The Riley Gaines Show

Riley Gaines sits down with Jen Sey to discuss the WNBA, transgender eligibility in women's sports, fan harassment, and the future of women's basketball. They also examine sports governance, league marketing, and why supporting women's athletics means showing up.

What does the future of women's sports look like? Riley Gaines is joined by Jen Sey, former elite gymnast and women's sports advocate, for a conversation about the WNBA, fairness in female athletics, and the challenges facing those who speak out.

They discuss the WNBA's response to questions about player eligibility, the debate over sex-based rules in sports, and whether other athletic organizations will follow similar policies. Jen also recounts her experience attending a WNBA game in San Francisco, including the hostile reactions she and her friends say they encountered while wearing shirts supporting women's sports.

The conversation expands to athlete advocacy, sex-verification policies in tennis, national anthem protests, and the role of politics in professional sports. Riley and Jen also discuss the WNBA's marketing, fan experience, and business strategy, asking how women's basketball can attract and retain a broader audience.

Throughout the episode, they make the case for supporting female athletes by attending games and investing in women's sports.

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A six-year-old girl says a boy in her class followed her into the girls’ bathroom. When her parents went to Santa Fe Public Schools for answers, they say they learned the school had a gender support plan in place—and were told they weren’t entitled to information about the other student.

On The Riley Gaines Show, Kristy Borrego Ojinaga recounts the meetings with school administrators, her questions about student privacy and parental notification, and the curriculum she says she was allowed to review only after pushing for access. She explains why her family eventually pulled their children from the district and began homeschooling—and why she decided to speak publicly about the policies.

Riley and Kristy discuss what happened, the family’s fight for greater transparency, and the administrative complaint filed against the district on behalf of Kristy and other concerned parents.
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Why has Ella Langley faced criticism for hunting—and what role does hunting play in wildlife conservation?

On this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley sits down with Gabriella Hoffman, director of the Center for Energy and Conservation at Independent Women’s Forum, outdoor writer, and podcaster, to discuss the controversy surrounding Langley’s hunting photos and the broader debate over hunting in America.

Hoffman explains her perspective on how hunters contribute to conservation funding, why wildlife management matters, and the concerns associated with unmanaged deer populations. The conversation also explores the differences between sourcing wild game and purchasing meat at the grocery store.

Then, Riley and Gabriella turn to women and firearm ownership, discussing personal responsibility, firearm training, self-defense, and the Second Amendment. They also examine why hunters and gun owners should pay attention to elections and public policy.

Whether you follow country music, enjoy the outdoors, or want to understand the debate over hunting and conservation, this conversation examines the arguments behind a controversial topic.

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The Cornell 7 case has dominated social media—but are people rushing to conclusions before all the facts are known?

In this episode, Riley Gaines sits down with Paula Scanlan to discuss the allegations surrounding the Cornell 7, why due process matters, how social media shapes public opinion, and what happens when viral narratives outpace investigations. They also examine the "I Am Jane Doe" movement, the role of evidence, false accusation cases like Duke Lacrosse, and why waiting for verified facts isn't the same as ignoring victims.

Whether you agree or disagree, this conversation explores the importance of truth, accountability, and letting the legal process play out before forming conclusions.

Topics include:

The Cornell 7 case

Due process vs. trial by social media

The "I Am Jane Doe" movement

False accusations and the Duke Lacrosse case

College culture and accountability

Social media's influence on public opinion

Parenting lessons for sons and daughters

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At just 20 years old, Nevaeh Souza has become one of the fastest-growing conservative voices in Generation Z.

In this conversation with Riley Gaines, Nevaeh shares how growing up on a homeschool homestead shaped her worldview, why she chose to publicly defend her Christian faith despite losing much of her audience, and what she's learned about speaking with conviction in today's online culture.

They discuss:

• Why Gen Z is embracing faith and traditional values• Homeschooling myths and entrepreneurship• Speaking openly about Christianity online• Cancel culture and free speech• The pro-life movement and reaching younger audiences• The importance of civil conversations across political differences• Nevaeh's children's book Tiny Human and its mission to support mothers

Whether you agree or disagree, this episode offers a thoughtful look at the cultural conversations shaping the next generation.

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