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Steve Hilton

Mentioned in 18 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

Republican candidate for California governor in the 2026 race who has gained attention for leading in polls and scoring strongly in debate performances. Hosts his own podcast where he discusses state governance issues, tax reform, and government efficiency initiatives like his Cal Doge proposal. He is frequently featured across conservative talk radio shows and has received endorsements from prominent political commentators.

Episode Appearances

VINCE

VINCE · Apr 13, 2026

California Schemin’: Swalwell’s Political Dreams Go Down in Flames | Episode 266

Second leading Republican candidate in California governor's race, part of jungle primary system threatening Democratic control

Eric Swalwell sexual assault allegations and political downfallCalifornia gubernatorial race jungle primary system dynamicsDignidad Act amnesty legislation and Republican support
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O'Connor & Company

O'Connor & Company · Apr 13, 2026

Eric Swalwell, Maryland Sanctuary Bill, Artemis II Returns to Earth

Republican leading California gubernatorial primary polls against Swalwell

Eric Swalwell sexual misconduct allegations and gubernatorial campaign withdrawalDemocratic party internal politics and candidate elimination strategiesMedia accountability and suppression of political stories
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O'Connor & Company

O'Connor & Company · Apr 13, 2026

MD Del. Lauren Arikan, Eric Swalwell, Steve Moore, Trump DC Changes

Former Fox News host leading California gubernatorial race with Trump endorsement, polling at 19%

Maryland Community Trust Act immigration policyICE detainer cooperation restrictionsCalifornia gubernatorial primary dynamics
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Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis

Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 13, 2026

Hour 1 of NMN, No Deal with Iran + Swalwell Ain't Doin So Well

Former Fox broadcaster leading California gubernatorial primary polls as Republican candidate

Iran Nuclear Weapons ProgramStrait of Hormuz BlockadeU.S.-Iran Negotiations
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Morning Wire

Morning Wire · Apr 13, 2026

Iranian Blockade Begins & Swalwell Withdraws | 4.13.26

Leading Republican candidate in California governor's race, recently endorsed by Trump

Iran Nuclear Negotiations and Red LinesStrait of Hormuz Blockade StrategyUS-Iran Military Escalation
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Pivot

Pivot · Apr 10, 2026

Iran Ceasefire Uncertainty, Democratic Wins, and Musk vs. Altman

Trump-endorsed candidate in California governor race; potentially helping Democrats by splitting GOP

Iran Ceasefire Negotiations and Strait of Hormuz StrategyTrump Foreign Policy Coherence and Commander-in-Chief CredibilityDemocratic Electoral Strategy for 2026 Midterms and 2028 Presidential Race
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O'Connor & Company

O'Connor & Company · Apr 7, 2026

Michigan Basketball, Bad Numbers for Virginia Dems, Eric Swalwell, Spencer Pratt

Running second in California governor's race; recently received Trump endorsement; Republican in jungle primary

Virginia Redistricting Referendum 2024Democratic Primary Competitiveness California Governor RaceEric Swalwell Intern Misconduct Allegations
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Armstrong & Getty On Demand

Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Feb 27, 2026

The Chimp Says "Hold My Banana."

Republican candidate for California governor; discussed campaign against Democratic establishment and state dysfunction

AI Military Integration and Autonomous WeaponsPentagon-Anthropic Standoff and Defense Production ActAI Safety and Reliability in Weapons Systems
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Mark Levin Podcast

Mark Levin Podcast · Feb 27, 2026

2/26/26 - Beware of Fake "Patriots" Trying to Destroy the Country

Republican gubernatorial candidate in California leading in polls; endorsed by Levin for governor

Iran Nuclear Negotiations and Military DeterrenceImmigration Enforcement and Border Security PolicyTucker Carlson and Neo-Fascist Political Rhetoric
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Adam Carolla Show

Adam Carolla Show · Feb 23, 2026

Republican Steve Hilton on His Rapid Rise in California Governor Race

California gubernatorial candidate; former Fox News host and UK government advisor; primary guest discussing state governance failures

California Vehicle Registration Fees and Gas Tax PolicyInfrastructure Maintenance and Road ConditionsSelective Law Enforcement and Prosecutorial Discretion
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The John Phillips Show

The John Phillips Show · Feb 12, 2026

The first guilty plea in the Sheng Thao corruption case

Leading Republican candidate for California governor in 2026 race

Sheng Thao corruption case and guilty pleasShipping container housing fraud schemesCalifornia homeless housing contracts
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The Steve Hilton Show

The Steve Hilton Show · Feb 12, 2026

Chad Bianco Is SABOTAGING the Governor’s Race!

Republican gubernatorial candidate in California; scored 66% in debate audience poll against six Democrats

California gubernatorial race 2026 - Republican consolidation strategyVote-splitting dynamics in top-two primary systemsCandidate baggage and electability polling
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The John Phillips Show

The John Phillips Show · Feb 11, 2026

Michael Gates is running for California Attorney General

Gubernatorial candidate endorsed by Michael Gates for coordinated fiscal accountability and taxpayer restitution efforts

California Government Waste and Fraud ($250 Billion Accountability Crisis)Municipal Governance Models and Crime Reduction StrategiesHomelessness Causation: Housing Costs vs. Addiction/Mental Health
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The John Phillips Show

The John Phillips Show · Feb 9, 2026

Live at Gladstones in Long Beach with Steve Hilton and Shawn Steel

Republican candidate for California governor; founder of Golden Together; host of Steve Hilton Show

Proposition 13 property tax protection and ballot initiative to save itCalifornia gubernatorial race 2024 and candidate positioningTech industry exodus from California to Texas and Arizona
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The Steve Hilton Show

The Steve Hilton Show · Feb 4, 2026

Exposing “Moderate” Democrat Matt Mahan

Host and California gubernatorial candidate discussing state governance failures and tax reform proposals

California Mileage Tax ProposalVehicle Registration Fee ReformMedicaid and Medicare Fraud in California
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The Steve Hilton Show

The Steve Hilton Show · Jan 28, 2026

Anti-ICE Democrats Are Getting People Killed!

Host and California gubernatorial candidate announcing Cal Doge initiative and leading government efficiency reform effort

California Department of Government Efficiency (Cal Doge) structure and implementationGovernment fraud and waste quantification—$250B+ estimated fraud in CaliforniaNGO and nonprofit contractor fraud schemes using taxpayer funds
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The Steve Hilton Show

The Steve Hilton Show · Jan 21, 2026

This Political Experiment Could Save California!

Host and California gubernatorial candidate launching campaign with cost-of-living analysis and golden ticket coalition

California Cost-of-Living Crisis and Household AffordabilitySales Tax Policy and Constitutional Cap EvasionElection Integrity and Extended Voting Periods
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All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Jan 13, 2026

Adam Carolla on California's Collapse: Fires, Failed Leadership, and Gyno-Fascism

California wildfire reconstruction delaysRegulatory capture and bureaucratic inefficiencyState-to-state business and population migration
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