Why Not Me? 2028
What if a regular person ran for President?
Why Not Me? is a smart, thoughtful, sometimes funny podcast about one woman’s journey to ask that question — out loud. Shana is not a celebrity, not a billionaire, and not backed by a political machine. She’s a former nonprofit worker and PTA fundraiser, and current higher ed employee who’s spent her life working, parenting, and trying to make things better from the ground up.
In each episode, she explores what it would actually take for someone like her to run for the highest office in the land — from policy ideas to campaign hurdles, from civic curiosity to systemic barriers. Along the way, she asks bigger questions about leadership, representation, and what democracy really means in 21st-century America.
This isn’t a show about bashing politicians or pushing an agenda. It’s about making space for new voices, honest conversations, and people who’ve never seen themselves in power. If you've ever looked at a ballot and thought, “Seriously? These are my choices?” — this podcast is for you.
Why Not Me? 2028
Why Not Gen Z? A Conversation with My Daughter
Description
In this special episode, I sit down with my daughter for a candid, funny, and sometimes surprising conversation about politics from a Gen Z perspective. From what frustrates her most about today’s leaders, to how young people get their news, to whether she’d ever run for office herself — nothing is off the table. Along the way, we compare notes on generational values, civic engagement, and how the political system could work better for everyone.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode
- The general “vibe” Gen Z has about politics right now
- How TikTok helps shape political awareness
- What issues Gen Z cares about most — and how that’s different (or not!) from older generations
- Thoughts on voting, activism, and whether running for office feels realistic
- Some light mother–daughter banter and plenty of laughs
Resources & References
- Pew Research Center – Millennials and Gen Z: Political Views and Civic Engagement
- CIRCLE (Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement) – Youth Voting Trends and Data
Call to Action
What about you — do you know how the young people in your life feel about politics? Have you asked them lately? Share your thoughts, stories, and even your disagreements by emailing me. And if you enjoyed this conversation, pass it along to someone who thinks Gen Z is “checked out” — they might be surprised.
Use this link to send us a text, or email us at the address in show notes.
shana@whynotme2028.com
Credits
Graphics and editing by Rory Lawson
Music by Universfield from Pixabay