In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss a range of topics including a deep dive into Gavin Newsom's first podcast appearance with Charlie Kirk. They explore the reactions of California state workers on Reddit regarding Newsom's executive order for a return to office work, share dramatic readings of Reddit comments, and debate the implications of work-from-home policies. The conversation also touches on the contentious issue of transgender athletes in sports, cultural shifts in political trust, and Newsom's leadership accountability, culminating in a discussion about the future of California politics.Are you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can’t talk about insane taxes, an overbearing government, and radical social experiments without getting a side eye? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast to hear from people just like you. *The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California politics from a place of sanity and rationality.*Chapters02:25 Reflections on Previous Episode with Keely05:32 Gavin Newsom's Podcast and State Workers' Reactions11:01 Reddit Reactions to Newsom's Executive Order16:56 Dramatic Readings from Reddit Comments20:31 Balancing Work and Family Life25:47 The Pros and Cons of Remote Work29:47 Political Discontent and Leadership Accountability32:26 Civility in Political Discourse42:51 Shifting Trust in Institutions50:53 Controversial Conversations in Politics54:42 The Dynamics of Oppression and Victimhood56:17 Transgender Issues and Fairness in Sports57:41 Gavin Newsom's Political Positioning59:20 Finding Common Ground in Political Discourse01:02:02 Mass Deportations and Public Opinion01:03:50 The Complexity of Immigration Policies01:07:22 Body Language and Political Messaging01:09:25 Homelessness and Governance01:11:53 Weaponizing Language in Political Debate01:12:48 San Francisco's Role in California Politics01:17:18 Gavin Newsom's Podcast Strategy01:20:37 Book Bans and Cultural ConversationsCheck out our full site for more information about the show at www.californiaunderground.liveCheck out our sponsor, StopBox, by getting 10% off your order by going to www.stopbox.com/californiaundergroundFollow California Underground on Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground X: https://twitter.com/CAUndergoundTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA
