Acting President

About Acting President

When former California Governor James "Jimmy" Bennett stars in a hit streaming drama about seizing political power, he never expects fiction to bleed into reality. "Acting President" follows Bennett as his former Chief of Staff approaches him with a shocking proposal—to implement a real-world version of his television show's controversial storyline. As the lines between entertainment and political maneuvering blur, Bennett finds himself caught in a dangerous game with the highest possible stakes. When unexpected events in Washington coincide with the airing of the show's pivotal episode, mass confusion ensues as the public assumes it's brilliant viral marketing. Eight episodes of political intrigue, media manipulation, and one man's impossible choice between personal ambition and democratic principles.

Publisher

Pantheon Plus and Caloroga Shark Media

Category

fiction · fiction · tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Apr 2025

Latest episode

6 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Oct 2026

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2. 

   16 Feb 2026

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3. 

   6 Aug 2025

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4. 

   13 Jul 2025

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5. 

   29 Jun 2025

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6. 

   22 Jun 2025

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7. 

   14 Jun 2025

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8. 

   7 Jun 2025

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9. 

   1 Jun 2025

   8. Final Act

   Bennett reveals his story in a polarizing interview, while President Stillman addresses the public regarding a power grab, but a whistleblower exposes Pantheon's deliberate manipulation, as Garrett Fisher reflects on democracy in this final episode.

10. 

    25 May 2025

    7. Reality Check

    Speaker Hendricks assumes presidential power amid a constitutional crisis, while Bennett, detained after his speech, struggles to be believed as President Stillman returns, dividing Washington between competing realities, and Garrett Fisher questions the narrative.

11. 

    18 May 2025

    6. The Coup

    On the day of the military parade and "The Insurgent" episode six premiere, Bennett discovers non-military personnel operating Pantheon-branded vehicles that break formation to secure key government positions. When he steps to the podium at the Lincoln Memorial to address thousands of fans gathered for the screening, Bennett makes the momentous decision to abandon his prepared remarks and warn the public about the real coup unfolding behind the entertainment facade. But before he can finish, his microphone is cut and security personnel escort him from the stage as the crowd watches in confusion, unable to distinguish whether they're witnessing a marketing stunt or a genuine constitutional crisis. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus (http://caloroga.supportingcast.fm/). No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!

12. 

    11 May 2025

    5. Point of No Return

    After learning of Vice President Evans' mysterious hospitalization while President Stillman remains stranded in Rome, Bennett is summoned to a secretive meeting with Speaker Hendricks and other high-ranking officials. There, he discovers they're planning what they call a "constitutional course correction" in response to a supposed leadership vacuum. When Pantheon announces a massive "Course Correction Day" event to coincide with the military parade celebrating the Army's 250th anniversary, Bennett realizes his TV show has become the perfect cover for something far more sinister. As Pantheon-branded military vehicles take suspicious positions around Washington, Bennett finds himself implicated in a conspiracy he never agreed to join, reaching a point where he must either become complicit or risk everything to expose the truth. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus (http://caloroga.supportingcast.fm/). No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!

13. 

    4 May 2025

    4. Parallels

    In the wake of his viral podcast appearance with Joe Reynolds, Bennett finds himself caught in increasingly disturbing parallels between his TV show and reality. As "Course Correction" rallies spread organically across the nation, Pantheon News Channel subtly shifts its coverage to highlight Bennett's popularity over President Stillman's administration. When Bennett discovers military vehicles bearing Pantheon logos preparing for the upcoming Army celebration parade, he must decide whether to continue playing along with what he increasingly suspects is more than just marketing. Meanwhile, Garrett Fisher's podcast explores the uncanny similarities between the latest episode of "The Insurgent" and real-world events, leaving listeners wondering where entertainment ends and reality begins. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus (http://caloroga.supportingcast.fm/). No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!

14. 

    27 Apr 2025

    3. Momentum

    As Bennett grapples with the Secret Service agent's questions, news of the Pope's death and President Stillman's trip to Rome dominate the headlines, overshadowing the plummeting stock market. After meeting with Harding's mysterious associates, Bennett finds himself drawn deeper into their conspiracy despite his misgivings. When Pantheon Plus organizes a special screening of "The Insurgent" in Times Square, what should be a simple promotional event transforms into something more politically charged as attendees arrive with "Course Correction" signs and anti-Stillman messaging. Bennett's unease grows as the network distributes branded t-shirts and fans blur the line between fictional entertainment and real-world politics. Meanwhile, Garrett Fisher's podcast dissects the latest episode of the streaming drama, noting eerie parallels to current events. As "Course Correction" rallies begin forming organically across the country, Bennett receives an ominous text from Harding about military convoys near Washington D.C., suggesting that what began as television fiction might be evolving into dangerous reality.

15. 

    20 Apr 2025

    2. Viral

    Bennett dismisses Harding's dangerous suggestion, yet can't shake the unsettling way it echoes his streaming show's plot. When Pantheon Plus launches a provocative marketing campaign with billboards declaring "AMERICA NEEDS A COURSE CORRECTION," the line between Bennett's fictional character and real-life persona grows dangerously thin. As "The Insurgent" dominates social media and political discussion, Harding persists, inviting Bennett to a secretive meeting with mysterious associates. Meanwhile, Garrett Fisher's "Insurgent Theory" podcast dissects the viral phenomenon, noting disturbing parallels to real politics. Just as Bennett struggles to maintain control of his public image, a Secret Service agent appears at his door with warnings about extremists who believe his show contains coded messages—leaving him caught between government suspicion and a conspiracy he never agreed to join. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus (http://caloroga.supportingcast.fm/). No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!

16. 

    14 Apr 2025

    1. Pilot

    James "Jimmy" Bennett's new streaming drama "The Insurgent" becomes an overnight sensation, blurring the line between the former California Governor's real politics and his fictional character. As Bennett navigates the media frenzy and public speculation about his political ambitions, an unexpected call from his former Chief of Staff Victor Harding leads to a meeting that will change everything. Meanwhile, podcast host Garrett Fisher launches "Insurgent Theory," dissecting the show's premise of a charismatic leader overthrowing the government. When Harding suggests turning the show's fiction into reality, Bennett faces a proposal that's either treasonous or tempting—or both. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus (http://caloroga.supportingcast.fm/). No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!

17. 

    14 Apr 2025

    Acting President

    When former California Governor James "Jimmy" Bennett stars in a hit streaming drama about seizing political power, he never expects fiction to bleed into reality. "Acting President" follows Bennett as his former Chief of Staff approaches him with a shocking proposal—to implement a real-world version of his television show's controversial storyline. As the lines between entertainment and political maneuvering blur, Bennett finds himself caught in a dangerous game with the highest possible stakes. When unexpected events in Washington coincide with the airing of the show's pivotal episode, mass confusion ensues as the public assumes it's brilliant viral marketing. Eight episodes of political intrigue, media manipulation, and one man's impossible choice between personal ambition and democratic principles.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.0 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 38 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

45

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

77

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