Gavin Newsom
Mentioned in 395 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Gavin Newsom California's Governor who receives significant podcast coverage as a prominent Democratic political figure and potential 2028 presidential candidate. Podcasts discuss his aggressive social media presence, state-level policy positions on healthcare and housing, fiscal management amid California's budget challenges, and his high-profile appearances at international conferences like Munich Security Conference. His tenure generates commentary across the political spectrum regarding progressive policies on transgender medical services, vaccine mandates, tax proposals, and reproductive rights funding.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Michael Knowles Show · May 21, 2026
Massie's Mess, Trump Victorious & Dr. Oz's War on Fraud
“Criticized for allowing widespread hospice and healthcare fraud despite warnings from state auditor general”
The Joe Rogan Experience · May 19, 2026
#2501 - Marc Andreessen
“California governor opposing state-level wealth tax, preferring federal implementation to prevent capital flight”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 19, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: The COVID Narrative Officially Collapsed
“Developing contingency plan to prevent two Republicans from advancing in gubernatorial primary”
The Ezra Klein Show · May 19, 2026
How to End the Gerrymandering Doom Loop Forever
“Responded to Texas redistricting by dismantling California's independent commission to draw Democratic maps”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 18, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: Trump’s Leverage Over Xi Jinping EXPLAINED
“Heavily criticized for 32 years in California government and policy failures”
Pod Save America · May 17, 2026
Which Democrats Have What It Takes to Win the White House?
“Mentioned as potential 2028 candidate who 'won the presidential primary of 2025' in Axelrod's assessment”
Digital Social Hour · May 16, 2026
Only Jayus: How I Became The Most Hated TikTok Creator | DSH #1967
“Discussed as potential Democratic presidential candidate; criticized for platforming Charlie Kirk on his podcast”
The Daily Stoic · May 16, 2026
Gavin Newsom on Ego, Power, and Stoicism
“Guest discussing 20-year Stoic philosophy journey and application to leadership and governance”
The NPR Politics Podcast · May 15, 2026
What did Trump accomplish in China?
“Referenced as politician attempting to replicate Trump's crass, confrontational social media style”
The Matt Walsh Show · May 15, 2026
INSANE: Prisoners Are Being Granted WHAT Now!? And MORE
“California governor whose prison reform policies and tablet program are central to episode discussion”
The John Phillips Show · May 14, 2026
Clean LA with Juan Naula
“Criticized for budget increases without service improvements; praised for small business fee reduction proposal”
The Bulwark Podcast · May 14, 2026
Catherine Rampell and Robert Garcia: China Is Starting to Eclipse the U.S.
“Discussed as incumbent governor with strong redistricting record but housing/cost-of-living challenges”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 13, 2026
Ep. 1973 - Helen of Troy Is Black, & Achilles Is A Transvestite In Nolan’s Odyssey
“Previously frontrunner for 2028 Democratic nomination now polling third at 21.2%; benefits from current AOC focus”
Bankless · May 13, 2026
Will AI Populism Decide the 2028 Election? | Jasmine Sun
“Current Democratic frontrunner; pro-tech stance and Silicon Valley alignment may conflict with party's emerging deceleration sentiment”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · May 12, 2026
Trump Accelerates Superpower Decline as XI Plays the Long Game (ft. Sarah Longwell)
“Discussed as potential 2028 Democratic candidate; assessed as moderate but California liability”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 12, 2026
VDH: California’s Peak Dystopia, LA’s Mayoral Chaos, and New York’s Toxic Empathy
“Primary target of Hanson's critique; held SF mayor, CA Lt. Gov, and governor roles; responsible for state's decline”
The Ezra Klein Show · May 12, 2026
I Have Some Questions for the Democrats Who Want to Run California
“Referenced throughout as current housing champion; promised millions of homes in 2019 but construction remained flat; threatened lawsuits against 15+ cities for non-compliance”
No Jumper · May 11, 2026
Keith Edwards on Hip Hop Embracing Trump, Candace Owens Losing It, Charlie Kirk Memes & More
“Keith Edwards interviewed him; discussed his social media strategy of pointing out Trump's hypocrisy through mimicry”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 10, 2026
Middle East's Horrifying Secret Exposed | Fr. Kiely With Michael Knowles
“Mentioned for personal experience with mother's suicide and connection to euthanasia policy advocacy”
Pod Save America · May 8, 2026
It's One Ballroom, Donald, How Much Could It Cost?
“Current California governor whose seat Steyer is running to succeed”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 7, 2026
Ep. 1969 - LA Mayor Race Goes Viral After $250 Billion Left-Wing Fire Accusation
“Criticized for deforestation mismanagement and water policy failures contributing to fire severity”
The Dan Bongino Show · May 6, 2026
I Changed My Mind (Ep. 2509)
“Referenced in Spencer Pratt campaign video and as example of Democratic governance failures”
The Powers That Be: Daily · May 6, 2026
Will Prediction Markets Ruin Pro Sports?
