California Gov. Gavin Newsom is launching a new podcast, "This is Gavin Newsom," set to debut next month.

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‘This is Gavin Newsom’: CA governor teases new podcast with MAGA guests

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By Karah Rucker (Anchor/Reporter), Jack Henry (Video Editor)

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is launching a new podcast that will feature conversations with political opponents and allies. The show debuts in March.
Newsom plans to feature key MAGA figures in the show’s first few weeks.
This podcast is part of Newsom’s expanding national media presence. He also hosts “Politickin’” and has a book set for release later this year, fueling speculation about a 2028 presidential run.

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom is launching a new podcast, “This is Gavin Newsom,” set to debut in March. Newsom says his podcast will feature conversations with people he often disagrees with, including prominent figures in the MAGA movement.

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“We need to change the conversation. This is going to be anything but the ordinary politician podcast. I’m going to be talking to people directly that I disagree with, as well as people I look up to. But more important than anything else, I’ll be talking directly with you.”

Featuring big political names

Newsom confirmed that the podcast’s early episodes will feature conversations with key figures in conservative politics. However, he did not disclose specific guest names.

In promotional materials, images of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy appear in the background.

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“In the first few weeks, we’re going to be sitting down with some of the biggest leaders and architects in the MAGA movement,” Newsom said.

Expanding his media reach

This new podcast is part of a broader effort by Newsom to expand his national presence. The governor, who is considered a potential Democratic presidential candidate in 2028, already hosts “Politickin’.” The show is a weekly sports and culture podcast he launched in July 2024.

The show features former NFL star Marshawn Lynch and sports agent Doug Hendrickson, and it has also included celebrity guests like comedian Chelsea Handler and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban.

Newsom described his new podcast as a way to communicate directly with the public on pressing concerns.

“What’s going on with the cost of eggs? What are the impacts of tariffs? What power does an executive order really have? And what’s really going on inside of DOGE?” Newsom asked in a preview.

Positioning for the future

Newsom’s new media push comes as speculation grows about his political future.

His reputation as a vocal Democratic figure was cemented in the 2024 election cycle when he engaged in high-profile debates and interviews with conservative media personalities, including an appearance on Sean Hannity’s show and a debate with DeSantis on Fox News.

With “This is Gavin Newsom,” the governor may be looking to further establish his voice on the national stage as a potential contender in 2028.

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CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR GAVIN NEWSOM IS LAUNCHING A NEW PODCAST… AND THE GUEST LIST MAY NOT BE WHAT YOU’D EXPECT.

“We need to change the conversation. That’s why i’m launching a new podcast. This is gonna be anything but the ordinary politician podcast. I’m going to be talking to people directly that i disagree with as well as people i look up to. But more important that anything else i’ll be talking directly with you.”

THE TITLE OF THE PODCAST IS “THIS IS GAVIN NEWSOM” –

SET TO DEBUT NEXT MONTH.

NEWS SAYS THE SHOW WILL FEATURE GUESTS HE DISAGREES WITH POLITICALLY –

SHOWCASING IN THE BACKGROUND OF SOME SHOTS POLITICAL FIGURES LIKE RON DESANTIS AND VIVEK RAMASWAMY.

“In the first few weeks we’re going to be sitting down with some of the biggest leaders and architects in the maga movement.”

THE GOVERNOR ALSO HAS A BOOK COMING OUT LATER THIS YEAR –

AND HE’S ALREADY HOSTING ANOTHER PODCAST HE LAUNCHED LAST JULY CALLED “POLITICKIN’” – WHICH IS A WEEKLY SPORTS AND CULTURE PODCAST.

THIS NEW PODCAST TEASER – SUGGESTS ITS GOING TO BE A MORE “UNFILTERED APPROACH” ON POLITICAL ISSUES.

NEWSOM CALLED THE NEW PODCAST A WAY TO “COMMUNICATE DIRECTLY WITH THE PUBLIC” ON ISSUES THAT MATTER MOST TO THEM.

“What’s going on with the cost of eggs? What are the impacts to you around tariffs? What power does an executive order really have? And what’s really going on inside of doge?”

THIS PODCAST IS THE LATEST IN A SERIES OF EFFORTS TO EXPAND NEWSOM’S NATIONAL REACH – JUST AS THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY SPECULATES HE COULD BE A LEADING CONTENDER TO RUN FOR PRESIDENT IN 2028.

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Media outlets on the left emphasize Gavin Newsom’s proactive podcast strategy targeting MAGA leaders, framing it as a bridge to engage with differing views.

Media outlets on the right highlight public criticism of Newsom’s podcast amid California’s pressing issues, emphasizing skepticism regarding his priorities.

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