James Talarico
Mentioned in 16 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A Democratic Texas state legislator who ran as a candidate in the state's Senate primary. He gained significant media attention when CBS blocked a scheduled interview appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert due to FCC equal-time rules, a controversy that subsequently went viral and raised millions in campaign funds. His candidacy and related media controversies have made him a frequent topic of discussion across political podcasts.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Uncanny Valley | WIRED · Mar 24, 2026
BIG INTV: Chris Hayes on Urgency and Attention
“Example of politician with effective attention strategy”
Bulwark Takes · Mar 21, 2026
Tim and Adam Kinzinger Play a Little Game
“Referenced as welcoming Trump voters betrayed by Iran war with message of preventing 'stupid wars'”
Live Free with Josh Howerton · Mar 16, 2026
Who are the NEPHILIM in the Bible?! (EXPLAINED) | Live Free with Josh Howerton
“Political figure criticized for misquoting Gospel of Thomas and using Christian language while advocating unbiblical positions”
Pivot · Mar 6, 2026
Noem Out, Iran War “Far From Over,” and Talarico’s Win
“Won Texas Democratic Senate primary with populist anti-billionaire message, potential VP candidate”
The Daily · Mar 3, 2026
The Midterms Begin With a Texas-Size Showdown
“Democratic Texas state legislator running as unifying candidate for Senate”
Possible · Feb 25, 2026
Network effects, AI medicine, and the fight for free speech
“Democratic Senate candidate whose Colbert interview was blocked by CBS due to equal time rules”
Pod Save America · Feb 24, 2026
1125: Will Trump Bomb State of the Union/Iran?
“Texas state legislator challenging Crockett in Democratic Senate primary”
Pivot · Feb 20, 2026
Andrew Arrest Fallout, Colbert Calls BS, Zuck Pushes Back
“Texas Democratic Senate candidate whose blocked Colbert interview went viral and raised $2.5 million”
Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay · Feb 20, 2026
LaBeouf Takes Louisiana. Plus, Colbert, Crockett, and Talarico.
“Texas state representative and Democratic primary candidate; interview blocked by CBS due to FCC equal-time concerns”
Pod Save America · Feb 20, 2026
1123: Trump: "I've Won Affordability"
“Texas Democratic Senate candidate whose Colbert interview was initially blocked, raising $2M after controversy”
Live Free with Josh Howerton · Feb 11, 2026
Megachurch Pastor Reacts to James Talarico's INSANE Claims on ABORTION!? | Live Free with Josh Howerton
“Texas politician and self-proclaimed pastor whose viral Joe Rogan interview claiming biblical support for abortion is the primary subject of this episode's critique”
The Matt Walsh Show · Feb 5, 2026
Ep. 1730 - Conservative Influencer Cheating SCANDAL: Was The Manosphere Right All Along?
“Texas Democrat representative and seminarian making heretical pro-abortion Christian theological arguments”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Jan 21, 2026
Ep 1291 | Warning to Churches: Here’s What’s Coming Your Way
“Texas House Representative (District 52) promoting progressive Christianity; claims Jesus never addressed abortion or homosexuality”
Live Free with Josh Howerton · Jan 21, 2026
ABORTION & Homosexuality NOT in the Bible?! (Response to James Talarico) | Live Free with Josh Howerton
“Texas State Representative and self-proclaimed pastor whose video claiming abortion and homosexuality aren't in the Bible is the primary subject of critique”
The Matt Walsh Show · Jan 20, 2026
Ep. 1720 - Woke TV Is Back With A Vengeance In This New Paramount Show
“Texas Democrat state representative and Presbyterian seminarian running for Senate who claims all religions equally valid”
The Joe Rogan Experience · Dec 31, 2025
#2433 - James McCann
“Religious progressive warning about Christian fundamentalist theocracy movement in Texas”