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The Joe Pags Show

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The official podcast of the nationally syndicated Joe Pags Show heard weekday afternoons from 5-8. The Joe Pags Show can be heard on multiple stations across the country and worldwide on joepags.com
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Episodes

The Seditious Six: Pags Breaks Down the Video Shaking D.C. - Dec 1 Hr 1

Joe Pags dives into the explosive controversy of the “Seditious Six,” breaking down what those six senators may have actually meant in their allegedly seditious video — and why their defense of “free speech” doesn’t hold up. Pags pulls apart every argument, every angle, and every political implication in the most talked-about scandal of 2025. This is an intense, can’t-miss breakdown of the story rocking Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Dec 02, 202544 min

Ilhan Omar’s “Hate” Claim, $1B Somali Scam & Mark Lucas on Afghan Asylees - Dec 1 Hr 2

Ilhan Omar declares that America is full of hate — and Joe Pags fires back, saying she’s the one spreading it. Pags also exposes how a Somali community scammed $1 billion in taxpayer dollars, breaking down the scheme in a way only he can. Then Mark Lucas joins the show with powerful insight as a veteran who fought in Afghanistan. He warns that many Afghan asylees are unvettable, yet over 100,000 are already here — and he explains the real-world dangers, including the shocking shooting of two Nat...

Dec 02, 202544 min

WH Fights Media Bias, Citizenship Crackdown & Kay Hill on OU’s Bizarre Case - Dec 1 Hr 3

The White House launches its own website to combat media bias, and Pags breaks down how this changes the game. Then Karoline Leavitt takes the podium for a fiery press briefing calling out the media — and she brings the receipts. POTUS also says he will “absolutely” revoke citizenship for criminals, and while Pags totally agrees with the idea, he asks the big question: Can this even be done legally? He says, send it to SCOTUS. Finally, Kay Hill joins the show for a wild story out of the Universi...

Dec 02, 202544 min

$10K Bonuses, Peace Deal Pressure & Rep. McCormick Unleashed - Nov 21 Hr 2

Promises kept! The Trump administration rolls out $10,000 bonuses for air-traffic controllers with perfect attendance — and Pags is all in. Then breaking reports say Zelenskyy has only days to accept a peace deal after Putin signals he’s ready. Pags breaks down what POTUS revealed in the Oval Office. And Rep. Dr. Rich McCormick joins the show with a powerhouse rundown on the future of the ACA, the fight over illegal military orders, drug-running boats off Venezuela, and the political games Democ...

Nov 22, 202544 min

Epstein Bombshells, SCOTUS Shake-Up & Lokhova Part 2 - Nov 21 Hr 3

Joe Pags breaks down the biggest stories of the week — the Epstein files release, the Trump administration’s push for more deportation judges, and Rep. James Comer calling Bill and Hillary Clinton in for in-person depositions on the Epstein case. Then two major breaking news sotires: SCOTUS pauses the Texas lower-court ruling on redistricting, and a GOP U.S. Representative announces their resignation — Pags covers the who, what, when, and why. Plus, Pags brings you Part 2 of his explosive interv...

Nov 22, 202544 min

Jasmine Crockett Fumbles Epstein, Comer Drops Receipts & Karoline Leavitt Torches Dem Spin - Nov 20 Hr 1

Jasmine Crockett goes full politician, trying to blame the GOP for Epstein—except she names the wrong guy, setting off major red flags. Then it’s Comer vs. Hakeem Jeffries, and spoiler: only James Comer shows up with actual evidence. And Karoline Leavitt steps up to the podium for a fiery press briefing, calling out Democrats for encouraging what could amount to sedition inside the U.S. military. It’s a sharp, fast-moving breakdown of the day’s biggest political face-plants and facts. Learn more...

Nov 21, 202544 min

Your Wallet in 2025: Pags Breaks Down the New Economy & VP Vance’s Big Speech - Nov 20 Hr 2

Joe Pags digs into your personal economy — how does this year compare to last? With gas, electricity, groceries, and more trending down, Pags breaks the numbers wide open and asks whether the average American is actually feeling the improvement. He also features Vice President Vance’s full economic message from the Breitbart Forum, analyzing what the administration says is working and what the data really shows. A sharp, in-depth look at the numbers that matter most to your daily life. Learn mor...

