It's A Numbers Game with Ryan Girdusky
It's A Numbers Game with Ryan Girdusky
Dive into the world of data with Ryan Girdusky, an acclaimed American political commentator and writer, on "It’s a Numbers Game with Ryan Girdusky." In each episode, Ryan breaks down the most crucial data on politics, economics, and culture, providing you with the insights you need to stay informed and ahead of the curve. Whether you're a data enthusiast or just looking to understand the numbers b…Social links:
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind America’s Population Shift, Immigration Drop & 2030 Election Shake-Up
In this data-packed episode of A Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky breaks down the latest census data revealing a dramatic shift in America’s population trends—and what it means for the future of political power. From steep declines in immigration across major metro areas to mass migration away from blu…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Maine’s Ballot Fight, Women’s Sports & 2026 Election Shakeup
In this episode of It’s a Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky is joined by investigative journalist Steve Robinson to break down the political battles shaping Maine—and what they reveal about the national landscape heading into 2026. They dive into the breaking ballot referendum on women’s sports and gend…
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It's a Numbers Game: AI Panic Explodes: Voters Turn on Big Tech, Jobs at Risk & 2028 Shake-Up
On this episode, Ryan Girdusky sits down with The Bulwark's Andrew Egger to break down the growing political and economic backlash against artificial intelligence—and why it could reshape American politics heading into 2028. Voters across party lines are increasingly skeptical of AI’s rapid expans…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Illinois Primaries: $32M Spending, PAC Power & Political Winners
In this episode, Ryan is joined by Semafor national political reporter David Weigel to break down the staggering money, influence, and outcomes shaping the Illinois primary elections. With more than $32 million spent across key races, this election cycle reveals a new reality in American politics—…
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It's a Numbers Game: Ask Me Anything: Filibuster Explained, Gerrymandering Debate, U.S. Oil Reserves & Election Insights
In this Ask Me Anything (AMA) episode of A Numbers Game, Ryan answers listener questions on some of the biggest issues shaping American politics, elections, and the economy. Ryan breaks down the history and evolution of the Senate filibuster, including how it changed from a talking marathon to tod…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind 2028: Is JD Vance Inevitable? Democrats in Disarray & Jeffries’ House Problem
In this episode of A Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky sits down with veteran political journalist Mark Halperin for an in-depth look at the rapidly forming 2028 presidential election landscape. Halperin breaks down the biggest question in Republican politics right now: Is JD Vance truly inevitable—or i…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind the 2026 Midterms: Trump Voters, Swing States & the Senate Map
What will decide the 2026 midterm elections? The numbers behind the voters may hold the answer. Ryan is joined by Jessica Anderson, President of Sentinel Action Fund, to break down new multi-state focus groups examining voters in key battlegrounds including Ohio, Michigan, North Carolina, Georgia,…
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It's a Numbers Game: Virginia Redistricting Fight, GOP Special Election Win, and What the 2026 Numbers Mean
On this episode of A Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky breaks down the latest 2026 election trends, including a major Republican flip in Prince William County, Democratic overperformance in special elections, and the high-stakes fight over Virginia redistricting. He also dives into what early voting numb…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Truth About Graham Platner: Communist Past, Nazi Tattoo Controversy & Maine Senate Race
On this episode of A Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky takes a deep dive into one of the most controversial candidates in the 2026 election cycle: Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner. Platner has built his campaign around a working-class image as a veteran and oyster farmer, but Ryan examin…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind the Midterms: EXCLUSIVE Look at Poll on Trump, AI Fears, and Voter Populism
In this episode of A Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky sits down with Brent Buchanan, president of Cygnal Polling, to break down an exclusive new survey on the political landscape heading into the midterm elections. How do today’s numbers compare to the 2018 midterms—and what do they reveal about where t…
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