The Purple Pawedcast

This week's episode is a story of science, politics, and ignorance with Dr. Richard Kaczynski.  Richard is a psychologist, Thelemite, and author of the book "Mind Over Magick."  Richard and I muse over topics as far afield as the human penchant to fill in where there are no blanks, why humans choose ignorance over science, and what "Ghostbusters" can teach about statistics.

REFERENCES:
Richard Kaczynski’s Website:  https://richard-kaczynski.com/

Follow Richard on Bluesky:  https://bsky.app/profile/richardkaczynski.bsky.social

Learn more about Richard’s book “Mind Over Magick”:  https://www.innertraditio...

Today's episode features a raw discussion with Derek Crager about the value of AI in human society.  Derek Crager is a tech founder, an AI thought leader, and author of the upcoming book "Human First AI."  Derek and I consider what AI excels at doing for humans, how humans can co-create with AI effectively, and why a printer telling you about its broken parts would be creepy.

REFERENCES:
Derek Crager’s Website:  https://www.practicalai.app

Follow Derek on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amazonleadership/

Learn about Derek’s book:  https://www.human...

This week's episode features a candid conversation about sex with my dear friend Eve Hall.  Eve is a physical therapist for sexual wellness and an award-winning hostess of the Please Me! Podcast.  Together, Eve and I consider topics as diverse as pelvic floor health, the patriarchy, and awkward ways to describe what humans do naturally.

REFERENCES:
Eve Hall’s Website:  https://pleaseme.online/

Follow Eve on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094393249379

Follow Eve on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEo1qdyY9pXicqeXYeyca9Q

Follow Eve on Instagr...

Today's episode features a story of old-school New Jersey coming-of-age with Mary Kathleen Mehuron.  Mary Kathleen is an author, educator, and artist whose most recent novel "Down on the South Beach Drag” explores Queer self-discovery.  Mary Kathleen and I discuss the New Jersey art and music scene, The Boss, and giving children the space to grow up to be just who they are.

REFERENCES:
Mary Kathleen Mehuron’s Website:  https://www.marykathleenmehuron.com/
Follow Mary Kathleen on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/mary.mehuron
Follow Mary Kathleen on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/marykathleenmehuron

Today's episode features the new Mayor of Downingtown, PA, Dr. Erica Deuso.  Erica is a scientist, advocate for the marginalized...oh, and the first openly transgender Mayor in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.  Erica and I discuss topics as weighty as the dirty business inherent in politics, how education is the best form of activism, and how long a buffalo would need to be in electrolysis before a vaginoplasty.

REFERENCES:
Erica Deuso’s Website:  https://www.ericadeuso.com/

Follow Erica on Bluesky:  https://bsky.app/profile/ericadeuso.bsky.social

Follow Erica on Instagram:  https...

Today's episode features insight into self-defeating behavior with Dr. Albert Bramante.  Albert is a psychology professor, author, talent agent, and hypnotist whose newest book is titled "Rise Above the Script: Confronting Self Doubt and Mastering Self Sabotage for Performing Artists."  Albert and I muse over topics as diverse as how self-sabotage stems from comfort, whether more physical danger would make for better people, and why drama majors inspire less drama than academics.

REFERENCES:
Albert Bramante’s Website:  https://albertbramante.com/

Read “Rise Above the Script”:  https://a.co/d/b770wPb

Follow Albert on...

This week's episode features advice on having great sex by Dr. Stacy Friedman.  Dr. Stacy is a clinical sexologist, podcaster, and Certified Sex Coach.  We discuss topics as weighty as why we only learn about the negative aspects of sex, how teaching your partner what makes you happy is your gift to them, and why alliteration with P is the best there is.

REFERENCES:
Dr. Stacy Friedman’s Website:  https://drstacyfriedman.com

Follow Dr. Stacy on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@DrStacyFriedman

Follow Dr. Stacy on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@drstacyfriedman

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Today's episode features Tracey Napier's story of shattering early perceptions of limitation to blossom into the Divine Plan.  Tracey is an intuitive life coach, psychic, author, and speaker.  Tracey and I consider topics as diverse as the beliefs that steal our control, how we can only delay the Divine Plan, and why we need to ask ourselves the right questions if we expect ourselves to answer.

REFERENCES:
Tracey Napier’s Website:  https://www.traceynapier.com/

Follow Tracey on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/traceyjeannapier2/

Follow Tracey on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@traceyj...

Today's episode features Anne Gillaspie's raw story of hitting bottom, finding purpose, and reclaiming who she is.  Anne is a Brand Therapist, podcaster, and Worshiper of Why.  In our discussion, Anne and I touch on all damage caused by manipulation, trusting our children to learn from their mistakes, and how to rank the Spice Girls correctly.

CONTENT WARNING: Depression and Suicide

REFERENCES:
Anne Gillaspie’s Website: https://www.fixandform.com/ 

Follow Fix & Form on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fixandform

Follow Fix & Form on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/FixandForm/

Fo...

Today's episode features Dr. Jeff Feinman and his Whole-istic approach to veterinary medicine.  Dr. Jeff is a veterinarian as well as a Whole-istic connector and educator.  Jeff and I muse over topics as far afield as context in science and medicine; life, death, and rebirth; and what to call the word 'laser.'

REFERENCES:
Jeff Feinmans’s Website:  https://www.holisticactions.com/

Follow Jeff on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/holisticactions

Follow Jeff on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticActions

Follow Jeff on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/holisticactions

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Today's episode is an honor I won't forget - Candidate for US Senate Dakarai Larriett tells his story of police brutality turned into a run for America's future.  Dakarai is a businessperson, an advocate, a police brutality survivor, and 2026 US Senate Candidate for the state of Alabama.  Our conversation floats over topics are diverse as qualified immunity, Queer representation, and how most states are purple...as they should be!

REFERENCES:
Dakarai Larriett’s Website:  https://dakarailarriett.com/

Read Dakarai’s book “Don’t Flush:”  https://a.co/d/9evLdYt

Follow Dakarai on Instagram:  ht...

Today's episode features Lynn Colepaugh and her conversation with Large Language Models (LLMs).  Lynn is a brand strategist, music label founder, and Founder of Cyber PR Army, a woman-led digital strategy agency.  Together, Lynn and I consider imagination as the Infinite Almost, how to keep your most important memories alive, and whether Pedro Pascal can conjugate.

REFERENCES:
Lynn Colepaugh’s Website:  https://cyberprarmy.com/

See Lynn's story and book a consultation:  https://cyberprarmy.com/thecastle

Follow Lynn on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/lynn.daigle

Follow Lynn on Instagram: https://www.ins...

Today's episode features Russell Van Brocklen's struggles with dyslexia, and how he came out the other side.  Russell is "The Dyslexia Professor" and founded the website https://dyslexiaclasses.com.  In our discussion, Russell and I consider topics as diverse as language processing, how learning requires custom application per student, and why "Wonder Woman " was such a great movie.

REFERENCES:
Russell Van Brocklen’s Website:  https://dyslexiaclasses.com/

Follow Russell on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/dyslexiaclasses

Follow Russell on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/teaching-students-with-dyslexia/

Follow Russell on YouTube:  https...

Today's episode features Christian de la Huerta and his story of reclaiming himself from other people's expectations.  Christian is an author, TedX speaker, and personal transformation coach whose latest book explores the relationship of love, choice, and power.  Christian and I discuss topics as wide as toxic masculinity, how power is not zero-sum, and the holistic nature of love.

REFERENCES:
Christian de la Huerta’s Website:  https://soulfulpower.com/

Follow Christian on Facebook:  http://facebook.com/groups/unleashyourinnerhero

Follow Christian on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/christiandlh/

Follow Christian on YouTube...

This episode features a look into the Akashic Records with Kanika Vasudeva.  Kanika is an Akashic Records reader and energy coach who founded the Art of Life Center to help parents create a better environment for their children.  Kanika and I muse over profound topics as far afield as the natural happiness of children, learning the lessons the Universe presents us, and why the Universe still seems to make merging on the freeway so difficult.

REFERENCES:
Kanika Vasudeva’s Website:  https://artoflifecenter.com/

Follow Kanika on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@kanikaenergycoach

Follow...

Today's episode features Dr. Allison Battles, a Queer and Pagan licensed clinical psychologist, trauma specialist, and Certified Therapeutic Game Master.  Yes - Game Master!  Allison and I consider topics as far afield as how science can sometimes be unwieldy in healing, using Dungeons & Dragons for identity exploration, and that Dark Elf you made in WoW, but should likely be ashamed of.

REFERENCES:
Dr. Allison Battles's company, BattleRobin Counseling: https://battlerobincounseling.com/

Today's episode features David Alan Brown's story of transformation.  David is an author, educator, and developer of the Convergence method, which guides you through self-discovery and personal power.  David and I cover the field from developing personal leadership to trusting you know who you are to finding gratitude you get to express who you are. 

REFERENCES:
David Alan Brown’s Website:  https://davidalanbrown.com/

Follow David on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.a.brown.940

Follow David on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theauthordavidalanbrown/

Follow David on LinkedIn:  http://www.linkedin...

Today's show features Arnold Beekes and his story of overcoming the narratives that hold us back.  Arnold is an author, speaker, and Brain Fitness Trainer whose masterclasses help you uncondition your brain.  Arnold and I ponder topics as diverse as why it can be damaging to do as you're asked, why sporadic positive reinforcement may not overcome chronic negative reinforcement, and how technology can stifle critical thought.

REFERENCES:
Arnold Beekes’s Website:  https://braingym.fitness/

Follow Arnold on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arnold.beekes

Follow Arnold on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@B...

Today's episode follows Gretchen Schoser's chilling story of despair and rebirth.  Gretchen is a suicide attempt survivor, award-winning podcaster, and tech-savvy entrepreneur whose work focuses on healing the mental health Western society wears down.  Gretchen and I muse over topics as far afield as the importance of community, how friends love friends no matter what, and why baby raccoons are the balm for all maladies.

REFERENCES:
Gretchen Schoser’s website:  https://www.schosersolutions.com/

Sh!t That Goes on in Our Heads Podcast:  https://goesoninourheads.net/

Follow Gretchen on Instagram: https://www.instag...

Today I welcome Tigrilla Gardenia's plant wisdom to the show.  Tigrilla is a Nature-Inspired Mentor, Certified Life Coach, and World Ambassador for Plant Advocacy.  We consider topics as conceptually diverse as humanity's integration into Earth's story, Eco-feminism as our new word for how humans used to live, and whether Tiggers are made out of rubber or springs.

REFERENCES:
Tigrilla Gardenia’s Website:  https://tigrillagardenia.com/

Follow Tigrilla on Facebook: https://facebook.com/tigrillagardenia

Follow Tigrilla on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@tigrillagardenia

Follow Tigrilla on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tigrill...

This week's episode features Bobbi Barrington's ability to reframe the stories she told herself all her life.  Bobbi is a keynote speaker, coach, and transgender woman who helps others reveal their own stories and how they can change them for a better life.  Bobbi and I discuss topics as far afield as the power each of us has to tell our own story, how authenticity unlocks deep emotional regulation, and the beauty of getting chatted up in a bar.

REFERENCES:
Bobbi Barringtons’s Website:  https://www.bobbibarrington.com/

Follow Bobbi on Facebook: https://www.faceb...

Today's episode features the life and magic of Storm Faerywolf.  Storm is an author, educator, warlock, and Co-Founder of Modern Witch University.  In our discussion, Storm and I take on topics as far afield as the base nature of gender roles, each of our lasting legacies, and our favorite Monty Python movies.

REFERENCES;
Storm Faerywolf’s Website:  https://faerywolf.com/

Follow Storm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/faerywolf/

Follow Storm on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/faerywolf/

Follow Storm on Threads:  https://www.threads.net/@faerywolf

Follow Storm o...

