James Talarico Reveals All (Pt 3): Fighting to Flip Tables + Take Texas, Christianity & the Country Back

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Jamie Kern Lima

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🗓️ 25 May 2026

⏱️ 41 minutes

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Do you believe an underdog can win? From his views on how to make the cost of living affordable again, to how to ensure our elections are fair, to his assessment of President Bush, President Trump, President Biden, the most hotly contested issues and even debunking the rumor he’s vegan, as he shares the “best BBQ in all of Texas,” and exactly how to unite as a country again and feel hope, regardless of how you vote, this new, part 3 with James Talarico is next-level inspiring! James is arguably the hottest rising star in US Politics Right now and this is the Worldwide Premier of Part 3 of James Talarico The Interview on The Jamie Kern Lima Show podcast! The eighth-generation Texan, former middle school teacher, and Presbyterian seminarian, is a 4-term Texas state rep Described by many as a work horse, not a show horse, after passing several bills in his state, by bringing together both democrats and republicans alike. His current U.S. Senate campaign has catapulted him into the national spotlight and sparked national debate and outrage over his fight against Christian nationalism, his vow to end corruption in politics, and exactly why his national media appearances seems to be causing so much commotion. Causing many to Draw comparisons between Talarico and some of the most inspiring icons in our country’s history. He’s one of the most requested guests this year, and I am so excited that for the rising superstar politician James Talarico is here with you and me, in person on the Jamie Kern Lima Show! James is opening up like never before…this is the Jamie Kern Lima show after all, and I have to say, it’s one of the most inspiring conversations we’ve ever had on the show! Get ready to get to know the man, behind the movement, where no questions are off limits! Where I ask ALL the questions you wrote in and want to know, from his stance on the most hotly debated issues, to whether or not he plans to run for President one day, to his personal life, love life, family, future plans for kids and more. So today, if you’re ready to leave FEELING INSPIRED…if you’re ready to IGNITE HOPE inside or you for the future of our country, even if it’s for the first time, or for the first time in a long time, this conversation is for you!!! And I am so happy you’re here and thank you for being part of the JKL Show podcast family. The intention of this show is to be a force for good and a force for love. I have guests on that might vote differently, love differently or pray differently from you and me because I believe: To heal humanity through love, we must first understand the humans who make it up! I am SO Happy you are here…no matter how you vote, you love or you pray, you belong here! You can learn more about James, his policies and how to get involved in his movement at jamestalarico.com Are You Ready to believe in YOU?🙌 jamiekernlima.com 👈 Sign up for my FREE Inspirational Newsletter and get ready for your self-worth to soar!🩷 Also, please make sure to take 2 seconds and click the “Follow” button right here on this page to follow me and the podcast, I’m so grateful and thank you SO much! ____ And whether you're joining me today for yourself or because someone that you love shared this episode with you, I want to welcome you to the Jamie Kern Lima Show podcast family. And remember this episode is not just for you and me. Please share it with every single person that you know because it can change their life too. It’s such an honor to share this podcast together with you. And please note: I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. ____ Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to Subscribe to the YouTube Channel Follow me here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Sign up for my inspirational newsletter for YOU at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ jamiekernlima.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Looking for my books on Amazon? Here they are! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WORTHY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Believe IT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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0:00.0	I feel it. I feel it in my bones that we're going to win this race.
0:05.0	And we're going to shock the world in the process.
0:08.0	Coming up to this incredible part three episode with James Tala Rico.
0:13.0	Do you believe in every ounce of your being you're going to win?
0:17.0	I do. I believe we're going to win.
0:20.0	Do you worry about our elections being fair?
0:25.8	You are a massive underdog. Yes. In this fight, how will you the underdog triumph? My life has shown me
0:36.1	always bet on the underdogs.
0:38.3	Whether it was a single mom from Laredo who fought for her baby boy, whether it was students
0:45.3	on the west side of San Antonio who overcame poverty and injustice to succeed, whether it's
0:53.3	the bills I've been able to pass in the legislature,
0:57.0	as a Democrat, in a Republican-dominated body to actually help working people, to help the underdogs
1:03.2	in the state of Texas. My life has shown me that it's a good bet to bet on the underdog.
1:08.6	James Tala Rico is arguably the hottest rising star in U.S. politics right now.
1:16.6	Do you need to run for president?
1:18.6	We need someone who's actually a good person.
1:20.6	James Toreko out of Texas.
1:23.6	Oh, that guy's good, right?
1:25.6	He's terrific.
1:26.6	Really talented. A new poll has James Tala Rico leading.
1:29.3	A little bit of hope is a dangerous thing.
1:33.3	The Eight-Generation Texan, former middle school teacher and Presbyterian Seminarian,
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