The Issue Is Podcast: Karen Bass, Dec. 2023

Karen Bass reflects on her first year in office as the Mayor of Los Angeles.

The Issue Is Podcast: Mike Murphy, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Magic Johnson

This week, a clash of personalities as California Governor Gavin Newsom and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis faced off in a highly-publicized debate on FOX News.

The Issue Is Podcast: Kevin Kiley, Brian Goldsmith, Lynn Vavreck

A historic week in California, as Governor Gavin Newsom, President Joe Biden, and the city of San Francisco welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping as part of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Conference. The summit, not without controversy, as some criticized the city for rolling out the red carpet for a leader that President Biden referred to as a "dictator."

The Issue Is Podcast: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Nov. 2023

This week, a special edition of "The Issue Is," as Elex Michaelson works out at the iconic Gold's Gym with former California Governor, Mr. Olympia, and all-around superstar Arnold Schwarzenegger.

The Issue Is Podcast: Gavin Newsom in China

This week, “The Issue is" heads to China for a very special episode. Elex Michaelson was the only local TV reporter to travel to the Middle Kingdom to document Governor Gavin Newsom’s historic week-long journey there, focused on climate.

The Issue Is Podcast: Alex Padilla, Laphonza Butler

Elex Michaelson is joined by both of California's Senators, Alex Padilla and Laphonza Butler.

The Issue Is Podcast: George Gascón, Oct. 2023

Elex sits down with George Gascón as the Los Angeles County DA discusses the zero cash bail policy, which kicked in October 1.

The Issue Is Podcast: Nancy Pelosi, Young Kim

This week, Rep. Kevin McCarthy became the first House Speaker to be ousted by his own conference. Elex sat down with Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Congresswoman Young Kim (R-CA) to get their reactions.

The Issue Is Podcast: Gavin Newsom, Sept. 2023

California Governor Gavin Newsom reacts to the second GOP Presidential debate, which took place in Simi Valley.

The Issue Is Podcast: Doug Burgum

Elex is joined in studio by North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum. Burgum, a Republican, talks energy and China policies, basketball, as well as how he plans to break-through in a primary field dominated by Former President Trump, currently leading the GOP race by a margin of more than 40 points.

The Issue Is Podcast: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Elex goes one-on-one with Democrat Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The environmental lawyer discusses his primary challenge to President Joe Biden, his thoughts on COVID, the growing immigration crisis at the U.S. Southern Border, family, misconceptions about him, and much more.

The Issue Is Podcast: Ro Khanna, Chris Matthews

Rep. Ro Khanna responds to concerns about President Biden's age. Political commentator Chris Matthews weighs in on Trump's dominance in the GOP Primary.

The Issue Is Podcast: Bob Shrum, Melanie Mason, Toni Atkins

This week on "The Issue Is," Elex Michelson is joined by the all-start political panel of legendary Democratic strategist Bob Shrum and Politico writer Melanie Mason.

The Issue Is Podcast: Vivek Ramaswamy, Bret Baier

This week on "The Issue Is," Elex Michaelson looks ahead to the 2024 Presidential election.

The Issue Is Podcast: Tony Thurmond, Katie Couric

This week on "The Issue Is," Elex Michaelson sits down with California's Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond to discuss education controversies across the state. Then, Michaelson is joined by legendary journalist Katie Couric to discuss the latest "Stand Up To Cancer" telecast, and the incredible advancements made in the fight against cancer.

The Issue Is Podcast: Jen Siebel Newsom, Alex Padilla, David Ambroz

This week on "The Issue Is," Elex Michaelson sits down with California's first partner Jen Siebel Newsom to discuss California's efforts to address childhood mental health, California Senator Alex Padilla on his legislation to help workers from heat-related injuries, and author David Ambroz on his inspiring story of overcoming homelessness and foster care.

The Issue Is Podcast: James Gallagher

Elex Michaelson is joined by State Assembly Minority Leader James Gallagher.

The Issue Is Podcast: Marianne Williamson

Democratic Presidential Candidate Marianne Williamson joins Elex in "The Issue Is."