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The Issue Is

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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82: Rep. Jackie Speier, Andy Ngo

The Issue Is ·

2019/07/13

Congresswoman Jackie Speier (D-San Mateo) is concerned about a "potential police state" after President Trump announces an executive order concerning immigration. She's worried about government agencies compiling a national database. Speier will be asking Robert Mueller questions during his upcoming testimony. We talk about what she wants to know from his most. We also discuss possible Impeachment of President Trump & the Congresswoman's visit to border detention facilities. And, we

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81: President Trump vs. California

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2019/07/06

The Issue Is...President Trump vs. California Democratic Congresswoman Katie Hill is one of the rising stars in Congress. Her fellow freshmen voted her their representative to leadership. We talk with her about: -Earthquake preparedness -President Trump's comments about California homelessness -Border detention facilities -Census -LGTBQ rights Plus, she plays our "personal issues" game. The Congresswoman describes her "red line" when it comes to Impeachment of President Trump

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80: Chef and political citizen Dean Sheremet

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2019/07/06

Dean Sheremet is a TV host, chef, dancer, fitness expert, father, and politically active citizen. In this "Issue Is:" podcast extra, he tells Elex Michaelson about how he first became interested in politics. Sheremet grew up in Michigan. When faced with pursuing a career in dance or sports, he chose dance. That dancing took him to Hollywood where he'd meet his eventual wife, LeAnn Rimes. He'd marry her at age 20. After a divorce 8 years later, he re-evaluated his life and became serious

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79: Ann Coulter, Bob Shrum, Areva Martin, Caroline...

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2019/06/29

The Issue Is...the Democratic debate. It's the first presidential debate of 2020...and it gets nasty. Kamala Harris' attack on Joe Biden is the most talked about moment. We talk about that and more with our panel: Bob Shrum, Areva Martin, and Caroline Heldman. Plus, we speak with a focus group of undecided voters for their perspective. And, a one on one interview with Ann Coulter. Ann told us she'd "possibly" vote for Joe Biden over President Trump. She's frustrated by the President's

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78: Democratic strategist Bob Shrum

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2019/06/28

Bob Shrum is one of the most well known & most respected strategists in Democratic politics. He's currently co-chair of the USC Center for the Political Future. In this podcast extra, he tells Elex Michaelson about: -Writing speeches for George McGovern in his 20's -Writing Ted Kennedy's legendary speech at the 1980 Democratic convention -Working with Bill Clinton on his State of the Union during Impeachment -Writing John Kerry's presidential concession speech in the middle of the night

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77: Rep. Ted Lieu, Tim Conway, Elisha Krauss, Brian...

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2019/06/22

On today's episode of The Issue Is podcast: Elex Michaelson speaks with Rep. Ted Lieu featuring panelists Tim Conway, Elisha Krauss, and Brian Tyler Cohen. ---------- The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson is California's only statewide political show, broadcast from FOX 11 Studios in Los Angeles. For airtimes and more information, go to TheIssueIsShow.com.

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76: Hasan Piker and Larry Elder

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2019/06/15

On the show today... Hasan Piker is the youngest of the Young Turks. He's one of the most influential progressive commentators in all of social media. His commentaries are shared and seen by millions. Piker started his popular commentaries in a supply closet & grew them into a viral sensation. Conservative talk show host Larry Elder grew up hating his father. He was beaten by him, and never given much affection. After a verbal argument, they stopped talking. That lasted for ten years. At

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75: Young Turks Hasan Piker

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2019/06/15

Hasan Piker is the youngest of the Young Turks. He's one of the most influential progressive commentators in all of social media. His commentaries are shared and seen by millions. In this podcast extra, Hasan tells Elex Michaelson about growing up in Turkey.. He felt repressed by the Turkish government but then was surprised by the racial realities in America when he moved here for college. Piker started his popular commentaries in a supply closet & grew them into a viral

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74: Conservative talk show host Larry Elder

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2019/06/15

Conservative talk show host Larry Elder grew up hating his father. He was beaten by him, and never given much affection. After a verbal argument, they stopped talking. That lasted for ten years. At 25 years old, Larry sat down to have a quick conversation with his dad for the first time in a decade. It lasted for 8 hours. That conversation is at the heart of his book, "A Lot Like Me: A Father & Son's Journey to Reconciliation." We talk a lot about the book in this week's podcast

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73: The Issue Is: Corey Booker, Patricia Arquette,...

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2019/06/08

Cory Booker had a break out moment with his address regarding gun control at the California Democratic Convention. Moments later, he spoke with "The Issue Is:" about his presidential campaign. How does he break out from the pack and what's his strategy to win California? We discuss his plans for actually passing gun control, immigration reform bills...and how he'd regulate Silicon Valley. Plus, we learn his favorites--from comedian to actress to foods. Then, we talk with Congresswoman

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72: Carson Jones

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2019/06/08

Carson Jones is the first zookeeper/gay rights activist to sit down for "The Issue Is:" podcast. At 24, he's also the youngest guest. He's the openly gay son of Alabama's Democratic Senator Doug Jones. Jones ended up in one of the most closely watched Senate races in recent history when he defeated Judge Roy Moore. Carson Jones achieved Internet fandom with his "side eye" to Vice President Mike Pence during his father's swearing-in ceremony in the Senate. Carson describes growing up

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71: From the California Democratic Convention in San...

