The Numbers Behind the Maduro Arrest: Polling Data, Military Intervention, Immigration, and America’s Cultural Shift

In this episode, Ryan breaks down the numbers behind the arrest of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro, analyzing new polling data that reveals sharp partisan divides in American public opinion on Venezuela, U.S. military intervention, and foreign policy priorities. The episode explores why Venezuel…

It's a Numbers Game: Maduro Arrested & What It Means for U.S. Foreign Policy

In this milestone anniversary episode, Ryan reflects on one year behind the mic before diving into breaking global news: the arrest of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro. Ryan breaks down what the turmoil in Venezuela means for American foreign policy, the growing public debate over U.S. military i…

It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Gen Z Politics: Nalin Haley on GOP Momentum and Media Mistrust

In this episode of A Numbers Game, Ryan breaks down the numbers behind New Jersey’s political shift—where Republicans are making surprising gains among Latino and working-class white voters. He’s joined by Nalin Haley, son of presidential candidate Nikki Haley, for an inside look at Gen Z’s growing…

It's a Numbers Game: The Biggest Political Winners, Losers & What’s Coming Next in 2026

In this episode, Ryan welcomes Claire Potter and Tom Rogan to break down the past year in politics—calling out the biggest winners and losers, the defining moments that shaped the national conversation, and the leaders who captured (or lost) public attention. They dig into the power of political ch…

It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Christmas Faith, Voter Beliefs, AI Regulation, and GOP Primary Battles

In this episode, Ryan Girdusky reflects on the meaning of Christmas and breaks down new polling data revealing what registered voters believe about Jesus Christ and faith in America. Ryan expands to the U.S. economy, examining strong GDP growth, consumer spending trends, and what they signal headin…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…