Dave Smith | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von

Dave Smith is a stand-up comedian, podcaster and political commentator. He hosts his own show “Part of the Problem w/ Dave Smith” and is one third of the comedy podcast “Legion of Skanks” with Big Jay Oakerson and Luis J Gomez.
Dave Smith joins Theo to talk about predictions for Trump’s second term, how governments control information to promote their agenda, and what a libertarian approach to solving America’s problems looks like.
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[@Hashashin_Fidayin]

Finally the 2 sides of my brain can sit down for a nice chat.

[@wildemthefem5773]

😂

[@youandyourmusic]

😂 honestly, yeah same.

[@timothyharkin]

That's autism. Have fun 😊

[@alyzak.8997]

hhahahaha yeah!

[@hankchinaski171]

Crazy man The arrogance on the right is just it's unfathomable how ignorant you guys are

[@squiggyg.8415]

What I love about Theo is that he doesn’t pretend he knows everything like a lot of people do, he will honestly ask honest questions

[@tocatcha6969]

He does know lots of stuff, but he pretends not to to get people to open up to him

[@thunder.ceases]

@@tocatcha6969this!!!

[@Catolicodeguerra]

@@tocatcha6969he also stays quiet when he needs to speak up like about israel oyy veyy

[@Mario_DiSanto]

He also feigns ignorance as part of his 'persona'.

[@irollerblade13]

@@tocatcha6969 He's got the alcoholic/addict brain like I do. We know a little about alot but not alot about little.

[@SitaRam-l1t3y]

Dude, Theo, just by being yourself you bring so much happiness into this world

[@BrianDeCosta]

Dave is single-handedly carrying the libertarian party's marketing department. He's been my favorite political voice over the last several years. Keep it up Dave

[@LeftWingNationalist]

Hes my favorite pundit. We disagree on economics. We align almost completely on foreign policy. I'd gladly vote for him for President

[@brianomoli4]

They need it desperately. Their pick of recent candidates has been the drizzling shits.

[@brianomoli4]

@@LeftWingNationalistI appreciate your foreign policy ideas. I need you to explain how the domestic policies you advocate differ from the country’s foreign policy. What I mean is, you advocate domestically the very same policies that you condemn internationally. Why is interference in other’s lives, in a foreign country, NOT ok but the very same interference domestically, is perfectly acceptable and just? That, in my mind, is the fatal contradiction of leftist/progressive ideas.

[@areaunderthecurve9918]

He voted for Trump. Dave is a Republican.

[@LeftWingNationalist]

@ The difference is consent and accountability. Domestically, policies come from a social contract and voluntary association where citizens have a say. Internationally, interference bypasses consent and imposes on sovereign nations. Supporting collective action at home while respecting sovereignty abroad aligns with my belief in voluntary association.

[@rustincole_w1339]

Theo looks like a dog trainer who gives them treats even when they aren't listening

[@ravinelson8809]

valid

[@fuckamericanidiot]

That just makes him sound like a moron.

[@brendancarey3419]

Theo couldn't have put it better himself haha

[@Secretdawg925]

Lmfao 😂😂😂

[@the-chris-show]

Bruh he does tho

[@dennisreinier2152]

Never seen theo get more serious than when he was swearing talking about how he and his kin never had a voice to say anything throughout his life. Shit was intense lol. Love this episode.

[@thefinestgames]

Cringe

[@DAWAXFAX]

im from nola he not lying we was the drunk party state forever even when they giv the weather on national news tip its cali miami nyc & texas sometimes but when it comes to movies and representation its cali n nyc all day look at the SUPER BOWL LIL WAYNE SHITS MORE YALL DONT SEE THE SOUTH AS MARKETABLE AS A CALI ARTIST BUT EVERY LEGACY ARTIST CAN PERFORM ANY WHERE INCLUDING THEIR HOMETOWN ITS CRAZY WHEN U THINK ABOUT IT

[@malinko35]

timestamp - 1:27:00

[@matildo4ka7]

No one thinks about the poor in this country. Period. No matter if they're white or not. Them feeling bad for themselves is not relatable AF.

[@DHPerson1]

"Will the real Slim Savings please stand up" lmfao

[@MrHammerman97]

Off the cuff, love theo

[@Catolicodeguerra]

@@MrHammerman97theo was scared to talk truth about israel oyy veyyy

[@MrHammerman97]

@@Catolicodeguerra Truth? About how their whooping 3 Arab countries butts? Lol maybe they will learn not to attack again, hear that Iran?

[@gettinit1931]

​@@Catolicodeguerra Give the guy some credit .. I understand the movement and respect what you stand for (or against in some cases) as well as follow man JQ triggers ... But damn this where ya lose me at. Just because Theo didn't shit down the juice's is he now discredited? Or a bitch? Or what. Honestly curious

[@gettinit1931]

*follow some JQ truthers

[@TopShelfTheology]

Dave Smith is easily the most relatable libertarian I've ever seen. He makes the philosophy so accessible and real, and it comes from a normal dude.

