The Jimmy Dore Show

In this episode Jimmy criticizes Metallica frontman James Hetfield for telling concertgoers that the band is not there to influence them politically and describing political issues as "bullshit," leading Jimmy to point out that dismissing other artists' political advocacy is itself a political statement. Jimmy notes that Metallica has a long history of addressing political and social issues through songs about war, injustice, censorship, and government power, while also publicly supporting Ukraine, demonstrating Hetfield's inconsistent, hypocritical stance.

Journalist Matt Taibbi mocked the idea of heavy metal as political, leading Jimmy to observe that Taibbi and others apply different standards to political expression depending on whether they agree with the message, particularly regarding Israel and Palestine. Citing musicians including Dave Matthews, Axl Rose, and Zach Bryan who have expressed support for Palestinians, Jimmy argues that artists should be free to speak on political issues and accuse critics of hypocrisy when they welcome political statements they agree with but condemn opposing views.

Plus segments with Col. Douglas Macgregor on Trump's plan to pay Russia for oil and the impending economic collapse, and others from his recent panel show on whether Sydney Sweeney is a honeypot operation and a leading Israeli rabbi labeled "antisemitic" by Neftali Bennet.

Also featuring Mischa Paullin, Stef Zamorano, Elaine Culotti, Tim Hockenberry and Jay Johnston.

Jimmy and his live show panelists Stef Zamorano, Elaine Culotti, Tim Hockenberry and Jay Johnston mock several verbal slips by Turning Point USA figures discussing Charlie Kirk's death, his widow Erika Kirk, and commentator Candace Owens. The panel highlight comments that appear to accuse Erika of murdering Charlie and suggest Candace would hate Erika for "murdering" rather than marrying him, while criticizing TPUSA figures for refusing to cooperate with an independent investigation at Utah Valley University.

They also ridicule attempts to explain away the remarks, accusing the speakers of gaslighting viewers after the comments are replayed, and share an AI-generated parody that exaggerates the suspicions and awkward phrasing for comedic effect. The segment ends with broader allegations from the hosts about infighting and possible financial misconduct among people surrounding Charlie Kirk, alongside speculation about his views on Israel.

Plus segments on Sean Hannity claiming he was pressured to push the COVID vaccine, Tucker Carlson agreeing with Marjorie Taylor Greene's savage takedown of President Trump and the "Free Palestine" banner that flew over Robert Kraft's stadium during a recent NFL game.

Also featuring Mischa Paullin, Stef Zamorano and Mike MacRae. And a phone call from Michael Douglas!

For this episode Jimmy interviews independent medical researcher Matthew Cormier about recent research suggesting that average human body temperature has declined from the historically cited 98.6°F to roughly 97.7–97.9°F, which Cormier argues may indicate broader problems involving immune function and metabolism. He links lower body temperature to immunosuppression, chronic infections, metabolic disorders, and exposure to environmental toxins, while also discussing possible roles for antibiotics, heavy metals, wireless radiation, and other factors.

The conversation also covers fasting, autophagy, the microbiome, thermoregulation, and the hypothalamus, with Cormier emphasizing that attempts to improve immune and metabolic function can have different effects depending on an individual's underlying health conditions. The interview concludes with Cormier calling the decline in body temperature a major health warning that deserves more research and public attention.

Plus segments on actor Mark Ruffalo calling Biden administration officials "war criminals," the Trump administration's threats to sanction the U.K. for opposing Israel's West Bank settlements and Trump's diabolical plan to steal the midterm elections.

Also featuring Tony Heller, Stef Zamorano, Mischa Paullin and Mike MacRae. Plus a phone call from Kash Patel!

Jimmy is joined by former CIA analyst Larry Johnson to discuss the possibility of a U.S. amphibious operation or ground invasion of Iran, focusing on the deployment of additional American troops, aircraft carriers, Marines, and other military assets to the Middle East. Johnson argues that reports of a potential landing at Iran's Chabahar port would expose U.S. forces to Iranian anti-ship missiles and difficult resupply conditions, comparing such an operation to Churchill's disastrous Gallipoli campaign of World War I.

