It's A Numbers Game with Ryan Girdusky

Ryan Girdusky sits down with immigration expert Mark Krikorian, Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies, for a deep dive into America’s immigration debate — from rising housing costs to border security and deportations.

As new data links immigration levels to increased demand for housing, Ryan and Mark discuss how both illegal and legal immigration impact home prices, rent, and working-class Americans. They also examine President Trump’s immigration enforcement strategy, the future of mass deportations, workplace enforcement, self-deportation efforts, and the renewed push to finish the border wall.

Plus, they revisit the forgotten history of the Barbara Jordan Immigration Commission, why bipartisan immigration reform failed in the 1990s, and how past decisions shaped today’s immigration challenges.

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An explosive new allegation has sent Maine's Senate race into turmoil. In this emergency episode of It's a Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky examines the political fallout surrounding Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner after a woman publicly accused him of rape—an allegation he denies. Ryan discusses how Democratic leaders, including Chuck Schumer and other prominent party figures, quickly withdrew their support, why the campaign appears to have unraveled, and what this means for the race against Susan Collins.

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Ryan Girdusky breaks down a surprising new report on Gen Z homeownership, including why so many young buyers are purchasing homes without mortgages — and what it says about family money, affordability, and the job market.

Ryan also examines the growing panic inside the Democratic Party as Democratic Socialists gain momentum in key races, including the Michigan Senate primary and several House challenges across the country. Are Democrats finally realizing the far left could cost them winnable elections?

Plus, Ryan answers listener questions on DOGE cuts, foreign aid claims, election integrity, the SAVE Act, and whether Anna Paulina Luna could realistically run for president in 2028.

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In this episode, Ryan discusses the current state of American pride as reflected in a Gallup poll, highlighting the stark differences in sentiment across political ideologies and generations. He reflects on the achievements of America and critiques the self-hatred observed in younger generations. The conversation shifts to immigration and demographic changes, including the Great Replacement Theory, and concludes with an Ask Me Anything segment addressing listener questions about immigration policies. It's a Numbers Game is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday & Thursday. 

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The political landscape is shifting fast.

Ryan Girdusky breaks down the latest Supreme Court decisions on birthright citizenship and girls' sports, explaining what the rulings mean for President Trump, the Constitution, and the future of state authority. Former Trump administration official Theo Wold joins the show with behind-the-scenes insight, having helped draft an executive order on birthright citizenship and worked on the Idaho law that became a landmark Supreme Court case.

Ryan also analyzes brand-new polling from the New York Times and Fox News, highlighting critical Senate battlegrounds in Alaska, Iowa, Maine, North Carolina, Ohio, Georgia, and Texas. Are Republicans headed for a difficult 2026 midterm election, or are the races still too close to call?

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As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Ryan Girdusky takes a hard look at The New York Times' 16-part America 250 opinion series and explains why he believes many contributors missed the point of celebrating the United States.

Ryan breaks down essays from prominent New York Times writers, discussing topics including immigration, globalization, refugees, patriotism, America's founding ideals, and the country's role on the world stage. He contrasts those perspectives with what he believes truly defines the American experiment: hard work, entrepreneurship, individual liberty, charity, opportunity, and the nation's extraordinary history.

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Are millennials really the "poor generation," or has the narrative simply outlived the facts?

In this episode of It's a Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky breaks down the data behind the POOR MILLENNIAL stereotype and explains why today's millennials are far more financially successful than many people believe. From homeownership rates and income growth to the lasting effects of the 2008 financial crisis, Ryan separates perception from reality.

He also explores why many millennials continue to support progressive politics despite improving economic outcomes, arguing that culture—not finances—is driving today's political divide.

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Has New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's ambitious agenda already run into reality?

In this episode, Ryan sits down with John Ketcham, Senior Fellow and Director of Cities at the Manhattan Institute, to examine whether Mayor Mamdani can actually deliver on the sweeping promises that helped propel him into office

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Birth rates are collapsing across the globe, and the consequences could reshape economies, cultures, and entire nations.

In this episode, Ryan Girdusky sits down with demographer Lyman Stone of the Institute for Family Studies to discuss the worldwide fertility crisis, declining marriage rates, population collapse, and why fewer Americans are choosing to have children. They explore the demographic challenges facing the United States, Europe, Latin America, and Asia, while examining how culture, politics, religion, economics, and family values are influencing fertility trends.

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Are Democratic Socialists becoming the new power center of the Democratic Party?

In this episode of It's a Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky examines the growing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), the rise of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, and how socialist-backed candidates are winning races across the country. Ryan breaks down recent DSA victories in New York, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., and beyond, while exploring what these developments could mean for the future of the Democratic Party and American politics.

Ryan also discusses the DSA's expanding platform, the growing divide between establishment Democrats and progressive activists, and why conservatives should pay attention to the movement's momentum at the local level.

Plus, Ryan answers listener questions on Social Security, Greenland, Mississippi's economic future, birthright citizenship, California elections, and more during an extended Ask Me Anything segment.

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