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Brothers Brian and John Kabateck take a unique approach to discussions affecting business and consumers alike in the state with a discussion that is presented with humor and conflict from brothers of typically differing opinions. Brian Kabateck is Founding and Managing Partner of Kabateck, LLP. A legal firm defending consumers rights and protections. Brian was also President of the Consumers Attorneys of California. John Kabateck, is President of Kabateck Strategies, LLP. His firm keeps the voices of mom and pop businesses heard in the State Capitol. He represents such trade organizations as the NFIB, Associated Builders and Contractors of Northern California and The California Restaurant Association to name a few. This program will be like no other and is intended to shed light on difficult issues surrounding both political and consumer concerns as they make their way into California's Capitol, with a style and delivery that can be unpredictable yet informative and entertaining.
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Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. It's a vigorous discussion as the brothers Kabateck express differing views (surprised?) on what Paul Mitchell of Political Data Inc. has to say about what both the data show and what he believes it's representing. The topics range from the impact of younger voters on election results to the mayoral outcome in LA to the national front and what may happen come 2024. Lots of opinion, lots ...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Join brothers Brian and John Kabateck as they discuss the outlook for candidates and their respective parties in the upcoming elections for California with Marva Diaz. Marva Diaz is the President of Marva Diaz Strategies and also the Co-Editor of California Targetbook, a political reference resource. Today's conversation covers topics ranging from re-districting and the impacts it's had ...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Former California State Assembly Member and now Political Strategist, Mike Roos is the focus for the brothers Kabateck in this episode. From current issues and concerns for the state regarding the Democratic party and the lack of presence of the Republican party, to his perspective on whether Governor Newsome will run for President, Mike is very candid in his comments. A little reflectio...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. The discussion get's a little contentious as Brian Kabateck, self-professed left leaning and John Kabateck clearly to the right, engage on a variety of topics with Assembly Member Chris Holden. The mutual respect amongst all is clear with the conversation touching on partisanship in the Capital, the Republican Party in California and the significance (or not) of AB257. Their trademark "F...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. If it were up to former LA District Attorney, Steve Cooley, Los Angeles current DA, George Gascon would be out. A myriad of bad decisions has left LA with some of the highest crime rates in the country and it's not looking any better any time soon. Poor leadership, poor laws and a lessened police force have created a perfect storm for those wishing to violate the law. Gain some ins...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Oh boy, there's a little friction in the room today as Paul Mitchell returns for a discussion closer to the mid-terms with some more insight on many topics. Is Newsome running for President? (Hint:yes) Does he have a chance? (Hint:no) Or at least that's the opinion. How do California's elections influence the house? Hmmm. No more hints. What about the various propositio...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. This is one supercharged episode as the tension from the right and the left, that would be brothers John and Brian, and the topics of conversation are all California pain points. Senator Steven Bradford is steadfast in his positions and shares some observations that support both sides of the political aisle. Topics include, social equity, crime, homelessness and the state of the California exo...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Oh boy, is this one hotly debated topic amongst professional as well as amateur political debates. Brian and John lean on their own sides of the aisle as they discuss what the value is of redistricting with Paul Mitchell, an expert data consultant. Paul is the founder of Redistricting Partners and VP of Political Data, Inc. His experience and expertise leads to the expected discuss...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Join brothers Brian and John Kabateck as they get political with former reporter and columnist for the Los Angeles Times and Sacramento Bee, Dan Morain. The conversation takes many twists and turns but touches on the issues of homelessness, crime and the Republican part in the state of California. As usual, you'll learn a little more about the personal side of Dan as the brothers pepper ...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Brothers Kabateck once again score an incredible guest to discuss current and very topical conversations in California. Jon Coupal, President of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association talks about the state of the state but more importantly, the "death tax" that is currently being discussed by the legislature. Hear from varied perspectives as the discussion meanders through political bias very...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In their inimitable fashion, brothers contrarian, Brian and John Kabateck ask some tough questions from different perspectives of their good friend, former Speaker of the California State Assembly, John A. Perez. The range of topics spans the spectrum of issues the state is dealing with from a grade for Governor Newsome on the handling of Covid, to education, port blockage, water and eve...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Brothers Brian and John Kabateck have an engaging discussion with Senate Republican Leader, Scott Wilk on the state of the Republican Party in California for starters. The conversation then turns to a conversation on the Armenian genocide and the Armenian state of affairs in California. Definitely some surprising discussion here. Finally, get to know Senator Wilk a bit better as Brian an...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. The brothers Kabateck, Brian and John, have a casual and candid conversation with Dee Dee Myers, former Press Secretary to President Bill Clinton and the first female Press Secretary ever. The conversation travels many paths from her career in D.C. to her current role as Senior Advisor to the Governor and Director of the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), a cabine...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. This episode releases on the day following an historic vote by the Sacramento City Council on what steps are going to be taken to help relieve the homelessness problem in the the city. Not one to mince words on the topic, Mayor Steinberg hits it head on with his vision for the future and what necessary steps need to be taken now to ensure a cleaner city and the appropriate aid and support for ...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Fiona Ma, California State Treasurer has one very big job. Today she gets comfortable at the table for a discussion of pressing issues, career and more with brothers Brian and John Kabateck. She shares successes, concerns and a few surprises we'll bet you never knew as the conversation gets personal. Hop on in and join the discussion. If you enjoy hearing what we have to say, albei...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Welcome to the premiere episode of "Kabatalks" with Brian and John Kabateck. Their very first independent production together opens with Jot Condie, President and CEO of the California Restaurant Association sharing his thoughts about the current state of the industry, pending litigation in a class action suit and what his outlook is for California restaurants post Covid. This is a rare ...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, the guys sit down with California Assemblymember John Harabedian to talk about his path from prosecutor to public servant and the issues shaping Sacramento today. They dig into his legislative priorities, from tackling homelessness and housing affordability to strengthening consumer protections and safeguarding voting rights. They also get into the political dynamics of Califo...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, the guys dig into the controversial “Big Beautiful Bill” passed by House Republicans this spring — a large package that cuts billions from food aid, relaxes regulations, supports fossil fuel projects, and includes tax breaks like the no-tax-on-tips provision, all wrapped inside a farm bill. They break down the startling incident in Los Angeles where Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode of Kabatalks, John and Brian square off over one of the most explosive headlines in California politics: the deployment of federal troops to Los Angeles amidst ICE raids and growing street protests. Was it a necessary response to chaos—or a dangerous overreach? The conversation dives deep into the legal thresholds for using the National Guard without a governor’s consent, the histori...
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, we sit down with Assemblymember Laurie Davies to explore the evolving mood in Sacramento—Is it tense? Collaborative? Or somewhere in between? A former small business owner, Davies offers her take on how bipartisan cooperation can still thrive, even in a deeply divided political climate. We dig into her top priorities for the year, her honest views on Governor Newsom’s performance, a...
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