California Underground

California Underground: Your Sane Insight into California Politics

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Welcome to California Underground, the most trusted podcast for all things California politics. Each week, we tackle the pressing issues facing our state through engaging interviews and roundtable discussions with political candidates and passionate Californians. Join us for clear, rational commentary that helps you stay informed about the complexities of California governance. Tune in for your trusted perspective on the political landscape!

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Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 145 - Gov. Newsom Comes Unhinged at Presser About Overturning Roe 18.05.2022

On this episode I am joined by Cynthia Kaui and we discuss Governor Newsom's presser about Roe v. Wade potentially being overturned. We discuss how it's likely all a set up for his national aspirations to run for President one day.  Support California Underground by joining our Patreon at www.patreon.com/CaliforniaUnderground Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instag...

Episode 146 - When and How to Use Voter Guides (Coffee and California Politics) 18.05.2022

Every Wednesday morning I go live on Instagram and discuss California politics...over coffee. This week we discuss how to use voter guides and how they should just be a starting point for your candidate research.  Support California Underground on Patreon at www.patreon.com/CaliforniaUnderground Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground Y...

Episode 144 - Overturning Roe and California's Reaction To It (Coffee and California Politics) 04.05.2022

Every Wednesday morning I go live on Instagram and discuss California politics...over coffee. This week we discuss the leaked draft opinion and what it means for California (nothing), and how overturning Roe just returns the issue back to the states.  Links on Show https://calmatters.org/explainers/abortion-in-california-laws/ https://www.americamagazine.org/politics-society/2020/09/24/ruth-b...

Episode 143 - What Happened at the CAGOP Convention? (with guest Cynthia Kaui and Ray Perez) 02.05.2022

On this episode I am joined by Cynthia Kaui and Ray Perez to discuss what they saw and learned from the recent CAGOP Convention.  We discuss the passing of the new by law to allow officials, including current chairwoman Jessica Milan Patterson, to run for a third term. The controversy with Jenny Rae LeRoux and her mic being cut, and what happened when the delegates voted for the gubernatorial...

Episode 142 - The Buyout of Twitter and the Impending Backlash (Coffee and California Politics) 27.04.2022

Every Wednesday morning I go live on Instagram and discuss California politics...over coffee. This week we discuss the Twitter buyout and how it appears the backlash against wokeism and statist control is beginning.  Links on Show https://thefederalist.com/2022/04/27/democrats-waging-a-war-on-twitter-dont-want-transparency-they-want-power/ https://www.zerohedge.com/political/twitters-top-lawy...

Episode 141 - Convo with Natasha Serrano Candidate for the 56th Assembly District 27.04.2022

On this episode I am joined by Natasha Serrano who is running for the 56th California Assembly District. We discuss her fresh start to politics, her upbringing in Mexico, and why she felt compelled to run.  To learn more about Natasha and her campaign you can visit https://www.natashaforassembly.com/ Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaundergro...

Episode 139 - New Study Shows California Lockdowns Did Not Help (Coffee and California Politics) 13.04.2022

Every Wednesday morning I go live on Instagram and discuss California politics...over coffee. This week we discuss a new study from the Committee of To Unleash Prosperity which ranked states based on how they fared with mortality, education, and economy regarding COVID lockdowns. Blue states such as California, New York, and New Jersey fared the worst.  Also, we discuss Bari Weiss sounding th...

Episode 138 - Convo with Kelly Carden - Libertarian Candidate for Kern County Board of Supervisors 08.04.2022

The California Underground Podcast seeks to discuss real solutions for California problems. Whether you are a conservative, libertarian, moderate Democrat, or just a sane person, this podcast is for you. On this episode I am joined by Kelly Carden who is running for the 2nd District of the Kern County Board of Supervisors. We discuss his entrance into politics, how he became a Libertarian and a me...

Episode 137 - A Tale of Two Platforms: Musk's Twitter and Trump's Truth Social (Coffee and California Politics) 06.04.2022

Every Wednesday morning I go live on Instagram and discuss California politics...over coffee. This week we discuss the different fates of Twitter now that Musk has joined the Board, as well as Trump's Truth Social and how it appears doomed before it even can get off ground.  Also, we discuss the infanticide bill, AB2223 which is making its way through California legislature.  Special gue...

Episode 136 - What Crazy Bills are Still in Sacramento? 01.04.2022

The California Underground Podcast seeks to discuss real solutions for California problems. Whether you are a conservative, libertarian, moderate Democrat, or just a sane person, this podcast is for you.  On this episode I am joined by Cynthia and Jonathan Zacherson, the founder of Reopen California Schools, to discuss the crazy bills left making their way through the legislature. We discuss...

Episode 135 - How Much More Out of Touch Can California Lawmakers Get? (Coffee and California Politics) 30.03.2022

Every Wednesday morning I go live on Instagram and discuss California politics...over coffee. This week we discuss how out of touch progressive politicians have gotten with California and whether or not this will back fire on them.  Special guest...my snoring Frenchie in the background.  Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground YouT...

