35 Best California Podcasts

1. National Review's Radio Free California Podcast

A show about the perilous state of the Golden State—and what that means for you, wherever you live. California is the hothouse lab of the Left, the nation-state creating the statist policies, art, and lifestyles of the future and generating the political dollars to make them a reality in a community near you. Hosts Will Swaim (California Policy Center) and David Bahnsen (The Bahnsen Group, Fox Business News commentator, conservative activist) beam this weekly show internationally, from mostly undisclosed pirate-radio platforms west of the Sierra Nevada. [Intro music graciously provided by Los Angeles-based Metalachi, the metal/mariachi soundtrack of the near-future. Find them at Metalachi.com.]
Podcast nationalreview.com
Email ****@nationalreview.com
Apple Rating 4.8 / 5Facebook Followers 982KTwitter Followers 331.5KInstagram Followers 77.5K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 76 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact Get Influential Podcasters ContactsGet access to 100k active Podcasters, Influencers in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted media contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the categories of Podcasters you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com Copy email. We'll share active Podcasters list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us

2. The State of California

A daily deep dive into an issue of public policy or politics that's driving the conversation in California. Each day, we interview a guest who's a newsmaker, public official, or expert.
Podcast omny.fm
Email ****@kcbsradio.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 39KTwitter Followers 49.6KInstagram Followers 5.1K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 9 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

3. The California Report Magazine

Every week, The California Report Magazine takes you on a road trip for the ears: to visit the places and meet the people who make California unique. The in-depth storytelling podcast from the California Report.
Podcast cms.megaphone.fm
Email ****@kqed.org
Apple Rating 4.6 / 5Facebook Followers 152.4KTwitter Followers 93.5KInstagram Followers 163.9K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 29 min Listen on Apple YouTube Play Get Email Contact

4. California Now Podcast

The California Now Podcast explores the people and places that make California a unique travel experience. Host Soterios Johnson, veteran radio journalist and former host of NPR's Morning Edition on WNYC in New York City, has recently moved to California and is using his journalism skills to learn every fascinating thing about his new home state. He interviews travel experts, chefs, local guides, and many others on his journey of discovery.
Podcast visitcalifornia.com
Email ****@visitcalifornia.com
Apple Rating 4.7 / 5Facebook Followers 1.9MTwitter Followers 100.4KInstagram Followers 696.6K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 50 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

5. California Underground

Whether you're a conservative, libertarian, moderate Democrat, or just someone with common sense, the California Underground Podcast is dedicated to pushing back on the extreme left that has overrun our state. We talk about California politics and some national politics and how we can implement common-sense solutions to help our beautiful state.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Email ****@protonmail.com
Apple Rating 4.4 / 5Instagram Followers 30.1K Frequency 1 episode / day Avg Length 62 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

6. Insight

Insight creates conversation to build community, exploring issues and events that connect people in our region. Insight covers breaking news and big ideas, music, arts & culture with responsible journalism, civil discussion and diverse voices.
Podcast capradio.org
Email ****@capradio.org
Apple Rating 4.7 / 5Facebook Followers 36.4KTwitter Followers 18.5KInstagram Followers 14.8K Frequency 1 episode / day Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

7. Unlocking California Politics

Unlocking California Politics Podcast is your resource for politics, legislation, housing policy, and housing news from the California Association of REALTORS. Check out the latest episodes from C.A.R. experts who will give you their take on California politics, housing news and policies, and other top industry matters.
Podcast soundcloud.com
Email ****@car.org
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 71.2KTwitter Followers 37.7KInstagram Followers 14.6K Frequency 1 episode / quarter Avg Length 43 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

8. California School News Radio

The latest news about happenings at School Districts across California
Podcast feeds.buzzsprout.com
Email ****@caschoolnews.net
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 5.8KTwitter Followers 284 Frequency 6 episodes / quarter Avg Length 58 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

