James Joyce III nearly shocked the world on Election Night in Santa Barbara when he placed second, winning 7,125 votes in his bid for mayor. He finished in second, far ahead of incumbent mayor Cathy Murillo. While Joyce did not win the top spot, he showed that there was a lot of buzz and excitement around his campaign. Joyce was outspent heavily by his opponent, yet only finished 3,000 votes behind the top vote-getter Randy Rowse. In this podcast, Joyce talks about his campaign, the strategy, what worked and what didn't. He is joined by Wade Cowper, his political consultant, who talks breaks down the strategy for victory. Joyce also responds to critics who say he cost Cathy Murillo, another Democrat, the election. He also talks about Daraka Larimore-Hall, and responds to the criticisms of his candidacy. Joyce and Cowper join Josh Molina in his kitchen for a conversation unlike any other. Joyce also talks about his future in politics. Unfiltered. Uncensored. Unapologetic. If you like podcasts like, please subscribe to my You Tube Channel at Santa Barbara Talks and consider a donation directly at my www.santabarbaratalks.com web site.

Broadcast on:

07 Nov 2021