The Zekely Podcast
The Zekely Podcast
Podcast Description
I’m Zeke, a doctor, a Pennsylvanian and unapologetic supporter of Democratic values. You might have seen me on social media working my ass off for Democrats and meeting some pretty amazing people along the way - like President Barack Obama and Governor Josh Shapiro.
For years, I’ve knocked thousands of doors all over Pennsylvania and poured my heart and soul into supporting candidates and causes that make a difference—from local school board races to national elections. The personal is political, and I take every election in Pennsylvania personally.
Where the mainstream media has failed you, I will give you truth and independence. You’ll hear from Democratic leaders, candidates, and change-makers who are working to improve the health of the Commonwealth, and it won’t be boring as hell.
No matter where you are, I’ll meet you with hope and a plan to make your community better one day at a time. Welcome to the Zekely Podcast. Let’s talk Pennsylvania.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on Pennsylvania politics, healthcare issues, and community engagement with episodes featuring discussions on local governmental challenges, mental health in healthcare, grassroots activism, and personal stories from politicians like Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon regarding the expanded child tax credit and community support.

I’m Zeke, a doctor, a Pennsylvanian and unapologetic supporter of Democratic values. You might have seen me on social media working my ass off for Democrats and meeting some pretty amazing people along the way – like President Barack Obama and Governor Josh Shapiro.
For years, I’ve knocked thousands of doors all over Pennsylvania and poured my heart and soul into supporting candidates and causes that make a difference—from local school board races to national elections. The personal is political, and I take every election in Pennsylvania personally.
Where the mainstream media has failed you, I will give you truth and independence. You’ll hear from Democratic leaders, candidates, and change-makers who are working to improve the health of the Commonwealth, and it won’t be boring as hell.
No matter where you are, I’ll meet you with hope and a plan to make your community better one day at a time. Welcome to the Zekely Podcast. Let’s talk Pennsylvania.
Summary
In this episode of The Zekely Podcast, host Zeke interviews Gibson O’Mealy, the chair of the Pennsylvania High School Democrats. They discuss Gibson’s journey into politics, the importance of youth engagement, and the challenges facing his generation, including student loans, mental health, and political identity. Gibson shares his aspirations for the future, the significance of upcoming elections, and the need for more inclusive policies in the court system. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI in politics and the importance of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Gibson O’Mealy
01:42 Becoming Chair
02:58 Gen Z Lingo
05:30 Learning to Interact
08:32 Why Democrats
10:30 Peers
13:36 Future Aspirations
15:00 Most Likely
17:34 November 4th
19:29 Underrated
22:43 Artificial Intelligence
24:47 Prompt Wars
26:55 Text Message Dump
29:56 Connecting
29:56 Internship Insights
32:08 Mental Health Crisis in Schools
35:04 Hope
36:40 The Future
38:50 Getting Involved
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Full Video Episode Available On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheZekelyPodcast
Short Clips Can Be Found On TikTok: @drzeketayler/@thezekelypodcast and Instagram: @thezekelypodcast
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