The Riley Gaines Show
The Riley Gaines Show
Fox
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.
Why the Lindsay Clancy Case Sparked a Public Sympathy Debate
Riley Gaines reacts to the public response surrounding the Lindsay Clancy case and the debate over postpartum psychosis, criminal responsibility, and justice for victims. Riley argues that mental illness, postpartum depression, and postpartum psychosis are real and deserve serious discussion — but that compassion for the accused should not erase the children at the center of the story. In this episode, Riley looks at the broader cultural pattern of public sympathy shifting toward perpetrators while victims fade into the background. She also discusses motherhood, social media outrage, the role of online narratives, and why Cora, Dawson, and Callan should remain central to the conversation. New episodes of The Riley Gaines Show release every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Eastern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 25
32 min
XXXY Founder Jen Sey on Sophie Cunningham & The Never Ending WNBA Culture War
Riley Gaines welcomes back Jen Sey, founder of XX-XY Athletics, for a conversation about the WNBA controversy surrounding Sophie Cunningham, fans being told to cover shirts at games, and the growing cultural fight over women’s sports. Riley and Jen discuss how the debate has shifted from online commentary into arenas, broadcasts, brands, and league leadership. They cover the rise of Sophie Cunningham as a major figure in the conversation, recent incidents involving fans wearing women’s sports messaging, and why Jen believes the culture is changing in real time. The episode also looks at corporate messaging from athletic brands, the role of women’s tennis in setting sex-based policies, and why both Riley and Jen argue that fairness in women’s sports remains a defining issue. New episodes of The Riley Gaines Show drop every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Eastern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 21
28 min
Madi Prewett Troutt on Life After The Bachelor, Leaving Social Media & Finding Identity
Madi Prewett Troutt joins Riley Gaines for a conversation about faith, motherhood, marriage, and the freedom she has found after stepping away from social media. Madi shares why she took a social media hiatus, how it has helped restore peace and presence in her life, and why she believes true identity cannot be found in status, platforms, relationships, or public approval. Riley and Madi also discuss raising daughters, postpartum life, Scripture memorization, prayer in marriage, building Christ-centered family rhythms, and the importance of surrounding yourself with godly community. Madi reflects on life after The Bachelor, her role as a wife and mother, and how knowing who God is shapes how women understand who they are. Follow The Riley Gaines Show for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Eastern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 18
37 min
WNBA Spirals Into Chaos & Hollywood's Scary Skinny Trend
Riley Gaines sits down with Paula Scanlan for a wide-ranging conversation on women’s sports, public trust, celebrity culture, and motherhood. They begin with the WNBA’s ongoing discussion over transgender athlete eligibility and what it means for women’s leagues, young female athletes, and the future of competitive sports. Then Riley and Paula revisit their experiences as college athletes during COVID, including mask rules, public health messaging, and the growing debate over accountability for Dr. Anthony Fauci. The conversation also turns to Hollywood’s renewed obsession with extreme thinness, GLP-1 and Ozempic culture, and the effect celebrity body standards can have on young women. Finally, they discuss AOC freezing her eggs, Karoline Leavitt stepping back after welcoming a baby, and what these public choices reveal about career, family, and modern womanhood. New episodes of The Riley Gaines Show every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Eastern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 14
32 min
Gracie Hunt on Faith, Fitness, Marriage & Life Inside the Chiefs Family
Gracie Hunt joins The Riley Gaines Show for a wide-ranging conversation on faith, fitness, football, and the next chapter of her life. Gracie opens up about her surprise engagement to Derek, why they pursued marriage counseling before getting engaged, and how faith shapes their future marriage. She also shares how sports shaped her identity, why strength training is now the foundation of her fitness routine, and how living with celiac disease influences the way she thinks about food and wellness. Riley and Gracie discuss growing up in the Kansas City Chiefs family, the impact of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on young female football fans, and what it was like attending Taylor Swift’s wedding. Plus, Gracie shares the Christian AI work, children’s stories, and women’s devotional she’s building next. New episodes of The Riley Gaines Show release every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Eastern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 11
30 min
17-Year-Old Ella Frei on Speaking Out at Her Wisconsin School
17-year-old Ella Frei joins Riley Gaines to talk about the moment she decided to speak out at her Wisconsin school board after learning that a biological male student was using the girls’ restroom. Ella shares how her speech went viral, the backlash and support that followed, and why she believes more students and parents need to pay attention to local school policies. In this episode, Riley and Ella discuss girls’ privacy in schools, the lawsuit and Title IX investigation connected to the situation, the role of faith in Ella’s courage, and what she would say to another teenage girl who is afraid to speak up. They also talk about sports, local elections, online harassment, and why Ella still believes courage is contagious. New episodes of The Riley Gaines Show release every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Eastern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 7
26 min
Nick Shirley: “They Want to Kill ICE Agents — and Me Too”
Nick Shirley joins Riley Gaines for his fourth appearance on the show to break down his latest investigation into alleged fraud in New York City’s adult daycare and Medicaid systems. Shirley explains how he believes kickback schemes, questionable enrollment numbers, DME companies, and taxpayer-funded programs are being abused — and why he says these problems extend beyond New York into places like Minnesota and California. Riley and Nick also discuss his recent Senate testimony, his interactions with Dr. Oz, DOGE, threats he has faced while reporting, and the broader political response to his work. Later in the conversation, Nick previews his upcoming reporting on the rise of communism and the Democratic Socialists of America, arguing that proposals around government-run systems, property seizure, prisons, and centralized control should concern Americans across the political spectrum. This episode covers Medicaid fraud allegations, adult daycare centers, durable medical equipment scams, government waste, Senate hearings, DOGE, Dr. Oz, the DSA, communism, public safety, and Nick Shirley’s work documenting fraud across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 6
33 min
I Went to a WNBA Game for Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham
Riley Gaines heads to Minneapolis for her first in-person WNBA game: Indiana Fever vs. Minnesota Lynx. In this vlog, Riley takes viewers through her same-day trip, from an early morning flight to the pregame rally outside the arena, where supporters gathered with signs for Sophie Cunningham and women’s sports. Inside the game, Riley shares what happened with her “Sophie, thank you” sign, the reaction from fans, the political messaging she saw around the arena, and why the experience helped her understand the pressure WNBA players may feel when speaking out. Riley also gives her honest reaction to the game itself, including Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham, the Lynx crowd, the energy in the arena, and why she left with more appreciation for the level of play than she expected. New episodes and vlogs from The Riley Gaines Show cover women’s sports, culture, politics, motherhood, and the stories behind the headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 5
20 min
16-Year-Old Athlete Speaks Out After Seattle Storm Game Incident
In this Exclusive episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Sixteen-year-old Washington State athlete Ahnaleigh Wilson joins Riley Gaines after a viral moment at the Seattle Storm vs. Indiana Fever game, where she and a friend held signs thanking Sophie Cunningham for standing up for girls’ sports. Ahnaleigh explains what happened courtside, how she reacted when the incident spread online, and why the issue is personal for her as a high school runner who says she has competed against multiple biological males in track and cross country. She also opens up about the support, backlash, and private encouragement she has received from classmates, teachers, administrators, and public figures. Riley and Ahnaleigh discuss Sophie Cunningham, the Seattle Storm response, the pressure on young women who speak publicly, and Ahnaleigh’s goals for her junior year, college recruiting, and future in running. New episodes of The Riley Gaines Show release every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Eastern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 4
29 min
WNBA Backlash Over Sophie Cunningham, Caitlin Clark Fans & Seattle Storm Controversy
Riley Gaines breaks down the latest controversy surrounding the WNBA, the Seattle Storm, Sophie Cunningham, and young fans who showed support for protecting women’s sports at a Fever vs. Storm game. Riley discusses why she believes the league is alienating families and female athletes, how Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham have become central figures in the broader women’s sports debate, and what the incident says about leadership, fan culture, and fairness. She also reacts to the WNBA’s response, Sophie Cunningham’s public statement, and a separate controversy involving Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers, and questions around league rules and competitive integrity. This episode focuses on women’s sports, the future of the WNBA, free expression from fans, and why Riley believes female athletes deserve better from the institutions built to support them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 31
31 min
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