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The Riley Gaines Show
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The Riley Gaines Show offers clear, unapologetic insight into culture, politics, faith, and motherhood. Drawing on her national fight for women’s rights and her unwavering commitment to faith and family, Riley isn’t afraid to speak her mind or stand for truth. Through thoughtful commentary and compelling interviews, she helps listeners navigate today’s cultural landscape and build grounded, purposeful lives rooted in family and faith.
New episodes every Tuesday & Friday at 10 AM.
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Ballerina Farm, Emily Ratajkowski, and the Motherhood Myth Sold to Young Women | The Riley Gaines Show
Jun 2300:33:48Summary readyOver 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
SummaryChristian Athletes Are Done Staying Silent | The Riley Gaines Show
Jun 1900:33:46Summary readySteve 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
SummaryJennifer Sey on Title IX, Nike, and the Future of Women’s Sports
Jun 1600:30:17Summary readyRiley 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
SummaryNick Sortor Breaks Down the Austin Metcalf Trial | The Riley Gaines Show
Jun 1200:36:49Summary readyIndependent 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
SummaryAnne Wilson on Rebel, Faith, Country Music & Standing for Jesus | The Riley Gaines Show
Jun 900:43:02Summary readyAnne 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
SummarySage Steele on NFL’s Pride Month Silence & Spencer Pratt's Surge | The Riley Gaines Show
Jun 500:50:05Summary readySage 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
SummaryJames Talarico’s Texas Rebrand: Faith, Politics, and the Democrat “Golden Boy”
Jun 200:33:04Summary readyRiley 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
SummaryMail Order Abortion Pills: Why 1 in 25 Women End Up in the ER | The Riley Gaines Show
May 2900:31:42Summary readyErin 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
SummaryBrandon Gill’s Warning for Young Conservatives | The Riley Gaines Show
May 2600:26:27Summary readyRep. 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
SummaryWhy CA Is Ground Zero For Trans Athletes ft. Brooke Slusser
May 2200:50:13Summary readyBrooke 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
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