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John and Ken have been on KFI for over thirty years and with Ken's recent retirement John now takes the show solo. John Kobylt digs into the news to uncover the real story hidden below the headlines. John regularly exposes liars and “spokesholes”  while providing blunt, fast paced analysis of the latest news. Whether getting up to the minute information from reporters on scene, newsmakers that have the inside story,  or contributors to the program, John Kobylt covers it all from crime, local politics, corruption, business, social issues, and more.  John Kobylt can be heard LIVE Monday-Friday 3-6 p.m. on KFI AM 640.

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  • Yesterday · 29 min

    SCOTUS Sides With Trump On Non-Citizen Voting (09/25)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (09/25) - Sam Shane fills in for John. Updates on Hurricane Polo and SCOTUS sides with Trump on non-citizen voting. There is a new poll in the California gubernatorial race. Pres. Obama says that we need more town squares to have dialogue. SpaceX is doing a launch next week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Yesterday · 30 min

    California's Shadow Welfare System For Illegal Immigrants (09/25)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (09/25) - Sam Shane fills in for John. Kenneth Schrupp comes on the show to talk about California's shadow welfare system for illegal immigrants. Newsom spoke about the Paramount/Warner merger. Disney could be having more layoffs. A lot of people have thoughts on flock cameras. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Yesterday · 30 min

    CA's High Cost Of Living (09/25)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (09/25) - Sam Shane fills in for John. A survey said that single moms have a tough time in California. Bernie Sanders had an exchange Dr. Heidi Overton about if universal healthcare is a human right . Tesla is starting production on their electric semi-truck. Today was Dolly Parton Day in California. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Friday · 28 min

    Newsom Addressed The UN (09/24)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (09/27) - Sam Shane fills in for John. A guy called the cops on a homeless man in his neighborhood but the guy who called the cops was arrested not the homeless guy. Gov. Newsom addressed the UN. Gas prices are ridiculously high. Senator Kennedy doesn't trust Iran or China. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Friday · 29 min

    Press Pass Restored (09/24)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (09/24) - Sam Shane fills in for John. Royal Oakes comes on the show to talk about a judge ordering the press passes for CNN, Politico & MS Now be restored. Starbucks is closing over 200 stores. The President of Argentina addressed the UN and was very critical. There is another storm in the Pacific Ocean. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Friday · 29 min

    Mayor Bass Says CA Governor Race Is Over (09/24)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (09/24) - Sam Shane fills in for John. Mayor Karen Bass says that the gubernatorial race in California is over. More on the press passes for Politico, CNN and MS Now being restored. We are drinking less alcohol. HHS Sec. RFK Jr. says fraudsters were allowed to thrive thanks to the Biden Administration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Thursday · 31 min

    Best Of - Mayor Bass Resigns From LAHSA Board (09/23)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (09/23) - The Best Of The John Kobylt Show. The CEO of Dunlop Tires North America Darren Thomas comes on the show to talk about the new tire regulations coming to California. LA County Sheriff Robert Luna's jails are under investigation. Update on the fire truck that crashed into a plane in New York City. Mayor Bass is resigning from the LAHSA board. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Thursday · 31 min

    Best Of - $2B For Buses?! (09/23)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (09/23) - The Best Of The John Kobylt Show. Susan Shelley comes on the show to talk about the CHP security for California politicians even after they leave office. The city of LA is asking the federal government for $2 billion dollars for buses for the Olympics. The Mayor of Santa Ana Valerie Amezcua comes on the show to talk about her city's homeless policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Thursday · 31 min

    Best Of - Lindsey Clancy Mistrial (09/23)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (09/23) - The Best Of The John Kobylt Show. Defense attorney Lou Shapiro comes on the show to talk about the Lindsey Clancy mistrial. A Vegas high-speed rail is asking for a federal bail out. An Orange County mom was arrested for stealing $411,000 from a high school football team. What is surveillance pricing? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • September 19 · 29 min

