The Pod Millennial with Libby Emmons

In this episode of The Pod Millennial, host Libby Emmons examines the controversial policy allowing biological men who identify as transgender to be housed in California's women's prisons.In an exclusive interview, Libby spoke to Tomiekia Johnson, an inmate at the Central California Women's Facility in Chowchilla who was convicted after a fatal domestic violence altercation with her husband. Johnson describes being forcibly housed with convicted male rapists and child molesters, detailing sexual harassment, assault, and retaliation she and other women have faced for speaking out — while alleging that the men involved face little to no consequences.Johnson also discusses the Department of Justice's ongoing investigation into the California prison system, led by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon.The episode is sponsored by Home Title Lock and Sound Money.LINKS: Subscribe to Libby's daily newsletter at libbysdesk.comFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsFind all episodes at thepodmillennial.comSupport our AMAZING sponsors:Home Title Lock https://www.hometitlelock.com/libbySound Money: www.sound.money/libbySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

At just 17 years old, Wyatt Sharpe has already interviewed a former Canadian prime minister, cabinet ministers, and some of the biggest names in politics. Now, he's speaking out against his own government's proposal to ban social media for anyone under 16.In this episode of The Pod Millennial, Wyatt shares what it's really like growing up in the digital age, how social life has changed for teenagers since the pandemic, and what it's like building a career in journalism while still in high school.We also discuss Canada's proposed social media restrictions, why similar proposals are gaining momentum in the United Kingdom, and whether the United States could be next. Are these bans protecting children—or limiting parental choice and free expression?Join Libby Emmons and Wyatt Sharpe for a thoughtful conversation about parenting, technology, politics, and what the next generation thinks about growing up online.LINKS: Subscribe to Libby's daily newsletter at libbysdesk.comFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsFind all episodes at thepodmillennial.comSupport our AMAZING sponsor Home Title Lock! https://www.hometitlelock.com/libbyWyatt Sharpe’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhn_GMYu97kSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Cox spent years on the U.S. Secret Service's most wanted list for mortgage fraud and title theft before serving 12 years in prison.In this eye-opening interview on The Pod Millennial with Libby Emmons, he pulls back the curtain on "house stealing"—a crime in which fraudsters forge property titles, assume a homeowner's identity, and borrow hundreds of thousands of dollars against a home they don't own, all without the real owner ever knowing.Cox walks through exactly how the scam works, sharing real examples from his own criminal past, including one scheme that netted nearly $1 million on a home purchased for a fraction of that price.Perhaps most alarming, county recording offices have no obligation to verify signatures, notary stamps, or documents before filing them. As Cox explains, if the paperwork appears to be in order, it gets recorded—no questions asked. Victims often don't discover the fraud until foreclosure notices begin arriving, by which point recovery can cost tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees.This episode also covers how listeners can protect themselves and check whether they've already been targeted, in partnership with Home Title Lock.Protect your home today: www.HomeTitleLock.com/LibbySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Libby Emmons sits down with Alleigh Marre, executive director of the American Parents Coalition, to break down a year-long investigation into YMCA summer camp policies that assign housing based on gender identity rather than sex — sometimes without informing parents. Marre explains how the YMCA, which reports stewarding $600 million a year in federal funds from agencies like HHS, HUD, and the Department of Education, is required to comply with Title IX, yet continues to blur sex-based protections for kids and staff alike.The conversation covers the legal mechanics of Title IX and how the Biden administration's reinterpretation reshaped enforcement, the real consequences for girls in sports and camp settings, and why the girls who quietly get squeezed out of teams and opportunities may be the biggest hidden cost of all. Marre and Emmons also discuss the cultural shift asking dads to get more involved, the practical steps parents can take (from sample letters to legislator scripts), and why organizing as a group of parents is more effective than going it alone.Learn more and get involved at americanparentscoalition.org. Subscribe to Libby's daily newsletter at libbysdesk.comFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsFind all episodes at thepodmillennial.comSupport our AMAZING sponsor Home Title Lock! https://www.hometitlelock.com/libbySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons sits down with New York Times bestselling author Joshua Lisec to unpack his upcoming book, "Haitians of Springfield." They go beyond the viral "cats and dogs" meme from the 2024 election cycle to explore the real story of mass migration's impact on