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The John Kobylt Show

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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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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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English


Episodes
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Nicolás Maduro Pleads Not Guilty (01/05)

1/5/2026
The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (01/05) - John is back and ready to kick off 2026! Alex Stone comes on the show to talk about the FAA closing airspaces to help facilitate the operation that ended with the arrest of Nicolás Maduro. Detailing the event coming up on Jan. 7th in Pacific Palisades to commemorate the 1 year anniversary of the SoCal fires. More on Nicolás Maduro pleading not guilty. Tim Walz dropped out of his campaign for re-election to be Minnesota's governor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:36:23

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People Are Leaving California (01/05)

1/5/2026
The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (01/05) - Michael Monks comes on the show to talk about the special he’s hosting called “LA Fires: One Year Later” that will be airing on Jan. 7th at 7p to commemorate the 1yr anniversary of the devastating SoCal fires. Michael also talks about the trend of people leaving California. CA State Assemblyman Carl DeMaio comes on the show to talk about the voter ID initiative that he is trying to get on the ballot. NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's tenant director wants people to think of houses as collective property not individual property in an re-surfaced clip from 2018. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:58

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More SoCal Fires Cover Up (01/05)

1/5/2026
The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (01/05) - Royal Oakes comes on the show to talk about the legality of the operation that ended with the arrest of Nicolás Maduro. More on Tim Walz dropping out of his re-election campaign to be Minnesota's governor for a third time. More information comes out leading people to believe there is a massive cover up going on with the rebuilding and recovery of the SoCal fire burn areas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:33:38

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Gov. Newsom Ruined California [Best Of] (01/02)

1/2/2026
The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (01/02) - Best Of The John Kobylt Show. Katy Grimes from CaliforniaGlobe.com comes on the show to talk about how Gov. Gavin Newsom has ruined California. Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton comes on the show to talk about how California is now the #1 place for human trafficking in the world and it happened under Gov. Gavin Newsom’s watch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:33:16

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The Homeless Problem Is Out Of Control [Best Of] (01/02)

1/2/2026
The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (01/02) - Best Of The John Kobylt Show. John discusses the problems in MacArthur Park with the homeless. An update on the Cheviot Hills Mental Health Facility scandal. Ford is losing money on EVs. California has a huge budget deficit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:34:29

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High Speed Rail Lawsuit Dropped [Best Of] (01/02)

1/2/2026
The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (01/02) - Best Of The John Kobylt Show. Gov. Gavin Newsom dropped his lawsuit against the Trump administration regarding high-speed rail in California. What is worse in California, speeding or vehicular manslaughter? David Goldblum comes on the show to talk about his documentary “Big Rock Burning”. An investigation stated that oil companies are not price gouging consumers at the gas pump but California’s high taxes and regulations are the cause of high gas prices in the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:34:06

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Multiple Palisades Fire Lawsuits [Best Of] (01/01)

1/1/2026
The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (01/01) - Best Of The John Kobylt Show. Attorney Mark Geragos comes on the show to talk about a new lawsuit he has filed on behalf of a Palisades Fire victim. A UCLA study says that the reservoir being full would not have made a difference in fighting the Palisades Fire. Attorney Roger Behle comes on the show to talk about the latest going on with the lawsuit he filed on behalf of Palisades Fire victims and why the state of California wanted to protect the milk vetch plant over homes in the Palisades. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:35:37

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Palisades Fire Recovery & Rebuilding Debacle [Best Of] (01/01)

1/1/2026
The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (01/01) - Best Of The John Kobylt Show. Attorney and Pacific Palisades resident Saied Kashani comes on the show to talk about the latest going on with the Palisades Fire recovery and rebuilding fiasco. Spencer Pratt went after Mayor Karen Bass in a social media video. Jon Fleischman comes on the show to talk about the Capitol Annex Project in Sacramento. CA's problems are all Gov. Newsom's fault. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:34:51

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Gov. Gavin Newsom Is A Total Failure [Best Of] (01/01)

