The David Pakman Show

-- On the Show: -- Jo Carducci, host of Sane(ish), joins us to discuss Trump's unraveling behavior, GOP spin on healthcare and the economy, and how voter frustration is shaping the road to 2028 -- Speculation ramps up about the 2028 presidential election as Gavin Newsom polls ahead of potential Republican contender JD Vance -- Mike Johnson discusses the Republican healthcare plan, which promises lower costs, increased access, and better quality while ignoring basic economic constraints -- Donald Trump misleads on healthcare, economic perceptions and policy while clashing with Laura Ingraham in a chaotic interview -- Trump panics over potential Supreme Court rulings on tariffs and posts alarming messages on Truth Social about national security risks -- Donald Trump criticizes Marjorie Taylor Greene and others while falsely claiming $2 gasoline and misrepresenting economic policies -- Trump advisor Kevin Hassett misrepresents grocery price trends and promotes a 50-year mortgage plan that worsens affordability -- Supporters who voted for Trump face harsh economic consequences and express frustration and disappointment -- On the Bonus Show: Trump slams unpaid air traffic control workers, Canada loses its measles elimination status, MLB players charged in gambling scheme, and much more... 🥑 MASA tortilla chips: Get 25% off with code PAKMAN at https://masachips.com/pakman 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 55% OFF at https://babbel.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 (01:48) 2028 election speculation (09:10) GOP healthcare plan spin (20:17) Trump and Ingraham chaos (30:37) Supreme Court panic posts (34:18) Trump attacks allies (41:21) Jo Carducci Substack Live (1:10:51) Misleading mortgage plan (1:17:54) Supporters face fallout

-- On the Show: -- Rep. Seth Moulton, Democrat from Massachusetts, joins us to discuss the end of the government shutdown and his campaign for US Senate -- Several Democratic senators, including Jeanne Shaheen, Maggie Hassan, and Tim Kaine, agree to end the shutdown by accepting Trump's terms in exchange for a future healthcare vote -- Donald Trump issues sweeping preemptive pardons for Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows, and others tied to the 2020 election plot, shielding his allies from accountability -- The MAGA movement splinters as Nick Fuentes' extremist followers attack establishment conservatives like Ben Shapiro and Tucker Carlson -- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says Trump allies may use uncertified air traffic controllers, raising major safety and competence concerns -- Donald Trump posts a string of incoherent Truth Social rants about tariffs, Obamacare, and imaginary $2,000 payouts -- Trump pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao after his family's crypto firm profited from a $2 billion UAE deal, drawing blatant pay-to-play accusations -- Donald Trump is loudly booed at an NFL game and gets visibly shaken as Fox simultaneously airs his misleading economic claims -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defends Trump's push to end the Senate filibuster while falsely framing Democrats as the threat to democracy -- On the Bonus Show: More focus on the Senate Democrats who voted to end the government shutdown, BBC leaders step down over an edited Trump documentary, the Supreme Court declines to revisit same-sex marriage rights, and much more... 🤢 Reliefband: Use code PAKMAN for 20% OFF and free shipping at https://reliefband.com 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 💪 AG1 is offering you a FREE $76 GIFT when you sign up at https://drinkag1.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 (01:48) Dems end shutdown with deal (12:41) Trump preemptive pardons (19:55) MAGA movement splinters (27:40) Safety concerns in aviation (30:35) Trump incoherent Truth rants (39:10) Seth Moulton interview (59:17) Why Trump pardoned Binance CEO (1:04:57) Trump booed at NFL game (1:09:15) Leavitt defends Trump

-- On the Bonus Show: The man who threw a sandwich at a border officer stands trial, Mexico's president takes legal action following a sexual assault, a judge orders the White House to provide ASL interpreters at press briefings, and much more… Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book

