California Governor Gavin Newsom is getting roasted for his new podcast. Comedian Tim Dillon didn’t hold back, calling it a desperate rebranding stunt. Newsom’s show, meant to make him look like a chill moderate, comes as his state struggles with crime, homelessness, and sky-high living costs. Dillon mocked the podcast’s cheesy theme song and accused Newsom of ignoring his real job. “You already have a job—it’s being governor of California,” Dillon said. “No one in an ash heap in Altadena wants him podcasting. They want him to fix the state.”
Meanwhile, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his wife Cheryl Hines are getting praise for their authenticity. Dillon called them a “fun sitcom” pairing—she’s bubbly, he’s wrestling with family tragedies and government distrust. Kennedy’s skepticism about vaccines and Big Pharma aligns with conservatives tired of mandates. His focus on issues like BlackRock buying homes hits a nerve with working-class voters. Unlike Newsom’s polished act, Kennedy’s raw take on corruption feels genuine. “He’s the best choice,” Dillon said. “At least he cares.”
Newsom’s podcast guests, including conservative figures like Charlie Kirk, reek of political calculation. He’s trying to clean up his image after COVID lockdowns wrecked small businesses and his “sanctuary state” policies backfired. Dillon nailed it: “Ignore the crime and people fleeing California. Just focus on Gavin being a smooth-talking podcast host.” The show’s launch coincides with rumors Newsom wants to run for president. But voters see through the pivot. Why trust a guy who can’t even run his own state?
California’s problems are piling up. Homeless camps line the streets. Gas prices are the highest in the nation. Newsom’s gun control push—including a wild idea to rewrite the Constitution—shows he’s out of touch. His abortion extremism, like cutting ties with Walgreens over pill distribution, plays well with coastal elites but hurts regular folks needing pharmacy access. The state’s decline contrasts sharply with red states like Florida, where freedom thrives.
RFK Jr. offers a different path. His anti-establishment vibe and environmental focus appeal across party lines. He questions vaccine safety, a stance that resonates with parents worried about rushed mandates. His wife Cheryl adds warmth, balancing his intensity. At his 70th birthday party, Dillon noted the mix of guests—from Mel Gibson to political foes. “They leave the past in the past,” he said. That open-mindedness is rare in today’s divided politics.
Newsom’s podcast flop highlights a bigger issue: Democrats prioritizing optics over results. While he chats up guests, California burns. His lockdown hypocrisy—strict rules for citizens, fancy dinners for himself—still stings. The failed recall attempt didn’t humble him. Now he’s doubling down on image over action. Conservatives see right through it. Real leaders fix problems, not chase podcast clout.
Kennedy’s authenticity shines next to Newsom’s slick act. He doesn’t duck hard questions or pander. His concerns about corporate greed and government overreach mirror conservative values. The left paints him as a conspiracy theorist, but his warnings about Big Pharma and crony capitalism ring true. In a world of flip-flopping politicians, Kennedy’s consistency matters. Voters are hungry for someone who says what they mean, even if it’s uncomfortable.
The choice is clear. Newsom’s California is a cautionary tale of progressive overreach. High taxes, soft-on-crime policies, and endless red tape drive families away. Kennedy represents a return to common sense—questioning power, protecting freedoms, and putting Americans first. As Dillon put it, “Hilarity ensues” when leaders like Newsom focus on podcasts instead of people. Conservatives are laughing, but not in a good way.
