Adam Carolla Show Adam Carolla vs. Gavin Newsom Full Interview - 2013
Aug 14, 2025
In a revealing conversation, Gavin Newsom, California's governor, discusses the state's pressing issues from a decade ago. He shares insights on homelessness and traffic gridlock, emphasizing the need for government accountability. The talk touches on personal responsibility vs. regulation, particularly through seatbelt laws, and critiques bureaucratic inefficiencies that stifle business growth. Newsom also engages in broader political discussions, considering electoral dynamics and the interplay of race and poverty in modern society. It's a candid and thought-provoking dialogue on governance and public responsibility.
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Mop Sink That Sparked A Political Career
- Gavin Newsom tells how a health inspector forced a useless mop sink into his first wine store and it remained unused for 20 years.
- That experience sparked his anger at bureaucracy and led him into politics to change city hall.
Dishwasher Breather Versus Practicality
- Adam Carolla shares a personal fight with an inspector over a dishwasher breather and how he tricked approval then removed it afterward.
- He uses the story to illustrate petty red tape and inspector overreach in construction.
Government Lacks Customer-Centric Competition
- Gavin argues government interactions feel dehumanizing compared with private sector customer service.
- He says applying transparency and competition can change incentives and improve performance.