-- On the Show: -- A Fox News poll shows 60 percent of Americans blame Donald Trump for rising grocery prices, leaving Republicans panicked as he becomes tied to the inflation problem he once exploited -- Donald Trump, the oldest president to start a term, installs a paper sign labeled "Oval Office" to mark the room, prompting mockery online about his memory and taste -- Psychiatrist Dr. Bandy Lee warns that Donald Trump's insecurity and quest for control make him increasingly volatile, comparing his behavior to dangerous offenders she has studied -- Gavin Newsom shuts down a reporter on Meet the Press who accuses him of normalizing Trump's behavior, explaining he is mocking extremism, not amplifying it -- Donald Trump floods Truth Social with frantic all-caps rants about the filibuster, election fraud, and redistricting as his grip on power and control visibly unravels -- Donald Trump risks a constitutional crisis as he prepares to defy a Supreme Court ruling on tariffs, testing whether the nation's highest court has any real power to stop him -- Ted Cruz and Maria Bartiromo push false claims that the FBI probe "Arctic Frost" was Biden's Watergate, distracting from the Epstein files and real investigations into election interference -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Conservative reactions to Zohran Mamdani winning the NYC mayor's race, the right tears itself apart over Nick Fuentes' appearance on Tucker Carlson's show, and much more... 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at https://wildgrain.com/david ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🥄 Use code PAKMAN for $5 off Magic Spoon at https://magicspoon.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 (01:45) Trump blamed for inflation (08:45) Trump's taped Oval Office sign (11:05) Dr. Bandy Lee warns Trump (20:49) Newsom mocks Trump style (26:55) Trump panics on Truth Social (32:01) Trump may defy Supreme Court (38:10) Cruz and Bartiromo mislead (44:39) Friday Feedback

-- On the Show: -- Democrats flip some of the deepest red districts in America, including in Mississippi, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, signaling broad voter rejection of Donald Trump and MAGA extremism -- Donald Trump appears content to keep the government shut down indefinitely, benefiting from the chaos while oversight halts and essential services collapse -- The FAA faces staffing shortages and flight delays amid Trump's government shutdown, creating national travel chaos while he remains unaffected on private flights -- Layoffs surge to their highest level since 2003 as Trump's tariffs, instability, and economic mismanagement deepen the job crisis -- A visibly weakened and incoherent Donald Trump confuses South Africa with South America during a rambling Miami speech that leaves the audience silent -- Trump attacks New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani with thinly veiled threats after Mamdani criticizes him, exposing his insecurity -- Trump berates his own supporters as too stupid to see how great the economy supposedly is, alienating his base during worsening conditions -- House Speaker Mike Johnson admits Republicans fear losing power because Democratic control could expose and investigate years of Trump-era corruption -- Fox News host Jesse Watters spirals into a sexist rant blaming single women and migrants for societal problems after Mamdani's electoral win -- On the Bonus Show: The man who threw a sandwich at a border officer stands trial, Mexico's president takes legal action following a sexual assault, a judge orders the White House to provide ASL interpreters at press briefings, and much more… 🥣 Graza olive oil: Get 10% off with code DAVIDP at https://graza.co ✉️ StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.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 (02:03) Democrats flip red districts (07:51) Trump content with shutdown (15:46) FAA chaos and flight delays (22:13) Layoffs hit 2003 high (30:34) Trump confuses countries in speech (37:22) Trump attacks Mamdani (40:45) Trump berates supporters over economy (47:43) GOP fears Democratic investigations (53:43) Jesse Watters sexist rant

-- On the Show: -- Joyce Vance, former U.S. Attorney who explains law and politics on MSNBC and her Substack newsletter Civil Discourse, joins us to discuss effective political activism -- Democrats sweep major elections across multiple states as Donald Trump faces historic losses and visible backlash from his own party -- Donald Trump reacts to Republican defeats with incoherent social media posts, angry rants about mail voting, and calls to end the filibuster -- Republican commentators try to downplay Democratic victories as irrelevant while ignoring massive electoral swings in Virginia, New Jersey, and Georgia -- Democrats' sweeping wins mark the start of the 2026 midterm fight as Trump plans new voter suppression efforts to stop another blue wave -- Karoline Leavitt struggles through questions about Trump's health, controversial pardons, and false election claims, offering evasive and contradictory answers -- Donald Trump defies court orders by linking SNAP food benefits to reopening the government as the show raises funds for Feeding America in response -- Marjorie Taylor Greene's awkward appearance on The View exposes her unchanged views on QAnon, Trump, and Republican leadership -- On the Bonus Show: Democrat wins Virginia Attorney General race despite violent text scandal, Supreme Court hears arguments on Trump's tariffs, teachers get doxxed after MAGA claims their Halloween costumes mocked Charlie Kirk, and much more... 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 55% OFF at https://babbel.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.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 (02:06) Dems sweep major elections (09:10) Trump lashes out online (15:25) GOP downplays Democratic wins (24:08) Midterms preview & voter suppression (29:43) Leavitt dodges tough questions (40:45) Joyce Vance Substack Live (1:01:29) Trump links SNAP to shutdown (1:06:58) Greene's awkward View appearance

