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National Review's Radio Free California Podcast

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California
Gavin Newsom
California Teachers Association
Labor
Independence Day
TBN
Veterans
Korean War
Mike Rowe
Something To Stand For
The Way I Heard It
Abraham Lincoln
Homelessness
Education Policy
California Budget Deficit
Public Education
Kamala Harris
Supreme Court
Crime
Proposition 98

A show about the perilous state of the Golden State—and what that means for you, wherever you live. California is the hothouse lab of the Left, the nation-state creating the statist policies, art, and lifestyles of the future – and generating the political dollars to make them a reality in a community near you. Hosts Will Swaim (California Policy Center) and David Bahnsen (The Bahnsen Group, Fox B... more

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David and Will consider gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter’s trouble with humans and the prospect of co-parenting your kids with Governor Gavin Newsom. Music by Metalachi.

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California Democrats can now safely begin the work of tearing down Kamala Harris’s memory, beginning with her controversial bill to punish the parents of their truant kids. Music by Metalachi.

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Facing a 40-year decline in reading scores, California lawmakers have concluded that it’s time to ask -- politely -- that the state’s K–12 teachers to return to phonics. Bonus: Marc Joffe talks about the deep meaning of Gavin Newsom’s repeated failur... more

Gavin Newsom appeared with Stephen Colbert to celebrate Jimmy Kimmel’s return to ABC programming, even as the governor works to silence California’s conservative voters in a redistricting initiative that (polling shows) is headed toward a slim victor... more

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Recent Guests

Marc Joffe
President of the Contra Costa Taxpayers Association and visiting fellow at California Policy Center.
Contra Costa Taxpayers Association
Episode: Episode 410: Like Phonics Rising from the Ashes
Caleb Trotter
Senior attorney at Pacific Legal Foundation
Pacific Legal Foundation
Episode: Episode 407: Bill-O-Rama 2025!
Dr. Kurt Miceli
Medical Director for Do No Harm, an advocate for merit-based medical admissions
Do No Harm
Episode: Episode 395: The Dodgers on ICE
Lance Christensen
Vice President of Education Policy and Government Affairs
Episode: Episode 391: A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Banality
Ed Ring
Founder of California Policy Center
California Policy Center
Episode: Episode 387: San Francisco’s ‘New Pragmatism’
Tim Gardner
Co-founder of The Field and volunteer for Oakland Report
Oakland Report
Episode: Episode 383: California Governor Donald Trump!
Victor Davis Hanson
American classicist, military historian, and conservative political commentator
Episode: Episode 379: What’s the Matter with California?
Seneca Scott
Political activist and watchdog in Oakland
Episode: Episode 375: Exxon Strikes Back
Edward Ring
Director of Water and Energy Policy
California Policy Center
Episode: Episode 374: This Plane Is Going to Cuba

Hosts

Will Swaim
President of the California Policy Center, deeply involved in California's political landscape and conservative advocacy. Will brings historical context and critical analyses of current events.
David Bahnsen
Economist, Fox Business News commentator, and founder of The Bahnsen Group, focusing on economic and political analysis with a conservative viewpoint.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 804 ratings
  • David

    This guy is so arrogant. Something something rich man needle camel eye heaven. It must be nice to put yourself above other conservatives when your vote and dollars don’t make a lick of difference.

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    CGK_93
    United Statesa month ago
  • Radio free California

    Great show. Always entertaining and educational. California is our canary in the coal mine. The humor makes it fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erin O
    United States2 months ago
  • Great find

    I started listening as a fan of Capital Record. While I live in Minnesota, I really enjoy the co-hosts humor and review of national and state current events. Now I actually do want to visit California someday as they somehow seem still pretty fond of it

    Also there is a real interest in history that I love that is woven into most episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tookeymonster7
    United States2 months ago
  • TDS

    Sadly I really enjoyed this show and I like how it focused on California politics. Sadly they have both gone down the TDS path. Once again so called Republicans who really prefer a Democrat in office

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    3lixs3
    United States6 months ago
  • The insanity of California

    A weekly chronicle of the legislative and gubernatorial stupidity that characterizes the formerly Golden State. From Cali defaulting on Covid loans to the tender care given squatters and the undocumented, to Newsom’s annual math-challenged budget shenanigans and municipal clowns (Oakland in particular), you need to know this stuff. I am constantly chagrined by my neighbors’ profound ignorance of what’s going on where they live (“Why is my natural gas bill doubling?” “Did you hear what happened ... more

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    Vicky the Archivist
    United States7 months ago

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The hosts' humor and critical takes make complex political issues more accessible and engaging for audiences.
Listeners appreciate the informative and entertaining nature of the discussions, particularly on California's political climate and its implications.
Some listeners express concern over perceived negativity towards certain politicians, particularly during election cycles.
Overall, feedback suggests that the podcast is both enlightening and entertaining, providing a sense of camaraderie among listeners who share similar political beliefs.

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Episode 407: Bill-O-Rama 2025!
Q: What are the implications of the telemedicine restrictions in California?
They prevent patients from accessing specialists out of state who can provide necessary care, creating a significant gap in healthcare access.
Episode 407: Bill-O-Rama 2025!
Q: Why did you leave California for France?
We wanted our kids to become more citizens of the world.
Episode 407: Bill-O-Rama 2025!
Q: What is the focus of Assembly Bill 715?
It aims to address anti-Semitism in California's schools amidst rising tensions.
Episode 401: The Mission District Mamdani
Q: What do you think of the Texas California Showdown?
It's fair to say with gerrymandering that is legal, it's hard to get critical of the Republicans in Texas doing something that has just been done to them time and time again by the Democrats.
Episode 397: The End Is Still Near
Q: Do you think people are having less babies because of the cost of living in California?
I think the cultural issues of people getting married later and their changing priorities are more significant than just the cost of living.

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Focusing on current political, social, and cultural issues in California, this series provides insights into the state's status as a microcosm for national concerns. The hosts engage with a diverse range of topics, from local legislation and governmental policies to historical narratives and cultural critiques, all viewed through a conservative lens. The discussions often reveal the tensions and challenges arising from California's progressive politics, with an emphasis on how these issues resonate beyond the state's borders, making the content relevant for audiences everywhere. Potential listeners can expect a mix of humor, critical analysis, and informative content, all aimed at uncovering the complexities of California's political landsc... more

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