California Underground Podcast: Discussing California Polit

Feb 06 2025 69 mins 4

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In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, host Phil and co-host Camille welcome journalist Jorge Ventura, who shares his experiences covering immigration and the border crisis. Jorge discusses his gonzo style of reporting, the shift in Latino voting patterns, and the humanitarian crisis at the border, including the tragic stories of migrants. He compares the immigration policies of the Biden and Trump administrations, highlights the role of cartels in drug smuggling, and shares unique stories from migrants. Jorge also sheds light on the impact of illegal marijuana farms in California and his transition to News Nation, where he continues to report on these critical issues.

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.

Original air date 2.5.25

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jorge Ventura and His Work

03:06 The Gonzo Style of Reporting on Immigration

07:04 The Impact of Immigration on Local Communities

11:16 Shifts in Latino Voting Patterns

14:41 Comparing the Biden and Trump Administrations

19:25 The Role of Messaging in Immigration Policy

22:59 Cartels, Smuggling, and the Use of Migrants

30:32 Current State of the California Border

34:59 The Journey of Migrants: Stories from the Ground

38:58 Heartbreaking Realities: Kidnapping and Exploitation