PEP with Chas and Dr Dave
News & Politics
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Chas Licciardello and Dr David Smith discuss all the stories that weren't covered in Planet America.
Episodes
- CAN'T FIND A FETTER-MAN! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 260, 8 May)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss topics such as US elections, international relations concerning Iran and Germany, and other current events. The episode also touches on political figures and societal observations.
- THE VOTING WHITES ACT! PEP with Chas & Elle Hardy (Ep 259, 5 May)
Chas and Elle Hardy discuss topics including "The Worst Five States To Murder In," "Rare Book Collecting Nazis," and various current events such as the DHS shutdown, Comey indictment, and Mifepristone in court. The episode also touches on…
- YOUNG, DUMB, AND FULL OF GUN! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 258, 1 May)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss various political topics including Devin Nunes' Cow, President Chuck Grassley, and updates on Florida redistricting, polling, and the Iran War. They also cover Hegseth's Hearing, a WHCA shooting attempt, and violen…
- LET'S BET PEPPY! PEP with Chas & Melina Wicks (Ep 257, 28 April)
Chas and Melina Wicks discuss a range of topics, including political updates, congressional sackings, policy debates, and predictions. The episode also touches on various books and their authors.
- PEP256 CORRESPONDENCE EXTRA
Chas presents 43 minutes of correspondence on topics such as Lachie v Lehrmann, Dr Emma, Dr Jesus, Injured Pilot, Hungary, Titles, Immigration, Fixing America, and National Voter Compact.
- THE AUDACITY OF POPE! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 256, 17 April)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss Summer Cubin', the end of MTV's Teen Mom, and Dr Dave's upcoming classes. They also delve into the Hungarian Election and the Iran War, among other topics.
- LIAR, LIAR, CEASE ON FIRE! PEP with Chas & Dr Emma Shortis (Ep 255, 10 April)
Chas and Dr. Emma Shortis discuss various topics including the long and complex history of the world, nuclear dust, and thinking like an alien. They also cover current events such as a peace plan, Artemis II, and a Supreme Court birthright…
- THE YAWN ULTIMATUM! PEP with Chas & Jared Mondschein (Ep 254, 8 April)
Chas and special guest Jared Mondschein discuss current events and various topics, including Silicon Sampling, "The Mike Tyson Zone," and Canadian representation on Degrassi. The episode also covers polling updates and the latest on the 20…
- HAPPY MIDDLE EASTER! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 253, 3 April)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss Gollum Having An Abortion, The 7 Stages Of Grieving A Shit War, and The Inventor of The Table. They also cover topics such as Cuba, Iran, Hegseth Issues, and the DHS shutdown.
- PEP252 CORRESPONDENCE EXTRA
Chas presents listener correspondence regarding PEP252. The episode covers a range of topics previously discussed in PEP252, including "To Be Fair Stings" and current events.
- HAVE AN ICE FLIGHT! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 252, 27 March)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss current events including the Gremlins Election, being teleported to a Waffle House, the Iran War, DHS shutdown, the SAVE America Act, special elections, the Supreme Court Mississippi Election Case, and Trump's new st…
- PEP251 CORRESPONDENCE EXTRA
Chas presents a correspondence extra episode, addressing listener replies and discussing topics such as geopolitical events, current affairs, and reactions to previous episodes. Timestamps are included for specific discussion points within…
- MINING NEMO? PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 251, 20 March)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss several topics including "Big Stack Bullies," "Excursion Crimes," and "The World's Luckiest Make A Wish Kid." They also provide updates on Iran, tariffs, and corruption.
- DIRE STRAIT! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 250, 13 March)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss "The Fail Son Air Force," "Dispensing The Pez," and "WE GOT HIM!!!!," along with other current events. They provide updates on the Iran War, the US economy, and a situation at the Anthropic Defense Department.
- NOEM HARD FEELINGS! PEP with Chas & Elle Hardy (Ep 249, 11 March)
Chas and guest Elle Hardy discuss topics including Elle's Cat Street Patrol, Kristi Noem, and the situation in Ukraine. The episode also touches on the SOTU Retrospective and Policy Time.
- PERSIAN CARPET BOMBING! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 248, 6 March)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss the Iran War, including its causes, reasons, and legality. They also delve into the Texas primaries and other political topics.
- COURT IN THE CROSSFIRE! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 247, 27 February)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss various topics including tariffs, politics, international relations, and current events. They cover subjects such as the state of the union, potential actions regarding Iran, and political controversies.
