8/5/25: Trump cracks as MAGA wonders if they've been conned

-- On the Show: -- Sam Wolfson, features writer and editor at The Guardian, joins David to discuss his recent article "Don’t underestimate the Rogansphere. His mammoth ecosystem is Fox News for young people" -- President Joe Biden is reportedly considering preemptive blanket pardons for a number of Democrats who will be targeted by the incoming Trump administration -- Donald Trump melts down as yet another nomination implodes -- Megyn Kelly interviews Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, and it does not go well -- CNN's Manu Raju asks Pete Hegseth whether he will commit to "not drinking on the job" if confirmed as Secretary of Defense -- Senator Richard Blumenthal claims that a number of Republican Senators have privately told him they will not support Pete Hegseth's nomination, which if true, means the nomination cannot succeed -- Republican Florida Senator Rick Scott wants to ask questions about the allegations against Pete Hegseth, but tells CNN's Jake Tapper that Hegseth should not lift the non-disclosure agreement preventing an alleged victim from speaking -- Democratic Senator John Fetterman says he'd considering voting to confirm Ron DeSantis as Secretary of Defense on the condition that DeSantis admits that he wear shoe lifts to make him appear taller -- On the Bonus Show: South Korea's opposition parties move to impeach the president, Satanic Temple to offer religious program for elementary school students in Ohio, UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thomspon killed in targeted attack in NYC, much more... 👕 Cozy Earth: Code PAKMAN for 40% off at https://cozyearth.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🤪 Doomlings: Use code PAKMAN for 15% OFF at https://doomlings.com/pakman 😁 Zippix Toothpicks: Code PAKMAN10 saves you 10% at https://zippixtoothpicks.com 👩‍❤️‍👨 Try the Paired App FREE for 7 days and get 25% OFF at https://paired.com/pakman 💵 Sponsored by Ridge Wallet: Get up to 47% off the best holiday gift at https://ridge.com/pakman 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 OFF & free shipping at https://auraframes.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- Pakman Discord: https://davidpakman.com/discord -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave a Voicemail: (219)-2DAVIDP

5 Dec 20241h 7min

-- On the Show: -- Tucker Carlson returns to Moscow to produce more pro-Putin propaganda -- Joe Rogan explains that he got involved in the 2024 election, endorsing Donald Trump, because Tim Walz's lies bothered him -- Video of Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, trashing Donald Trump, resurfaces -- It appears that six Republican Senators are not inclined to vote to confirm Pete Hegseth to Secretary of Defense, which would effectively end his nomination -- In a panic, Pete Hegseth sends his mom onto Fox News to beg Donald Trump to stick by her son for Secretary of Defense -- A desperate Pete Hegseth will be doing a friendly Fox News interview in an attempt to save his nomination to Secretary of Defense -- Kari Lake once again blames everybody but herself for her two election losses -- In a delusional moment, Karoline Leavitt, Donald Trump's incoming Press Secretary, claims that what Trump has above other candidates is that he tells the truth -- On the Bonus Show: Trump's pick for DEA withdraws, court rules Idaho can partially enforce "abortion trafficking" law, first Democrat joins DOGE caucus, much more... 🪒 Henson Shaving: Use code DAVIDP for free shave cream at https://hensonshaving.com/davidp 🥦 Lumen lets you master your metabolism. GET 15% OFF at https://lumen.me/pakman 💪 AG1 is offering you a FREE $76 GIFT when you sign up at https://athleticgreens.com/pakman  🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 OFF & free shipping at https://auraframes.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 👍 Buy the FÜM Journey Pack and use code PAKMAN for a FREE GIFT at https://tryfum.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- Pakman Discord: https://davidpakman.com/discord -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave a Voicemail: (219)-2DAVIDP

