Riley Gaines has become one of the most recognizable voices in the fight to protect women's sports, but in this conversation, we got to see another side of her as a wife, a new mom, and a woman learning to balance purpose with peace.
Riley and her husband Louis sat down with me to talk about faith, marriage, and how they've stayed grounded through all the chaos of public life. We talked about their journey as newlyweds, how becoming parents has changed their perspective, and what it really feels like to be thrust into the national spotlight.
Riley opened up about the pressure of being a public figure, the criticism she faces, and how she finds strength in her faith and in her relationship with Louis. Together, they shared how they handle disagreements, protect their marriage, and stay focused on what matters most: family, purpose, and truth.
It's a rare and refreshing look at the woman behind the headlines, and the man who's been by her side through it all.
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Chapters:
00:00:00: Intro
00:03:09: Why Riley Gaines Is Ready for Baby #2
00:05:04: What Labor and Delivery Were Like for Louis
00:12:34: Life After Delivery: How Things Have Changed
00:17:06: Fears Leading Up to Delivery
00:35:23: Vaccines and Parenthood Choices
00:49:53: The "Push Present"
00:54:35: Who Is Louis Barker?
01:01:33: How Louis Proposed to Riley
01:10:08: Learning to Use Her Voice
01:16:30: Reliving the Day Riley Was Trapped Inside a Classroom at San Francisco State University
01:29:04: When It All Feels Like Too Much
01:33:31: The Assassination of Charlie Kirk
01:35:34: Faith
01:45:06: The One Thing Everyone Should Know About Louis
01:47:47: The One Thing Everyone Should Know About Riley
01:49:30: What Riley and Louis Want Life to Be Like for Margot
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