Leigh McGowan
Producer and host of the Politics Girl podcast who guides the conversation, frames current political events for listeners, and conducts interviews with guests like Heather Cox Richardson.
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Mar 19, 2025 • 1h 6min
A Love Letter to Canada
In this engaging conversation, guests Marcus Kolga, a Canadian writer and expert on Russian disinformation, and Leigh McGowan, known as Politics Girl, tackle the importance of voter engagement in Canada. They warn against the potential rise of authoritarianism if citizens don't participate in upcoming elections. The duo also discusses the threat of Russian disinformation and the influence of U.S. politics on Canadian democracy. Listeners are inspired to take action, resist disinformation, and uphold democratic values in the face of creeping division and external pressures.
Sep 17, 2024 • 37min
A Return to Common Sense: A Conversation with Leigh McGowan
Leigh McGowan, a political commentator and author passionate about revitalizing American ideals, joins David Rothkopf to share insights from her new book. They discuss the urgent need to reclaim core American values like freedom and representation, highlighting the dangers of political ignorance and the risks to voting rights. McGowan emphasizes the importance of inclusive patriotism and collective action to defend democracy, offering a hopeful path forward for Americans to engage in the political process and steer the nation back on track.
