I’m Gavin Newsom.
And, it’s time to have a conversation. It’s time to have honest discussions with people that agree AND disagree with us.
It's time to answer the hard questions and be open to criticism, and debate without demeaning or dehumanizing one other.
I will be doing just that on my new podcast – inviting people on who I deeply disagree with to talk about the most pressing issues of the day and inviting listeners from around the country to join the conversation.
THIS is Gavin Newsom.
Latest episodes
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And, This Is Bestselling Author Michael Lewis On Elon Musk, DOGE and His Newest Book “Blockers”
Bestselling author Michael Lewis (Moneyball, The Big Short, The Blind Side) joins the show to talk about his new book, Blockers: Rebels in the Deep State, and what he fou
Oct 7 1 h 56 min
And, This Is How We Rectify Our Racial Legacy With Bryan Stevenson
Governor Newsom begins by sharing how his visit with Bryan Stevenson, civil rights attorney, & founder of the Equal Justice Initiative inspired recent legislation.
Live
Oct 1 1 h 52 min
And, This Is Newsmax’s Chris Ruddy on The FCC & The Future of Conservative Media
Newsmax founder and CEO Chris Ruddy joins the show to discuss how he built a conservative media empire, including the story of how he first met Donald Trump. He then get
Sep 24 1 h 16 min
And, This Is An Urgent Message on Artificial Intelligence
A few months ago, we sat down with two of the leading voices warning about the risks of runaway AI Tristan Harris & Aza Raskin.
We're re-airing that conversation now be
Sep 18 1 h 37 min
And, This is A Fight To Protect Our Rights With Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed
We're live on the road in Montgomery, Alabama!
Governor Newsom is joined by Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed for a conversation on the economy, protecting our civil rights
Sep 6 36 min
And, This Is How Not To Invest In Crypto With Ben McKenzie
Crypto skeptic, filmmaker, and author Ben McKenzie joins the show for a deep dive into the world of cryptocurrency. From Bitcoin and Sam Bankman-Fried to Donald Trump’s
Aug 26 1 h 08 min
And, This Is What Democrats Can Learn From Michigan With Governor Gretchen Whitmer
It's our first on the ground episode live from East Lansing, MI with Governor Gretchen Whitmer!
What can Democrats can learn from the recent results in Michigan?
Ther
Aug 14 1 h 02 min
And, This Is The January 6th Officer Who Won’t Back Down Against MAGA - Michael Fanone
Former D.C. police officer and January 6 survivor Michael Fanone joins the show to talk about Todd Blanche’s confirmation, the J6 Weaponization fund and why MAGA is so de
Aug 9 1 h 22 min
And, This Is How Social Media Will Decide the Next Election With David Pakman
David Pakman joins the show to discuss how YouTube, social media algorithms, and artificial intelligence are reshaping politics, public opinion, and our democracy. They d
Jul 23 1 h 21 min
And, This Is An Insider’s Guide To How Trump Sees His Presidency With Chris Christie
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie joins the show to talk about the Todd Blanche confirmation hearings, Trump’s corrupt presidency and why the Jeffrey Epstein scan
Jul 16 1 h 28 min
And, This Is What To Make Of A Life With Author Jim Collins
Bestselling author and business thinker Jim Collins sits down for a personal conversation about purpose, leadership, and how to build a meaningful life. At a time when ma
Jul 9 1 h 35 min
And, This Is How To Celebrate America 250 With Ken Burns
Ahead of the July 4th holiday and America's 250th anniversary we're replaying our conversation with filmmaker and historian Ken Burns.