4 Dec 20241h 3min

-- On the Show: -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer warns Donald Trump that the UK will not side with the US over the European Union after Trump suggests a choice must be made -- Geraldo Rivera gives Trump supporters a serious reality check -- A review of the recent viral Pod Save America interview with Kamala Harris' campaign staff confirms that these people should never be in charge again -- Right-wing propagandist Dinesh D'Souza issues an apology over false claims in his "2000 Mules" movie about the 2020 election -- Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth reportedly chanted "kill all Muslims" before getting kicked out of a bar -- After President Joe Biden pardons his son, Hunter Biden, Donald Trump and MAGA are wildly triggered -- A report claims a drunk Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, had to be carried out of a strip club after a fiasco -- On the Bonus Show: Biden surges arms to Ukraine fearing Trump will halt aid, gay couples rush to marry and have children before Trump inauguration, Supreme Court wrestles with FDA's attempt to curb access to flavored vapes, much more... 🍽️ CookUnity: Get 50% OFF your 1st week with code PAKMAN at https://cookunity.com/pakman 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 60% OFF at https://babbel.com/pakman 💪 AG1 is offering you a FREE $76 GIFT when you sign up at https://athleticgreens.com/pakman  🤪 Doomlings: Use code PAKMAN for 15% OFF at https://doomlings.com/pakman 👩‍🎓 The 431 Exchange: Help us reach our goal by donating at https://431exchange.org/pakman 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $35 OFF & free shipping at https://auraframes.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- Pakman Discord: https://davidpakman.com/discord -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave a Voicemail: (219)-2DAVIDP

3 Dec 20241h 4min

-- On the Show: -- Retailers warn of rising prices as a result of the forthcoming Trump tariffs -- As Donald Trump's tariffs get closer to becoming a reality, the vast majority of Americans still do not understand how tariffs work -- President Joe Biden pardons Hunter Biden, despite previously saying he would not pardon him, and this gives Trump carte blanche for any pardons he wants to do -- The authoritarian takeover planned by Trump is taking shape in his cabinet and other nominations -- Examining the myth of the self-made business genius and entrepreneur -- Kash Patel, a dangerous authoritarian conspiracy theorist, has been nominated by Donald Trump to be FBI Director -- Once again, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum humiliates Trump after Trump tries lying about their phone call -- David Weldon is Donald Trump's choice to run the CDC, and this is a bad idea a Weldon is a longtime antivaxxer -- On the Bonus Show: Trump chooses his daughter's father-in-law for key post, countries fail to reach agreement in UN plastic talks, women getting sterilized after Trump's victory, much more... 🌱 Ounce of Hope: Get 20% off with code PAKMAN at https://ounceofhope.com ⚠️ Ground News: Get 50% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free baked goods at https://wildgrain.com/pakman 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $45 OFF & free shipping at https://auraframes.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 💻 Get Private Internet Access for 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/David 👂 MDHearing: Use code PAKMAN to get a pair for just $297 at https://shopmdhearing.com/ -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- Pakman Discord: https://davidpakman.com/discord -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave a Voicemail: (219)-2DAVIDP

2 Dec 20241h 5min

THANKSGIVING WEEKEND / CLASSIC EPISODE FROM NOVEMBER 12, 2024 -- On the Show: -- President Joe Biden continues to fill judicial vacancies at a rapid pace -- Donald Trump selects Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State, who he previously called "clueless," a "lightweight," and a "choker" -- Donald Trump's selection for National Security Advisor, Mike Waltz, wanted the US in Afghanistan forever -- Donald Trump select Kristi Noem to be his Secretary of Homeland Security, a dangerous and unhinged selection -- Based on Trump's cabinet picks so far, has there ever been a more dangerous group of people? -- Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's voters who also voted for Donald Trump -- A Latino Trump voter says he assumes Trump won't actually deport "good" Latinos who are "family-oriented" -- Exploring why 2025 could be the year MAGA crumbles -- A shirtless Alex Jones rants wildly about Infowars being auctioned off tomorrow -- On the Bonus Show: The truth about Democratic turnout in 2024, Chris Wallace already leaving CNN, Sonia Sotomayor will not retire despite pressure, much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 50% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🐶 Ollie dog food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% OFF your first box of meals at https://ollie.com -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- Pakman Discord: https://davidpakman.com/discord -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave a Voicemail: (219)-2DAVIDP

