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The John Kobylt Show

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Los Angeles
California
Karen Bass
Gavin Newsom
Homelessness
Nithya Raman
Prop 39
LAHSA
California Energy Commission
Skid Row
Palisades Fire
Democratic Socialists Of America
Rob Bonta
Donald Trump
Boyle Heights
Reform California
Lindsey Clancy
California High-Speed Rail
Los Angeles, United States
Santa Ana

John and Ken have been on KFI for over thirty years and with Ken's recent retirement John now takes the show solo. John Kobylt digs into the news to uncover the real story hidden below the headlines. John regularly exposes liars and “spokesholes” while providing blunt, fast paced analysis of the latest news. Whether getting up to the minute information from reporters on scene, newsmakers that hav... more

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The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (10/05) - Candidate for California Attorney General Michael Gates comes on the show to talk about his campaign. California and LA needs new leadership. More on the mansion tax and how it ruined the real estate market.

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The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (10/05) - Jay Beeber comes on the show to talk about how California is going to be able to lower speed limits and speed cameras that are going into effect. The pneumonic plague is back in the news thanks to Russia. More on... more

The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (10/05) - Steve Hilton claims to have found another almost $1 billion dollars worth of fraud related to ballot harvesting and voter registration. Xavier Becerra has pulled out of a debate against Steve Hilton that was goin... more

The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (10/02) - Roger Behle comes on the show to talk about all of the dysfunction that contributed to the Palisades Fire. More on all of the dysfunction that led to the Palisades Fire.

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Recent Guests

Christopher Ruffo
Investigative reporter for City Journal
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Episode: Press Pass Restored (09/24)
Gracey Van Der Mark
City Council Member, Huntington Beach; running for California State Assembly
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Victoria Beck Parker
Founder, It Starts With One
It Starts With One Today
Episode: Skid Row Animal Abuse Tragedy (09/15)
Terry Aylmer
KFI News reporter referenced as part of the 9/11 coverage
KFI News
Episode: 25 Years After 9/11 (09/11)
Paula Devlin
Holdout juror in the Lindsey Clancy case, discussed on CBS This Morning with Gayle King
Episode: Clancy Juror Revelation (09/11)
Franz Zyrinski
Friend in New York City who was on the line during coverage
Episode: Remembering 9/11 25 Years Later (09/11)
Tim Burchett
Congressman from Tennessee, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Delivering Government Efficiency
U.S. Congress
Episode: Bass Resigns From LAHSA Board (09/09)

Host

John Kobylt
Host of The John Kobylt Show; long-time, blunt, fast-paced analysis of news and politics; conducts on-scene reporting and interviews.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 983 ratings
  • Label the hour of the show

    Please label which hour of the show it is.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    mikee_95
    United States5 months ago
  • The only smart journalist in LA

    Grew up with NKX new radio and my dad forcing us all to listen but stopped liking his biased they are. They tend to go along with the lies of the day it hit me during the encampment fire on the 10 that we all knew started from

    Homeless but they kept lying for bass,then my house burned and the Jan 8th 2025 morning news was so weird and obviously pro bass Newsom they had Caruso on and it was weird. John became my hero for the truth love this and replaced KNX with KFI

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brmc8181
    United States9 months ago
  • Thursday 1/8/26 podcasts

    Who the ***** edited these three podcasts!!!!! Did you get a middle school digital to edit these podcasts!!! I expect better from KFI

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scruffy Uncle Tom
    United States9 months ago
  • Hour Order

    I love the show, but can you please post the podcast recordings in the correct order for continuous listening. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NoHo Kid
    United Statesa year ago
  • Just say it how it is!

    I love listening to John Kobylt! He is the common sense for our state and country!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oc2snow
    United Statesa year ago

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Some critics note the show leans into provocative framing and controversial opinions.
Fans value the depth of guest expertise and live reporting on California governance.
Listeners appreciate the straightforward, no-nonsense take on local politics and accountability.

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Best Of - Mayor Bass Resigns From LAHSA Board (09/23)
Q: Explain the rolling resistance concept and how it affects the average driver.
Rolling resistance is a technology that reduces the friction inside tires to improve fuel efficiency, but it can affect wear, safety margins, and cost. In practice, manufacturers must balance safety with efficiency, and the energy savings may come with trade-offs in durability and performance depending on tire size and vehicle.
California’s Ballot, Bonta’s Race & the Taxpayer Fraud Pipeline
Q: What's your website real quick?
Gates4AG.com, Gates 4 Attorney General.
Prop 39 Initiative (09/17)
Q: Tell us what you found, what we were able to call her out on.
Herb Morgan describes documented issues with pre-audit practices and asserts that the controller has allowed agencies to attest to legality without independent verification, highlighting the need for greater financial controls and transparency.
(09/04) Royal Oakes on the Lindsay Clancy mistrial
Q: Can you imagine what was going on in that jury room?
Royal Oakes explains that the jury's 11-1 vote reflected a complex dynamic, with at least one juror holding out against the consensus and raising questions about reasonable doubt and how the judge's instructions were interpreted.
Animal Shelter Employees Attacked (09/08)
Q: Run this through again. Create some Inspector General.
The host recaps ongoing calls for oversight by the Inspector General and discusses the need for better resources and staff to audit high-speed rail changes and related funds, highlighting a broader demand for accountability in state governance.

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Blunt, fast-paced political and news analysis with a focus on California governance, local policy, and current events. Episodes frequently dissect city leadership decisions, ballot measures, and accountability, often featuring guests ranging from political analysts to activists and journalists. The show leans into strong takes and controversial framing, aiming to provoke thought and debate among LA-area listeners who want a no-nonsense, opinionated perspective on local politics and national issues as they intersect with California. A standout is the cadence of rapid, pointed commentary paired with interview segments that bring in specialized viewpoints on homelessness, reform, and public safety.

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