-- On the Show: -- Aaron Parnas, lawyer-turned-TikTok creator and Substack writer, joins David for a Substack Live to discuss Election Day 2025 -- Donald Trump faces a devastating political collapse as Zohran Mamdani, Abigail Spanberger, and Mikie Sherrill each surge toward major election victories that reject his agenda -- Donald Trump threatens to withhold federal funds from New York City if Zohran Mamdani wins the mayoral race, saying the city will collapse under his leadership -- Donald Trump faces outrage as millions lose food assistance under his administration's government shutdown -- CBS edits out major moments from Donald Trump's 60 Minutes interview, including remarks about his payout from the network and his pardon of a convicted billionaire -- A Justice Department official confirms that anyone other than Donald Trump would have been jailed for mishandling classified documents found at Mar-a-Lago -- Polls show a collapse in Donald Trump's support as 61% of voters say he worsened the economy and independents abandon him in record numbers -- Mainstream media finally notices Donald Trump's recurring swollen eye, sparking public questions about his health and the White House's silence -- On the Bonus Show: Dick Cheney dies at 84, Dilbert creator enlists Trump's help for cancer treatment, Nancy Pelosi plans to retire from politics, and much more... 🐟 Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 OFF at https://wildalaskan.com/pakman 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/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 (02:02) Trump political collapse surges (09:20) Trump threatens NYC funding (15:50) Millions lose food assistance (23:23) CBS edits Trump interview (28:02) DOJ: Trump gets special treatment (32:41) Aaron Parnas Substack Live (59:34) Trump support collapses in polls (1:05:36) Media notices Trump's swollen eye

-- On the Show: -- Zohran Mamdani, Democratic nominee for Mayor of New York City, joins us to discuss his free bus plan, how to make New York more affordable, how he would resist Trump as mayor, and much more... -- Trump refuses to distribute six billion dollars in emergency SNAP funds, causing 42 million Americans, including 16 million children, 8 million seniors, and 4 million people with disabilities, to lose food assistance -- Trump attends a lavish billionaire party while Americans lose food stamps, healthcare coverage, and experience ongoing economic hardship -- JD Vance faces political challenges in 2028 as reports emerge that his Hindu Indian wife Usha Vance may be a liability among MAGA voters and he encourages her to convert to Christianity -- Trump Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent admits on CNN that sectors of the US economy are in recession, contradicting Trump's claims that the economy is thriving -- Trump struggles during a 60 Minutes interview, shows confusion about foreign policy, pardons, and US economic issues, exposing gaps in knowledge and comprehension -- CBS edits Trump's 60 Minutes interview, removing parts of his answers on Ukraine and the 2020 election, highlighting the irony of Trump benefiting from the same editing he criticizes -- Barack Obama criticizes MAGA voters and Trump in Newark, NJ, highlighting scapegoating of minorities and the absurdity of Trump's claims about energy costs and crime -- Karoline Leavitt makes public statements exaggerating Trump's accomplishments and spreading false claims about trade, tariffs, and healthcare reform -- On the Bonus Show: Kash Patel alleges a Michigan Halloween terror plot, Trump's nuclear weapons testing plan won't include explosions, businesses feel the crunch of penny productions ending, and much more... 🥑 MASA tortilla chips: Get 25% off with code PAKMAN at https://masachips.com/pakman 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/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 (01:37) Trump blocks SNAP funds (07:57) Trump's billionaire party (12:02) JD Vance's political challenge (20:00) Treasury admits recession (25:41) Trump struggles on 60 Minutes (34:56) CBS edits Trump interview (42:01) Zohran Mamdani interview (54:47) Obama criticizes MAGA (1:00:41) Karoline Leavitt exaggerates Trump

-- On the Bonus Show: NBA players face federal charges in a major gambling investigation, Javier Milei wins big in Argentina's midterm elections, Trump rules out running for Vice President in 2028, and much more... Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book