Today's episode features the incredible Louise, or LouLou, and what life as a T Elder means.  LouLou is just a lass trying to live her life, a transgender advocate, and hostess of 'The T Elders' podcast.  We get pretty dang philosophical about topics as diverse as preventing gatekeeping within the transgender community, how gender never stops evolving, and Dickens's lesser-known novel, "Nancy Twist."

REFERENCES:
Louise’s Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/Itsloulou43

Follow Louise on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/itsloulou43.bsky.social

Follow Louise on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@itsloulou43

Today's episode is a special Pride Month offering featuring Queer Thelemite Maevius Lynn.  Lynn is an esoteric author, content creator, and advocate of the new religious movement, Thelema.  We discuss topics as far afield as Aleister Crowley, how Thelema soothes religious trauma, and why screwing your neighbor isn't the same as Sex Magick.

REFERENCES:
Maevius Lynn’s Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/maeviuslynn

Follow Lynn on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@MaeviusLynn

Follow Lynn on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/maeviuslynn/

Follow Lynn on Bluesky:  https://bsky.app/profile/maeviuslynn.bsky.soc...

Today's episode features some funny (and poignant) stories from Paul Cram.  Paul is an actor, book lover, and multimedia designer who catalogs and celebrates Queer experiences everywhere.  Paul and I consider topics as far afield as growing up knowing we don't matter, how acting can be identity therapy, and how we should discover who our children are, not dictate who they are.

REFERENCES:
Paul Cram’s Website:  https://iampaulcram.com

Follow Paul on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iampaulcram

Follow Paul on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@iampaulcram

Follow Paul on Ins...

In this episode, we hear Koby Falks's story of finding authenticity and strength by challenging toxic masculine stereotypes.  Koby is an adult content creator, entrepreneur and advocate for authenticity in the adult content industry.  Koby and I muse over topics as diverse as when masculinity turns toxic, how negating sex negates ourselves, and what it means to be a good bottom.

REFERENCES:
Koby Falks Linktree: https://linktr.ee/KobyFalks

Follow Koby on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChRpGMrLi-pnJFZCdP3e1Tg

Follow Koby on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kobyfalksofficial

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Today we hear a story of pain and forgiveness from Katharine Giovanni.  Katharine is a three-time award-winning, best-selling author; speaker; and forgiveness and transformation coach whose system of forgiveness empowers others to clear their own energy, even if others do not.  Katharine and I talk about topics as diverse as the missed opportunities from holding on to anger, how even entrenched hate and discrimination can be overcome personally, and why forgiveness might reward you with a long trip to the bathroom.

REFERENCES:
Katharine Giovanni’s website:  https://katharinegiovanni.com/

Follow Katharine on Facebook:  https://www.fa...

This week, I chat with Pepper Kat about Western society's difficulty in embracing physicality and sexuality.  Pepper is an adult entertainer and podcaster who founded Design Your Dreamgirl to provide a space for all people to explore their desires with no judgment. Pepper and I discuss the spectrum of sexual fantasy, how shaming intimacy is the worst form of control, and why Sigmund Freud should probably be retired.

REFERENCES:
Pepper Kat’s website: https://www.pepperkat.com/

Spicy Spectrum Podcast:  https://www.pepperkat.com/heartfelt-perspectives

Follow Pepper on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com...

My guest this week is Leah Spasova, a psychologist, sex and relationships expert, and Founder of the website lifesexplicit.com, which provides resources for exploring identity, gender, and sexual wellness.  Leah and I muse over topics as far afield as why people have sex, why bro culture needs sex, and how to find Jesus.

REFERENCES:
Lifesexplicit website: https://www.lifesexplicit.com/

Follow Lifesexplicit on Facebook: https://facebook.com/your.lifesexplicit

Follow Lifesexplicit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifesexplicit_

Follow Lifesexplicit on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahspasova/

In today's episode, we hear John Diggs's story of distilling wisdom and personal insight using Mind Maps.  John is a Mappineering Mentor, retired NFL and CFL player, and founder of MappineerVille.com, a community for the practice of Mappineering.  John and I consider topics as far afield as the purpose of life, making sound decisions, and the importance of embracing who you are deep in your Soul.

REFERENCES:
John Diggs website: https://johndiggs.com

John’s I AM method: https://johndiggs.com/iam/

Follow John on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDiggsMappineer/

In this episode is Mhara Starling's truly amazing magical journey of gender and self-acceptance.  Mhara is a Welsh witch, spiritual leader, and author of the recent book "Welsh Fairies."  Mhara and I muse over topics as far afield as natural churches, bigger-than-life mentors, and a Scooby Doo lesson in witchcraft.

REFERENCES:
Support Mhara on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mharastarling
Follow Mhara on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mharastarling2730

Follow Mhara on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mharastarling

Follow Mhara on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MharaStarling

Follow Mhara on In...

Today's episode features Deane Benninghoven's stories of subconscious symbolism.  Deane is a certified hypnotherapist and hypnosis instructor who helps everyday people overcome everyday problems.  Deane and I mull over topics as diverse as the value of dissociative states, Jungian archetypes in everyday life, and the lack of value in clucking like a chicken.

REFERENCES:
Summit Hypnosis website:  https://www.summithypnosisnw.com/

Follow Deane on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/summithypnosis

Follow Deane on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/summithypnosisnw/

Émile Coué:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%89mile_Cou%C3%A9

Today's episode features David Beckemeyer discussing tribal identity and the outrage it brings.  David is a bridge-builder and host of the "Outrage Overload" podcast.  David and I consider topics as far afield as social media detox, street epistemology, and libraries lousy with drag queens.

REFERENCES:
“Outrage Overload” website:  https://outrageoverload.net/

Follow Outrage Overload on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/OutrageOverload

Follow Outrage Overload on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/outrageoverload/

Follow Outrage Overload on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@OutrageOverload?sub_confirmation=1

Follow David on Mastodon:  https://toad.social...

