Steve Hilton
Mentioned in 44 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.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The John Phillips Show · Jun 12, 2026
The Feds Pull Funding from LAHSA
“Campaigning in San Jose focusing on affordability, taxes, and practical governance issues”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Jun 12, 2026
From Courtroom Protests to Belfast Riots: VDH on Race Politics, Immigration, and California’s Mail-In Machine
“Advanced to final ballot in California Senate race against Adam Schiff”
Up First from NPR · Jun 10, 2026
US & Iran Trade Retaliatory Strikes, Primary Results In Four States, ICE Funding Bill
“Former Fox News commentator with Trump backing who secured second place in California governor race”
The Headlines · Jun 10, 2026
Stray Drones Are Setting Off Alarms in Europe, and the U.S. Deports a World Cup Referee
“Former Fox News host and British politics veteran who won Republican primary spot against Tom Steyer”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Jun 9, 2026
California counts votes slowly. Trump falsely cries fraud.
“Republican potentially facing Becerra in November California governor's race”
The Megyn Kelly Show · Jun 9, 2026
Shocking Migrant Attack, Questions About California Cheating, and Iran Shoots Down American Helicopter, with Buckley Carlson | Ep. 1335
“Discussed as one of final two candidates in California gubernatorial race; reporting on election integrity issues”
The Glenn Beck Program · Jun 9, 2026
What Everybody Is Missing in the Karmelo Anthony Trial | Guest: Carla Sumarriva | 6/9/26
“Exposing California mail-in ballot vulnerabilities allowing backdating of ballots”
The Find Out Podcast · Jun 9, 2026
Trump Had A Huge Meltdown On Meet The Press & It Was So Good!
“California gubernatorial candidate who initially led in vote count before mail-in ballots shifted race”
The Find Out Podcast · Jun 4, 2026
The Missing Congressman
“Trump-endorsed candidate who previously sought Bloomberg funding for startup ventures in 2015-2016”
Perceived Reality · Jun 3, 2026
Craig Hamilton-Parker Says Spencer Pratt Will Be the Next LA Mayor
“Predicted to have strong chance of becoming California Republican governor”
The Dan Bongino Show · Jun 3, 2026
Earthquake in California? (Ep. 2528)
“Former Fox host running as Republican for California governor, currently leading in primary results”
The Headlines · Jun 2, 2026
Extreme Water Shortages in the West, and Hegseth’s Pentagon Purge
“Former British political operative and Fox News personality running for California governor”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Jun 1, 2026
Trump’s Dumb Midterms Strategy and Platner’s Sexting Scandal
“Competing in bunched California governor's race, sometimes polling on top, sometimes behind Becerra”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 28, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: The Modern Left Wants Control More Than Accountability
“Discussed as conservative candidate in three-way race with Becerra and Steyer”
The NPR Politics Podcast · May 26, 2026
What to know about the California governor’s race
“Former Fox News host and UK political advisor consolidating Republican vote after Trump endorsement”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 18, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: Trump’s Leverage Over Xi Jinping EXPLAINED
“Republican candidate for California governor; endorsed by Hanson as viable option”
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
“Running second in California gubernatorial race; recommended as best Republican chance in top-two primary”
Too Scary; Didn't Watch · May 13, 2026
HOKUM
“Front-runner in California gubernatorial race; criticized by host for debate performance”
The Matt Walsh Show · May 7, 2026
Friendly Fire: The LATEST Somali Scandal
“Republican candidate in California governor's race; assessed as unlikely to win general election”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 7, 2026
Friendly Fire: The LATEST Somali Scandal
“Republican gubernatorial candidate; unlikely to win in Democratic-dominated state”
Pod Save America · May 3, 2026
Bernie vs. the Robots
“California gubernatorial candidate leading in some polls with conservative messaging”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Apr 29, 2026
CA Governor Candidate Steve Hilton on Why California is Destroying Itself & How a Republican Can Win
“British-born Republican candidate for California Governor; former senior advisor to UK PM David Cameron”
PBD Podcast · Apr 24, 2026
Trump's 'Shoot And Kill' Order + Ilhan Omar SNAPS | PBD #784
“Polling at 20% in gubernatorial race; gives Newsom F grade; represents conservative alternative to Democratic candidates”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 23, 2026
We Can All Be A Tool From Time To Time
“Leading Republican candidate for California governor; guest discussing homelessness policy, debate performance, and specific implementation plans”
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
“Independent gubernatorial candidate discussed as potential primary competitor with similar reform agenda.”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 13, 2026
Trump Blockades Hormuz as Ceasefire Collapses and Orbán Loses Power
“Endorsed by Trump for California governor's race; expected to consolidate Republican primary support.”
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”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 13, 2026
Eric Swalwell, Maryland Sanctuary Bill, Artemis II Returns to Earth
“Republican leading California gubernatorial primary polls against Swalwell”
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%”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Jan 13, 2026