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: Is JD Vance already the Republican frontrunner for 2028—and is Ted Cruz positioning himself as the alternative?
Ryan Girdusky breaks down the biggest moments from the Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas and what they reveal about the future of the GOP. Ryan argues that Vance’s convention performance looked increasingly like an introduction to the party’s next leader, while Marco Rubio again indicated he …
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It's a Numbers Game: Her Dad Died a Hero on 9/11 — 25 Years Later, His Daughter Tells His Story
Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, Kim Phelan shares the deeply personal story of her father, Kenneth Phelan, a New York City firefighter who died responding to the World Trade Center on 9/11. Kenneth wasn't originally supposed to work that day. He had taken time off months earlier …
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It's a Numbers Game: “I Thought I Was Going to Die”: A 9/11 Survivor Tells Her Story
On September 11, 2001, Linda Martin went to work at the World Trade Center expecting an ordinary day. Instead, she found herself trapped high inside the North Tower after American Airlines Flight 11 struck the building. In this powerful firsthand account, Linda takes Ryan through the morning of 9/…
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It's a Numbers Game: The Polling Error That Could Decide the 2026 Midterms
On this episode of It’s a Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky is joined by VoteHub Head of Data Science Zachary Donnini to break down the polling misses shaking up the 2026 election cycle. Why did progressive and DSA-aligned candidates dramatically underperform expectations in Wisconsin and Michigan? Ryan…
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It's a Numbers Game: Is Ted Cruz Running for President in 2028? The Signs Are Adding Up
Ryan Girdusky has fresh political intel — and the 2028 Republican presidential race may already be heating up. On this episode of It’s a Numbers Game, Ryan breaks down signs that Sen. Ted Cruz is positioning himself for another run for president, including repeated trips to Iowa, outreach surround…
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It's a Numbers Game: Jasmine Crockett REFUSES to Back Talarico as Texas Race Tightens
Jasmine Crockett isn't falling in line behind James Talarico — and Ryan Girdusky explains why that could matter in an increasingly competitive Texas Senate race. On this episode of It’s a Numbers Game with Ryan Girdusky, Ryan breaks down the growing tensions inside both parties in Texas. Crockett …
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It's a Numbers Game: Freedom Caucus Chair Andy Harris: America’s $40 Trillion Debt Crisis Is Just Beginning
House Freedom Caucus Chairman Rep. Andy Harris joins Ryan Girdusky for a wide-ranging conversation about America’s $40 trillion national debt, the future of Social Security and Medicare, the rise of Democratic Socialists, the 2026 midterm elections, and what comes next for the Republican Party afte…
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It's a Numbers Game: Meta’s $17.1 BILLION Settlement Could Change Social Media Forever
Meta has agreed to a massive $17.1 billion settlement over allegations involving child privacy, consumer protection, social media addiction, and the impact of its platforms on young users. Could the agreement fundamentally change Facebook, Instagram—and eventually the entire social media industry? …
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It’s a Numbers Game: Pennsylvania’s Warning Signs, Fetterman’s Future & a GOP House Pickup Opportunity
A new Pennsylvania poll is flashing warning signs for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterm elections — and some of the most surprising numbers involve Donald Trump, Josh Shapiro and Sen. John Fetterman. On this episode of It’s a Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky breaks down the latest Pennsylvania poll…
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It's a Numbers Game: Did America Get Marijuana Legalization Wrong?
Ryan Girdusky takes a hard look at America’s marijuana legalization experiment as new data raises questions about cannabis addiction, high-potency THC, and the long-term consequences of widespread recreational marijuana use. With cannabis use rising among American adults, Ryan examines reported in…
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