Today's episode features Elizabeth Snyder's honest humor.  Liz is an author, women's portraiture artist, and confidence expert whose work focuses (little photography pun there) on encouraging all humans to find their inner beauty and take pride in who they are.  Liz and I range over topics as diverse as the government's role in tearing down women's confidence, our fear at accepting who we are, and thumbs lucky for their wealth.

REFERENCES:
Elizabeth Snyder Photography website:  https://www.elizabethsnyderphotography.com/

Follow Elizabeth on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/espllc1

Follow Elizabeth on Pinterest:  https...

In this week's episode, we hear the story of humanity in myth with Allison Stieger.  Allison is a mythologist, author, speaker, and storyshaper who founded Mythic Stories Consulting.  Allison and I muse over topics as far afield as our path to becoming ancestors, learning compassion through application of archetypes, and the Current of the Universe.

REFERENCES:
“Mythic Stories” website:  https://mythicstories.com/

Follow Allison on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-stieger/

Follow Allison on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/allison.stieger
"Where the Two Came to Their Father:"  https://www.artworkarc...

Today's show features Katherine Lazaruk and some hilarious stories!  Katherine is a Professional Presence Expert and author of the book “Executive Being: Humanizing Business One Leader at a Time.”  Katherine and I muse over topics as far afield as preparing our environment for us to occupy it, the pain of getting out of our box, and not dumping on Judith Butler.

REFERENCES:
LZRK Consulting website:  https://lzrkconsulting.com/

Follow Katherine on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherinelazaruk

Follow Katherine on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/katherinelazaruk

Follow LZRK Consulting on Facebo...

In this episode, a wonderful friend of mine: Lindsay Bindman!  Lindsay is an advocate, ally, sailor, and hostess of the "Getting Reflective" podcast, about unlearning the social norms that serve us poorly.  Lindsay and I cover topics as diverse as learning to live life to its fullest, society as a tool for silence and punishment, and how you can actually meet nice people on the internet.

REFERENCES:
“Getting Reflective” website:  https://www.gettingreflective.com/

Follow Lindsay on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lindsaybinds/

Listen to “Getting Reflective” on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/ca...

Today's episode features K Anderson's dry wit and charm.  K is a podcaster who hosts the "Lost Spaces" podcast, available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  K and I run the gamut of topics from tempering your expectations of community to choosing labels carefully to the importance of checkbox-action inclusivity.

REFERENCES:
“Lost Spaces” website:  https://lostspacespodcast.com/

Listen to “Lost Spaces” on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/lost-spaces/id1484938210

Listen to “Lost Spaces” on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/2QyzJQIlsUcdpRQ6H6eSV7?si=f590b547274f4b37

Today's episode features Matty Hennessey and his journey within the gender-expansive community.  Matty is the Founder, CEO, and Product Designer for Eversense Toys, a sex toy company targeted directly at making intimacy more comfortable for the gender-expansive community.  Matty and I mull over topics as diverse as how children observe gender innocently, the struggle to be seen, and how important it is to take action when you know something is right.

References:

Eversense Toys website:  https://eversensetoys.com/

Eversense Toys Indiegogo page:  https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/eversense-toys#/

Follow Eversense Toys on I...

On the show today, Bob Martin and I talk about Taoism!  Bob is a criminal trial lawyer, meditation teacher, and author of the book "I Am The Way," which recasts the I Ching in Christian terminology.  Bob and I discuss topics as diverse as the I Ching, the Tao of gender, and Sonny Crockett's "Miami Vice" wardrobe.

REFERENCES:

Bob Martin’s website:  https:/awiseandhappylife.com

Follow Bob on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-martin-995b30127/

Follow Bob on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/awiseandhappylife

As a special 50th Episode, I speak with Louise Richardson, a transgender woman whose transition in the 1970s demonstrates how - despite many strides made in society - the transgender experience is no better understood.  Louise is an author, poet, and playwright whose work can be seen, heard, and read across many media.  Louise and I discuss topics as diverse as early transgender community, how gender transition has changed, and how the girl next door always keeps you guessing.

REFERENCES:
Follow Louise on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@snardfluk

Buy Louise's books on Amazon:  http...

This week's episode is with the ever-effervescent Kristoffer Hughes.  Kristoffer is an esoteric author, teacher of Death Midwifery, and Chief of the Anglesey Druid Order.  Kristoffer and I discuss such diverse topics as growing up gay, The Middle Pillar, and what you should try if you think performing an autopsy looks difficult.

REFERENCES:
Anglesey Druid Order website:  https://www.angleseydruidorder.co.uk

View “Marw gyda Kris” on BBC:  https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0jsv129

Follow Kristoffer on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kristoffer.hughes

Follow Anglesey Druid Order on Facebo...

In this episode, I chat with Dominika Staniewicz about the brain, biochemistry, and the origin of identity.  Dominika is a Brain Coach, Elite Neuroencoding Specialist, and Holistic Life Coach who also writes fiction in between all her other activities.  Dominika and I talk about topics as far afield as patriarchy, neuroplasticity, and how the color purple doesn't exist (much to my chagrin!).

REFERENCES:

Dominika Staniewicz’s website:  https://yourbraincoachd.com/

Follow Dominika on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/YourBrainCoachD/

Follow Dominika on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/yourbraincoachd/

Follow Dominik...

In today's fascinating episode, Max Carey discusses the world of kink.  Max is a producer and director who created the documentary "tOuch Kink," about the BDSM community and the value it brings to humanity.  Max and I talk about topics as diverse as the philosophy of pain, the wave theory of kink, and how it's always the quiet ones...

REFERENCES:

Official tOuch Kink website:  https://touchkink.com
View tOuch Kink on Kinema:  https://kinema.com/films/touch-kink-vwykek 

Follow Max on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddmaxcarey/

Follow Max on Instag...

