Gavin Newsom

The real test of philosophy is not what it teaches us in quiet moments, but what it demands from us when power, pressure, and ego enter the room. In today’s episode, Ryan talks with Gavin Newsom, the Governor of California, about Stoicism, leadership, responsibility, and the dangers of power without introspection. They discuss ego, the crisis facing young men, the loss of shared rituals and institutions, and why philosophy still matters in public life. 🎥 Watch the full episode on Gavin Newsom's podcast, This Is Gavin Newsom : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4VNpUtXdiM 🎙️ Listen to the full episode on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 📚 Check out Gavin Newsom's memoir: Young Man In A Hurry 🎙️ AD-FREE | Support the podcast and go deeper into Stoicism by subscribing to The Daily Stoic Premium - unlock ad-free listening, early access, and bonus content: https://dailystoic.supercast.com/ 🎥 VIDEO EPISODES| Watch the video episodes on The Daily Stoic YouTube channel : https://www.youtube.com/@DailyStoic/videos ✉️ FREE STOIC WISDOM | Want Stoic wisdom delivered to your inbox daily? Sign up for the FREE Daily Stoic email at https://dailystoic.com/dailyemail See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

This episode has everything that stinks: Mamdani lives out his rapper dreams and Auto-Tunes his speeches, Gavin Newsom buys, pretty much ALL of his OWN BOOKS, his wife expressed her similarities with inmates, Kamala is leading the polls (luckily for the Poles, she isn't leading them). We dive down corruption rabbit holes, celebrity delusion, Ozempic denial, Lena and Blake discourse, and the general feeling that we may all, in fact, be living inside the Twilight Zone, only creepier.Basically, if you’ve ever looked around and thought “is this real life or did everyone collectively lose the plot?”... you’re home with us.Grab a drink, lower your standards, and come spiral with us as we can swallow our drinks but not that "feminists" support Iran.Because at this point, politics feels like performance art, Hollywood is land of the living dead, and we’re just trying to survive a society so full of invertebrates.Join us! As they say, Alli and Kristen Misery love company! (It's our new surname!)#podcast #joeroganparody #popculture #politics #comedy #news #gavinnewsom #kamala #blakelively #lenadunhamTimestamps00:00 Intro: We’re back and still gloriously dysfunctional02:01 Episode rundown: Mum Donnie, Gavin, Kamala, corruption & celebrity chaos03:09 NYC Mayor auto-tune madness begins08:30 Idiocracy is here and apparently running for office18:31 Kamala, political double downs & pretending reality isn’t real19:36 Gavin Newsom’s wife and the chaos spiral20:06 Harvey Weinstein, ambition & Hollywood hypocrisy28:45 Nick Shirley, California corruption & government absurdity33:39 Ozempic denial, body positivity & celebrity honesty35:13 Lena Dunham, Blake Lively & pop culture delusion45:00 Howard Stern universe, Stuttering John & comedy weirdness56:30 Comedy, politics, backlash & public tribalism01:02:52 Final thoughts: retreating into Beauty and the Beast because reality is exhausting▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Subscribe! Comment! Share! (Exclamation points!)AND, get to know us!Instagram: ⁠⁠ @Thehoeroganpod⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ @AlliBreen⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ @ItsKristenCarney⁠⁠ Rate and listen!Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoe-rogan-podcast/id1840041263 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoeRoganPodcast

California Governor Gavin Newsom may be positioning himself for a national campaign, but when asked a simple question — what do you stand for? — the answer turned into something very different. A 90-second speech filled with historical references, inspirational slogans, and philosophical language… but almost no policy. Tonight on The Last Gay Conservative , Chad Law breaks down the clip line-by-line and translates the political word salad into plain English. In this episode: • The viral Gavin Newsom clip explained • What “standing up for ideals and striking out injustice” actually means • Newsom’s record on criminal justice, energy policy, homelessness, and regulation • The political mythology of the War on Poverty • Why invoking MLK, Gandhi, and Mandela raises serious questions about leadership and results This episode looks past the rhetoric and examines the real-world outcomes of the policies behind the slogans. Because speeches are easy. Records are harder. Call-In Have a take on Gavin Newsom’s potential presidential campaign? Call or text the show directly: 252-CHADLAW Subscribe & Follow If you enjoy sharp political commentary, cultural criticism, and legal analysis with a dose of sarcasm: Follow The Last Gay Conservative on Rumble and share the episode. 00:00 Cold Open 02:00 Episode Introduction 04:30 Newsom Speech Breakdown 07:10 “Standing Up For Ideals” Explained 09:30 The War On Poverty & Sergeant Shriver 14:20 Newsom’s Policy Record 16:40 Criminal Justice Reform 18:00 Energy & Cost of Living 19:00 Homelessness Policy 21:30 Regulatory State & Business Exodus 23:50 Newsom vs MLK 25:40 Newsom vs Gandhi 27:00 Newsom vs Mandela 28:30 Final Analysis 31:00 Reagan Reminder 33:00 Episode Close

