The Issue Is

Jan 31 2025 392 ep. 26 mins 61
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Discussions and debates with top newsmakers about the most controversial and interesting issues impacting California, hosted by FOX 11’s Elex Michaelson and airing on several TV stations across the state.

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377: The Issue Is: James Carville, Joel Pollak, Peter Hamby

Jan 31 2025 48 mins  
As President Trump expands presidential power at an extraordinary pace, we discuss how he pulled that off, where Democrats go from here, and how it all impacts California's wildfire recovery.

376: Adam Schiff, Alex Padilla, Dave Rubin, Bret Baier

Jan 25 2025 23 mins  
On the first week of Donald Trump's second presidency, we report from Washington D.C. and the frontlines of fire damage in California.

375: 2024: An unforgettable political year

Dec 27 2024 24 mins  
This week, we look back on an unprecedented and unforgettable political year: 2024. From a presidential nominee being shot, to another dropping out of the race and all the twists and turns in between.

374: Matt Mahan, Michael Knowles, LA Rams

Dec 06 2024 35 mins  
This week, Elex is joined by San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, who shares his frustration with California's Democratic leadership. Michael Knowles of The Daily Wire talks about how Trump won.

373: Athletes who serve their communities

Nov 30 2024 21 mins  
How the Los Angeles Dodgers, Lakers and Rams use their platforms to lift up others. Plus, one-on-one with Arnold Schwarzenegger to dive deep on his nearly seven decades of giving back. ————— The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson is California's only statewide political show. For showtimes and more information, go to TheIssueIsShow.com.

372: Jerry Brown, Drew Pinsky

Nov 22 2024 41 mins  
This week, former California Governor Jerry Brown joins The Issue Is to discuss Donald Trump's election win and how Democrats may be to blame. Dr. Drew Pinsky weighs in on Trump's push to "Make America Healthy Again" and Dr. Oz being appointed a member of the cabinet.

371: Adam Schiff, Antonio Villaraigosa, Harvey Levin

Nov 16 2024 42 mins  
How did Donald Trump win the presidency? What happened to Latino voters? Where do Democrats go from here?

370: Katie Porter, Peter Hamby, John Kobylt

Nov 08 2024 37 mins  
This week, Donald Trump won every swing state and is on track to be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. Joining us to discuss is Rep. Katie Porter, Peter Hamby of PUCK News, and KFI AM 640's John Kobylt.

369: Peter Hamby, Melanie Mason

Nov 01 2024 19 mins  
Next on "The Issue Is," the final episode before Election Day with Puck News' Peter Hamby and Politico's Melanie Mason.

368: Jon Favreau

Oct 26 2024 22 mins  
This week, we revisit our interview from June with "Pod Save America" co-host & former Obama chief speechwriter Jon Favreau.