The system failed and propaganda took it over
The system failed and propaganda took it over  
Podcast: The David Pakman Show
Published On: Thu Aug 06 2026
Description: -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump changed the Republican Party, but many of its core policies could continue under a more disciplined leader -- Donald Trump’s Iran war has depleted key U.S. missile stockpiles and raised concerns about military readiness -- Donald Trump has survived scandals and losses because Republicans and institutions adapted around him -- Tucker Carlson warns Donald Trump’s Iran war could escalate while criticizing civilian deaths and military decisions -- Jessica Tarlov challenges Jesse Watters on Fox News over rising measles cases and declining vaccination rates -- The White House releases an AI video praising Donald Trump, sparking criticism over government propaganda -- Donald Trump faces pressure to end the Iran war as military options become limited in part due to depleted missile stockpiles -- Trump adviser Kevin Hassett gives disputed explanations about housing costs and the economy while defending Trump's policies -- On the Bonus Show: Trump holds a rally in Las Vegas, JD Vance does an interview with Laura Ingraham, and much more... 💻 Sponsored by Private Internet Access: 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/Pakman 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at https://wildgrain.com/pakman 🔬 Freedom From Religion Foundation: Text DAVID to 511511 or go to https://ffrf.us/david 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get up to 27% OFF 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 Book: https://bit.ly/m/attention -- 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 (01:11) The next Republican president will be more dangerous (08:17) Trump's Iran war has depleted missile stockpiles (14:58) Trump survived scandals by making others adapt (22:23) Tucker Carlson warns Trump's Iran war will escalate (31:24) Jessica Tarlov destroys Jesse Watters on measles (39:21) White House releases AI propaganda Trump video (47:57) Trump faces pressure to end the Iran war (54:07) Kevin Hassett says the economy is actually good Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices