Hour 3 - What do the numbers say?

Hour 3 of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show dives deep into the shifting landscape of American politics, voter demographics, and cultural trends, featuring data-driven insights from Ryan Girdusky, host of It’s a Numbers Game on the Clay and Buck Podcast Network. This hour delivers compelling analysis on the Republican surge among Gen Z voters, with Pew Research showing a dramatic 44-point swing toward the GOP among men under 30 and a 14-point shift among young women. Girdusky highlights how Donald Trump’s 2024 victory among young white and non-white men signals a generational realignment. The hosts explore how COVID-19 shaped political identity, comparing its impact to historical events like Vietnam and WWII. They also examine the influence of Gen X parents—America’s most Republican demographic—on younger voters, and how cultural backlash against progressive norms is fueling conservative momentum. A key segment focuses on Latino voter trends, revealing that only 8% of Latinos who supported Trump in 2024 plan to vote Democrat in 2026, with a notable drop in Democratic support among Biden-Trump voters. The conversation then shifts to Kamala Harris’s political future, with Girdusky suggesting her influence is waning within the Democratic Party. The hour also tackles gerrymandering, with claims that Democrats are more aggressive in redistricting than Republicans, citing states like Illinois, Maryland, and Massachusetts. The discussion expands to Democratic leadership, naming Bernie Sanders and AOC as rising progressive figures, while questioning the viability of candidates like Gavin Newsom, Gretchen Whitmer, and Mayor Pete. Listeners are treated to humorous commentary on broadcasting appearance standards, including critiques of Clay’s wardrobe and beard, and reflections on the scrutiny faced by male media personalities. The segment closes with updates on Clay and Buck’s YouTube channel, a push for more subscriber engagement, and a preview of upcoming original content. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8 For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuck

Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.