    California’s Ballot, Bonta’s Race & the Taxpayer Fraud Pipeline

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (09/18) Carl DeMaio fills in for John Kobylt as California gears up to mail ballots for the midterm elections. Carl is joined by CA Attorney General candidate MichaelGates to discuss Proposition 39 and Rob Bonta’s campaign. Plus, Carl breaks down how fraudsters exploit taxpayers—and the latest federal charges against L.A.-area homeless nonprofits accused of misusing millions in taxpayer dollars. The conversation continues with what must change to finally crack down onfraud and protect California taxpayers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • September 19 · 31 min

    Prop 39, $10 Million in Alleged Fraud & California’s Energy Crisis

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (09/18) Carl DeMaio breaks down his case for a YES vote on Prop 39, including the voter-ID incentive at the heart of his argument. Plus, federal prosecutors charge 12 people in an alleged home daycare fraud scheme involving nearly $10 million in taxpayer-funded benefits. Carl also revisits independent journalist Nick Shirley’s investigation into alleged fraud involving L.A. County hospice care—and the latest developments following his return to Los Angeles. Then, California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton joins Carl to discuss his proposal to break up PG&E’s monopoly and overhaul state energy regulations, with the goal of lowering electric bills and gas prices for Californians. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • September 19 · 28 min

    California’s Cost-of-Living Crisis, Skyrocketing Power Bills & the Natural Gas Appliance Act

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (09/18) Carl DeMaio explains why California voters should pay close attention to their official voter’s guide handbook before casting a ballot—and breaks down the growing cost of living across the state. Carl continues examining California’s electricity costs, including claims that residents are paying dramatically higher power bills, and explains the Natural Gas Appliance Act and what it could mean for consumers. Plus, Gracey Van Der Mark, candidate for State Assembly, joins Carl to discuss her campaign, the struggles that shaped her journey, and the major moves she’s making today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • September 18 · 29 min

    Reform California (09/17)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (09/17) - CA State Assemblyman Carl De Maio fills in for John and talks with ABC7's ALex Stone about Tuesday's helicopter and bus tragedy in Chatsworth. Carl also talks about the push for Prop 39. Carl discusses his grassroots movement Reform California, asking republicans to talk with other republicans about voting in the midterm elections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • September 18 · 31 min

    Prop 39 Initiative (09/17)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (09/17) - CA State Assemblyman Carl De Maio fills in for John to talk about the upcoming Prop 39 initiative on the ballot this November in California. Carl plays the YES and NO to Prop 39 commercials and explains the differences in the positions. Carl talks to California State Controller Candidate Herb Morgan about balancing the books in CA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • September 18 · 29 min

    They Will Dig Up Your Gold (09/17)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (09/17) - CA State Assemblyman Carl De Maio fills in for John to talk about upcoming propositions on the November ballot. Carl is urging voters to be aware of the Milage Tax proposition. Carl explains all the new taxes the current administration is trying to push onto the voters this upcoming election. Carl wants to Stop copycat Stop Nick Shirley Acts from popping up around the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • September 17 · 31 min

    NBC4 Chopper Tragedy (09/16)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (09/16) - Filling in for John Kobylt, Sam Shane of KFBK News takes on the tragic Chatsworth helicopter crash involving an NBC4/Telemundo chopper, with NBC4 reporter Conan Nolan discussing the loss of his colleagues and KFI’s Will Kohlschreiber breaking down the aviation accident. Plus, HUD Secretary Scott Turner reveals a $75 million fraud allegation involving LAHSA, and Governor Newsom admits he regrets closing California public schools during COVID. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • September 17 · 32 min

    Bass Under Congressional Scrutiny (09/16)

    The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (09/16) - Sam Shane fills in for John Kobylt as a House subcommittee investigates alleged waste and fraud in Los Angeles’ homelessness system, with Mayor Karen Bass invited to testify before the panel chaired by Rep. Tim Burchett. Plus, a tense Capitol Hill exchange involving Rep. Brandon Gill and a reporter, Senator Rand Paul’s claims about widespread welfare fraud, Kamala Harris’s upcoming Michigan appearance, and Duke Energy CEO Harry Sideris’s comments challenging claims that AI data centers will drive up electricity bills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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