The Issue Is Podcast: Katie Porter, Peter Hamby, John Kobylt

This week, Donald Trump is on track to be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. Joining us to discuss is Rep. Katie Porter (D-Irvine), Peter Hamby of PUCK News, and KFI AM 640's John Kobylt.

The Issue Is Podcast: Ken Calvert, Will Rollins, Areva Martin, Joel Pollak, Torry Holt

This week's "The Issue Is:" covers the tied 41st congressional race between Rep. Ken Calvert and Democrat Will Rollins, includes a panel discussion on key political topics, and reports on the L.A. Rams' cancer awareness event at Sofi Stadium.

The Issue Is Podcast: Tomi Lahren, Ethan Bearman, Sheryl Sandberg, Laphonza Butler

This week, Elex hosts a debate on Trump vs. Harris, an exclusive interview with Sheryl Sandberg on a documentary about Hamas' sexual violence, and a meeting with Sen. Laphonza Butler to discuss volunteerism while preparing meals for those in need.

The Issue Is Podcast: George Gascón, Doug Emhoff, Quentin Lake

LA County GA George Gascón talks about his efforts to reform the criminal justice system. Doug Emhoff discusses his support for women in sports and Rams' Quentin Lake speaks with Elex between working out with the kids.

The Issue Is Podcast: Donald Trump, Darrell Steinberg, Brian Goldsmith

This week, Donald Trump visits California and slams the state's leadership. Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg makes a case against Prop. 36.

The Issue Is Podcast: Michael Whatley, Matt Mahan

This week, Elex is joined by RNC Chairman Mike Whatley and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan.

The Issue Is Podcast: Father Greg Boyle’s Homeboy Industries

This week, we travel to Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles for a special documentary focused on Father Greg Boyle.

The Issue Is Podcast: Democrats nominate Kamala Harris

An historic week in American politics, as Vice President Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic nomination for President. "The Issue Is" was in Chicago for it all.

The Issue Is Podcast: Nancy Pelosi

Nancy Pelosi, one of the most powerful legislators in U.S. political history, joins Elex Michaelson on "The Issue Is" for an exclusive interview.

The Issue Is Podcast: Marie Alvarado-Gil, Gavin Newsom, Brian Tyler Cohen

California Gov. Gavin Newsom takes the homeless encampment matter into his own hands – literally. A Democrat defects and progressive podcast host discusses "shameless" Republicans.

The Issue Is Podcast: Frank Luntz

This week, longtime pollster and political consultant Frank Luntz takes us on a LA-area replica of the Oval Office.

The Issue Is Podcast: Melanie Mason, Lynn Vavreck, Areva Martin

As the 2024 election is now just over 100 days away, it was another unprecedented week in American politics. Now, Kamala Harris is looking to carry the torch passed on by Joe Biden.

The Issue Is Podcast: 2024 RNC

An unprecedented week in American politics, as "The Issue Is" hits the road for the Republican National Convention.

The Issue Is Podcast: Kara Swisher

This week, Elex is joined by Kara Swisher as the legendary tech journalist discusses motherhood and her bestseller "Burn Book."

The Issue Is Podcast: Debate night analysis, Jon Favreau

This week marked one of the most consequential presidential debate in years as President Biden and former President Trump faced off in Atlanta.

The Issue Is Podcast: Nicole Shanahan

Elex Michaelson goes one-on-one with Nicole Shanahan for her first TV sit-down since being named Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s running mate.

The Issue Is Podcast: Chad Bianco, Rick Chavez Zbur, Areva Martin

This week, Elex is joined by Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur and attorney Areva Martin.

The Issue Is Podcast: Alex Padilla, Dave Rubin, Jordan Klepper

This week, Elex is joined by Senator Alex Padilla, conservative commentator Dave Rubin and comedian Jordan Klepper.