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: Ryan Girdusky Calls Out Vivek Ramaswamy: American Identity, Citizenship, and Power Politics
In this episode, Ryan delivers a sharp critique of Vivek Ramaswamy’s recent remarks on American identity and citizenship. Ryan examines Ramaswamy’s comments about “heritage Americans,” contrasts them with his personal background, and highlights what he sees as deep contradictions in Ramaswamy’s pol…
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It's a Numbers Game: Why Scripture, Sacraments, and Community Matter in Catholic Life
In this episode of It’s a Numbers Game, Ryan sits down with Father Nick Colalella to explore the deeper meaning of Catholic faith, scripture, and daily spiritual practice. Father Nick shares his personal journey to the priesthood and explains why understanding the Bible in its original languages ca…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind What Voters Really Care About
In this episode of A Numbers Game, Ryan announces the podcast’s expansion to three episodes per week beginning in January 2026 and dives into the data behind today’s most urgent issues. He examines recent tragedies—a school shooting at Brown University and a terrorist attack at a Hanukkah gathering…
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It's a Numbers Game: Gen Z vs. Gen X Pop Culture Quiz + 2028 Election Forecast: Immigration, Demographics & the GOP Path
In this episode, Ryan puts his Gen Z staff to the test with a hilarious pop-culture quiz on Gen X and Millennial music, movies, and major world events—revealing just how wide today’s generational knowledge gaps really are. Ryan then pivots to a data-packed breakdown of new CDC birth statistics, exp…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Minnesota’s Billion-Dollar Welfare Fraud Scandal
In this episode of A Numbers Game, Ryan and Manhattan Institute journalist Ryan Thorpe uncover a massive Minnesota welfare fraud scheme involving Somali immigrants, with more than $1 billion in alleged fraudulent claims and reports that some funds may have reached Al-Shabaab. The conversation break…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind America’s Shifting Electorate & the 2026 Midterm Outlook
In this episode, Ryan breaks down the numbers behind the latest political shifts shaping 2026. Using fresh data from Tennessee’s 7th District special election, he examines why Republicans continue to hold strong in gerrymandered districts and where Democratic “overperformance” may have hit its ceil…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Conservatism’s Crossroads: Trump, Tradition, and the Future of the Right
In this episode, Ryan breaks down the real forces shaping today’s conservative movement. Joined by Modern Age editor Daniel McCarthy, Ryan explores the history of the American right, the rise of neoconservatism, and the ongoing struggle between principled conservatism and personality-driven politic…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Trump v. Courts with Ann Coulter
In this episode, Ann Coulter discusses the unprecedented judicial overreach affecting immigration policy during the Trump administration. She emphasizes the exclusive powers of the president over immigration and critiques the role of the courts in shaping national policy. Coulter reflects on her ex…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Trump’s Immigration Crackdown with Rep. Brandon Gill
Ryan breaks down the real data behind President Trump’s immigration agenda—cutting through the rhetoric to highlight measurable shifts in student visas, H-1B regulations, and large-scale deportation efforts. Congressman Brandon Gill joins the show to outline new legislation aimed at locking in Trum…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind America’s Tech Economy, AI Disruption, and the Millennial Wealth Gap
In this episode of A Numbers Game, Ryan sits down with Rep. Ro Khanna of California’s tech-driven 17th District for a data-focused look at the forces reshaping America’s economy. They examine the mounting financial pressures on millennials and Gen Z—from soaring housing costs to the accelerating im…
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