California Underground: Your Sane Insight into California Politics

Where Are They Know? Looking Back on Newsom's 2025 Promises

In this episode of California Underground, Phil and Camille discuss the recent $2 million payout to the CEO of LA County, the unfulfilled promises of Governor Gavin Newsom, and the political comeback attempt of Pamela Price, who was recalled as district attorney. They explore themes of entitlement among politicians, the impact of local elections, and the broader implications for California's political landscape. Original air date 12.9.25 Chapters 00:00 LA County CEO's Controversial Settlement 17:28 Gavin Newsom's Unfulfilled Promises 29:54 California's Healthcare Challenges 35:58 Funding Priorities and Political Promises 38:09 Gavin Newsom's Book and Its Implications 40:39 The Outsider Narrative and Personal Responsibility 42:38 Political Grifts and Book Deals 49:45 Pamela Price's Political Comeback Attempt 55:33 The State of California Politics and Public Sentiment 01:03:27 The Importance of Local Elections and Community Engagement *The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California politics from a place of sanity and rationality.* Check out our full site for more information about the show at www.californiaunderground.live [http://www.californiaunderground.live] Join the Members Only California Underground Telegram —>  https://im.page/7c0306da [https://im.page/7c0306da]  For more in depth California political news coverage, make sure to subscribe to our Substack at https://caunderground.substack.com [https://caunderground.substack.com]  Check out our sponsor for this episode, StopBox, by going to www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground [http://www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground] to get 10% off your order Follow California Underground on Social Media   Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground [http://www.instagram.com/californiaunderground]  X: https://twitter.com/CAUndergound [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/39-things-know-about-jd-vance-trumps-running-mate] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1 [https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA]  Read about our Privacy Policy: https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/ [https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/]

Stockton's Brutal Gang Wars: Innocent People Caught in the Crossfire

On this episode of the California Underground, Phil and Camille discuss the recent tragedy in Stockton where a shooting at a birthday party left 4 dead and 11 wounded. They discuss the problem with crime in Stockton, the history of gang violence, and the laws in California that go soft on gang violence. They also discuss California spending $450 million on a new 911 system, only to scrap it and start over. Finally, President Trump sues California over in state tuition for undocumented students. Are you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can’t talk about insane taxes, an overbearing government, and radical social experiments without getting a side eye? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast, the most trusted podcast on all things California politics. Original air date  12.2.25 *The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California politics from a place of sanity and rationality.* Check out our full site for more information about the show at www.californiaunderground.live [http://www.californiaunderground.live] Join the Members Only California Underground Telegram —>  https://im.page/7c0306da [https://im.page/7c0306da]  For more in depth California political news coverage, make sure to subscribe to our Substack at https://caunderground.substack.com [https://caunderground.substack.com]  Check out our sponsor for this episode, StopBox, by going to www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground [http://www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground] to get 10% off your order Follow California Underground on Social Media   Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground [http://www.instagram.com/californiaunderground]  X: https://twitter.com/CAUndergound [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/39-things-know-about-jd-vance-trumps-running-mate] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1 [https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA]  Read about our Privacy Policy: https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/ [https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/]

AG Bonta Blackmailed in "Compromising Position"?

On this episode of the California Underground, we discuss new revelations that AG Bonta may have been blackmailed with a video of him in a "compromising position." Eric Swalwell wants all Californians to be able to vote by phone. Cloobeck is out, Steyer in. Karen Bass thinks people who ask questions about the LA wildfires are dangerous and spreading "misinformation." Are you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can’t talk about insane taxes, an overbearing government, and radical social experiments without getting a side eye? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast, the most trusted podcast on all things California politics. Original air date  11.25.25 *The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California politics from a place of sanity and rationality.* Check out our full site for more information about the show at www.californiaunderground.live [http://www.californiaunderground.live] Join the Members Only California Underground Telegram —>  https://im.page/7c0306da [https://im.page/7c0306da]  For more in depth California political news coverage, make sure to subscribe to our Substack at https://caunderground.substack.com [https://caunderground.substack.com]  Check out our sponsor for this episode, StopBox, by going to www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground [http://www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground] to get 10% off your order Follow California Underground on Social Media   Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground [http://www.instagram.com/californiaunderground]  X: https://twitter.com/CAUndergound [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/39-things-know-about-jd-vance-trumps-running-mate] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1 [https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA]  Read about our Privacy Policy: https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/ [https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/]

Eric Swalwell for Govenor?!

On this episode of the California Underground, we discuss what appears to be the real possibility of Eric Swalwell entering the race for California Governor. We also discuss a federal case involving parental notifications and transgenderism in California schools and how California was found to be hiding evidence. The DOJ has entered the fight against Prop 50, and Rob Bonta used campaign funds for legal fees in Oakland corruption case. Are you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can’t talk about insane taxes, an overbearing government, and radical social experiments without getting a side eye? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast, the most trusted podcast on all things California politics. Original air date  11.18.25 *The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California politics from a place of sanity and rationality.* Check out our full site for more information about the show at www.californiaunderground.live [http://www.californiaunderground.live] Join the Members Only California Underground Telegram —>  https://im.page/7c0306da [https://im.page/7c0306da]  For more in depth California political news coverage, make sure to subscribe to our Substack at https://caunderground.substack.com [https://caunderground.substack.com]  Check out our sponsor for this episode, StopBox, by going to www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground [http://www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground] to get 10% off your order Follow California Underground on Social Media   Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground [http://www.instagram.com/californiaunderground]  X: https://twitter.com/CAUndergound [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/39-things-know-about-jd-vance-trumps-running-mate] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1 [https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA]  Read about our Privacy Policy: https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/ [https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/]

One Pelosi OUT, Another Pelosi IN?

On this episode of the California Underground, we will be discussing Nancy Pelosi's retirement from Congress and how her daughter might now be stepping into the political arena. We will also discuss the efforts underway to try and limit Prop 50 to just 2026, and how Sheriff Bianco has taken the lead in the 2026 Governor's race. Original air date 11.11.25For more in depth news coverage throughout the week on California politics, make sure to check out our Substack at https://caunderground.substack.com/Are you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can’t talk about insane taxes, an overbearing government, and radical social experiments without getting a side eye? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast to hear from people just like you. *The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California news and politics from a place of sanity and rationality.*Check out our full site for more information about the show at www.californiaunderground.liveFollow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground X: https://twitter.com/CAUndergoundTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA