The Joe Pags Show

Latest Episodes:

Kamala, Pelosi AND Hillary Are Back?! + Gamers Are Becoming Air Traffic Controllers! - Aug 11 Hr 1 Aug 12, 2026

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Pags takes on three of the biggest names in Democratic politics as Kamala Harris, Nancy Pelosi and Hillary Clinton all make headlines—and Joe has plenty to say about each of them. He dismantles Harris' latest argument on voting, calls out Pelosi for what he sees as complete denial, and can't believe Hillary Clinton is back in the conversation again, reminding everyone why one of his favorite political moments remains the fact that she never became president. Then the show takes a completely different turn: the FAA has reportedly hired more than 2,000 gamers into the air traffic control pipeline since April. Pags, a lifelong gamer himself, goes all-in on whether gaming skills actually translate to one of the most stressful jobs in America, reminisces about playing Doom, looks at the six-figure salaries controllers can earn, and opens the phones for a lively conversation with listeners.

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A Former NBA Star Wants Into the WNBA?! + Does Archaeology PROVE the Bible? - Aug 11 Hr 2 Aug 12, 2026

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Pags dives headfirst into a WNBA controversy that's guaranteed to get people talking: former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom has written a letter declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft. Pags asks whether anyone is actually watching the league, gets into the latest Sophie Cunningham drama, and explains what makes basketball so captivating in the first place—the extraordinary athletic ability most of us could never dream of having. The phones light up as listeners jump into the debate before Dinesh D'Souza joins the program with a fascinating conversation that goes back thousands of years. With a new book coming out, D'Souza tackles one of the biggest questions of faith and science: Can you accept modern science and still believe the Bible's historical accounts? Drawing on his visits to archaeological sites across Israel, he explains why he believes discovery after discovery reinforces the biblical record—and why what researchers are still uncovering could change how you look at Scripture.

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President Trump's James Bond-Style Plane Swap REVEALED + Did Fauci Have the Right to Stay Silent? - Aug 11 Hr 3 Aug 12, 2026

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Pags breaks down the incredible video showing exactly how President Trump secretly switched planes during his overseas trip—a security maneuver straight out of a James Bond movie. But Pags has a major question: Why reveal the trick? Who leaked the details, and could exposing how the Secret Service moved the president create a security problem going forward? Then, Pags reacts to Trump's announcement that Medicaid will no longer fund gender-transition surgeries or medications for minors, arguing taxpayers never should have been forced to pay for them in the first place. He also brings you Tom Homan's latest comments on the administration's effort to drive down crime, particularly in Washington, D.C. Finally, Heritage Foundation legal expert Cully Stimson joins the program to tackle the unanswered legal questions surrounding Anthony Fauci. Could Fauci legally invoke the Fifth after receiving a pardon? What happens if he writes a book and reveals information he refused to tell Congress? Could states still prosecute him? And if Stimson were Fauci's attorney, would he have advised him to take the Fifth? It's a fascinating legal deep dive into whether Fauci could still face accountability.

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What Did Fauci Know About the COVID Vaccine? + From 19 Years in Prison to Congress? - Aug 10 Hr 2 Aug 11, 2026

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Pags dives into newly released Senate committee records involving Dr. Anthony Fauci, including text messages discussing concerns surrounding COVID mRNA vaccination and pregnant women. Pags argues the documents raise a huge question: If Fauci had concerns behind the scenes, did Americans hear the same story publicly? Dr. Jay Bhattacharya weighs in on the revelations from Fauci's diary and what they could mean for the pandemic-era narrative. Then Jonathan DeBarros joins the program with a story you have to hear to believe. The Republican candidate for Connecticut's 5th Congressional District spent 19 years in prison for murder before being exonerated and receiving a full pardon. DeBarros alleges critical evidence was hidden or destroyed, tells Pags how he went from a prison cell to running for Congress, and makes his case for why Connecticut voters should send him to Washington.

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Who REALLY Controls the Strait of Hormuz? + Parents Are Going to Their Kids' JOB INTERVIEWS? - Aug 10 Hr 1 Aug 11, 2026

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Pags asks the question that still doesn't have a simple answer: Who actually controls the Strait of Hormuz, and is it really open? With the midterms just 90 days away, Trump's approval numbers slipping and Democrats increasingly unified in their attacks on Republicans, Pags argues the Iran conflict needs an endgame. He brings you the biggest moments from President Trump's Oval Office remarks, explains why he trusts the president but isn't buying the idea that America has 100% control of the Strait, and asks what changed if Iran is suddenly getting anything from the United States. Pags also reacts to reports that Trump wants Iran to compensate victims of its attacks. Then the show takes a wild turn: helicopter parents are apparently showing up to their adult children's JOB INTERVIEWS. Pags says absolutely not, the crew weighs in, and listeners flood the phones for a hilarious debate over whether it's finally time for parents to CUT THE CORD.