- TRICIA McLOCKEDOUT! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 246, 20 February)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss topics such as current events, government, and The War on Anything, with detailed timestamps for listener convenience. This episode of PEP may contain explicit language.
- EVERY-BONDI HURTS! PEP with Chas & Melina Wicks (Ep 245, 17 February)
Chas and Melina Wicks discuss various topics including Kid Rock, the Fulton County Elections Office Raid, the Epstein Files, and the Bondi Hearing. The episode includes discussions on good journalism, nationalizing elections, and general E…
- PEP CON CHAS Y EL DR DAVE (Episodio 244, 13 De Febrero)
Chas and Dr. Dave discuss a range of topics, including "The Dick Around Zone," Stephen Miller, and nuclear weapons. The episode also touches on current events, politics, and media figures.
- BREAKING THE ICE: PEP with Chas & Jared Mondschein (Ep 243, 8 February)
Chas and guest Jared Mondschein discuss a range of topics including Haiti, political figures like Trump, and foreign policy. The conversation also touches on current events and social issues.
- 2025 PEPMAS SPECIAL PART 3: PEP with Chas & John Barron (Ep 242-3, 3 December)
Chas, John Barron, and Lachy discuss Chas' favorite footage, Tricia McLaughlin's Upside-Down World, and the Noel + Liam Gallaghers of US Politics. The episode also includes a Q&A with John Barron and a segment on Chicago and immigration.
- 2025 PEPMAS SPECIAL PART 2: PEP with Chas & Beau Glass & Melina Wicks (Ep 242-2, 30 November)
Chas, Beau Glass, and Melina Wicks discuss various political subjects. These include topics such as the Comey Dismissal, Texas Redistricting, MTG's Resignation, and situations in Venezuela.
- 2025 PEPMAS SPECIAL PART 1: PEP with Chas & Bill & Elle & Jared (Ep 242, 28 November)
Chas, Bill Wyman, Elle Hardy, and Jared Mondschein discuss "Desiring Desire Itself," "Reasonable Jared," and "How Groceries Is A Very Accurate Word." They also cover topics such as Nuzzi/Lizza, RFK + The CDC Website, Ukraine, Mamdani v Tru…
- THE GREENE NEW DEAL: PEP with Chas & Mari Koeck (Ep 241, 22 November)
Chas and guest Mari Koeck discuss a range of topics, from political commentary on the Comey Clown Car Caucus to a detailed examination of the Epstein case, including various related individuals and incidents. The episode also touches on cu…
- CHUCKING SCHUMER? PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 240, 15 November)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss various current events including political topics such as President MTG?, Nate Dogg & Warren G in the Supreme Court, and legislative updates. They also cover economic issues including housing affordability and tariff…
- THE MID-MID-TERMS SPECIAL! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 239, 8 November)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss a range of topics including Truth Social deployments, election results from Virginia, New Jersey, and New York, and updates on corruption. The episode also covers the National Guard case and the filibuster.
- THE EPSTEIN ASSOCIATE FORMERLY KNOWN AS PRINCE: PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 238, 1 November)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss a range of topics including an Epstein update, government shutdown, Venezuela, and recent Supreme Court developments. The episode also covers various current events and listener correspondence.
- STRICTLY BALLROOM! PEP with Chas & Dr Emma Shortis (Ep 237, 28 October)
Chas and Dr. Emma Shortis discuss a range of subjects including politics, current events, and cultural topics. The episode covers "Fine Ladies' Schlopping," "Madam Doom," and "Billions of Dollars Worth of Talent." This episode may contain…
- A LITTLE BIT OF ALBO ROOM: PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 236, 24 October)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss current events such as the situation in Venezuela, the China trade war, the Shutdown Update, and the Supreme Court Voting Rights Act. They also touch on topics like The Day The Jacaranda Died and Christmas in Venez…
- CRAZY LITTLE KING CALLED TRUMP: PEP with Chas & Jared Mondschein (Ep 235, 20 October)
Chas and guest Jared Mondschein cover a range of topics including Trump, Gulf Monarchs, Gaza ceasefire, Nobel Prize, Pentagon media rules, the state of US media, and countering "terrorism." This episode also includes discussions on EU GDP,…
- CHICAGO BULL: PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 234, 10 October)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss topics such as JD's Smile Coach, Dead Dog Mediums, and the idea of haters being waiters. They also cover updates on Pharma, Comey, Israel, and other current events.
- SHAVING PRIVATE RYAN! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 233, 3 October)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss current events including tariffs, a government shutdown, and a Gaza peace plan. They also cover topics such as correspondence, updates, and a Michigan Mormon shooting. This episode may contain explicit language.