[@benjaminacurry4867]

I disagree with Dave on many things, but listen to him regularly because I think he has insightful things to say, some times. So here I am

[@brianmcawesome]

Being Libertarian but not being autistic is basically a super power.

[@voccsaycee30]

Hes bass ackwards on izzyrael tho

[@officerdoofy7376]

No citizen should be denied the right to bear arms in order to protect trans people from marrying and starting a weed farm

[@badabing2302]

@@voccsaycee30he’s a Jew

[@lidiaadame422]

Didn't realize how much I needed this episode. Theo is so cute and respectful with good questions. So genuinely curious and Dave is so gracious with his answers and explanation. Breaks it down so perfectly. They're perfect together ❤️

[@sarcastanaut]

I like how Dave respects Theo's thought process and just politely waits for Theo's brain to catch up.

[@maaadcheddar]

@@sarcastanaut Dave is master class when it comes to conversation.

[@zenbrentdraper]

I like Dave but to say the ADL started with good intentions is ridiculous The ADL was started by the Jewish mafia to get a man out of prison who killed and brutally rapes a 13 year old girl

[@TYBG85]

Ya there was a handful of times where Theo just has no idea what hes saying and Dave just rolls with it, pretends it was an illuminating point and builds off of it. He never condescends.

[@AshleyKay-yl3wf]

This really was such a pleasant, easy-to-listen-to conversation. Interesting and they’re equally respectful of each other. I get so tired of people dominating the conversation or always interrupting.

[@AshleyKay-yl3wf]

@@TYBG85I noticed that too. Love it!! ❤

[@innernouter]

Theo is really the smartest guy in the room when it comes to promoting conversation and expanding the Overton window. His superpower is seeing through the deliberate obfuscation of issues and countering with simple obvious questions. Keep keeping it simple Mr Von. It's the path to wisdom.

[@moralhazard1]

He's genuinely curious and doesn't pretend to know and asks questions too

[@arjenrobbed1294]

Exactly, he knows more than he pretends to

[@arjenrobbed1294]

@@moralhazard1I think he knows more than he pretends. He just keeps it simple

[@Chiro_ASMR]

Well said

[@connergehdatbahng]

Table of Timestamps (In Honor of This Episode Being Such a Banger) 0:00 Comedy Show Date Announcements 0:45 Guest Introduction for Dave 1:25 (Podcast Musical Intro) 1:37 Living in an Old Folks' Home 4:50 Judaism, Israel, Zionism, & the 'Black Hebrew Israelites' 8:17 Dave Smith's Background in Politics & Comedy 10:52 The TikTok Ban / Osama Bin Laden 28:06 RussiaGate 29:51 (Advertisements) 32:44 The Media / Barbara the Australian Medicine Woman 33:36 The Palestine Conflict / Theo in Cuba 49:39 Nicotine 50:19 More About TikTok 56:25 Rich People 57:00 TikTok & X 59:01 (Advertisements) 1:00:30 Censorship / Mark Zuckerberg / Facebook Scandals 1:22:07 The Egyptian Revolution 1:23:20 Mistrust in the Government / California's Fires & Other Issues 1:48:15 (Advertisements) 1:49:52 More About the California Fires 1:50:18 Mel Gibson on the Joe Rogan Podcast Reaction 1:52:05 The California Fires (In Depth) 1:55:05 Least Favorite of Trump's Picks 1:56:05 Neocons, 9/11, & The Middle Eastern Conflicts Conspiracy 2:16:58 Other Least Favorite Trump Pick 2:19:45 Trump VS the Deep State / American Cultural Reset 2:21:52 Unhealed Wounds of History 2:25:09 Elon, Vivek, & DOGE 2:25:40 Corporate Control of Our Lives 2:28:09 Elon, Vivek, & DOGE (In Depth) 2:32:19 The World Wars 2:33:27 America's Drug & Health Problem / The Jan. 6 Incident 2:36:39 Controlling the Masses / Henry Kissinger 2:39:40 Israel / Power Struggles 2:42:21 Nationalism, Loyalty, & American Dominance After WW2 2:47:31 Libertarian Views on Healthcare 2:50:41 The Federal Reserve / Richard Nixon / Fort Knox 2:59:53 The 2025 Inauguration of Donald J. Trump / Election Season Analysis 3:02:23 People, Fairness, Politics, Life, & Misinformation 3:04:30 Dave's Upcoming Shows & Events / The 1 Million $ Hotel Stay / Skankfest Info 3:08:43 Theo & Dave Reflect on this Podcast Episode

[@admetussenatorofthesullane7759]

Timestamp people are the most under appreciated collective in our society

[@steakman]

You're a legend. Keep it up.

