Let's Talk Elephants

Destiny Farley
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"Let's Talk Elephants" is a series of conversations aimed at addressing all the topics that traditionally make people uncomfortable. Sex, money, politics, education, religion, drugs, and more. If it makes you anxious, chances are that is because it is IMPORTANT. Let's talk about the important things instead of fearing them. 

  1. 09/28/2025

    Modern Day Freedom of Speech

    Send a text 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 Jimmy Kimmelthe Trump administration's response to free speech issuesthe FCC's unnecessary involvement in the Jimmy Kimmel incidentfree speech in a digital age & the threat of corporations

    1 hr

  2. 09/14/2025

    Pregnancy, Sexuality, & Identity

    Send a text 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 sexualitythe importance therapy has played in building her relationship with her fiancé and her babyhow to not lose yourself in pregnancythe way people tend to only ask about the wellbeing of the baby but not the motherwhy women should not have to work while pregnant

    52 min

  3. 08/31/2025

    Living With An Eating Disorder

    Send a text 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 keep off the weight she lost while sick. Some major topics discussed: signs & symptoms of eating disordersthe way women struggle with comparing their bodies to others & trying to keep their partners happythe mind/body connection and how if one is struggling, both are strugglingthe struggle to articulate mental health disordershow the gym allowed her to rebuild a healthy relationship with food

    56 min

  4. 08/17/2025

    Dating For Financial Stability

    Send a text 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 women to marry for money instead of love, and Carla embodies this approach. Some important topics discussed: why financial stability is more important to her than lovewhat she is willing to look past in relationships if a man can provide (i.e. other women, kids, height, looks)the impact of infidelity on a relationship & her belief that all men cheatthe importance of being okay alone & not settling if needs are not met in a relationshipwhy Las Vegas is a great city to meet men with money

    1h 1m

  5. 07/20/2025

    Women In Sports Journalism

    Send a text 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 the high fashion industry, and says that changing careers into sports journalism quite literally saved her life. Some major topics discussed: the pressures she faced in the fashion industry, including an eating disorder that dropped her to just 109lbs at 6'1" & how it ultimately made her stronger dealing with appearance standards in the journalism worldthe struggles of being taken seriously as a woman in a male-dominated fieldhow a perfectionist, competitive personality can both hinder and help youdealing with sexualization and objectificationdifficulties in maintaining relationships in a career that forces you to sacrifice time and stability

    1h 12m

  6. 07/06/2025

    Veterans & PTSD

    Send a text 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  - his experience with racism in the military - adjusting to life after coming home & how he continues to heal

    1h 5m

  7. 06/22/2025

    Sexuality & Hormones

    Send a text 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 & how it affects their libido (sex drive) - how mental health impacts sexuality - most common STIs & their symptoms - gender roles, motherhood, menopause, & more!

    1h 2m

  8. 10/06/2024

    Loving Imperfect Parents

    Send a text 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 & how we all have lovable parts of us no matter who we are - the importance of choosing forgiveness and love over resentment and hate - the struggle of having older parents - issues in the judicial system

    1h 3m
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"Let's Talk Elephants" is a series of conversations aimed at addressing all the topics that traditionally make people uncomfortable. Sex, money, politics, education, religion, drugs, and more. If it makes you anxious, chances are that is because it is IMPORTANT. Let's talk about the important things instead of fearing them. 

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  • Creator
    Destiny Farley
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Let's Talk Elephants
  • Show Website
    Let's Talk Elephants