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Political Breakdown
Join hosts Scott Shafer and Marisa Lagos as they unpack the day in politics with a California perspective. Featuring interviews with reporters and other insiders involved in the craft of politics—including elected officials, candidates, pollsters, campaign managers, fundraisers, and other political players—Political Breakdown pulls back the curtain to offer an insider’s glimpse at how politics works today.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.5 stars from 168 ratings
Love this pod. Thanks, KQED
Fantastic podcast. Keep up the good work!
SophieSSH via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/02/24
Need more diverse opinions
The guests are all agreeing with each other. This doesn’t help anyone and convince no one.
minimouser via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/28/24
More California please
The interview about identity groups for Harris was deeply un-illuminating. Love when you keep it focused on state politics. Please, give us more smart guests talking about California. There are other podcasts that do national political news.
NY1235at via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/07/24
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