Springfield, Ohio — from surging housing costs and strained public services to a "two-tiered justice system" and the cultural tensions between working-class residents and a so-called "empathy maxing elite." Lisec shares firsthand accounts from ten weeks of on-the-ground reporting, revealing how a Rust Belt town became a flashpoint in America's immigration debate, and what he calls a widening caste divide between heritage Americans and the NGO-driven administrative class that governs their community.Plus, a personal monologue from Libby about her lifelong love affair with Independence Day. It's a meditation on what the Fourth of July really means — a holiday with no ancient roots, entirely invented, entirely American: brash, rich, gauche, and hard-won.Subscribe to Libby's daily newsletter at libbysdesk.comFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsFind all episodes at thepodmillennial.comJoshua Lisec’s book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/06YueSVbSupport our AMAZING sponsor Home Title Lock! https://www.hometitlelock.com/libbySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this eye-opening conversation, former FBI Special Agent and licensed private investigator Tom Simon shares with Libby Emmons one of the most covert financial crimes in America: home title fraud, coined “house stealing” by the FBI.Drawing on 26 years of experience investigating financial crimes for the FBI, Tom explains how criminals can file fraudulent documents with your county clerk's office to transfer legal ownership of your home without your knowledge or permission. Once they own the property on record, they can use your home/property as collateral for loans or even sell it to unsuspecting buyers.In this episode, you'll learn:How home title fraud actually works—and why county offices aren't designed to stop it.Why victims often discover the crime only after significant financial damage has been done.Why recovering your property can be difficult, even with law enforcement involved.Who is most at risk.How homeowners can protect themselves.Learn more: Visit https://hometitlelock.com/libby and use promo code LIBBY to receive a FREE title history report to make sure you’re not already a victim.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Texas Congressman Brandon Gill joins host Libby Emmons to discuss the shifting landscape of the Democrat Party as socialists are on the rise and the party veers sharply left. It brings up serious questions about mass migration, cultural assimilation, and what it really means to be an American.Brandon Gill is one of the fiercest voices in Congress right now, and he's not holding back on The Pod Millennial. Subscribe to Libby's daily newsletter at libbysdesk.comFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsFind all episodes at thepodmillennial.comCongressman Brandon Gill on X: https://x.com/RepBrandonGillSupport our AMAZING sponsor Home Title Lock! https://www.hometitlelock.com/libbySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons sits down with Claire Ath, Executive Director of Vita et Terra — a new Catholic organization reconnecting the pro-life movement with care for the natural world. They discuss why boredom might actually be the secret ingredient for raising imaginative, resilient kids, the deeper cultural rot driving the abortion crisis, why fewer people are getting married and having children and the childcare crisis working moms face that never gets talked about.Links:Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: https://www.thepodmillennial.comLibby’s Desk Newsletter: https://libbysdesk.com/Vita et Terra: vitaetterra.org | @ClaireAnneAthSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What actually happens to collagen in your body as you age — and why does it matter? In this episode, Libby sits down with Dr. Chad Walding, Doctor of Physical Therapy and co-founder of NativePath, to break down the science of collagen: what it is, why quality matters more than most people realize, and how grass-fed sourcing affects what your body actually absorbs. Dr. Walding explains why Type I and Type III collagen make up 90% of your body's connective tissue, the difference between low-quality and high-quality products, and why consistency over 90 days is the key to real results — from joint mobility and pain relief to skin, hair, and nails.Ready to feel the difference quality collagen can make? Visit www.getnativepath.com/libby to learn more about NativePath Grass-Fed Collagen and grab today's special listener discount. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, host Libby Emmons sits down with Seamus Coughlin — cartoonist, political commentator, and creator of Freedom Toons — to talk about his ambitious new animated series, Twisted Plots. Seamus shares how a successful crowdfunding campaign helped build something conservatives have been missing: quality entertainment that doesn't preach, but still tells the truth. They dive deep into why storytelling matters more than ever and how the left captured culture by shaping the stories people consume. The conversation covers the hero's journey, the feminine archetype of Mary, the hidden Christian allegory in The Shawshank Redemption, the dangers of the villain-sympathy trend in Hollywood, and what it means to raise children with a sense of purpose and moral clarity in a culture that's working against it.Links:Enjoy the Podcast? Support Libby by checking out her sponsor NativePath: www.GetNativePath.com/LibbyFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: https://www.thepodmillennial.comLibby’s Desk Newsletter: https://libbysdesk.com/Freedom Toons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@freedomtoonsWebsite: https://freedomtoons.com/Twisted Plots: https://freedomtoons.com/twistedplots/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial — two conversations you don't want to miss.First, Ari Hoffman, West Coast Editor at The Post Millennial, joins host Libby Emmons to break down what he calls the Hamasification of American politics. They discuss a trend of Islamist-backed congressional candidates in New Jersey and Michigan, an alliance of socialists and Islamist groups quietly taking over local races... They're not hiding it anymore, and Ari's going to tell you exactly what's behind it.And then — Riley Lewis, political commentator and lifelong Californian, joins Libby to go deep on what's happening on the ground out West. Spencer Pratt versus Karen Bass in LA. Steve Hilton in the governor's race. Skyrocketing housing prices while people are fleeing the state. And a proposed billionaire's tax that could collapse the whole thing — and set a precedent for the rest of the country.Two guests. One episode. And a very clear picture of where this country is headed if we don't pay attention.LinksSponsor: Native Path: www.getnativepath.com/libbyFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: https://www.thepodmillennial.comAri Hoffman: https://x.com/thehoffatherRiley Lewis: https://x.com/RileyLewis760See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, host Libby sits down with Dr. Chad Walding, co-founder of NativePath, to unpack one of the most overlooked reasons people feel stiff, slow, and achy as they age — collagen loss. Dr. Chad explains why modern diets leave most people chronically deficient. If you've been writing off joint pain and slower recovery as "just getting older," this conversation might change how you think about your body.For Libby’s special offer-up to 45% off, head to www.getnativepath.com/libby. Try it risk-free with a 365-day money-back guarantee.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, host Libby Emmons sits down with Dan Fleuette — producer, photographer, and author of Rebels, Rogues and Outlaws — for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of art and culture in America.Dan shares the origin of his five-year photography project documenting guests of Steve Bannon's War Room, which unexpectedly became a celebrated coffee-table portrait book. The conversation then dives into the politicization of the arts: the removal of public monuments after George Floyd, DEI's takeover of galleries, publishing, and Hollywood, and the ideological gatekeeping that punishes artists who refuse to conform.They discuss the difference between meaningful political art (Picasso's Guernica, Diego Rivera) and modern "activist art" that amounts to propaganda.LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: https://www.thepodmillennial.comFind Dan Fleuette: @doitfluet on all socials | doitfluent.com | Rebels, Rogues and Outlaws on Amazon See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial — a women-only app, a man who wants in, and the Australian court case that could change everything. Libby Emmons sits down with Sall Grover who built the Giggle app to give women a safe space online. Roxy Tickle sued her for keeping him out.  Sall's court battles have been endless — but she's not done fighting. Links:Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comSupport Sall's fight, head to www.gigglecrowdfund.com.NativePath: http://getnativepath.com/libbySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Libby Emmons sits down with Dr. Chad Walding, co-founder of NativePath, to talk about how his years as a physical therapist that led him to question the conventional medical model and look to ancestral nutrition for answers to helping the human body. He explains why collagen is the most abundant protein in the body, how natural production begins declining around age 25, and why even a high-protein diet typically falls short of providing true collagen support.Visit Native Path for a special bundle deal at a fraction of the retail price - risk-free for 365 days. Act now. Supply is tight, and demand is soaring!To learn more, visit getnativepath.com/libbySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

 If representation really matters, why do we keep leaving all the boys out? What if the books your son is reading actually celebrated him, his curiosity, his courage, and his faith? On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons sits down with Brianna Gilmore of Ark Press about a brand new young adult series that's doing exactly that.American Treasure Hunters follows three teenage boys hunting for lost gold, buried secrets, and forgotten chapters of American history. We're talking about why young adult fiction has abandoned boys, how faith belongs in storytelling, and what it looks like to write heroes worth becoming. LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comArk Press: https://ark.press/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, China is running an industrial-scale organ harvesting operation — killing prisoners of conscience on demand, and for profit. Host Libby Emmons sits down with Jan Jekielek, senior editor at The Epoch Times and author of the New York Times bestseller Killed to Order. They talked about how this industry works, who the victims are, and why the U.S. may be more complicit than you think.In addition, Libby is joined by another special guest: She was a teenager when she stood on the streets of Hong Kong demanding freedom. Now she lives in exile in the UK with a one-million-dollar bounty on her head. Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Chloe Cheung joins the show to talk about the protests, and how the CCP is reaching into Western cities to silence dissidents like her.LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comKilled to Order Book: www.killedtoorder.comChloe Cheung’s organization: https://thecfhk.org/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

