Best Transwoman Podcasts (2025)

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EP127 - Transnational Trans News 1:52:23

16m ago1:52:23

1:52:23

On this extremely chonky episode of What the Trans?! Flint, Ashleigh and Alyx rake over the coals on: A multitude of stories from the USA. The 'Sullivan Review' and why it's not worth the pixels you'll use to read it. Stories from within the NHS, Metropolitan Police and International Olympic Committee. Stories from Hungary, Namibia and Russia. A vi…

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EP126 - Lawyer's Corner 1:13:20

13d ago1:13:20

1:13:20

In this extremely jurisprudence-heavy episode, Ashleigh, Alyx and Flint go over: An update on the increasingly bleak situation in the USA, as well as aspects of the Trump regime's many defeats in the courtroom. Conversations about Scottish Labour and the UK Liberal Democrats and their two different ways of approaching anti-trans activists. Details …

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EP125 - Tragedies & Tribunals 1:28:52

14d ago1:28:52

1:28:52

On this somewhat heavy episode of What the Trans?! Flint, Alyx and Ashleigh talk about: Is anti-trans sentiment on the rise in the UK? One single, solitary poll says yes, but the team are unconvinced. Several difficult stories coming out of the US, with trigger warnings included. The tribunal around NHS Fife nurse Sandie Peggie rumbles on, now voca…

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EP124 - Villains & Jokers 1:39:54

1M ago1:39:54

1:39:54

On this hopefully-interesting episode of What the Trans?! Flint, Alyx and Ashleigh get into the gory details of: Villain of the year 2024 Wes Streeting continues his hot streak by expressing sympathy for the families involved with the Bayswater group. A Women & Equalities Committee hearing where two scientists exposed the Cass Screwjob as ideologic…

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Game Plan 2025: What’s your vision for the year? 24:05

1M ago24:05

24:05

Led by national athlete Cam Rodriguez, leadership coach Kitty Dulay-Ferreria, and Go Hard Girls founder Ceej Tantengco-Malolos, the GHG community met up at Game Plan 2025 —a powerful afternoon for women to reconnect with their goals, and chart their path forward with purpose. In this episode, you’ll hear key insights from the talks to help you plan…

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EP123 - Losing Our MindEds. 1:50:43

2M ago1:50:43

1:50:43

On this bumper episode of What the Trans?! Ashleigh, Flint and Alyx go over: The court case around last year's hate crime in Harrow, where a young trans woman was attacked outside a roller diisco. More criticism of the Cass review, this time from the New England Journal of Medicine. Flint talks about a noise demo in support of trans prisoner Zoe Wa…

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EP122 - Nonsense in Nottingham 1:45:47

2M ago1:45:47

1:45:47

We're back! On our first episode of 2025, Ashleigh, Alyx and Flint go over: A look at Alasdair Henderson, a lawyer who has defended anti-trans viewpoints several times in the courts. Meta's new guidelines for fact checking (or the lack thereof). The CPS and their new guidelines. Our regular romp to Loser's Corner, featuring Hilary Cass vs. France! …

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Scaling new heights with pioneering Filipina climber Jo Ala 28:16

2M ago28:16

28:16

While climbing in the Philippines has been around since the 1980s, the sport has only really exploded in popularity in the last decade. Few climbers have explored the sport with as much depth and breadth as Joanne “Jo” Ala, a national athlete and environmental lawyer. Guest correspondent Mayelle Nisperos shares Jo’s ascent to the 2024 Women’s Bould…

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EP121 - The What the Trans?! Awards 2024! 1:16:51

2M ago1:16:51

1:16:51

In this special, mostly light-hearted end-of-year retrospective, we look at all that happened in 2024. The good, the bad, the complicated, the profane, the ugly and the yawning chasm of the human soul!! Featuring: Album, film, television show and video game of the year. Worst news story, loser and villain the the year. Best news story, ally and com…

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USA EP10 - An Interview with Evan Urqhart 44:14

3M ago44:14

44:14

For this New Year's Day episode of What the Trans?! USA, Clementine talks to Evan Urqhart of Assigned Media about the recent Supreme Court case. Assigned Media Evan UrqhartBy The What the Trans Group

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Filipina athletes redefine resilience, success, and community (2024 Year-End Recap) 4:44

3M ago4:44

4:44

Let’s wrap up 2024 with some highlights from the year in sports, and inspiring words from Filipina athletes who taught us about determination, resilience and community. Revisit the journeys of Cam Rodriguez, Joanne Ala, Marga Jimenez, Adeline Dumapong, Ellie Haenel, Kim Mangrobang, and Kaila Napolis as they broke barriers and achieved greatness on …

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EP120 - We Will Live Out of Spite 1:28:31

3M ago1:28:31

1:28:31

On another "fun-packed" episode, Flint, Alyx and Ashleigh talk about: The now-indefinite puberty blockers ban, the moral implications and the actions that have already been taken to protest it. Accusations levelled at the PinkNews leadership of sexual misconduct. A double feature of Loser's corner, and An interview with Reactive Ashley about the re…

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EP119 - Microaggressions & Medical Malice 1:11:08

4M ago1:11:08

1:11:08

This week on What the Trans?! Ashleigh and Alyx go over: More details of the upcoming Levy Review into adult trans healthcare. Girl band 'Eternal' proved anything but, due to transphobia. New prison service documentation about where to house trans offenders. Spoiler alert: It's not great. A dose of some trans joy to pick you all back up again, just…

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USA EP09 - Potty Politics 31:35

4M ago31:35

31:35

On this episode of What the Trans?! USA, Lizzie and Clementine kick over: Mike Johnson's banning trans women from using Capitol restrooms, because there's nothing better for him to do with his time. A debrief on Trans Day of Remembrance 2024. A note: Details of the lives of USA victims are given, the cause of death is not included. References: http…

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EP118 - Kemi, Karen and Codes of Practice 1:32:06

4M ago1:32:06

1:32:06

On this episode of What the Trans?! Flint, Alyx and Ashleigh spend precious minutes of their lives talking about: New segment Action Alley, a dedicated place to highlight protests, campaigns, and calls to action. The recent election. No, not that one, the other one, the one where Kemi Badench became leader of the UK Conservative party. A woman who …

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USA EP08 - We Will Survive 52:27

4M ago52:27

52:27

This week, Clementine, Quetza and Lizzie pick through the wreckage of the presidential election, look to the future of the trans community and discuss how to survive in the new reality. Stay strong, we love you Xx Website: https://whatthetrans.com/usa-ep08By The What the Trans Group

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How to thrive under pressure like jiu-jitsu champion Kaila Napolis (Bonus Episode) 5:40

4M ago5:40

5:40

Jiu-jitsu champion Kaila Napolis has learned to stay calm under pressure, strategize in challenging situations, and find strength in a supportive community. In this bonus episode, Kaila shares how these lessons from jiu-jitsu have helped her overcome obstacles and thrive both on and off the mat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor…

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EP117 - Wes² = Bad Healthcare 1:18:27

4M ago1:18:27

1:18:27

On this fortnight's edition of What the Trans, Ashleigh and Flint go through: Scotland's GIC "pauses" all surgical referrals for patients under 25. Google providing thousands of dollars of free advertising to three anti-trans groups. A cis woman being sent to a men's prison due to her "masculine features". Our regular jaunt to Loser's Corner, and: …

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USA EP07 - Halloween, Harris and Haunting Legislature 45:18

5M ago45:18

45:18

Welcome to a surprisingly spooooooky episode of What the Trans USA?! Lizzie, Val, and Quetza bringing you hot, hot Halloween news, of which very little is Halloween related! Kamala Harris's interview with NBC news and her complete sidestepping of a question about trans rights. Minnesota doctors continuing to provide trans healthcare despite the pol…

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Adz Dumapong: The Philippines' First Paralympic Medalist 48:28

