In this episode, Ryan Girdusky breaks down the data driving some of the most consequential political and global trends right now. He examines the sharp decline in China’s birth rate and what it signals for the country’s economic stability, workforce crisis, and long-term foreign policy ambitions.

Ryan also dives into fresh polling ahead of the 2026 U.S. elections, unpacking which issues are resonating most with voters and how key demographic shifts could reshape the political map. Ryan continues with a look at newly released census data, revealing population movements across states—and what those shifts mean for representation, policy, and power.

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In this episode, Ryan Girdusky breaks down the data driving some of the most consequential political and global trends right now. He examines the sharp decline in China&rsquo;s birth rate and what it signals for the country&rsquo;s economic stability, workforce crisis, and long-term foreign policy ambitions.
Ryan also dives into fresh polling ahead of the 2026 U.S. elections, unpacking which issues are resonating most with voters and how key demographic shifts could reshape the political map. Ryan continues with a look at newly released census data, revealing population movements across states&mdash;and what those shifts mean for representation, policy, and power.
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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 behind the headlines, Ryan is your go-to source for in-depth analysis and engaging discussions. Listen to new episodes released every Monday and get the facts that matter - subscribe now and never miss an episode!

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Dive into the world of data with Ryan Girdusky, an acclaimed American political commentator and writer, on "It&rsquo;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 behind the headlines, Ryan is your go-to source for in-depth analysis and engaging discussions. Listen to new episodes released every Monday and get the facts that matter - subscribe now and never miss an episode!
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It's A Numbers Game with Ryan Girdusky

In this episode, Ryan Girdusky breaks down the data driving some of the most consequential political and global trends right now. He examines the sharp decline in China’s birth rate and what it signals for the country’s economic stability, workforce crisis, and long-term foreign policy ambitions.

It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind China’s Population Collapse, 2026 Election Polls & America’s Census Shake-Up

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