Dave Rubin on the Biggest Difference between Florida and California + Pedo Pascal’s “Hot Girl Anxiety”

In This Episode

On this episode of The Adam Carolla Show, comedian and political commentator Dave Rubin calls in to talk about the rise of artificial intelligence—starting with his own experiment to let an AI version of himself host his show for a month. Adam and Dave riff on the looming impact AI could have on jobs across all industries, before shifting focus to the challenges of living in Los Angeles under Mayor Karen Bass. Adam recounts a recent conversation with Rick Caruso about the state’s wildfire response, while Dave shares how his move from California to Florida improved his quality of life. The two also dive into the importance of good governance, self-reliance, and the satisfaction that comes from building things with your hands.

Elisha Krauss joins Adam in the studio to break down the headlines, starting with the internet’s obsession over Pedro Pascal’s so-called “hot girl anxiety.” They unpack the science behind physical touch as an anxiety-coping mechanism—and whether the internet’s criticisms hold water. Then, they react to Jay Leno’s recent comments on how modern late-night hosts risk alienating audiences by taking overt political stances. Adam weighs in on whether comedy still offers an escape from everyday life or has become yet another platform for ideological messaging. The conversation touches on authenticity, entertainment, and the shrinking space for neutrality in pop culture.

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After Kirsten Welker’s disgraceful performance in the 2020 debate, preventing Donald Trump from discussing Joe Biden’s corruption, it’s an outrage the RNC let her moderate tonight’s #GOPDebate #Debate2023 pic.twitter.com/HEw6Ii4haO

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— DeVory Darkins (@devorydarkins) July 27, 2025

Willem Dafoe should have knocked this bi-sexual serial groper for touching his wife like that. If Pedro Pascal looked like Harvey Weinstein he’d be in jail. pic.twitter.com/OvBPQJ99Wv

— Royce Lopez (@hippojuicefilm) July 27, 2025

I CANT EMBED THIS FOR SOME ReASON: https://www.tmz.com/watch/2023-03-15-031523-pedro-pascal-1581965-008/?adid=share-tw

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