5M ago48:28

48:28

In the 2000 Sydney Paralympics, para-powerlifter Adeline “Adz” Dumapong lifted the Philippines to a historic victory. In this episode, she takes us through her incredible journey from her childhood in Ifugao Province to her 27-year athletic career. Be inspired by her story of strength, and her greater purpose of advocating for PWD inclusion in spor…

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EP116 - Who Let the Crickets Out? 1:33:52

5M ago1:33:52

1:33:52

On this week's episode of What the Trans!? Flint and Alyx spend talk about: Trans people contributing to the legal case on whether GRCs should do what they were designed to do. A new paper on the effects of puberty blocker bans. Our regular trip to Loser's Corner with the LGBA! Third party security at an event at Butlins assaulting trans people We …

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Redefining Success with Cam Rodriguez of the Filipinas 27:35

6M ago27:35

27:35

What does success look like when life throws you off course? After helping the Filipinas qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Cam Rodriguez was cut from the national team lineup just months before the competition. She opens up about heartbreak, resilience, and redefining success on her own terms — as well as her advocacies for safe spaces and me…

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EP115 - Party Fouls 1:12:04

5M ago1:12:04

1:12:04

On this week's episode of What the Trans!? Flint, Alyx and Ashleigh spend precious minutes of their lives talking about: The Levy Review into adult gender services. Updated definitions and diagnostic criteria for trans people in Japan. Our regular trip to Loser's Corner. The BMA confirming that they will conduct their review of the Cass Review (din…

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USA EP06 - Transatlantic Transphobia 47:40

6M ago47:40

47:40

On the latest pod from the USA, Val and Lizzie take us through: 11th Circuit court of appeals give the go-ahead to an Alabama law saying trans people must undergo sterilising sex reassignment surgery before updating a drivers license. Republican AG's threatening of American Academy of Pediatrics. Russia's funding of anti-LGBTQ conservative personal…

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Other Side of the Pitch: Ellie Haenel’s defiant stand as a transwoman in sports 55:35

6M ago55:35

55:35

Being the first openly trans athlete in PH football is uncharted territory — equal parts heartbreak and hope, challenge and courage. While her journey has been far from easy, Ellie Haenel inspires with her passion and perseverance. In this episode, guest correspondent Lui Morales shares how football saved Ellie’s life, and how she continues to brea…

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EP114 - A Lesson in Education 57:59

6M ago57:59

57:59

On this episode of What the Trans?! Alyx and Ashleigh go over; Edinburgh Rape Crisis CEO steps down, following an investigation and long-standing media criticism. Opposition to For Women Scotland as they take a case to the supreme court in late November. More JAQ-ing off in the House of Lords. The many problems with the 2024 edition of Keeping Chil…

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USA EP05 - The Return of the Americans 58:49

6M ago58:49

58:49

On a regenerated WTT USA, Valeriya and new hosts Clementine, Quetza and Lizzie go over: ACLU Roadmap ACLU Memo on: Harris on LGBTQ Rights | American Civil Liberties Union Executive Order on Preventing and Combating Discrimination on the Basis of Gender Identity or Sexual Orientation Texas Gender Marker Registry Debacle Dylan Gurley ACLU Legislation…

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Struggle makes us stronger: Annie Ramirez' fight for Asian Games gold 27:03

7M ago27:03

27:03

Annie Ramirez has been called one of the "golden girls" of jiu-jitsu in the Philippines. But behind her medals is a story of overcoming anxiety, fighting through a pandemic, and discovering her purpose in coaching deaf athletes. Guest correspondent Philip Matel tells her story. This episode is made possible through the Go Hard Girls Grants, which e…

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EP113 - Hey, Streeting! Leave Those Kids Alone! 1:11:55

6M ago1:11:55

1:11:55

For this week's What the Trans?! Ashleigh, Flint and Alyx talk about: The now-extended ban on puberty blockers for trans young people (but not cis ones). Alyx gives us the details from the Trans Kids Deserve Better protest outside the Department of Education. A lengthy Loser's Corner featuring the LGB Alliance, Tickle vs. Giggle and the sport of da…

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