Nov 21, 202544 min

SNAP Shockers in California & Rep. Chip Roy on Redistricting, Courts & Raids - Nov 20 Hr 3

SNAP benefits may soon be changing, and Joe Pags breaks it all down — including the stunning number of SNAP recipients in California using the program for free fast food, a statistic that will leave you furious. Then Rep. Chip Roy joins the show with major updates: a circuit court has ruled that Texas cannot use its newly drawn congressional maps in the 2026 midterms, and Chip explains why this fight is nowhere near finished and is headed straight to SCOTUS. He also breaks down why Texas redistr...

Nov 21, 202544 min

Mace vs. Mills Firestorm, America First Fight & The “New Drug Lord”? Pags Breaks It All Down - Nov 19 Hr 1

Joe Pags spotlights the explosive moment in Congress today as Nancy Mace publicly slams Rep. Corey Mills — and you’ll understand exactly why he’s now facing censure. Then, Rep. Brandon Gill steps up with a bold defense of America First, and Pags asks the obvious question: How is this even controversial in 2025? Finally — why is Ryan Wetting suddenly being labeled the “new drug lord”? Kash Patel and Pam Bondi break it all down, and Pags delivers the straight facts behind the headlines. A fast, fi...

Nov 20, 202544 min

James Comey Indicted, Judge Revealed & Svetlana Lokhova Exposes Spygate Lies - Nov 19 Hr 2

Joe Pags breaks down the indictment of James Comey, revealing the judge behind the case and the reaction from A3P founder Mike Davis, who is already calling out the legal and political implications. Pags exposes the controversy with the sharp clarity only he brings. Then, author Svetlana Lokhova joins Pags for an explosive, in-depth conversation. Once falsely accused of being a Russian spy and Michael Flynn’s mistress, she sets the record straight and explains who orchestrated the smear— and why...

Nov 20, 202544 min

POTUS Lights Up the U.S.–Saudi Forum & Judge Ted Poe Breaks Down the Law - Nov 19 Hr 3

POTUS speaks at the U.S.–Saudi Investment Forum and delivers some hilarious lines the mainstream media wouldn’t dare air — so Pags plays his favorites. Then, Scott Bessent urges Americans to “save” their future $2k tariff check, and Pags explains why that isn’t exactly realistic. Pags also breaks down the fight over whether Texas can use its newly approved congressional maps. Finally, former Congressman and former Judge Ted Poe joins the show for a can’t-miss legal deep dive: Can you legally sho...

Nov 20, 202544 min

Epstein Files Headed to POTUS — But What Gets Redacted? - Nov 18 Hr 1

The House and Senate have officially voted to send the Epstein files release to President Trump’s desk — and Joe Pags says good, but now comes the real question: What will be redacted… and why? Pags breaks down the one lone member of Congress who voted NO, what their stated reason was, and whether it holds water. Plus, Rep. Thomas Massie fires a warning shot at billionaire power players, suggesting their day of reckoning may finally be coming once those files hit daylight. Pags unpacks all of it...

Nov 19, 202544 min

POTUS vs. Reporter & DHS Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs Tricia McLaughlin Breaks Big Stories - Nov 18 Hr 2

Joe Pags calls out the media’s decline as POTUS squares off with an ABC reporter and refuses to take the bait. Drawing on 30+ years of journalism experience, Pags breaks down the exchange, explains exactly what the reporter did wrong, and says point-blank he wouldn’t keep her on his news team — and he tells you why. Then Tricia McLaughlin, Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, joins the show with exclusive updates. Pags — broadcasting from San Antoni...

Nov 19, 202544 min

Abbott vs. CAIR & Is America the Next Rome? Jeremy Ryan Slate Breaks It Down - Nov 18 Hr 3

Joe Pags reacts as Gov. Greg Abbott officially declares CAIR a terrorist group, blocking them from buying land in Texas — and the fallout is major. Then, a heated debate out of Dearborn as the Muslim mayor responds to complaints over the mosque’s call to prayer; Pags explains why volume and intrusion matter, not religion. He also reveals reports that CAIR is handing out $1,000 checks to anti-Israel agitators punished by colleges. Then — Jeremy Ryan Slate joins Pags for a fascinating breakdown of...

Nov 19, 202544 min

Pags Cuts Through the Epstein Noise & Breaks Down 10 Months of Tariffs - Nov 17 Hr 1

Joe Pags slices through the sensational headlines and reminds listeners that the Epstein files aren’t the only story — and not even the most important one. Still, he lays out the real facts with clarity you won’t hear anywhere else. Pags also reacts to POTUS confirming he would sign a bill to release the files once the House votes on it. Then, after 10 months of tariffs, Pags and the crew dig into how Americans are really feeling about them, the impact on everyday life, and what the long game lo...

