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Was the WHCD Attempted Shooting Staged? — with Mike Nellis and David Pakman

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Hey folks,

I sat down with David Pakman and we didn’t hold back. We dug into the chaos around the White House Correspondents Dinner, the conspiracy spiral online, and what happens when we start losing our grip on reality just to score points. Then it got bigger—free speech, media pressure, and where all of this is heading. You don’t want to miss this one.

Here’s what we got into:

  • [00:01:07] We kick things off with the Correspondents Dinner chaos and the question everyone’s asking: was any of it staged—or are people just reaching?

  • [00:04:18] The internet conspiracy machine goes into overdrive—and why chasing clicks can warp reality faster than facts can catch up.

  • [00:06:00] Breaking down the JD Vance moment and how security protocols actually work vs. what people think they saw.

  • [00:13:00] Trump vs. Jimmy Kimmel escalates—and the chilling implications of a president targeting comedians and media companies.

  • [00:24:25] The bigger picture: why independent media is in the crosshairs—and what happens if they come for platforms like this one.

This conversation is about more than one news cycle. It’s about truth, power, and how easy it is to lose the thread if we’re not careful. We talk about media manipulation, free speech, and why independent voices matter now more than ever. If you care about staying grounded in reality—and fighting for it—this one’s essential.

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—Mike

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