Sweet Tea in D.C.! Ariana Guajardo is joined by Jayme Franklin, CEO of The Conservateur. The ladies sit down to talk about about empowering Gen Z conservative women, embracing faith, and redefining femininity. They dive into the story behind The Conservateur which has built a vibrant community through fashion, culture, and politics. The Sweet Tea Series Socials: linktr.ee/sweetteaseries The Conservateur: instagram.com/theconservateur
Jul 31, 2025•27 min•Ep. 56
In this episode, Ariana Guajardo is joined by D’rinda Randall, Vice Chairwoman of the Republican Party of Texas. They explore issues like taxpayer-funded lobbying being taken up during Special Session. The ladies also talk about the importance of civil engagement and how motherhood fits into and encourages a purpose-filled life. Follow The Sweet Tea Series on Instagram: www.instagram.com/spillingsweettea #TexasPolitics #ConservativeMovement #txlege
Jul 24, 2025•49 min•Ep. 55
In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series, host Ariana Guajardo sits down with Britt Allen and Carly Widner from the Right on Crime team at the Texas Public Policy Foundation to discuss their new initiative, the Justice Collective. Learn how this digital expansion is making criminal justice policy accessible and engaging for everyday people, especially young conservatives, through a vibrant, feminine aesthetic on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Substack. Britt and Carly explain how they’re r...
Jul 17, 2025•36 min•Ep. 54
Is the choice for women just farm or corner office? Join Ariana Guajardo on The Sweet Tea Series as she dives into the 10th annual Young Women's Leadership Summit hosted by Turning Point USA in Grapevine, Texas. Ariana reflects on the evolving role of women in the conservative movement, exploring cultural shifts, motherhood, and the balance between career and family. She breaks down speeches from Dana Loesch, Charlie Kirk, Erika Kirk, and Brett Cooper, and discusses key topics like Second Amendm...
Jun 19, 2025•24 min•Ep. 53
Grab a glass of sweet tea with Ariana Guajardo and guest, Dr. Marianna Orlandi, from the Austin Institute for Family and Culture! They chat on strengthening family bonds, navigating modern society, and question if America is getting more conservative. Tune in for sparkling insights on building community and cherishing Western heritage. ✨
Jun 12, 2025•43 min•Ep. 52
In this episode, Ariana Guajardo and Senior Editor of The Texan, McKenzie DiLullo, dive into all the Texas legislative session drama. From the "Maundy Thursday Massacre" to bail reform and school choice, they unpack the political tea heating up Austin. The ladies also discuss the Diddy Trial shaking Hollywood, new dress code rules at the Cannes Film Festival, and national security. Don’t miss the latest on Texas politics, pop culture, and more! Find us on socials: https://linktr.ee/sweetteaserie...
May 22, 2025•34 min•Ep. 51
Join host Ariana Guajardo and tech policy analyst Grayson Gee for a lively sip of sweet tea as they spill on Texas tech policy, from right-to-repair laws to the App Store Accountability Act sparking online drama. They dive into AI’s role in daily life, crunchy midyear resolutions, and the unexpected rise of American Pope Leo XIV, who’s tackling AI’s ethical challenges. Follow Sweet Tea! https://linktr.ee/sweetteaseries
May 15, 2025•40 min•Ep. 50
Join Ariana Guajardo and guest Mandy Drogin, Campaign Director of Next Generation Texas, as they dive into the historic Texas School Choice law, its impact on parents and kids, and what’s next for education freedom. Plus, catch up on pop culture with movie re-releases like Pride and Prejudice and Star Wars Episode 3, a preview of Angel Studios’ King of Kings, and reactions to The Guardian’s controversial article on conservative women. Don’t miss the latest on the Met Gala other current events!...
May 06, 2025•38 min•Ep. 49
In this eye-opening episode of the Sweet Tea Series, host Ariana Guajardo sits down with Texas State Representative Hillary Hickland to spill the tea on the wild stories coming out of public schools. From hidden gender transitions to explicit materials in libraries, Representative Hickland shares her journey from concerned mom to legislator, fighting for transparency and family values. Learn about her bills tackling school safety, child protection, and parental rights—plus, how you can get invol...
Apr 08, 2025•34 min•Ep. 48
Join Ariana Guajardo on The Sweet Tea Series as we dive into the hottest topic buzzing online: the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement! In this episode, we’re spilling the sweet tea with two incredible women—Jess Brasington, founder of Mama Bears Rising, and Brigid Rasmussen, former Team Kennedy Chief of Staff and COO of MAHA Action. From transparency in food labels to banning artificial dyes in school lunches, we’re unpacking how MAHA is reshaping health, politics, and pop culture across...
Apr 01, 2025•38 min•Ep. 47
Vanessa Sivadge was fired from Texas Children’s Hospital after she blew the whistle on their secret gender procedures for minors—violating both her Christian beliefs and Texas law. Now, she’s fighting back with Protecting Texas Children, an organization dedicated to safeguarding kids from harmful medical interventions. In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series Ariana Guajardo sits down with Vanessa who shares her story, the shocking details of what she witnessed, and what every parent needs to kno...
Mar 25, 2025•29 min•Ep. 46
Right On Crime's Rachel Wright breaks down criminal justice and talks motherhood, work-life balance, Legally Blonde, and mens rea reform.
Mar 11, 2025•20 min•Ep. 45
How do we bring faith, history, and tradition back to the heart of our communities? In this episode, host Ariana sits down with Andrea Justus, a school board member in Wimberley, Texas, and the community coordinator for Restoring Faith in America. Andrea shares how this movement is working to restore faith in communities across the country, bring history and tradition back to the public square, and build a network of FaithBlazers—leaders dedicated to fostering a new generation of informed and en...