[@stevievannailinpalin4583]

@@admetussenatorofthesullane77591000000%

[@N3aWajhey]

Bro i appreciate you for real👑

[@connergehdatbahng]

@@N3aWajheymy pleasure

[@metalandhammer]

1. I adore Theo. He asks the most basic questions that Americans have no knowledge of. 2. I just started following Dave Smith he’s really funny and knows so much about Israel/palestine history. He is Jewish, but he’s not blindly taking Israel’s side in this genocide. He is genuine and seems to be a very kind human being. 3. I really loved this episode. one of the best interviews. Thank you

[@amatto-y1w]

Yeah Dave seems level-headed. Never heard of him before

[@voccsaycee30]

Beware -- he states some falsehoods and skips over all kinds of stuff. He absolutely does not know everything nor is he an expert nor does his religion he was born into give his thoughts any more validity.

[@mattkirby994]

@@voccsaycee30what falsehoods

[@daveBit15]

@@voccsaycee30 Enumerate those falsehoods, please.

[@alanmccracken573]

Yeah, what falsehoods? You just sound like a bitter Zionist. Which tells me that you are spouting falsehoods. For sure

[@stephenlaslo]

Theo Von + Dave Smith = Instant Click

[@jacobbrown3242]

Instant nope for me once he started on that liberal shit

[@KrispyCREAME805]

@@jacobbrown3242 Theo brought him in to talk about libertarian POV on the recent events in USA. idk exactly what liberal ish your referring to but i wasnt turned off by much of anything Dave said. But i will say the few jokes that Theo said that made Dave bend over away from the mic to laugh were such funny moments. Theo is so genuine and original its undeniably funny. ( i cant find the first one & "This is bad" *African Accent)

[@InspectorButters4]

​@@jacobbrown3242it's "Libertarian" not "Liberal" u genius 😂 Jfc it's scary that people like u can vote, or drive........ just wow 🤦‍♂️

[@InspectorButters4]

​@@KrispyCREAME805lol the dude doesn't even know the difference between Libertarian and Liberal, but felt the need to let us know he wasn't about it....... even tho he has no idea what "it" is 😂😂😂 The brilliance of some people on YT never ceases to amaze me

[@kski5432]

Dave is very conservative. Since he's had kids he seemed to change his stance. He just doesn't bilk for the whole who who's ​@@jacobbrown3242

[@anonnnnnnnnnnnn]

A Palestinian Christian here. You are the GOAT Theo, Dave too

[@samuhlm2]

Nice side with the ppl who’ve taken Bethlehem from 90% Christian to now 80% Muslim and growing. Thats awesome for your ppl since that’s the only place in either territory Christian’s are left. And they live as dimmi’s. You aren’t actually a Palestinian tho at least not since your parents or grandparents fled the very ppl you’re supporting. Smart

[@masterofshadows8904]

Praying for you brother.

[@tracischraenkler4801]

I believe you and I are Israel. It's not a new plot of land or an old plot of land but it's the name God calls his children by. It's the children who admit they need a Savior. Our Savior is not Trump or any other fallen man or angel, our Savior is Jesus Christ. While men fight over oil that was promised to Ishmaels sons and daughters and whatever else men fight over, We stand in the promise that every human being can claim, eternity with Jesus and forgiveness from sin.

[@sidhamze4239]

@@tracischraenkler4801 put down the crack pipe

[@Pau11Wa11]

@anonnnnnnnnnnnn so many of us Christians are praying for you and your fellow Christians in that region. I hope you’re doing alright over there. @tracischraenkler4801 hit the mail on the head. Couldn’t have said it better myself

[@illtakethebox]

Theo I sincerely appreciate your quest to keep asking questions and seek information in this age of deception. It makes me proud as an American. o7

[@Raees.S]

He is a beacon of light in this age for real. I'm not even Murican but he gives me hope

[@trxpster1851]

o7 🇺🇸

[@Truth_seeker1984]

O7

[@AshleyKay-yl3wf]

I agree!! Love his curiously and how down-to-earth he is.

[@maaadcheddar]

Seeing Dave on these more mainstream platforms makes me stoked. Libertarianism needs a good rep like Dave. The GOAT.

[@robbyrobot3303]

Why did he say the ADL was started with good intentions?

[@maaadcheddar]

@robbyrobot3303 I didn't hear him say that. Not saying you're wrong I just didn't hear it. 45 minutes in so far.

[@ryan.gugliotti]

Nothing about Dave Smith is libertarianism.

[@mookhustle848]

@@ryan.gugliotti I'm not sure you know what Libertarianism is all about

[@amandam6263]

💯 these are 2 of my favorite people

[@willman9567]

Theo's rant of not having a voice was very powerful. He is like the old folksy poets. That speaks for the forgotten people ❤

[@BornAHawkEye]

Theo's going to find out what the ADL is today😂

[@jeremyweems4916]

*Raspy weak voice* "We were recently disturbed and upset by your antisemitic podcast..."

[@SmokeSherm]

And also why it ACTUALLY started

[@BornAHawkEye]

@@jeremyweems4916 🤣

[@warhellride]

@@SmokeSherm EXACTLY! This fella knows they were literally created to defame a man and frame him for the 🍇 of a girl

[@jesushendrix1774]

I thought Dave was about to tell him about the pencil factory but of course he didn’t say it.

[@k.c.simonsen2]

This is the best episode of this podcast by far, never knew how great of a dynamic these two would have and this is the perfect time in history for this conversation.

[@wildemthefem5773]

Two of my favorite comedians! Dave is the political GOAT. He single-handedly changed the way I view government. I never miss his pod. And Theo is probably the funniest person alive and a sweetie to boot. He had too many one-liners in this video to remember. Great listen start to finish.

[@Globalwarmer]

I love that Theo has no problem openly admitting that he doesn't know what something is, and then asks for a further explanation. Most people will pretend they understand, and just let the moment pass them by.

[@johnrhonolds2081]

he understands how to learn. what a great attitude.

[@thegnosticalien]

3 hours of theo x dave smith is such a glorious gift

[@RaymondRAYCE]

Amen

[@zenbrentdraper]

I like Dave but to say the ADL started with good intentions is ridiculous The ADL was started by the Jewish mafia to get a man out of prison who killed and brutally rapes a 13 year old girl

[@auroraborealis13579]

And honestly, Dave great a great rundown of history here.

[@leviwithoutthejeans5088]

Mashallah

[@Ampleamp]

Yes! The guy I watch for keeping up with the world and the guy I watch to feel better in the same pod.

[@bradystroman7475]

This comment right here

[@Toddv1]

Dave Smith basically is my political party. He understands what's really important to the people of this country. We'd be lucky to have him as President one day.

[@the_cleaner9296]

Really glad Theo went 3 hours with this one

[@ajay.gillig]

AND a 5 hour Protect our Parks episode.. The Dawgs are gettin fed this week!

[@armyofautistics]

I wish he played this song for him: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3fKpHlohNVrrrMsi=wruqzAnaWXCiBMTl

[@xe666]

Theo Von on Legion of Skanks. Let's make it happen.

[@Nathanaelelliott]

Bro I've never even seen a single skank on that show. It's false advertising.

[@drinkmorecocacola]

When you hear the bomb blast

[@NoMaamNo]

Why

[@SpaceCatKungFu]

@@NoMaamNo Comedy

[@Ctpg93]

Praise God baby. Skank hands up 🫶🏼

[@tidepride86]

Dave's the only libertarian smart enough to know that you cant have a "live and let live" society without a shared moral framework. Only libertarian I've ever heard admit that

[@f52692]

“I try to be attached to principles and not politicians” if only everyone lived by this

[@jaimevogt1028]

Only problem is we only have a couple great voices

[@Pau11Wa11]

@jaimevogt1028 seriously. Shoutout to Thomas Massie!

[@climaxingwalrus7835]

Dave doesn't go by this

[@Alexrivers30]

Thats the message im trying to get across in my circle.

[@Ones_Complement]

Dave Smith is a national treasure.

[@zenbrentdraper]

token joo

[@zenbrentdraper]

I like Dave but to say the ADL started with good intentions is ridiculous The ADL was started by the Jewish mafia to get a man out of prison who killed and brutally rapes a 13 year old girl

[@scottdavies8675]

He is loved worldwide

[@danielj6824]

"The ground remembers" is one of Theo's best ever quotes.

[@Hobcore]

Dave always impresses me with his general knowledge. Sometimes I don’t agree with his viewpoints, but I definitely appreciate he at least has factual backing for his opinions.

[@RY_2023_]

Curios on what you don’t agree with ?

[@voccsaycee30]

He leaves out all kinds of facts though, and states stuff that's not true as if it's fact. Beware, just because he sounds like he knows everything doesn't mean he does...He doesn't.

[@neilrice2450]

he is confident that what he is syaing is facts and so it makes it believable but he is often just plain wrong.

[@daveBit15]

Sometimes I don't agree with Dave, but then he shows me the receipts...

[@daveBit15]

@@neilrice2450 Be explicit: what did he get wrong?

[@normclark7892]

Man, the Nicauagran came out in Theo hard with that mustache growth in the intro.

[@avicenna1977]

The goldenness of both of these thoughtful gentlemen is the empathy they extend to others. I've come to appreciate them both more and more after realizing the scarcity of their human decency and goodness. Stay gold.

[@gbhall]

Theo knows more than he lets on.

[@mxt9945]

He knows that early life

[@crowkangi]

he gets dude to kinda overexplain but its good for Theos audience.

[@brendancarey3419]

Jordan Peterson does a similar thing. He'll ask a simple question with an obvious answer to get the person to really think through why they came to that conclusion.

[@abezona]

@@brendancarey3419you think that’s what Theo is doing?

