Karen Bass
Mentioned in 83 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Karen Bass Los Angeles Mayor who has faced significant criticism across podcasts regarding her handling of the 2025 Palisades fires, including allegations of being absent in Ghana during the crisis and directing the softening of fire after-action reports. Her tenure has also been marked by discussions of low approval ratings, challenges from socialist city council candidates in re-election efforts, and broader critiques of city management on homelessness, housing policy, and municipal services. Podcasts have additionally referenced controversies involving behested payments directing corporate donations and calls for stepping down of Olympic role appointees over Epstein connections.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Megyn Kelly Show · May 21, 2026
Colbert's PAINFUL Goodbye, Lemon's Whining About White Men, and Trump's Hilarious Rant, with Stu Burguiere | Ep. 1322
“Current LA mayor leading in polls despite poor performance; Spencer Pratt's main opponent”
The Glenn Beck Program · May 21, 2026
Is Jeff Bezos Gearing Up for a Presidential Run?! | 5/21/26
“Current LA mayor criticized for failing to meet 2026 homelessness goal; defended on 60 Minutes with incremental progress claims”
The Dan Bongino Show · May 21, 2026
The Aftermath (Ep. 2520)
“Used as example of poor political instincts and lack of results on homelessness despite campaign promises”
The Glenn Beck Program · May 19, 2026
Critical Evidence Against Luigi Mangione Was Just THROWN OUT?! | 5/19/26
“Current LA mayor facing criticism for homelessness policy failures and absence during fires”
Pivot · May 19, 2026
Elon's Big Loss, Trump's Stock Trades, and OpenAI vs. Apple
“Current LA mayor facing challenge from Spencer Pratt; criticized for wildfire response and homelessness”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · May 18, 2026
Trump Cashes in on Thousands of Stock Trades While Americans Get Crushed
“Facing reelection challenge from Spencer Pratt; criticized for homelessness policy outcomes”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 18, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: Trump’s Leverage Over Xi Jinping EXPLAINED
“Criticized for fire department budget cuts and DEI hiring in critical infrastructure roles”
The Megyn Kelly Show · May 18, 2026
BS Report on Cuba and Drones, and Why Spencer Pratt Can Win, with Mark Halperin, Ryan Grim, and Curt Mills, Plus Why TDS is REAL, with Jonathan Alpert | Ep. 1319
“Criticized for governance failures during fires and homelessness crisis that Spencer Pratt is challenging”
Digital Social Hour · May 16, 2026
Only Jayus: How I Became The Most Hated TikTok Creator | DSH #1967
“Only Jayus voted for her but expressed disappointment with her response to recent LA fires”
The Tim Dillon Show · May 16, 2026
496 - USA vs. China, Spencer Pratt, & A Heist
“Current LA mayor criticized by Tim Dillon for poor governance”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · May 16, 2026
Ep 1348 | No Pay for Politicians During Shutdowns, Republicans to Gain Seats After Redistricting, and Advice to Go Debt-Free | Ron Simmons
“Current mayor facing reelection challenge from Republican actor Spencer Pratt”
The Megyn Kelly Show · May 15, 2026
Trump’s Taiwan Talks, Pratt's LA Mayor Momentum, Matthew Perry Counselor Sentencing: AM Update 5/15
“Current LA Mayor leading mayoral race with 30% support in latest Emerson College poll.”
The John Phillips Show · May 14, 2026
Clean LA with Juan Naula
“Publicly endorsed Juan Naula at State of the City address but failed to provide promised support or funding”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 13, 2026
Ep. 1973 - Helen of Troy Is Black, & Achilles Is A Transvestite In Nolan’s Odyssey
“Current LA mayor facing Spencer Pratt challenge; criticized for proposing prosthetic teeth for homeless individuals”
The Dan Bongino Show · May 13, 2026
Fireworks On Capitol Hill (Ep. 2514)
“Current LA mayor criticized by Pratt campaign for homelessness and crime policies; target of contrast messaging”
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
“LA mayoral debate participant; withdrew from subsequent League of Women Voters debate after poor performance”
The Ezra Klein Show · May 12, 2026
I Have Some Questions for the Democrats Who Want to Run California
“Signed ED1 expediting affordable housing then rolled it back due to local opposition; referenced as example of political pressure on housing policy”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 11, 2026
Ep. 1971 - Religious Leaders Bless GIANT Golden Statue Of President Trump
“Current LA mayor and Democratic candidate who withdrew from debate against Spencer Pratt”
The Dan Bongino Show · May 11, 2026
The Mass Exodus (Ep. 2512)
“Los Angeles incumbent mayor withdrawing from debate against Spencer Pratt due to poor polling performance”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 9, 2026
VDH: Iran Stalling Tactics, Reform Party Shock in Britain, Hephaestus & the Double Standard in U.S. Justice
“Los Angeles mayor criticized for failed homelessness and urban decline policies in mayoral debate analysis”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · May 8, 2026
Elon's Anthropic Deal, The Next AI Monopoly?, "FDA for AI" Panic, Trading the AI Boom
“Current LA mayor; criticized by Spencer Pratt for homelessness crisis management in mayoral debate”
PBD Podcast · May 8, 2026
Hantavirus Lockdowns + Fauci's DOJ Deadline | PBD #794
“Current LA mayor facing reelection challenge; criticized for evasive answers on non-citizen voting and failed policies”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 8, 2026
Antisemitism Surge, Iran Deal Doubts, Europe’s Free-Ride, and California’s Breakdown | Victor Davis Hanson
“Criticized for communist sympathies and failure to rebuild Palisades after fire, favoring high-density housing”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 7, 2026
