The Riley Gaines Show

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  Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham, and the WNBA’s Star Problem 24.07.2026 24p

  Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham are giving the WNBA exactly what every league says it wants: attention, rivalry, ratings, personality, memes, and real fan emotion. So why does the league keep looking uncomfortable with the very energy that is making people watch? On this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley breaks down Clark’s return to elite form, the Fever’s surge, the technical foul controversy, and Sophie Cunningham pushing back on the “enforcer” label. This is not about painting Caitlin Clark as a victim. It is about a bigger question for women’s sports: can the WNBA embrace stars who are intense, competitive, physical, marketable, and unapologetically themselves? From officiating debates to viral moments the league seems hesitant to monetize, Riley argues that women’s sports do not grow by sanitizing rivalry. They grow when athletes are allowed to have edge, personality, loyalty, toughness, and a point of view. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Lara Trump on Faith, Family, Fitness, and Raising Kids Without Screens | The Riley Gaines Show 21.07.2026 43p

  Lara Trump joins Riley Gaines for a wide-ranging conversation on faith, family, fitness, parenting, marriage, and life in the Trump family. Lara shares her approach to staying disciplined with workouts, prioritizing protein, training for triathlons, and using cold plunges as a mental toughness practice. She also opens up about raising kids without devices, teaching faith at home, keeping marriage strong through weekly date nights, and how prayer guides her before major moments in media and public life. Riley and Lara also discuss the World Cup, President Trump, the assassination attempt in Butler, Charlie Kirk conspiracy theories, and why faith can provide strength in moments of grief and uncertainty. This episode is about discipline, motherhood, courage, and building a life rooted in faith, family, and personal responsibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Brilyn Hollyhand on Charlie Kirk’s Legacy, Gen Z Conservatives & Making America Talk Again 17.07.2026 39p

  Brilyn Hollyhand joins The Riley Gaines Show for a timely conversation on faith, politics, Gen Z, and the future of open debate in America. Brilyn shares how he first got involved in politics as a young student, the influence Charlie Kirk had on his life, and why Charlie’s legacy continues to shape his campus work and new book, Make America Talk Again. Riley and Brilyn discuss the challenges young conservatives and Christians face on college campuses, the rise of self-censorship among students, socialism’s appeal to younger voters, and why families, faith, and honest conversation matter more than ever. Brilyn also opens up about his college plans, choosing a different path, and why he believes Gen Z has a larger role to play in America’s future. Listen for a conversation about: Charlie Kirk’s legacy, Gen Z conservatism, campus debate, faith in politics, socialism, free speech, and Brilyn Hollyhand’s Make America Talk Again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Link Lauren on Socialism, Pop Culture Politics & Why Conservatives Need a Better Message 14.07.2026 40p

  Link Lauren joins The Riley Gaines Show for a wide-ranging conversation on the intersection of pop culture, politics, and persuasion. Riley and Link discuss why political fatigue is real, how pop culture can reach audiences that hard news often misses, and why the rise of Democratic Socialists of America should not be dismissed outright. They dig into young voters’ concerns about affordability, housing, healthcare, and the economy — and why conservatives need to offer a hopeful, practical alternative if they want to win in 2028. They also cover celebrity activism, Olivia Rodrigo’s voter registration push, the politics of identity and victimhood, the viral “looksmaxing” culture online, and why authenticity may be becoming the new status symbol. Follow The Riley Gaines Show for conversations on culture, politics, women’s sports, and the fight to protect common sense in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Chloe Cole Says Doctors Abandoned Her After Detransition | The Riley Gaines Show 10.07.2026 35p

  Riley Gaines sits down with Chloe Cole, one of the most prominent detransition advocates in the country, to discuss her experience with puberty blockers, testosterone, surgery as a minor, and her decision to detransition. Chloe shares why she believes children cannot give informed consent to life-altering medical interventions, what happened when she sought help from the doctors who treated her, and why she is now pursuing legal action against Kaiser Permanente. Riley and Chloe also discuss Planned Parenthood’s role in gender medicine, the state of campus free speech, the backlash faced by women who speak about biological reality, and Chloe’s evolving Christian faith. This conversation covers detransition, gender ideology, medical ethics, parental rights, faith, and the cultural fight over truth, childhood, and womanhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Rep. Kat Cammack on the Fight to Protect “Mother” and “Father” | The Riley Gaines Show 07.07.2026 35p

