Let's Talk Elephants

Send us Fan Mail Carla Rose works as a dancer at a popular strip club in Las Vegas. Some important topics discussed: how strippers really make their money & how much she makes at her club the strangest requests she's received the stigma attached to stripping and sex work in general

Send us Fan Mail Kris Saknussemm has lived many, many lives. He is a multimedia artist, musician, the author of many books, professor, and has spent half of his life living outside of America. He also did all of this after surviving a childhood rape incident when he was just nine years old. His rapist was unfortunately able to get off clean and went on to sodomize and strangle two other boys after...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Stephen Bates graduated from Harvard Law School in 1987 and has been researching & teaching first amendment law ever since. He dives deep into the foundations of the first amendment, what it protects (hate speech, etc.), what it does not protect (people against corporations), and more. Some important topics discussed: the assassination of Charlie Kirk & suspension of J...

Send us Fan Mail Katherine Leiva is 8 months pregnant with her first child, and navigating this journey has been difficult for her at times. While she's excited to be a mom, she has struggled with her body image, sexuality, and coping with a new identity.  Some major topics discussed: not feeling beautiful or sexy pregnant & the struggles she has faced with her sexuality the importance th...

Send us Fan Mail Sarah Timpa had undiagnosed salmonella for 6 months, which greatly restricted her ability to eat. She lost a significant amount of weight in a short time and received compliments from many people in her life about how good and skinny she looked, especially from her ex-boyfriend (who was often highly critical of her body). Sarah developed an eating disorder as a result of trying to...

Send us Fan Mail Carla Rose is originally from New York and moved to Las Vegas a few years ago. She refuses to date men that cannot provide for her financially and specifically wants to marry a man that is extremely wealthy. Carla's view on relationships is one that is becoming increasingly popular amongst our generation. There are more & more content creators that are advocating for wome...

Send us Fan Mail Kevaney Martin has been in the world of sports journalism for over a decade having worked for ABC, CBS, and covered six Super Bowls for Nexstar Media Group. Interestingly, that is not where she started. Out of college, she was signed to Wilhelmina Modeling Agency and walked for brands such as Marc Jacobs, Calvin Klein, and more. She developed an eating disorder while working in th...

Send us Fan Mail James Sims served in the army for 11 years, including tours to Iraq and Afghanistan. He has experienced symptoms of PTSD both from growing up around gang violence in Compton, California and from his active duty combat experience as a sergeant in the army. Some major topics discussed: - traumatic experiences he had while serving - the importance of therapy, especially for men  - hi...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Deepali Kashyap is an integrative gynecologist & menopause specialist who currently runs her own women's health clinic here in Las Vegas. Having lived in both India & the U.S., she provides a unique, cross-cultural perspective.  Some major topics discussed: - why it is easier for men to orgasm than women - the difference between men and women's hormone cycles...

Send us Fan Mail Lexie Engdahl has a complex relationship with her father, who is currently serving time in jail for an attempted homicide in a road rage incident. Lexie's dad is a Vietnam veteran who has struggled with PTSD his whole life as well.  Some major topics discussed: - the difficulty of growing up in a divorced household & the pressure to pick sides - the nuance of people &...

Send us Fan Mail Natalie Dempsey had her daughter when she was 21 years old and has been navigating life as a single mom for the last 5 years. There are many stigmas/stereotypes attached to being a single mom, some good & some not so good.  Some major topics discussed: - the challenges of having a child while in a struggling relationship - the sacrifices you have to make for a child, financial...

Send us Fan Mail My guest today is my brother, Caden Farley. Having a brother that is so close in age to me has been like having an inside look into the way men's heads work. Caden has always been honest with me when it comes to advice on dating, men, their intentions, etc. because he's been in both long-term relationships and casual flings with women throughout his life. Obviously, his...

Send us Fan Mail Jade Gutierrez is 23 years old and has practiced her faith for her entire life. Religion is something that has become less popular and more controversial amongst younger generations, but Jade has found a way to incorporate it into her life while still having fun and exploring herself.  Some major topics covered: - our differences in beliefs when it comes to the afterlife - how she...