Today's episode features Artemisia de Vine's theory of sexual fantasy.  Artemisia is a sexual fantasy expert, sexologist and author who uses fantasy not as a source of shame and guilt, but as the key to unlocking our deepest motivations and desires.  Artemisia and I discuss prevailing theories of sexual fantasy, the three paradoxes we seek to rectify through sex, and the origin of airborne penetration of pastry products.

REFERENCES:

deVining the Erotic (free) Substack: https://substack.com/@artemisiadevine

Artemisia de Vine’s website:  https://www.artemisiadevine.com/

Follow Artemisia on LinkedIn:  https...

On today's episode, I speak with Ailsa Blair about the drag community.  Ailsa is a neurodiverse, nonbinary product designer and research leader who founded Drag Me, a company whose mobile app empowers drag artists to connect with their fans.  Ailsa and I talk about topics as far afield as Tech Bros treating employees as tools, features of the Drag Me app, and invoking Rule 34 and Godwin's Law at the same time.

REFERENCES:

Ailsa Blair’s website:  https://www.ailsamblair.com/

Follow Ailsa on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ailsamblair/

Follow Ailsa...

In this episode, I talk history with Neil Laird. Neil is an Emmy and BAFTA-nominated TV producer, novelist, and ancient history geek whose fiction retells gay stories across early human civilizations. We discuss such diverse topics as The Tomb of the Brothers, the Myth of Stonewall, and Toxic Avenger 3 or 4 - whichever was worse.

REFERENCES: 
Neil Laird’s website: https://www.neillaird.com/ 
Follow Neil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neillaird/ 
Follow Neil on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557422344116 
Follow Neil on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gay_histor...

Today we hear an inspirational story from Duncan Bhaskaran-Brown.  Duncan is a speaker, author, sober coach, and Morris dancer whose work challenges the stranglehold alcohol maintains over Western life.  Duncan and I cover topics as diverse as alcohol addiction, how drinking affects the rich more than the poor, and The Agrarian Reforms of the 16th Century.

REFERENCES:
Duncan Bhaskaran Brown’s website:  https://www.bhaskaranbrown.com/

Follow Duncan on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/duncan.brown.5648/

Follow Duncan on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/soberwarriorcoach/

Follow Duncan on LinkedIn:  https://www.link...

Today's episode features a story of what can go right when you don't like school. Eric Gee is an author, a writing and life coach, and founder of the Youtopia Project, which helps people discover their personality and work with the strengths and weaknesses within. Eric and I mull over topics as far-flung as holistic personality theory, how we disagree with our negative traits, and the beauty of Abyssinian pottery. 

REFERENCES: 
Eric Gee’s website: https://www.projectyoutopia.com/ 
Youtopia Assessment: https://youtopiaproject.com/youtopia-16-assessment-2/ 
Follow Eric on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eri...

Today we hear a heartbreaking story of disconnection with Kyleigh Weathers.  Kyleigh is an attachment coach, podcaster, and the founder of Queerly Attached, through which she helps others overcome feeling outside the family to become secure in themselves.  We speak about topics as diverse as how being raised Mormon demands so much, feeling and dealing with attachment wounds, and a prescient poem.

REFERENCES:
Kyleigh Weathers’s Queerly Attached website:  https://queerlyattached.net/

Follow Kyleigh on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/QueerlyAttached/

Follow Kyleigh on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/queerlyattached

Follow...

Today's episode features the eminently magical Jhenah Telyndru!  Jhenah is an author, Celticist, and Priestess who founded the Sisterhood of Avalon.  In this illuminating discussion, Jhenah and I consider the role of culture in gender, promote spiritual service to all, and have a good chuckle over ancient Welsh poetry slams.

REFERENCES:

Jhenah Telyndru’s website:  https://ynysafallon.com/

Sisterhood of Avalon website:  https://sisterhoodofavalon.org/

Follow Jhenah on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ynysafallon/

Follow Jhenah on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/ynysafallon/

Find Jhenah on YouTube:  https://w...

On today's show, I speak with the wonderfully introspective Louise Boye.  Louise is a Qi Gong instructor and musician who also facilitates groups in learning Nonviolent Communication.  We cover topics that span from honoring our bodies and emotions, recovering from isolation, and how Hamlet really fits into daily conversation.

REFERENCES:

Louise Boye's Qi Gong website: https://www.facebook.com/QiGongLouiseBoye/
Empati Venner / Empathy Buddies Discord server: https://discord.gg/cvxgkrCyXE
Follow Louise on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@zhcoop

Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qigonglouiseboye/
Support Louise on...

Today's episode features a fascinating discussion of psychic energy with Gao Motsemme.  An African Quantum Witchdoctor and Psychic Surgeon, Gao's work teaches us how to tune into our natural energetic fields to build a better life.  Gao and I discuss topics as diverse as the power inherited through our names, the unsinkable honesty of our soul, and the social philosophy of Depeche Mode.

REFERENCES:

Gao Motsemme’s website:  https://www.gaomotsemme.com/
Follow Gao on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@gaoconfidence.motsemme
Follow Gao on YouTube:  www.youtube.com/@gaomotsemme4856
Follow Gao on Link...

In today's episode, I have a delightful chat with Dr. Redfern Jon Barrett.  Redfern is a writer, journalist, and activist who recently published "Proud Pink Sky," an alternate history of Nazi Germany and the establishment of the first gay state.  Redfern and I discuss topics as diverse as being flexible with labels, the history of homosexual relationships, and the best Pokemon there is.

REFERENCES:

Redfern Jon Barrett’s website:  https://www.redjon.com/

Follow Redfern on Bluesky:  https://bsky.app/profile/redfernjon.bsky.social

Follow Redfern on Mastodon:  https://mastodon.social/@redfern...

Today's episode features the amazing Catherine Stagg-Macey.  Catherine is an Executive Coach, hostess of the podcast Unsaid @ Work, and finder of lost mojo.  We discuss topics critical to improving the workplace today, including living our own dreams, being safely authentic, and wearing a purple Speedo to work.