  Rep. Kat Cammack joins Riley Gaines to discuss New York’s push to replace words like “mother” and “father” with terms like “gestating parent” and “non-gestating parent” in state law — and why she believes this is part of a much larger fight over women, family, and biological reality. Cammack and Riley connect the debate over motherhood to the same ideology behind men in women’s sports, “chest feeder” language, and efforts to redefine womanhood in schools, medicine, and government. They also discuss adoption, the nuclear family, the rise of socialism and communism in American politics, and why so many families are fleeing blue states for places like Florida and Tennessee. Later, Cammack shares her personal story of surviving a life-threatening ectopic pregnancy, the confusion she says was created by abortion-related misinformation, and why she believes conservatives must reclaim the conversation around women’s healthcare. This episode covers motherhood, women’s rights, family law, abortion narratives, socialism, President Trump, and what it means to protect the next generation of American girls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  What's Next For Women's Sports? LIVE From America 250 | The Riley Gaines Show 03.07.2026 26p

  Riley Gaines sits down with Congressman John McGuire in Washington, D.C. to discuss President Trump, the FAFO bill, the Riley Gaines Act, women’s sports, the SAVE Act, socialism, faith, family, and the fight for America’s future. Rep. McGuire shares what Trump is like behind closed doors, why he believes 2026 is a “common sense vs. crazy” election, and how new legislation could protect women, first responders, young homebuyers, and election integrity. They discuss Rep. McGuire’s recent dinner with President Trump, the “one big, beautiful bill,” political violence, Charlie Kirk’s influence, the rise of socialism, the Riley Gaines Act, protecting women’s sports, the American Dream Act, marriage penalties in welfare programs, faith in public service, and what Republicans must do heading into 2026. Rep. McGuire also explains his FAFO bill — Felony Accountability for Federal Obstruction — aimed at holding violent protesters accountable when they block roads, interfere with law enforcement, or stop first responders from doing their jobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  EMERGENCY POD: Riley Gaines Reacts to BLOCKBUSTER SCOTUS Ruling! 01.07.2026 32p

  The Supreme Court just handed female athletes a historic landmark victory! Riley Gaines breaks down the massive 9-0 SCOTUS ruling protecting Title IX and women’s sports. In this special, urgent episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley celebrates a monumental win for common sense and biological reality. Following a landmark Supreme Court decision addressing state laws in Idaho and West Virginia, the highest court in the land has officially ruled that sex under Title IX means biological sex—not a subjective identity. Riley dives deep into the legal nuances, explaining the unanimous 9-0 vote on Title IX and the 6-3 split on the Equal Protection Clause. But the fight doesn't stop here. Riley exposes the rhetorical responses from politicians like Elizabeth Warren, targets the media gaslighting from outlets like ESPN, and outlines the crucial next steps needed in Congress to permanently codify these protections. Find out what this means for the future of female sports, why your zip code still dictates athletic fairness, and how we must keep pushing to protect the next generation of girls. 🏊‍♀️ DON'T GET LAPPED! FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS X: @RileyGainesShow FB: @RileyGainesShow IG: @RileyGainesShow TikTok: @RileyGainesShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Amir Odom on Leaving the LGBTQ Movement, Identity Politics, and Keeping Life Private | The Riley Gaines Show 30.06.2026 39p

  YouTuber and commentator Amir Odom joins Riley Gaines for a wide-ranging conversation on identity politics, the modern LGBTQ movement, BLM, political homelessness, and what it means to speak freely in a culture that often demands ideological conformity. Amir shares his perspective as a Black gay man who describes himself as center-right and politically homeless, explaining why he believes many people are pressured into boxes based on race, sexuality, or political identity. Riley and Amir also discuss the backlash faced by people who dissent from progressive orthodoxy, parasocial relationships between creators and followers, why Amir keeps his personal life private, and his most controversial food take: cookies dipped in water. This episode covers LGBTQ politics, Black voters, cultural division, online influence, privacy, and the importance of independent thought. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Why Preventive Health Testing Is Changing the Future of Care | The Riley Gaines Show 26.06.2026 39p

  America often treats sickness after it appears — but what would it look like to catch problems earlier and invest in long-term health before symptoms start? In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley sits down with Talaya Frazier of Medici to discuss executive health assessments, full-body testing, cancer screening, bone density, cardiovascular health, DNA testing, peptides, inflammation, and the future of root-cause medicine. Riley also shares what she and her husband learned from their own Medici assessments, including unexpected findings around bone density, posture, and gallbladder health. Talaya explains how Medici uses advanced testing, physician time, and a full clinical team to help clients better understand their health, improve longevity, and pursue a more vibrant life. They also discuss the role of faith, stress, family, motherhood, and spiritual health in living well for decades to come. New episodes of The Riley Gaines Show release every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m. ET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Ballerina Farm, Emily Ratajkowski, and the Motherhood Myth Sold to Young Women | The Riley Gaines Show 23.06.2026 33p

  Over the weekend, two very different stories about womanhood and motherhood went viral: Emily Ratajkowski’s raw reflections on birth, divorce, sexuality, and single motherhood, and the continued cultural debate around Hannah Neeleman of Ballerina Farm, a mother of nine, entrepreneur, and homemaker. In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley breaks down what these two women represent in today’s conversation about feminism, family, identity, and fulfillment. Why is one version of female “agency” often praised, while another is dismissed as regressive or performative? And what message does that send to young women trying to understand marriage, motherhood, career, faith, and purpose? Riley explores the contrast between a life centered on self-definition and one rooted in family, sacrifice, legacy, and contentment — and asks the bigger question: what are we teaching young women to value most? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Christian Athletes Are Done Staying Silent | The Riley Gaines Show 19.06.2026 33p

  Steve Eubanks joins The Riley Gaines Show to discuss the growing Christian revival inside American sports — from college softball players boldly sharing their faith, to NFL, MLB, NBA, and golf stars using their platforms to talk about Christ. Riley and Steve dive into why the COVID era changed athletes, how media outlets treat Christian and conservative viewpoints, why softball has become such a powerful example of public faith, and why sports gambling may be one of the biggest threats to the integrity of athletics today. Steve also discusses his book Godball, the rise of outspoken Christian athletes, and why sports may be one of the last true meritocracies in American culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Jennifer Sey on Title IX, Nike, and the Future of Women’s Sports 16.06.2026 30p

  Riley Gaines is joined by Jennifer Sey, founder of XX-XY Athletics, for a timely conversation about women’s sports, Title IX, and the Supreme Court cases that could shape whether states may keep sex-based athletic protections in place. Riley and Jennifer break down what Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J. could mean for female athletes, why a favorable ruling may still leave major state-by-state battles ahead, and how cultural pressure affects athletes, brands, and public figures. They also discuss Nike’s history with female athletes, the role of male and female sports leaders in speaking out, and why Jennifer believes brands can help shift the conversation. Plus, Jennifer shares what gives her hope, what’s next for XX-XY Athletics, and why the fight for women’s sports continues beyond the courtroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Nick Sortor Breaks Down the Austin Metcalf Trial | The Riley Gaines Show 12.06.2026 36p

  Independent journalist Nick Sortor joins Riley Gaines to break down the Austin Metcalf case, the Karmelo Anthony trial, the 35-year sentence, and how the story became a national flashpoint over race, media narratives, and online activism. In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley and Nick discuss what happened at the Frisco, Texas track meet, what witnesses said under oath, why the case exploded online, how politicians and celebrities responded, and what Nick saw while reporting from the courthouse. They also cover independent journalism, protest coverage, AI-generated political ads, X as a breaking-news platform, and why victims often disappear when politics takes over. Subscribe for more: Riley covers culture, politics, sports, motherhood, media narratives, and the biggest stories shaping America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Anne Wilson on Rebel, Faith, Country Music & Standing for Jesus | The Riley Gaines Show 09.06.2026 43p