Send us Fan Mail Dawn Bailey, who also happens to be my grandma, got married at a very young age, before she really knew herself or her partner (my grandpa). They were married for 49 years, up until my grandpa's passing three years ago, and they struggled through a tumultuous relationship for a good part of their lives. He was the only person she had ever been with. Some major topics covered:...

Send us Fan Mail Savannah Tuttrup grew up with two parents that battled addiction. She moved from Iowa to Las Vegas when she was 24 years old with her younger sister, who she has been a parental figure to for her entire life. Savannah and her sister are only 9 years apart, so she took on the role of a parent as a child herself. Some major topics covered: - what it was like for her to witness her p...

Send us Fan Mail Glen Simpson is the Senior Director at Community Ambulance and has been a part of the EMS community here in Las Vegas since 2004. He shares some of the struggles of maintaining good mental health in a career where you are constantly expose to trauma and stress. Glen was a first responder at the Route 91 mass shooting in 2017, and he shared an in-depth account of that night and the...

Send us Fan Mail Rafael Arroyo is running for Nevada State Assembly in the upcoming 2024 election. He shares his vision for how he would be an ethical & effective representative if he were elected. Although Rafael is running under the Republican Party, he emphasizes the importance of representing ALL Nevada citizens.  Some major topics covered: - corruption in both the state & federal gove...

Send us Fan Mail Ameer Abdullah has played in the NFL for the last 9 years, having played for the Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings, and currently plays for the Las Vegas Raiders.  Some major topics covered: - common stereotypes of pro athletes (unintelligent, superficial, bad with money, cheaters) - the demanding nature of the job, both mentally and physically - if race plays a role in choosing pr...

Send us Fan Mail Rachel Macias has experienced two different instances of sexual assault: once when she was 7 and again when she was 16.  Some major topics covered: -how experiences of sexual assault/harassment affect sexuality -the way trauma is non-linear & some days are more triggering than others -the difficulty in trusting others after being assaulted -losing faith in the legal system to...

Send us Fan Mail When Michael Richter was just 15 years old, his mom Wendy was killed by her husband. Since then, Michael has turned to music as both a creative outlet and coping mechanism to share his story and connect with others.  Some major topics covered: - warning signs of an abusive relationship - how substances exacerbate domestic violence - coping after a traumatic event/death - how his m...

Send us Fan Mail Valeria Gurr is senior fellow for the American Federation for Children nonprofit organization, and she graduates this year with her PhD in Public Affairs. She is incredibly passionate about education, and we discuss why it is important for families to be able to choose schools that meet the unique needs of their children.  Some major topics covered: -how Nevada's education sy...

Send us Fan Mail Madisen Silva is a teacher at a public charter high school in Las Vegas, and she shares some of the challenges of teaching controversial topics such as sexual education & gender studies in the classroom. Some major topics covered: - teaching about STI's, gender pronouns, and sexuality - how much influence a teacher should have over a student in comparison to their parent...

Send us Fan Mail Stacy Thaxton worked for the Las Vegas Metro Police Department for 20 years, with the majority of her career being mental health-focused. She helped educate officers on mental health disorders and how to appropriately recognize and respond to these types of calls.  Some major topics covered: - how to respond to calls dealing with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, suicide attempts,...

Send us Fan Mail Tina Robinson lost her 15-year-old son, James, to suicide in 2011. James was a victim of bullying in school, and he committed suicide by firearm while his was family was home. Some major topics covered: - the guilt experienced by loved ones when someone close to them commits suicide - the lack of resources and attention regarding suicide and mental health in the Clark Count School...

Send us Fan Mail Ben Nevares has multiple degrees in Sports Nutrition & Exercise Science, and he also grew up in a town where 98% of the population was beneath the poverty line.  Some major topics covered: - the pros & cons of the body positivity movement - body dysmorphia in men - how genetics play a role in obesity - the way poverty limits the ability to live a healthy lifestyle