She launched a women's magazine in 2019 that now gets 200 million views a month — and she did it by simply giving women what they actually wanted.On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Brittany Hugoboom, editor-in-chief of Evie Magazine, joins Libby Emmons to talk about building a media empire for women who were left behind by the mainstream, why they created a dress that broke the internet, and where Evie is headed next.LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comWebsite: https://www.eviemagazine.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"Safe, legal, and rare” — remember when that was the standard? On this episode of The Pod Millennial, host Libby Emmons sits down with Kristan Hawkins, president of Students for Life, to break down how we got from that to abortion on demand at nine months. We go deep into the pro-life movement's messaging battle, and the fertility crisis.They also wrestle with the culture war over motherhood: why young women are ranking having kids near the bottom of their life goals, and whether the trad wife trend signals a genuine cultural reset or just more noise. LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comKristan Hawkins: https://www.instagram.com/kristanmercerhawkinsWebsite: https://studentsforlife.org/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Jennifer Sey — former athlete, Levi's exec, and founder of XX-XY Athletics — joins host Libby Emmons to talk about why she gave up her career to stand up for female athletes, what really happened at Levi's, and the ideology she says is erasing women from their own sports.LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJennifer Sey’s company: https://www.xx-xyathletics.com/X: https://x.com/JenniferSeySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Pod Millennial, the host Libby Emmons sits down with Nicole Neily of Defending Education, to discuss how ideological content has infiltrated K-12 schools at every level and how COVID's remote learning unexpectedly exposed parents to what was (and wasn't) being taught. She and Libby discuss declining the erosion of academic rigor and the adversarial shift in the school-parent relationship since COVID. They walk through practical steps parents can take when they encounter an objectionable curriculum — starting with the teacher and escalating through the principal, superintendent, and school board. Nicole highlights DE's indoctrination map, tip line, and network of parent groups as resources for families. LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsDefending Education: https://defendinged.org/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Pod Millennial, host Libby Emmons examines two spaces where women's safety and fairness are being compromised: women's sports and women's prisons. First, Libby speaks with Brooke Slusser, a former San Jose State women's volleyball player, who shares the shocking story of how her team was kept in the dark about having a male player on their roster — and the retaliation she faced for speaking out. Then, Libby sits down with Amie Ichikawa, formerly incarcerated co-founder of WomanIIWoman. Amie gives a firsthand account of how California transformed women's prisons — from the removal of trees and installation of industrial pepper spray and impact of the housing of violent male offenders alongside female inmates.LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsBrooke Slusser on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeslusser04 Support the legal fund through ICONS' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/icons_women/Amie Ichikawa, co-founder of WomanIIWoman: womaniiwoman.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons digs into the great Lord of the Rings controversy that broke the internet. After Jack Posobiec's viral take sparked a massive online debate, Libby sits down with Jack to explore big questions: Can a text by a Catholic author like J.R.R. Tolkien be overtly pagan while also being underpinned with elements of Christian faith? Should an author's stated intentions always be considered above any other analysis of his works? What role can pre-Christian myth play in the work of Christian artists?The conversation expands into why public expressions of faith matter more than ever in a culture increasingly hostile to Christianity, the power of symbols, the beauty of classical architecture and sacred spaces, the connections between Passover and the Last Supper, and what it means to live out your faith publicly during Holy Week.LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsX: https://x.com/JackPosobiecSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are ballet and opera dead—and is cinema next? After Timothée Chalamet sparked