16 Best California Politics Podcasts

1. Political Breakdown

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Join hosts Scott Shafer and Marisa Lagos as they unpack the day in politics with a California perspective. Featuring interviews with reporters and other insiders involved in the craft of politics—including elected officials, candidates, pollsters, campaign managers, fundraisers, and other political players—Political Breakdown pulls back the curtain to offer an insider's glimpse at how politics works today.more Hosts Scott Shafer, Marisa Lagos
Producer/Network KQED
Email ****@kqed.org
Location San Francisco, California, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Katie Porter, Erin Covey +36 more
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 201Twitter 86.4KInstagram 262.3K Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. California Underground: Your Sane Insight into California Politics

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Welcome to California Underground, the most trusted podcast for all things California politics. Each week, we tackle the pressing issues facing our state through engaging interviews and roundtable discussions with political candidates and passionate Californians. Join us for clear, rational commentary that helps you stay informed about the complexities of California governance. Tune in for your trusted perspective on the political landscape!more Hosts Phil Mauriello Jr., Camille Bethany
Producer/Network California Underground
Email ****@protonmail.com
Location San Diego, California, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Kyle Campbell, Susan Collins +5 more
Apple Rating 4.1/5Apple Reviews 60Twitter 2KInstagram 60.1K Avg Length 69 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Look West: How California is Leading the Nation

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Look West - A unique view of the people representing you in the State Assembly who are leading California to a better future for all. A series of conversations with California State Assembly members and the people they represent, the Look West podcast brings you a unique view of the people leading California to a better future for everyone.more Hosts Talitha De Mesa, Armando Jimenez
Producer/Network Democratic Office of Communications and Outreach
Email ****@asm.ca.gov
Location Irvine, California, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Assemblymember John Harabedian, Esmeralda Soria +8 more
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 53Facebook 13.2KTwitter 15.7KInstagram 31.9K Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. SacTown Talks

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Weekly News Roundups and Conversations with California's Leaders in Politics and Policy.
Host Jarhett Blonien
Email ****@yourcea.com
Location California, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 27Facebook 3.1KTwitter 2.7KInstagram 539 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. The Orange Report with Kira Davis

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Writer/podcaster Kira Davis shifts her fiery brand of conservative politics and culture commentary to the California landscape on 'The Orange Report'...California News, Orange County viewsFollow IG @justkiradavs or @orangereportoc@orangereportoc everywheremore Producer/Network Kira Davis
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 23 Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. Inside Golden State Politics

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Bill Boyarsky and Sherry Bebitch Jeffe, two experienced California political experts, argue about politics from Los Angeles to Sacramento to Washington. Bill Boyarsky is former city editor of the Los Angeles Times and was also a columnist, bureau chief and political reporter for the newspaper. Previously, he reported on politics for the Associated Press in Sacramento. He is the winner of three Pulitzer Prizes for team reporting. Bill is the author of two biographies of Ronald Reagan, a biography of Jesse M...more Hosts Bill Boyarsky, Sherry Jeffe
Producer/Network Bill Boyarsky & Sherry Jeffe
Email ****@roadrunner.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Jon Fleischman, Mark DiCamillo +5 more
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 18 Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. Point of Order with Assemblyman Josh Hoover

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The Point of Order Podcast offers an inside look at California politics and the State Legislature. Join Assemblyman Josh Hoover and his legislative colleagues as they shine a light on the major issues and contentious debates shaping the future of the Golden State.more Host Josh Hoover
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guest Debra Carlton
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 15Facebook 118Twitter 137Instagram 226 Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. California Streaming

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California Streaming is the Golden State's home for common-sense political commentary. We cut through the noise and break down the articles and stories shaping California—from Sacramento's latest policy moves to local battles over taxes, housing, crime, and education. If you're a common-sense Californian tired of one-sided coverage, or just someone who wants to hear the other side of the debate, pull up a chair. We bring the analysis, the pushback, and the perspective you won't find in mainstream California media. New episodes regularly.more Producer/Network California Streaming
Location California, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 14 Avg Length 97 min Format Extended Get Email Contact

9. Capitol Weekly Podcast

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The Capitol Weekly Podcast covers California politics and public policy, and features interviews with elected officials, staffers, advocates, analysts, newsmakers, and even, -gasp- journalists. Listen at Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or at capitolweekly.netmore Producer/Network CAPITOLWEEKLY
Email ****@capitolweekly.net
Location Sacramento, California, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guest Jennifer Fearing
Apple Rating 3.8/5Apple Reviews 21Twitter 17KInstagram 2.9K Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. The State of California

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A daily deep dive into an issue of public policy or politics that's driving the conversation in California. Each day, we interview a guest who's a newsmaker, public official, or expert.
Producer/Network Audacy
Email ****@kcbsradio.com
Location San Francisco, California, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 3.9/5Apple Reviews 7Facebook 39.4KTwitter 48.8KInstagram 6.9K Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. Me Importas Tú California

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Me Importas Tú California, a project by the Mesa Verde Group, is a podcast about policy and politics that impact California. From the halls in Washington DC to the State Capitol in Sacramento, our host and your favorite Chicano in politics, Christopher Sanchez, brings to you some of the best and brightest advocates together to discuss some of California's most pressing issues. Follow and listen to the podcast to learn about California policy and politics. more Producer/Network Christopher Sanchez
Email ****@mesaverdegrp.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. So, Does It Matter? - on CA Politics - Podcasts!

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California is by far the largest state in the country. What happens here affects the country and the world. What happens here, from big cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Jose, to the breadbasket of the Central Valley, is consequential. This podcast is a feature of the extensive www.SoDoesItMatter.com Substack Newsletter (sign up for free). This is where longtime California conservative strategist Jon Fleischman features audio commentary, primarily interviews with people of consequence in California politics and policy. We actually have two Podcast feeds...more Producer/Network Jon Fleischman
Email ****@flashreport.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Gloria Romero, Herb Morgan +12 more
Apple Rating 3.4/5Apple Reviews 5 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

13. The Joy of Democracy

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The Joy of Democracy is a public affairs podcast hosted by Joy Silver, chair of the Riverside County Democratic Party. Episodes cover local government, grassroots organizing, voting rights, public policy, community issues, and the choices that shape quality of life. The show also spotlights the work of candidates, community leaders, volunteers, organizers, and everyday activists who are driving change at the local and state level...more Producer/Network United America Network
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Walter Rhein, Becki Sameroff Robinson
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

14. A Slice of Orange

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All things politics in North Orange County, California.
Host Jodi Balma
Email ****@fullcoll.edu
Location Fullerton, California, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 20Facebook 268 Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

15. KPFA - California Ballot Breakdown

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If you're slogging through a California ballot packet, we're here to help!We'll be posting pro-con debates on high-stakes ballot propositions, interviews with candidates for offices that will shape the politics of the state, and special reports on everything from voting rules to money in politics.Subscribe with Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, or by pasting this link into any podcast player.more Producer/Network KPFA
Email ****@kpfa.org
Location Berkeley, California, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 22.6KTwitter 12.8K Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

16. Politics Podcast | KQED News

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KQED Public Media for Northern CA
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Location San Francisco, California, United States
Twitter 86.4KInstagram 262.3K Get Email Contact