The Riley Gaines Show

"Your own side will break your heart." Green Beret veteran Nick Freitas joins Riley Gaines to expose why he’s walking away from the "political game" and the GOP establishment. From the calculated collapse of Eric Swalwell to the physical assault of journalists, we’re calling out the cowards and the hypocrites. Nick Freitas doesn't do scripted talking points. In this explosive episode, the combat veteran and former legislator reveals the soul-crushing reality of life in the General Assembly and why "political fatigue" is a symptom of a broken incentive system. We dive deep into the headlines the mainstream media is trying to massage: The Swalwell Setup: Why the "Me Too" crowd only cares about sexual misconduct when it's politically convenient. The War on Women: The "liberal hostility" behind the brutal attack on Savannah Hernandez. The Homeschooling "Sacrifice": Why sending your kids to government-run schools is the real sacrifice of their innocence. Trump & Blasphemy: A raw conversation on the viral AI "Jesus" image and why truth must always come before tribalism. It’s time to stop playing by their rules. Nick breaks down his new guide to restoring biblical masculinity and why Gen Z is starving for something real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this solo episode, Riley explores the "lore" of Ethel Cain—born Hayden Silas Anadönia—and the dark themes of religious trauma and incest that define the project. Riley breaks down the concept of Auto Gynephilia (AGP), the ongoing "petty" feud with Lana Del Rey, and the dangerous glorification of violence following the murder of a UnitedHealthcare CEO. In This Episode: ❌ The reality of "Mother Cain’s" Instagram post. ❌ The definition of Autogynephilia and its role in gender ideology. ❌ How Meta shadowbans biological reality while promoting "pants parts". ❌ The legacy of the late Scott Adams and New York Times' selective forgiveness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clay Travis joins Riley Gaines for a firestorm conversation on women’s sports, NIL chaos, Trump, Gavin Newsom, and the political meltdown gripping the country. They go straight at Megan Rapinoe’s comments, the battle over fairness in women’s athletics, and why so many public figures refuse to say what’s obvious. They also break down Trump’s NIL executive order, what it means for the future of college sports, Clay’s $10 million Vanderbilt Law donation, and the growing dysfunction inside the Democrat bench heading into 2028. Comment below: Who’s right on NIL and women’s sports? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Christianity making a comeback? In this special Good Friday episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley breaks down the growing return to faith among Gen Z and Gen Alpha—and why church attendance is rising for the first time in decades. From viral Christian content on TikTok to packed churches across the country, something is shifting culturally. Riley explores why young people are rejecting empty digital culture, searching for purpose, and rediscovering faith in a post-pandemic world. She also dives into: Why Christianity is becoming countercultural again The role of social media in driving faith-based content Why young men are leading this movement The connection between loneliness, anxiety, and spiritual revival What churches and pastors are doing right in 2025–2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is kids content on YouTube really safe or is it becoming political? In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley shares her experience as a new mom and breaks down the growing controversy around Miss Rachel, children’s programming, and what parents need to know about what their kids are watching. Plus, the “No Kings Day” protests made headlines... but what actually happened on the ground? Riley breaks down the most bizarre moments from recent protests and what they reveal about the current state of the Democratic Party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A federal investigation has concluded that Jefferson County Public Schools in Colorado violated Title IX — a decision that could have national implications for girls’ sports and school policy. In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley sits down with Lindsay Datko of Jeffco Kids First, one of the leading voices advocating for parents and students throughout this case. We break down: ➡️What the Department of Education actually found ➡️How this case unfolded behind the scenes ➡️The reported involvement of 61 male athletes competing in girls’ sports in the district ➡️What it means for girls’ sports going forward ➡️What happens next for schools across the country This is one of the most important Title IX rulings in recent years — and it may set the tone for future enforcement nationwide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley sits down with former NCAA swimmer Paula Scanlan to break down one of the most shocking reality TV controversies of the year. Why did ABC completely scrap a fully filmed season of The Bachelorette? Was it about accountability—or ratings gone wrong? Riley and Paula dive into: 🚨 The Taylor Frankie Paul controversy and domestic violence allegations ⚖️ Double standards in media and cancel culture 📱 Influencer culture, parasocial relationships, and social media obsession 🧠 Political fatigue among young Americans 🏙️ Life in New York City and why people are leaving From reality TV scandals to cultural commentary, this episode covers it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

During a recent Arizona Senate hearing, former D1 athlete Kaylie Ray testified in support of a bill aimed at protecting women’s sports, only to be questioned about her competitiveness and even her physical appearance by a lawmaker. Kaylie joins The Riley Gaines Show to break down what really happened and why it matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley sits down with Alex Clark, host of Culture Apothecary, and a leading voice in the MAHA movement, to break down the real reasons behind America’s growing health and fertility crisis. Alex shares her journey from pop radio to becoming one of the most influential voices in health and wellness and why she believes Big Pharma, food systems, and environmental toxins are failing Americans. Whether you’re focused on wellness, politics, or starting a family, this episode connects the dots in a way few are willing to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Riley Gaines sits down with Brett Cooper for a real-life