California Underground: Your Sane Insight into California Politics

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss the recent chaos in Los Angeles, sparked by ICE raids and subsequent protests. They review news shorts from the past weekend and comment on political leaders like Newsom and Bass who appear to be posturing for political purposes rather than out of principle. They end the show discussing the human cost of allowing these protests and riots to go on....

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss significant developments in California politics, including the recent Senate vote to overturn California's gas car ban waiver, the implications of Bill Essayli's new immigration program, and Gavin Newsom's executive order mandating zero-emission vehicles. The conversation delves into the complexities of state versus federal authority, the potentia...

ICE conducts a raid on a San Diego restaurant and Democrats lose their minds over it. San Francisco attempts to introduce "equity" grading before backing down, and AB84 threatens to cut funding for charter schools. All on this episode of the California Underground Podcast. Are you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can’t talk about insane taxes, an overbearing gove...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, host Phil discusses several pressing issues in California politics, including the recently passed 'One Big Beautiful Bill' and its implications for tax cuts and spending. He also delves into the controversy surrounding LA Mayor Karen Bass and her deletion of text messages during the LA wildfire crisis, highlighting the legal ramifications of such actions. Additionally, the podc...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss significant issues in California politics, focusing on San Diego's budget crisis under Mayor Todd Gloria, the implications of budget cuts on community services, and the ongoing corruption within LA's Homeless Services Authority. T

Are you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can’t ta...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss significant political developments in California, focusing on the controversial AB 379 bill aimed at protecting minors from sexual exploitation. They explore Trump's proposal to reopen Alcatraz, the historical context of the prison, as well as hypocritical Democratic politicians like Ted Lieu who claim to be Catholic, yet support ideals that go ag...

On this episode of the California Underground Podcast, Phil and Camille discuss Gavin Newsom announcing his plan to roll out "DOGE" for California. They then discuss Steve Hilton jumping into the California Governor's race and thoughts on his campaign platform and slogan. Finally, they take a look at President Trump's (second) first 100 days in office and grade his performance thus far.

Are you a Californian who feels isolated and ...

On this episode of the California Underground Podcast, Phil and Camille start off the show by gently reminding everyone how bad California's taxes are on tax day. They then discuss Bernie Sanders and AOC touring in Los Angeles for their "Fight the Oligarchy Tour" and ponder why they are even doing this tour now. The show then goes into the new drama with Carl DeMaio and the San Diego County Republican Party, and Phil gives a detail...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss the crowded gubernatorial race in California, focusing on Xavier Becerra's recent announcement and the implications of affordability as a key issue. They react to a cringe-worthy promotional video featuring celebrities and analyze the impact of California's policies on gas prices, emphasizing that the high costs are largely self-inflicted rather t...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss a range of topics related to California politics, the impact of the supermajority on corruption, Katie Porter's gubernatorial aspirations, the contentious issue of transgender athletes in sports, and the increasing political secrecy in California.

Are you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss various pressing issues in California politics, including the new recall effort against Governor Gavin Newsom, the recent sales tax increase in LA County, and the decline of Hollywood due to high taxes. They also share a cringe-worthy moment involving Tesla vandalism and reflect on the implications of these political developments for the future of...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss various topics related to California politics, including Rosie O'Donnell's recent comments on election denialism, the billion-dollar deficit facing Los Angeles, and Karen Bass's request for a bailout from Sacramento. They also delve into Gavin Newsom's satellite launch aimed at detecting methane emissions and the implications of a recent poll show...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss various pressing issues in California, including the controversial actions of California's Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara during a critical insurance crisis. They also delve into the alarming budget shortfalls faced by major California cities, particularly Los Angeles, and explore the implications of government spending and fiscal responsibil...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, host Phil and co-host Camille engage with general contractor Luke Melchior, who provides firsthand insights into the aftermath of the recent California wildfires. Luke discusses the challenges faced by homeowners, the role of government and private contractors in the rebuilding process, and the complexities of navigating permits and insurance. The conversation highlights the sl...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, host Phil discusses pressing issues in California, including the state's financial struggles with Medi-Cal and the contentious debate surrounding voter ID laws. He explores the implications of these topics on California's political landscape and public perception, emphasizing the need for factual discourse over emotional responses. Phil also highlights the potential consequence...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss various pressing issues in California politics, including Katie Porter's announcement to run for governor, the ongoing corruption in the Oakland Mayor trial, and the alarming statistics surrounding homelessness and fire risks in San Diego. They critique the government's handling of homelessness spending, emphasizing the need for accountability and...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss a range of topics including a deep dive into Gavin Newsom's first podcast appearance with Charlie Kirk. They explore the reactions of California state workers on Reddit regarding Newsom's executive order for a return to office work, share dramatic readings of Reddit comments, and debate the implications of work-from-home policies. The conversation...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, host Phil and co-host Camille engage with Keely Covello, founder of America Unwon, to discuss critical issues surrounding California politics, particularly focusing on the plight of ranchers in Point Reyes, the impact of government overreach, and the challenges posed by illegal cannabis cultivation in Mendocino County. The conversation delves into the historical context of ranc...

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss various pressing topics in California politics, including the cringe-worthy rollout of the Epstein files by the Trump administration, the overwhelming support for Prop 36 and the subsequent funding challenges, the economic impacts of fast food wage increases, and Gavin Newsom's new podcast venture. The conversation highlights the disconnect betwee...