-- On the Show: -- Trump allies try to distract the public from Epstein revelations by turning the FBI's 2020 election investigation into a fake scandal -- A viral clip of 92-year-old Senator Chuck Grassley unable to hear reporters sparks debate about aging politicians and fitness for office -- Vice President JD Vance defends racism and xenophobia as "reasonable," exposing the GOP's open embrace of prejudice -- Kelly Loeffler falsely claims the economy is booming under Trump, gaslighting Americans while small businesses struggle with tariffs -- Farmers who once supported Trump turn against him as tariffs and collapsing export markets devastate rural America -- Trump's new tariffs raise prices and destroy jobs, leaving his working-class base suffering from the very policies they cheered -- Many Trump supporters remain fiercely loyal despite personal harm from his policies, showing cult-like devotion rooted in identity and faith -- The Friday Feedback segment, where we react to notable emails and social media posts from the audience -- On the Bonus Show: Trump wants to end the filibuster to end the government shutdown, MAGA demands weight testing for SNAP benefits, and much more... 🥣 Graza olive oil: Get 10% off with code DAVIDP at https://graza.co 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🥄 Use code PAKMAN for $5 off Magic Spoon at https://magicspoon.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 (01:40) Trump allies distract from Epstein (07:23) Grassley struggles with reporters (12:28) JD Vance defends prejudice (18:18) Loeffler falsely claims boom (22:59) Farmers turn against Trump (29:35) Tariffs hurt working-class Americans (36:26) Supporters show cult-like loyalty (44:37) Friday Feedback

-- On the Show: -- Jonathan Karl, Chief Washington Correspondent for ABC News, joins us to discuss his new book "Retribution: Donald Trump and the Campaign That Changed America" -- Fourteen Republicans rebuke Trump's trade plan, saying his Argentina beef deal hurts U.S. ranchers and exposes GOP fractures -- Donald Trump claims he's restarting nuclear tests and mimics dictators to project false strength -- Donald Trump gushes over Chinese President Xi Jinping and spins his failed trade war as a win -- Donald Trump rambles about tariffs and deals after meeting Xi Jinping, showing confusion and fixation on flattery -- HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. admits there's no proof Tylenol causes autism, undermining his own conspiracy claims -- Fed Chair Jerome Powell blames Trump's tariffs for rising inflation and a weakening job market -- FBI Director Kash Patel used a government jet for personal trips with his girlfriend, billing taxpayers for luxury travel -- On the Bonus Show: Tucker Carlson hosts Nick Fuentes on his podcast, an AI school security system mistakes a Doritos bag for a gun, arrests made following the Louvre heist, and much more... 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 60% OFF at https://babbel.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/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 (01:45) Republicans challenge Trump's trade (08:52) Trump claims nuclear tests restart (19:10) Trump spins China soybean deal (27:02) Trump confused on Xi tariffs (34:03) Jonathan Karl interview (53:39) RFK Jr. admits no Tylenol link (1:00:45) Powell says tariffs hurt economy (1:06:31) Patel jets girlfriend with tax dollars

-- On the Show: -- Major corporations including Amazon, Microsoft, and UPS cut over 100,000 jobs as Trump's promises of growth turn into widespread layoffs -- Twenty-three states sue the Trump administration for halting SNAP food aid, accusing it of letting 42 million Americans go hungry during the shutdown -- Trump fires an entire federal agency overseeing his White House renovation after a profanity-filled outburst over his East Wing demolition plan -- Trump appears visibly disoriented while meeting the Japanese prime minister, adding to growing concerns about his cognitive health -- Trump struggles through multiple incoherent speeches abroad, confusing topics from AI to Obamacare while boasting about weak job numbers -- Trump rambles so badly during a Tokyo press conference that even Newsmax cuts away, highlighting his ongoing mental decline -- Trump's team begins blaming ranchers and farmers for rising beef prices, sparking backlash from his own rural supporters -- Fox host Maria Bartiromo spreads multiple falsehoods about Biden's policies, autopen signatures, and immigration in a single segment -- On the Bonus Show: The House Oversight Committee says Biden's autopen pardons are void, The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates again, Texas sues Tylenol makers alleging risks of autism, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.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 (02:00) Mass layoffs hit under Trump (08:26) Trump sued over SNAP cuts (16:44) Trump fires arts commission (24:42) Trump appears disoriented abroad (31:01) Trump's incoherent Asia speeches (41:21) Rambling Tokyo press conference (47:30) Trump turns on farmers (55:36) Bartiromo pushes autopen lies