[@TyGuyVideoBlogz]

This is also a good tactic for seeing through people’s BS. A lot of people whether consciously or even subconsciously just regurgitate words and talking points without truly knowing the meaning behind it. By asking simple questions like ,”What does that mean?” It makes the person have to explain what they are saying in more detail and exposes those who really don’t know what they’re talking about.

[@strangenorth]

New Theo hitter praise God

[@waywordprairie922]

u even know grey block bro?

[@strangenorth]

@@waywordprairie922 I think that's on Pico Boulevard, on the way to the beach

[@InspectorButters4]

@@strangenorth Gang gang baby ✌️

[@waywordprairie922]

@ gang

[@ticratlamar]

I gotta say, the last 1/3 of the podcast at 2h:22m:22, was one the most profound, and spiritually accurate views that I have witnessed in the last recent years! (Dave / Theo) Thank you so much to both of you! I wish we'll have more of this from you Theo ! ❤❤❤

[@MrFlamesP]

This episode made too much sense. 💯💯💯💯

[@LAPAZ111]

I found this be very informative, I love how Theo asks the simple questions like certain definitions to words you hear all the time!

[@ericachacon8337]

"I don't mean to be mean to Israel,"... man, Theo is just such a sweetie. He really has a kind heart. ❤ Also- many thanks to Dave, for the most concise, informative explanation of the Israel/Palestine conflict that I've ever heard. What a wealth of knowledge he has!

[@kelliesuggs93]

YESSS!! I’ve been wanting to see Dave Smith on your pod for a LONG time 👏🏼. Absolutely love him! He’s been a favorite of mine for a long ass time. 😂

[@kevindecker7437]

This is the BEST POD CAST I have watched in a while. My brain hurts.🤣

[@deathhexxxgaming3431]

Theo... as a 12 year Army Veteran, with 2 combat deployments in Afghanistan, that has been out and REALLY stopped to think of things. I enlisted TWO WEEKS after my 17th birthday, November 14th, 2003. I was still a Jr in high school. I joined under the split option program in my state National Guard (because I was so fucked up and gung-ho on patriotism after 9/11), I went to basic training between my Jr and Sr year of high school, then finished my AIT after I graduated and went active duty right after that. I was deployed as a team leader, an E5 SGT, at the age of 20. I was a Non-Commissioned Officer, a sergeant, a fire team leader, before I could buy a beer in a bar. I spent around 26 months total (went back for another deployment). What did I get for it all? Eventually, a broken back, fighting for fucking benefits I was always supposed to be entitled to if X things happened, but when they did, I was fought at every turn, in an attempt to fuck me out of it... I have an estranged daughter, an ex that I loved dearly, I became a drug addict, an opioid addict, from my injury and the military/VA THROWING high level painkillers at me for a couple years, then they some big change of heart and ripped them away and told me "good luck"... eventually I spent 5 years in prison over drugs. Now here I am at 38, picking up the pieces, basically a fucking adult child who can't get his shit together. And what was it all for? All that shit? That doesn't count the shit I saw while deployed (and YES, the Afghans love them some little boys... its literally just the thing to do there, like, you're the fucked up one if you don''t rape little boys....). The more and more I find out, the more knowledge I get and the older I get, the more knowledge that turns into wisdom, I am so fucking sickened by things... what was really happening, the lies we were told, the shit we were told to do, what it all was done for... I literally stayed in bed a week when we exited Afghanistan, high as hell... idk... is what it is. But no Theo, you're not fucked up with what you said... one fucked up thing.... since I left the service, I've lost more friends and know more people that have off''d themselves than I saw that were killed (or even just people that I knew personally were killed) on deployment. The government played the fuck out of us. I took the bait...

[@katrinamitchell1709]

My heart breaks for you and all vets, who the government has let down , Thank you for your service I wish you healing

[@Mrcontender05]

Thank u for your service and sacrifice 🙏

[@jadestanley3859]

Firstly, THANK YOU for your service as fucked as it all was...Secondly Im terribly sorry for what youve experienced. Dont be so hard on yourself, they knew and still know EXACTLY how to play on and manipulate us, why do you think they come to high schools all over the country to get you before you even have the ability to make an adult decision? I mean hell you shouldnt be allowed to even be spoken to by a military recruiter until your damn frontal lobe is fully developed. Major Issues with it all. But were all WAKING UP TO THE TRUTH MORE AND MORE so dont you give up on us yet. We need men like you to rebuild the golden era we are going to enter when we burn all these corrupt systems to the ground and "the powers that were" are only something we talk about to our grandkids to make sure that shit never happens again. Love and Positive energy I am sending to you.🤍🕊

[@JakeFallis75]

I’m right there with you my friend. Similar story. Similar results. Veteran suicides are driven by in my opinion one major factor and that’s “our system has no honor.” The military we have honor we come out here in the corporate civilian world. There is no honor and you’re forced to live a lie where you’re constantly contradicting who you are and what you stand for all to make money which no one can live without.