Watch this and you’ll never hear a politician’s “accent shift” the same way again. We break down the viral Gavin Newsom clip — and then connect it to an Ivy League study that explains what’s really going on. In this episode of Barrett & Baxa: Ten Minutes of Truth , Steve and Bob dive into Gavin Newsom’s viral speech moment and the controversy around what many call the “soft bigotry of low expectations.” Why do politicians suddenly change tone, cadence, and vocabulary depending on the audience? And is it empathy… or something far more insulting? Then comes the twist: research out of Yale that examines how liberals and conservatives actually view minority competence. The results? Let’s just say the findings may not align with the narrative you’ve been fed. This episode covers Gavin Newsom, Democrats, media hypocrisy, race politics, Kamala Harris comparisons, political speech patterns, Ivy League research, and the psychology behind “talking down.” If you want media analysis with receipts — and a few laughs along the way — this one’s for you. Ten Minutes of Truth | #102 #GavinNewsom #SoftBigotry #MediaAnalysis #PoliticalCommentary #Democrats #RacePolitics #YaleStudy #HarvardStudy #BarrettAndBaxa #Newsom Gavin Newsom, soft bigotry of low expectations, Yale study race, Harvard race study, Gavin Newsom speech controversy, Democrats racism debate, liberal racism study, conservative vs liberal race views, political speech patterns, Kamala Harris accent change, media hypocrisy, race politics analysis, Ivy League race study, Democrat primary 2028, Trump obsession Democrats, political psychology study, woke politics debate, identity politics breakdown

Gavin Newsom has aspirations to be the Democratic nominee for president in 2028. Over the weekend...Gavin Newsom was speaking to a crowd that consisted mostly of African Americans. Gavin Newsom was trying to relate to the crowd...but Gavin Newsom accidentally exposed himself. We reveal and react to Gavin Newsom embarrassing moment...from this past weekend. We discuss the silence to Gavin Newsom comments throughout the media...and what the media reaction would be if Donald Trump said the same thing. We also explain why Democrats are a suddenly disguising themselves...hoping to regain power on a national level. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

1. Tribute to Robert Duvall Robert Duvall passed away at 95 years old . Hosts discuss his most iconic roles, including: To Kill a Mockingbird (as Boo Radley) The Godfather (as Tom Hagen) Lonesome Dove Apocalypse Now Gone in 60 Seconds Secondhand Lions Emphasis on Duvall’s legacy as one of the greatest American actors. Noted that Duvall chose not to have a funeral, instead asking people to enjoy a good movie. 2. Gavin Newsom Controversy A previous podcast episode involving Gavin Newsom. Newsom responded on social media, accusing Ted Cruz of attacking his dyslexia. Ted Cruz replied stating he called Newsom “historically illiterate,” not unable to read. Cruz references President Eisenhower federalizing the National Guard in 1957 as historical evidence contradicting Newsom's claim. We poke fun at Newsom’s reaction and discuss how social media posts performed online. Referenced AOC, Gretchen Whitmer, and Gavin Newsom attending a meeting in Munich Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: <a href="htt

1. Tribute to Robert Duvall Robert Duvall passed away at 95 years old . Hosts discuss his most iconic roles, including: To Kill a Mockingbird (as Boo Radley) The Godfather (as Tom Hagen) Lonesome Dove Apocalypse Now Gone in 60 Seconds Secondhand Lions Emphasis on Duvall’s legacy as one of the greatest American actors. Noted that Duvall chose not to have a funeral, instead asking people to enjoy a good movie. 2. Gavin Newsom Controversy A previous podcast episode involving Gavin Newsom. Newsom responded on social media, accusing Ted Cruz of attacking his dyslexia. Ted Cruz replied stating he called Newsom “historically illiterate,” not unable to read. Cruz references President Eisenhower federalizing the National Guard in 1957 as historical evidence contradicting Newsom's claim. We poke fun at Newsom’s reaction and discuss how social media posts performed online. Referenced AOC, Gretchen Whitmer, and Gavin Newsom attending a meeting in Munich Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: <a href="htt

