Just Listen to Yourself with Kira Davis

I'm Just Sayin - Ban Social Media for Kids?

Kira delves into the Florida social media ban for teens and thinks through the pros and cons. Should the rest of us follow suit? Is it government overreach or can we justify it?

I'm Just Sayin - The Scourge of Isolation

Kira’s latest live show covers the topics of the Candace Owens/Daily Wire drama, controversy over “Christ is King” social media hashtags, and more chaos in CA schools. Send your comments to jlty@protonmail.com

I'm Just Sayin - California Grooming

I'm Just Sayin - Ronna McDaniel Gets Fired...Again

Kira takes on a range of topics inspired by recent social media clips. Marriage, police brutality, the origin of the word “hello”…this week’s episode is the whole kitchen sink. Let Kira know your thoughts at jlty@protonmail.com and don’t forget to subscribe!

Kira breaks down Biden’s SOTU2024- the good, the bad and the barely comprehensible.

Kira responds to a litany of angry emails regarding her recent Newsweek post criticizing Fani Willis and the DEI policies that Kira believes weakens professional Black America. But it’s not about the hate, it’s about digging into some very interesting talking points and thinking critically. Pull up a seat and dig in!
https://www.newsweek.com/fani-willis-embarrassment-black-people-shes-proof-that-dei-only-hurts-us-opinion-1870598

Kira responds to Stephen A Smith’s outrage about her recent Newsweek article about Fani Willis and the negative consequences of quota hiring. He says Kira should be ashamed of herself, but who is really the shameful person here? It’s Fani. Stephen is just wrong.

Kira interviews Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter John Ondrasik (“Superman”, “It’s Not Easy) about his latest single in support of Israel. Faith, family, culture and Glam Rock…no topic is off limits on JLTY and John met the bar. “Clearly, the causes of the moral decline on our campuses, in our culture, and institutions have been growing and metastasizing for decades. An inability to clearly call out the horrors of Hamas’ terrorist atrocities is not the root of the problem; it is the symptom of a deeper decay. We can look away no longer. Evil is on the march and wears many faces.
This is a time for choosing.”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGYnkzeWxDw

Newsweek opinion editor Batya Ungar-Sargonb joins Kira to continue the conversation about the dangers of media bias and how to find authentic information in a clickbait era. Batya is the author of “Bad News:How Woke Media is Undermining Democracy” which is available on Amazon or where books are sold https://www.amazon.com/Bad-News-Media-Undermining-Democracy/dp/1641772069/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=batya+ungar-sargon&qid=1707166272&sr=8-3 Follow Batya on X @bungarsargon

Kira digs into a popular question during election season - how do I find reliable news sources? Kira explores the ins and outs of media bias and information sources by exploring how headlines shape our opinions, often for the worst.

Ever stress about getting your kids to church? Ever wonder how to get them excited about church? Renae Bolton is a mom of 6 who has struggled with the same things. She wrote her book to help parents encourage their children and to help families refocus their faith journeys. If you’ve ever struggled with keeping your children involved in your church and faith community, this is the episode for you! Buy “I Don’t Want to Go to Church” on Amazon or Bolton-books.com
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In the unofficial “Part 2” of the MLK episode, Kira explores the Civil Rights Act and addresses the criticism from some conservative pundits. Was the Civil Rights Act a mistake? Does it have any added value for America now? Is it something that only benefits leftwing causes? Listen and send your thoughts to jlty@protonmail.com justkiradavis.substack.com

Fair warning: This week’s episode is explicitly Christian. Cameron Aanestad a California boy with Norwegian dreams. Heeding the call to become a missionary in Norway, he moved his family abroad and now serves in a nation that is nearly 100% secular and often rated as one of the “happiest” countries on earth by the UN. How do you bring the Good News to people who think they’re living well enough already? What are the unique challenges of evangelizing in post-Christian, advanced western nation? How should we approach the decline of Christendom in a world shaped by it? Christians especially will want to hear this interview. Support Cameron at imb.org and write to jlty@protonmail.com

I'm Just Sayin - Nikki Haley's Racism Claim

Kira dives into the recent controversy brought by some conservative pundits who are questioning America’s rosy view of Martin Luther King and wether or not we should look at him as an American hero. Kira frames the conversation by going through MLK’s most famous speech and the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This episode is for thinkers. Weigh in on the conversation by writing jlty@protonmail.com

I'm Just Sayin - Childcare Shouldn't Be Free

Kira responds to a viral video in which a GenZ Walmart worker goes in on GenX for making life impossibly expensive while accusing GenZ of being lazy. How much of what she saying is right? Is any of it wrong? Take a listen and chime in with your thoughts at jlty@protonmail.com

I'm Just Sayin - The Government Closest to You

I'm Just Sayin - The One Thing to Remember in 2024

Listeners weigh in on Candace Owens, toxic women and more. To share your own thoughts email JLTY@protonmail.com

I'm Just Sayin - God With Us

I'm Just Sayin - Matt Walsh and Gender Roles

Today's episode we revisit a conversation that is still relevant today. Kira shares her thoughts on why college is so expensive.