The conversation then turns to the global diesel shortage, declining fuel supplies, fertilizer production, rising food and restaurant prices, and the economic effects of Russia and China restricting diesel exports, with Johnson describing how higher energy costs are affecting American businesses and workers. The segment concludes with criticism of both Republican and Democratic leadership over Iran policy and economic conditions, including discussion of a Florida mining worker and neighbor of Johnson's who reportedly plans to switch his vote after facing a future layoff.

Plus segments on Ukraine's likely collapse within six months, the strategy behind Trump's pullback of B-1 bombers from the U.K., Candace Owens' explanation for the surge in news coverage of parents murdering their children and the latest Trump administration assault on free speech.

Also featuring Mischa Paullin and Mike MacRae. And a phone call from Jeff Bridges!

This episode focuses on country star Zach Bryan wearing a "Free Palestine" shirt while performing at Gillette Stadium, in what was clearly a public challenge to stadium owner Robert Kraft and his previous ban involving pro-Palestinian performer Macklemore. Bryan's bandmates also displayed Palestinian symbols, including a jersey honoring five-year-old victim Hind Rajab, while Bryan is described as taking political positions that are not typical of mainstream country musicians.

Jimmy contrasts Bryan's actions with Ed Sheeran's cowardly response to the controversy, arguing that attempts to suppress pro-Palestinian expression can generate more attention through the "Streisand effect," while he mocks critics who predicted Bryan would alienate his audience after he continued wearing the shirt. The segment concludes by emphasizing Bryan's reported attendance record at Gillette Stadium and presenting his actions as an example of artists resisting pressure to conform.

Plus segments on the whistleblower who exposed Howard Lutnick's criminality's recent "suicide," the Florida AG suing Pfizer for lying about the COVID vaccine's effectiveness and how China will use partnerships rather than violence to dominate the global marketplace.

Also featuring Stef Zamorano, Mischa Paullin and Col. Lawrence Wilkerson!

A reported incident involving an attempted hijacking of a flight from the UAE to Israel was fabricated or staged as an Israeli false flag, Jimmy suggests, as he and Americans' Comedian Kurt Metzger question reports that an Omani co-pilot attacked the pilot and that an Israeli plumber took control of the aircraft. The two focus heavily on inconsistencies in the reported flight data and cabin footage, including the claimed rapid descent, aircraft speed, lack of visible injuries or cabin disruption, oxygen masks, the damaged rudder, and the plumber's alleged ability to stabilize the aircraft, while citing two pilots who questioned whether some of the reported numbers were physically plausible.

The discussion then connects the incident to broader allegations about Netanyahu, Mossad, Israeli elections, October 7, 9/11, and alleged false-flag operations, presenting these claims as proof of a wider Israeli strategy despite the transcript providing no independent verification for many of them. The segment concludes by criticizing CNN, GB News, and other media coverage for accepting the reported account, while the hosts argue that the available footage and pilot commentary undermine the official version of events.

Plus segments on the pressure tactics used by the FBI to elicit a confession from an autistic black man to the January 5, 2021 DC pipe bombing and retired Col. Lawrence Wilkerson's claims that the Houthis could capture the Saudi Arabian capital.

Also featuring Stef Zamorano and Mike MacRae! And a phone call from Kash Patel!

In this episode Jimmy discusses the controversial Cornell University sexual-assault case involving a former student who alleged that seven fraternity members gang-raped her while she was intoxicated and using ketamine. The discussion highlights Sunny Hostin's legal analysis that, under her interpretation of New York law, voluntary intoxication alone does not automatically establish inability to consent, and it emphasizes details from the earlier statement describing consensual sexual activity, boundaries being respected, and the difficulty prosecutors would face proving criminal charges beyond a reasonable doubt.