9. Capitol Weekly Podcast

The Capitol Weekly Podcast covers California politics and public policy and features interviews with elected officials, staffers, advocates, analysts, newsmakers, and even, -gasp- journalists.
Podcast capitolweekly.net
Email ****@capitolweekly.net
Apple Rating 4 / 5Twitter Followers 15.9KInstagram Followers 1.7K Frequency 1 episode / month Avg Length 43 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

10. California Sun Podcast

The California Sun presents conversations with the people that are shaping and observing the Golden State
Podcast californiasun.libsyn.com
Email ****@jeffschechtman.com
Apple Rating 4.9 / 5Facebook Followers 10.3KTwitter Followers 16.7KInstagram Followers 2.2K Frequency 1 episode / day Avg Length 34 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

11. SoCal in 17

Southern Californians may be short on time but they are never short on curiosity. Every Friday, Spectrum News 1 political reporter and anchor Alex Cohen gives listeners the important local news and information SoCal needs to know in one fell swoop. In just about 17 minutes, listeners will get informed on the issues affecting Southern California.
Podcast listennotes.com
Email ****@charter.com
Apple Rating 4.4 / 5Facebook Followers 21.1KTwitter Followers 9.7KInstagram Followers 21.2K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 29 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

12. Look West

Look West - A unique view of the people representing you in the State Assembly who are leading California to a better future for all. A series of conversations with California State Assembly members and the people they represent, the Look West podcast brings you a unique view of the people leading California to a better future for everyone.
Podcast podcasts.apple.com
Email ****@asm.ca.gov
Apple Rating 4.7 / 5Facebook Followers 8.6KInstagram Followers 8.7K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 25 min Listen on Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

13. California Foodways

For California Foodways, reporter Lisa Morehouse spends a lot of time in her car. She's on a kind of mission: to travel to every county in the state, finding stories about food, agriculture, and most importantly the people that make both possible.
Podcast blubrry.com
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Frequency 1 episode / year Avg Length 10 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

14. Sunday Morning Newsmakers

The Award-Winning Sunday Morning Newsmakers with Larry Marino takes a unique look at the top local, regional and national political stories, including a weekly update 'At The Heart of the Homeless Crisis.'
Podcast am870theanswer.com
Email ****@am870theanswer.com
Facebook Followers 14.6KTwitter Followers 3.1KInstagram Followers 1.8K Frequency 4 episodes / week Avg Length 13 min Play Get Email Contact

15. California News on Fitness and Health

We discuss the latest challenges and news in California. As an example, we discuss the latest on the homeless crisis, fires, new legislation and more
Podcast spreaker.com
Apple Rating 3 / 5 Frequency 1 episode / day Avg Length 13 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

16. State of the Bay

We talk about the entire Bay Area and its connections to California and beyond. And as our show turns 30 years old, we figured it was the perfect time to pick a name that reflects who we are and what we do.We'll keep bringing you live and local conversations with diverse voices. We'll talk about where we live and what matters most. About local and state politics. About Bay culture, homegrown innovations, and more.
Podcast kalw.org
Email ****@gmail.com
Facebook Followers 10.5KTwitter Followers 6.3KInstagram Followers 4.2K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 56 min Play Get Email Contact

17. LA Hispanic Republican Club Podcast

Local News, Politics, and Current Events.
Podcast am870theanswer.com
Email ****@am870theanswer.com
Facebook Followers 14.6KTwitter Followers 3.1KInstagram Followers 1.8K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 49 min Play Get Email Contact

18. Downballot

Echoplex Media's hot take on news from The Bay Area and around California.
Podcast echoplexmedia.com
Email ****@echoplexmedia.com
Apple Rating 4 / 5Facebook Followers 3.7KTwitter Followers 257 Frequency 3 episodes / month Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

19. History of California Podcast

A history podcast by a history teacher from California exploring the history of his state.
Podcast history-of-california-podcast.castos.com
Email ****@gmail.com
Frequency 1 episode / month Avg Length 43 min Play Get Email Contact

