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KABATALKS

Brian and John Kabateck

Brothers Brian and John Kabateck take a unique approach to discussions affecting business and consumers alike in the state with a discussion that is presented with humor and conflict from brothers of typically differing opinions. Brian Kabateck is Founding and Managing Partner of Kabateck, LLP. A legal firm defending consumers rights and protections. Brian was also President of the Consumers Attorneys of California. John Kabateck, is President of Kabateck Strategies, LLP. His firm keeps the voices

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Episode 33: Prop 50, Redistricting, and the Future of...

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2025/11/10

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, the guys dive into the fallout from Election Night — starting with Proposition 50 in California and what its passage means for redistricting, representation, and the balance of political power. They get into the messaging wars, the motivations of voters on both sides, and why the redistricting conversation has become a proxy battle for the national political identity crisis. They al...

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60:51

Episode 32: Assemblymember John Harabedian on Honest...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, the guys sit down with California Assemblymember John Harabedian to talk about his path from prosecutor to public servant and the issues shaping Sacramento today. They dig into his legislative priorities, from tackling homelessness and housing affordability to strengthening consumer protections and safeguarding voting rights. They also get into the political dynamics of Califo...

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38:53

Episode 31: The Big Beautiful Bill, Senator Padilla’s...

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2025/06/18

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, the guys dig into the controversial “Big Beautiful Bill” passed by House Republicans this spring — a large package that cuts billions from food aid, relaxes regulations, supports fossil fuel projects, and includes tax breaks like the no-tax-on-tips provision, all wrapped inside a farm bill. They break down the startling incident in Los Angeles where Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly...

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37:51

Episode 30: LA Protests, Immigration Crackdowns, and...

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2025/06/12

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode of Kabatalks, John and Brian square off over one of the most explosive headlines in California politics: the deployment of federal troops to Los Angeles amidst ICE raids and growing street protests. Was it a necessary response to chaos—or a dangerous overreach? The conversation dives deep into the legal thresholds for using the National Guard without a governor’s consent, the histori...

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Episode 29: Assemblymember Laurie Davies on...

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2025/05/02

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, we sit down with Assemblymember Laurie Davies to explore the evolving mood in Sacramento—Is it tense? Collaborative? Or somewhere in between? A former small business owner, Davies offers her take on how bipartisan cooperation can still thrive, even in a deeply divided political climate. We dig into her top priorities for the year, her honest views on Governor Newsom’s performance, a...

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Episode 28: Senator Tom Umberg on California's...

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2025/03/24

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. What makes California's legislative environment a breeding ground for cooperation, even amidst political supermajorities? Join us as we promise a deeper understanding of the unique dynamics within the California Senate, courtesy of our conversation with State Senator Tom Umberg. With his extensive background as a federal criminal prosecutor and former deputy drug czar, Senator Umberg shares his insi...

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37:12

Episode 27: California's Wildfires Ingnite an Even...

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2025/02/20

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. California's wildfires are not just a force of nature; they're a battleground for misinformation and political agendas. Join us, the brothers Kabateck, as we unravel the tangled web of false narratives surrounding Governor Gavin Newsom during these crises and scrutinize the infrastructure failures that exacerbate the situation. With bold claims from the Trump administration in the spotlight, we stre...

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Episode 26: Reflection and Projection With Former...

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2025/01/23

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Former state Senator Scott Wilk joins us on Kabatalks to provide a reflective and candid exit interview, if you will, sharing insights from his 12 years in the California State Legislature. With keen observations on the 2012 term limits change, Scott discusses its impact on legislative stability, while also offering a unique perspective on the shifts in voter sentiment during the 2020 elections. We e...

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Episode 25: Dan Schnur on Trump and the Political...

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2024/12/19

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. What if strategic risks could reshape the political future? In this episode of KabaTalks, we welcome Dan Schnur, a veteran political strategist, to unpack the dynamics of the latest presidential election. With Kamala Harris facing the challenge of a lifetime by running her campaign in just 107 days, and Donald Trump pulling off an impressive voter mobilization feat, we dissect the strategic gam...

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Episode 24: California's Gubernatorial Outlook From...

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2024/12/11

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Is California's political stage ready for a major shake-up? Join us, brothers Brian and John Kabateck, as we dissect the Golden State's gubernatorial race. With Brian leaning slightly left and John slightly right, we explore the landscape of potential candidates such as Tony Atkins, Eleni Kounalakis, and Antonio Villaraigosa, while contemplating the roles of Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom in future p...

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38:17

Episode 23: Brothers Kabateck Unpack the Election as...

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2024/11/28

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Can a Trump appointee really shake up the political landscape as Attorney General? Find out as we launch into a spirited discussion about some of his unexpected appointments and their potential ripple effects in the party. Join us, Brian and John Kabateck, as we bring humor and insight into California's evolving political scene, exploring whether the state is shifting towards a more balanced politica...

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Episode 22: California Restaurant Association's Jot...

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2024/10/23

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. Is the Republican Party facing a defining moment, or is this just another chapter in a long history of political evolution? Join the brothers Kabateck as they engage with Jot Condie, President and CEO of the California Restaurant Association, to explore the potential directions the party may take in the post-Trump era. They'll weigh the lasting impact of Donald Trump's influence against the possibili...

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35:25

Episode 21: 2024 Elections - A Political Dissection...

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2023/09/07

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Episode 20: Survival of the California Republican...

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2023/08/03

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Episode 19: The Common Sense Party. A Discussion...

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2023/03/12

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Episode 18: The Straight Scoop on CA Politics with...

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2023/02/01

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Episode 17: Mike Roos and His Political Views.

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2023/01/05

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Episode 16: Paul Mitchell Dissects the Mid Term...

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2022/12/01

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Episode 15: Assembly Member Chris Holden. California...

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2022/11/15

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Episode 14: Former LA District Attorney, Steve Cooley...

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2022/11/03

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