Episodes

  • EMERGENCY POD: Riley Gaines Reacts to BLOCKBUSTER SCOTUS Ruling!

    EMERGENCY POD: Riley Gaines Reacts to BLOCKBUSTER SCOTUS Ruling!
    Jul 1 2026
    The Supreme Court just handed female athletes a historic landmark victory! Riley Gaines breaks down the massive 9-0 SCOTUS ruling protecting Title IX and women’s sports. In this special, urgent episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley celebrates a monumental win for common sense and biological reality. Following a landmark Supreme Court decision addressing state laws in Idaho and West Virginia, the highest court in the land has officially ruled that sex under Title IX means biological sex—not a subjective identity. Riley dives deep into the legal nuances, explaining the unanimous 9-0 vote on Title IX and the 6-3 split on the Equal Protection Clause. But the fight doesn't stop here. Riley exposes the rhetorical responses from politicians like Elizabeth Warren, targets the media gaslighting from outlets like ESPN, and outlines the crucial next steps needed in Congress to permanently codify these protections. Find out what this means for the future of female sports, why your zip code still dictates athletic fairness, and how we must keep pushing to protect the next generation of girls. 🏊‍♀️ DON'T GET LAPPED! FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS X: @RileyGainesShow FB: @RileyGainesShow IG: @RileyGainesShow TikTok: @RileyGainesShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • Amir Odom on Leaving the LGBTQ Movement, Identity Politics, and Keeping Life Private | The Riley Gaines Show

    Amir Odom on Leaving the LGBTQ Movement, Identity Politics, and Keeping Life Private | The Riley Gaines Show
    Jun 30 2026
    YouTuber and commentator Amir Odom joins Riley Gaines for a wide-ranging conversation on identity politics, the modern LGBTQ movement, BLM, political homelessness, and what it means to speak freely in a culture that often demands ideological conformity. Amir shares his perspective as a Black gay man who describes himself as center-right and politically homeless, explaining why he believes many people are pressured into boxes based on race, sexuality, or political identity. Riley and Amir also discuss the backlash faced by people who dissent from progressive orthodoxy, parasocial relationships between creators and followers, why Amir keeps his personal life private, and his most controversial food take: cookies dipped in water. This episode covers LGBTQ politics, Black voters, cultural division, online influence, privacy, and the importance of independent thought. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • Why Preventive Health Testing Is Changing the Future of Care | The Riley Gaines Show

    Why Preventive Health Testing Is Changing the Future of Care | The Riley Gaines Show
    Jun 26 2026
    America often treats sickness after it appears — but what would it look like to catch problems earlier and invest in long-term health before symptoms start? In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley sits down with Talaya Frazier of Medici to discuss executive health assessments, full-body testing, cancer screening, bone density, cardiovascular health, DNA testing, peptides, inflammation, and the future of root-cause medicine. Riley also shares what she and her husband learned from their own Medici assessments, including unexpected findings around bone density, posture, and gallbladder health. Talaya explains how Medici uses advanced testing, physician time, and a full clinical team to help clients better understand their health, improve longevity, and pursue a more vibrant life. They also discuss the role of faith, stress, family, motherhood, and spiritual health in living well for decades to come. New episodes of The Riley Gaines Show release every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m. ET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Ballerina Farm, Emily Ratajkowski, and the Motherhood Myth Sold to Young Women | The Riley Gaines Show

    Ballerina Farm, Emily Ratajkowski, and the Motherhood Myth Sold to Young Women | The Riley Gaines Show
    Jun 23 2026
    Over the weekend, two very different stories about womanhood and motherhood went viral: Emily Ratajkowski’s raw reflections on birth, divorce, sexuality, and single motherhood, and the continued cultural debate around Hannah Neeleman of Ballerina Farm, a mother of nine, entrepreneur, and homemaker. In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley breaks down what these two women represent in today’s conversation about feminism, family, identity, and fulfillment. Why is one version of female “agency” often praised, while another is dismissed as regressive or performative? And what message does that send to young women trying to understand marriage, motherhood, career, faith, and purpose? Riley explores the contrast between a life centered on self-definition and one rooted in family, sacrifice, legacy, and contentment — and asks the bigger question: what are we teaching young women to value most? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Christian Athletes Are Done Staying Silent | The Riley Gaines Show

    Christian Athletes Are Done Staying Silent | The Riley Gaines Show
    Jun 19 2026
    Steve Eubanks joins The Riley Gaines Show to discuss the growing Christian revival inside American sports — from college softball players boldly sharing their faith, to NFL, MLB, NBA, and golf stars using their platforms to talk about Christ. Riley and Steve dive into why the COVID era changed athletes, how media outlets treat Christian and conservative viewpoints, why softball has become such a powerful example of public faith, and why sports gambling may be one of the biggest threats to the integrity of athletics today. Steve also discusses his book Godball, the rise of outspoken Christian athletes, and why sports may be one of the last true meritocracies in American culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Jennifer Sey on Title IX, Nike, and the Future of Women’s Sports

    Jennifer Sey on Title IX, Nike, and the Future of Women’s Sports
    Jun 16 2026
    Riley Gaines is joined by Jennifer Sey, founder of XX-XY Athletics, for a timely conversation about women’s sports, Title IX, and the Supreme Court cases that could shape whether states may keep sex-based athletic protections in place. Riley and Jennifer break down what Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J. could mean for female athletes, why a favorable ruling may still leave major state-by-state battles ahead, and how cultural pressure affects athletes, brands, and public figures. They also discuss Nike’s history with female athletes, the role of male and female sports leaders in speaking out, and why Jennifer believes brands can help shift the conversation. Plus, Jennifer shares what gives her hope, what’s next for XX-XY Athletics, and why the fight for women’s sports continues beyond the courtroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • Nick Sortor Breaks Down the Austin Metcalf Trial | The Riley Gaines Show

    Nick Sortor Breaks Down the Austin Metcalf Trial | The Riley Gaines Show
    Jun 12 2026
    Independent journalist Nick Sortor joins Riley Gaines to break down the Austin Metcalf case, the Karmelo Anthony trial, the 35-year sentence, and how the story became a national flashpoint over race, media narratives, and online activism. In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley and Nick discuss what happened at the Frisco, Texas track meet, what witnesses said under oath, why the case exploded online, how politicians and celebrities responded, and what Nick saw while reporting from the courthouse. They also cover independent journalism, protest coverage, AI-generated political ads, X as a breaking-news platform, and why victims often disappear when politics takes over. Subscribe for more: Riley covers culture, politics, sports, motherhood, media narratives, and the biggest stories shaping America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • Anne Wilson on Rebel, Faith, Country Music & Standing for Jesus | The Riley Gaines Show

    Anne Wilson on Rebel, Faith, Country Music & Standing for Jesus | The Riley Gaines Show
    Jun 9 2026
    Anne Wilson joins Riley Gaines to talk about her new book Rebel, what it means to follow Jesus when the world walks the other way, and why she refuses to water down her faith in the country music industry. In this conversation, Anne opens up about losing her brother, finding peace through grief, standing firm in Christian conviction, navigating politics and public backlash, modesty, identity, burnout, rest, and why young women need the courage to be set apart. Anne also shares behind-the-scenes stories from touring, crossing over between Christian and country music, performing at the Grand Ole Opry, and the message she hopes readers take from Rebel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    43 mins