[@76063co2]

First, thank you for your bravery and willingness to stand up for your country. Second, THANK YOU for having the guts to say this. I didn't serve, but I remember this time very well, and know plenty of people that did. Some never came home. And at the time, if anyone questioned what the government was doing to our service men and women, the reply was always "Oh, so you don't support our military?!", when it was THEM that were disrespected the duty of our enlisted. And what may be even worse...those of them that came home have been discarded. Some end up on the streets, and some others have deleted themselves, because of being thrown away, after what they were put through. It really makes me furious. I'm sorry our government did that to you. We need more brave people like you willing to say it out loud. Some of us get it and want you to know, we see the lies too.

[@flanigantravis]

Honestly these two together are amazing. I would of never guessed this parining would mesh so well. More Dave/ Theo pods.

[@flanigantravis]

gah damn didn't realize your channel has blown up with subscribers. I feel it was 1.something not long ago.

[@stvbrsn]

@@flanigantravishaving Donald on might have caused a slight bump…

[@garthmanuel5701]

Dave having so much fun educating Theo

[@MathiasWarwick]

I think Theo plays dumb but he’s so earnest that it works

[@johnliberty3647]

He plays dumb so the audience can receive the education and not feel stupid for not knowing. Norm MacDonald discussed this behavior when talking about David Letterman, he played stupid but was a brilliant guy. The opposite was Bill Maher who isn’t that bright but has to show off how smart he is to compensate.

[@garthmanuel5701]

@ he does , also prob part of a character, but he does come up with some wild questions that i feel is genuinely him asking them....

[@MathiasWarwick]

@ facts bill is a follower and arrogant

[@jakespeed43]

​@johnlibOlayserty3647 Plays dumb? lmfaoo Okaay Pal

[@torched80]

This vs JRE - its always Theo

[@thunder.ceases]

I listen to Dave when I miss history class, I listen to JRE when I miss eavesdropping on people’s meandering convos at the bar, I listen to Theo when I feel light and fluffy (he carries the vibe even when the topics are serious), I listen to Aunt Timmy when I want to cackle/feel like I just earned a one way ticket to hell

[@slimekuniva6348]

@@thunder.ceasesaunt timmy is my favorite out of the group but all these guys are great

[@nathanwinhusen6017]

Why not both? I found Theo by listening to Rogan

[@waywordprairie922]

theo has slightly less bias... all the podcasts think the billionaires know whats best.... funny, as we all know better to our core, yet now JR(love joe but dont take his advice) thinks elon has answers and dana knows all. but reality is they have self interests, so will take 6 or so years for folks to figure it out. too many in USA think republics are good for freedom when we know republics are less free, and once more and more things get banned like porno planned parenthood and remove access to drugs folks will get it. hopefully usa gets uprising of a third party.

[@loganmiat]

TPW gonna end up like JRE if Theo keeps having a right wing grifters/useful idiots like Dave Smith on

[@kimberly_cristina]

As a veteran, I’m angry. There’s no accountability for invading Iraq. This is heartbreaking.

[@charlespancamo9771]

Totally agree. And damn... color me corrected on my previous comment. I checked your channel. You are TRULY a unicorn. A very intelligent and beautiful woman. I've honestly met next to none in my own life so excuse me for being a bit starry-eyed and mystified here. I'm the last one to simp so I humbly ask for you to please take the compliment well and I'll just be on my way. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, I 1000% agree with what you said and what you said bears repeating!

[@alejandrogn4]

All for Israel

[@micahwest2793]

Man this was a good one. Just recently got familiar with Dave's politics over the last year. Love the knowledge he spreads and love Theo not being afraid to ask questions.

[@TillerG7]

Dave’s a good dude. Highly intelligent, well spoken, doesn’t give a shit what anyone thinks of him.

[@TheStarcraftJunkie]

Dave takes the opposite position on any topic because it can render him views. He sucks.

[@b3dazzl3]

@@TheStarcraftJunkie🐀

[@InspectorButters4]

@ 37:54 that tickled Dave so much 😂 Theo is the only guy who can say stuff like that and u know it's never meant with malice, he's just thinking out loud and trying to bring a lil light to something with alot of darkness. That might be the hardest I've seen Dave laugh in forever

[@5dollarshake263]

Seeing Dave Smith and Theo Von in the same room makes me want to yell "My worlds are colliding Jerry!!!". Quite the ancient sitcom reference I apologize.

[@k.c.simonsen2]

Dave Smith: the comedian that other comedians ask questions when politics are heatin up. Senior smart guy field correspondent in the field, Dave Smith

[@llucard_]

if only dave was better informed..

[@OctavioIsais]

@@llucard_he is why you even hating 😂

[@Dan0TheMano]

@@llucard_maybe he’s informed and just doesn’t agree with you.

