In this episode of Beyond the Campaign, Ricky Longoria — political organizer turned content creator known as @thegayliberal — opens up about his journey using digital platforms to inspire civic engagement and amplify diverse voices in politics. Ricky discusses how his work evolved from grassroots organizing to creating impactful online content that challenges misinformation and encourages youth participation in the political process.

He also shares his insights on navigating cancel culture, building authentic communities, and maintaining mental balance in the fast-paced world of social media activism. This episode is a powerful reminder that every voice matters — and that real change can start with a single post.

What We're Talking About...

• Ricky Longoria shares his journey from political organizer to digital creator
• Building community and collaboration among creators strengthens online advocacy.
• Diverse voices in politics are essential for authentic representation and lasting change.
• Youth engagement can drive meaningful impact and reshape the political landscape.
• Successful content creators adapt to the evolving media and social platforms.
• Setting healthy boundaries helps prevent burnout and sustain creativity.
• Cancel culture continues to challenge creators’ freedom of expression.
• Misinformation and conspiracy theories threaten trust in politics and media.
• Every voice — no matter the platform size — has the power to inspire change.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background of Ricky Longoria

02:37 The Journey into Content Creation

05:33 The Importance of Community and Collaboration

08:36 Engaging with Political Issues and Content Strategy

11:32 Youth Involvement in Politics

14:30 Navigating Content Creation and Mental Health

17:16 Setting Boundaries and Finding Balance

20:11 The Impact of Political Discourse on Society

22:53 Conspiracy Theories and Misinformation

25:45 The Role of Media in Politics

28:42 Conclusion and Future Aspirations