drop (44:29) Trump energy promise revisited (50:35) Nearly a third of Republicans disapprove of Trump (55:53) RFK Jr claims challenged live by Senator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • They just took another major loss

    They just took another major loss
    Apr 22 2026
    -- On the Show -- Tim Miller, host of The Bulwark Podcast, joins us on Substack Live to discuss right-wing divisions over Trump's war in Iran, 2028, and more… -- Virginia voters approve a redistricting plan that allows Democrats to redraw congressional maps and potentially gain multiple House seats -- FBI Director Kash Patel responds defensively to reporters' questions and denies allegations about his conduct while threatening legal action -- Karoline Leavitt defends Trump as a steady leader during the Iran war while dismissing skepticism about his record and past broken promises -- Donald Trump significantly reduces his on-camera appearances while continuing frequent online posts and phone interviews -- Donald Trump reads Bible verses in a staged setting in an attempt to rebrand himself as a more religious person -- Tucker Carlson says he regrets helping Donald Trump rise to power but does not provide specific examples or changes in behavior -- On the Bonus Show: A new ruling lets Texas require Ten Commandments displays in schools, congressional approval hits a record low, El Salvador conducts a mass trial of 490 alleged MS-13 members, and much more... 👖 Fair Harbor: Get 20% off with code DAVID at https://fairharborclothing.com/david 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 off Carver Mat frames at https://auraframes.com/pakman 🔊 Blinkist: Read a nonfiction book in just 15 minutes! Try it FREE at https://blinkist.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow (00:00) Start(01:27) Democrats gain map advantage in Virginia(08:20) Kash Patel denies misconduct claims(18:31) Leavitt defends Trump record on Iran(26:11) Trump reduces public appearances(33:39) Tim Miller Substack Live(57:29) Trump reads Bible in Oval Office(1:05:17) Carlson expresses Trump regret Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 16 mins
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