James Talarico The Interview: Fighting to Flip Tables + Take Texas, Christianity & the Country Back

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Jamie Kern Lima

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🗓️ 14 May 2026

⏱️ 95 minutes

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James Talarico is arguably the hottest rising star in US Politics Right now and this is the Worldwide Premiere of James Talarico 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 FIRST TIME EVER, 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! ___ 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	This is the worldwide premiere of James Calerico on the Jamie Kern-Lima show.
0:06.1	You're not going to believe this, but...
0:08.0	I've never heard you share that before. I've never heard you talk about this, and that's a big thing to say.
0:15.5	James Calerico is arguably the hottest rising star in U.S. politics right now.
0:21.6	Do you need to run for president?
0:23.6	We need someone who's actually a good person.
0:25.6	James Tarrico out of Texas.
0:28.6	Oh, that guy's good, right?
0:29.6	He's terrific.
0:30.6	Really talented.
0:32.6	A new poll has James Talarico leading.
0:34.6	A little bit of hope is a dangerous thing. A little bit of hope is a dangerous thing.
0:42.3	The Eighth Generation Texan, former middle school teacher and Presbyterian Seminarian,
0:49.3	is a four-term Texas state rep described by many as a workhorse, not a show horse, after
0:55.9	passing several bills in his state by bringing together both Democrats and Republicans alike.
1:03.3	Whether you're a little more progressive or a little more conservative, whether you like
1:06.2	Democrats or like Republicans, we're all getting screwed.
1:09.6	None of us can afford our housing. None of us can afford child care. None of us can afford our housing.
1:11.9	None of us can afford child care.
1:13.5	None of us can afford our prescription drugs.
1:15.8	None of us can afford to put our kids through college.
1:18.9	The only minority destroying America is the billionaires.
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