1/1/2026
The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (01/01) - Best Of The John Kobylt Show. Gov. Gavin Newsom is a failure. There was a terrorist plot that was planned for New Years that has been thwarted by the FBI. Gov. Gavin Newsom admitted he didn't know where the $24 billion dollars meant for homeless resources went. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:34:09

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Subsidies Are About to Come to An End in 2026 (12/31)

12/31/2025
The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (12/31) - Lou Penrose fills in for John. Millions of Americans brace for healthcare premiums to skyrocket beginning tomorrow. Ben Siegel, ABC News Deputy Political Director joins the show. Lou says GOP should hand it to Dems to solve. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:34:21

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Refugees Are Upset (12/31)

12/31/2025
The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (12/31) - Lou Penrose fills in for John. Federal drone ban over Chinese technology impacting police and firefighters. Alex Stone, ABC News Correspondent, joins the show. The Somali fraud story expands to Philly and Seattle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:35:56

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There Is So Much to Do (12/31)

12/31/2025
The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (12/31) - Lou Penrose fills in for John. Michael Monks joins the show to preview KFI News Special "LA Fires: One Year Later". Lou's dating advice for single women. New E-bike laws for 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:32:42

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Minnesota Somali Fraud Scam Goes Viral (12/30)

12/30/2025
The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (12/30) - Lou Penrose fills in for John. More on the Minnesota fraud scandal that has gone viral. Mary Kekatos comes on the show to talk about the CDC flu report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:34:04

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Investors Buying Lots In Burn Areas (12/30)

12/30/2025
The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (12/30) - Lou Penrose fills in for John. Michael Monks comes on the show to talk about a report by RedFin about investors buying vacant lots in burn areas in SoCal. More on a report by RedFin about investors buying vacant lots in burn areas in SoCal. Lou had a problem with a kitchen appliance that he bought that was made in China. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:36:18

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"Billionaire Tax" Proposal (12/30)

12/30/2025
The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (12/30) - Lou Penrose fills in for John. Denise Gitsham comes on the show to talk about the proposed "Billionaire Tax" that could be on the ballot in California. More on the proposed "Billionaire Tax" that could be on the ballot in California. It's a new world and there is no going back. How does an asylum seeker qualify for asylum? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:08

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Ukraine Again?! (12/29)

12/29/2025
The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (12/29) - Lou Penrose fills in for John. Volodymyr Zelenskyy was at the White House again and Lou is fed up with it. Max Rego from The Hill comes on the show to talk about this meeting between Pres. Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Should the US keep being the "world police"? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:39:50

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Somali Fraud In Minnesota Goes Viral (12/29)

12/29/2025
The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (12/29) - Lou Penrose fills in for John. Joe Khalil from NewsNation comes on the show to talk about the latest going on with the fraud in Minnesota under Gov. Tim Walz's watch. More on the fraud in Minnesota. Who is going to replace Nancy Pelosi in Congress? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:47

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Newsom Drops High Speed Rail Lawsuit (12/29)

12/29/2025
The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (12/29) - Lou Penrose fills in for John. Congressman Kevin Kiley comes on the show to talk about Gov. Gavin Newsom dropping his lawsuit regarding federal funding for CA's high speed rail. Lou says that the economy is doing well. What's this billionaire tax in California? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:36:05

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John Fills In On The Clay & Buck Show! (12/29)