  Anne Wilson joins Riley Gaines to talk about her new book Rebel, what it means to follow Jesus when the world walks the other way, and why she refuses to water down her faith in the country music industry. In this conversation, Anne opens up about losing her brother, finding peace through grief, standing firm in Christian conviction, navigating politics and public backlash, modesty, identity, burnout, rest, and why young women need the courage to be set apart. Anne also shares behind-the-scenes stories from touring, crossing over between Christian and country music, performing at the Grand Ole Opry, and the message she hopes readers take from Rebel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Sage Steele on NFL’s Pride Month Silence & Spencer Pratt's Surge | The Riley Gaines Show 05.06.2026 50p

  Sage Steele joins Riley Gaines for a wide-ranging conversation on sports, culture, politics, motherhood, and faith. They begin with the NFL’s Pride Month messaging and the difference between league-level statements and individual team posts. Riley and Sage discuss whether corporate sports are backing away from political messaging, why locker rooms used to feel like one of the few places where differences did not matter, and why fans may be tired of being lectured by sports leagues. The conversation turns to Jackson Dart, backlash from left-leaning sports media, and why Sage believes courage from young athletes can encourage others to speak up. Riley and Sage also discuss parenting, discipline, online criticism, the “unfollow” culture, and how conviction matters even when people disagree. Later, Riley and Sage react to Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson’s executive order on menopause and workplace accommodations, the rise of Spencer Pratt in Los Angeles politics, Karen Bass, homelessness, crime, wildfires, and what voters may want from outsider candidates. Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday at 10 AM ET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  James Talarico’s Texas Rebrand: Faith, Politics, and the Democrat “Golden Boy” 02.06.2026 33p

  Riley Gaines breaks down James Talarico’s record, the Democrats’ attempt to rebrand progressive candidates as “normal,” and why the Texas race matters beyond the Lone Star State. In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley reacts to viral James Talarico clips, his comments on faith, gender ideology, abortion, Texas politics, Ken Paxton, Trump’s endorsement power, and what conservative voters should watch heading into 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Mail Order Abortion Pills: Why 1 in 25 Women End Up in the ER | The Riley Gaines Show 29.05.2026 31p

  Erin Hawley joins Riley Gaines to explain the ongoing legal and cultural battle over abortion pills, the FDA, mail-order abortion drugs, and what the pro-life movement should be watching next. Hawley discusses the Alliance Defending Freedom case, state efforts to protect life, conscience protections for doctors, and why she believes women deserve real support beyond abortion access. Riley and Erin also talk about motherhood, faith, family, surrogacy concerns, pregnancy care centers, and how young women can think about marriage, children, and career without fear or cultural pressure. This conversation covers law, faith, culture, and the future of the pro-life movement in America. Subscribe for conversations on faith, family, women’s rights, culture, and the issues shaping America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Brandon Gill’s Warning for Young Conservatives | The Riley Gaines Show 26.05.2026 26p

  Rep. Brandon Gill joins The Riley Gaines Show to discuss the fight over wokeness in Washington, women’s sports, young conservative voters, term limits, Trey’s Law, and the GOP’s narrow House majority. Riley Gaines asks Gill why he believes Democrats have not moved away from woke ideology — even after the 2024 election — and what Republicans need to do next. In this episode, Riley and Congressman Brandon Gill also cover congressional hearings, abortion questioning, protecting child abuse victims from NDAs through Trey’s Law, the importance of family and faith, and how conservatives can reach young Americans with a clearer message. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Why CA Is Ground Zero For Trans Athletes ft. Brooke Slusser 22.05.2026 50p

  Brooke Slusser joins Riley Gaines for a powerful conversation about what she says happened during her time on the San Jose State women’s volleyball team, the moment she learned her teammate was born a male, the impact on the season, and why she decided to speak publicly. Riley and Brooke also discuss the broader debate around women’s sports, Title IX, locker rooms and living accommodations, online backlash, TikTok censorship, lawsuits involving the NCAA and Mountain West, and how faith helped Brooke navigate one of the hardest seasons of her life. New episodes of The Riley Gaines Show drop every Tuesday and Friday at 10 AM ET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices