Defining Dysphoria

This episode was recorded live with a small virtual audience and is being published with no editing.  We wanted the opportunity to talk through our emotions about the election results and give you that discussion real and raw.The first part of the discussion we focus on ways that we are coping and trying to keep our spirits up.  We also talk about the incredible trans politicians who were elected and reelected this year.In the second part, we discuss the hateful anti-trans rhetoric that was used to win votes, our nation's future with an eye to Project 2025, and the current anti-trans legislation that is active in Congress.  There is a warning and brief pause before this part of the episode, so please only listen when you have the emotional capacity for it.We're going to process, cry, be angry, and then we're going to continue fighting for our rights and yours.  We love you all, except the bigots.Send us a textSupport the show

Did you know pets can be a deterrent to psychological distress specifically for people experiencing gender dysphoria? This week we're sharing the research.  Plus, Raven talks about gendered toys and how parents can support a gender questioning child and Cam shares the very recent history of openly trans athletes in the Olympics!Resources from this Episode:- The "pet effect" and trans people research article- Quinn, nonbinary soccer star- When did girls start wearing pink?Other Resources:- The Trevor Project- Guide to Being an Ally- GLAAD Resource ListSend your questions, feedback, and stories to [email protected], click the Chat With Us button at www.transgendapod.com, and follow us on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube)If you or a trans loved one are contemplating suicide, please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860.Send us a textSupport the show

This week we're digging into intersections and expressing our identities! Cam starts by sharing some important intersectional figures of both the trans and disability rights movements.  We build on our ongoing discussion of disability by digging into mental health and our personal journeys with our brains. Then Raven shares her thoughts on a variety of pride flags while Cam chimes in from peanut gallery as always.Resources from This Episode:The Intersection of LGBTQ History and Disability - Philadelphia Gay NewsUpdate Pride Flag Guide from u/tinkergnome on RedditOther Resources:The Trevor ProjectGuide to Being an AllyGLAAD Resource ListSend your questions, feedback, and stories to [email protected], click the Chat With Us button at www.transgendapod.com, and follow us on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube)If you or a trans loved one are contemplating suicide, please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860.Send us a textSupport the show

We're excited to share the recording of our most recent Live Show at Duluth's Trans Joy Fest on June 9th, 2024. Cam starts by sharing AI generated advice for transphobes. Ana talks about why we focus on euphoria and the need for joy in the trans experience. Then, we dig into intersectionality in Pride and disability, along with Ana's suggestions for making Pride more accessible for everyone.Resources from This Episode:Understanding Disability in the LGBTQ+ CommunityOther Resources:The Trevor ProjectGuide to Being an AllyGLAAD Resource ListSend your questions, feedback, and stories to [email protected], click the Chat With Us button at www.transgendapod.com, and follow us on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube)If you or a trans loved one are contemplating suicide, please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860.Send us a textSupport the show

In this week's special episode, we are sharing our live presentation on Sex, Gender, and Sexuality for healthcare professionals. In this session we cover the basics of gender identity as well pronouns, intersections, and how to provide the best patient experience with regards to gender. This is a great episode to share with your Doctor or anyone who works in healthcare!Resources from This Episode:John Hopkins Center for Transgender HealthOther Resources:The Trevor ProjectGuide to Being an AllyGLAAD Resource ListSend your questions, feedback, and stories to [email protected], click the Chat With Us button at www.transgendapod.com, and follow us on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube)If you or a trans loved one are contemplating suicide, please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860.Send us a textSupport the show

This week we are joined by 7 year old Alex, a transgender boy who wants to start his own podcast and YouTube channel, and insights from his mom Andrea.  Alex uses he/him, she/her, and they/them pronouns and came out at the end of their Kindergarten year.  We also discuss a PBS trans cultural map!Resources from This Episode:A Map of Gender-Diverse CulturesOther Resources:The Trevor ProjectGuide to Being an AllyGLAAD Resource ListSend your questions, feedback, and stories to [email protected], click the Chat With Us button at www.transgendapod.com, and follow us on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube)If you or a trans loved one are contemplating suicide, please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860.Send us a textSupport the show

Lots of life happening again for Ana and Cam, so we take some time this week to catch you up!  Plus, we take an "Am I Gay?" quiz and Ana discusses big ideas in how we think about gender.Resources from This Episode:Am I Gay? QuizOther Resources:The Trevor ProjectGuide to Being an AllyGLAAD Resource ListSend your questions, feedback, and stories to [email protected], click the Chat With Us button at www.transgendapod.com, and follow us on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube)If you or a trans loved one are contemplating suicide, please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860.Send us a textSupport the show

We're back!  Sorry to start off the new year with only one episode a month, that's just where we're at right now!  Cam kicks things off with the poem Dead Name by Jasper David Lauter.  Ana talks through the Dysphoria versus Euphoria.  Then we answer some listener questions.Resources from This Episode:Dead Name by Jasper David LauterWhat is Gender Dysphoria?Other Resources:The Trevor ProjectGuide to Being an AllyGLAAD Resource ListSend your questions, feedback, and stories to [email protected], click the Chat With Us button at www.transgendapod.com, and follow us on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube)If you or a trans loved one are contemplating suicide, please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860.Support the showSend us a textSupport the show

Season 3 comes with a new theme song!  Cam starts things off with a Wikihow about giving subtle hints that you're lesbian.  Then, we talk about what we're doing to fight the winter slump.  For our main topic, Ana discussed her DID and trans systems.  Thank you for supporting us and helping us get to year 3 of this podcast, we love you!Resources from This Episode:Wikihow - How to Drop Hints That You Are a LesbianGender Dysphoria and Dissociative Identity DisorderOther Resources:https://www.thetrevorproject.org/https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/guide/a-guide-to-being-an-ally-to-transgender-and-nonbinary-youth/https://www.glaad.org/resourcelistSend your questions, feedback, and stories to [email protected], click the Chat With Us button at www.transgendapod.com, and follow us on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube)If you or a trans loved one are contemplating suicide, please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860.Support the showSend us a textSupport the show

It's our last episode of Season 2!  Cam kicks things off by honoring the life of Dr. Jeanne Hoff, the first openly trans psychiatrist treating trans patients in the U.S.  Ana and Cam share more strategies for finding your community.  Then we talk about our exciting plans for Season 3.  Thank you for listening, loving, and learning with us this year!Resources from This Episode:Becoming Jeanne DocumentaryProfile of Dr. Jeanne Hoff in Psychiatric TodayOther Resources:https://www.thetrevorproject.org/https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/guide/a-guide-to-being-an-ally-to-transgender-and-nonbinary-youth/https://www.glaad.org/resourcelistSend your questions, feedback, and stories to [email protected], click the Chat With Us button at www.transgendapod.com, and follow us on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube)If you or a trans loved one are contemplating suicide, please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860.Send us a textSupport the show