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KABATALKS
Brian and John Kabateck
35 episodes
2 hours ago
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this special episode of Kabatalks, Brian and John are joined by longtime political strategist and USC professor Dan Schnur for a wide-ranging conversation on California as the proving ground for national political ambition. From crime and public safety to wildfires, affordability, and governance, the group discusses why California’s unresolved challenges are increasingly shaping how voters judge ...
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Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this special episode of Kabatalks, Brian and John are joined by longtime political strategist and USC professor Dan Schnur for a wide-ranging conversation on California as the proving ground for national political ambition. From crime and public safety to wildfires, affordability, and governance, the group discusses why California’s unresolved challenges are increasingly shaping how voters judge ...
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Episodes (20/35)
KABATALKS
Episode 35: California’s Political Stress Test — A Conversation with Dan Schnur
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this special episode of Kabatalks, Brian and John are joined by longtime political strategist and USC professor Dan Schnur for a wide-ranging conversation on California as the proving ground for national political ambition. From crime and public safety to wildfires, affordability, and governance, the group discusses why California’s unresolved challenges are increasingly shaping how voters judge ...
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1 week ago
43 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 34: Prop 36, California’s Crime Debate, and the Early Stakes of the 2026 Governor’s Race
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, Brian and John break down Proposition 36 — what it changes, why voters backed it, and the growing fight over how to fund it. They tackle the core debates around public safety, rehabilitation, and whether the measure deepens existing disparities in California’s justice system. The conversation then turns to the rapidly expanding 2026 governor’s race, from early frontrunners like Ant...
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3 weeks ago
37 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 33: Prop 50, Redistricting, and the Future of California Politics
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, the guys dive into the fallout from Election Night — starting with Proposition 50 in California and what its passage means for redistricting, representation, and the balance of political power. They get into the messaging wars, the motivations of voters on both sides, and why the redistricting conversation has become a proxy battle for the national political identity crisis. They al...
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1 month ago
41 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 32: Assemblymember John Harabedian on Honest Government, Sacramento Politics, and Serving His District
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, the guys sit down with California Assemblymember John Harabedian to talk about his path from prosecutor to public servant and the issues shaping Sacramento today. They dig into his legislative priorities, from tackling homelessness and housing affordability to strengthening consumer protections and safeguarding voting rights. They also get into the political dynamics of Califo...
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2 months ago
1 hour

