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The California Conversation

Join the conversation shaping California’s future! Tune into The California Conversation podcast for the latest updates on California legislation. It’ll help you stay in the loop and empower you to shape our beautiful state. Get clear, common-sense insights on new and proposed bills that help you think critically and decide how you want our state to be governed. The future of California is in our hands!

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Ep. 54 | Where Do We Go From Here?

The California Conversation ·

2025/09/18

There’s been a shift in the atmosphere since the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk. A recognition of the symptoms of a deeply sick culture, and just how badly we need reform. But while many will call for change, few will be honest about what that change requires, what it must look like practically. For today, I want to speak to you from my heart – no notes, no news stories, no statistics, or facts or headlines. Just an open letter from myself to you on what we do next, and where hope in the

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Ep. 53 | Debunking California's Gun Control Narrative

The California Conversation ·

2025/09/11

One common left-wing claim is that California’s strong gun control laws prevent gun violence in California so effectively that it is a model for the rest of the country. Our Governor has been an outspoken advocate for more gun control laws to prevent tragedies like mass shootings, and as a result California has become the most heavily regulated state when it comes to gun ownership. So, what are the facts about gun violence and what are effective ways to prevent it? Should the nation adopt

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Ep. 52 | Is California Safer than Red States?!

The California Conversation ·

2025/09/04

If you’ve been following the headlines lately, you’ve probably seen the claim that California’s crime rates are down, and our state is supposedly safer than Republican-led places like Tennessee or Arkansas. But if you live here, that may not match what you experience day to day. So, what’s the truth? Are crime rates really dropping in a meaningful way? And does Gavin Newsom’s leadership make California safer than it would be under a conservative governor? I’m breaking it all down for you today so

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Ep. 51 | Everything Our Governor Doesn’t Want Us...

The California Conversation ·

2025/08/28

Governor Newsom’s appearance on The Shawn Ryan Show, In-N-Out’s move to Tennessee, his redistricting grandstanding and Trump-style antics on X, and California’s reckless decision to grant a commercial driver’s license to the illegal immigrant responsible for a deadly car crash all point to the same truth: when leaders show us who they are, believe them. These stories reveal a pattern of dishonesty, deflection, and arrogance in California leadership – leaders more focused on image than

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Ep. 50 | How California’s AB 495 Puts Your Kids at Risk!

The California Conversation ·

2025/08/21

Assembly Bill 495, the so-called Family Preparedness Act, has already passed the California Assembly and is expected to move through the Senate before landing on the Governor’s desk this fall. Its author frames it as a compassionate reform aimed at helping children whose parents, specifically illegal immigrants, are detained or deported, giving schools a faster way to ensure kids are cared for. But conservative groups are sounding the alarm, warning that the bill could put children at risk, make

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Ep. 49 | Redistricting DRAMA in California

The California Conversation ·

2025/08/14

Our beloved Governor, Gavin Newsom, is threatening to redraw political district lines (ahem, cutting Republican seats) if Texas moves forward with its own redistricting plan backed by President Trump. But is this fair representation or pure political retaliation? In this episode, I break down what redistricting is, how gerrymandering works, why Texas and California are at odds, and why this fight could impact your voice in Congress!Advertisers Mentioned in Today’s Show:CONNECTED CARE: Whether you’re

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Ep. 48 | How a Weed Farm Exposed California’s...

The California Conversation ·

2025/07/18

Last week, an immigration raid at a farm in Camarillo led to hundreds of arrests and the rescue of migrant children. It’s no surprise that the raid sparked protests, gunfire, and national backlash. But the results of this raid go much deeper than just recent conversations around immigration policy – now there are serious questions of child trafficking, forced labor, and our state’s role in protecting children. We are going to get into all of it and how this raid connects to recent legislation passed

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Ep. 47 | SpaceX vs. California: The Fight Over...

The California Conversation ·

2025/07/10

This week, a judge ruled that SpaceX – Elon Musk’s rocket company – can sue a California state agency for political discrimination. Earlier in the year, a similar lawsuit was struck down by the court, so this is a big deal for SpaceX and Musk! What happened, what could this lawsuit mean for California regulators, and why does this matter for us?Brand Partnerships Mentioned in Today’s Show:AMALLOW: Get 15% off clean skincare at Amallow Naturals through my link https://amallow.com/tessabraham or use

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Ep. 46 | If the Founding Fathers Saw California Today...

The California Conversation ·

2025/07/03

Happy Fourth of July! In this week’s episode, I take a deep dive into the Declaration of Independence and compare the colonists’ grievances with the British Crown to what we see happening in California today. From the explosion of unelected bureaucracies to the abandonment of public safety and parental rights, we explore how the very freedoms our nation was founded to protect are being quietly stripped away. Because the battle for liberty didn’t end in 1776—it begins again here, today, in

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Ep. 45 | ICE Raids, LA Riots, and the National Guard:...

