John Kasich
Mentioned in 6 analyzed podcast episodes across 5 shows
Former Ohio governor and 2016 Republican primary candidate who remained in the race despite poor electoral performance, exemplifying establishment fragmentation during that election cycle. Recently drew criticism from conservative commentators for publicly praising Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show performance, which some viewed as tone-deaf to conservative cultural concerns.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Andrew Klavan Show · Feb 12, 2026
Friendly Fire: Bad Bunny. Bad Culture.
“Former Ohio governor criticized for praising Bad Bunny halftime show performance as 'home run grand slam'”
The Matt Walsh Show · Feb 12, 2026
Friendly Fire: Bad Bunny. Bad Culture.
“Former Ohio governor criticized for praising Bad Bunny halftime show performance as 'home run grand slam'”
The Michael Knowles Show · Feb 12, 2026
Friendly Fire: Bad Bunny. Bad Culture.
“Republican establishment figure praised Bad Bunny halftime show, criticized as tone-deaf to conservative concerns”
The Matt Walsh Show · Feb 9, 2026
Ep. 1731 - That Anti-American Super Bowl Half Time Show Should Be A Wake Up Call For Real Americans
“Former Ohio governor and Republican who praised halftime show, exemplifying establishment GOP disconnect from base”
The MeidasTouch Podcast · Feb 9, 2026
Trump Loses it as Super Bowl Blows Up in His Face
“Former Ohio Governor praised Bad Bunny halftime show for celebrating Latino culture”
Stubborn Things · Jan 7, 2026
Elections Galore
“2016 Republican primary candidate; refused to drop out despite losing; anecdote illustrates establishment fragmentation in 2016”