KABATALKS
Episode 31: The Big Beautiful Bill, Senator Padilla’s Forced Exit, No Kings Protests, and the Military Parade
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, the guys dig into the controversial “Big Beautiful Bill” passed by House Republicans this spring — a large package that cuts billions from food aid, relaxes regulations, supports fossil fuel projects, and includes tax breaks like the no-tax-on-tips provision, all wrapped inside a farm bill. They break down the startling incident in Los Angeles where Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly...
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6 months ago
38 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 30: LA Protests, Immigration Crackdowns, and the Legal Limits of Presidential Power
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode of Kabatalks, John and Brian square off over one of the most explosive headlines in California politics: the deployment of federal troops to Los Angeles amidst ICE raids and growing street protests. Was it a necessary response to chaos—or a dangerous overreach? The conversation dives deep into the legal thresholds for using the National Guard without a governor’s consent, the histori...
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6 months ago
37 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 29: Assemblymember Laurie Davies on Bipartisanship, GOP Revival, and California’s Political Future
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, we sit down with Assemblymember Laurie Davies to explore the evolving mood in Sacramento—Is it tense? Collaborative? Or somewhere in between? A former small business owner, Davies offers her take on how bipartisan cooperation can still thrive, even in a deeply divided political climate. We dig into her top priorities for the year, her honest views on Governor Newsom’s performance, a...
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8 months ago
31 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 28: Senator Tom Umberg on California's Legislative Challenges and Bipartisanship Opportunities.
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. What makes California's legislative environment a breeding ground for cooperation, even amidst political supermajorities? Join us as we promise a deeper understanding of the unique dynamics within the California Senate, courtesy of our conversation with State Senator Tom Umberg. With his extensive background as a federal criminal prosecutor and former deputy drug czar, Senator Umberg shares his insi...
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9 months ago
36 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 27: California's Wildfires Ingnite an Even Greater Political Firestorm.
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. California's wildfires are not just a force of nature; they're a battleground for misinformation and political agendas. Join us, the brothers Kabateck, as we unravel the tangled web of false narratives surrounding Governor Gavin Newsom during these crises and scrutinize the infrastructure failures that exacerbate the situation. With bold claims from the Trump administration in the spotlight, we stre...
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10 months ago
37 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 26: Reflection and Projection With Former Senator Scott Wilk.
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Former state Senator Scott Wilk joins us on Kabatalks to provide a reflective and candid exit interview, if you will, sharing insights from his 12 years in the California State Legislature. With keen observations on the 2012 term limits change, Scott discusses its impact on legislative stability, while also offering a unique perspective on the shifts in voter sentiment during the 2020 elections. We ...
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11 months ago
40 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 25: Dan Schnur on Trump and the Political Dilemmas of Harris and Newsom.
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. What if strategic risks could reshape the political future? In this episode of KabaTalks, we welcome Dan Schnur, a veteran political strategist, to unpack the dynamics of the latest presidential election. With Kamala Harris facing the challenge of a lifetime by running her campaign in just 107 days, and Donald Trump pulling off an impressive voter mobilization feat, we dissect the strategic ga...
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1 year ago
49 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 24: California's Gubernatorial Outlook From the Left and the Right.
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Is California's political stage ready for a major shake-up? Join us, brothers Brian and John Kabateck, as we dissect the Golden State's gubernatorial race. With Brian leaning slightly left and John slightly right, we explore the landscape of potential candidates such as Tony Atkins, Eleni Kounalakis, and Antonio Villaraigosa, while contemplating the roles of Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom in future ...
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1 year ago
35 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 23: Brothers Kabateck Unpack the Election as Only Political Opposites Can.
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Can a Trump appointee really shake up the political landscape as Attorney General? Find out as we launch into a spirited discussion about some of his unexpected appointments and their potential ripple effects in the party. Join us, Brian and John Kabateck, as we bring humor and insight into California's evolving political scene, exploring whether the state is shifting towards a more balanced politic...
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1 year ago
38 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 22: California Restaurant Association's Jot Condie Joins the Brothers Kabateck to Talk Election Impact on the Restaurant Industry.
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Is the Republican Party facing a defining moment, or is this just another chapter in a long history of political evolution? Join the brothers Kabateck as they engage with Jot Condie, President and CEO of the California Restaurant Association, to explore the potential directions the party may take in the post-Trump era. They'll weigh the lasting impact of Donald Trump's influence against the possibi...
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1 year ago
30 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 21: 2024 Elections - A Political Dissection with Dan Schnur
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Brothers John and Brian Kabateck choose their sides as they explore the shifting dynamics of the Republican and Democrat Parties with esteemed guest, Dan Schnur, a respected professor and veteran political strategist. From the astonishing influence Donald Trump continues to wield within the GOP, even in the face of a criminal indictment, to the concerns around Joe Biden's age and mental capacity, th...
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2 years ago
35 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 20: Survival of the California Republican Party with Jessica Patterson
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. I'll bet you're thinking the fireworks are going to fly between your hosts, Brian and John in this episode. But the opposite is true. Brian gives some very thoughtful insight into why he believes the Republican Party has challenges in the state and even the country. John, of course disagrees and Chairwoman Patterson does a wonderful job of positioning the party for growth in the st...
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2 years ago
36 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 19: The Common Sense Party. A Discussion With Tom Campbell
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. You may have heard that some people in the state of California aren't too thrilled with the partisanship and lopsided super majority in our state assembly. And that's on both sides of the aisle. In this episode, Tom Campbell, former Congressman and State Senator addresses the purpose and intent of The Common Sense Party with your hosts, Brian and John Kabateck. Hear what it's going...
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2 years ago
25 minutes

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Episode 18: The Straight Scoop on CA Politics with Mike Gatto
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. The brothers Kabateck square off hard in this episode as they posture for their respective political parties with supporting arguments. You'll hear more jabs than in any other episode as it gets a little personal here. Once the dust settles, former Assembly Member, Mike Gatto mediates and moderates the discussion with his own unique perspective and concern for not only the well bei...
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2 years ago
44 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 17: Mike Roos and His Political Views.
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Former California State Assembly Member and now Political Strategist, Mike Roos is the focus for the brothers Kabateck in this episode. From current issues and concerns for the state regarding the Democratic party and the lack of presence of the Republican party, to his perspective on whether Governor Newsome will run for President, Mike is very candid in his comments. A little reflectio...
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2 years ago
39 minutes

KABATALKS
Episode 16: Paul Mitchell Dissects the Mid Term Results. Is California Purpling?
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. It's a vigorous discussion as the brothers Kabateck express differing views (surprised?) on what Paul Mitchell of Political Data Inc. has to say about what both the data show and what he believes it's representing. The topics range from the impact of younger voters on election results to the mayoral outcome in LA to the national front and what may happen come 2024. Lots of opinion, lots ...
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3 years ago
36 minutes

KABATALKS
Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this special episode of Kabatalks, Brian and John are joined by longtime political strategist and USC professor Dan Schnur for a wide-ranging conversation on California as the proving ground for national political ambition. From crime and public safety to wildfires, affordability, and governance, the group discusses why California’s unresolved challenges are increasingly shaping how voters judge ...