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Political Breakdown

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Donald Trump
California Budget Deficit
Disinformation
Gavin Newsom
Misinformation
California
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Public Health
Climate Change Initiatives
San Francisco
NPR
California Legislature
Israel
Gaza
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Populism
Covid-19
Politics
California Tax Policy
Legislative Analyst's Office

Join hosts Scott Shafer and Marisa Lagos as they unpack the day in politics with a California perspective. Featuring interviews with reporters and other insiders involved in the craft of politics—including elected officials, candidates, pollsters, campaign managers, fundraisers, and other political players—Political Breakdown pulls back the curtain to offer an insider’s glimpse at how politics wor... more

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After facing a wave of criticism for a pair of viral videos, gubernatorial frontrunner and former U.S. Rep. Katie Porter apologized for her behavior in an interview with Marisa at the UC Student and Policy Center in Sacramento. Scott, Marisa and Guy ... more

The Supreme Court appears ready to overturn the last remaining provision of the Voting Rights Act, the landmark civil rights law designed to dismantle Jim Crow-era policies that disenfranchised Black voters.

This week, the court heard oral arguments... more

The government shutdown has entered its third week, as Senate Democrats say they won’t vote to reopen it until Republicans agree to undo deep cuts to federal health care spending and extend Affordable Care Act subsidies.

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Lisa Graves
Former Senior Department of Justice official and author of "Without Precedent"
True North Research
Episode: Will the Supreme Court Gut the Voting Rights Act?
Jessica Altman
Executive Director of Covered California, overseeing the state's implementation of the Affordable Care Act.
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Episode: How California is Preparing for a Health Insurance Crisis
Randy Manner
Retired Major General with over 35 years of service in the Armed Forces
Episode: Retired General Slams Trump’s Troop Deployment
James Rainey
Los Angeles Times staff writer
Los Angeles Times
Episode: What Gerry's Salamander Has to Do With Redistricting
Guy Marzerotti
Politics correspondent at KQED
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Episode: Is Portland the “War Zone” Trump Claims It Is?
Dirk VanderHart
Reporter from Oregon Public Broadcasting
Oregon Public Broadcasting
Episode: Is Portland the “War Zone” Trump Claims It Is?
James Gallagher
Republican Assemblymember representing Northern California
California State Assembly
Episode: This Republican Assemblymember Wants to Split California in Two
Zehi Yang
Senior writer for Wired covering technology and business in China
Wired
Episode: The $100,000 Visa Scheme
Katie Porter
Former Congresswoman and gubernatorial candidate for California
Episode: Gubernatorial Candidate Katie Porter on Kimmel, ICE and Prop. 50

Hosts

Scott Shafer
Host of Political Breakdown, known for insightful political reporting and analysis, with a focus on California's nuances.
Marisa Lagos
Co-host of Political Breakdown, focusing on California political issues with a background in journalism.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 215 ratings
  • Extremely Uneven interviews

    I listened to the Laurie and Schiff interviews so different... Good questions for Laurie and softball sycophantic questions for Schiff. This is typical for this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
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    strawberry1969
    United States9 months ago
  • Love this pod. Thanks, KQED

    Fantastic podcast. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SeraphinaS100
    United Statesa year ago
  • Need more diverse opinions

    The guests are all agreeing with each other. This doesn’t help anyone and convince no one.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    minimouser
    United Statesa year ago
  • More California please

    The interview about identity groups for Harris was deeply un-illuminating. Love when you keep it focused on state politics. Please, give us more smart guests talking about California. There are other podcasts that do national political news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NY1235at
    United Statesa year ago
  • More California please

    The interview about identity groups for Harris was deeply in-illuminating. Please, give us more smart guests talking about California politics. There are other podcasts that do national political news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NY1235at
    United Statesa year ago

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Many reviewers commend the hosts for their engaging conversation style and ability to simplify complex political topics, making them more accessible to the general audience.
Some feel that perspectives shared might not adequately represent dissenting viewpoints, leading to calls for greater diversity in guest opinions.
Listeners appreciate the insightful interviews with political experts and insiders, highlighting the depth of analysis regarding California's political climate.

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Retired General Slams Trump’s Troop Deployment
Q: When we see this, what we're hearing from the president and his administration is that there was violence and that these protests needed to be brought under control.
Manner noted that this is unprecedented in U.S. history and that American soldiers should not patrol the streets, as it creates a negative impact on the military and the perception of it by the public.
Retired General Slams Trump’s Troop Deployment
Q: So I want to get at the question with you of whether he should.
Retired Major General Randy Manner expressed that it is unprecedented and a misuse of the military to deploy troops against American citizens.
Will the Supreme Court Gut the Voting Rights Act?
Q: What do you think is the heart of John Roberts' obsession with the Voting Rights Act?
It's confounding why someone with advantages would have such hostility to civil rights; it seems he has been determined to stop the effects from counting.
Will the Supreme Court Gut the Voting Rights Act?
Q: What does it practically mean if Section 2 is struck down?
It would result in an earthquake in terms of protecting black representation and could lead to more mid-decade redistricting efforts in states.
Will the Supreme Court Gut the Voting Rights Act?
Q: Can you remind us why was this landmark law passed in the first place?
It was passed to finally enforce the promises of the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments which guarantee voting rights.

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Listeners are treated to a nuanced exploration of California's political landscape, featuring in-depth interviews with a variety of political figures such as elected officials, campaign managers, and reporters. Major themes include local governance, election dynamics, legislative discussions on key issues like public health and climate change, and the evolving political strategies within the state. The hosts create a platform for diverse viewpoints, allowing guests to share their insights on both current events and the implications for California's future, making it a vital source of information for anyone interested in the intersection of politics and California's governance.

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1. Lisa Graves
2. Jessica Altman
3. Randy Manner
4. James Rainey
5. Guy Marzerotti
6. Dirk VanderHart
7. James Gallagher
8. Zehi Yang

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