The Professor Penn Podcast

Episode #227 of the @professorpennpodcast. David emphasizes the importance of getting to know your political neighbors and building bridges within your community. He reflects on Episode 226 with Mohamed Amin Ahmed, using it as a springboard for a deeper discussion on faith, dialogue, and division. In The News That Matters, David covers the return of reciprocal tariffs and what that means for global trade, Trump’s upcoming meeting w...

Episode #226 of the @professorpennpodcast. David is joined by Mohamed Amin Ahmed—Founder, Chairman, and Executive Director of Average Mohamed, a nationally recognized voice in the fight against violent extremism. They explore Mohamed’s personal story, the history of immigration and its ties to Somalia, and his perspective on what’s truly at risk in America today. With a strong focus on civic engagement, Mohamed leaves the audience ...

Episode #225 of the @professorpennpodcast. Professor Penn is joined by Minnesota Governor candidate Phil Parrish for a powerful and revealing conversation. They discuss what Phil would do in his first 100 days as governor, along with some of the shocking things he’s uncovered about how politics really works behind the scenes in Minnesota. The discussion takes a deeper turn as Phil shares his leadership philosophy—highlighting his L...

Episode #224 of the @professorpennpodcast. David explores Thomas Paine’s powerful critiques on religion and examines how religion and politics continue to intersect—asking whether politics has become a form of religion itself. He covers The News That Matters and dives into the ongoing investigation into Barack Obama and the possibility of treason. The episode closes with a compelling discussion on the idea that treason is culture-b...

Episode #223 of the @professorpennpodcast. David examines the dark legacy of Epstein Island and draws powerful parallels between the biblical story of Abraham and Isaac and the challenges we face in today’s world. He breaks down the News That Matters and takes a close look at Minneapolis mayoral candidate Omar Fateh—a self-proclaimed socialist. Throughout the episode, David emphasizes the urgent need for we the people to get involv...

Episode #222 of the @professorpennpodcast. David asks a pressing question: How do we know what’s true in the middle of an information war? In this episode, he explores how to shift the culture and break free from the trap of division. He also discusses Donald Trump’s investigation into whether the Obama administration played a role in the Russian collusion hoax. Additional topics include updates on the war in Ukraine, international...

Episode #221 of the @professorpennpodcast. David is joined by Richard Baris, also known as The People’s Pundit, a respected pollster and political analyst known for his work on election forecasting and voter behavior. They dive into Richard’s background and his insights on Minnesota politics and the current state of the Republican Party. The conversation also explores Donald Trump’s recent actions and how they’re impacting his supp...

Episode #219 of the @professorpennpodcast. David dives into AIPAC and its history with Nixon, the details of Trump working out a Hamas and Israel ceasefire, and updates on Ukraine weapon shipments being on hold as Russia pushes through Ukraine. He also examines whether Xi Jinping might be losing political power, the passing of the "Big Beautiful Bill," Trump's continued push for tariffs, and reviews key parts of The Truth Hurts int...

Episode #210 of the @professorpennpodcast. David dives into the Biden administration’s use of immigrants, the Minneapolis “raid” in a sanctuary city, and the need for universal political involvement. He covers the 50% tariff hike on steel and aluminum, Trump’s progress in curbing big pharma, the medical industrial complex, the Ukraine-Russia conflict, and Ukraine’s history in 2016. David urges grassroots action, starting at the cau...