The California Conversation ·

2025/06/26

The world seems like it has just been falling apart the last few weeks! There have been massive protests about immigration, riots that posed major threats to law enforcement and to the city of Los Angeles as a whole, the calling in of the national guard, and a legal showdown between Gavin Newsom and Donald Trump. The chaos that has unfolded in California is the perfect example of people wanting to be heard – but doing so without truth, without clarity, and without self-control. And when that

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Show Update!

The California Conversation ·

2025/06/24

Quick show update! The show will be moving to Thursday mornings, and will be moving to video! Check out the show on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCaliforniaConversationAnd check back here this Thursday for this week's episode!

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Ep. 44 | Wins Worth Fighting For: Protecting Consumer...

The California Conversation ·

2025/06/17

Governor Gavin Newsom has implemented the most sweeping electric vehicle mandates in the country – aiming for 100% of new car sales by 2035 to be all electric. These mandates have left Californians concerned about the auto industry in our state and the ability to support such a massive shift in a short span of time. But the wins just keep on coming, with these mandates being officially struck down by Congress just a few weeks ago! I’m your host, Tess Abraham, and we are looking at our last

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Ep. 43 | Wins Worth Fighting For: Prioritizing the...

The California Conversation ·

2025/06/10

What happens when the state that promised 'healthcare for all' suddenly changes its mind? In a surprising turn of events, Governor Gavin Newsom is quietly walking back one of California’s most expensive — and controversial — progressive policies to pay for the healthcare of illegal immigrants. I’m your host Tess Abraham, and I’m breaking down the reasons for this change of heart, and exactly it means for our budget, our values, and our future, on this week’s episode of The California

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Ep. 42 | Wins Worth Fighting For: Preserving...

The California Conversation ·

2025/06/03

Today, we’re celebrating a win — not just in policy, but for the safety of your family, your community, and your right to self-defense. Assembly Bill 1333 is dead, and it’s because people like you spoke up! This is what it looks like when public pressure works — and it’s exactly the kind of momentum we need to keep going. I’m your host Tess Abraham, and we are going to cover what happened with the bill, why it matters, and what it means for the future of California, on this week’s episode of The

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Ep. 41 | Why I Don't Give Up on California

The California Conversation ·

2025/05/27

Do you feel exhausted by the constant news cycle? Like every headline is another blow, every update a reminder of how much work there is still to do? I get it. The issues we’re up against in California — from government overreach to broken policies — can feel overwhelming. It’s heavy. And when change feels slow, or like it’s never coming at all, it’s easy to wonder if staying informed and engaged is even worth it. If you’ve felt that weight lately — you’re not alone. I’m your host Tess Abraham, and

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Ep. 40 | $8 Gas?! How California Policies Are Driving...

The California Conversation ·

2025/05/20

California residents are being warned to brace for massive spikes in gas prices over the next year due to the closure of two major refineries in the state. Why are these refineries shutting down operations, and how will it impact consumers? I’m your host Tess Abraham, and we are breaking down a full history of California’s legislative and regulatory environment around gasoline, the effects it will have on your life, and what our state SHOULD be doing instead, on this week’s episode of The California

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Ep. 39 | Curriculum Tyranny: California’s War on...

The California Conversation ·

2025/05/13

The California Department of Education is waging a full-scale war on local school districts—suing, pressuring, and punishing those that refuse to teach controversial topics like gender ideology. Across the state, school boards are facing legal threats and massive fines for changing their curriculum in these subject areas. So, what does this power struggle really reveal? What is the state’s role in mandating curriculum? I’m your host, Tess Abraham, and we are breaking down the latest in this

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Ep. 38 | Three Years for Two Lives: The Deadly Cost...

The California Conversation ·

2025/05/06

Oscar Eduardo Ortega killed two teenagers in a drunk driving incident and is set to be released from prison early after just three years of his sentence. His controversial case has sparked calls for new legislation, a conversation around California’s sanctuary policies, and even the involvement of the federal government. I’m your host, Tess Abraham, and we are breaking down who this criminal is, what the handling of his case and related legislation means for our state, and why you should pay

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Ep. 37 | When States Go Rogue: Is California...

The California Conversation ·

2025/04/29

Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new lawsuit against the Trump Administration this month – this time over the Administration’s recent foreign and economic policy decisions. What is behind this lawsuit and what ramifications could it have? Plus, what happens when one of the most powerful states in the country starts acting like its own diplomatic actor? I’m your host Tess Abraham, and we are digging into California’s escalating conflict with the federal government, what it means for the balance of

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Ep. 36 | Is AB 84 the End of School Choice in...

The California Conversation ·

2025/04/15

Assembly Bill 84 has the potential to reduce school choice across California by making key changes to public charter schools in the state. Charter school communities and local advocacy groups are already calling on parents and teachers to speak out and oppose this bill. But what exactly would it change, and why should we care? I’m your host Tess Abraham, and we will be covering the education landscape in our state, how this bill would affect charters, and how you can get involved on this week’s

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