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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
Fascism
2024 Presidential Election
Voter Suppression
United States
American Politics
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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Today’s guest Sherrilyn Ifill reminds us that nothing we do to help our country right now is wasted. It’s time we really decided who we are and who we want to be. We are drowning in moral decay in America right now and it’s demoralizing. The weakness... more

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With the election coming up, fascism expert Jason Stanley, tells us not to think of our vote as midterm vote, but as an existential one. That changing the course of the world is actually in the American voter’s grasp. That if we turn out to vote agai... more

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Indivisible’s Leah Greenberg reminds us that the powers that be want us to just give up. That they have done everything they can to disrupt the process of voting. To scare or discourage people out of voting. To make voting itself feel so uncertain th... more

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In the past week, along with the horrendous Cornell 7, the news included: A man who jacked off to the woman next to him on a plane and United Airlines refused to deal with it, and made her go back to her seat. We discovered an LSU football player was... more

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Recent Guests

Sherrilyn Ifill
Civil Rights Lawyer, Law Professor, Endowed Chair in Civil Rights at Howard University
Howard University / NAACP LDF
Episode: Vote to Save Democracy. A Conversation with Sherrilyn Ifill
Jason Stanley
American philosopher and leading scholar on fascism
University of Toronto (current) / author of How Fascism Works, Erasing History, How Propaganda Works
Episode: We Can Beat These Fascists: An Uplifting Conversation with Jason Stanley
Leah Greenberg
Co-founder and co-executive director of Indivisible
Indivisible
Episode: Neuter the King! : A Conversation with Indivisible’s Leah Greenberg
Sami Sage
Co-founder and chief brand officer of Betches Media; author and journalist
Betches Media
Episode: America Has a Problem with Men: A Conversation with Sami Sage
Ami Fields-Meyer
Former White House Senior Policy Advisor, Senior Fellow on Democracy at the Harvard Kennedy School, author of On Courage, How to Be a Dissident in an Age of Fear
Harvard Kennedy School / Author
Episode: Why Are We Giving These Losers a Monopoly Over our Future? : A conversation with Ami Fields-Meyer
Jessica Tarlov
Liberal co-host of The Five, author
Fox News, The Five, liberal commentator
Episode: I Disagree: A conversation with Jessica Tarlov
Skye Perryman
President and CEO of Democracy Forward
Democracy Forward
Episode: Find Hope While Not Ignoring Reality: A conversation with Democracy Forward’s Skye Perryman
Matthew Cooke
Oscar-nominated filmmaker, writer, creator of Survivor's Guide to Earth
Survivor's Guide to Earth
Episode: Survivor’s Guide to Earth: A Conversation with Matthew Cooke
Jen Rafferty
Author, speaker, founder of The Empowered Educator
The Empowered Educator
Episode: Save the Teachers. Save the World: A Conversation with Dr. Jen Rafferty

Host

Leigh McGowan
Host of The Politics Girl Podcast, focused on democracy, policy, and civic engagement.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 5.9k ratings
  • Men Mentoring Boys!

    Thank you for speaking up about this and for mentoring your son. I attended a violence against women conference at the UN 20 years ago. There were very few men in attendance. I found the one panel where men were speaking. Their conclusion was violence against girls and women will stop only when men mentor and teach boys to NOT violate females AND men call out other men when they are abusive. We need fathers, coaches, and male teachers to step up on a DAILY basis. They need to talk and mentor b... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    holycowwow1
    United States23 days ago
  • Love your honest, no-nonsense approach & integrity

    Your passion,

    strength, & honest delivery of the news - and your humor! - keep me hopeful & inspired when I’m overwhelmed by the corruption & chaos of our world. Thank you! Keep up the good work! And never stop fighting the Good Fight!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katyogareiki
    United States2 months ago
  • Appreciate you!

    From every episode I learn so much from you and your guests. Thank you so much for all that you do. Independent media is one of our only sources of truth. Keep on keeping on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KiraAkelah
    United States2 months ago
  • 21 July episode

    GREAT CONVERSATION! I love this lady! Thanks to the YouTube algorithm I came across Leigh’s fantastic rants! Now I’m addicted to her podcast. Smart, tough and beautiful. Sweeps the floor with those MAGA idiots on CNN.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PDeParis65
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Another great discussion. As a conservative I started listening to Leigh to help me not be in an echo chamber. Fast forward to now I now lean left 😂 We're always learning!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    BuckleheadDan
    4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests bring credibility and diverse perspectives on democracy and policy.
Energetic and motivating host who challenges listeners to engage civically.
Strong respect for accountability and integrity in political discourse.
Thoughtful, well-researched and accessible explanations of complex policy.
Audiences appreciate the direct, receipts-backed approach to current events and history.

Chart Rankings

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#190
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Vote to Save Democracy. A Conversation with Sherrilyn Ifill
Q: Why is local governance emphasized as part of a healthy democracy?
Local offices like sheriffs and city councils affect daily rights and community outcomes; understanding and participating in these races builds a broader foundation for rights and protections beyond the presidency.
Vote to Save Democracy. A Conversation with Sherrilyn Ifill
Q: What can voters do in the weeks leading up to the election to safeguard democracy?
Vote knowledgeably, understand every office on the ballot, participate in local elections, check registration, and plan for contingencies like provisional ballots; stay engaged after voting to hold leaders accountable.
Survivor’s Guide to Earth: A Conversation with Matthew Cooke
Q: So tell me what you mean by that. Where did that image come from?
The image reflects a hopeful, child-centered metaphor for Earth; it represents a need to rethink our future away from mechanistic, profit-driven systems and toward a collaborative, planetary stewardship that starts with kids and works up to adults.
Last Line of Defense: A Conversation with California Attorney General Rob Bonta
Q: Why pursue antitrust actions against large mergers like Paramount-Warner Brothers?
To prevent monopolies, protect consumer welfare, preserve competition across multiple markets, and secure structural remedies that ensure ongoing fairness beyond punitive fines.
Last Line of Defense: A Conversation with California Attorney General Rob Bonta
Q: What is the primary job of the state attorney general in California?
To enforce the laws of the state, marshal facts, apply the law, and hold individuals and corporations accountable to protect the public and uphold the constitution.

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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?

A sharp, analytic look at American democracy, elections, and governance from a host who blends policy know-how with passionate advocacy. The show frequently maps current events to historical context, exploring antitrust actions, state power, fund-raising dynamics, and the mechanics of democratic resilience. Guests range from prominent historians and legal experts to organizers and political commentators, yielding conversations that are both deeply informed and action-oriented. The tone is rigorous but accessible, with a clear emphasis on accountability, civic participation, and strategies to defend democratic norms. A standout element is the host's personal perspective as an immigrant, which often adds a practical, everyday lens to big-pict... more

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1. Sherrilyn Ifill
2. Jason Stanley
3. Leah Greenberg
4. Sami Sage
5. Ami Fields-Meyer
6. Jessica Tarlov
7. Skye Perryman
8. Matthew Cooke

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