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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 1-4 p.m. on KFI AM 640.

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Becerra Wants A Mileage Tax (10/29)

2026/10/30

The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (10/29) - Xavier Becerra says everything is on the table when it comes to a mileage tax if he is elected governor. Xavier Becerra also explained one major difference between him and Newsom is that he speaks Spanish and Newsom does not. The CEO of the High-Speed Rail Authority has resigned and left the position. There is a new interim CEO of the High-Speed Rail Authority and it was the guy in charge of all of the money this entire time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Mileage Tax Is A Terrible Idea! (10/29)

2026/10/30

The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (10/29) - Steve Hilton comes on the show to talk about his opponent Xavier Becerra want to implement a mileage tax in California! More on how bad a mileage tax would be. A man from Fresno was deported but his criminal past was completely glossed over in a story written about him by CalMatters.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LA's 9-1-1 System Is Underfunded! (10/29)

2026/10/30

The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (10/29) - Candidate for LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva comes on the show to talk about a shooting near one of his events & an issue he had when he tried calling 9-1-1. More on how Xavier Becerra is no different than Gov. Gavin Newsom. Crime is down in LA because of all of the illegal immigrants that have been deported but no one wants to admit it in city government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Kobylt's Interview w/John McKinney - Candidate for LA City Attorney

2026/10/29

John's livestream interview with candidate for LA City Attorney John McKinney ahead of Election Day! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Outrageous LADWP Salaries (10/28)

2026/10/29

The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (10/28) - Jamie Paige comes on the show to talk about the outrageous salaries of a few LADWP employees. More on the highest paid workers at the LADWP. Seattle is on the socialism wave as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New LA Mayoral Race Poll (10/28)

2026/10/29

The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (10/28) - There is a new poll in the mayoral race in LA and Karen Bass has caught up to Nithya Raman. Marissa Roy cannot become the next LA City Attorney! Xavier Becerra made a rare appearance for an interview with KCRA's Ashley Zavala and was asked about the high-speed rail leadership. Julie Watts questioned high-speed rail leadership at their board meeting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Men Aren't Working As Much (10/28)

2026/10/29

The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (10/28) - Micah Reed comes on the show to talk about his $3,000+ bill from LADWP. There is a new welfare food program called "Project Foodbox". There are 7 million men who have dropped out of the workforce. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nithya Raman's LAPD Chief Criticisms (10/27)

2026/10/28

The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (10/27) - LA's murder rate is near a historic low. Nithya Raman once again spoke about her criticisms of LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell to ABC7. There are less illegal immigrant students in schools right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Outrage Over LADWP Rising Rates (10/27)

2026/10/28

The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (10/27) - Royal Oakes comes on the show to talk about the latest regarding the DOJ wanting to set aside 20,000 mail in ballots from California. More problems with the LAX People Mover. The LADWP President spoke out about customer outrage over a rise in rates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LAX People Mover Issues (10/27)

2026/10/28

The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (10/27) - Susan Shelley comes on the show to talk about the problems with LAX People Mover & Prop 43. Paper straws are worse than plastic straws. LA has the worst quality of life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ballots Found At Skid Row Homeless Shelter (10/26)

2026/10/27

The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (10/26) - Jamie Paige comes on the show to talk about hundreds of ballots being found at a homeless shelter on Skid Row. More on ballots being found at a homeless shelter on Skid Row. Gov. Newsom was rated one of the most restrictive governors in the country and says the DSA's beliefs are going to be dominant in the Democratic Party. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Issues With LAUSD (10/26)

2026/10/27

The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (10/26) - Jon Fleischman comes on the show to talk about the rise in bullying at LAUSD schools after the school police department was defunded. A lot of people are moving to Fresno. More on the billionaire tax. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Gates In Studio (10/26)

2026/10/27

The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (10/26) - Candidate for CA Attorney General Michael Gates comes on the show to talk about his campaign just over one week away from Election Day. The Metro throws off all the homeless people in Azusa and everyone is fed up. Another Kamala Harris word salad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CA Is On The Wrong Track (10/23)

2026/10/24

The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (10/23) - Royal Oakes comes on the show to talk about the DOJ suing Alaska preemptively in case the Republican candidate for Senate loses. A new polls shows just how many people think California is on the wrong track. Karen Bass is now the Republican candidate in the mayoral race here in LA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

High-Speed Rail Wasteful Spending (10/23)

2026/10/24

The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (10/23) - Kenneth Shrupp from City Journal comes on the show to talk about the California high-speed rail boondoggle. People still want high-speed rail funded. Another Kamala Harris word salad. Homeless people are reportedly selling puppies underneath a freeway underpass. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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mikee_95 2026/05/08

Label the hour of the show

Please label which hour of the show it is.

★★★★★

brmc8181 2026/01/13

The only smart journalist in LA

Grew up with NKX new radio and my dad forcing us all to listen but stopped liking his biased they are. They tend to go along with the lies of the day ...

★★★★★

Scruffy Uncle Tom 2026/01/10

Thursday 1/8/26 podcasts

Who the ***** edited these three podcasts!!!!! Did you get a middle school digital to edit these podcasts!!! I expect better from KFI

★★★★★

NoHo Kid 2025/10/12

Hour Order

I love the show, but can you please post the podcast recordings in the correct order for continuous listening. Thank you!

★★★★★

Oc2snow 2025/10/02

Just say it how it is!

I love listening to John Kobylt! He is the common sense for our state and country!

★☆☆☆☆

Curious109 2025/07/29

Regrettably Listened to Episode

I was looking for a podcast talking about the executive order against homeless people and stumbled across this one. Unfortunately, this show is just n...

★★★★★

CredibleReviews 2025/06/07

Best in LA

This show is better than ever for local Southern CA issues. The media is broken in LA, the Los Angeles Times is a leftist propaganda/advocacy outlet, ...

★★☆☆☆

Leavin’ Cali 2025/01/31

Was better with Ken

Show has gotten worse without the steady hand, organization and discipline that Ken provided. John was always good as the outraged sidekick commenting...

★★★★★

City girl 555 2024/09/08

Best Show Ever

Never miss this show. Been listening over 30 years!

★★★★★

ellen3141 2024/09/03

Listened for 10+ years

I’ve been listening to these 2 on the radio since before podcasts existed. They’re very well-informed about city politics, much more information than ...

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