Jimmy cites Glenn Greenwald who focuses on due process and the presumption of innocence, criticizing the public dissemination of the accused students' names and photographs and comparing the controversy to the Duke lacrosse case, while Stef Zamorano emphasizes the seriousness of the allegations and the effects of alcohol and ketamine on everyone involved. The segment concludes with criticism of political and social-media reactions to the case, including comments by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, while arguing that alleged misconduct, criminal liability, and public punishment without a conviction should be distinguished.

Plus segments on the recent US military decision to pull out of Iraq entirely and President Trump expressing support for Flock cameras.

Also featuring Col. Lawrence Wilkerson and Mischa Paullin!

This segment focuses on Candace Owens's response to an independent investigation into security failures surrounding the assassination of Charlie Kirk, with Owens accusing Turning Point USA and its leadership of withholding information and attacking critics who questioned the official account. Jimmy and Americans' Comedian Kurt Metzger discuss Owens's allegations about Erica Kirk, Blake Neff, and Andrew Kolvet and the organization's handling of the investigation, while presenting various claims about internal relationships, security decisions, and possible conflicts.

The discussion broadens into the hosts' longstanding skepticism of the official narrative surrounding Kirk's death, their criticism of political influencers and media figures who accept the FBI narrative, and their broader argument that powerful institutions use personal attacks and political labels to discourage scrutiny. The episode concludes with the hosts connecting their views about government, war, political power, and the Charlie Kirk investigation to their broader criticism of Donald Trump and other political institutions.

Plus segments on the new pro-pedo film about Dateline's Chris Hansen and To Catch a Predator, Maine Senator Susan Collins getting caught taking bribes and Tyler Robinson's father reportedly claiming his son never confessed to killing Charlie Kirk.

Also featuring Stef Zamorano!

Troop movements and other indicators suggest the Trump administration is preparing for a major expansion of U.S. military operations against Iran, including a possible ground operation. So says retired Col. Douglas Macgregor as he examines reports of deployments, weapons, aircraft, personnel and other substantial U.S. military preparations in the region, although this does not guarantee that a full-scale ground invasion has been ordered.

Jimmy discusses the logistical difficulties and risks of a ground invasion, including the size and distribution of U.S. forces, air and missile defenses, and Iran's terrain and military capabilities. He also criticizes U.S. foreign policy and argues that the conflict could continue or escalate after the November midterm elections, while reporting indicates that U.S. officials have considered both additional military action and diplomatic negotiations.

Plus segments on Benjamin Netanyahu's recent appearance at the United Nations General Assembly, Tucker Carlson's upsetting description of his meeting with Trump prior to the Iran War and Syrian President al-Jolani's refusal to discuss his al-Qaeda background and 9/11.

Also featuring Mischa Paullin, Chris Keene and Mike MacRae. And a phone call from Alec Baldwin!

In this episode, Jimmy discusses Glenn Greenwald's recent appearance on Piers Morgan's program, focusing on a debate with former Mumford & Sons band member Winston Marshall over Ed Sheeran, Macklemore, political expression by musicians, and comparisons between the Free Palestine movement and Black Lives Matter. Greenwald argues that Sheeran's criticism and pressure surrounding Macklemore's removal from his tour should be distinguished from the kind of public criticism Sheeran has received.

The discussion then expands into allegations about Israel's conduct in Gaza, civilian casualties, the October 7 attacks, and the treatment of journalists, with Jimmy pointing to the estimated 75,000+ violent deaths in Gaza through early January 2025, with women, children, and older people comprising 56.2% of those deaths, while CPJ has documented very high numbers of journalists killed in the conflict.

The segment concludes with broader arguments about celebrity political responsibility, censorship, artistic expression, and whether wealthy entertainers should publicly take positions on contentious political issues.

Plus segments on Trump's hamfisted effort to ban CNN & MSNOW reporters from the White House, why Trump's latest threat to nuke Iran should be taken seriously and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani caving to pressure and abandoning threats to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu.

Also featuring Mischa Paullin, Stef Zamorano and Mike MacRae. And a phone call from JD Vance!