[@damiens6465]

Senior field correspondent in the field. Thats what I call myself in my field.

[@b3dazzl3]

@@llucard_🍉🇺🇸

[@squiggyg.8415]

Theo is smarter when he says he doesn’t know than those telling us what to think

[@thinkbeforeyoutype7106]

This was an amazing discussion. Thanks Theo Von and Dave Smith for your amazing work

[@YusefGof]

Dave’s going to have Theo thinking for weeks

[@J.JamesTheKid.]

😂

[@RMartin187]

3 hours and 12 minutes in Theos mind probably is equal to one week

[@zenbrentdraper]

I like Dave but to say the ADL started with good intentions is ridiculous The ADL was started by the Jewish mafia to get a man out of prison who killed and brutally rapes a 13 year old girl

[@grafdog44]

Theo is on the right path..

[@crowkangi]

ive been seeing a progression. Gabor mat'e was just on and hes an intense dude. deep empathy. Theo is a recovering addict. it kinda works

[@brianrosado9599]

Hes noticing

[@Dan0TheMano]

@@brianrosado9599yup. It’s the mass noticing, he’s no exception

[@shmosel_]

Monkey at the zoo throws poop and celebrates because his message is getting across

[@crowkangi]

@ 🍉

[@isaacmurphy591]

I love Theo's ability to come out one minute with the most basic question and the next minute with the most insightful take. The Wise Fool in action

[@TysonKyle88]

The best episode yet. I hope this gets to everyone in America.

[@Toddis]

Extremely grateful that Dave is so based and also popular So many people can get shaken awake if they're exposed to the truths he shares so eloquently he's a very informed individual and has great judgement, plus he's funny, a true Renaissance man 👏

[@charlespancamo9771]

This conversation is everything I've ever thought about my government since I've been alive and paying attention.

[@batteryhookup]

Theo is the most genuine dude on KZbin.

[@yoSassy]

Theo, you don’t give yourself enough credit because you’re one of the best podcasts out here right now. It takes great skill to bring humor appropriately while talking about serious subjects. Not only that, but your conversational skills are great and improving every interview! Your curiosity brings out questions we all ask and can never get answers to and you make your guests feel comfortable to speak openly and freely. The world needs more people like you. 🩷

[@LRM5195]

Wtf on my drive home from work I was just thinking about what a conversation between these two would be like and then this happens…haha 🤣

[@invictus_training_systems]

Please keep diving deeper into topics like this Theo! Love you brother, you’re helping so many of us learn exactly what’s needed. Gang gang boiiiiii.

[@christopherfrutos6388]

37:07 “Ive always had a barometer for the underdog” Well said Theo

[@GhaneSillis]

You ever thought of making a Theosaurus?

[@Nathanaelelliott]

That's a great idea. He has so many words he could put in it too.

[@bryandraughn9830]

What's another word for thesaurus?

[@OGRE_HATES_NERDS]

genius idea

[@123string4]

I've never heard of that dinosaur

[@fitnessfrank83]

​@bryandraughn9830 are you a Vonnoisseur?

[@tesspulido]

Brilliant. Kudos to Dave and Theo. Sharing to all the younger ones for awareness, and to the senior ones who've been through so much and are now, I'd like to think, are finally relieved that the world is healing.

[@CodCountry]

Congratulations on the mustache Theo ☠️😂

[@eelimemilee]

My biggest take away from the first 2 minutes is that Caleb Presley lives in a retirement home?! Im mean, hey, slay

[@miazooxo]

I know right 😂😂😂 idk how happy Caleb is going to be about Theo outing him like that 😂

[@firstlast476]

I couldn't imagine waking up to that smell every day

[@Chillllllbruh]

​@@firstlast476 it's a retirement like 55 plus community. So he has a house. Are you that dumb

[@eelimemilee]

@@firstlast476 mothballs and sea Bond

[@Rogerkonijntje]

@@firstlast476 toothless blowies, thats how you cope

[@FreckledGemini]

“That’s a slurp job”. I’ve been trying to put it into words since I forced myself to watch the clip. That’s it. I❤️Theo! Gang

[@alakazaam4292]

1:44:30 Theo: “who said that Rickey gervais?” 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@tbake1023]

Lol. Where did that even come from?!

[@alakazaam4292]

@@tbake1023 Dave did a weird British accent so Theo was joking how that’s a terrible Biden

[@dallaspatron7411]

Methylene blue has actually been a blessing for my autoimmune disease. Had to find pill form because the liquid turns your mouth blue. I was super skeptical but was at a point of desperation and tried it.

[@ArtemAlexandra]

Theo is our modern day Socrates - nothing but the hard hitting questions 🌿

[@irrelevantideology9640]

I love theo but don't be silly. Lol

[@ArtemAlexandra]

@@irrelevantideology9640 Hahaha, but silly is the name of the game!! ;D

[@FSUBrando]

Dave & Theo are about to turnaround this workday RIGHT NOW 🤘🏻 GANG GANG

[@BrandonBuckingham]

Legendary guest theo!! Good on you brother!