REFERENCES:

Catherine Stagg-Macey’s website:  https://www.conversationsattheedge.co.uk/

Unsaid @ Work podcast:  https://www.podpage.com/unsaid-at-work/

Follow Catherine on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/staggmacey/?hl=en

Follow Catherine on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/staggmacey/

In this episode, I have an enchanting conversation with Josephine McCarthy.  Josephine is an esoteric author and the Director of Quareia, a free, online, magical training course (that I highly recommend!).  We cover topics as diverse as goddesses beautiful and terrible, how physical changes affect our magical connection, and dangerous cows.

REFERENCES:

Josephine McCarthys’s website:  https://josephinemccarthy.com/

Quareia’s website:  https://www.quareia.com/

Quareia Publishing website: https://www.quareiapublishing.com/

Follow Quareia on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/quareia

In today's episode, I speak with Sara Webb, a Resilience Coach who specializes in breakup and meditation therapy.  Sara and I talk about topics as off-the-wall as how trauma can be seen as valuable to growth, Western medicine's focus on symptoms instead of health, and the billions of bits of data that hit you every second.

REFERENCES:
Sara Webb’s website:  https://www.sarawebbsays.com/

Follow Sara on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sarawebbsays/

Follow Sara on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/SaraWebbSays

Follow Sara on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in...

In this episode, I speak with Andrea Leigh about saying "yes" to experiences.  Andrea is a high-impact coach, fashionista, and Co-Host on Thriving Women Network TV.  Topics include finding comfort in discomfort, living life to the fullest, and parents who accept gender transition as long as football isn't impacted.

REFERENCES:

Andrea Leigh’s website:  https://www.andrealeigh.com/

Follow Andrea on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-leigh-borth-b72159b/

Follow Andrea on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/therealandrealeigh/

Today's episode features Jake Didinsky, a pansexual, nonbinary DJ and Producer.  Jake is also co-founder of the inclusive night club event "Lights Out, Barks Out."  In our discussion, we cover topics as far afield as the power of inclusivity, helping cis / het people understand the queer experience, and the Right Old White Guy.

REFERENCES:
Jake Didinsky’s website:  https://jakemaxwellproductions.com/

Follow Jake on MixCloud:  https://www.mixcloud.com/live/jakeMaxwell/

Follow Jake on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/LightsOutBarksOut

Follow Jake on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lightsoutbarksoutdc/
Gender I...

In today's episode, I speak with Karen Anne Coccioli.  Karen is a queer author and public speaker whose queer memoir "Paradise" is available on Amazon.  We cover topics as disparate as fleeing fascism, madness as a source of gender, and the purple light within.

REFERENCES:

Karen Anne Coccioli’s website:  https://www.karenannecoccioli.com/

Annie Moon’s website:  https://www.authoranniemoon.com/

Follow Karen Anne on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/karenannecoccioli/

Follow Karen Anne on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/karenanne.coccioli/
Gender Identity Today:  https://genderidentitytoday.com

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Today's episode features the effervescent Cherish Amber!  Cherish is a queer sex, love, and relationship coach who teaches we must know ourselves in order to have good sex and solid relationships.  We talk about topics as diverse as prerequisites to good sex, stigmatizing sex to maintain control, and Virgin Condoms.

REFERENCES:

Cherish Amber’s website:  https://www.cherishamber.com/

Follow Cherish on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/cherishambercoaching

Follow Cherish on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thecherishamber/

Follow Cherish on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@cherishambercoaching
Gender Identity Today: ...

In today's episode, I speak with the incredible Jasmine Vine!  If you've been living under a rock for the past decade, Jasmine is a trans empowerment specialist with training in several modalities of mental health treatment.  Jasmine and I discuss the urgency of gender transition, being able to identify with your therapist, and West Coast Privilege.

REFERENCES:

Javine Coaching:  https://www.javinecoaching.com

Follow Jasmine on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/jasminevinee

Follow Jasmine on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/jasmine.vinee

Follow Jasmine on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@j...

In this episode, I am proud to feature my dear friend Kaedyn Nedopak.  Kaedyn is an Award-winning Queer Transgender Producer, Author, Podcaster, and Activist...and he really lives up to the list!  Kaedyn and I talk about such interesting topics as Hollywood's failure to break gender roles, Pagan practices with Irish goddesses, and dissin' from the 80s.

REFERENCES:

Follow Kaedyn on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/transfaerieprince/

Follow Kaedyn on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@transfaerieprince

Follow Kaedyn on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaedynnedopak/

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This episode features Win Charles, an award-winning author, podcaster, and advocate for people with disabilities.  Win and I discuss the abuse people with disability face, the help available after abuse, and why you should have a rainbow sticker on your wheelchair.

REFERENCES:

Win Charles on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ButterfliesofWisdom

Win Charles on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/wincharles/

“I, Win” on Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009YLKW54

Win Charles on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGN0mfJdlpKG8IdJTBjKTow

CEO of a Disabil...

Today I present an amazing conversation with Lindsay Law.  Lindsay retired from a career as an executive producer and President of Fox Searchlight Pictures to become a novelist.  Lindsay and I discuss the story of "Boys Don't Cry," why we need more gay people in media, and the magic of Vermont.

REFERENCES:

Lindsay’s personal website:  https://www.lindsaylaw.net/

Follow Lindsay on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lindsay.law/

“The Orphan from Shepherds Keep:”  https://www.amazon.com/Orphan-Shepherds-Keep-Intertwined-Rightful/dp/B0CXYPYX23

In this episode, I host Dr. Lino Martinez!  Dr. Lino is an author, podcaster, and Professor of Psychology who views his ability to survive not as extraordinary, only human.  Lino and I discuss existential psychology, depleting ourselves to please others, and The Meaning to Life.

REFERENCES:

Lino’s professional website:  https://www.alittlelessfear.com/

A Little LESS FEAR podcast:  https://www.alittlelessfear.com/podcast
Muckle-Wells Syndrome:   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muckle%E2%80%93Wells_syndrome

Today's episode features Mx. Crys/ta Song, a Speech Language Pathologist and vocalist who is also Board Co-Chair of Queer Oriented Radical Days of Summer (QORDS).  Crys/ta and I talk about such topics as why the South should not be discounted as a political forum, how we cannot help but be part of humanity, and obscure William Makepeace Thackeray quotes.