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Trump Shakes Up Childhood Vaccines, Tipping Culture Goes TOO FAR + Kay Hill Puts on the Tinfoil Hat - Aug 10 Hr 3 Aug 11, 2026

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Pags breaks down President Trump's new executive action on childhood vaccines and brings you the biggest moments from his Oval Office announcement about changes to the vaccination schedule. He also has the latest after a massive earthquake strikes Colombia before diving into a story that has the entire crew asking: Has tipping culture completely lost its mind? A Shake Shack customer claims the price of an order actually increased after selecting "no tip" at a self-service kiosk, and Pags wants to know why we're being asked to tip a machine in the first place. Then he reacts to Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed acknowledging that "free" healthcare means Americans paying more in taxes. Finally, Kay Hill joins the program to connect the dots between El-Sayed, Zohran Mamdani and the growing Democratic Socialists of America movement. Are they finally saying out loud what they want to do with power? And what do Flock cameras have to do with any of it? Pags and Kay put on the proverbial tinfoil hats and go down a rabbit hole you don't want to miss.

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Spain's Border Crisis Explodes, Trump Weighs In + What's Holding Up Todd Blanche? - July 31 Hr 1 Aug 01, 2026

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Pags breaks down the immigration crisis unfolding in Spain, explaining how the surge of migrants has sparked political turmoil across Europe before bringing you President Trump's reaction and the biggest moments from his remarks. Pags argues the situation mirrors years of lax border enforcement under the Biden administration and asks whether countries can survive without expecting newcomers to assimilate into their culture. He also reacts to an exclusive report on Temporary Protected Status, explaining why he believes the word "temporary" should actually mean something. Then Pags dives into the growing battle over Todd Blanche's confirmation, examining who's standing in the way, why some Senate Republicans are urging President Trump not to delay the nomination, and what Trump had to say from Camp David about getting his nominee confirmed. The show also features Trump's comments on what he calls the weaponization of government under the Biden administration, Marco Rubio's latest foreign policy update from the Cabinet meeting, and a surprising legal twist as prosecutors move to drop charges against Olympian David Hearn after acknowledging the National Mall's reflecting pool damage may have been caused by a flawed installation rather than criminal conduct.

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America's Spending Crisis, Iran Threatens Oil + Rich Valdés Sounds Off on Mamdani - July 31 Hr 2 Aug 01, 2026

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Pags delivers one of his most passionate monologues yet, asking how America can keep spending trillions of dollars without driving straight into a fiscal disaster. He reacts to President Trump's comments on the cyberattack in Minnesota, Trump's pledge to rapidly rebuild the U.S. military after years of depleted stockpiles, and warns that if Washington doesn't get spending under control, a financial reckoning is inevitable. Pags also breaks down the latest spike in oil prices after Iran threatened shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, checks in on the latest DOGE developments, and opens the phones for listener reactions. Then New York radio host Rich Valdés joins the program for a deep dive into the political transformation of New York City. They discuss Zohran Mamdani's agenda, his controversial comments about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the growing concerns surrounding his policies, whether New Yorkers are finally reaching a breaking point, what role Gov. Kathy Hochul plays in the city's future, and whether there's still a path for voters to change course.

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Kamala Wants to Rewrite the Rules? + The Ancient History They Never Taught You - July 31 Hr 3 Aug 01, 2026

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It's Free Speech Friday, and Joe Pags kicks things off with his always-entertaining Dopes of the Day before turning his attention to Kamala Harris' latest call to rethink the Electoral College, asking whether anyone is actually buying what she's selling. He also reacts to Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's comments about being "selective" with media appearances—even as she sat down on Michelle Obama's podcast—raising questions about media access and transparency. Then explorer and researcher Mike Collins joins the program for a mind-blowing conversation that challenges everything you thought you knew about ancient history. After visiting more than 300 archaeological sites around the world, Collins explains why he believes humans were living in the Americas at least 12,000 years ago, shares discoveries that mainstream history often overlooks, and reveals evidence that could completely change the way we understand our past.

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Why Is Everyone Protecting Fauci? Pags Isn't Buying It - July 30 Hr 1 Jul 31, 2026

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Pags continues breaking down Dr. Anthony Fauci's explosive Senate testimony, asking why so many powerful voices still seem determined to protect him. Pags argues Fauci wasn't America's top health official but a longtime NIH bureaucrat who gained extraordinary influence during the pandemic, and questions why he suddenly decided to keep a personal diary late in life. He also reacts to Harvey Levin's passionate defense of Fauci, examining how media figures have helped shape the public narrative. Later, Pags asks why Fauci was given an opening statement before facing tough questions from senators, argues Democrats consistently outmaneuver Republicans when it comes to messaging and public perception, and explains why accountability shouldn't end with congressional hearings—asking whether lawsuits and other legal challenges could finally force the truth into the open.

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