[@pageharmonium9957]

Is that BasedBuckingham himself ?

[@Joescrazypants]

@@pageharmonium9957yes he is based, slandered by IPOS = based

[@alexanderstergiou5799]

PKA legend ❤

[@danothedreadedbear2625]

This is one hell of an episode. Good job on this. How is it that 2 comedians have a better grasp and sense on financial and economic policies Than our own government does? Unfortunately, I have a feeling This is gonna be one of the ones that is taken down and hidden from the public. Because you guys hit on so many good points that they do not want us to know about hats off to you, gentlemen.

[@jopo4474]

Cuban-American here Theo and huge fan! Thanks for saying that truth of the oppression in that country of Cuba. A lot gets lost and romanticized here in the states and in film. Place has been ruined. Sad

[@jamesgains8652]

US sanctions might have something to do with it...

[@sherlockholmes6956]

I love these two. Truth is truth. Just don't act blind when you see or hear it. Falsehood can be preached 24/7, but you know a lie when you hear one. I'm glad people are waking up...I just hope they wake up fast and question everything that is fed to them. The longer people take to wake up, more lives are lost. Don't lose your humanity. There is no particular race that is chosen. If you fit the biological definition of humans, then just do good and don't spread corruption in the world.

[@76063co2]

Dave is the man. Thanks for having him on.

[@Che1seabluesdrogba11]

Hell yes Dave smith one of the GOATs

[@robbyrobot3303]

Until he said the ADL was started with good intentions. Wtf

[@westxranchin]

@@robbyrobot3303it was initially. It’s trash nowadays though

[@westxranchin]

@@robbyrobot3303 a lot of horrible organizations were initially meant to be something positive.

[@jcapellocolon]

Goat of what exactly?

[@jeremyweems4916]

​@@jcapellocolon The GOAT of mixing comedy, history, and politics into a podcast.

[@Uarehere]

The first hour of this podcast is the most chill I've ever seen Dave. We could use more of that.

[@grafdog44]

Liverpool 🇬🇧. Checking in..we love your fact Checking/ keep asking the questions we need asking bro 🙏 💯

[@stephenputman8894]

Was stoked when Rogan suggested they have a conversation and this did not disappoint!

[@stykessavant]

“Is that Graffiti” man Theo is a fucking treasure hahaha

[@spars2425]

Finally, My two sides of the night in one set. Thank you Theo ♥

[@JordanV-rd5uq]

This might be my favorite Theo podcast so far. Dave is very good laying things down in a digestible manner.

[@just_me_crystal_v1029]

Im just in awe of Theo. He's such good people.

[@dannysalinas8811]

I see Dave Smith on with Theo Von, I automatically click and like

[@Ssmarie9]

NOW THIS is what I’m talking about ! Helll yeah

[@teamsilva7563]

Dave is so well spoken on anything politics. It’s almost impossible to disagree with how he frames his perspectives.

[@ShawntelHargrove]

I see Dave Smith. I click the video. I like.

[@NickHale24-7]

Theo thanks for all that you say and do! I listen to you and Rogan everyday at work and it gets me through the day… nothing better than me crack up with my AirPods in and people be like wtf lol!! Thanks brother

[@systemrevolt7309]

Really great episode! The dynamic of personality was awesome.

[@straightlaces6266]

Dave Smith for president

[@christempleton9656]

I'm so freaking stoked about this! Dave is the best

[@HarryManback0]

This guy has always been insufferable. He needs to stop acting like an expert on geopolitical topics he knows absolutely nothing about.

[@christempleton9656]

@HarryManback0 he consistently wins debates about the issue

[@julesroy2264]

​@@HarryManback0 he was bang on with COVID

[@sz4450]

@@HarryManback0 Who hurt you lolll

[@manoverboard321]

​@HarryManback0 Translation: I'm jewish and don't like people who call us out for slaughtering women and children!

[@Unxpekted]

The tag team I never knew I NEEDED, Free Palestine & RIP to thousands of children whose dreams are lost, shoutout to a GREAT Jew Dave Smith for being a humanitarian and speaking up for the voiceless.

[@spiritualdebates9288]

Apart from that there is no genocide. Just look at the pics coming out of Gaza today. They are all fat!

[@1129a]

Awesome episode! Dave is extremely fair and knowledgeable

[@lindavictor3905]

Wow, I loved the analogy about feeding other children when your children are starving.

[@marab1440]

I love Dave. I owe so much of what I know and understand about politics to falling asleep to his podcasts, not cuz he's boring it's just his voice is so soothing. 😂❤

[@15forseenh]

Dave Smith is a national treasure 🥳🏴

[@djbargas4595]

Dave actually actually laughed at the rat 🐀 king’s jokes 😂😂😂😂😂