GenZ has had a lot of criticism for GenX on social media lately. What is GenX good for? What do we need to do better? Kira explores the defining qualities of GenX and why they might be the last, best hope for sanity.

Today we revisit Episode 51's "Having the Race Conversation". Kira shares best practices on how to navigate the sensitive subject of race with grace.

Stand-up comedian and PJMedia senior editor Stephen Kruiser joins the show to talk about the evolution of conservative media and why the best comedy happening right now is on the right.

Kira’s been having a bit of an “I-told-you-so” week after many conservatives began complaining about Owens’ problematic views on Israel and their right to defense. Darvio stops by to break down the controversy over Kira’s original comments on Owens years ago and why it’s only now many conservatives are beginning to agree. Hurl your insults and apologies at JLTY@Protonmail.com

Is it a free speech violation to pull federal funding from universities that support and engage in antisemitic activities?

I'm Just Sayin - A TikTok Lesson in Growing Up

Foreign News analyst Lisa Daftari joins the show to discuss some of the basics of the conflict in Israel. If you’re not quite sure what to think of what’s going on and need a primer, this episode aims to help add some clarity to the issue. Lisa talks about what she knows about this longtime tension as an American woman of Middle Eastern descent and the politics of Israel’s place in the world. Follow Lisa on Twitter @LisaDaftari and @ForeignDeskNews

FCB Records artist Aaron Malik joins Kira to talk about what it means to be a “positive” rapper in today’s environment, following your purpose and learning the value of strong work ethic. If you’ve ever worried about the “youth” of today and who they will be in the future, you’ll be blessed to hear Aaron speak. Please support Aaron’s music.
Listen to his new song "J.O.B" here: https://orcd.co/job1
Listen to his album "Too Empty" here: https://orcd.co/2emptydeluxe

I'm Just Sayin - Horror Films Tell Us Truths

Kira dives into the nitty gritty of the parental notification battles going on in education. What is a “parental notification” policy? What are the objections and who holds the moral high ground? Too many people need to stop and listen to themselves when they’re talking about this hot topic.

Friend of the show and CA education activist Lance Christenson joins Kira to talk about the recent wave of parental notification battles in school boards across the state and to talk about why parents feel like they have such an uphill battle. Who will save the kids? sign up for Kira’s substack justkiradavis.substack.com

Nate Fischer of newfounding.com joins the show to talk about launching an alternative economy, investing in conservative innovation and how AI can be harnessed to promote American values

Why do modern men feel like they just can’t measure up to the standards of modern women? Are women sabotaging themselves by accepting the modern view of successful womanhood? What responsibility does a woman have in the development of a good man? This might be Kira’s most controversial episode to date. Grab your popcorn and dig in! Don’t forget to subscribe to Kira’s Substack justkiradavis.substack.com

I'm Just Sayin - South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, Infidelity and "The Pence Rule"

Kira gets personal this week with an exploration of what it means to be happy, what it means to be joyful, and how not knowing the difference is killing American sanity

Jennifer Oliver O’Connell joins Kira for a pop culture session that naturally ends in God and marriage because this is JLTY and Kira can’t help herself. Follow JOO on socials @Asthegirlturns

Kira digs into thought leader Sam Harris’ bizarre COVID arguments and how it relates to our personal paradigms, paradigm shifts and how they happen. Just what does it take to change someone’s world view?

What do Florida and Barbie have in common? Nothing except they’re two of the things listeners wrote in about. Kira reads listener emails and gives some responses.

Podcaster and political commentator Quisha King joins the show from Florida to talk about her governor’s curriculum controversy and tell us what she thinks is really going on.

TikTok influencer and FCB Radio sister Alii Michelle joins Kira to talk about how she uses social media to reach young voters and a host of other things. What does she think about Andrew Tate? How did human trafficking get to be a “right wing” issue? Does she plan on seeing Barbie? All your most pressing questions are answered in this episode. Subscribe to Alii Michelle's podcast here and follow Alii on social media.

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Kira breaks down the controversy over Florida’s new social studies curriculum. Does it “whitewash” slavery? Is it taking the gravity of America’s sins lightly? Is it racist? Kira digs into the material and invites listeners to think through the talking points.

Kira welcomes her most significant guest in the history of JLTY - her daughter Ruby. Together, Kira and Ruby review the Barbie movie and talk about the themes from the perspectives of a GenX mom and a GenZ 16-year-old.

The ex-girlfriend of actor Jonah Hill released text messages of Hill demanding she respect certain “boundaries” of his. The texts have ignited a discussion about modesty and relationships that has divided along political lines. Kira breaks down the issue and thinks through the idea of relationship boundaries and what is and isn’t appropriate.

Legendary former NYTimes and LATimes reporter and columnist Andrew Malcolm joins Kira for an Independence Day themed topic - the great American road trip! Andrew’s 80 years have brought fascinating adventures and he shares some of them this week.

Coach Bill Courtney rose to fame as the coach of a failing Memphis inner city high school football team. His leadership, compassion and passion for youth turned the team around and inspired the Oscar winning documentary “Undefeated.” Coach Bill chats about what it means to serve each other and our communities, and how America can get back to a place of sanity. Find more on Bill’s latest project at normalfolks.us

In honor of the upcoming holiday Kira explores the idea of “good government.” We’re always talking about how bad government is. What does a good government look like?

Kira sits down with Heritage Foundation Research Fellow and The Blaze contributor Delano Squires to talk about the importance of the traditional family structure and why we need to make patriarchy in the black community great again. Twitter @DelanoSquires

Covid-era education numbers are in and they’re unsurprisingly dismal. Kira ruminates on the insanity of the last three years, what we did wrong, and how we can handle the next pandemic.

Comedian Lou Perez joins Kira to talk parody, politics and parents. Find Lou on Twitter @TheLouPerez

Kira reads through the Trump indictment so you don’t have to. What does it say? What doesn’t it say? What affect will this have on political propriety moving forward? Is Trump guilty?

Professional royal watcher Kinsey Schofield joins the show to tell us what she observed while attending the coronation of King Charles last month. Kinsey brings all the high-end details and the juicy gossip. Don’t forget to grab her book ‘R is for Revenge Dress’

What does Kira think about The Little Mermaid and race swapping in entertainment? And what does Star Trek have to do with any of it? Find out plus hear listener responses to episodes on cohabitation, school choice and homelessness. Don’t forget to subscribe to Kira’s substack justkiradavis.substack.com

On this episode of JLTY, Kira revisits her interview with Dr. Ben Carson

Kira tackles the now infamous viral clip of a white NYC nurse arguing with a group of young Black men over a bike. Was this worthy of becoming an international incident or is there more here to think about?

Read more: https://justkiradavis.substack.com/p/racial-obsession-has-hardened-our

Kira breaks down the importance of the current battle over education, and why it is the number one indicator for future elections. There must be a concerted plan to wrestle back education from the depths of insanity, and Kira has some ideas.

I'm Just Sayin - Take the Leap

I'm Just Sayin - The Tragic Chaos of Jordan Neely

Join us as we revisit the very first episode of Just Listen to Yourself with Kira Davis!

Is compassion dead? Is it dying? What causes a society to forgo corporate compassion, and is America saying goodbye to compassion as a virtue? Don’t forget to join Kira live every Monday for JLTY Live at davisnation.locals.com

Everyone acts like living together is a natural step towards marriage, but is it? Kira digs into the talking points of cohabitation and marriage, and challenges listeners to think through the pros and cons of living together before making the ultimate commitment. Join Kira for her live show every Monday 9amPT/NoonET at davisnation.locals.com

A viral controversy sparks the question - if we just didn’t react to it, would it go away? Don’t forget to join Kira for JLTY Live! Mondays at noon at Davisnation.Locals.com

I'm Just Sayin - Kids Need Work

I'm Just Sayin - You Are Not Enough and That's Great News!

What will be the result of NY prosecutor Alvin Bragg’s indictment of Trump? We should think through it carefully, because the long term consequences will affect every American and every politician

I'm Just Sayin - The Best Advice I Ever Got

We’re playing the blame game again after the tragedy in TN. This week Kira digs in to that blame game. Is there legitimate blame to go around? Is this conversation perhaps more nuanced than finger-pointing? What responsibility do we as a society hold in these tragedies?

We are currently engaged in a cultural battle for our children in the public school system. How far should teachers be allowed to go when discussing sexuality, sexual pleasure, and sexual identity? Fair warning, you may not want to listen to this episode around the kids.

Does it work? RedState editor Brandon Morse joins Kira to talk about Hollywood’s current obsession with race swapping favorite characters. Does it work? Is it just a game of political correctness? When is right, when is it wrong?

Listeners share their thoughts on Black History Month, woke entertainment and more.

Kira is sick this week so we are taking a look back at one of the earliest JLTY episodes! Gun Control (Episode 2). Enjoy!

Kira breaks down the recent controversial comments on race and race relations from Dilbert creator Scott Adams. Did he say anything wrong? Did he say anything right? Is it fair to label him a racist? Kira invites everyone to put their thinking caps on and dig through the controversy.

We hear all the time that more black representation is needed in every economic sector, but how much is enough? How do decide what percentage of representation is appropriate, or is should we even worry about it at all?

The Fisk Jubilee Singers

PJ Media’s Lincoln Brown joins Kira to discuss the recent shocking school bus bully incidents and how race may or may not apply. Can we talk about race in a productive way, or is it just too late for that? A sort-of awkward but mostly fascinating conversation you’ll want to hear.

Kira thinks through the pros and cons of Black History Month and why it may or may not be as important to American progress anymore. Think through history with Kira this week.

Charles Follis: First Black Professional Football Player

This week Kira takes on the AP African-American studies curriculum that was rejected by the FL board of education. NO EXCUSES. Pick through the whole thing here, be informed and form your opinions from a position of information instead of bias.

https://www.theflstandard.com/exclusive-rejected-african-american-studies-course-in-florida-features-crt-intersectionality-and-queer-theory/

Jessica Tapia was fired from her position as a PE teacher in the Jurupa Valley School District after students dug through her personal social media and reported her Christian beliefs to the school district. Tapia was eventually let go for refusing to lie to parents about the gender identity of their students and refusing to allow boys into girls locker room spaces. Tapia talks to Kira about her experience, her pending law suit and why she’s standing up for parents and truth, at the cost of her livelihood.

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Kira breaks down the shocking police brutality case of Tyre Nichols. What happened? How could it happen? Who is to blame?

Adam B. Coleman of Wrongspeak joins Kira to talk about his recent NY Post article and how the “white supremacy” label has become a convenient catch-all boogieman for anything the progressive left doesn’t like.

https://nypost.com/2023/01/18/democrats-latest-attempt-to-use-a-white-supremacy-scare-to-crush-their-opposition/

Twitter files show a disturbing coercive relationship between the FBI, Twitter and media companies. How should the relationship between government and free press work in a healthy society?

Jennifer Sey was one of the most successful women in corporate America. The Levi’s Brand President was on track for CEO, but this San Francisco liberal was forced out of her job for daring to question COVID lockdowns and school closures on her social media. Soon she was a pariah. Sey gave up a million dollar payout with an NDA to tell her story to the world. To tell the truth. Don’t miss this confounding and inspiring story as Jennifer joins the show to discuss her book ‘Levi’s Unbuttoned’

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I'm Just Sayin - It's Okay to Need a Man

After hearing about a south side Chicago community that is protesting a migrant shelter being placed in their neighborhood, Kira explores the question- where should we house illegal immigrants and who should be responsible for them? There may not be any good answers, but we’ll ask the questions anyway.

Kira runs down the words she’s most sick of hearing in 2022. Let’s leave them on the dance floor with the rest of the New Year’s Eve confetti.

When Christmas Doesn't Feel Like Christmas

Merry Christmas! Enjoy these highlights as we look back at the best of JLTY!

Kira breaks down the “Drag Queen Story Hour” controversy that has become a movement. Why? What is the purpose and how did it originate? Why are we all talking about this at this point in history? The JLTY audience is invited to think it through with curiosity and reason.

Kira welcomes PJ Media writer Lincoln Brown to the show to discuss his most recent article on an interesting topic that has bubbled up, presenting Jesus Christ as a transgender savior. Where does this idea come from and why? Is there historical context? A thoughtful discussion that doesn’t go exactly where you think it might.
https://pjmedia.com/culture/li...

Kira and Producer Darvio celebrate 200 episodes and chat about their favorite episodes, guests and why this show has found a faithful audience. Thank you to our friends and listeners! Here’s to another 200 shows!

The second part in our interview with Professional Royal watcher and author of ‘R is for Revenge Dress: A Princess Diana-inspired Alphabet Book for Grown-ups’. How did Meghan Markle become who she is today, and what is the future for the royal family and her relationship to them? More hot gossip, more light-hearted fun. Check out Kinsey’s book and enjoy this cotton-candy episode.

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I'm Just Sayin - What is the deal with Ye?