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2019/06/04

This week, a special edition of “The Issue Is:” from the California Democratic Convention in San Francisco. 14 presidential candidates will be on hand plus 5,000 delegates and guests. Our guests: Beto O’Rourke (D-TX) will join us one on one at our set Plus our panel of CA’s top political reporters: Carla Marinucci; Politico Melanie Mason: Los Angeles Times Joe Garofoli; San Francisco Chronicle And we’ll take you behind the scenes of the convention itself. ---------- The Issue Is:

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70: Senator Kamala Harris, Gloria Allred, Tomi Lahren

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2019/05/25

This week on "The Issue Is:," exclusive one on one conversations with four women making news. SENATOR KAMALA HARRIS: California Senator Kamala Harris discusses her presidential campaign. She describes her strategy for winning California & what sets her apart in the presidential race. Harris responds to the abortion restrictions being passed, explains her proposed executive actions on guns, and why she wants a federal mandate to increase teacher play. Plus, the celebrated chef shares

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69: Governor Gavin Newsom, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard

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2019/05/18

Governor Gavin Newsom wants to dramatically change the healthcare system in California. He believes if every Californian is forced to buy healthcare it will lower premiums for everyone. He wants to extend Medi-Cal benefits to all undocumented immigrants under 26 years old. The Governor also weighs in on laws restricting abortions in Alabama, Georgia, and elsewhere. Newsom supports boycotts of the film industries in those states. We also speak to presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard, who is

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68: Political consultant Mike Murphy

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2019/05/18

Mike Murphy is one of the most experienced consultants in Republican politics. And, he's at war with President Trump. In this extended interview with Elex Michaelson, Murphy talks about his past clients like Jeb Bush, Arnold Schwarzenegger, John McCain, Mitt Romney and more. He describes why he became a Republican even though he grew up in a Democratic household. And, he breaks news that he'll soon be hosting a podcast with Democratic strategist David Axelrod & wrote a screenplay about

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67: Mayor Pete Buttigieg

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2019/05/13

Mayor Pete Buttigieg is the fastest rising star in the Democratic presidential race. He's looking to make history as the first President who is a millennial, gay man, Afghanistan veteran. We spoke at the Abbey in West Hollywood for a one-on-one, exclusive interview. Among the topics: his vision, toughness, facing off against Joe Biden, President Trump, gay rights, and Game of Thrones. Then, we break down the 2020 race with Brian Goldsmith, Susan Shelley and Christopher Titus. We discuss

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66: Marianne Williamson, Bill Barr & A Surprise Finish

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2019/05/04

It's the 1 year anniversary edition of "The Issue Is:" Marianne Williamson is a Democratic candidate for President of the United States. She wants to redefine the role of President---and believes the chief executive should be a wise, moral leader. We talk about her views on reparations, healthcare, college, marijuana, and more. Plus, our panel weighs in on the 2020 campaign & Attorney General Bill Barr's controversial Senate testimony. Our panelists this week: attorney

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65: Attorney and media expert Areva Martin

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2019/05/03

HAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY FOR 'THE ISSUE IS'! On this episode, we talk to Areva Martin, one of our first panelists on The Issue Is. Areva Martin is one of the most quoted legal commentators in the country. She’s a leader in the fields of civil rights & care for families with special needs. She went from a housing project in St. Louis to Harvard Law School where she was classmates with Michelle Robinson, who’d become Michelle Obama. After appearing on a show with Dr. Phil,

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64: Joe Biden in the presidential race, Gov. Jay...

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2019/04/27

In this episode, we talk about the presidential race. He may be the front runner in the polls, but now that Joe Biden is actually in the race, can he overcome being old and white? Our panelists are Melissa Rivers, Jessica Levinson, and Shawn Steel We also talk to Washington State Governor Jay Inslee who says he's the best candidate to tackle climate change. And entertainment reporter and film maven Ben Lyons is ready to roar, talking about the changing landscape of Hollywood, sports and

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63: Entertainment reporter and film maven Ben Lyons

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2019/04/27

Ben Lyons is an expert in the intersection between politics, sports and entertainment. He’s the host of the Lion’s Den podcast on Podcast 1 and the “Mostly Football” show on Yahoo! In this conversation with The Issue Is, he talks about his iconic father and grandfather, how he got involved in the entertainment industry so young, the best movie coming out you’ve never heard of, and why sports stars are such powerful activists politically. ---------- The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson is

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