On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with journalist and commentator Joel Pollak, the opinion editor of the newly launched California Post. Pollak explains the mission behind the new publication and why its founders believe there is a large, underserved audience in California looking for a different perspective on politics, culture, and daily life in the Golden State.

The conversation dives into the current state of California politics, including Governor Gavin Newsom’s policies, the state’s growing fiscal challenges, and controversial legislation affecting local governments and school districts. Pollak shares why he believes California is at a crossroads—and why he’s still investing his time and energy into helping shape its future.

Pollak also reflects on a transformative personal experience during the Palisades fire that reshaped his outlook on community, politics, and rebuilding California. The discussion broadens into culture, family life, and what it takes to stay optimistic in uncertain times.

To close the show, Pollak shares practical advice for improving your life—from the importance of daily exercise and boxing workouts to keeping a daily journal to clear your mind and unlock creativity.

Topics covered in this episode include:


The launch and mission of the California Post


The political and cultural battles shaping California today


Gavin Newsom’s policies and their long-term impact on the state


The Palisades fire and how it changed Pollak’s perspective


Why community rebuilding matters more than national politics


Life advice: exercise, journaling, and building a meaningful life

If you’re interested in the future of California, media, politics, and personal growth, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with journalist and commentator Joel Pollak, the opinion editor of the newly launched <a href="https://nypost.com/ca/">California Post</a>. Pollak explains the mission behind the new publication and why its founders believe there is a large, underserved audience in California looking for a different perspective on politics, culture, and daily life in the Golden State.
The conversation dives into the current state of California politics, including Governor Gavin Newsom&rsquo;s policies, the state&rsquo;s growing fiscal challenges, and controversial legislation affecting local governments and school districts. Pollak shares why he believes California is at a crossroads&mdash;and why he&rsquo;s still investing his time and energy into helping shape its future.
Pollak also reflects on a transformative personal experience during the Palisades fire that reshaped his outlook on community, politics, and rebuilding California. The discussion broadens into culture, family life, and what it takes to stay optimistic in uncertain times.
To close the show, Pollak shares practical advice for improving your life&mdash;from the importance of daily exercise and boxing workouts to keeping a daily journal to clear your mind and unlock creativity.
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Hosted by New York Post and Fox News columnist, and co-author of the best-selling book, “Stolen Youth,” The Karol Markowicz Podcast expands on the topics that drove Karol’s most popular columns and conversations, namely, the cultural and social issues that affect us all. What's marriage really like? Why are we lied to about what it's like to have children? What does it mean to succeed in your career? In each episode, Markowicz aims to find real answers to the deep questions that really matter, while taking listener questions and welcoming some of the biggest names in news, politics and entertainment for candid conversations. Get ready to lean in and listen! Subscribe now to The Karol Markowicz Show - new episodes post every Wednesday and Friday on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted by New York Post and Fox News columnist, and co-author of the best-selling book, &ldquo;Stolen Youth,&rdquo; The Karol Markowicz Podcast expands on the topics that drove Karol&rsquo;s most popular columns and conversations, namely, the cultural and social issues that affect us all. What's marriage really like? Why are we lied to about what it's like to have children? What does it mean to succeed in your career? In each episode, Markowicz aims to find real answers to the deep questions that really matter, while taking listener questions and welcoming some of the biggest names in news, politics and entertainment for candid conversations. Get ready to lean in and listen! Subscribe now to The Karol Markowicz Show - new episodes post every Wednesday and Friday on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

The Karol Markowicz Show

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with journalist and commentator Joel Pollak, the opinion editor of the newly launched California Post. Pollak explains the mission behind the new publication and why its founders believe there is a large, underserved audience in California looking for a different perspective on politics, culture, and daily life in the Golden State.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Joel Pollak on the California Post, Newsom’s Policies, and the Fight for California’s Future

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