“Plaintiff in $787 million defamation lawsuit against Fox News over disputed Trump phone call reporting”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · May 6, 2026
Trump and Hegseth Spout Lies and Contradictions on Iran
“Identified as having political opportunity to lead on AI regulation as competence differentiator”
The Five · May 5, 2026
Trump Touts "Project Freedom" As Iran Lobs Threats
“Criticized for downplaying Trump assassination attempts and exploiting them for political advantage”
The Rubin Report · May 5, 2026
Hakeem Jeffries Humiliated as Ron DeSantis' Hakeem Impression Goes Viral
“California governor criticized for both-sidesing Trump assassination attempt and progressive policy failures”
Louder with Crowder · May 5, 2026
What's Happening In the LA Mayor's Race Is Extremely Critical for America
“California governor criticized for mismanaging fire response and claiming budget surplus despite LA deficit”
PBD Podcast · May 5, 2026
Gov. Wes Moore: Trans Kids, Newsom's Failures & 2028 Dark Horse | PBD #791
“Compared to Moore on homelessness, economic management, and potential 2028 Democratic primary competitor”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 2, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: Cole Thomas Allen Arraignment, Iran Pressure Campaign, COVID Vaccine Cover-Ups, and Athena
“Cited as expressing desire to hit Trump, contributing to violent political rhetoric”
Pivot · May 1, 2026
Big Tech’s Day of Reckoning, Elon Takes the Stand, and the FCC Targets Disney
“Attended event with Kara Swisher in San Francisco discussing public spaces and community building”
The Bulwark Podcast · Apr 29, 2026
John Heilemann: Did Trump Make an Ominous Shift on Iran?
“Discussed as potential 2028 Democratic nominee with policy vision questions”
PBD Podcast · Apr 29, 2026
UAE Quits OPEC, Trump & King Charles + Will The FED Cut Rates? | PBD #787
“Opposed billionaire tax despite union backing; reportedly felt 'sick' when Sergey Brin announced California departure”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Apr 29, 2026
CA Governor Candidate Steve Hilton on Why California is Destroying Itself & How a Republican Can Win
“Current California Governor; criticized for prison closures, vetoing sober housing bill, and resisting Prop 36 enforcement”
The Daily · Apr 29, 2026
Why Even Some Democrats Hate California’s Billionaire Tax Proposal
“California governor vocally opposed to billionaire tax; considering 2028 presidential run”
Bulwark Takes · Apr 29, 2026
Tim Miller Has Some BRUTAL Advice for Democrats (w/ Lib & Learn)
“Democratic governor highlighted for effective redistricting strategy and calculated political wins”
The Megyn Kelly Show · Apr 28, 2026
Kimmel's "Widow" Double Standard, Left Celebrates Political Violence, and Newsom's Hypocrisy, with Stu Burguiere | Ep. 1305
“Spouse of Jennifer Siebel Newsom; criticized for Twitter attacks on political figures using gendered insults and personal attacks”
Pod Save America · Apr 28, 2026
Political Violence Shocks Washington
“Discussed as incumbent governor and education reform advocate; Katie Porter's potential successor”
The Ezra Klein Show · Apr 28, 2026
What We Got Right — and Wrong — in ‘Abundance’
“Embraced abundance critique; signed housing reform bills; discussed on Jimmy Kimmel”
The Dan Bongino Show · Apr 27, 2026
Shots Fired (Ep. 2503)
“Criticized for potential knowledge of massive hospice fraud scheme in California”
WSJ Minute Briefing · Apr 27, 2026
Suspect in Correspondent’s Dinner Shooting Due in Court Today
“Opposes proposed California billionaire tax, warning it could spark exodus of wealthy residents”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 25, 2026
DOJ Bombshell: Did the SPLC Fund the Chaos It Warned About? | Victor Davis Hanson
“Criticized for homelessness crisis, urban decay, and poor governance despite Democratic supermajorities”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 24, 2026
A War That Trump Won’t End — and an Economy Starting to Feel It
“Praised for effectively making gerrymandering a central issue in California's redistricting campaign”
The Bulwark Podcast · Apr 24, 2026
Nicholas Kristof: What a Mess Trump Created
“Potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidate whose governance record is questioned”
PBD Podcast · Apr 24, 2026
Trump's 'Shoot And Kill' Order + Ilhan Omar SNAPS | PBD #784
“Criticized for $24B homelessness spending with worsening outcomes; receives F grade for policy effectiveness”
The Michael Knowles Show · Apr 24, 2026
Ep. 1960 - GROSS: Gavin Newsom Is A Political "Bugchaser"
“Primary subject of episode; alleged to have subsidized illegal immigration including migrants with HIV”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 24, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: Iran War Update, Dem ‘Fascism’ Claims, and California’s Newsom & the Nick Shirley Act
“Extensively criticized for absent governance, high-speed rail failure, and lack of political authenticity”
Mad Money w/ Jim Cramer · Apr 23, 2026
Mad Money w/ Jim Cramer 4/23/26
“Extended Diablo Canyon nuclear plant life through 2030; legislature may extend further to 2045”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 23, 2026
We Can All Be A Tool From Time To Time
“Current California governor criticized for homelessness policy; debate candidates graded his performance despite widespread policy failure”
Verdict with Ted Cruz · Apr 23, 2026
BONUS POD: California’s Taxpayer‑Funded Illegal Migration Machine
“Central subject; accused of spending $1 billion importing migrants and funding Democratic-aligned organizations”
The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway · Apr 23, 2026
America Has a Moral Problem, Not a Political One — with David Brooks
“Criticized for adopting Trump-like tactics on the left rather than offering moral alternative”