12/29/2025
Hour 1 of John filling in for Clay Travis & Buck Sexton on the Clay & Buck Show! Hour 1 of today’s Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show, guest-hosted by John Kobylt from KFI Los Angeles, delivers an unfiltered deep dive into California’s ongoing crisis and the political future of Governor Gavin Newsom, who is widely viewed as the leading Democratic contender for the 2028 presidential race. Kobylt paints a vivid picture of California’s decline, describing how once-idyllic cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Santa Monica have become plagued by homelessness, rampant drug addiction, and untreated mental illness. He explains how Newsom’s “Housing First” policy has failed, pouring billions into housing projects without addressing root causes like addiction and psychiatric care, while corruption siphons off much of the funding. Kobylt also highlights California’s one-party rule, noting decades of Democratic dominance and the absence of meaningful opposition, which has led to unchecked policies and severe COVID lockdowns. He warns listeners about Newsom’s character, illustrating his tendency to lie and shift narratives through a detailed account of the Palisades Fire disaster. Kobylt recounts how Newsom falsely claimed to be on the phone with President Joe Biden during a confrontation with a distraught mother, later changing his story multiple times. The segment exposes further mismanagement, including state interference that allowed a small fire to reignite into a massive blaze—all to protect an endangered plant species—resulting in thousands of homes destroyed. The hour closes with Kobylt’s personal experience during the fire, describing a complete breakdown of public services that forced residents to hire armed security for protection. He underscores California’s skyrocketing gas prices—averaging $4.29 per gallon compared to $2.23 in Oklahoma—driven by climate-change-driven tax policies that disproportionately hurt working families. Kobylt promises more revelations in Hour 2, including an interview with Katie Grimes of California Globe to discuss Newsom’s national ambitions and the systemic corruption behind California’s decline. Key Topics Covered in Hour 1: • Gavin Newsom’s rise as the top Democratic candidate for 2028 • California’s homelessness crisis and failed “Housing First” policy • Rampant drug addiction and untreated mental illness in major cities • One-party rule and lack of accountability in California politics • The Palisades Fire scandal: lies, mismanagement, and environmental policy failures • Personal account of lawlessness and survival during the fire • California’s highest-in-the-nation gas prices and climate tax burdens This hour is a must-listen for anyone tracking Gavin Newsom’s political trajectory, California’s progressive policies, and their real-world consequences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:33:34

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John Guest Hosting The Clay & Buck Show! (12/29)

12/29/2025
Hour 2 of John filling in for Clay Travis & Buck Sexton on the Clay & Buck Show! Hour 2 of The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show dives deep into California politics and the national implications of Governor Gavin Newsom’s record as he positions himself as a leading Democratic presidential contender. Guest host John Kobylt from KFI Los Angeles warns listeners about Newsom’s policies and their disastrous impact on California. Joining the conversation is veteran journalist Katy Grimes from CaliforniaGlobe.com, who has chronicled Newsom’s tenure for years. This hour exposes massive government waste and corruption scandals, including: Billions lost in homelessness programs: At least $24–$37 billion vanished into nonprofits and NGOs with little accountability, while homelessness worsened. High-speed rail boondoggle: A project sold to voters as a $33 billion statewide bullet train now sits unfinished after 18 years and $17 billion spent—with no track laid and costs projected to soar past $130 billion. COVID-era unemployment fraud: Over $32 billion in taxpayer money was stolen through lax oversight, with funds even reaching death row inmates and overseas scammers. Former California labor chief Julie Su, tied to the scandal, later became Biden’s Acting Labor Secretary. Failed progressive mandates: Newsom’s electric vehicle mandate and climate-change-driven gas taxes have driven fuel prices sky-high (averaging $4.29 in California vs. $1.93 in Oklahoma), while the state lacks the infrastructure to support EV adoption. Katy Grimes also highlights California’s Democratic supermajority, media complicity, and why Newsom has never faced tough scrutiny at home—something that will change on the national stage. The discussion revisits his debate meltdown against Ron DeSantis, predicting similar outcomes if he faces GOP contenders like JD Vance or Marco Rubio. Listeners also hear personal stories illustrating California’s decline: skyrocketing crime, homelessness, and quality-of-life deterioration driving residents to flee the state. John Kobylt underscores how progressive policies have “disemboweled” California, turning paradise into chaos. Key SEO topics covered in Hour 2: Gavin Newsom presidential ambitions, California homelessness crisis, high-speed rail failure, unemployment fraud scandal, Julie Su controversy, electric car mandate, climate tax impact on gas prices, progressive policy failures, California exodus, Ron DeSantis vs. Newsom debate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:33:41