podcast mission
The Bridge to a Stronger Future:
America is fracturing under partisan extremism. Independent Voters, now the largest voting bloc, are the bridge to a more united future.
From Passive to Purposeful:
Following the news isn’t enough. Turning information into confident votes and real civic action is the challenge. We deliver clear, non-partisan insight to close that gap.
The Power of the Independents:
We amplify the Independent Voice, so our elected representatives will hear and represent us, not just party loyalists. We demand that both parties stop the fighting, restore civil discourse, and deliver bipartisan solutions that ensure security and prosperity for all.
Our Promise:
Each season tackles one issue that matters most to independents. Every episode shows exactly how the parties differ, giving you the clarity and tools to vote and petition with confidence. Join us to build a stronger America together.
Host: Lisa Singer
Lisa is the host and producer of Independent Times. Fueled by a lifelong passion for history and politics and an appreciation for America's brilliant but fragile democracy, Lisa brings a crucial non-partisan perspective. Her commitment to analysis began with an information-rich childhood and was cemented by a Political Science degree from Loyola University. She was driven to create the podcast after witnessing both political parties alienate the moderate majority. Drawing on her barrier-breaking success as the founder and director of the nation’s first 100% woman-owned Managed Service Provider (MSP), she recognized the urgent need for a new platform to bring Independent Voters together. Her 27 years in IT, an industry built on logic, identifying flawed systems, and delivering unvarnished facts, became the blueprint for Independent Times. This background ensures a fact-based, systematic approach to reporting that respects the values and power of the nation's largest voting bloc. Inspired by historical figures like FDR and his Fireside Chats, her goal is simple: clarity through informed conversation, bridging divides with honest, balanced, and unbiased reporting.
Co-Host: Leyla Gulen
Leyla is an award-winning journalist with nearly two decades of broadcast news experience in top markets like Los Angeles and San Francisco, Leyla has worn every hat in the newsroom, including her roles as Host, Executive Producer, and Creator of FOX24 News Now. Her passion for storytelling and journalistic credibility is the foundation of her work. Beyond the news desk, Leyla currently serves as a Public & Congressional Affairs Professional and FEMA reservist. In this capacity, she is experienced in bridging communication between emergency operations, elected officials, and the public during critical moments. This background ensures she always connects the dots, turning complex information into clear, actionable understanding for the audience of Independent Times.
Co-Host: Bryan Galo
Bryan is an Emmy Award-winning news host, producer, and media personality who brings two decades of experience connecting with diverse audiences. After a successful early career as a choreographer and dancer, Bryan transitioned his passion for entertaining to hosting, quickly becoming an awarded personality in the Los Angeles and Pasadena markets. His media career flourished on the local NBC affiliate (KMIR), where he served as a weather forecaster and host of the local lifestyle show Desert Living. He earned his first Emmy and was named the Coachella Valley’s Best News Personality two years in a row. Bryan's natural ability to comfort guests, inform viewers, and connect people to a message is the driving force behind his systematic approach to delivering unbiased news on Independent Times.