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Keith Edwards joins the show to reflect on the events in Minnesota and how to find hope amidst the tragedy. Then they jump into Keith's personal journey from reality TV to shaping political discourse, the choice to have Ben Shapiro on the show, and whether Democrats should shut down the government over DHS funding.   00:00 New York Culture vs. D.C. Culture 1:52 What We're Seeing in Minneapolis 7:30 Running in 2028 On Accountability10:10 Keith's Upbringing Makes This Surreal 13:20 Processing Grief & Learning To Trust Ourselves17:30 How Reality TV Helps Keith Cover Politics24:10 Trump's Election & Prayer Changed Keith's Career29:45 "We Actually Need Someone Who Knows What They're Doing"33:00The Lincoln Project Or The Inspiration Was I Need Money 38:20 Becoming An Intentional Content Creator 49:18 What Breaks Through In A 2026 Political Environment? 54:18 What's Wrong With The Liberal Side of YouTube?59:10 Why We Had Ben Shapiro On The Show 1:02:55 Does The Left Hurt Itself By Being Too Judgmental? 1:08:10 Fixing The DNC's Social Media 1:13:26 How Do Democrats Persuade People? Email: TIGNPod@gmail.com Young Man in a Hurry by Gavin Newsom, out February 2026. Pre-order your copy: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special conversation, Gavin is joined by Ben Smith of Semafor to discuss how much damage Trump is doing to the American brand on the world stage.  Live from the World Economic Forum in Davos, they analyze how Newsom is fighting fire with fire when it comes to Trump's online rhetoric, Canadian PM Mark Carney's remarks on America's international standing, and California's economic record. 00:00 What Trump Tried To Cancel 2:54 CEOs Under Trump 6:49 The Trump Administration's Insults & Fighting Fire With Fire 8:58 America's Role On The World Stage  17:31 California's Record & The Democratic Party At Large 20:35 Immigration & The Border  25:25 California's Progressive Tax Structure Email: TIGNPod@gmail.com   Young Man in a Hurry by Gavin Newsom, out February 2026. Pre-order your copy: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when the conservative movement turns on one of its own? Governor Newsom is joined by Ben Shapiro to dissect a wide range of topics including Trump's economic failures, the importance of immigration, and how free elections are in fact in danger. Plus they debate Middle East politics, how to solve the housing crisis and whether it's possible to find common ground with those you disagree with.  00:00 Intro 00:36 Ben Shapiro Is California Raised 5:25 Law vs. Politics 7:00 How Bullying Shaped Ben 11:26 Breitbart, Bannon & The Birth of A Right Wing Media Empire 19:02 Are Podcasts' Influence Overrated? 22:06 ICE in California, The Importance of Immigrants & The Benefits of Sanctuary Policies 30:01 Solving The Housing Crisis & Fighting Crony Capitalism 38:47 California vs. Red States 42:51 Did Ben Actually Support Prop 50 47:33 Is Donald Trump Trying To Kill Free Elections? 54:32 TPUSA's America Fest Speech, Candace Owens & The Right Wing Influencer Scene 1:00:50 Shapiro's Relationships With Charlie Kirk & Tucker Carlson 1:03:04 Grievance Based Politics & False Nostalgia 1:08:50 Trump's Economic Troubles, The Affordability Crisis and The Tariff Failure 1:17:06 Shapiro's Justification of Trump's Foreign Policy & The Greenland Question 1:19:49 Trump's Interference With The Fed 1:21:05 Israel, Hamas, The Devastation In Gaza, & Criticisms of Bibi Netanyahu 1:30:30 Gender Affirming Care Under Trump & The Right's Weaponization of LGBTQIA Rights 1:41:08 Is Trump The Scavenger in Ben's Book? 1:45:28 Rapid Fire: Midterm Predictions, Healthcare Subsidies, Vance vs, Rubio, Bondi's Exit        Email: TIGNPod@gmail.com  Young Man in a Hurry by Gavin Newsom, out February 2026. Pre-order your copy: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Wagner (Crooked Media) joins the show to talk about why legacy media is struggling, what stories will matter in 2026 and how Democrats can find their senses of humor. Plus, Alex shares why she'd love to get rid of the internet and why she refuses to become too negative.   00:00 Celebrating New Years With A Cold Plunge 5:15 The Difference Between Crooked Media & Legacy Media 9:47 Can CBS News Win Over MAGA? 14:24 Is Profitability Killing Institutional Media?  19:07 How The News Chooses What to Cover  23:17 Do Podcasts Break Through The Noise? 31:30 Trump's Endurance 36:00 Why Are Democrats So Humorless?  