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The PoliticsGirl Podcast

Meidas Media Network, Leigh McGowan
Donald Trump
American Democracy
Democracy
Voting Rights
Trump Administration
Project 2025
Christian Nationalism
Republican Party
2024 Presidential Election
Voter Suppression
American Politics
Fascism
United States
Women's Rights
Gerrymandering
Healthcare
Civil Rights
Domestic Extremism
Abortion Rights
Veterans

American Democracy is not promised to us and, with all the forces working against it, saving it will take a level of work most people aren’t ready for. The Politics Girl Podcast is here to give people a reason to care and a reason to fight. Our goal is to inspire. To instill in people a true understanding of what this country COULD be, if the right people were fighting for it, and what it WILL be ... more

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Our country is a mess. As Heather Cox Richardson says, we have a president doing everything he can, with the assistance of the Supreme Court, and the capitulation of the Republicans in Congress, to overturn the system we’ve built. So what are we goin... more

We’re fired up and ready to get the country back, but what’s the most effective action to take for us to do that? In my opinion, donating to Oath, or telling Oath what you care about and want to accomplish is a great first step. As the founder of Oat... more

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Latin American expert Heidy Torres sounds the alarm on HondurasGate, a scandal of epic proportions that no one is talking about. The leaked audios show coordination between Trump, Netanyahu, the former Honduras president, and convicted narco terroris... more

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America is a wreck. The question is what are we going to do about it? As today’s guest, Timothy Snyder reminds us, every action we take, every group we join, every act of resistance we partake in, no matter how small, will help. That while the people... more

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Recent Guests

Heidy Torres
Political commentator and digital creator
Canal Rojo (as referenced in conversation)
Episode: The Biggest Scandal…A Conversation with Heidy Torres
Liz Oyer
Former DOJ pardon attorney, federal public defender, legal expert
Former DOJ, Substack, social media presence
Episode: We’re Giving These Guys Money?! : A Conversation about the Presidential Slush Fund with Liz Oyer
Sophia Lin Lakin
Director of the ACLU's Voting Rights Project
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Episode: The Return of Jim Crow: A Conversation with the ACLU’s Sophia Lin Lakin
Arielle Fodor
Educational policy influencer known as Mrs. Frasold
Educator and education policy influencer
Episode: Men Behaving Badly : A conversation with Arielle Fodor
Monte Mader
Podcast host, musician, writer and cultural critic; deconstructs Christian nationalism and alt-right influence
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Episode: Does America Hate Women? A conversation with Monte Mader
Ken Harbaugh
Former mission commander, veteran advocate, writer and producer
Ken Harbaugh Show / Substack / Valor Media
Episode: Trump’s War: A Conversation with Ken Harbaugh
Dr. Brianna Migliore
Neuroscientist, writer, educator, creator of Dysregulation Nation
Episode: How Do We Handle This?: A Conversation with Neuroscientist Dr. Brianna Migliore
Josh Shapiro
Democratic Governor of Pennsylvania
State of Pennsylvania
Episode: Where are Our Leaders? A Conversation with Governor Josh Shapiro
Deirdre Schifeling
Chief Political and Advocacy Officer at the ACLU, former Advocacy Director at the White House Office of Political Strategy and Outreach
ACLU
Episode: ICE out for GOOD: A Conversation with the ACLU

Host

Leigh McGowan
Host of The Politics Girl Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 5.8k ratings
  • Help in the chaos

    I look forward to this podcast every week. Leigh’s breakdown on on these topics is a lifesaver.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AndyAbshere
    United States2 months ago
  • Supergirl Energy

    Us girls need to stick together and Leigh is our favorite Superhero 💙

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lmesservy
    United States2 months ago
  • One of the BEST

    Politics Girl is seriously one of the best at this! She tells it to you straight and is so well informed! Love when she brings on her fellow Canadian Joanna Johnson like today’s episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FigKiki1
    United States2 months ago
  • Real talk

    Leigh tells it straight and she is passionate and has great insight. She is worth the listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C.K. Wick
    United States3 months ago
  • Please remind Monte Mader

    She says that we’ve never had a female led Congress. Brings to mind one Rep Nancy Pelosi.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xxxfor_Petes_sake
    United States3 months ago

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Guests are credible and varied, bringing diverse expertise to complex topics.
Listeners appreciate direct, well-sourced political analysis and the host's clear, passionate delivery.
Shows consistently motivate civic action and informed participation in democracy.

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#79
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#224
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#118
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#229
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#180
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#84
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

This Administration is a Joke: A Conversation with Timothy Snyder
Q: Can you expand on Trump's military budget and what it signals about the regime's strategy?
The budget is a clear transactional tool aimed at bribing military and security elites to support a power grab, signaling a move away from constitutional governance toward a military-backed dictatorship if unchecked.
This Administration is a Joke: A Conversation with Timothy Snyder
Q: What should people focus on as we head into the midterms to prevent further democratic erosion?
People should build broad coalitions, recognize the systemic problems, and push for nonpartisan protections—reform money in politics, demand accountability for those who break the law, and mobilize through organized, proactive democracy work rather than passive sentiment.
The Biggest Scandal…A Conversation with Heidy Torres
Q: How about Honduras Gate? Assume that this story is completely new to us and tell us what it includes and why we should care.
The guest describes Honduras Gate as leaked audio evidence of a transnational right-wing network including Trump and Netanyahu, aimed at dismantling left-wing governments in Latin America and coordinating a pardoned Honduran leader's return to power, with implications for US-Latin America relations and regional stability.
Pass the Torch! : A Conversation with Run for Something’s Amanda Litman
Q: Do you think grassroots donors are reshaping these races and reducing the power of the DNC and old-guard structures?
Yes, grassroots funding and digital organizing are redefining how campaigns are run, with more emphasis on local, community-rooted candidates and modern tech-enabled organizing.
Pass the Torch! : A Conversation with Run for Something’s Amanda Litman
Q: What is the difference between 2017, 2018 and 2025, 2026 in terms of the people coming to Run For Something and who wants to sign up to run?
People are motivated by a desire to be heard and to see real change; they want to run now rather than wait, focusing on authentic leadership and practical community impact.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The PoliticsGirl Podcast

What is The PoliticsGirl Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show delivers urgent, accessible political analysis focused on American democracy, governance, and civic engagement. Episodes frequently tackle voting rights, legislative reform, media influence, and the role of elites and institutions in shaping policy. Notable strength lies in hosting guests who are scholars, policymakers, organizers, and journalists, providing both historical context and practical steps for listeners to participate, vote, and advocate for reform. A distinctive edge is the host's direct, no-nonsense style and willingness to challenge established narratives, making complex policy topics approachable to a broad audience. This combination makes it useful for listeners who want clear perspectives on how current events af... more

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2. Liz Oyer
3. Sophia Lin Lakin
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5. Monte Mader
6. Ken Harbaugh
7. Dr. Brianna Migliore
8. Josh Shapiro

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