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One-On-One Interview With KABC Talk Radio Host John Phillips

We hope you enjoy this candid conversation, which lasts 46 minutes. It's a wide-ranging interview talking about the Presidential aspirations of Gavin Newsom, and the Gubernatorial race to succeed him.

Jon Fleischman
Sep 4
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Don’t Miss This Captivating Interview with John Phillips!

Prepare yourself for an electrifying video interview where I sit down (virtually) with the bold and unapologetic conservative talk radio host John Phillips for a deep dive into the heart of California’s political arena. We tackle the big questions surrounding Governor Gavin Newsom’s rising star in the Democratic presidential primary polls, dissecting his increasingly aggressive social media strategy and the lingering skepticism about his authenticity and ability to deliver on promises. The conversation heats up as we explore the high-stakes race for California’s next governor, where in is unique way John runs through all of the candidates, starting with Katie Porter, whose campaign faces pushback from the Democratic establishment. He makes it through all of the rest of the low-profile candidates (Phillips says it’s like the Jackson 5, without Micheal), the uncertain political future of Rick Caruso after his mayoral bid, and a new rumored candidate that he’s heard about… We also dig into the messy world of California’s redistricting process, the potential for internal Democratic conflicts, and growing voter concerns about corruption and unresolved issues like homelessness. Cap it all off with a fast-paced lightning round where John’s sharp insights and candid opinions shine.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to So Does It Matter?

  • 01:50 Meet John Phillips: Conservative Commentary

  • 03:05 Gavin Newsom's Presidential Candidacy

  • 08:25 The Impact of Social Media on Newsom

  • 11:08 Newsom's Promises vs. Actions

  • 13:38 California's Redistricting Dilemma

  • 20:37 The Future of California's Governorship

  • 26:31 Potential Candidates for Governor

  • 42:57 Lightning Round: Quickfire Questions

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