40:16 Is Media Consolidation And Democracy  45:05 How You Become Alex Wagner  55:23 The Stories We Should Be Focusing On In 2026 1:01:30 How Democrats Should Address Climate Issues? 1:09:16 Fighting Loneliness 1:17:13 What Makes Nihilism So Appealing For Young People?SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsom  Email: TIGNPod@gmail.com Substack: GavinnewsomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brandon Ewing aka Atrioc joins the show to talk with Gavin about gaming culture and whether violent video games lead to violent acts. Then they decide what it will take for Gen-Z to reject this administration, if a college degree is worth it, and whether online culture is a cause or symptom of the nihilism young people are feeling.SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsom (00:00) Intro (2:56) The Alleged Link Between Violent Video Games And Violent Actions (9:32) Gaming Culture For People Who Aren't In It (14:50) The Rise & Fall of E-Sports (21:12) Meme Culture & The Economy After Covid (28:02) What It Takes For Gen-Z To Turn On Trump (36:00) The Burden We're Placing On Young People Is Unsustainable (39:57) Are College Degrees Worthless? (45:55) Social Media Incentivizes Feeding Into AngerIG: @ThisisGavinNewsomEmail: TIGNPod@gmail.comSubstack: GavinnewsomPhone: 855-6NEWSOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the year comes to a close, the show looks back at some of the conversations that sparked debate, challenged assumptions, and cut across the political divide. In this special end of year rewind episode, Governor Gavin Newsom revisits significant moments from his discussions with Charlie Kirk, Steve Bannon, Scott Galloway, Atrioc, and Ben Meiselas providing new context and commentary.Email the show:  TIGNPod@gmail.comNew Book by Gavin Newsom: Young Man in a Hurry out February 2026. Pre-order your copy: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bulwark's Tim Miller joins the podcast to discuss being a leading figure in the Never Trump movement, the growth of The Bulwark and how Donald Trump is starting to make the mistake of a normal politician. Plus, Tim shares what it's like spending time with the Turning Point crowd and which Democrats could actually reach young men.0:00 Intro2:30 Miller's Media Diet4:34 How Miller Came To Elevate The Bulwark10:34 How To Understand The Trump Origin Story 16:12 Who Really Benefits From Trump's Success26:03 How Do Democrats Win Nationally34:05 Did Covid Turn Democrats Into The Establishment?40:59 Miller's Relationship With Charlie Kirk & Turning Point USA46:17 The Left's Inability To Engage Young People52:00 Is The Theo Von Voter Up For Grabs?       **BOOK ALERT** Preorder Young Man in a Hurry by Gavin Newsom, out February 2026.  Pre-order your copy: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsom Email: TIGNPod@gmail.com Substack: GavinnewsomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor Newsom chats with Andrew Ross Sorkin in front of a live audience at the New York Times DealBook Summit in New York.  Listen in as they discuss the future of the country, the state of the Democratic party and how to fight the Trump administration. 0:00 - The Democratic Party Is A Big Tent Party3:26 - The Importance of Democratizing Our Economy9:27 Standing Up For Free Elections15:55 Social Media Strategy & The Patriot Shop20:35 Trump's Future  23:47 Crony Capitalism29:30 California As A Model Economy 35:32 Environmental Issues & China38:41 The 2028 Nominee Should Be... SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsomEmail: TIGNPod@gmail.comSubstack: GavinnewsomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor Gavin Newsom sits down with Ian Bremmer, president of Eurasia Group, founder of  GZEROMedia, and one of the most influential geopolitical analysts in the world. Together they assess whether the United States is still seen as a reliable global partner.Bremmer breaks down how President Trump is reshaping alliances, why U.S. foreign policy feels increasingly improvisational, and how adversaries like Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin exploit American dysfunction. They also examine the administration’s Middle East strategy, whether the U.S. is quietly pursuing regime change in Venezuela and whether our fear of Artificial Intelligence can be solved by good political leadership.00:00 — Is the U.S. Still a Reliable Ally?06:31 — Does Trump Actually Have a Foreign Policy?13:11 — MBS, Saudi Arabia, and That White House Meeting19:22 — Should Trump Get More Credit in the Middle East?25:38 — China’s Strategy: Xi Believes He Can Manage Trump32:04 — Why This Administration Seems to Have It Out for Canada38:48 — Are We Quietly Pushing Regime Change in Venezuela?41:55 — The Trump – Putin Relationship Isn’t Working 48:53 — JD Vance & the NATO Breakdown53:36 — How the World Actually Sees the U.S. Right Now1:00:57 — American Corruption Is Now on Full Display1:04:38 — Can Capitalism Save or Destroy AI?1:08:50 — What The Epstein Files Really Tell UsSUBSCRIBE NOW: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsomEmail: TIGNPod@gmail.comSubstack: GavinnewsomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gavin Newsom sits down with Aaron Parnas for an Election Day conversation and why voting Yes on Prop 50 matters. SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsom Email: TIGNPod@gmail.com Substack: GavinnewsomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gavin sits down with Ben Meiselas, co-founder of MeidasTouch and one of the most influential progressive voices in digital media. Meiselas breaks down how independent creators are outpacing corporate media, why Democrats must “flood the zone with the truth,” and how the right exploits tragedy to manipulate public perception. From Trump’s con on American farmers to the potential selling out of Taiwan to China to the future control of TikTok, this conversation dives deep into the moral vacuum of today’s GOP and what it really means to fight back. Plus how Trump’s DOJ is threatening future elections and how the government shutdown could spell the end of the filibuster.   00:00 - Intro 1:13 - More Downloads Than Rogan, More Views Than Fox  5:28 - Flood The Zone With The Truth 8:10 - Borrowing From Mr. Beast 14:47 The Right’s Ability to Exploit Tragedy 18:45 Trump As A White House Wrecking Ball  25:03 How Trump Conned Farmers & The American People 28:44 Would Trump Trade Taiwan For TikTok? 34:04 Why Fighting Back Helps Democrats Become More Popular 42:10 Are We Just Reacting To What Trump Wants?  51:27 The American People Are Suffering Domestically Because Of Trump’s Policies 57:20 The Founding Fathers Never Considered A Low Moral Character President  1:01:23 The Shutdown Is Going To Kill The Filibuster 1:05:37 The Department Of Justice, Election Observers and Voter Intimidation    SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsom   Email: TIGNPod@gmail.com Substack: Gavinnewsom Phone: 855-6NEWSOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live from the Clinton Global Initiative, Governor Gavin Newsom sits down with President Bill Clinton to discuss leadership, climate change, innovation, and the future of public service in America. They also discuss California’s fight against wildfires and rising insurance costs, the global stakes of green energy, and the role of AI in shaping tomorrow’s economy.  00:00 Clinton's First Impression of Gavin Newsom 5:29 California Fires, Insurance Rates & Climate Change 11:49 The Damage Done By This Administration Already 15:18 California & Green Energy  & China  18:13 Artificial Intelligence & Innovation In California  21:07 Young Men & The Service Corps in California  25:39 Divorce Is Not An Option SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsomEmail: TIGNPod@gmail.comSubstack: GavinnewsomPhone: 855-6NEWSOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gavin Newsom sits down with Senator Chris Murphy to discuss if Trump cares about the human impact of a government shutdown and whether bipartisanship is still possible in today’s polarized climate. Then they dive into the mounting tensions of putting troops in the streets, and how Democrats can redefine their brand amidst the chaos.  0:00 Intro  1:40 - Oversight Hearing 5:26 -Trump Is Rooting For A Shutdown11:10 - Dems Need To Unite Right Now16:04 - Is Bipartisanism Dead?21:50 - Troops In The Streets 26:17 The Democratic Brand30:48 Loneliness & Young People 36:00 Totalitarianism & Monopolies 40:29 2026 And Beyond Mentioned In This Episode: Chris Murphy's Atlantic Article SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsomEmail: TIGNPod@gmail.comSubstack: Gavinnewsom Phone: 855-6NEWSOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As fears of martial law grow, Governors Gavin Newsom, JB Pritzker, and Tina Kotek break down what’s really happening with the National Guard, ICE, and federal power. They discuss how states are pushing back, whether we can rely on the courts, and what it means for the future of American democracy.   