-- On the Show: -- Trump’s administration refuses to use $6 billion in contingency funds to keep SNAP running, leaving 42 million Americans without food aid starting November 1 -- Analysts theorize Trump could run for a third term as president using the Supreme Court’s limits on state eligibility enforcement -- Missouri farmer Joe Maxwell criticizes Trump for tariffs, trade wars, and foreign beef deals that have hurt American farmers financially -- Trump rambles incoherently about magnets and aircraft carriers during a speech to U.S. troops, showing visible cognitive confusion as they stand silent -- Trump reveals he got an MRI not mentioned in official records, fueling questions about hidden health issues and White House transparency -- Trump demands mail-in and early voting be banned, reflecting panic over potential Democratic investigations if they win control of Congress -- A new center-left report urges Democrats to drop progressive rhetoric on culture and move to the center after losing ground with working-class voters -- Trump posts a rant blaming Biden officials for actions taken in 2020, mistakenly describing events that occurred during his own presidency -- On the Bonus Show: Trump DOJ officials will watch over the California election, weight loss drugs are bringing down the nation's obesity rate, Elon Musk launches an AI-generated alternative to Wikipedia called Grokipedia, and much more... 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🥑 MASA tortilla chips: Get 25% off with code PAKMAN at https://masachips.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 (01:56) SNAP food aid halted for millions (08:57) Theory of Trump running third term (18:05) Farmer criticizes tariffs and trade deals (24:12) Trump speech shows cognitive confusion (32:34) Undisclosed MRI raises health questions (39:49) Trump calls to ban mail-in voting (46:40) Report urges Democrats to shift center (54:43) Trump falsely blames Biden administration

-- On the Show: -- Nathan Taylor, Executive Director of Public Engagement for Election Truth Alliance, joins us to discuss discrepancies in the 2024 election and follow-up from the first interview -- Donald Trump is effectively bypassing Congress in 2025, using legalistic and bureaucratic maneuvers to consolidate power --Margaret Brennan questions Hakeem Jeffries in a way that frames election denial and gerrymandering as a bipartisan problem --Kristen Welker confronts Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent about rising food prices and tariffs, highlighting Trump's negative impacts on American farmers --Donald Trump reveals he received an MRI at Walter Reed, sparking questions about his health and medical transparency --Donald Trump discusses cognitive tests and a dementia screening while making unfounded claims about his health, third-term eligibility, and attacks on political opponents --Donald Trump posts dangerous and scientifically unsupported medical advice on Truth Social about vaccines and childhood health --U.S. Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino faces a federal judge after allegedly violating a court order, and struggles to answer questions --New data suggests historical midterm trends could severely damage Trump and Republicans -- On the Bonus Show: NBA players face federal charges in a major gambling investigation, Javier Milei wins big in Argentina's midterm elections, Trump rules out running for Vice President in 2028, and much more... 🥑 MASA tortilla chips: Get 25% off with code PAKMAN at https://masachips.com/pakman 🍷 Naked Wines: Use code PAKMAN to get 6 bottles for $39.99 at https://nakedwines.com/pakman 💪 AG1 is offering you a FREE $76 GIFT when you sign up at https://drinkag1.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 (01:53) Trump bypasses Congress (08:20) Brennan questions Jeffries (13:52) Welker grills Bessent (20:52) Trump’s mysterious MRI (26:44) Trump’s cognitive decline (33:37) Trump’s vaccine misinformation (39:55) Nathan Taylor Interview (1:08:08) Border Patrol court drama (1:14:28) Midterm polling trouble for Trump

-- On the Bonus Show: The government shutdown becomes the second-longest in history, a Trump nominee is exposed for sending Nazi text messages, Kash Patel’s Diwali post is met with racism, and much more... Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book

