The Culture War Podcast with Tim Pool

California WILL SECEDE, Sparking CIVIL WAR Says USCB Professor

Jul 7, 2025
A political expert raises alarms about California possibly seceding, revealing growing tensions with the federal government. They discuss the dire implications, including potential civil unrest. The clash between traditional American values and the immigrant experience adds another layer to the debate. Historical parallels to past conflicts highlight America’s deepening ideological divisions. The conversation underscores the urgent need for dialogue to navigate this polarization and avoid descent into chaos.
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California Secession Warning

  • Political economist Benjamin Cohen warns California might secede by 2035 amid federal tensions.
  • This secession could provoke armed conflict, highlighting risks of U.S. political polarization.
ANECDOTE

Decline of Community Baseball

  • Tim Pool reminisces about playing baseball in parks full of multiple games during his childhood.
  • He notes those parks are now overgrown, reflecting a decline in traditional community pastimes.
INSIGHT

Immigration as Cultural Flashpoint

  • Immigration is viewed as a cultural and legal challenge dividing Americans.
  • Some argue illegal immigration threatens traditional American identity and law enforcement's role.
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