Olivia of Troye

Olivia of Troye

I’ve been inside the White House Situation Room, on the border, and in the rooms where some of the most consequential decisions in America were made. Now I’m taking those experiences beyond Washington and into the lives, communities, and moments shaping this country in real time. Olivia of Troye is where politics, national security, culture, humanity, and honest conversations collide. Expect insider perspective, underreported stories, sharp truth, a little gallows humor, and conversations with people navigating this moment in America together. Real stories. Real stakes. Stay informed. Stay compassionate. Stay hopeful. www.livingitwitholiviatroye.com

  1. Jul 11

    🚨 LIVE Saturday Covfefe Special Edition: The White House Rule You Need to Know About Before Monday

    In this special edition of Saturday Covfefe, Olivia Troye sits down with Dr. Sean Bruna, a medical anthropologist and former senior advisor at the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, to discuss a proposed Office of Management and Budget (OMB) rule that has received little public attention but could have far-reaching consequences for scientific research across the United States. Together, they break down what the proposed rule would do, why scientists and medical experts are raising concerns, and how changes to the federal grant-making process could affect everything from cancer research and clinical trials to disaster preparedness, environmental science, patient safety, and technological innovation. Drawing on her experience inside the White House, Olivia explains why OMB plays such a significant role in shaping federal policy and why this proposal deserves broader public attention before the public comment period closes. The conversation also explores: Why independent peer review has long been the foundation of federally funded research. How the proposed rule could increase the role of political appointees in funding decisions. The potential impact on universities, researchers, healthcare innovation, and America's global scientific leadership. How the federal public comment process works—and why individual comments can influence final regulations. Resources mentioned in this episode: Read the proposed OMB rule:https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/29/2026-10817/regulation-for-federal-financial-assistance Submit a public comment (deadline: Monday, July 13 at 11:59 p.m. ET):https://fight2win.standupforscience.net Get full access to Olivia of Troye at www.livingitwitholiviatroye.com/subscribe

  2. May 13

    ICE Took Her Husband. Four Justices Took Our Votes.

    This episode was recorded on Friday, May 8, 2026, and released on a delay to protect the immigrant family involved from further targeting by the Trump administration. In this deeply personal episode, Olivia shares one of the hardest days she has faced in years: accompanying her best friend and four-year-old godson to say goodbye to the boy’s father before his deportation after nearly a year in ICE detention. Olivia reflects on what she witnessed at the Elizabeth Detention Facility in New Jersey — the emotional toll on families, the inhumane conditions inside detention centers, and the broader system that has normalized cruelty behind closed doors. She speaks candidly about the rage and clarity that came from watching a child cling to his father, knowing something devastating was happening even if he couldn’t fully understand it. The episode also connects that experience to another major event that same day: the Virginia Supreme Court overturning the state’s voter-approved redistricting map in a 4-3 ruling, reshaping political power ahead of the midterms. These are not separate stories. Immigration policy, voter suppression, and structural power are deeply connected — all centered around who gets a voice, who gets counted, and who gets to belong in America. Olivia also reflects on her years in national security, why this moment feels different, and why she refuses to walk away from the fight. Get full access to Olivia of Troye at www.livingitwitholiviatroye.com/subscribe

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I’ve been inside the White House Situation Room, on the border, and in the rooms where some of the most consequential decisions in America were made. Now I’m taking those experiences beyond Washington and into the lives, communities, and moments shaping this country in real time. Olivia of Troye is where politics, national security, culture, humanity, and honest conversations collide. Expect insider perspective, underreported stories, sharp truth, a little gallows humor, and conversations with people navigating this moment in America together. Real stories. Real stakes. Stay informed. Stay compassionate. Stay hopeful. www.livingitwitholiviatroye.com

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