Ron DeSantis
Mentioned in 103 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Ron DeSantis Governor of Florida praised across conservative media for state economic policies, property tax reform, and public safety achievements, particularly homicide reduction in major cities. A former 2024 presidential candidate whose campaign initially appealed to younger voters but diminished upon national exposure, he remains discussed as a potential Republican leader and future political figure. Podcasts frequently mention his governance record, policy initiatives, and potential roles in Republican politics, though some coverage addresses controversies including migrant transportation policies and regulatory disputes.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Ezra Klein Show · May 19, 2026
How to End the Gerrymandering Doom Loop Forever
“Aggressively redrawn Florida congressional maps from 28 to 24 Republican seats”
The Bulwark Podcast · May 15, 2026
Andrew Weissmann: Is Trump Going To Raid Fort Knox Next?
“Discussed for aggressive gerrymandering strategy in Florida congressional redistricting”
Galaxy Brain · May 15, 2026
Chris Hayes on Calibrating Your AI Anxiety
“Mentioned as political figure with populist rhetoric on AI regulation”
The Headlines · May 13, 2026
U.S. Intelligence Undercuts Trump’s War Claims, and the Cost of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
“Promoted Alligator Alcatraz detention center as deterrent to undocumented immigration”
La Estrategia del Día México · May 6, 2026
Banobras y los verdaderos ‘cómos’, Milken Conference, Intel y futuros de cómputo
“Discussed local policy, housing affordability, and tax reduction as competitive advantages attracting capital from California”
Taylor Lorenz’s Power User · May 6, 2026
The Most Dangerous Lie on the Internet: The 62 Million Men Hoax Explained
“Championing AI Bill of Rights with supporters calling opponents 'digital Epsteins' using manipulative rhetoric”
The Megyn Kelly Show · May 6, 2026
DeSantis on 2028, Dem Donor Challenges Nazi Grandfather Report, Cruise Virus Outbreak: AM Update 5/6
“Laying groundwork for 2028 presidential run, appearing at Milken Institute conference and scheduled for NY Republican gala”
The Jesse Kelly Show · May 6, 2026
Hour 3: What Texas Represents
“Praised for approving new Florida electoral map ahead of midterms”
The Rubin Report · May 5, 2026
Hakeem Jeffries Humiliated as Ron DeSantis' Hakeem Impression Goes Viral
“Florida governor who redrew congressional maps in response to Democratic redistricting threats; praised for effective political strategy”
The Dan Bongino Show · May 5, 2026
A Ridiculous Apology (Ep. 2508)
“Signed congressional redistricting map potentially netting Republicans +4 seats in midterms”
PBD Podcast · May 5, 2026
Gov. Wes Moore: Trans Kids, Newsom's Failures & 2028 Dark Horse | PBD #791
“Compared to Moore on economic policy, business recruitment, and net migration success”
Pod Save America · May 5, 2026
Trump Is Falling. Are Democrats Rising?
“Signed new congressional redistricting map into law Monday; expected to gain 4 seats from redistricting despite legal challenges”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 30, 2026
As the War Nears Its Legal Limit, Trump Pushes Presidential Power Further
“Sought new congressional district map following Supreme Court Voting Rights Act decision”
The Michael Knowles Show · Apr 30, 2026
Ep. 1964 - Democrats Destroyed: SCOTUS Hands Conservatives HUGE Win
“Passed redistricting map adding four Republican congressional seats in response to Virginia gerrymandering”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 30, 2026
Trump Assassination Attempt, Kimmel’s WHCD Joke, Comey & Fauci Indictments, and the UK Visit | VDH
“Contrasted favorably with Hakeem Jeffries as competent executive; implementing redistricting”
The Powers That Be: Daily · Apr 30, 2026
Is There Anything Left of the Voting Rights Act?
“Led Florida Republicans in passing aggressive congressional redistricting map eliminating four Democratic seats”
The Briefing with Jen Psaki · Apr 30, 2026
'It's the incompetence!': Hegseth roasted by Democrats in congressional hearing
“Signed partisan gerrymandering bill into law despite Democratic opposition”
All In with Chris Hayes · Apr 30, 2026
Hayes RIPS Supreme Court ruling: Back towards 'policies of Jim Crow'
“Pushed through one-day congressional redistricting in Florida to eliminate Democratic districts despite state constitutional prohibition”
Mark Levin Podcast · Apr 30, 2026
4/29/26 - The Grave Threat Nobody is Talking About
“Florida governor who submitted redistricting map gaining four additional Republican congressional seats”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 29, 2026
The Rise of Conspiracy Politics in Trump’s America (ft. Astead Herndon)
“Proposing aggressive congressional redistricting map adding four GOP-leaning seats”
PBD Podcast · Apr 24, 2026
Trump's 'Shoot And Kill' Order + Ilhan Omar SNAPS | PBD #784
“Praised for incentivizing homeownership through property tax policy; growing real estate tax revenue from $30B to $63B without punitive taxation”
The Dan Bongino Show · Apr 23, 2026
The Dems Hit The Panic Button (Ep. 2501)
“Invited Hakeem Jeffries to campaign in Florida; example of confident Republican response to Democratic strategy”
The Rubin Report · Apr 23, 2026
Unexpected Iran Decision After Trump Pressure, Border Tragedy, DeSantis Clash | 4/23/26 FIRST LOOK
“Leading Florida redistricting effort and responding to Democratic threats with political counter-messaging.”