Burns discusses what made Washin
Jul 3 1 h 09 min
And, This Is How Democrats Lead Us To A Post Trump World With Brian Tyler Cohen
Podcaster and independent media powerhouse Brian Tyler Cohen joins the show to break down the future of the Democratic Party, why Republicans are already executing their
Jun 25 1 h 37 min
And, This Is Why Reid Hoffman Doesn’t Fear Artificial Intelligence
Right now it seems like everyone’s afraid of AI. Whether its worries over job loss, wealth concentration, or lack of regulation, anxiety around artificial intelligence i
Jun 19 1 h 50 min
And, This Is Hunter Biden Like You've Never Heard Him Before
Long one of the most discussed figures in politics, Hunter Biden joins the podcast for an unfiltered conversation about addiction, public scrutiny, and the political bat
Jun 12 1 h 35 min
And, This Is Former MAGA Influencer Ashley St. Clair
Ex-MAGA influencer Ashley St. Clair joins the show to share her journey from MAGA mouthpiece to outspoken critic of the movement she helped build. She exposes the online
Jun 4 1 h 01 min
BONUS: And, This Is A Lighting Round With The Prof G Pod & Scott Galloway
In this clip from his appearance on the Prof G podcast, Governor Newsom responds to a series of rapid fire questions from Scott Galloway. They discuss everything from how
Jun 1 19 min
And, This Is Who Wins In An AI World With Andrew Yang
Former presidential candidate and Noble Mobile CEO Andrew Yang shares how he has long been concerned artificial intelligence would reshape everyday life and why he thinks
May 27 55 min
Can Artificial Intelligence Be Controlled? With Tristan Harris & Aza Raskin
Governor Newsom sits down with Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin of Center For Humane Technology to talk about the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and the challenges it
May 15 1 h 34 min
The Briefing: They Were Always Coming For Your Right To Vote With Attorney General Eric Holder
With this week’s Supreme Court decision limiting the part of the Voting Rights Act that protects against racial discrimination in redistricting and Florida passing a GOP
Apr 30 13 min
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If you’re tired of the noise and looking for something actually worth your time, this podcast delivers. Governor Newsom brings in guests from across the aisle for real, unscripted conversations that cut through the jargon and make complex topics genuinely accessible. The format flows naturally — easy to listen to on a commute, a walk, or whenever you have a few minutes. In a moment when divisiveness seems to be everyone’s default setting, this is a refreshing reminder that thoughtful dialogue is still possible. Highly recommend giving it a listen.
RaiderRachel · Jul 2026
Our country needs more of this type of conversations with those whose views differ from ours. This sort of thing can go a long way to open minds and heal dug in divisions
E-mansmom · May 2025
I am getting to know Gavin Newson through it and I like the depth of the conversations, the fact that he has the right mindset to open the discussions on controversial opinions, that we hear from all walks of life. Everyone should listen to the episode on how the current tariffs impact Americans so that we all gain factual understanding.
Blancellen · May 2025
I’m thoroughly enjoying the podcast. The information has been timely and is giving me a broader more inclusive perspective than I get from network news.
DLODJOSNOWDO · May 2025
From someone who used to vote heavily Democratic, it’s sad to hear some of the dialogue exchanged. When listening to the recent podcast regarding men, they highlight the Democratic Party’s inability to connect with men. They focus heavily on topics, like misogyny and feminism, and cannot bring them themselves to focus on the topic of helping men, like acknowledging boys struggling in the education system, especially Black and Latino boys, opportunities for men in the job market outside of traditional gender roles, or helping young men understand their role in the family unit. Anytime I believe they are going to tackle something interesting to help men, like mental health, they reroute back to pointing fingers at others, like ‘the manosphere or the Right’. For an episodes over an hour long, only about 10 minutes felt like it actually acknowledged anything. It’s sad, but it fundamentally highlights why Democrats are losing men: they do not want to help men in the same way they help women. They cannot acknowledge men in America face issues like women. It perpetuates the existing narrative that has failed and pushed many, like myself away from the Democratic Party. It’s not that men are confused. It’s just we know where we aren’t welcomed.
--marc09 · May 2025
It’s unclear why the sitting governor of California decided to launch a podcast—especially when he already has a demanding job that deserves his full attention. But what’s even more baffling is that he kicked things off by platforming a far-right figure.
As for the podcast itself? It’s not great. The conversations feel awkward and underdeveloped, and the format lacks any real spark or direction. Even more disappointing is the noticeable but not surprising absence of women guests.
This feels more like a vanity project than a meaningful contribution to public discourse. If this is meant to showcase leadership, it’s missing the mark.
One star. Maybe focus on the day job.
JackH6780 · May 2025
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