-- On the Show: -- Rand Paul publicly rejects Trump’s call to execute drug dealers, revealing how cracks are forming inside the GOP as Trump demands blind loyalty -- Trump’s trade wars and tariffs wipe out U.S. soybean exports, bankrupting small farms while he falsely claims to champion agriculture -- Mike Lindell pleads for donations to fund his final appeal after losing defamation cases, symbolizing the collapse of his company and credibility -- Trump’s tariffs, deportations, and tax cuts backfire exactly as critics warned, driving inflation, worker shortages, and economic pain -- Farmers and ranchers turn on Donald Trump after his Argentina beef deal floods U.S. markets, enrages rural America, and exposes his “America First” hypocrisy -- Trump’s support erodes as donors, politicians, and voters quietly distance themselves, signaling the slow collapse of his political empire -- Republican states double down on failed tax cuts and gutted services, deepening poverty while relying on subsidies from the blue states they mock -- Trump’s extreme policies play out in real time, proving that his campaign promises weren’t exaggerations but blueprints for national chaos -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Trump ends trade talks with Canada over a Ronald Reagan TV ad, Steve Bannon says there's a plan for Trump to serve a third term, and much more... 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 60% OFF at https://babbel.com/pakman 🥣 Graza olive oil: Get 10% off “The Trio” set with code PAKMAN at https://graza.co 🥑 MASA tortilla chips: Get 25% off with code PAKMAN at https://masachips.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 (01:15) Rand Paul rejects Trump’s execution call (06:43) Soybean exports collapse under tariffs (11:25) Mike Lindell’s final appeal plea (18:08) Tariffs and tax cuts backfire (26:18) Farmers turn on Trump (34:31) Trump loses support gradually (40:14) Republican states worsen poverty (47:06) Friday Feedback

-- On the Show: -- Zohran Mamdani confronts Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa in a chaotic New York City mayoral debate filled with personal attacks and viral moments -- Mark Carney announces Canada will prioritize domestic production and reduce dependence on the United States, signaling a break from Trump -- Donald Trump declares he is a better president than George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, revealing how desperate he is for validation and admiration -- Donald Trump threatens Gavin Newsom while rambling about demolishing the East Wing to build a $300 million ballroom and insulting reporters who question him -- Donald Trump oversees the demolition of part of the White House to build a $250 million ballroom while the government remains shut down and workers go unpaid -- Mike Johnson insists Republicans have a health care plan but refuses to share details, revealing the emptiness of their repeated promises -- Senator Susan Collins walks away from a Maine small business owner asking about health care costs -- Jesse Watters praises Donald Trump’s antics while Fox panelists briefly acknowledge rising costs and economic frustration under his leadership -- On the Bonus Show: The Pentagon unveils a new press corps dominated by right-wing outlets, Elon Musk breaks ground on a tunnel project in Nashville, Bernie Sanders stands by Graham Platner despite controversies, and much more... 🐟 Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 OFF at https://wildalaskan.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/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 (01:32) Mamdani confronts Cuomo, Sliwa (12:40) Canada breaks from US trade (21:28) Trump claims he's greatest president (26:54) Trump threatens Newsom, insults press (35:03) Trump demolishes White House wing (40:52) Mike Johnson dodges health plan details (47:12) Susan Collins ignores small business (55:00) Jesse Watters praises Trump antics

-- On the Show: -- Sabrina Singh, former Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary in the Department of Defense under President Biden, joins us to discuss the state of the DoD under Pete Hegseth, including the fallout from Signalgate and the new restrictive press rules -- Polls show most Americans blame Republicans for the shutdown, leaving Trump and GOP leaders scrambling as their political gamble collapses -- Trump’s mismanagement triggers halted SNAP benefits, threats to Social Security, and record-high disapproval, showing widespread decay under his rule -- Thirteen Senate Democrats confirm a Trump judicial nominee during the shutdown, handing Trump a symbolic win and frustrating voters expecting resistance -- Trump sues his own Department of Justice for $230 million, an unprecedented act of self-dealing that turns government accountability into open corruption -- Trump stumbles through unscripted interviews, rambling about tariffs and fake “payouts,” exposing both his confusion and his authoritarian manipulation of money -- Karoline Leavitt attacks her predecessor while doubling down on Trump’s shutdown narrative, highlighting the performative loyalty demanded within Trump’s circle -- Online conspiracies claim Trump’s death is imminent, ignoring data showing his wealth and access to healthcare make him likely to live much longer -- On the Bonus Show: The government shutdown becomes the second-longest in history, a Trump nominee is exposed for sending Nazi text messages, Kash Patel’s Diwali post is met with racism, and much more... 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman ✉️ StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at https://wildgrain.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 (01:56) GOP blamed for shutdown (10:43) SNAP, Social Security impacts (21:49) GOP judicial win frustrates Dems (29:06) Trump sues DOJ for $230M (34:31) Trump’s rambling interviews (44:34) Sabrina Singh Interview (1:04:24) Karoline Leavitt attacks predecessor (1:11:50) Online Trump death conspiracies

-- On the Show: -- Abigail Spanberger, Democratic Nominee for Governor of Virginia, joins us to discuss her race against Republican Winsome Earle-Sears on November 4th -- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson calls for a nationwide general strike as millions rally under the “No Kings” banner demanding collective power and accountability -- Donald Trump secretly begins demolishing parts of the White House to build a $250 million ballroom, bypassing oversight and sparking outrage over his disregard for history -- New analysis shows New England and New York could thrive independently as one of the richest nations, exposing red‑state dependence on federal subsidies -- Trump stumbles through incoherent interviews about China, healthcare, and foreign leaders, revealing worsening cognitive decline and erratic behavior -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responds “your mom did” to a reporter asking why Trump and Putin will meet in Budapest, escalating the administration’s immaturity -- Trump attacks GOP Rep. Thomas Massie after he demands the release of the Epstein files, fueling speculation that the president fears what the documents will reveal -- A ProPublica investigation finds Trump expanding anonymous federal forces with unmarked vehicles and warrantless arrests, echoing classic authoritarian secret‑police tactics -- On the Bonus Show: Americans can't afford their car payments, the Supreme Court will weigh in on gun rights for drug users, Seth Moulton challenges Ed Markey for Senate as Dan Koh enters the race for Congress, and much more... 🍽️ CookUnity: Get Free Premium Meals for Life at https://cookunity.com/pakmanfree 🥑 MASA tortilla chips: Get 25% off with code PAKMAN at https://masachips.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com -- 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 (01:55) Chicago mayor wants a general strike (08:17) Trump demolishes White House sections (16:22) New England/New York could thrive (22:30) Trump stumbles in interviews (30:29) Leavitt escalates press immaturity (36:19) Abigail Spanberger Interview (57:27) Trump attacks Massie over Epstein (1:03:29) Trump expands secret federal forces

-- On the Show: -- Seven million people join nationwide No Kings protests as Donald Trump and MAGA figures panic over the growing anti-Trump movement -- Donald Trump posts AI videos showing planes dumping feces on Harry Sisson after millions protest him, revealing his anger and fear -- Republicans ignore years of warnings about climate, economy, healthcare, and democracy, leaving the country to face preventable crises -- Karoline Leavitt calls Democrats terrorists, illegal aliens, and criminals on Fox News, showcasing the GOP’s slide into open bigotry -- Donald Trump slurs words and sits down mid-event, raising new questions about his health and exposing media double standards -- America’s crumbling infrastructure, inequality, and decaying democracy are symptoms of state failure under Trump -- Katherine Boyle, a powerful venture capitalist tied to J.D. Vance and Peter Thiel, quietly builds MAGA influence through Silicon Valley -- Donald Trump rants aboard Air Force One declaring decisions “up to me,” insults reporters, and reveals ignorance about global events -- Donald Trump invents adoring supporters and imaginary black women in Chicago to cope with declining popularity and public rejection -- On the Bonus Show: Trump commutes the sentence of disgraced former Congressman George Santos, right-wing commentators react to No Kings 2, Benny Johnson suggests Obama and Hillary indictments are next, and much more... 🤢 Reliefband: Use code PAKMAN for 20% OFF and free shipping at https://reliefband.com 🌳 MyHeritage: Discover your family roots for FREE for 14 days at https://davidpakman.com/myheritage 💪 AG1 is offering you a FREE $76 GIFT when you sign up at https://drinkag1.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 (01:36) Seven million protest nationwide (07:02) Trump posts AI attack videos (13:23) GOP ignores looming crises (20:08) Leavitt calls Dems criminals (24:35) Trump slurs, sits mid-event (29:58) U.S. infrastructure and democracy falter (35:06) Boyle builds MAGA influence quietly (40:39) Trump rants on Air Force One (50:00) Trump invents imaginary supporters