00:00 Introduction 2:40 Breaking News From Illinois  7:30  "Portland Is Not Burning"  11:25 ICE Raids In Chicago & The Politics Of Fear 15:15 Noem Means No Actual Crisis 20:42 This Is A Preview Of Things To Come  27:05  Can We Get Justice In The Courts? 31:04 The Insurrection Act 34:17 The Public Is Pushing Back Peacefully 38:13 The National Guard Don't Want This Either IG: @ThisisGavinNewsom Email: TIGNPod@gmail.comSubstack: GavinnewsomPhone: 855-6NEWSOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Obama AG, Eric Holder, joins the podcast to talk about the government shutdown, James Comey's innocence, and how scared we should be about a large police force that's only loyal to one man. Time Codes: (00:00) It's Time To Be Afraid (6:31) James Comey Is Not Getting Convicted (11:22) Shut It Down For Healthcare (17:01) Obama's Influence On The Voting Rights Fight (23:47) Gerrymandering & Race (32:52) It's About Desensitizing People To Troops On Our Streets (37:15) The Shock Being Felt By FBI Employees (40:25) Prop 50 Has Got To Pass     IG: @ThisisGavinNewsomEmail: TIGNPod@gmail.comSubstack: GavinnewsomPhone: 855-6NEWSOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brandon Ewing aka Atrioc joins the show to talk with Gavin about gaming culture and whether violent video games lead to violent acts. Then they decide what it will take for Gen-Z to reject this administration, if a college degree is worth it, and whether online culture is a cause or symptom of the nihilism young people are feeling.SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://linktr.ee/govgavinnewsom (00:00) Intro (2:56) The Alleged Link Between Violent Video Games And Violent Actions (9:32) Gaming Culture For People Who Aren't In It (14:50) The Rise & Fall of E-Sports (21:12) Meme Culture & The Economy After Covid (28:02) What It Takes For Gen-Z To Turn On Trump (36:00) The Burden We're Placing On Young People Is Unsustainable (39:57) Are College Degrees Worthless? (45:55) Social Media Incentivizes Feeding Into AngerIG: @ThisisGavinNewsomEmail: TIGNPod@gmail.comSubstack: GavinnewsomPhone: 855-6NEWSOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor Gavin Newsom and Brian Tyler Cohen are joined by an all-star lineup of politicians and creators to raise awareness and funds for Yes on Prop 50, also known as the Election Rigging Response Act.    Featuring Senators Elizabeth Warren & Alex Padilla, Representatives Jasmine Crockett & Maxwell Frost, a West Wing Reunion, the guys from Pod Save America, Ben Meiselas of The MeidasTouch and many many more.    To Support Prop 50 and The Election Rigging Response Act click here   To watch the full 3 hour plus episode on Youtube and see everyone who showed up (including Brian’s dog) click here.   (00:00) Brian Tyler Cohen & Gov. Gavin Newsom (12:08) Pod Save America & Sen. Elizabeth Warren (24:38) Ben Meiselas of MeidasTouch & Gov. Gavin Newsom (36:36) Joanne Carducci & Sen. Alex Padilla (45:30) The West Wing's Dule Hill, Martin Sheen & Tim Fullerton (1:01:37) Olivia Julianna & Rep. Jasmine Crockett (1:11:57) Jack Cochiarella & Rep. Maxwell Frost (1:22:25) A.B. Burns-Tucker & Reps. Pete Aguilar & Sydney Kamlager-Dove (1:37:16) Leigh McGowan & Gov. Gavin NewsomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer on the lessons of a second term Trump, firings at the Fed, if we should worry about journalism's future, and whether this administration is prioritizing loyalty over facts. IG: @ThisisGavinNewsomEmail: ThisisGavinNewsom@iheartradio.comSubstack: GavinnewsomPhone: 855-6NEWSOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former head of the Democratic National Committee Jaime Harrison shares why Democrats must fight for every seat, what inspired him to run for office, and how to message effectively so voters don't stay home.Check out Jaime's podcast At Our Table with Jaime Harrison IG: @ThisisGavinNewsomEmail: ThisisGavinNewsom@iheartradio.comSubstack: GavinnewsomPhone: 855-6NEWSOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett breaks down Donald Trump’s systematic dismantling of our democracy — from Texas’ redistricting and California’s response, to Trump's latest attack on the ballot box, and the dystopian National Guard presence in Washington, D.C.IG: @ThisisGavinNewsomEmail: ThisisGavinNewsom@iheartradio.comSubstack: GavinnewsomPhone: 855-6NEWSOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.