Mar 03, 2025•30 min•Ep. 44
Representative Caroline Fairly, the youngest Republican woman and first gen z representative in the Texas House, joins Ariana to chat about what it's like to be the youngest representative, cell phones in schools, water policy, and the It Ends With Us controversy. Explore the podcast
Feb 19, 2025•31 min•Ep. 43
2024 was a LONG YEAR, and we go over EVERYTHING - trends, movies, drama, politics, and more!
Jan 10, 2025•44 min•Ep. 42
All we want for Christmas is reliable energy 🎄 Ari chats with Jason Isaac, former state representative and founder of the American Energy Institute, to discuss a pressing global issues we often overlook—energy poverty. Jason shares his expertise on how the lack of access to reliable, affordable energy is crippling communities in developing countries, with a special focus on the disproportionate impact it has on women. Energy poverty doesn’t just mean living without electricity; it has far-reach...
Dec 12, 2024•34 min•Ep. 41
The tea has been PIPING HOT. Ariana is joined by McKenzie DiLullo, senior editor of The Texan. They talk about the Zach Bryan drama, how Trump will influence Texas, and McKenzie's career journey.
Nov 26, 2024•26 min•Ep. 40
DEI is burning through our colleges - sometimes, literally. Today, Ariana chats with Kate Bierly, a college volleyball player and alumnus of the "wokest" university in America, about men in women's sports, diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and courses, the idea of "intersectionality," and more!
Oct 31, 2024•29 min•Ep. 39
Is the Bible back in schools? To answer that question, Ari is joined by experienced Texas teacher, Courtney Bagley, to talk homecoming, Texas' new curriculum, and what "cultural context" means for Texas school kids. Hint--it means they'll be able to understand common sayings, phrases, and the American ideals.
Oct 17, 2024•25 min•Ep. 38
Aliyah Formont joins Ariana Guajardo to chat TikTok cruise drama and drop new information on Texas' emerging water crisis - things are about to get real dry, real quick if we don't act!
Sep 24, 2024•33 min•Ep. 37
Join Ari as she chats with Sherry Sylvester, an award-winning journalist and political insider on all things Texas, as they break down women's voting trends in 2024, feminism and femininity in the modern world, and what the future looks like for women in politics.
Sep 05, 2024•51 min•Ep. 36
Tired of trying? Be brat . Join Ari and America to dissect "brat summer," whether it's healthy for our self-image, and what might be the antidote to the self-aggrandizing brat culture: homeschooling. America also talks about what it was like to be one of six homeschooled kids, classical education, and her mother's unconventionally strong example.
Aug 20, 2024•34 min•Ep. 35
The Ballerina Farm drama has the internet going CRAZY, and the olympics aren't any different. Ariana sits down with Grace and Ella Grace to spill the sweet tea and discuss what it all means - especially in light of Title IX reform. Instagram: @spillingsweettea
Aug 06, 2024•40 min•Ep. 34
Ariana Guajardo is joined by Kristen Eichamer from the Problematic Women Podcast. They discuss discuss the threat to kids' online safety - especially in light of Kris Tyson's behavior. They also talk about how Americans can support their Olympic athletes without accepting the attack on Christianity.
Jul 30, 2024•26 min•Ep. 33
This week, Taylor traveled to Washington, D.C. to sit down with Kelsey Good, Digital Director at The Strategy Group Company, and talk about life in our nation's capital, her experiences working on political campaigns, how politicians use social media and storytelling to engage with people, and how being a mom has impacted her view of politics.
May 17, 2024•45 min•Ep. 31
Happy Mother's Day! Powerhouse Mom and TPPF's Next Generation Texas Campaign Director, Mandy Drogin, is back! She sat down with Ariana to share stories of moms in Texas who are fighting for school choice, the parenting challenges facing moms today, and how her mom has inspired her.
May 10, 2024•53 min•Ep. 30
Calling all foreign policy girls: this one's for you! Taylor sat down with Alexandria Paolozzi, Director of Government Affairs for Christians United For Israel Action Fund, to discuss the current conflict in the Middle East, the rise of anti-Semitic protests around the world and on college campuses, the history behind the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the United States' relationship with Israel.
May 06, 2024•45 min•Ep. 29
Jordan Leighty is back on The Sweet Tea Series! This week, she sits down with Ariana to talk about her internship at TPPF, why Gen Z is choosing not to attend college, how college doesn't necessarily prepare students for the workforce. Plus, get the tea on the ongoing fight against Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at UT Austin, the problems with DEI initiatives on colleges campuses, and the advice Jordan would give younger self before attending college!
Apr 26, 2024•37 min•Ep. 28
Taylor sits down with Bunni Pounds, author and President of Christians Engaged, to discuss her brand new book, Jesus and Politics, why getting involved with politics matters for Christians, and her journey and experiences in the political arena. Plus, they touch on the new Beyoncé album, Cowboy Carter, and bringing people to God in modern America.
Apr 19, 2024•51 min•Ep. 27
At the 2024 Texas Policy Summit, Ariana sat down with Jacki Deason, host of The Jacki Daily Show to unpack her career on Capitol Hill, her work on energy policy, including as a senior fellow for TPPF's Life:Powered energy initiative, the importance of energy security, how women can get involved with energy policy, and her advice to women who want to attend law school.
Apr 12, 2024•31 min•Ep. 26