Episode 134 - Review of the Los Angeles Mayoral Debate at USC 28.03.2022

On this episode, I am joined by Natalie, a native Los Angelino, to discuss the latest debate between the candidates running for Mayor of Los Angeles.  The top five polling candidates; Karen Bass, Rick Caruso, Joe Buscaino, Kevin DeLeon, and Mike Feur, appeared on stage at USC to discuss topics plaguing LA such as homelessness, crime, and COVID.  We break down their talking points as well...

Episode 133 - Why Is Newsom So Obsessed with Florida? (Coffee and California Politics) 23.03.2022

Every Wednesday morning I go live on Instagram and discuss California politics...over coffee. This week we discuss why Newsom seems so obsessed with Florida and why he's hell bent on countering everything they do with his own leftist version of it.  Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8Sab...

Episode 132 - Coffee and California Politics 3.16.22 16.03.2022

Every Wednesday morning I go live on Instagram and discuss California politics...over coffee.  This week we discuss how to make improvements, sometimes you have to look hard at your own strategies and be brutally honest whether they are working or not.  Also, the hypocrisy of politicians like Lorena Gonzalez who are against suspending the gas tax because it would supposedly increase oil...

Episode 131 - Red Pill Roundtable 14.03.2022

On this first ever Red Pill Roundtable I am joined by Natalie, Amanda, and Cynthia to discuss their red pill stories.  It's an incredible episode that last over two hours long and probably could have gone longer but it was a great discussion.  Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabI...

Episode 130 - Coffee and California Politics 3.9.22 09.03.2022

Every Wednesday morning I go live on Instagram and we discuss California politics...over coffee.  This week we discuss Noodles' State of the State Speech and how it was severely lacking on any details.  Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA Substack: https://substa...

Episode 129 - Convo with Marco Contreras - Candidate for Chula Vista City Council 03.03.2022

On this episode I am joined by Marco Contreras who is running for District 1 of the Chula Vista City Council. We discuss his crash course in politics in his run for Assembly, his upbringing in Tijuana, and how his faith his helped him in his life.  To learn more about Marco and his campaign you can go to www.marcocontreras.us   Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www...

Episode 128 - Coffee and California Politics 3.2.2022 02.03.2022

Every Wednesday I go live on Instagram and we discuss California Politics....over coffee.  This week we breakdown and react to Biden's first State of the Union speech. We talk about how he doesn't really seem to understand how inflation works, his flubs, and how the whole speech seemed sort of recycled from both Trump and Obama speeches.  Follow California Underground on Social Media Ins...

Episode 127 - Coffee and California Politics 2.23.22 24.02.2022

Every Wednesday I go live on Instagram and we chat about California politics...over coffee.  This week we discuss an article in the LA Times which discusses how frustrated Angelenos are with the state of their city, and how they might be envious of Orange County. Is this a sign that progressive policies have officially hit a wall in California? Follow California Underground on Social Media In...

Episode 126 - Convo with Ray Perez - Vice Chair of Yolo County GOP & Host of "On My Mind" Podcast 18.02.2022

On this episode we chat with Ray Perez (@itsrayperez) who is the Vice Chair of the Yolo County GOP and Host of the "On My Mind with Ray Perez" Podcast.  We discuss the inner workings of a County GOP organization as well as room for improvement in the GOP in California.  Also joining the conversation was Cynthia Kaui (@cynthiakaui) Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram:...

Episode 125 - Coffee and California Politics 2.16.22 16.02.2022

Every Wednesday morning I go live on Instagram and we discuss California politics...over Coffee.  This week we discuss how fighting the culture war is a losing battle for conservatives because it distracts from the important issues that matter most to voters.  Also we discuss the recall of three school board members in San Francisco and Noodles' horrible poll numbers on homelessness and...

Episode 124 - The Great (Narrative) Rest 11.02.2022

On this episode I'm joined by Natalie Beisner to talk about why all of a sudden the narrative seems to be doing a complete 180 across the country, and why places like Los Angeles aren't following suit.  Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA Substack: https://substack.co...

Episode 123 - Coffee and California Politics 2.9.22 09.02.2022

Every Wednesday I go live on Instagram and we discuss California Politics...over coffee.  This week we discussed the diminishing returns of too much tyranny and why there is a change in course now.  Plus we discuss how the Libertarian Party of Los Angeles is showing the CAGOP how to actually get things done.  Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com...

Episode 122 - Convo with Mark Meuser - Candidate for US Senate in California 04.02.2022

On this episode I am joined by Mark Meuser who is running for the US Senate seat here in California. He will be running to win the seat now occupied by Alex Padilla who was appointed after Kamala Harris became VP.  We discuss his path to victory including what are the "5 accelerators" to a red wave this coming November, legal cases regarding mandates, and what his role as a US Senator would b...

Episode 121 - Coffee and California Politics 2.2.22 02.02.2022

Every Wednesday live on Instagram, I go Live and discuss California Politics....over coffee.  This week's topics: - Mask hypocrisy at the NFC Championship Game and why it matters - AB1400 (Single Payer Healthcare) Dead in California (For Now) Follow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKq...

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