Mark Levin Podcast · Apr 23, 2026
4/22/26 - Mark Levin: We've NEVER Seen Democrats This Desperate
“Discussed as proactive executive responding to gerrymandering; quoted challenging Hakeem Jeffries”
IHIP News · Apr 22, 2026
Trump Furious As His Admin Falls Apart; Kash Torched in Presser & Bondi Secrets Revealed
“Reported to be seeking cabinet positions including attorney general, secretary of defense, or Supreme Court justice”
The Commentary Magazine Podcast · Apr 22, 2026
Strait Shooters
“Expected to challenge redistricting efforts in Florida to prevent Democratic gains”
Up First from NPR · Apr 22, 2026
Trump Extends Ceasefire Indefinitely, VA Redistricting Results, Warsh Fed Hearing
“Called special session to redraw congressional maps in Florida to gain Republican seats”
Bannon`s War Room · Apr 16, 2026
Episode 5306: Disbarment Of John Eastman; The Corporate Corruption Of Music
“Called special legislative session to force vote on AI Bill of Rights despite House speaker blocking it”
CrimeLess · Apr 15, 2026
When music festivals go wrong
“Signed executive order suspending Brandon Newsom from Holmes County Commission following felony charges”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Apr 15, 2026
Trump Feud Continues with the Pope & the Media Picks Sides, the US Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz & a New Immigration Law in FL
“Signed Florida driver's license immigration status law on April 1st, effective 2027”
IHIP News · Apr 14, 2026
JD Vance's Embarrassing Response To Fascist Ally's Humiliating Loss
“Cited as replicating Orbán's strategy of using government to target private sector (Disney) for cultural reasons”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 11, 2026
Masters Friday: Rory McIlroy Races Ahead at Augusta National, Bryson Misses Cut
“Political figure observed meeting Jim Nance at Masters; referenced in social commentary about liberal/conservative divide”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 3, 2026
Trump Axes Bondi… and Pete Hegseth’s Military Purge Sparks Outrage
“Taking shots at administration but unlikely to mount serious 2028 challenge”
PBD Podcast · Apr 3, 2026
Pam Bondi OUT As Attorney General | PBD #769
“Praised for signing SAVE Act voter ID legislation and holding judges accountable; positioned as effective leader”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 3, 2026
Hour 3 of MNM - More Iran, Plane Down? + Gavin Newsom (fraud)
“Praised as polar opposite of Newsom; positioned as third option; potential Attorney General candidate”
VINCE · Apr 3, 2026
Pam Bondi Is OUT — What Just Happened?! | Episode 260
“Florida governor mentioned as potential AG candidate; host suggests constituents prefer him to remain in state office”
Bannon`s War Room · Apr 2, 2026
Episode 5268: Pam Bondy Out As AG Todd Blanche To Take Her Place
“Mentioned as potential AG candidate with proven record as bold and fearless executive”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 2, 2026
Pam Bondi Fired as Trump Promised BIG News on the Iran War… Delivered NOTHING (ft. Marc Elias)
“Sued by Elias over new voter suppression bill removing state college IDs from acceptable voter identification”
Bulwark Takes · Apr 1, 2026
Trump’s Library Looks Like a Wedding Venue in Hell
“Facilitated transfer of public property to Trump Library Foundation; renaming Palm Beach Airport after Trump”
Scrolling with Hayley · Apr 1, 2026
Whoopi Has NSFW Opinion on Trump Library - Scrolling w/ Hayley (Ep. 268)
“Signed House Bill 919 renaming Palm Beach International Airport to Donald J. Trump International Airport”
The Dan Bongino Show · Apr 1, 2026
The Biggest Fraud in D.C. (Ep. 2485)
“Cited for tweet showing government cost control failures in healthcare and education sectors”
IHIP News · Mar 31, 2026
MAGA Imploding Fast, Alex Jones Goes Off On Creepy Lindsey Graham Vacation Photos
“Approved Palm Beach Airport renaming to Trump International Airport as political loyalty gesture”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Mar 31, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: NEW Book, Trump’s Endless War Agenda, Ilhan Omar Immigration Fraud Explained
“Discussed as 2024 primary candidate disadvantaged by Trump's legal challenges”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 21, 2026
Episode 5235: Grassroots Fight Back Against RINO Candidates
“Florida governor's state-level AI regulation approach gaining traction as alternative to federal preemption”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 20, 2026
Episode 5233: Fighting AI Mandates In The States; Islam Is Creeping Into Texas Schools
“Actively opposing AI preemption and protecting state regulatory authority on AI governance”
American Potential · Mar 17, 2026
Jason Chaffetz on AI, Free Speech, and Why America Must Stay Engaged
“Worked with Chaffetz on IRS accountability investigations targeting 300 conservative groups”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 11, 2026
Episode 5207: SAVE America Act Vote Heads To The Senate; Majority Of America Supports Health Freedom
“Florida Governor whose AI Bill of Rights legislation is being blocked by Speaker Danny Perez”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 9, 2026
Episode 5201: The Lies Of John Cornyn
“Referenced as alternative considered for Hegseth's position”
Cover 3 College Football · Mar 2, 2026
NFL Draft Combine Takeaways | Portal Penalties + Proposed Rule Changes | College Football
“Florida Governor hosting college sports roundtable on March 6th in state”
On with Kara Swisher · Mar 2, 2026
Gavin Newsom on His Memoir, Trump, and Plans for 2028
“Debated by Newsom on Fox News to counter right-wing narratives and demonstrate Democratic willingness to engage hostile media”