Best Pakman Podcasts (2025)

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Epstein docs accuse Trump as economy in holding pattern 58:23

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-- 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 T…

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Future of News with Tara Palmeri, David Pakman, Don Lemon & Ben Shapiro at Reuters Next Conference 47:01

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What happens when Tara Palmeri, Ben Shapiro, Don Lemon, and David Pakman share one stage to debate who really owns the future of news?On this unfiltered episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, Tara joins Ben Shapiro, Don Lemon, and David Pakman on the Reuters Next stage in New York for a rare cross-ideological clash about creators, influencers, and the c…

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Epstein Files Make Trump Allegations — The DOJ Wants Them Ignored 22:00

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What unbreakable ties between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein are finally surfacing in the latest document flood?On this explosive episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, guest host Jim Acosta and investigative journalist Tara Palmeri dive deep into the chaotic release of nearly 30,000 additional Jeffrey Epstein files just before Christmas. The discussi…

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Epstein Complained to Larry Nassar That Trump Got Away With It 9:03

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What does Jeffrey Epstein's handwritten letter to Larry Nassar reveal about who really "got away with it" in the eyes of convicted predators?On this explosive episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, the latest Justice Department Epstein files dump—conveniently released just two days before Christmas—delivers a series of deeply disturbing revelations. A c…

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Epstein files detonate as damage control launches 1:00:06

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-- 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 Dep…

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Trump’s Epstein Files Release Was Political Warfare — and the Victims Paid the Price 26:29

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Why did the Trump DOJ turn the Epstein files release into a blatant political weapon while victims wait decades for justice?On this hard-hitting episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, Tara breaks down the disappointing and politically charged release of Jeffrey Epstein's files, highlighting how the DOJ missed the congressional deadline, front-loaded dam…

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Trump burying the Epstein files with pathetic redactions 1:08:53

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-- 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 includ…

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Is America Being Lied To? Democrat Michael LaRosa v Republican Erin Maguire Debate 1:08:40

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Is America really getting the full truth from leaders on both sides of the aisle?On this hard-hitting episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, veteran Republican strategist Erin Maguire (formerly Erin Perrine), who served as Trump's deputy communications director and press secretary to Speaker Kevin McCarthy, faces off against Democrat strategist Michael …

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David A. Graham on What Project 2025 Wrought 54:51

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Throughout the 2024 election, we all heard about the dangers of Project 2025, yet somehow it’s worse than we imagined. Trump continuously said he didn't know anything about it (but he did), and nearly a year after his swearing in, we've seen a huge portion of it already implemented. We're joined by The Atlantic’s David A. Graham, author of the new …

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Trump Targets Clinton in First Epstein Files Dump 30:33

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Why does the first batch of Epstein files feature so many photos of Bill Clinton while Trump remains absent?On this explosive crossover episode of the Tara Palmeri Show with Jim Acosta, dive into the real-time reaction as the Department of Justice drops the initial phase of declassified Epstein files, including hundreds of thousands of documents, p…

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Epstein Files Countdown: Trump DOJ Faces a Critical Deadline 20:50

6d ago20:50

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Why is the Trump DOJ missing the critical deadline to release the full Epstein files?On this urgent episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, dive into the high-stakes drama surrounding the December 19 deadline for the Department of Justice to disclose all unclassified Epstein documents, including flight logs, internal communications, and investigative mat…

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Is Trump's $1776 a bonus or a bribe? 59:23

6d ago59:23

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-- 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 acknowledg…

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NEW Epstein Photos Released — What They Reveal 24:37

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What dark secrets do the newly released Epstein photos expose about his inner circle of powerful men?On this revealing crossover episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, veteran journalist Tara Palmeri joins Don Lemon for an in-depth discussion on the latest batch of disturbing photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, including images featuring figures like …

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Trump Promised the Epstein Files. Tomorrow’s Release May Be a Letdown 27:24

7d ago27:24

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What hidden details in tomorrow's Epstein files release could finally expose the full extent of Trump's ties to the trafficking network?On this candid episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, acclaimed Epstein investigative journalist Tara Palmeri joins Nicolle Wallace on MSNBC's Deadline: White House alongside New York Times reporter Nick Confessore, for…

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Trump throws away his presidency and MAGAs cheer 1:02:53

7d ago1:02:53

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-- 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 confusi…

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The Reporting Rocking Washington: Inside Trump’s Chaotic White House with Chris Whipple 32:25

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What revelations from Susie Wiles' unprecedented on-the-record interviews are sending shockwaves through Trump's inner circle?On this explosive episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, acclaimed White House chronicler Chris Whipple joins to unpack his bombshell Vanity Fair profile on chief of staff Susie Wiles, drawn from 11 months of extraordinary access…

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Trump confidant caught spilling the beans 1:12:58

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-- 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, to…

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Will Any Names Be in the Epstein Files Released Friday? 5:20

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What hidden names in the sealed Epstein depositions could finally see the light as the release deadline approaches?On this urgent episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, investigative journalist Tara Palmeri breaks down the high-stakes questions surrounding the impending release of the Epstein files, including whether the Trump DOJ will unredact victim d…

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The economic collapse that is dragging Trump 1:03:39

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-- 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 Rei…

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How Epstein Survivors Took On the Trump Administration with Angie Sullivan 20:07

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How did Epstein survivors like Courtney Wild courageously challenge the government's sweetheart deal to demand real justice?On this revealing episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, investigative journalist Tara Palmeri joins Angie Sullivan of IHIP News to dive deep into the harrowing world of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Palmeri, who has repor…

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Trump’s Grotesque Reaction to Rob Reiner’s Murder Sparks Outrage with Jennifer Welch 53:10

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Why has Trump's cruel mockery of Rob Reiner's tragic murder by his own son exposed deepening cracks in the MAGA coalition?On this unflinching episode of the Tara Palmeri Show—a special collaboration with the I've Had It Podcast—fearless podcaster and Bravo alum Jennifer Welch joins to dissect Trump's grotesque Truth Social post blaming "Trump Deran…

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12/15/25: A dark weekend as reality collides with denial 1:02:14

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-- 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 Reserv…

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Inside the GOP’s Good Old Boys Club 1:03:27

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Why does the Republican Party's old boys club keep sidelining its own women even as it holds total power in Washington?On this revealing episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, Steve Schmidt joins to dissect the GOP's deepening dysfunction—from a paralyzed Congress passing just 5% of introduced bills to the gender dynamics fueling internal revolt. They e…

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Franklin Foer & Anne Applebaum on The Globe in 2025! 1:01:53

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As we approach the end of 2025, we take a look back at what happened around the world in Trump’s first year back in office. We're joined by two of the best foreign policy writers we know: Franklin Foer and Anne Applebaum from The Atlantic! We discuss the EIGHT wars and conflicts that Trump has single handedly ended, while also examining the ongoing…

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BONUS EP: Bill de Blasio’s Ex Girlfriend Opens Up About Cheating & Fallout 14:51

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Why does a high-profile Democrat like Nomiki Konst choose to go public with the painful details of her breakup with Bill de Blasio?On this candid episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, activist and commentator Nomiki Konst opens up about the sudden end of her nearly year-long relationship with former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, sharing the emoti…

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NEW Epstein Photos: What They Really Reveal about Trump & Friends 44:37

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What do the latest Epstein estate photos actually prove about who was closest to him?On this explosive episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, Tara sits down with V Spehar of Under The Desk News to break down the 19 newly released photos from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate handed over to the House Oversight Committee. From suggestive Trump shots surrounded by …

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12/12/25: Crowds vanishing and prices rising as Trump has terrible week 57:46

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-- On the Show -- Donald Trump delivers a low-energy rally in a small Pennsylvania casino ballroom as the crowd sits unresponsive -- Polling shows nearly half of Americans struggling to afford groceries and a majority blaming Donald Trump for worsening prices tied to his tariffs and pro-billionaire policies -- American farmers openly blame Donald T…

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Is Jasmine Crockett Risking the Texas Senate for Democrats 38:16

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Is Jasmine Crockett about to hand Texas’s Senate seat back to Republicans on a silver platter?On this explosive episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, political strategist and progressive firebrand Nomiki Konst pulls zero punches on the chaotic Democratic primary in Texas. Why Colin Allred suddenly bailed, whether Jasmine Crockett’s viral sass and pro-I…

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12/11/25: Tanker seized by antiwar president as jobs problem grows 1:02:56

14d ago1:02:56

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-- 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 Carol…

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Did Trump Just Pass a $12 Billion Socialist Bailout 42:37

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Is a $12 billion farmer bailout the ultimate admission that Trump's tariffs are hurting the working class more than helping?On this probing episode of the Tara Palmeri Show, host Tara Palmeri sits down with Batya Ungar-Sargon, NewsNation host and author of books on class consciousness, for a no-holds-barred debate on Trump's economic policies. They…