outrage with comments about the future of the arts, Libby Emmons sits down with Mary Morgan of Timcast’s Pop Culture Crisis to unpack why so much of modern culture feels like it’s in decline, particularly the disappearance of conservative voices in the arts. Then, the conversation turns to everyday life: why shopping feels impossible, why even expensive clothes fall apart, and why thrift stores are no longer the treasure troves they once were. They close with a candid look at looksmaxxing, Gen Z dating dynamics, and the growing sense that real relationships—and real identity—are getting harder to hold onto in a culture that feels increasingly disposable.LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsMary's links:X: https://x.com/maryarchivedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryarchived/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons sits down with legendary Irish comedy writer Graham Linehan for a wide-ranging conversation that touches on creativity, cancellation, and the state of modern entertainment. Graham opens up about his experience being ostracized from the UK comedy world for speaking out against gender ideology, the personal toll of losing lifelong friends, and his testimony before Congress. Together, they explore how gender ideology has infiltrated children's programming and mainstream entertainment, why modern TV shows like the new Star Trek feel hollow and politically driven, and the decline of creative institutions like Pixar.They also dive into the decline of Pixar and the woke infiltration of beloved franchises like Star Trek. Graham makes the case that we're at a cultural inflection point — a punk moment — where artists need to smash up the false idols, embrace creative discipline, and find new ways to reach audiences outside the legacy media machine.LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsX: https://x.com/glinner/Substack: https://grahamlinehan.substack.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Libby Emmons opens the episode reflecting on the hypocrisy and deception surrounding the COVID lockdowns—from politicians breaking their own rules to the devastating impact school closures had on children. She recalls life in Brooklyn during March 2020, the divide between the “laptop class” and essential workers, and the moment she realized public health messaging had become political theater.Then Libby is joined by New York Post columnist Karol Markowicz, who discusses leaving New York City, the decline of urban leadership, and the long-term damage COVID school closures inflicted on education.Finally, Libby interviews Natalya Murakhver, director of the documentary 15 Days, about the political decisions behind prolonged school shutdowns and the lasting consequences for an entire generation of children.LinksFollow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsKarol MarkowiczX: https://x.com/karolColumns: https://nypost.com/author/karol-markowicz/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-karol-markowicz-show/id170990547715 Days Documentaryhttps://www.15daysfilm.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons reflects on the irreplaceable nature of human creativity in an age increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. Through a personal meditation on art, memory, and meaning, she asks what we lose—and what we must protect—as our creations attempt to imitate the human spirit.Libby then sits down with popular podcaster Tim Pool for a wide-ranging conversation on AI’s rapid takeover of music, art, and media. From AI-generated songs to fully personalized entertainment ecosystems, they explore how technology is reshaping culture, dissolving shared experiences, and redefining reality itself.Finally, George Carter of Old Sovereign Publishing joins the program to discuss The Great Panathenaea, an ambitious international playwriting competition inspired by Plutarch. He and Libby examine the difference between propaganda and genuine art, the enduring power of classical storytelling.Subscribe, share, and visit thepodmillennial.com.New episodes every Tuesday.Links:Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsThe Great Panathenaea https://oldsovereignpublishing.com/pages/competitionTimcast IRL podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ma/podcast/timcast-irl/id1503517959See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons explores the cultural battles between men and women to a broader ideological takeover shaping the modern art world. First, Libby recounts how she once idolized male authors like Steinbeck, Faulkner, and Dostoevsky for their ferocity and fearlessness, while dismissing women writers as weak and overly focused on victimhood, sex, and motherhood. She searched bookstores for female voices that matched the urgency of male writers but found them disappointing.Everything changed when she became a mother herself. Suddenly, she understood why women wrote about motherhood—it transformed her art and perspective entirely. She wrote plays exploring maternal love, fear, and loss. The turning point came when she remembered a woman who embodied strength, sacrifice, and endurance through raising and losing her son, revealing that women's stories aren't weaker than men's stories; they're simply different, with their own heroic journey.Next, Libby sits down with Townhall senior columnist and novelist Kurt Schlichter, to discuss his provocative article "Men Are Going to Strike Back" and