KMZQ 670AM, Kevin Wall Radio 6/05/2026 – Hour 2 Part 2

Kevin Wall Radio Show30mJune 8, 2026
AI-Generated Summary

Judge Jessica Goody, a sitting Las Vegas Justice Court judge running for District Court 26, delivers a sharp, self-aware critique of Nevada's judicial system in a candid interview on Kevin Wall Radio. She argues that the state's civil case backlog—over 70% of all district court filings—demands judges with real courtroom experience, not just legal credentials. Her central message? 'If you want the courts to get better, get Goody.' She emphasizes that judicial campaigns are nonpartisan by law, yet voters must still scrutinize candidates' actual experience handling the types of cases they'll preside over. Goody's campaign stands out for its focus on accessibility and transparency, urging voters to Google her, visit her website, and hold her accountable. Meanwhile, the episode reveals a broader political landscape: from voter ID advocacy and border security rhetoric to attacks on 'lawfare' against Trump allies and a growing fear of Democratic Senate gains. The tone is unapologetically conservative, with repeated attacks on inflation, 'radical Democrats,' and 'Nazi' candidates—though Goody’s calm, professional demeanor provides a rare counterpoint to the show’s fiery rhetoric.

Key Takeaways
1

Judicial races require scrutiny of actual case experience, not just legal credentials, especially given Nevada’s 70% civil case backlog.

2

Judge Jessica Goody’s campaign slogan 'If you want the courts to get better, get Goody' is a direct call to voters to prioritize proven courtroom experience.

3

Nevada’s new voting system tabulates votes in real time after in-person ballots are fed through machines, with 80% of results expected by Tuesday evening.

4

Judges in Nevada are nonpartisan by law and ethically prohibited from running on party affiliation, despite voter demand for political alignment.

5

The episode reveals a conservative media ecosystem where judicial campaigns are framed as battles for 'election integrity' and 'law and order'.

…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus

Chapters
5:09
2 min

The Judge’s Dilemma: Why Move from Justice Court to District Court?

I'm a person of faith. And I think when God tells you to walk through a door, you shut up and you walk through the door.

Highlight
7:29
2 min

The Nonpartisan Reality of Judicial Campaigns

Goody details the strict nonpartisan rules for judges, explaining that candidates cannot disclose party affiliation and must treat all litigants equally regardless of political beliefs.

9:34
3 min

How to Win a Judicial Race in a 1.5-Million-Ballot County

Goody shares her grassroots campaign strategy—speaking at any event, from one person to 200—because door-knocking isn’t feasible across Clark County.

15:40
4 min

The Power of Direct Voter Communication

If you want the courts to get better, get Goody.

Highlight
24:12
5 min

Lawfare Against Trump: A Political Strategy or Legal Reality?

They can't win on issues anymore. So they say, hey, vote for us. The other guy is a Nazi.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
And what I say is, if you want the courts to get better, get Goody.
Judge Jessica Goody19:20
I'm a person of faith. And I think when God tells you to walk through a door, you shut up and you walk through the door.
Judge Jessica Goody7:12
Now, the quote that I have here from the Attorney General, Chris Mays, says, The Arizona Attorney General's office will return this case to the grand jury.
Chris Mays (spokesperson)24:47
Speakers

Host

Kevin Wall

Guest

Judge Jessica Goody
Topics Discussed
judicial elections90%voter ID85%court backlog80%nonpartisan judiciary75%lawfare70%election integrity65%campaign strategy60%voting system reform55%
People & Brands

Judge Jessica Goody

person

12xPositive

Kevin Wall

person

8xNeutral

Rhonda Kennedy

person

3xPositive

Cody K. Whipple

person

3xPositive

Sharon Engel

person

3xPositive

UNLV

organization

2xNeutral

Sharon Angle

person

2xPositive

Dr. Jeff Gunter

person

2xPositive

Chris Mays

person

2xNeutral

Sam & Ash Injury Law

organization

2xPositive

Start discovering podcast insights today

Start with a 7-day trial and explore a growing catalog of popular podcasts. No credit card required.

No credit card required • 7-day trial • Cancel anytime