20. The Boating Hour Podcast

The Boating Hour with Captain Rick brings you the latest and greatest essential information about everything that sails, floats, or motors upon the high seas of Southern California. From landlubbers to old salts, there'll be something for everyone!
Podcast am870theanswer.com
Email ****@TheBoatingHour.com
Facebook Followers 14.6KTwitter Followers 3.1KInstagram Followers 1.8K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 25 min Since Jun 2020 Play Get Email Contact

21. California True Crime

A true crime podcast taking you through different stories and locations all around California. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us.
Podcast spreaker.com
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.5 / 5Facebook Followers 660Twitter Followers 3.9KInstagram Followers 1.2K Frequency 2 episodes / year Avg Length 60 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

22. Distilled California

Distilled California is the distiller-driven podcast for the booze nerd. Join hosts Dylan Almendral and Ryan Freisen as we take a deep dive into the bottle. We discuss the history, legends, politics, and future of the California distilling industry from the ground up and distill what it means to be grain to glass in California. Ryan is a distiller and Vice President of the California Artisanal Distillers Guild. Dylan is a historian and writer.
Podcast rss.com
Email ****@historicassets.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 24Instagram Followers 206 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

23. Nooner Conversations

Scott Lay expands beyond his daily email newsletter by throwing a mic in his backpack to talk with cool folks about California Politics and Policy.
Podcast nooner-conversations.simplecast.com
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

24. California Planning & Development Report

The podcast version of the California Planning & Development Report (www.cp-dr.com), the leading independent source of news and analysis for the urban planning community in California. Covering policy, housing, transportation, finance, trends, and more.
Podcast listennotes.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 1KTwitter Followers 2.8K Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

25. California State Of Mind

Join hosts Elizabeth Aguilera and Nicole Nixon as they examine, The California Experience through the lens of policy and politics. They'll help you make sense of the biggest events happening in one of the largest economies in the world.
Podcast capradio.org
Email ****@capradio.org
Apple Rating 4.9 / 5Facebook Followers 36.9KTwitter Followers 18.5KInstagram Followers 14.8K Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

26. California Stories from MyWineRadio

California Stories from MyWineRadio.com is your podcast for the Best of California! We give you the coolest places to visit, fun things to do and we share fun trivia. Each podcast features different stories about the people and places of California.
Podcast spreaker.com
Email ****@mywineradio.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

27. This Week in California Education

EdSource is an independent, nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization whose mission is to clarify complex education issues and to promote thoughtful policy decisions about public school improvement.In This Week in California Education, EdSource editors and reporters discuss the most current issues in education across the state of California.
Podcast edsource.org
Email ****@edsource.org
Apple Rating 4.4 / 5Facebook Followers 14.7KTwitter Followers 21.8KInstagram Followers 4.6K Listen on Apple YouTube Play Get Email Contact

28. Living in the Sprawl

10 million people, a couple hundred cities, unlimited possibilities. Host Jon Steinberg, a lifelong explorer, has made it his business to get into the heart, mind and soul of Southern California. Every week we are going to explore the most interesting parts, history, food and culture that Southern California has to offer, and together, we are going to find out what is behind the greatest region in the city. Happy exploring!
Podcast livinginthesprawlpodcast.com
Host Jon Steinberg
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 9Instagram Followers 134 Frequency 2 episodes / year Avg Length 24 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

29. KVPR News Podcast

Local news reports and interviews from KVPR, covering issues in Central California.
Podcast kvpr.org
Email ****@kvpr.org
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

30. LA Weekly Weekly

The LA Weekly Weekly Podcast is the definitive source of information for news, music, movies, restaurants, reviews, and events in Los Angeles.
Podcast kabc.com
Email ****@gmail.com
Facebook Followers 9.8KTwitter Followers 8.2K Frequency 1 episode / year Avg Length 40 min Play Get Email Contact