1. Tribute to Robert Duvall Robert Duvall passed away at 95 years old . Hosts discuss his most iconic roles, including: To Kill a Mockingbird (as Boo Radley) The Godfather (as Tom Hagen) Lonesome Dove Apocalypse Now Gone in 60 Seconds Secondhand Lions Emphasis on Duvall’s legacy as one of the greatest American actors. Noted that Duvall chose not to have a funeral, instead asking people to enjoy a good movie. 2. Gavin Newsom Controversy A previous podcast episode involving Gavin Newsom. Newsom responded on social media, accusing Ted Cruz of attacking his dyslexia. Ted Cruz replied stating he called Newsom “historically illiterate,” not unable to read. Cruz references President Eisenhower federalizing the National Guard in 1957 as historical evidence contradicting Newsom's claim. We poke fun at Newsom’s reaction and discuss how social media posts performed online. Referenced AOC, Gretchen Whitmer, and Gavin Newsom attending a meeting in Munich Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: <a href="htt

In this episode of Just Kira Davis , Kira discusses the contrasting media portrayals of Melania Trump and Gavin Newsom, exploring themes of beauty, grace, and political identity. She reviews the Melania movie, critiques Newsom’s Vogue profile, and delves into the role of the First Lady in modern politics. The conversation also touches on masculinity in politics, the influence of family background, and the importance of authenticity in leadership. Kira concludes with reflections on the future of American politics and the role of media in shaping public perception. Takeaways Kira Davis discusses the contrasting media coverage of Melania Trump and Gavin Newsom. The role of the First Lady is explored in terms of tradition and modern expectations. Davis reviews the Melania movie, highlighting its production quality and insights into her life. Gavin Newsom’s Vogue profile is critiqued for its flattering portrayal and lack of journalistic integrity. The conversation touches on the perception of masculinity in politics, particularly regarding Newsom and Trump. Davis argues that Newsom’s political persona is shaped by his family background and personal insecurities. The influence of media in shaping political narratives is a recurring theme in the discussion. Davis emphasizes the importance of authenticity in political leadership and the dangers of imitation. The podcast concludes with reflections on the future of American politics and the role of media in shaping public perception.

Last week, Governor Gavin Newsom sat down with right-wing political commentator Ben Shapiro for a one hour and forty-minute-long conversation about everything from their personal lives to politics – and it was as intense, fast-paced, and interesting as it sounds. But what might have surprised you is that our beloved Governor didn’t sound quite as radical as he is often painted to be – could it be that Gavin Newsom is actually a moderate? I'm breaking it all down for you in this BONUS episode of The California Conversation! Check out more content related to California politics, here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI6CiPPZnCntOxJ2m6iAHX3sj1_Ll0RuF&si=jUn09lKJnzWa8znp Timestamps: 00:00 – 04:02 Gavin Newsom vs. Ben Shapiro !! 04:03 – 12:17 Newsom’s Interview Tactics 12:18 – 21:30 Newsom on Immigration 21:31 – 25:56 Newsom on Housing 25:57 – 33:17 Newsom on the Economy 33:18 – 37:59 Newsom on Transgenderism 38:00 – 39:35 Final Thoughts

