The Riley Rant

Episode 19 offers very simple advice: Shut Up! Sometimes, silence is the best policy. We have to realize that our words can confine our aspirations, adversely impact others, and, as psychological studies show, can prevent us from accomplishing our goals.

With yet another individual in Trump's orbit (son-in-law and senior adviser Jared Kushner) reportedly having covert communications with the Russians, Episode 18 poses one, simple question: Are we Russian to conclusions?

As we celebrate Mother's Day, it's only right that I bring my mother, Sharon, onto The Riley Rant to share her story, reflect on my childhood, and get some much needed advice on how to navigate the world.

On May 4, 2017, House Republicans were able to muster up enough votes on their second attempt and The American Health Care Act (AHCA) now heads to the Senate, where it faces additional obstacles. Check out this episode to get caught up to speed and to better understand the implications, if this were to be signed into law.

Every President since FDR has been measured (whether they like it or not) on their effectiveness in their first 100 days. April 29, 2017 marked Trump's 100th day in office. In keeping with this tradition, Episode 15 is a political rant assessing Trump's actions and effectiveness within the first 100 days and discusses what we can expect in the coming months.

Though we don't talk about it enough, millions of people are grappling with feelings of loneliness to varying degrees. In this episode, I discuss loneliness, not believing everything you see on social media, and how we must work to destigmatize mental health.

The first few years after college can be extremely challenging, difficult, and confusing. Caroline Kitchener, author of "Post Grad: Five Women and Their First Year Out of College," stops by to share details on her book and what she has learned about herself and life throughout the process.

Learn more about the author and buy the book: https://carolinekitchener.com/home

We're getting closer to getting rid of cloture. Check out this political rant to learn more about cloture and "the nuclear option" and how they both relate to the recent Supreme Court confirmation and our Senate's ability to function as a deliberative body going forward.

Episode 11 is centered on the professional realm. I offer practical advice on how to think about your job search, how to craft your resume, and the importance of networking your way into future opportunities.

With the upcoming House vote to repeal Obamacare, I discuss the the Affordable Care Act and the Republican's American Health Care Act.