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The Ava Davis Show
by Ava Davis
About The Ava Davis ShowPart raw confessional, part cultural dispatch, and always fully trans fabulous.The Ava Davis Show is a scripted, stylized, and smartly irreverent series by Ava Davis—aka Her Grace, the Duchess of Grant Park. It blends artistic rants, cultural critiques, and behind-the-scenes reflections on filmmaking, queerness, Southern identity, and Black trans womanhood.Whether Ava is breaking down current events, unpacking industry frustrations, or interviewing brilliant queer and allied creatives from across the South and beyond, this is a space for truth, joy, and unapologeti
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S4E04: How I Survived a Year Without Hormones
How I Survived a Year Without Hormones The Ava Davis Show – S4E04 (Recorded 25 May 2025) In this vulnerable and deeply personal episode, Ava opens up about her fertility journey—what it meant to come off hormones for nearly a year, and the emotional, mental, and physical toll it took. From...
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S3 Ep 3 - 23 March 2023 "Part 2: Ignorantia Juris Non Excusat Concludes"
S3 Ep 3 - 23 March 2023 "Part 2: Ignorantia Juris Non Excusat Concludes" Dear Prismatic Queerdom, Alright, y’all. It’s been a while since I came to you all. And I thought I was going to be coming to you all monthly, but February had such huge curve balls thrown at me I had to reassess...
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The Ava Davis Show - 30 January 2023 - "Transitioning and friends from days gone by"
Alright, y'all. Back with truly the 1st episode for the 3rd season - season 2 was really a wash. And I announce the amazing news as the latest board member for Out on Film, and how our missions align with my role as the Duchess of Grant Park, and helping queer filmmakers. And then, I get into a...
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The Ava Davis Show - 8 December 2021 with Jamie Dion
Alright, y'all! Back with the second part of my interview with actor, writer, and producer Jamie Dion describing his agency experience, and knowing your value as an artist. And we jump right in where we left off!
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The Ava Davis Show - 6 December 2021
Alright, y'all! We're quickly approaching the end of this year, and that means catching up with old friends of the show and recapping this past year as an actor, as a creator, and looking towards the future. This week we have on Jamie Dion - actor, producer, believer, and professional pretender....
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The Ava Davis Show - 18 November 2021 with guests ND Johnson and Bodhi Alarcon
Alright, y'all! Still continuing the conversation with ND Johnson (she/they) and Bodhi Alarcon (they/them), two of the creators for the upcoming Harvest Cabaret (IG: @harvest.cabaret.atl) . This week is Trans Visibility Week (and I also want to include intersex and non-binary visibilty as well).…
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The Ava Davis Show - 17 November 2021 with guests ND Johnson & Bodhi Alarcon
Here at The Ava Davis Show, we continue celebrating Trans Visibilty Week! The second part of our interview with ND Johnson (she/they) & Bodhi Alarcon(they/them), two of the creators of the Harvest Cabaret, Sunday November 21st. Catering to our Atlanta community of QTPOC, it is an evening of...
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The Ava Davis Show - 16 November 2021
Alright, y'all! I've been busy for the past month (in case you didn't hear, I am a Sundance Fellow / Memberee.) But, this upcoming Sunday some friends of mine are hosting a Harvest Cabaret, catering to our Atlanta community of QTPOC! An evening of burlesque, magic, entertainment, and community.…
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The Ava Davis Show - 26 May 2021 with Carlette Jennings
Carlette and I continue our conversations, on her journey to Atlanta, via California, and how she found her acting groove! Remember, after you finish checking out part two of our interview, you can go ahead and make plans with your friends to go to Second Self Brewing this Friday to catch her...
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The Ava Davis Show - 24 May 2021
This week we have on as guest Carlette Jennings, actor and comedian. And I'm lucky enough to call Carlette a friend. Also, after you finish checking out part one of our interview, you can go ahead and make plans with your friends to go to Second Self Brewing this Friday to catch her comedy act!…
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The Ava Davis Show - 21 May 2021 with Alisa Chambers
The pandemic has been tough on a lot of non-profits this year, including the Grant Park Conservancy (www.gpconservancy.org). But! They have some special events coming up that are not only fun but will help offset losses from their bigger events. The last part of our interview with Alisa Chambers,...
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The Ava Davis Show - 19 May 2021 with Alisa Chambers
Part two of our interview with Alisa Chambers, director of operations for the Grant Park Conservancy, and also a Grant Park enthusiast. . . She tells us about what Grant Park Conservancy does for the park (hint - it's a non-profit, not a government agency so they're entirely on their own funding...
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The Ava Davis Show - 17 May 2021 with Alisa Chambers
Today the first episode drops of season two! We're celebrating a very important birthday with guest Alisa Chambers, director of operations for the Grant Park Conservancy! Find out who Alisa Chambers is and what the Grant Park Conservancy does for the park, the neighborhood, and the city, this…
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The Ava Davis Show - 18 December 2020
Alright, y'all. Today is the last day before I go on hiatus. And, if you're not following along on Facebook, then you missed how this episode was recorded live! Yep, you read that correctly. There were some technical issues ( in the live broadcast, for instance, I had two mics accidentally…
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The Ava Davis Show - 17 December 2020
Alright, y'all. Todays a bit of a soapbox day in trying to figure out ... why is Mitch McConnell a f***face? I don't come to a definitive answer, but I do gain/share some knowledge in researching a bit more about him. ----------------------- The Ava Davis Show – a video blog that deigns to call...
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The Ava Davis Show - 16 December 2020
Alright, y'all. It's a light day today, but I am feeling better than yesterday. All I gots for ya is the fact that my friends and I are creating a new show, The News, Y'all! Go check us out on the tube of yous. Or something like that. Alright, love you buhbye! ----------------------- The Ava…
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The Ava Davis Show - 15 December 2020
Alright, y'all. Today is more of a dear diary type day, seeing as how it feels like I've got a low-grade depression or something. So, I talk about the lows of indie filmmaking, while also trying to somehow family plan and plan for gender confirmation surgery. It's a lot. But, it's all in bearing...
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The Ava Davis Show - 14 December 2020
Alright, y'all. Happy Monday. I recap the weekend, including the private screening for the Duchess of Grant Park (www.duchessofgrantpark.com) which went swimmingly! And then I talk about how resistant I am to change (but after this upload I may be sold on At&T Fibre!). And finally, a convo I had...
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The Ava Davis Show - 11 December 2020
Alright, y'all. It's Friday, which means we made it to the end of another week! Congrats! So, in addition to your top 3 things, I bring you a soapbox moment about a customer who came into the shop and left me livid! ----------------------- The Ava Davis Show – a video blog that deigns to call...
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The Ava Davis Show - 10 December 2020
Alright, y'all. I am figuring out this new system I have so I can interview people via zoom and keep it engaging and entertaining! So, I use my multicam set up to talk about still processing the whole Sundance loss, and taking comfort in the words of Mark Duplass and Ava DuVernay....
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The Ava Davis Show - 9 December 2020
Alright y'all. Yesterday got away from me, between work, meeting up for a socially distant tea and chat about class with Nicole, and then booking it to get home to rehearsal, I just ran out of time to record an episode. So, I apologize. But here is today's episode, just more about recovering from...
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The Ava Davis Show - 7 December 2020
Alright, y'all. Today is a bit of a therapy day for me. And, don't worry, I'll be fine. Today is about acknowledging and sitting with uncomfortable emotions. And why Disney's Inside Out is incredibly helpful for kids of all ages, from 2 to 92, though apparently that's been said many times, many...
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The Ava Davis Show - 4 December 2020
Alright y'all. Today is one of the days I find out things, so crossed fingers. Next week Clarinda and I hold MASS. Atlanta officially enters the bid to host the 2026 World Cup. And the final part of my interview with actress and model Shay Davis! And with that, the final part of my interview with...
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The Ava Davis Show - 3 December 2020
Alright, y'all! Today was a day to get my car serviced, which means that I got to see @blondey.fabulous !!!! Every time I schedule an appointment at @jacksonacura I look forward to it because I get to see her!!! So, there's that, and then your #top3things, along with ... what did I talk about?...
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The Ava Davis Show - 2 December 2020
Alright, y'all. Still playing with best format delivery here on the IG (separate uploads take a MINUTE!) So until I get that sorted out, you can still watch the latest episodes by visiting www.theavadavisshow.com. So, today I start off by showing you the talent of @alluringhairbyrina , as I bring...
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The Ava Davis Show - 1 December 2020
Alright, y'all. Buckle up! Today was a very newsworthy day, aside from the #topthreethings. Today is Giving Tuesday, today is also World AIDS Day, and today is the day I found out the screenplay for The Waltz Film (www.thewaltzfilm) was selected to participate for the Rome Prisma Film Award !!!...
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The Ava Davis Show - 30 November 2020
Alright, y'all! Today's episode is long. 45 minutes. But also, I haven't talked to you all in a week, and a lot happened last week plus I finish up the interview with @jasontheperformer ! So, the top three news things, a quick recap of my thanksgiving week, and then closing out a conversation on...
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The Ava Davis Show - 23 November 2020
Alright, y'all. Happy Monday, and all that jazz. I have on, still as guest, Jason Gonsalves, and we talk about our dear love for Beyonce, Mornell Studios, acting, and sexuality and gender. But first, I get on the soapbox for a second about giving thanks, and our social safety nets in America....
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The Ava Davis Show - 20 November 2020
Alright, y'all. Today is the 20th of November, and today is also the Transgender / Non-Binary Day of Remembrance. This year has been especially violent for trans and non-binary people, especially trans and non binary people of color. 2020 marks the most deadliest year on record since...
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The Ava Davis Show - 19 November 2020
Alright, y'all! Today I have on dear friend and guest, Jason Gonsalves, as we talk about acting, writing, and then we devolve into a discussion about music, Taylor Swift, Cornelia (not Cornelius) Street, crinkley hair, and Beyonce in her early days! ----------------------- The Ava Davis Show - a...
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The Ava Davis Show - 18 November 2020
Alright y'all . Today is Wednesday, the 18th of November, and Thanksgiving is next week. Also, next week is my hormone-niversary. And Eddie and I review "Escape to the Chateau," available on Peacock! ----------------------- The Ava Davis Show - a talk-show about self-care, culture, topics of the...
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The Ava Davis Show - 17 November 2020
Alright y'all. A quick talk about pronouns, Eddie and I review Netflix's The Queens Gambit, and a final interview with Chase about acting. ----------------------- The Ava Davis Show - a talk-show about self-care, culture, topics of the day and more. The show is hosted by Ava Davis, the Duchess of...
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The Ava Davis Show - 16 November 2020 with guest, Chase Wolfe
Alright y'all! This weekend was amazing, and wonderous. Today is the 100th episode (omg, I know!). And Chase and I continue our talk about The Laramie Project and how the casting process left us shooketh! ----------------------- The Ava Davis Show - a talk-show about self-care, culture, topics of...
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The Ava Davis Show - 13 November 2020 with special guest, Chase Wolfe
Alright, y'all! Today is Friday the 13th, and the day after the day that shall not be named. So, I wax poetically about previous days that shall not be named, and how sublime yesterday was. And then, because I've figured out things, I bring you part two of my interview with Chase Wolf...
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The Ava Davis Show - 12 November 2020
Alright y’all. Since the day is almost over, by all means, and measures, I can announce that today was my #birthday. And I’m feeling guilty because I rearranged a lot of things to tape this #interview yesterday, but the opportunity presented itself. So, this is my interview with @chasethewolfe…
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The Ava Davis Show - 11 November 2020
Alright, y'all. Today is Veteran's Day. I hope you've acknowledged them, at the very least. The scars of service can still linger on. In addition, I hope you're keeping abreast of the politcal climate in Washington! And, finally, let's talk about acting for a minute. Specifically, acting with...
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The Ava Davis Show - 10 November 2020
Alright , y’all. I’m scattered today, but mainly because I’ve been reading #shakespeare. More in due time, but … these next few weeks are gonna be rough. So, I’m focusing on what I can, and that includes progressing my projects and taking comfort in cohorts! ----------------------- Watch the…
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The Ava Davis Show - 9 November 2020
Alright, y'all. We still need to wrap up the interviews with Ngozi; and I think I'll upload those to the website soon so you can listen to them in full. But today, let's talk about this weekend. 3 stories the AP News (Pfizer Corona Virus vaccine, HIV 2 month shot, and President-Elect Biden)…
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The Ava Davis Show - 6 Nov 2020
Alright, y'all. Ngozi and I continue this conversation about the election and politics, and she drops some knowledge on me about Anchor.fm (who I just signed with to host the podcast version of this show!) You can follow along at : anchor.fm/theavadavisshow, and I'll share the links as they get...
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The Ava Davis Show - 5 Nov 2020with guest, Ngozi. Pt. 4
They are still counting ballots here in #georgia for #election2020. Meanwhile, I bring you part 4 of my interview with @nnakitout, as we talk about ... what book did you read? "Dear White America" by @speakoutwithtimwise (gonna add that to my reading list). We recorded this the night of…
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The Ava Davis Show - 4 Nov 2020 with guest, Ngozi. Pt. 3
Alright, y'all. Your host, we're still settling into this new Instagram handle, so give us a follow! We don't know where this election will land (still) (# indecision2020), but in the meantime, Ngozi (@nnakitout) and I (@the_ava_davis) try and figure out why some of y'all don't want everyone to...
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The Ava Davis Show - 03 Nov 2020 pt. 2 with special guest, Ngozi
Alright, y'all. Your host, @the_ava_davis here, and we're still settling into this new #instagram handle, so give us a follow! Today kicks off a bit of special conversation, with my friend Ngozi (@nnakitout ). The election is today, so besides stress cooking two pots of #coqauvin, I bring you the...
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The Ava Davis Show - 2 Nov 2020
Alright, y'all. We're settling into this new #instagram handle, so give us a follow! Today kicks off a bit of special conversation, with my friend Ngozi. The election is tomorrow, and we have a whole lot to say about our country, its electorate, and participating in the process. We both #stan Joe...
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The Ava Davis Show - 4 Aug 2020
Today I'm coming to you from my backyard, so I could quickly get an episode done. I got to see an old friend today, and practice some self care in the form of connecting with people, and preparing for the future (projects in the work and rehearsals!) The only thing I can promise for tomorrow is…
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The Ava Davis Show - 3 Aug 2020
Alright, y'all! Today's show is brought to you by good mental health habits. For me, that was taking a break last week to regroup, and giving myself permission to do nothing on my off days. And, it also meant the announcement of a new project I'm more than excited to be a part of, Proud Mary...
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The Ava Davis Show - 24 July 2020
OK, rounding out the week by spotlighting a few things! First, Hush Harbor Lab presents Mia Kristin Smith's (@therealmiakristinsmith) workshopped play, LOCKED, this Sunday at 7PM. Tix are free and info on Hush Harbor's website (https://www.hushharborlab.com/upcoming-events/event-one-f555e) and...
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The Ava Davis Show - 23 July 2020
Today's ... an episode. Again, trying out the iPhone thing. But also taking a minute to take stock of my anxiety, not in the coronavirus but in the national upheaval and trajectory of actions. ----------------------- Watch the latest episodes at www.theavadavishow.com and sign up for our...
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The Ava Davis Show - 22 July 2020
Today is back in the studio (I got in before the day got too hot!) So, I'm blabbering on about yesterday and my lessons in letting go of perfectionism this week (today's was how did it feel to do zero cuts and zoom ins) while also talking a bit about an audition yesterday and how I let go of...
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The Ava Davis Show - 21 July 2020
Today is letting go of (most of my) perfectionism. So, today was recorded on my phone at the shop. And, also, tonight at 8PM I hope you tune in as @ProudMaryTheatre, SC's first and only LGBTQ Theater company, presents Robert Fusons' Millenial Approached/It's A Generational Thing! Check out Proud...
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The Ava Davis Show - 20 July 2020
So a bit late today; it's a very busy week and I'm probably gonna have to learn a lesson in letting perfectionism go, but before I do I just wanted to share a euphoric moment about showing up as my authentic self. And the thing that's a constant in an actor's life, auditioning. All that and I…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
About The Ava Davis ShowPart raw confessional, part cultural dispatch, and always fully trans fabulous.The Ava Davis Show is a scripted, stylized, and smartly irreverent series by Ava Davis—aka Her Grace, the Duchess of Grant Park. It blends artistic rants, cultural critiques, and behind-the-scenes reflections on filmmaking, queerness, Southern identity, and Black trans womanhood.Whether Ava is breaking down current events, unpacking industry frustrations, or interviewing brilliant queer and allied creatives from across the South and beyond, this is a space for truth, joy, and unapologeti
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