Nov 18, 202544 min

POTUS Fires Up the McDonald’s Summit & Eric Trump Says MAGA Is Stronger Than Ever - Nov 17 Hr 2

President Trump speaks live at the McDonald’s Impact Summit, making the case for bringing American businesses back to America — and Joe Pags weighs in on Trump openly admitting he “blew his stack” earlier in the day while demanding better trade deals. Then, major legal news: SCOTUS agrees to review the legality of asylum claims, and Pags says good — because not everyone crossing the border should automatically qualify for asylum. Finally, Eric Trump joins Joe for an in-depth, candid conversation...

Nov 18, 202544 min

Michelle Obama’s Victimhood Speech, $8K Device Detox & Kay Hill on 2028 & AI - Nov 17 Hr 3

Joe Pags dives in as Michelle Obama once again leans into victimhood, and Pags has a field day poking holes in her predictable narrative — with plenty of laughs along the way. Then, the team tackles the wild trend of parents paying $8,000 to “detox” their kids from devices. Pags jokes that for $4,000 he’ll show you how to turn the computer off himself, in a hilarious take on peak first-world problems. Finally, Kay Hill joins the show for a breakdown you don’t want to miss — including buzz around...

Nov 18, 202544 min

Government Reopens — But Who Actually Gets Paid? Pags Breaks Down Backpay & Bonuses - Nov 13 Hr 1

With the government reopening, federal workers are about to receive major paychecks — but the big questions remain: Who gets backpay? Who qualifies for the $10,000 bonus? Do hourly employees get retroactive pay too? Joe Pags and the crew break it all down with help from callers, digging into retroactive pay rules, sick leave calculations, bonus eligibility, and the surprising fine print most people don’t know about. It’s an informative, lively, and eye-opening look at how government pay really w...

Nov 14, 202544 min

Government Reopens: POTUS Stuns, Dems Spin, Steube Fires Back - Nov 13 Hr 2

President Trump has officially signed the bill to reopen the government, and what he said afterward will absolutely shock you. Joe Pags plays his favorite clips from the announcement — including the moments the media conveniently glossed over. Meanwhile, Hakeem Jeffries is bizarrely congratulating Democrats, prompting Pags to ask: For what, exactly? And with Kamala Harris now gone from the spotlight, Rep. Jasmine Crockett steps in with a fresh batch of word salad, offering a clip so hilarious yo...

Nov 14, 202544 min

BBC Apologizes, DOJ Sues California & Dr. Ben Carson Lays Out the Fix for Healthcare - Nov 13 Hr 3

Joe Pags kicks off the hour with the BBC issuing an apology as the network faces the threat of a $1 billion lawsuit, then turns to major political news as the DOJ sues California over its House map — a move Pags predicted long before it hit the headlines. The crew also has a hilarious sidebar debate: Has everyone actually seen Rocky? It’s pure Joe Pags Show energy. Then, Dr. Ben Carson joins for a compelling, in-depth interview on the future of healthcare in America. He discusses the political v...

Nov 14, 202544 min

Shutdown Showdown: Congress Votes to End It — But What’s Next? - Nov 12 Hr 1

It’s breaking news on The Joe Pags Show as Congress officially votes to end the historic shutdown — but Joe’s asking the question everyone should be: What happens now? Pags walks listeners through what the vote really means, what comes next for everyday Americans, and why some Democrats are actually calling the shutdown “worth it” despite the toll on working families. Then, a new Epstein story surfaces — but is it legitimate news or just another Democrat distraction from their policy failures? P...

Nov 13, 202544 min

Pags Breaks Down POTUS vs. BBC, “Affordability” Spin & Rep. Brandon Gill Takes On Judge Boasberg - Nov 12 Hr 2

Joe Pags unpacks a major developing story: POTUS is eyeing a potential billion-dollar lawsuit against the BBC, and Pags explains why holding so-called “journalists” to real standards has never been more important. He plays the edited vs. full clip of Trump’s Jan. 6 remarks so listeners can hear the difference for themselves. Then Pags digs into Washington’s new buzzword — “affordability” — and breaks down why Democrats are suddenly using it nonstop and what they’re really trying to sell you. Fin...

