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California Underground: Your Sane Insight into California Politics

California Underground
California
Gavin Newsom
California Politics
Kamala Harris
Donald Trump
San Diego
Los Angeles
Illegal Immigration
Immigration Policy
Department Of Education
California Education System
Border Security
Homelessness
Republican Party
Point Reyes National Seashore
Illegal Marijuana Farms
Mexican Cartels
Humanitarian Crisis
AB 379
California Assembly

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 tr... more

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Newsom's former chief of staff just pleaded guilty to federal fraud — FBI wiretaps, a $225,000 scheme run through the frontrunner for governor's own campaign account — and Xavier Becerra still won't answer whether he knew. This week Phil and Camille ... more

Karen Bass just pulled out of tonight's Los Angeles mayoral forum. The primary is in three weeks. The last debate she showed up to, 88% of viewers said Spencer Pratt won.

Tonight on California Underground, Phil is asking the question the incumbent d... more

California's Attorney General race is four weeks from a primary — and most voters don't know what the office actually does.

In this episode, we sit down with Republican candidate Michael Gates, the former Huntington Beach City Attorney who spent a ... more

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A California man is charged with attempting to assassinate the President of the United States — and his own family had already raised concerns with local police before he boarded a train to Washington DC.

Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, Californi... more

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Recent Guests

Luke Melchior
General contractor involved in rebuilding efforts post-wildfire
Episode: Rebuilding Los Angeles with Guest Luke Melchior
Keely Covello
Founder and author of America Unwon, a platform focused on stories of ranchers and working people facing challenges from government overreach.
America Unwon
Episode: Keely Covello of America Unwon
Grant Cardone
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Grant Cardone Enterprises
Episode: 10x California with Grant Cardone
Jorge Ventura
Border reporter and national correspondent for News Nation
News Nation
Episode: Jorge Ventura
Gavin Newsom
Governor of California
State of California
Episode: Border Troops & Newsom's Insulin Disaster
Amy Fan West
Westminster City Councilwoman
City of Westminster
Episode: Border Troops & Newsom's Insulin Disaster
Sarah Jacobs
U.S. Congresswoman and expert in international conflict resolution
United States Congress
Episode: Ep. 288: New California Laws Going Into Effect in 2025
Lance Christensen
Former candidate for California Superintendent of Public Instruction and current Vice President of California Policy Center
California Policy Center
Episode: Ep. 283: Abolish the Department of Education
Jeff Gonzalez
Candidate for California Assembly and retired Marine
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Episode: Ep. 278: Jeff Gonzalez Candidate for State Assembly

Hosts

Phil
Host of California Underground Podcast with a focus on California politics and policy.
Camille
Co-host of California Underground Podcast, contributes policy analysis and political commentary.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 97 ratings
  • Uninformed Panelists

    This isn’t a news podcast it’s right leaning commentary. Don’t expect to learn about an issue. This last episode I listened to was about the Potter Valley project and the guests acknowledged they “don’t know anything about California politics”, “dont know anything about salmon” and that they read the project description in the 30 minutes before the recording. What a joke.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Deeeeeeeeej
    United States7 months ago
  • Strange

    Is this just a Republican guy ranting? Ugh

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CincinnatiRocker
    United States7 months ago
  • I read the ruling

    Re: immigration I wouldn’t call this racism but the hosts are shortsighted. Also lady - don’t presume to know how you might feel. This would never happen to you. …you also fail to realize these decisions.. do lead up to facism. You fail to realize many educated, US CITIZENS own, supervise and operate these business are Mexican and fluent in both languages.

    Oh I’m conservative. Read Hannah Arendt.

    Supreme Court rulings aren’t voted on.

    Neither was Kavanough ya tard.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Vanessa Rosalie
    United States8 months ago
  • Despicable Dems

    Dems in California don’t care about water resources, business friendly environment or housing. They sure care a lot about all of illegals in California !!!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sas 687
    United States10 months ago
  • Senator Padilla being a show boat

    Podcast Addict
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    RCowLC
    a year ago

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Some reviews note production/sonics quality could be improved, but content is engaging and informative.
Listeners value the clear, policy-focused discussions and pragmatic take on California governance.
The show is seen as a strong source for California political commentary with a skeptical view of incumbents.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trump's (Second) First 100 Days
Q: Do you want to start with grading his first 100 days first, or talk about subjects first?
Let's start with the first 100 days, we can talk about Doge because Gavin Newsom is copying off of it.
Trump's (Second) First 100 Days
Q: Did you get anything done in your first 100 days?
It's a big deal; it's a marker to see if you've completed campaign promises.
10x California with Grant Cardone
Q: What’s something you would do on the first day or first week as governor of California?
If California waits for 18 months to have a governor to figure out what they're going to do on day one, you guys are F'ed.
10x California with Grant Cardone
Q: What do you specifically plan to do with the PACs?
The goal is to raise money to help start controlling the narrative and organize the people to get involved.
10x California with Grant Cardone
Q: So why California? Why now?
Because clearly this thing's going to fall off a cliff if somebody doesn't come in and do something.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A California-focused political show offering clear, rational commentary on state governance and policy. Episodes regularly cover budget challenges, local government decisions, taxation, homelessness, immigration, and regulatory reforms, often through candid critiques of California leadership and practical policy implications. The hosts frequently invite guests and discuss current events with a skeptical lens toward incumbents and the status quo, making it a potential fit for listeners who want actionable insights and a conservative-leaning critique of California politics. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on fiscal accountability, local policy impact, and timely, issue-driven discussions that connect statewide trends to everyday C... more

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2. Keely Covello
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4. Jorge Ventura
5. Gavin Newsom
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7. Sarah Jacobs
8. Lance Christensen

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