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REFERENCES:

Follow Crys/ta Song on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mx.singasong/

QORDS website:  https://qords.org/

Follow QORDS on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Qo...

This week's episode features the ever-talented Danni Velasquez-Mora.  Danni is Founder and Creative Director of Womankind Creative and - because we had such a great conversation about women's representation the first time (see the link below), Danni wanted to interview me to get an angle on how the transgender community would appreciate representation in marketing.  We talk about topics as far-reaching as where gender originates, who fits the mold of "normal" woman, and the importance of label-lumping.

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REFERENCES:

Womankind Creative:  https://www.womankindcreative.com/

Womankind Creative LinkedIn:  https://www.li...

In this week's episode, I speak with Professor Loretta Breuning about human behavior.  Loretta is a Professor Emerita of Management, the Founder of The Inner Mammal Institute, and author of the book "Habits of a Happy Brain."  We consider such topics as how our undesired behavior can be modified given the appropriate reward, finding forgiveness even for our parents, and why not everybody is mad at you.

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REFERENCES:

The Inner Mammal Institute:  https://innermammalinstitute.org/

Alice Miller:  http://www.alice-miller.com/
Albert Ellis:  http://www.albertellis.info/

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Today's episode features an amazing artist and friend, Cendrine Marrouat.  Cendrine really has done it all: poet, photographer, painter, podcaster, and author.  We discuss topics as diverse as camels, the importance of haiku, and why Hemingway is boring.

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REFERENCES:
Cendrine’s professional website:  https://creativeramblings.com/

Auroras & Blossoms website:  https://abpositiveart.com/

In today's episode, I have a fun discussion about a serious topic with Brittany Sandoval.  As a registered nurse and foster parent, Brittany had to process her childhood trauma to help her children become better people.  Brittany and I talk about the meaning of anger, how generational trauma can be healed, and Lesbian TikTok. 

P.S.  No cats were harmed in the making of this podcast.

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REFERENCES:
The Odd Mom Pod:  https://link.chtbl.com/oddmompod

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/brittanysandovalrn/

In today's episode, I have an honest conversation with Victoria Pelletier, an executive leader, best-selling author, and motivational speaker.  Victoria talks me through what it takes to push through adversity, how transgender care is even more difficult for parents, and why jerks need honesty more than the rest of us.

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REFERENCES:
Victoria’s website:  https://victoria-pelletier.com

In this episode, I talk with Danni Velasquez-Mora, an absolutely amazing woman who ups the game in marketing as Founder and Creative Director at Womankind Creative.  Danni and I talk about important topics as healing through representation, seeing our own possibilities, and why Wonder Girl should have had a longer run.

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REFERENCES:
Womankind Creative:  https://www.womankindcreative.com/

Womankind Creative LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/womankindcreative/

Womankind Creative Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/womankindcreative/

In this on-location podcast shoot, I have a grand time with Julia DiVerdi.  Julia is a stunning burlesque and belly dancer who shifted her focus to an inclusive dance studio where she can teach anybody how to dance!  We talk about subjects as far afield as accidentally starting to teach, how learning dance can be healing, and Julia's plan for my first burlesque routine (yikes!!).

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REFERENCES:
Julia DiVerdi and Starlight Studio:  https://juliadiverdi.com/
Overcoming My Hidden Transphobia:  https://genderidentitytoday.com/overcoming-my-hidden-transphobia/

In this episode, I speak with John C. Morley.  John is a prolific podcaster and writer, a great storyteller, and a serial entrepreneur.  John and I talk about believing in ourselves as the foundation of success, taking the risks necessary to achieve what we want, and why hypnotists shouldn't embarrass people during their shows.

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REFERENCES:

John’s Linktree:  http://believemeachieve.com

The JMOR Tech Talk Show:  https://www.youtube.com/@TheJMORTechTalkShow

Inspirations for your Life:  https://podcastscj.podbean.com/

John’s Recent Articles:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/joh...

Today I have the distinct honor of interviewing Emily Kailyn.  Emily began a community called The Transverse and continues her great work for the transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming community.  Emily and I consider the hard decisions required in building community, the dreams we need to move society forward, and why confidence makes the gender.

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The Transverse: https://thetransverse.net/

The community Discord server: https://thetransverse.net/discord

Instagram:
     https://instagram.com/thetransversenetwork
     https://instagram.com/thetransgendershow

YouTube:
     Video: https://youtube.com/thetransverse
     The Transgender Sh...

Today on the program, I speak with Amanda Lien, a technical copywriter and published science fiction author.  Amanda gives us the lowdown on why technology and fiction must show humanity as it is - to remind each of us we are a part of it.  We talk about how marketing frequently doesn't get it, lament villains made worse by being gay, and remember 1970s pop music.

REFERENCES:

Amanda Lien professional website:  https://www.amandajlien.com/
Find Amanda on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandajlien/-sense

"I Am Woman" by Helen Reddy:  https...

In this fascinating episode, get ready to geek out with Lindsay Tabas, a technologist also known as The Lady Engineer®.  Lindsay and I have some great discussion around why technology works against us instead of for us.  I only make a few diversions...like why that red button requires a new security architecture.

REFERENCES:

Lindsay Tabas professional website:  https://www.lindsayt.com/

Follow Lindsay on LinkedIn:  https://linkedin.com/in/lindsaytabas

Make Sense w/ the Lady Engineer®: https://www.lindsayt.com/make-sense

Product-Market Fit E-book: https://www.lindsayt.com/produc...

In this episode, I have a great conversation with Mona Lazar, an artist, writer, and relationship coach.  Mona and I contemplate finding reflection in a relationship, why social roles must change for humanity to survive, and how filled doughnuts probably roll downhill better than those with holes in the middle.