the evolving dynamics between men and women in modern America. Examining how men are reaching a breaking point — from the collapse of chivalry and the feminization of institutions to young men retreating from dating, marriage, and faith. What happens when the social contract between men and women unravels?The episode closes with artist Adam Thompson sharing his mission to restore beauty and merit to American art through The Great American Art Competition. He argues that museums and cultural institutions have drifted from craftsmanship toward ideology — and that it’s time to rebuild an art culture rooted in excellence.Subscribe, share, and visit thepodmillennial.com.New episodes every Tuesday.Links:Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsKurt SchlichterTownhall: https://townhall.com/columnists/kurtschlichterX: https://x.com/KurtSchlichterAdam ThompsonWebsite: https://abstractmiami.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abstractmiami/The Great American Art Competition: https://tgaac.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Libby Emmons reflects on why her Italian-American grandmother hated The Godfather — not because it wasn’t a cinematic masterpiece, but because of what it represented for immigrant families trying to build dignified lives in America.In this deeply personal monologue, Libby traces her grandmother’s journey from Brooklyn classrooms to apple-picking conversations and Staten Island ferry love stories. It’s a meditation on assimilation, anglicized names, quiet integration, and what happens when an ethnic legacy is reduced to stereotype.Then ULTRAFREE podcaster and Emmy-winning actress Drea de Matteo of The Sopranos joins for an honest, unscripted conversation about breaking with Hollywood orthodoxy, losing everything during the COVID mandates, raising teenagers in a hyper-political culture, and finding faith and freedom in turbulent times. From memoir writing to media manipulation to the spiritual undercurrents shaping today’s cultural battles, nothing is off-limits.This episode explores Italian-American identity, Hollywood culture, medical freedom, parenting, love, and the search for truth in a divided America.Subscribe, share, and visit thepodmillennial.com.New episodes every Tuesday.Links:Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsListen to Drea’s podcast ULTRAFREE:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ultrafree/id1873411221Follow Drea on X: https://x.com/dreadematteoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Libby Emmons for an engaging episode covering music, sports, and the shifting landscape of cultural issues in America.In This Episode:Morrissey's Comeback - Libby reflects on the legendary crooner's new single "Notre Dame" and his return to music after years of industry rejection, exploring themes of beauty, art, and cultural preservation.Phil Labonte (All That Remains) - The heavy metal frontman and Tim Cast IRL co-host discusses navigating conservative politics in the music industry, cancel culture, the evolution of rock music, and why he refuses to apologize.Katie Uhlaender (5x Olympian) - American skeleton racer Katie shares her heartbreaking story of being denied a sixth Olympic appearance due to controversial point manipulation by a Canadian coach, and her fight for athlete protection.Pamela Garfield Yeager - Mental health professional and author discusses the major shifts in the transgender medical industry.New episodes every Tuesday.Subscribe, follow, and share The Pod Millennial.Links:Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons and Jack Posobiec break down the Super Bowl and discuss how Jay-Z has driven far-left messaging in halftime shows since 2020. Libby also dives into Hollywood’s latest immigration meltdown — including Molly Ringwald comparing ICE to fascists. Plus, producer Dallas Sonnier joins the show to discuss his highly anticipated new series, The Pendragon Cycle.New episodes every Tuesday.Subscribe, follow, and share The Pod Millennial.Links:Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: www.thepodmillennial.comJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the debut episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons—Editor-in-Chief of The Post Millennial and Human Events—introduces the show and shares how she went from New York City playwright to journalist after speaking out in 2018 and watching her theater world turn overnight.Then Libby sits down with Daily Wire host Michael Knowles to break down Broadway’s latest casting controversy in Six, the difference between acting and activism, and what happens when culture trades beauty and truth for novelty and propaganda.Plus: The Post Millennial’s Canadian news editor Roberto Wakerell-Cruz joins Libby to unpack Davos, Mark Carney, Canada’s conformity problem, and the hypocrisy surrounding “land acknowledgements” and the Greenland debate.Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmonsThe Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/The Pod Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/podJust the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcastsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Pod Millennial with Libby Emmons dives into the culture shaping America today. From arts and media to politics, Libby talks with the people influencing culture from the inside out. New episodes every Tuesday, starting January 27, 2026.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.