Lets Go There With Shira & Ryan

Dr. James Simmons is back with us and there is a lot to unpack. On our "What's Trending" we discuss how the precautions of the 2020 Census and how it’s impacting states across the country, plus what the Polls are saying about Biden's first 100 days as President. We also discuss, why we don’t say 'your welcome' anymore with etiquette expert Diane Gottsman. Plus, how to cut screen time and why is it difficult to cut it down? With Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology at Central Michigan University, Dr. Sarah Domoff. Thank you for listening!

Dr. James Simmons guests host today! We get into why COVID wards are filling up with younger patients. Also, we discuss what “hurry sickness.” is and why you might have it! Plus. we celebrate Lesbian Visibility day with the co-founder of The Curve Magazine. Thank you for listening! 

The news of Caitlyn Jenner entering into politics has most definitely received mixed reviews and Equality California joins us for their thoughts and they do not hold back. Also, as colleges reopen-  is it legal for them to require a COVID Vaccine? Plus, Shira and Ryan get into another debate regarding celebrities being role models for society!   Thank you for listening! 

It’s Earth Day and we are breaking down Biden's climate goal, continuing our Earth Day conversation with what does sustainability or buying biodegradable products actually mean?  Also, you do not want to missed the debate Shira and Ryan get into. Plus, so much more!  Thank you for listening!   

We have a very special show, Frankie Grande- dancer, actor, singer, all around rainbow personality is here to talk about his new rock of ages live and more. Also, as we continue to celebrate 4/20 the benefits of cooking with cannabis with Ivan - cannabis chef and co-owner of Mangia Ghanja; a San Diego based company.   Plus, much more, thank you for listening! 

Today we bringing you the final verdict in the murder trial of former Minneapolis police. Our thoughts with special guests Political commentators and journalist Richard A Fowler, Marc Fisher, and Jarrett Hill. Plus, Dr. Alfiee joins us as we react to the verdict and discuss how to support our Mental health during this time.   Thank you for listening!   

Today we continue to with the closing argument from the Derek Chauvin trial with WCCO Radio reporter in Minneapolis, Sloane Martin. Also, we unpack the importance of not skipping your second dose of the COVID vaccine  We also go dip on 'Drag Race' stars opening about how much they’ve invested in their shows; spending their life savings for the attention and the chance to win with Deputy Editor of VICE Life and the author of The Art of Showing Up: How to Be There for Yourself and Your People Rachel Miller. Plus, Maebe A. Girl Silver Lake Neighborhood Councilwoman joins us to discuss her recent announcement of her second run for Congress to represent CA-28 in the U.S. House of Representatives.  Thank you for listening! 

The Florida House passed a bill banning transgender girls from participating in school sports and requiring girls whose sex is “disputed” to undergo inspections of their genitalia. Florida State Representative Omari Hardy, joins us to discuss fighting this bill and the battle ahead.

On Friday's show we discuss how  Florida has passed a bill requiring some girls to undergo genital inspections for school sports FL State Representative Omari Hardy, District 88- West Palm join us for the conversation on how him and his colleague's are not going to stop fighting the bill! We also discuss how HIV is impacting the trans community and whats being done to support those at risk with community organizer of Trans Health Programming at The Wall Las Memorias, Sarah Cruz.  Plus, why we are  so tired after socializing now that life is getting back to "normal"   Thank you for listening!

Today we get into the protests in Minnesota and how Chauvin not testifying will impact the George Floyd case. We also unpack how many minority groups are also dealing with barriers around getting the COVID vaccine with VP and Director of Public Opinion & Survey Research, Kaiser Family Foundation Liz Hamel. And for some a hotline that promises to help you out if you’re having a bad trip plus, how to confront someone when you hate confrontation.   Thank you for listening! 

Former California Democratic Congresswoman Katie Hill resigned amid allegations of inappropriate relationships with campaign staffers in 2019- she then sued her ex-husband and the owners of Redstate.com and the Daily Mail, saying they had distributed "nonconsensual porn" and accused them of “cyber exploitation”. Hill joins Let's Go There to discuss losing the lawsuit, her fight for making revenge porn a federal crime and Florida Republican Representative Matt Gaetz bringing up her name when it comes to allegations that he was involved with sex trafficking.

We are joined by Former congresswoman Katie Hill who will be talking about Matt Gaetz and her revenge porn lawsuit she lost recently against the Daily Mail. Also, how does a veteran officer mistake a gun for a Taser? Cedric L Alexander, who has served over four decades in law enforcement and Public Safety Consultant joins us for the conversation. Plus, the healing power of dogs for people living with HIV with  with Co-author of When Dogs Heal and journalist Zach Stafford. Plus, much more!    Thank you for listening!     

Today we get into why why the U.S. is calling  for a pause on the Johnson & Johnson vaccine with Dr. Amesh Adalja . Also on the show, what not to say when someone shares their trauma with you with Abigail Makepeace, marriage and family therapist, and how  some stress is actually good for you. We’re sharing how to get better at dealing with it with clinical psychologist Dr. Vaile Wright,    Plus, so much more! 

Today we get  what happened at the Derek Chauvin trial and more on a police shooting in Brooklyn Minnesota over the weekend that have led to more protests. Also, the debate continues over the ethics of OnlyFans and we are here to explain, also at what age are people happiest? and a special treat from Semler, the first openly queer artist to hit number 1 on the iTunes Christian music charts with their EP, Preacher's Kid.   Thank you for listening! 

We had a very special Friday! We talked to Pete Mercurio and Danny Stewart, gay couple who adopted an abandoned newborn that they found on NYC subway platform are continuing to share their story children’s book that’s called Our Subway Baby. We are also joined by Lambada legal to discuss the new anti-trans bills being pitched in North Carolina and much more! Thank you for listening!

A gay couple who adopted an abandoned newborn they found on a NYC subway platform are continuing to share their story 21 years later. Pete Mercurio, author of the children’s book OUR SUBWAY BABY, and his husband Danny Stewart joins Let's Go There to discuss their miracle story and life that continues to inspire headlines around the world.

Today we unpack with the rise of COVID-19 variants, how will it define the next phase of the pandemic? with the Washington Post. Also, as schools open up what public school should look like for the LGBTQIA students and their families; United Teachers of Los Angeles President Cecily Myart-Cruz joins us!  Plus, what to do if a colleague is stealing your ideas, because Shira is know for this!    Thank you for listening! 

Today, we discuss how Arkansas legislators pass ban on transgender medical treatments for youths, overriding the governors veto; details on on what happens next with the Washington Post. Also, 1 in 3 college students face food insecurity,what solutions could solve this crisis? Dr. Anastasia Snelling, & Dr. Rebecca Hegadorn, joins us for the conversation. And for our chance to get some inner worth with ourselves; what is toxic productivity and what to do if you find yourself in that cycle & tips on how to talk to someone you have nothing in common with!   Thank you for listening! 

Today its the First International Asexuality Day celebrated around the world we share more. We unpack the interesting discovery from Sophia Moskalenko - Social and Clinical Psychology from University of Pennsylvania, around the psychology of QAnon followers. Plus, should there be a limit on how much debt a young person takes on?Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Bates College in Maine.Paul Schofield joins us for the conversation.  Thank you for listening! 

Today we unpack the debate over vaccine passports and how to make sure they do not create a caste system? Also, the new law that is transferring hundreds of transgender women to new prisons - the lawyer who worked on the bill joins us. Plus,  why having less things makes us happier? & the trend of  'Revenge Travel' as the world opens up.   Thank you for listening!