Ep. 1969 - LA Mayor Race Goes Viral After $250 Billion Left-Wing Fire Accusation
“Described as communist, criticized for failed homelessness and urban policy initiatives”
Noticias de la mañana · May 7, 2026
Las noticias de la mañana, 7 de mayo de 2026
“Defended reelection bid in gubernatorial debate, discussing city achievements and challenges”
The Dan Bongino Show · May 6, 2026
I Changed My Mind (Ep. 2509)
“Opponent in LA mayoral race featured in viral Spencer Pratt AI campaign video”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · May 6, 2026
Iran Chaos Continues: Dr. James Robbins on Why the U.S. Can’t Reach a Deal, the Media Ignores Illegal Migrant Crime & Outrageous Claims Over WHCD Shooter’s Treatment
“Endorsed by Kamala Harris for reelection despite criticism; leading polls despite poor governance record”
The Five · May 5, 2026
Trump Touts "Project Freedom" As Iran Lobs Threats
“Received Kamala Harris endorsement for reelection; criticized for homelessness and crime record”
Morning Wire · May 5, 2026
Evening Wire: Vivek On The Ballot & Alito Slams Jackson | 5.5.26
“Endorsed by Kamala Harris for re-election; credited with LA's first two-year homelessness decline and crime reduction”
The Rubin Report · May 5, 2026
Hakeem Jeffries Humiliated as Ron DeSantis' Hakeem Impression Goes Viral
“LA mayor criticized for being in Ghana during Palisades fires and for opposing ICE enforcement in city parks”
Louder with Crowder · May 5, 2026
What's Happening In the LA Mayor's Race Is Extremely Critical for America
“Incumbent LA mayor with communist sympathies (Venceremos Brigade member in 1970s Cuba), facing low approval ratings”
The Shawn Ryan Show · Apr 20, 2026
#297 Nick Shirley - Inside California’s $222 Billion Medi-Cal Crisis
“Shirley predicts she will win re-election despite homelessness crisis and NGO fraud in LA”
The Tim Dillon Show · Apr 18, 2026
492 - Eric Swalwell, The Great Layoff, & We Endorse Katie Porter
“Female mayor of LA; mother; referenced as example of women already leading major cities”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 15, 2026
California’s NGO Money Pipeline, Unfunded Mandates, and Rebuilding After the Palisades Fires | Elaine Culotti & Victor Davis Hanson
“LA mayor discussed regarding Palisades fire response, absence during fire season, and managing homelessness without adequate funding.”
Good Guys · Apr 13, 2026
Spencer Pratt for LA MAYOR
“Current LA mayor criticized for negligence during Palisades fires and failure to resign; polling at 19% approval”
Lawless Planet · Apr 13, 2026
Who's to Blame for L.A.'s ‘Zombie Fire’?
“LA Mayor named in lawsuits and subject of accountability demands from residents”
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Apr 9, 2026
Tim Dillon: It’s Hard To Be Rich In This Biz…
“Discussed in context of Los Angeles population decline and film industry challenges”
Film Threat · Apr 8, 2026
Hollywood on the Rocks: American History X Screenwriter David McKenna
“Current LA mayor criticized for ineffective leadership and failure to address homelessness and film industry decline”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 7, 2026
NATO’s Double Standard on Iran, Europe’s Drift, and the Fraud Crisis at Home | Victor Davis Hanson
“Criticized for absence during fires and mismanagement of LA's homelessness and public safety crisis”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 7, 2026
Michigan Basketball, Bad Numbers for Virginia Dems, Eric Swalwell, Spencer Pratt
“Current LA mayor facing challenge from Spencer Pratt; criticized for negligence in fire recovery and reconstruction”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 3, 2026
Regime Change Is a Bonus—Not the Goal—in Iran | Victor Davis Hanson
“Mentioned as example of radical Democratic leadership”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 2, 2026
The West’s Anti-Christian Crackdown, Holy Land ‘Security,’ ‘No Kings’ Protests & CCP Stalking at Stanford | VDH
“Los Angeles mayor facing electoral challenge due to crime, homelessness, and indifference to constituent suffering”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Apr 1, 2026
Exposing the Internet's Deception, Renée DiResta on the Dangers of Believing False Information, an Iran Update & Spain Bans U.S. Warplanes in Rebuke to Trump
“Criticized for management of LA County amid population exodus and urban decline”
The Dan Bongino Show · Mar 30, 2026
Follow The Money (Ep. 2483)
“Criticized for past visits to Cuba and praise for Fidel Castro; represents progressive urban leadership”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Mar 28, 2026
Why the Blue State Project Is Imploding Before Our Very Eyes | Victor Davis Hanson
“Blamed for destruction of downtown LA through progressive policies that created homelessness and urban decay”
Lovett or Leave It · Mar 28, 2026
Airport Security on ICE
“Responded to LA Metro K-Line expansion vote, initially receptive to community concerns about tunnel routing”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 25, 2026
Bill O’Reilly on Trump’s Next Move & Why America Is at a Turning Point
“Criticized for absence during fires and continued support despite homelessness and crime crises”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 23, 2026
Brian Austin Green on Surviving Hollywood as a Teen + The Housing Economy Struggle
“Appointed fire commissioners and signed proclamation renaming Cesar Chavez Day to Farm Workers Day”
Brown Bag Mornings · Mar 20, 2026
3/20/26 Slipping and Falling into my Ex 🦏 | Brown Bag Mornings
“Announced support for renaming Cesar Chavez Day to Farm Workers Day; spoke with Chavez family about change.”
Brown Bag Mornings · Mar 20, 2026
03/20/26 – HIGHLIGHTS of Brown Bag Mornings: Latto Pregnancy Rumors 🤰 & Bieber vs Usher Drama 😳
“Announced support for renaming Cesar Chavez Day to Farm Workers Day; spoke with Chavez family”