Nov 13, 202544 min

Who’s Funding the Protests? Adam Swart Raises Alarms, Kim K’s Empire & Dr. Jesse Lopez on Women’s Health - Nov 12 Hr 3

Joe Pags reacts to Adam Swart’s call for Congress to investigate who’s funding major coordinated protests, offering a take you won’t hear anywhere else. Then, a fun roundtable on Kim Kardashian’s shocking company valuation and what it says about marketing in America. Plus, the U.S. Mint ends penny production, and Pags asks whether it’s smart policy or a big mistake. Finally, Dr. Jesse Lopez joins the show to break down new research on women’s hormones, why past estrogen studies were wildly flawe...

Nov 13, 202544 min

Veterans Day Tribute, Shutdown Update & Scott Bessent Takes Down MSNBC - Nov 11 Hr 1

Joe Pags opens the show with a heartfelt thank-you to America’s military veterans, honoring their courage, sacrifice, and service this Veterans Day. Pags also shares updates on the nearly resolved government shutdown, breaking down what’s next as Washington inches toward reopening. Then, highlights from President Trump’s Veterans Day address, as he personally thanks America’s heroes — and Pags plays the best moments and sound bites from the ceremony. Finally, Scott Bessent steps into the spotlig...

Nov 12, 202544 min

Pags Breaks Down SNAP & SCOTUS — Plus Gov. Greg Abbott on Texas’ Future - Nov 11 Hr 2

Joe Pags explains the latest Supreme Court decision impacting SNAP benefits and cuts through the confusion with clarity you won’t get anywhere else. He lays out what the ruling really means for Americans and asks the question sparking national debate: What’s wrong with expecting able-bodied adults on assistance to give back through part-time work or community service? Pags dismantles the left’s argument and brings common sense to the conversation. Then, Texas Governor Greg Abbott joins Pags for ...

Nov 12, 202544 min

Pags on Berkeley Chaos, ICE Shooting & Dr. Gad Saad Explains the Psychology of Today’s Divide - Nov 11 Hr 3

Joe Pags asks the tough question: When will the violence against conservatives stop? After unrest erupts at Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point USA event at UC Berkeley, Pags unpacks how the situation spiraled, the Antifa arrests, and Harmeet Dhillon’s vow to push for accountability. Then, a shocking report from Chicago, where ICE officers came under fire — Pags has the latest on the suspect and investigation. Plus, the LA 2028 Olympics spark new debate with a headline-making rule change on athlete eli...

Nov 12, 202544 min

Shutdown Showdown: What Cloture Means & How the Government Really Reopens - Nov 10 Hr 1

Is the Schumer Shutdown finally over? Joe Pags breaks it all down like you’ve never heard before — cutting through the D.C. jargon to explain exactly what the Senate’s cloture vote means, how the process to reopen the government actually works, and what comes next for SNAP benefits and everyday Americans. This is the civics lesson you didn’t know you needed, packed with the straight facts, sharp insight, and real-world perspective that only Pags delivers. Whether you’re confused about cloture, c...

Nov 11, 202541 min

Pags Fact-Checks SNAP Claims Live & Breaks Down POTUS’ $2K Stimulus Tease - Nov 10 Hr 2

Joe Pags delivers an incredible hour of live, fact-based journalism as Producer Sam calls the Massachusetts DTA office on air to verify whether state officials are really blaming the Trump administration for the ongoing SNAP benefits confusion. The results will shock you — and Pags walks listeners through the truth step by step. Then, President Trump teases a potential $2,000 stimulus check tied to tariff revenue, and Pags breaks down what that could mean for your personal economy — and why he’s...

Nov 11, 202544 min

Rapid Fire News: SCOTUS, Soviet NYC & POTUS’ 50-Year Mortgage Mayhem! - Nov 10 Hr 3

It’s a fun, hilarious, and lightning-fast Rapid Fire News hour with Joe Pags — packed with stories, laughs, and plenty of opinion. Pags reacts to SCOTUS refusing to hear a same-sex marriage appeal, breaks down why the First Amendment exists for a reason, and weighs in on Zorhan’s win and what he calls the start of a “Soviet Union-style NYC” under the Mamdani era. Plus — Governor Hochul vs. Mayor Mamdani heats up, and President Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani, Sidney Powell, Ken Chesebro, and dozens ...

Nov 11, 202544 min

Day 38 of the Democrat Shutdown - Nov 7 Hr 1

Dems to blame, period. Schumer makes demands. John Thune blows a gasket on Dems. Duffy on air travel delays and cancelations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 09, 202544 min
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