The Riley Gaines Show

Kappa Kappa Gamma is at the center of a federal appeals court battle over its membership policy. Now, a current Kappa member is speaking out. Florida State University student Alexis Richards joins Riley Gaines to discuss the controversy surrounding Kappa Kappa Gamma, her reaction to the legal fight involving members of the University of Wyoming chapter, and why she publicly called on her sorority to change its policies. Alexis explains why she joined Kappa, what sisterhood and sorority life have meant to her, and why learning about the controversy left her questioning what could happen at her own chapter. She also tells Riley why speaking publicly was nerve-racking—and why she decided to do it anyway. The conversation goes beyond Kappa Kappa Gamma. Riley and Alexis discuss sorority recruitment, political expression on college campuses, Alexis’ experience at Florida State University, her involvement with Turning Point USA, her plans for law school, affordability, and the issues she hears young Americans discussing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A man was admitted into their women’s sorority. These women refused to stay silent. Riley Gaines sits down with Hannah Holtenmeier and Allie Coghan to tell the story behind their legal battle with Kappa Kappa Gamma after a transgender student was admitted into their University of Wyoming sorority chapter. Hannah and Allie describe how the student went through recruitment, how they say the eventual chapter vote differed from the normal process, and what happened after the student became a member with access to the sorority house. They also describe their concerns about privacy inside a space they had joined specifically to live among women. Hannah recounts how women navigated showers and upstairs living areas after the new member was admitted, while Allie explains how the atmosphere inside the house changed as the controversy intensified. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Riley Gaines speaks with Jan Jekielek about forced organ harvesting in China, the history behind the practice, and why it raises urgent questions about medicine, consent, and human dignity. They discuss how the system works, who it targets, what it says about the Chinese Communist Party, and why this issue should concern anyone who cares about ethical medical care. This conversation also looks at the broader danger of utilitarian thinking in medicine — when the value of a human life starts to depend on usefulness, power, or convenience. It is a serious, sobering episode that connects human rights, healthcare ethics, and the future of trust in medicine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Riley Gaines for a behind-the-scenes vlog from Turning Point headquarters in Phoenix on a heavy week of remembrance and reflection. Riley talks about Charlie Kirk’s legacy, the Turning Point family, and what it means to keep showing up when the moment feels especially weighty. It is a candid, on-the-ground look at travel, studio moments, and a day spent with friends and team members while processing an important time together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Riley Gaines reflects on the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s death, the grief that followed, and how faith, family, and conviction have shaped her over the past year. She shares personal memories of Charlie, her thoughts on Erica Kirk’s strength, and why she still believes young people have a vital role in America’s future. Topics include grief, faith, legacy, Turning Point USA, and carrying Charlie’s mission forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices