Ryan Nahmias

The First Term

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Ryan Nahmias breaks down today’s biggest political events and debates into straightforward, relatable conversations designed for people in their 20s and 30s. No jargon. No endless talking points. Just clear explanations, honest insights, and a touch of humor to make sense of the noise. Whether it’s elections, policy shifts, global issues, or social debates, I cut through the complexity and deliver content that’s easy to digest — giving you the context you need to understand what’s happening and why it matters to you. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the news or tuned out because politics see...

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Ryan Nahmias

Episodes

State of the Union & the State of Our Country 06.03.2026 31:12

Ryan breaks down the Presidents State of the Union address, the state of our country, CA taxes, and the growing global tensions around the world.

Fraud, ICE, and Our Struggle to Find Unity 10.02.2026 36:12

Fraud, ICE, and a nation that feels more divided than ever. In this episode, I try to make sense of the chaos, talk unity, and question whether we’re more disconnected than we realize - all from the perspective of a 26-year-old idiot figuring it out in real time.

A 26-Year-Old’s Take on Housing Affordability 29.12.2025 39:11

Ryan tackles what it’s like to buy a first home in CA & NY specifically. Blanket policies are not the answer, there must be state specific law put in place to tackle this issue. Venezuela, Trump current events, and more.

The Follower Generation 26.11.2025 42:01

Ryan discusses the Gen Z’s desire to belong to something, even if that something is rotten at the core. He also covers recent political news following the re-opening of the government, Trumps 50 year mortgage plan & more.

What Do You Mean the Government Shut Down? 14.10.2025 37:00

Breaking down what the government shutdown really means, how the House can get it resolved, and other current events - from Newsom’s mask mandate to the job market and more.

The Legacy of Charlie Kirk & The Importance of Free Speech in America 30.09.2025 36:39

In this episode, we will be discussing the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, the right to freedom of speech in this country, and the fallout of the last couple of weeks in America.