Gavin Newsom Announces New Podcast Featuring MAGA Figures and Democrats

The California governor's podcast aims to foster cross-party dialogue and explore pressing political issues, but critics question his priorities.

Gavin Newsom's new podcast, 'This is Gavin Newsom,' will feature interviews with prominent MAGA figures and Democratic voices to discuss political and cultural topics.
Produced by iHeartMedia, the podcast is positioned as a space for open and honest conversations, inspired by Bill Maher's approach to tackling diverse viewpoints.
Newsom intends to use the platform to explore motivations behind conservative movements and challenge the Democratic Party's current direction.
Critics, including conservative commentators, have accused Newsom of neglecting California's ongoing challenges, such as homelessness and wildfire recovery, in favor of self-promotion.
The podcast reflects a broader Democratic effort to engage with alternative media spaces that have been influential in conservative political successes.