- TYLE-NOOOOOOO!!! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 232, 26 September)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss current events including Real Estate Voices, The My Chemical Romance of International Relations, and the topic of Too Much Liquid. The episode may contain explicit language.
- PEP 231 EXTRA! (PEEP 231) - MONDSCHEIN MADNESS with Chas & Jared Mondschein
Chas and Jared Mondschein discuss a range of subjects including politics, current events, and books. The episode covers updates on various topics and includes a segment with Jared Mondschein.
- KIMMEL & BOOT: PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 231, 19 September)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss various topics, including Jimmy Kimmel, Brendan Fraser, and a Sesame Street episode. They also provide updates on Venezuela, TikTok, and crime crackdown and delve into Charlie Kirk's commentary on a shooting.
- THE IGNITED STATES: PEP with Chas & Melina Wicks (Ep 230, 12 September)
Chas and Melina Wicks discuss updates on current events such as Israel, tariffs, unemployment, and an RFK hearing. The episode also covers topics like the Charlie Kirk assassination and the Epstein update.
- THE MAHA RAJAH! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 229, 5 September)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss "Mr 18 Corona Lunch", "The Death Porn Golden Age", and "The Iguana at Jurassic Park". They also cover topics such as Trump, tariffs, drinking statistics, and court victories.
- DESPERATELY BEATING SUSAN? PEP with Chas & Elle Hardy (Ep 228, 2 September)
Chas and Elle Hardy discuss winery solidarity, Democrat Spring Chickens, and Utah politics. They also cover updates on Bolton, a tariff court case, budget cuts, 2026 polling, key races, gerrymandering, Newsom tweets, the Elon America Party…
- DEFEDESTRATED! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 227, 29 August)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss various topics including The Trash Brigade, Exam Roulette, and A Very Frog Week. They also discuss current events such as the firing of Lisa Cook and the John Bolton raid.
- SUMMIT LOVIN' PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 226, 22 August)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss a range of topics including Mr Squiggle's Agent, The Kitchen Appliance Wars, and issues related to body language experts. They also cover current affairs such as State Capitalism, Tariff Updates, the situation in Ukr…
- CAPITAL PUNISHMENT! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 225, 15 August)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss various current events, including political figures, international conflicts, and domestic issues. They also recommend several books for further reading.
- REVISION: IMPOSSIBLE! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 224, 8 August)
Chas and Dr. Dave cover a wide range of topics, including trade tariffs, current economic news, employment reports, and a discussion on gerrymandering. The episode also explores international affairs regarding Gaza and includes various sta…
- LET'S FAKE A DEAL! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 223, 1 August)
Chas and Dr Dave discuss topics including Pandaplomacy, Awake Apnoea, Elton John's "Art of the Comeback" Tribute, Epstein updates, and international tariff deals. The episode also covers updates on immigration and Russiagate.
- TREASONABLE DOUBT! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (& Jim Holding) (Ep 222, 25 July)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss topics including The Maxwell Cinematic Universe, red cordials, team names, Epstein, and Ukraine. They also feature an interview with Jim Holding.
- PEP 221 EXTRA! (PEEP 221) THE WORST OF THE WORST with Melina Wicks & Bill Wyman (21 July)
Chas and Dr Dave are joined by Melina Wicks and Bill Wyman to discuss a range of topics including current events, Epstein updates, NPR/PBS defunding, and immigration.
- PEPSTEIN ISLAND! PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 221, 18 July)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss McRib Prediction Markets, The New Jersey Gaming Commission Deputy Under-Assistant, and The All-Nail Coffin. This episode of PEP may contain explicit language.
- PEP 220 EXTRA with Chas & Melina Wicks (14 July)
Chas and Melina Wicks catch up on missed topics during the IndePEPence Day break, discussing current events and updates on political figures, legal cases, and natural disaster responses.
- FRIENDS WITH DEFICITS: PEP with Chas & Dr Dave (Ep 220, 11 July)
Chas & Dr Dave discuss topics including "Operation Midday Hammered," addictions, and a significant loophole. The episode may contain explicit language.
- CUOMOPHOBIA! PEP with Chas & Jared Mondschein (Ep 219, 27 June)
Chas and Jared Mondschein discuss current events, including updates on US Steel, the Iran War, the New York Mayoral Primary, and immigration. The episode also touches on diverse subjects like Glowing Orbs and "Putting the 'A' Back in Israe…