REFERENCES:
Mona's personal website:  https://monalazar.com/

Find Mona on Medium:  https://medium.com/@monalazzar

Find Mona on Substack:  https://wordwhisperers.substack.com

"And Then All the Women Wanted to Be Lesbians":  https://medium.com/the-soulciety/and-then-all-the-women-wished-they-were-lesbians-419923cf10f

Gen...

In this episode of the show, I speak with my very good friend Shannara Quissell, an amazing attorney and Executive Director of the Colorado Name Change Project.  Shannara and I discuss the important things in life: our right to define ourselves, our obligation to trust each other, and the beauty of the brocket for storing documents.

REFERENCES:

Connect with Shannara on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannara-quissell-25072387/

The first of name change blogs:  https://www.zalesskylaw.com/blog/name-changes

Colorado LGBTQ Bar Association:  https://www.clba.net

Colorado Name...

In today's episode, I speak with Lisa Haukom: a dear friend, photographer, and developer of The Self-Portrait Method - a course designed to help us learn to see who we truly are.  Lisa and I talk about topics as diverse as self-objectification, why we must approve of ourselves first, and the claptrap of a French Bitch.

REFERENCES:
Goldenbrand Photography:  https://www.thegoldenbrand.co/

The Self-Portrait Method:  https://www.thegoldenbrand.co/self-portraitstudio

Austin Kleon:  https://austinkleon.com/

Gender Identity Today:  https://genderidentitytoday.com/

Today on the show, I discuss role-playing games with Bill Tucker, an experienced improv actor and tabletop role-playing gamer.  Bill and I get philosophical about good and evil, when we can't be the person we want to be, and Darth Vader's poor fashion choices.

REFERENCES:
Find Bill on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/imbilltucker
Sly Flourish - Playing D&D can save your life:  https://slyflourish.com/playing_dnd_can_save_your_life.html

Dungeons & Dragons:  https://dnd.wizards.com/

Traveller:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traveller_(role-playing_game)

Shadowdark:  https...

Today I speak with the one and only Ossiana Tepfenhart, who covered the adult film industry as a journalist and has written on topics from music to politics to sex.  Ossiana and I discuss Lolita fashion, control freaks, and why we should not be embarrassed to appreciate a good orgasm.

REFERENCES:
Find Ossiana on Substack:  https://ossiana.substack.com/
Find Ossiana on Medium:  https://medium.com/@ossiana.tepfenhart
Find The Refugee Newsletter on Substack:  https://therefugee.substack.com/
Gender Identity Today:  https://genderidentitytoday.com/

In this slightly different show, I engage my witchy side with Miriam Rachel, a medium and tarot reader who writes and teaches how to improve your life through divination.  Miriam and I discuss karma, finding your inner depths, and why social media kinda sucks.

REFERENCES:
Miriam Reads Tarot on the web:  https://miriamreadstarot.com/

Find Miriam on Substack:  https://miriamreadstarot.substack.com/
Find Miriam on Medium:  https://medium.com/@msmir
Find The Refugee Newsletter on Substack:  https://therefugee.substack.com/
Gender Identity Today:  https://genderidentitytoday.com/

In this episode, I talk to Caitie Corradino, a Registered Dietician and body worker who explains the connections among body, mind, and spirit.  Caitie and I talk about topics as diverse as fasting, dietary supplements, and one step better than acceptance.

REFERENCES:
Full Soul Nutritiion:  https://www.fullsoulnutrition.com/

Whole, Full, & Alive Podcast:  https://www.fullsoulnutrition.com/wholefullandalivepodcast
Find Caitie on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/caitie.c.rd/
Gender Identity Today:  https://genderidentitytoday.com/

Today I talk to Tucker Lieberman, an excellent author and philosopher whose transgender journey took place in part through his creativity.  Tucker and I discuss important artistic media, how we find ourselves in fictional characters, and give a nod to Wes Craven.

REFERENCES:
Tucker’s Personal Website:  https://tuckerlieberman.com

Find Tucker on Medium:  https://medium.com/@tuckerlieberman
Gender Identity Today:  https://genderidentitytoday.com/

In this episode, I have an informal discussion with my good friend Alison (Dragon) Hiester - because any discussion we have is informal!  We talk about what it means to be cis / het in a world of rainbow, what would make a good speech language pathologist, and apologize to Robert DeNiro.

REFERENCES:
Prismatic Speech Services:  https://prismaticspeech.com/
Alison Hiester on Prismatic:  https://prismaticspeech.com/about-us/#alison
Gender Identity Today:  https://genderidentitytoday.com/

Today I am honored to share this interview with my inspiring Sister Döro.  She speaks under cover of anonymity about being transgender in Türkiye.  The stories she tells are harrowing, and I ask each of you listening please to share this with as many people as you can.  Improving conditions for transgender people everywhere must be a global concern.

REFERENCES:
Döro on Medium:  https://medium.com/@DoroVolkova

Gülya on Medium:  https://medium.com/@GulyaKerimoglu

Transgender Mental Health:  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/transgender-mental-health

US Transgender Employment:  https://tra...

Today's episode is about feminism. My friend Kendra and I muse on Western society and feminism's role in it. 

REFERENCES: Dreamers & Doers: https://www.dreamersdoers.com/ 
The Kochfidential: https://www.thekochfidential.com/notes 
Get Touchy Feely: https://gettouchyfeely.com/ 
Gender Identity Today: https://genderidentitytoday.com 

This episode is the beginning of what is to become Gender Identity Weekly - my existing Dingbat Diaries idea, but engaging other contributors to Gender Identity Today.  I may someday break this out into a separate podcast, but I will publish them here as well until the change occurs.

REFERENCES:
CDC Statistics:  https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/suicide-data-statistics.html
The Trevor Project:  https://www.thetrevorproject.org/survey-2023/
Williams Institute - LGBTQ:  https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/press/suicide-coming-out-press-release/
Williams Institute - Transgender:  https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/publications/suicidality-transgender-adults/
Gender Identity Today:  https...