29 Nov 20241h 2min

THANKSGIVING WEEKEND / CLASSIC EPISODE FROM NOVEMBER 8, 2024 -- On the Show: -- Now that their chosen candidate has won, Trump supporters are going to get what they deserve -- Senator Bernie Sanders blasts Democrats for failed, disastrous loss to Donald Trump and Republicans -- Interest in leaving the country surges among Americans after this week's election results -- California Governor Gavin Newsom calls a special session to prepare to block forthcoming Trump initiatives -- Trump, MAGA, and the right wing media ecosystem are coordinated and effective, while left wing shows have to beg Democrats to appear on their shows -- Donald Trump's possible cabinet picks leak, and they are a terrifying disaster -- Fed Chairman Jay Powell says that he will ignore Trump if Trump attempts to fire him -- Right wingers are now putting pressure on President Joe Biden to pardon Donald Trump -- This week's Friday Feedback and reactions to this week's election results -- On the Bonus Show: Trump's enemies list, world leaders get together to strategize about Trump, and much more... -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- Pakman Discord: https://davidpakman.com/discord -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave a Voicemail: (219)-2DAVIDP

28 Nov 202456min

-- On the Show: -- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum writes a brutal letter to Donald Trump responding to his tariff threats -- A new CBS/YouGov poll highlights the cognitive dissonance among Americans regarding tariffs -- Trump-friendly CNBC host Joe Kernen criticizes Trump's tariff plan -- Trump loves to brand himself as the ultimate winner, but his cabinet is full of people who have lost elections -- Part two of the deep dive into Donald Trump's contradictions over the years -- Moms of America gives Trump a "Man of the Century" award -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Kamala planning a comeback, and much more... 🌱 Ounce of Hope: Get 20% off with code PAKMAN at https://ounceofhope.com 🛌 Helix Sleep: Get 25% OFF and 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 🤪 Doomlings: Use code PAKMAN for 15% OFF at https://doomlings.com/pakman 😁 Zippix Toothpicks: Code PAKMAN10 saves you 10% at https://zippixtoothpicks.com 🐶 Ollie dog food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% OFF your first box of meals at https://ollie.com 🥦 Lumen lets you master your metabolism. GET 15% OFF at https://lumen.me/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 50% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- Pakman Discord: https://davidpakman.com/discord -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave a Voicemail: (219)-2DAVIDP

27 Nov 20241h 1min

-- On the Show: -- Special prosecutor Jack Smith files to drop all charges against Donald Trump, another instance of Trump indeed getting away with it -- What is happening to math and language skills in the United States? -- Donald Trump appears to want to hurt the economy as much as possible while Joe Biden is still president, in order to hurt Biden and set Trump up for a recovery when he takes office -- Donald Trump announces outrageous new tariffs on Mexico and Canada, in addition to China, which will have a major inflationary effect -- A mass exodus is happening from corporate news media with ratings down on MSNBC, CNN, and elsewhere -- Fox News host Laura Ingraham gets black women confused, putting up a picture of Letitia James while talking about Fani Willis -- The first installment of Trump vs Trump, a look at many of Trump's flip-flops and contradictions -- Eric Trump appears on Fox News with Maria Bartiromo and delivers another disastrous interview that should scare everyone -- On the Bonus Show: Matt Gaetz charging $500 on Cameo, Trump plans to kick trans troops out of the military, SCOTUS rejects tobacco industry challenge to anti-smoking images, much more... 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free baked goods at https://wildgrain.com/pakman 😁 Zippix Toothpicks: Code PAKMAN10 saves you 10% at https://zippixtoothpicks.com  🛏️ Eight Sleep: Get $350 OFF the Pod 4 Ultra at https://eightsleep.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 50% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🧔‍♂️ Integrated Men: Watch David’s interview with their founder at https://integratedmen.net/pakman 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $45 OFF & free shipping at https://auraframes.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- Pakman Discord: https://davidpakman.com/discord -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow -- Leave a Voicemail: (219)-2DAVIDP

26 Nov 20241h 2min