Summary On this episode we are joined by Todd Madison of Transparent California. Transparent California is a public database that collects data on public employee compensation in the state of California. They collect almost 4 million records per year and have about 42 million records online. The data they collect reveals that over a million public employees in California make over $100,000 a year, with 100,000 people making over $250,000 a year and 4,000 making over $500,000 a year. The conversation discusses the high salaries and benefits of public employees in California, particularly in the ..read more

Summary In this episode, Phil and his guest Jeffrey Clayton discuss rising crime rates in blue states, specifically focusing on California. They explore the role of bail in the criminal justice system and its impact on crime rates. They also discuss the effects of Proposition 47, which downgraded certain nonviolent property crimes and drug possession offenses to misdemeanors. The conversation highlights the importance of deterrence and the need to send a strong message that low-level offenses will not be tolerated. In this conversation, Jeff Clayton discusses the issues surrounding bail reform ..read more

Summary On this episode we discuss how the fast food industry is reacting to the new $20 minimum wage, the confusion around who qualifies, and how this will negatively impact workers rather than help. Make sure to check out our full site at www.californiaunderground.live Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Minimum Wage 03:07 Anecdotal Story Time and Fast Food Industry Reaction 11:14 Exemptions and the PaneraGate Scandal 20:38 The Annual Increase in Minimum Wages 33:01 Introduction to the $20 Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers 39:09 Challenges Faced by Businesses and Potential Job Los ..read more

Summary In this episode, Phil and Camille discuss the second effort to recall Governor Gavin Newsom and whether he deserves to be recalled again. They review Newsom's State of the State address in 2022, focusing on his promises regarding gas prices and the economy. They also examine the process and timeline of a recall election and the challenges of electric vehicle adoption. The conversation highlights the high gas prices in California and the state's struggling economy, leading to the conclusion that Newsom's promises have not been fulfilled. In this conversation, Camille and Phil discuss th ..read more

Summary In this episode, Phil and Camille dive into a discussion of the primary elections and the delayed results in California. They analyze the Senate race between Adam Schiff and Steve Garvey, as well as the mayoral race in San Diego. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Larry Turner's residency and his campaign for mayor. The conversation covers the California Underground's approach to interviews, concerns about San Diego City Mayor candidates, positive election results in San Francisco, Katie Porter's claims of rigged elections, election results in San Diego's 75th District, Prop ..read more

Are you a Californian who feels like your views on politics in California are not popular? Do you feel like no one will agree with you? Feels like when you meet someone who does agree you are part of a secret underground club of people who think like you? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast to hear others who share your views and solutions to save our beautiful state.  Check out our full site at www.californiaunderground.live Episode Summary In this episode, San Diego County Supervisor Jim Desmond discusses the impact of the open border on San Diego County. He highlights th ..read more

Are you a Californian who feels like your views on politics in California are not popular? Do you feel like no one will agree with you? Feels like when you meet someone who does agree you are part of a secret underground club of people who think like you? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast to hear others who share your views and solutions to save our beautiful state.  Summary In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, the hosts discuss the recent senatorial debate and share their impressions of the candidates. They highlight the lack of impressive candidates an ..read more

Are you a Californian who feels like your views on politics in California are not popular? Do you feel like no one will agree with you? Feels like when you meet someone who does agree you are part of a secret underground club of people who think like you? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast to hear others who share your views and solutions to save our beautiful state.  On this episode, we dive into Prop 1, a proposition that says it will help with homelessness and mental health issues. We discuss who's in favor, who will likely benefit from it, and whether it will fix the ..read more

Are you a Californian who feels like your views on politics in California are not popular? Do you feel like no one will agree with you? Feels like when you meet someone who does agree you are part of a secret underground club of people who think like you? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast to hear others who share your views and solutions to save our beautiful state.  On this episode, we are joined by Denise Aguilar who is running for the California Assembly in District 13. We discuss her time fighting vaccine mandates, her stance on reducing crime in California, and the ..read more

Are you a Californian who feels like your views on politics in California are not popular? Do you feel like no one will agree with you? Feels like when you meet someone who does agree you are part of a secret underground club of people who think like you? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast to hear others who share your views and solutions to save our beautiful state.  On this episode, we do a follow up episode on Carl DeMaio and his run for State Assembly in the 75th District. Why did he enter a race with two Republicans already running? How much money did he truly raise ..read more