Gavin Newsom says he hates lying politicians. Which is weird… because he is one . In this episode, Mikey breaks down 10 of Newsom’s biggest, most provable lies —from school shutdown hypocrisy to French Laundry fraud, gas price propaganda, PG&E bailouts, and his delusional presidential ambitions. This isn’t a roast. It’s a full-blown truth intervention. Sources included. Get pissed. Get loud. And whatever you do… don’t let this man near the White House. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your shows 🎥 Watch commercial free video episodes in the Sub Club 💥 Support independent media: ⁠mikeypodcast.com⁠ 📣 Share this episode if you’re tired of the lies.Join the Sub Club, rate the show, and follow @themikeypodcast on every platform. Here's more according to Google AI 10 Criticisms and Controversies Surrounding Gavin Newsom The "French Laundry" Dinner Scandal During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in November 2020, Governor Newsom attended a lobbying friend's birthday dinner at the exclusive French Laundry restaurant in Napa Valley, indoors and without masks, while simultaneously urging Californians to avoid gatherings and stay home. Overstated Wildfire Prevention Efforts A 2021 investigation by CapRadio and NPR's California Newsroom found that the Newsom administration had significantly overstated the acreage treated for wildfire fuel breaks and prescribed burns by as much as 690%. High-Speed Rail Project Issues The California High-Speed Rail project, which Newsom once suggested he would "pull the plug on" in its initial form, has faced immense cost overruns (estimated at over $100 billion above the original budget) and significant delays, with no segments fully operational despite billions spent. Massive Unemployment Insurance Fraud California's Employment Development Department (EDD) lost an estimated $33 billion or more to fraudulent unemployment claims during the pandemic, including payments made to prison inmates, leading to criticism of the state's oversight. "Panera-Gate" Minimum Wage Exemption Allegation Newsom faced accusations of "pay-to-play" politics when a new minimum wage law for fast-food workers included an exemption for bakeries, an exemption allegedly tied to a Panera Bread franchisee who was a major campaign donor. Exaggerated Baseball Career Claims Reporting in 2024 detailed how Newsom had consistently inflated his past baseball credentials, giving the impression he was a more accomplished college player than former coaches and teammates recalled. Worsening Homelessness Crisis Despite billions of dollars in state spending on related programs, California's homelessness crisis has worsened under Newsom's leadership, with the state accounting for a third of the nation's homeless population. High Cost of Living and Taxes Critics point to California's status as the state with the highest cost of living and gas taxes in the U.S. as a result of Newsom's policies, arguing these factors drive residents and businesses out of state. Energy and Insurance Crises Newsom's "Green New Deal" policies have been blamed for energy shortages, high utility rates, and an insurance crisis where major insurers have ceased or paused coverage in high-risk areas due to wildfire risk and state regulations. Undermining Election Integrity (Allegation) Political opponents have accused Newsom of undermining election integrity through various policies, such as refusing to clean voter rolls and succ

California Governor Gavin Newsom is everywhere right now - doing podcasts, engaging with conservative voices, and very obviously positioning himself for a 2028 presidential run. He's got the hair, the charisma, and the baggage that comes with governing California. Today we're talking about whether Newsom could actually win a national election, and whether the kid I (Nicole) knew from afar in high school, wearing blazers and slicked-back hair, could actually become president. I (Nicole) went to high school with Gavin Newsom. Even back then, he had this air of sophistication that set him apart. While the rest of us were in jeans and t-shirts, Gavin showed up in blazers looking like he was already running for something. It's surreal to think that the same person I knew as a teenager might shape America's political future. But what's actually beneath that perfectly coiffed exterior? Jolene's been watching Newsom with curiosity. As a conservative, she sees him as the political shapeshifter of our time. Someone with Bill Clinton-level charisma who can connect across party lines, but who also carries the weight of California's very visible problems. Homelessness, crime, cost of living, people fleeing the state - these aren't just Republican talking points; they're real issues that Newsom would have to answer for on a national stage. What's interesting to both of us is how Newsom forces a conversation about what we actually want in leaders. Do we want perfectly polished politicians who never make mistakes, or do we want flawed humans who own their failures and try to do better? Do we want leaders who only talk to people who agree with them, or do we want someone willing to engage across ideological lines? Jolene's watching to see if Newsom can address California's problems convincingly. I'm watching to see if his authenticity and communication skills can translate to a national campaign. We're both curious about whether someone who's willing to talk to Steve Bannon and Charlie Kirk can actually bridge America's political divide, or if that's just good PR. The real test will be whether Newsom can turn his podcast conversations and long-form interviews into actual policy solutions that resonate with voters outside of California. Charisma is great, vulnerability is appealing, but ultimately people want leaders who can improve their lives. Can Newsom make that case? We'll find out. CHAPTER MARKERS: 00:00 Introduction 00:22 Community Building and Sponsorship 01:21 Diving into Gavin Newsom 02:54 High School Memories and Personal Anecdotes 04:37 Gavin Newsom's Political Journey 08:14 Reflections on Newsom's Public Image 16:34 Newsom's COVID Controversy 19:38 Challenges and Criticisms of Newsom's Governance 21:37 Homelessness and Housing Policies 22:15 Election Integrity Concerns 22:46 Gavin Newsom's Public Perception 24:33 Podcast Discussions and Public Reactions 26:55 Transgender Athletes in Sports 27:28 Gavin Newsom's Political Journey 33:38 Personal Reflections and Vulnerability 35:41 Social Media and Political Image 39:17 Would You Rather 42:32 Concluding Thoughts and Future Speculations RESOURCES MENTIONED: Gavin Newsom Content: Gavin Newsom TikTok (Specific Video): https://www.tiktok.com/@gavinnewsom/video/7557082684074315039 Gavin Newsom TikTok Profile: https://www.tiktok.com/@gavinnewsom?lang=en Interview and Media Appearances: Steven Colbert Interview 1: https://youtu.be/xixWODj3-