OC Native John Phillips brings wit, political connections and insight to “The John Phillips Show”. Phillips began his radio career as the youngest major-market radio talk show host in the country. He is also CNN political commentator, a columnist for The Orange County Register and makes regular appearances on cable news.
John was formerly a sports anchor and executive producer for “McIntyre in the Morning”, producer for “The Al Rantel Show”, news writer for the KNX Morning News with Frank Mottek and Gail Eichenthal, and a guest host on virtually every show ever cancelled by KABC.
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The John Phillips Show episode features John Slavitt, CEO of State of Gold, Inc. and host of the State of Gold podcast, discussing the California gubernatorial election. The episode frames the race as a contest between Democrat Javier Becerra, who relies on Democratic voter registration advantage, and Republican Steve…
Worth it if you're a California voter seeking a Republican perspective on the gubernatorial race, though the episode's depth and sourcing remain unclear from available information.
The John Phillips Show episode features a debate between Elizabeth Barkohana (L.A. County GOP Central Committee lawyer) and Daniel Gus (editor of The Gus Report) about the Los Angeles mayoral election and California ballot measures. The episode title references Spencer Pratt and "wildcard voters," though the show…
Worth it if you're a Los Angeles voter seeking multiple perspectives on the mayoral race, though you'll need to fact-check claims independently.
The John Phillips Show episode features discussion of 2028 Democratic presidential politics, centered on Nate Silver's predictions from his podcast "Still Counting" regarding Gavin Newsom's viability as a candidate. The hosts examine Newsom's strengths (star power) and weaknesses (flip-flopping on issues, tendency to…
Worth it if you enjoy casual political humor and insider gossip about California Democrats, but not if you want rigorous analysis or well-sourced predictions.
The John Phillips Show's 'The 2026 California Ballot Trap EXPOSED' promises a comprehensive breakdown of California's 14 statewide ballot initiatives ahead of the 2026 election. The episode features John Fleischman from SoDoesItMatter.com as a guest expert to analyze each proposition. According to the show notes, the…
Worth it if you're an undecided California voter in 2026 looking for a quick overview of statewide propositions, though you should verify claims independently.
The John Phillips Show features a candidate for California Secretary of State discussing voter ID requirements and election integrity. The episode centers on Proposition 39, which would implement voter ID in California, framed as a solution to alleged systemic problems in the state's election system. The guest…
Worth it if you're already convinced voter ID is necessary and want talking points, but not if you seek balanced election policy analysis.
The John Phillips Show examines a controversy in the 2026 L.A. mayoral race involving DSA Councilwoman Nithya Raman, who is polling 11 points ahead of incumbent Mayor Karen Bass. The episode centers on a video that surfaced showing Raman calling Bass and Police Chief Jim McDonald "fascist." The core controversy…
Worth it if you're deeply invested in L.A. politics and want gossip about the mayoral race, but not if you're seeking well-sourced analysis or understanding of the candidates' actual policy differences.
The John Phillips Show episode covers three main California political and crime stories. The primary focus is the San Francisco mayoral race between Connie Chan and Scott Weiner, with discussion of their positions on housing, construction, and Israel, plus analysis of Nancy Pelosi's endorsement strategy and its…
Worth it if you want quick takes on California politics and crime from a conservative perspective, but not if you seek nuanced reporting or multiple viewpoints.
The John Phillips Show episode features host John Phillips and Philip Teresi from KMJ Fresno discussing California politics and governance. The episode title promises reporting on public sentiment about Xavier Becerra in the Central Valley, but the show notes reveal the actual content is much broader. The hosts cover…
Worth it if you're a dedicated California politics junkie who wants casual commentary on multiple state issues from a conservative perspective, but not if you expect focused reporting on Xavier Becerra or the Central Valley specifically.
The John Phillips Show episode examines two major California political stories: President Trump's controversial remarks at a Nebraska rally suggesting Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego if the US didn't go to war, and the billionaire tax initiative (Proposition 40) heading to the November ballot. The host…
Worth it if you want casual commentary on Trump and California politics, but not if you need documented facts or balanced policy analysis.
The John Phillips Show episode covers three main political topics: the controversy surrounding Eileen Wang, a former mayor of Arcadia allegedly connected to Chinese intelligence; Steve Hilton's Republican gubernatorial campaign, particularly backlash over a campaign ad featuring a lesbian fantasy scene; and…
Worth it if you're a California politics junkie who wants quick takes on multiple current issues and don't mind editorial slant mixed with humor over deep analysis.
The John Phillips Show features Walter Moore, a local attorney and two-time LA mayoral candidate, discussing the state of Los Angeles leadership and the recent mayoral race. Moore shares his perspective on the challenges of running against the established city hall machine, emphasizing the need for credible candidates…
Worth it if you're a Los Angeles voter seeking an alternative perspective on city leadership, but come prepared to fact-check and seek opposing viewpoints.
The John Phillips Show episode features Fareed Zakaria discussing California's governance challenges. The conversation centers on the state's paradoxical condition: a thriving private sector alongside underperforming government institutions. Key topics include homelessness, the high-speed rail project, and…
Worth it if you want partisan criticism of California Democratic governance, but not if you seek balanced analysis, data-driven policy discussion, or original reporting.
