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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 b... more

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Is artificial intelligence moving too fast? In this conversation, Ryan sits down with Amy Kremer of Humans First to tackle one of the biggest questions facing America: who controls AI — the people or Big Tech? The discussion dives into AI regulation,... more

Are AI data centers making your electricity bill more expensive? In this episode, Ryan sits down with Axios tech reporter Maria Curie to break down the growing debate surrounding AI infrastructure and the real-world impact of massive data center expa... more

Are AI data centers the future of America — or are taxpayers being asked to fund another massive experiment? In this episode, Ryan Girdusky breaks down the growing controversy surrounding AI infrastructure, Kevin O’Leary’s comments on China and data ... more

On this episode, Ryan sits down with New York Post columnist Seth Barron to break down New York City’s controversial new budget, the growing pension crisis, teacher union power, and the long-term risks of progressive economic policies.

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Chad Bianco
Sheriff of Riverside County, California running for governor
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Seth Barron
Author of Weaponized, The Left's Capture and Destruction of America's Sacred Institutions
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Episode: It's a Numbers Game: Is NYC Heading for Financial Collapse? The Truth About Mamdani’s Budget
Luke Rosiak
Investigative journalist for The Daily Wire
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Episode: It's a Numbers Game: Medicaid Fraud, Falling Birthrates & the Future of America’s Cities
Hadley Ott
Author of Drug-Free Crohn's, Crohn's disease survivor and health advocate
Independent author, health advocate
Episode: It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Supreme Court Redistricting, GOP Gains & America’s Fertility Crisis
Ann Coulter
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Episode: It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Trump, Political Violence & the Future of Identity Politics with Ann Coulter
Marc Porter Magee
Education expert, founder of 50Can
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Salena Zito
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Episode: It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Fetterman’s Fallout: PA Politics, Israel Divide & 2026 Power Shifts
Chaz Nuttycombe
Executive Director of State Navigate
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Episode: It's a Numbers Game: Virginia Governor Ratings Shock: Abigail Spanberger’s Ratings Collapse in New Polling

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Ryan Girdusky
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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 188 ratings
  • Super informative , wonderful podcast

    Ryan knows the nations district landscape and their foibles, providing background context and statistics that I wouldn’t hear elsewhere. He is fair, funny ,self deprecating and a great cook! If he mentions a good recipe be prepared to take notes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lilylove76
    United States16 days ago
  • Amazing podcast

    First of all Ryan is a good person you can tell. But he also brings on strong guests he has amazing energy and he is very knowledgeable. A bonus is he answers his listeners questions as opposed to ignoring them. I listen to every episode as they are released. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ray-Ry
    United States23 days ago
  • Informative and Entertaining

    Ryan gives great discourse on various current issues and events and keeps people up to date in an entertaining way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anonnnnymoussss
    United Statesa month ago
  • Wonderful pod

    Outstanding and also entertaining. Ryan is so down to earth and bright. The only podcast I often listen to twice to make sure I caught it all. Thanks for all the great info and research.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenn1@cb
    United States2 months ago
  • Information +

    Ryan’s podcast gives me more information and facts than any other podcast I know of. I sometimes listen to his episodes twice to make sure I understand the topic. It’s worth it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    javabum*
    United States2 months ago

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It's a Numbers Game: Democrats Think Trump Assassination Attempts Were FAKE? Shocking New Poll Revealed
Q: What is the impact of Calais (likely Calab) decision on race in redistricting?
The host notes that state-level rules around race and redistricting vary, with some states considering race in voting rights laws; the overall impact depends on each state's legal framework and who controls the state legislatures, suggesting limited, state-specific changes.
It's a Numbers Game: Democrats Think Trump Assassination Attempts Were FAKE? Shocking New Poll Revealed
Q: If New York and other states were to do proportional representation, would there be districts that they run in at large?
Ryan explains proportional representation as statewide slates with seats allocated by percentage of votes; in the example of New York in 2024, Republicans would gain seats under PR, potentially changing how districts are represented and eliminating traditional gerrymandering dynamics.
It's a Numbers Game: Medicaid Fraud, Falling Birthrates & the Future of America’s Cities
Q: What are the scale and mechanics of the fraud you're seeing?
Many offices in this space are empty, but they still bill, sometimes through multi-layered LLCs and middlemen; some operators pay themselves hefty amounts while not actually providing care, illustrating a pervasive fraud ecosystem across multiple buildings and corridors in Ohio.
It's a Numbers Game: Medicaid Fraud, Falling Birthrates & the Future of America’s Cities
Q: How does the home health care waiver work and why does it create room for fraud?
The program started as a cost-saving measure by sending nurses to patients' homes, but expanded to allow non-medical helpers and even family members to be paid, dramatically increasing the number of actors eligible for payments and creating incentives to inflate hours and services.
It's a Numbers Game: Medicaid Fraud, Falling Birthrates & the Future of America’s Cities
Q: What tipped you off about Ohio as a focal point for Medicaid fraud?
A newly released federal database on Medicaid spending revealed codes prone to abuse, and further data digging pointed to Columbus as a major epicenter of Somali communities involved in home health care fraud schemes, with a complex network of middlemen and LLCs.

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- Data-driven political and policy analysis focused on polling, elections, and where public opinion is headed. Episodes frequently center on demographics, voting behavior, and how economic forces like gas prices or inflation interact with political dynamics, often using charts, surveys, and expert guest commentary to illuminate trends.

- Noteworthy for data storytelling that blends polling context, policy implications, and timely issues (AI policy, immigration, redistricting, and midterm/election dynamics), with practical insights for campaigns, sponsors, and media buyers seeking a numbers-driven angle. The show often features interviews with journalists, pollsters, and think-tank or advocacy insiders to ground bold claims in data while mai... more

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