Mandy Giles of Parents of Trans Youth talks with remarkable individuals working for transgender rights and equality so we can be inspired in our own advocacy. The show amplifies trans voices and centers the trans experience, featuring people who work in their own ways with their own skills and passions. Whether it’s about fighting anti-trans legislation, accessing healthcare and mental health support, workplace issues, or protecting transgender kids, these conversations will open your eyes t ...
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College and advocacy with Mars and Indigo Giles
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I'm 100% biased that this episode's guests are the best ever: my kids Mars and Indigo Giles! We cover it ALL: ⚡️doing cool advocacy stuff at the Texas Capitol ⚡️navigating college while trans ⚡️getting started in activism as a young person ⚡️the role of allies PLUS: cameo appearances by ladybugs and motorcycles.🐞🏍️ You can reach Indigo on Instagram…
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Empowering parents of trans kids with Odetta Boudreau
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#17 This episode’s guest is Odetta Boudreau! Odetta is a nonbinary/genderqueer family advocate, consultant, and community activist who works for TransFamilies as the Director of Programs and uses they/them pronouns. Parents of trans kids will NOT want to miss this conversation! Odetta’s work at TransFamilies centers parents in achieving best outcom…
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Winning awards from Ron DeSantis and empowering differences with Ashley Brundage
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#16 This episode’s guest is Ashley T. Brundage! Ashley (she/her) went from dealing with discrimination, harassment, and homelessness to becoming NVP of Diversity and Inclusion at PNC Bank in less than 5 years. AND started a company and wrote a best-selling book. AND won an award from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (!!). AND is now running for the Fl…
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LGBTQ+ advocacy and running for Congress with Callie Butcher
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Episode 15 is with Callie Butcher, a Dallas-based attorney, community leader, and vocal advocate for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. Can you believe Callie traveled from Dallas to Austin 20 TIMES during the 2023 Texas legislative session?? (and became a meme along the way) AND she ran for Congress, making history as the first openly transgender…
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#14 This episode’s guest is Brigitte Bandit! Brigitte (she/they) is a drag queen and activist based in Austin, TX. She’s known as the "Dolly of ATX" and is a cast member at Oilcan Harry’s, Coconut Club, and Cheer Up Charlie's. Their advocacy work for the LGBTQIA+ community includes testifying at the Texas Capitol and serving on the City of Austin’s…
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Community love and bidirectional allyship with Joelle Espeut
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#13 This episode’s guest is Joelle Espeut! Joelle (she/her) currently serves as the Program Director at the Normal Anomaly Initiative in Houston, overseeing their advocacy and leadership programs. She is deeply committed to community and political activism, including serving on the board of trustees of the Houston LGBTQ+ Political Caucus, and is th…
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[ENCORE] Episode 6 with Lauren Ashley Simmons for Texas State Rep. District 146
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#6: This episode’s guest is Lauren Ashley Simmons! In this bonus episode, we’re talking with Lauren about why she’s running for Texas State Representative in District 146 and why this Democratic primary is so important for LGBTQ+ Texans, particularly trans kids. Also joining us are Brad Pritchett, Deputy Director at Equality Texas, and “Melanie,” t…
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Parenting trans kids with JOY with Ben Greene
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#12 This episode’s guest is Ben Greene! Ben (he/him) is a trans man, transgender advocate, and educator who has spoken internationally on topics surrounding transgender inclusion. After coming out at 15 in small-town Connecticut and giving a popular TEDx talk at Brandeis University, Ben has devoted his career to spreading empathy, education, and st…
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Honoring racial and gender identities with Dr. Julius Johnson-Weaver
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#11: This episode’s guest is Dr. Julius Joi Johnson-Weaver! Dr. Weaver (he/him) is a Black, neurodivergent, transgender, non-binary, board-certified physician with more than 20 years of clinical experience. He is an active community member and activist around racial, sexual, and gender minority issues and provides one-on-one and organization traini…
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Being a "possible-ist" and investing in mental health with Emily Pesce
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#10: This episode’s guest is Emily Pesce! Emily (she/her) is CEO of Joon, whose mission is to make mental healthcare and well-being broadly accessible and effective for 13 to 26-year-olds. She has over 20 years of operating and investing experience with a focus on growing businesses and their teams from inception to broad scale. Emily is transgende…
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Getting kicked out of the Texas Capitol and making Barbie clothes with Sofia Sepulveda
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#9: This episode’s guest is Sofia Sepulveda! Sofia (she/her) is the Community Engagement and Advocacy Manager at Equality Texas and a first-generation Mexican American trans woman. She has been organizing in San Antonio for the past nine years for health care and environmental justice. You can find Sofia on Instagram at @sofia_in_texas and on Faceb…
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The complexity of trans visibility with Emmett Schelling
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#8: This episode’s guest is Emmett Schelling! Emmett (he/him) is the Executive Director of the Transgender Education Network of Texas (TENT), the nation's largest statewide BIPOC trans-led, trans-focused policy organization. Emmett has won a large number of awards for his work, including being named one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Peopl…
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Pre-transition as drag and creating safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ youth with Tez Figueroa
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#7: This episode’s guest is Tez Figueroa! Tez (he/they/el/elle) is a writer, educator, and advocate who has served LGBTQ+ youth in Texas. You can find Tez on Instagram @unapologetic_scorpio For more information on the online course "Parents of Trans Youth 101," visit www.parentsoftransyouth.com/support. Show notes and full transcripts available at …
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[BONUS] Lauren Ashley Simmons for Texas State Rep. District 146
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#6: This episode’s guest is Lauren Ashley Simmons! In this bonus episode, we’re talking with Lauren about why she’s running for Texas State Representative in District 146 and why this Democratic primary is so important for LGBTQ+ Texans, particularly trans kids. Also joining us are Brad Pritchett, Deputy Director at Equality Texas, and “Melanie,” t…
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Fleeing Texas, pestering legislators, and being a voice in the room with Vienna Cavazos
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#5: This episode’s guest is Vienna Cavazos! Vienna (they/them) is a young non-binary Latine activist from Texas. Following the 2021 legislative session, Vienna and their family faced one of the toughest decisions of their lives: to leave their home in Texas. Since moving, Vienna began their career in activism, advocating for a range of issues inclu…
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Combating anti-trans legislation with art and centering trans youth with Jesse Freidin
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#4: This episode’s guest is Jesse Freidin! Jesse is a queer photographer and author. His award-winning series “Are You OK?” addresses the dangerous wave of anti-trans legislation sweeping the country in a passionate attempt to erase stigma and elevate the voices of those most affected. Jesse’s work has been featured in The New York Times, NPR, Vogu…
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Redefining masculinity, becoming a Black man, and starring on POSE with Jevon Martin
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#3: This episode’s guest is Jevon Martin! Jevon (he/him) Jevon is a proud grandparent, father, & husband. He is an actor, model, fashion designer, producer, entertainer, peer educator, HIV test counselor, and a resounding voice in the community as a consultant on the transgender experience and nonprofit business. Jevon facilitates workshops, semina…
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Organic social support and surviving the Texas Capitol with Meghan Fairbanks
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#2: CW: die-in demonstration, transphobia, police brutality. This episode's guest is Meghan Fairbanks! Meghan (she/her) is a long-time Houstonian currently living in Montrose and working as an IT professional. As a late-blooming transgender woman, Meghan discovered a passion for advocacy and activism in response to the anti-LGBTQ+ legislation being…
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Why a Cisgender Woman Made a Podcast About Transgender Rights Activism
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#1: Welcome to Everyday Trans Activism! In this episode, host Mandy Giles reveals the who, what, and why behind the podcast. Show notes and full transcripts available at www.parentsoftransyouth.com/podcast Everyday Trans Activism is a production of Parents of Trans Youth, a social impact business providing learning, support, and community to parent…
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