conversation on motherhood, postpartum changes, marriage after baby, and how your priorities shift when you become a parent. They also react to the “I regret having children” trend and why the bigger issue is the lack of support for moms—then take a fun detour into farm life: chicks in the garage, pigs, cows, freezers, and why one steer is literally named Sirloin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Riley Gaines celebrates Women’s History Month by calling for a merit-based approach to female achievement rather than identity politics. She criticizes organizations like Planned Parenthood and the Democratic Party of Delaware for including men in their International Women’s Day celebrations. Riley also highlights the "courageous" protest of the Iranian women’s national football team, praising President Trump’s role in helping them seek asylum to avoid persecution back home. Finally, she showcases a viral XXXY Athletics ad to advocate for the protection of women’s sports and the biological reality of womanhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Riley Gaines is joined by Allie Beth Stuckey to expose the dangers of "progressive theology" and discuss the high-stakes Texas runoff races. In this power-packed episode, Riley and Allie Beth dive deep into the recent Texas Attorney General and Senate races, breaking down the threat of candidates like James Talarico who reframe Christian theology to support extremist agendas. They also share personal reflections on the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk and the importance of discernment when facing online conspiracy theories and public criticism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special vlog edition of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley is taking you behind the scenes of her life in Tennessee. Watch as she surprises Louis with a "gift" that requires him to build a new barn and miles of fencing in freezing temperatures. Riley introduces Norris the Highland Cow, Chester the donkey, and her new crew of alpacas! Plus, Riley shares a life update on baby Margo and why farm life is the best way to teach discipline and responsibility Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The government’s first priority is to protect its citizens, but what happens when that system fails? Joe Abraham joins Riley Gaines to share the heartbreaking story of his daughter, Katie, who was killed in a preventable tragedy involving an illegal alien in a sanctuary state. In this moving interview, Joe discusses the unthinkable horrors his family faced after losing both his father and daughter within weeks. He exposes the lack of accountability from Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, the impact of sanctuary city policies, and his personal meeting with Donald Trump regarding Angel Families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Investigative journalist Nick Shirley joins Riley Gaines to expose shocking voter fraud in California and the truth behind the Minnesota scandal that ended Tim Walz's career. From 125-year-old voters to dogs on the voter rolls, see the evidence mainstream media ignores. What happens when you walk into a California registrar’s office and ask to vote without an ID? Nick Shirley did just that, uncovering a system built on "good faith" that allows millions to remain vulnerable to fraud. In this episode, Nick breaks down his viral investigations into California’s voter rolls, including 108 people registered to a single house and the growing healthcare fraud in the Medi-Cal system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Riley Gaines exposes the hyper-sexualized marketing tactics of Frida Baby and dives into why American-born Olympic skier Eileen Gu "sold out" to the CCP for millions. In this episode, Riley breaks down the disturbing "humor" used by Frida Baby in ads featuring infants, leading to her household's total boycott of the brand. She also looks at the contrast between Eileen Gu’s decision to compete for China and Alyssa Liu’s loyalty to the USA. Finally, Riley discusses the terrifying expansion of assisted suicide laws (MAID) in Canada and the recent legislation signed by Governor Hochul in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley addresses recent tragic events in Canada and Rhode Island, questioning why "gunman" has been replaced with "gun person" while families mourn. She dives deep into the medicalization of mental health, the effects of cross-sex hormones like testosterone on aggression, and the "affirmation model" that Riley argues is failing the most vulnerable. Riley also discusses why figures like Matt Walsh have been vindicated in their warnings about extremist rhetoric. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Motherhood update: we officially made it through the fourth trimester. In this episode, Riley Gaines shares an honest recap of the first four months with baby Margo. How time is flying, what surprised her most postpartum, and how becoming a mom has shifted her priorities, perspective, and daily life. You’ll also get practical, real-world tips for traveling with a newborn (including what to do at TSA, how gate-checking a stroller works, bottle/cooler tips, and the simple “timing” routine that helps keep flights calmer). Riley talks co-sleeping, early milestones like rolling over, and the hilariously relatable reality of doing what you’ve gotta do in public. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley Gaines sits down with detransitioner and Independent Women’s Forum ambassador Prisha Mosley to share her powerful story and why she’s speaking out against what she calls “gender-affirming harm.” Prisha recounts her traumatic teen years, struggling with anorexia, OCD, depression, anxiety, and the aftermath of sexual assault before finding online trans activist communities that told her she was “born in the wrong body.” She describes how, as a minor, she was affirmed by medical professionals, prescribed testosterone at 17, and underwent an elective double mastectomy at 18. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Isabel Brown joins The Riley Gaines Show to talk about how she went from pre-med to becoming one of the loudest Gen Z voices for truth after experiencing campus indoctrination and targeted harassment. Riley and Isabel break down the Gen Z affordability crisis, why young women are waking up to empty activist slogans, and why the birth rate and fertility crisis could be the biggest “silent” threat to America’s future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices