Best Talking With Von And Z Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 55 - I am the Enemy Within 40:01

9h ago40:01

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Send us a text Summary In this candid conversation, Vanessa Joy discusses the current political climate and its implications for marginalized communities, particularly the trans community. She emphasizes the need for personal safety, the importance of allyship, and the necessity of community support in navigating these unprecedented times. Vanessa …

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IT’S THE FINAL COUNTDOWN: Election Week & Day Prep – GO VOTE! 47:54

5h ago47:54

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It’s just ya gals gabbin’ about the election and all the things we’ve been seeing in the final countdown. We give you our latest thoughts, feels, and tidbits of advice as we get down to the nitty gritty last bit of this wild election season ride. We’ll see you on October 13th for the post-election debrief – fingers crossed for good news bears. In t…

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The Purple State, North Carolina with State Rep. Julie von Haefen 28:41

16d ago28:41

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**Editor’s Note: This interview was conducted well before the hurricane hit NC** We’re in the final stretch of this election season, and this is our very last interview before it – we’re doing a solo eppy next week, so don’t fret!! But to cap it off, we had to go with an EPIC one with the amazing Julie von Haefen, who is a state rep in North Caroli…

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Winning rural voters & flipping districts with Congressional candidate Adam Frisch 41:46

14d ago41:46

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There are many avenues to flipping the House blue and one of the avenues includes a Republican held seat in rural Colorado – the 3rd Congressional District. And while its inflammatory current representative has moved districts, it’s still a battle to flip with Democrat Adam Frisch making a second swing at it. This episode chats on what is needed to…

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Reproductive Rights x the U.S. military and their families, ‘24 & ‘25 elections, & more with Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill [NJ] 44:19

21d ago44:19

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How does the overturning of Roe impact those serving in our military and their families? We get into that question and answer with Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill who has focused legislatively on trying to protect and enhance access to reproductive care for those serving our country. Core to this conversation is a revelation that not only is the GOP a…

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Senate Election Watch: County Executive Angela Alsobrooks 41:28

28d ago41:28

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We’re in the final stretch of election season and there’s a US Senate race you need to have on your radar – and it’s in a purple state, Maryland. The race is between County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and the state’s former Governor, Larry Hogan – and you guessed it, it’s a close on. So, we brought Angela on the show to chat about her campaign, wha…

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Congressman Maxwell Frost’s 2024 Election Pep Talk 41:55

1M ago41:55

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Give me a V, give me an O, give me a T, give an E - what does that spell?! VOTE! Which is really the core message of this episode with none other than Congressman Maxwell Frost. Think of this as your pep talk or maybe even your meditation for the election, and then send this convo to a friend that needs a little more VOTE action in their life. It’s…

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Riv & Vanessa... just two girls being awkward for an hour or so 1:04:05

1M ago1:04:05

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Send us a text I recorded this over a month ago, and just now realized I never uploaded it. Oops. Sorry, Riv. Anywho, Riv and I act weird for an hour. Enjoy. As of September 2024, Transcending Humanity is now known as Vanesstradiol! Episodes will be much more sparse from here on out, but I hope to continue bringing you quality content! Support the …

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Maryland Governor Wes Moore on the state’s growth, election szn, & more 33:30

1M ago33:30

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If you end up moving to Maryland after listening to this episode, we will not be surprised. The state’s Governor Wes Moore joined us to talk about where the state is going and what it’s doing – here’s the hint, it’s going up and it’s doing big things. Those big things include major economic growth and making communities safer, two pillars we dive i…

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Kamala Harris Debate Debrief + A MUST-win state house seat with Michigan State Rep. Jaime Churches 58:24

2M ago58:24

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Skip the coffee for this episode because it’s radiating so much energy, you’ll be more electric after than a solar panel. In the first half we debrief the absolutely next level debate between Kamala Harris and former cheeto-in-chief. And in the second half we chat with a candidate whose seat is literally the reason the Dems have the majority in Mic…

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Chips, vending machines, & ballot measures with Oklahoma State Rep. Mickey Dollens 37:42

2M ago37:42

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Ballot measures have become the talk of the town the last few years, and that’s not about to stop any time soon. Their MVP moment is continuing, and Oklahoma State Rep. Mickey Dollens' new book on how they work as a form of direct democracy gets into all of the deats – oh, and so does this convo with him. We also chat about Oklahoma politics, getti…

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Alex Cascio & Landon Reid talk about the BS that Gen Z & Young Millennials have to deal with in the US! 57:37

2M ago57:37

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Send us a text Today, I'm joined by two of my absolute favorite influencers, Landon Reid and Alex Cascio to discuss various topics related to the experiences and frustrations of younger generations. We touch on issues such as the challenges of finding affordable housing, the impact of credit scores, the lack of enthusiasm for driving among young pe…

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A Day in the Life with Candidate for Georgia State House, Debra Shigley 46:44

2M ago46:44

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All things are looking peachy-keen in Georgia with the race for state house in district 47 with Debra Shigley on the ticket. With part of her district in the now infamous Fulton County, the race has become even more so one to watch, especially as the district itself evolves, which she tells us all about in this episode. She also gives the 411 on wh…

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Ohio Politics are NUTS - with Ohio House Reps Michele Grim & Beryl Brown-Piccolantonio - Episode 52 57:22

2M ago57:22

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Send us a text Somehow I managed to get these two amazing women as guests this week! I chat with Ohio State House Representatives Michele Grim and Beryl Brown-Piccolantonio about navigating the Republican supermajority as Democrats, the importance of voting, advice for running for office, challenges faced by women in politics and more. I'm proud of…

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Let’s talk about the Nukes with Eliana Johns & Mackenzie Knight, FAS 33:30

2M ago33:30

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In November, we’ll all go to the polls (seriously this is your reminder to vote) to decide who will have access to the nuclear codes. Insane right? We thought so too, so we got the details on the lay of the land when it comes to nuclear weapons around the world and what it really means for a prez to have the codes. And we got those deats from our g…

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Titter Pigs (TTRPGs) and Voice Acting - Klaus von Hohenloe Unplugged 56:35

3M ago56:35

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Send us a text This week, I sit down with Klaus von Hohenloe, a professional voice actor and YouTuber, to discuss their experiences in various creative industries. The conversation delves into Klaus's journey into voice acting, sharing the challenges of finding consistent work, creating authentic voices for characters, and dealing with the rise of …

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Political fashion, primaries, & what’s next in VT politics with State Rep. Mary-Katherine Stone 33:38

3M ago33:38

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The much requested return of Vermont State Rep. Mary-Katherine Stone on the pod is here with this eppy, which is a blast and a half. We chatted all-things political fashion, our fave spots to thrift, and so much more. In the midst of primary season and changing tides in Vermont politics, we also talked about the concept of passing the torch and bui…

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As if Tim Walz giving out free tampons is a BAD thing!? - Episode 50 58:24

3M ago58:24

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Send us a text 50 FRAKKING EPISODES! YASSSS! To celebrate, I TRIED live streaming... keyword, TRIED. This week I'm joined by Nikki Smith the Death Doula, Landon Reid aka June Rogers and Zach Borodkin to talk about the latest goings-on in politics! So, it's essentially 58 minutes of us talking about how much conservative politicians suck in comparis…

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Tim Walz, Weirdos, and Kansas State Politics with KS State Rep. Christina Haswood 47:01

3M ago47:01

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This episode goes from the window to the Walz of political topics, touching on the B I G news out of camp Kamala with the VP drop to the weirdo sh*t happening at team RFK-who-even-cares-about-him. It also importantly features an interview with the amazing Rep. Christina Haswood of Kansas. Rep. Haswood provides the 411 on the current political envir…

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(Writing) Advice from your Trans Aunty, Erica Vogel - Episode 49 1:08:49

3M ago1:08:49

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Send us a text This week on the Transcending Humanity Podcast, I sit down with frequent co-host Erica Vogel, affectionately known as "The Trans Aunty" and a soon to be published author. We discuss a range of topics from writing and creativity to navigating the complexities of transgender issues. Erica shares her journey as a writer, influenced by a…

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Bye bye Bobby Goldbars with NJ Congressman Andy Kim, candidate for US Senate 38:31

3M ago38:31

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If you’re 21+ and interested in playing a fun drinking game, may we recommend a sip for every time we say “bobby gold bars” in this episode – also shoutout Senator Fetterman for coming up with that gem of a zinger for the current US Senator from NJ that’s on his way a la corruption. More importantly is the race for who is going to bring trust back …

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Exploring Grief: Death Doula Insights with Nikki Smith - Episode 48 52:03

3M ago52:03

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Send us a text In this insightful episode of the Transcending Humanity Podcast, Vanessa Joy welcomes Nikki Smith, a dedicated death doula, to discuss the profound and often challenging experiences surrounding death and grief. Nikki shares her journey to becoming a death doula during the COVID-19 pandemic, detailing how she found this work rewarding…

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Brb busy falling out of a coconut tree with VP Kamala Harris 26:44

3M ago26:44

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OMFG is this feeling called hope? Excitement? Living, breathing excitement? Uh yea, this moment – ya know that moment where Biden dropped out of the race and endorsed Kamala Harris [ICON] – who is now running to be the next president of the US of A – is electric. Happy tears all around. In this eppy, we debrief, we get amped, and we act like this i…

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Neurodiversity, ADHD, burnout & creative chaos with Sarah Wayte's hilarious insights - Episode 47 50:47

4M ago50:47

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Send us a text In Episode 47 of the Transcending Humanity Podcast, hosts Vanessa Joy and guest Sarah Wayte delve into their personal experiences with late diagnosis of neurodiversity and the challenges they face in balancing this with high-intensity careers. Both Vanessa and Sarah share how understanding and accepting their neurodivergent identitie…

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Kicking Rick Scott out of a job and making Florida go blue with Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, candidate for US Senate [FL] 40:07

4M ago40:07

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There’s a rather spicy US Senate race going on in Florida ICYMI and if you’ve been out of the loop on it, this is the episode to use to catch right on up. The reason? Our guest, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, the Democratic candidate for US Senate in Florida, who is taking on Senator Rick Scott. She tells about his short-comings [there are a lot], what is…

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Too Queer to be Christian... too Christian to be Queer - Episode 46 - Kate Bridal & Chloe Milligan 1:23:01

4M ago1:23:01

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Send us a text In this hilarious yet heartfelt episode of Transcending Humanity, host Vanessa welcomes guest host Kate Bridal (Hannibal Lecter's Girlfriend) and special guest Chloe Anna Milligan for an in-depth exploration of the challenges and triumphs at the intersection of faith, identity, and queerness. Titled "Too Queer to be Christian... too …

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Congressman McGarvey, Maddie & Jack Harlow, and Helping Small Biz 42:43

4M ago42:43

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We all thought Maddie had moved on to Zach Bryan, but her heart is still with Jack Harlow, forever and always, as we find out on this episode with Congressman McGarvey, a fellow Kentuckian. Part match-making for Maddie and Jack Harlow, part conversation on how to help small businesses grow, and part conversation on bipartisanship - not to mention t…

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Copywriting, Branding, and Building Connections with Emily Aborn - Episode 45 1:11:34

4M ago1:11:34

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Send us a text Join Vanessa Joy in this engaging episode of the Transcending Humanity Podcast as she dives into an insightful conversation with the brilliant copywriter Emily Aborn. This episode is packed with insights and laughs as Vanessa and Emily discuss the art of copywriting, the importance of brand blueprints, and the challenge of writing ab…

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Unleashing Creativity: Transforming Brand Photography With Jonna Michelle - Episode 44 51:43

4M ago51:43

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Send us a text "Bring your personality out and inject it into your products to make them more personal." This week, Vanessa and Jenni interview Jonna Michelle, a personal brand photography expert, and an avid proponent of anti-corporate branding! In her own words: "I’m here to shine a light on the rebellious small business owners, creatives, activi…

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Repeat Epi! Basic basic pew pew reform with Kris Brown, President of Brady 1:08:51

4M ago1:08:51

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BRB and TBT were back with re-release of an ever-timely interview with Kris Brown, President of Brady. This episode dives into common sense gun reform - covering what some of those reforms look like, what the arguments for and against are, and how we can move them ahead. NEW MERCH → https://www.bonfire.com/the-gov-club-collection/ The Yapper’s Dige…

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Pride and Intersectional Bigotry - Episode 43 1:22:24

5M ago1:22:24

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Send us a text Vanessa and Jess discuss Pride events and the discourse surrounding them. They talk about the importance of supporting Pride events and the need for inclusivity. They also touch on the controversy of bringing children to Pride and the role of law enforcement at these events. Overall, they emphasize the importance of creating a safe a…

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Social Media, Mental Health, & Parenting with Congressman Jake Auchincloss 34:14

4M ago34:14

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How does being the youngest parent in Congress impact how one thinks about policy and its impacts? It’s a question we asked Congressman Auchincloss [D-MA] who has made one of his central policy focuses online safety. And to that, we chat about legislative change and cultural change that’s needed to improve the mental health of kids and adults alike…

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Getting Real About Gender Affirming Surgeries With Dr. Cecile Ferrando - Episode 42 59:35

5M ago59:35

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Send us a text Dr. Cecile Ferrando, a urogynecologist specializing in gender affirming surgery, discusses her journey into medicine and her focus on gender affirming surgeries. She explains the difference between vaginoplasty and vulvoplasty, the various procedures she performs, and the importance of revisions in achieving the desired outcome. Dr. …

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Normal people need to run for office with Will Rollins, Candidate for Congress [CA-41] 40:39

5M ago40:39

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Will Rollins is running for Congress in SoCal with the goal of thoughtfully escorting the current Republican incumbent to the curb (of one of the buildings that said incumbent allegedly owns and has raised rent prices on for residents during a housing crisis). In this episode, we chat with him about this race, his prior run, and the critical nature…

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Nevada Politics, Abortion Access, & Career Building with NV State Senate Majority Leader, Nicole Cannizzaro 37:25

5M ago37:25

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All eyes are on the swing state of Nevada this episode because we brought on Nevada State Senate Majority Leader, Nicole Cannizzaro to chat all about the state’s politics, its purple reputation, and an issue that’s top of mind for voters – abortion. We discuss ballot measures, the inter-party politics, and how the state’s independent streak plays a…

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Behind The Scenes: Running An LGBTQ+ Business and Tips for Pride 2024 - Episode 41 1:15:33

5M ago1:15:33

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Send us a text In this episode of Transcending Humanity, Jess takes the lead, joined by Vanessa and our guest to Misty discuss supporting queer businesses, the definition of a taco, the background story of Euphoria Threads, marketing strategies, and the Pride collection. They also explore the challenges of holding inventory, the importance of repre…

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TX Congressman Colin Allred on his campaign to boot Ted Cruz from his Senate seat 36:54

5M ago36:54

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Ted Cruz could lose his job this year. Not exactly a devastating loss to say the least. But the focus should be on what would be gained if this happens, specifically if Texas Congressman Colin Allred wins the race [for US Senate]. From our conversation with the Congressman, it would mean more bipartisan solutions, more wins for veterans, more wins …

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Running for Congress in Idaho as a Dem with Candidate Kaylee Peterson 35:20

5M ago35:20

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What’s the political landscape in Idaho? Is it really that conservative? Is there a reason the state seems to embrace right-wingers? And what do people think Dems are trying to take from them? These questions and more on the very red state are answered by Democratic Congressional candidate, Kaylee Peterson. She walks us through the state’s media de…

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Sharing Our Celeb Encounter Stories And More Randomness - Episode 40 1:05:52

6M ago1:05:52

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Send us a text Jess and Vanessa are joined by Jenni, co-host of the Long Term Pickles podcast! We aimed for a lighter theme this week, as last episode was a bit... heavy. Of course, as we're wont to do, we do get into heavier stuff at the end. Ope. Enjoy the show! We had fun doing this, and Vanessa has been itching to share her Natalie Knepp story!…

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Vegan treats and voters with Anna Thomas for HD-137, PA 36:31

6M ago36:31

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What goes down in PA’s HD-137? Anna Thomas, candidate for state house in the district fills us in. From the magical small businesses to the need for more transportation for commuters this candidate puts a spotlight on it all. She also gives us the lay of the land with voters – what they’re looking for and what issues matter to them most of all. Ann…

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The Montana Boyz & Running for Governor with Ryan Busse, Dem Candidate for Montana Gov 28:41

6M ago28:41

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All eyes have been on Montana since the Montana Boyz burst onto the scene, but they really should be on this candidate for governor of Montana – Ryan Busse. On this episode, we chat with Ryan about his campaign, what drove him to run for office, and of course, the best things Montana has to offer. If you’ve been curious about Montana [literally we …

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Empowering Trans Women Share Tips On Mental Health, Career Paths, And Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts - Episode 39 1:03:10

6M ago1:03:10

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Send us a text CONTENT WARNING! This episode features a lot of conversation around suicide and self harm. Listener & viewer discretion is advised! We're back! This week, Taryn and Vanessa are your Aunties giving advice on some pretty deep stuff. Vanessa kind of... well, went off the rails a month ago, which we talk about in this episode. We also di…

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Baja Blasts, Primaries, & Baby Dog with WV Delegate Kayla Young 42:45

6M ago42:45

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We’re back and we’re having a [baja] blast on this episode with West Virginia Delegate Kayla Young! In our new format, we shoot the shit about what’s going on in WV politically from the upcoming primaries to Baby Dog, and Kristi Noem’s dog [RIP] to everything else and beyond. We catch up on Delegate Young’s epic Vegas wedding, TikToking as a repres…

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Episode 38 - WE'RE A YEAR OLD! Also, Trump bibles are a thing now 51:35

8M ago51:35

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Send us a text Transcending Humanity is a year old! Taryn and Jess join Vanessa to recap the past year and chat about current events! The show is refocusing, working less on the trans experience and more on humanity in general. In the future you can expect content to be focused more on politics, current events, interviews with various experts, and …

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The potential TikTok ban & the ‘24 youth vote with Congressman Maxwell Frost 52:04

8M ago52:04

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What in the world is happening with this potential TikTok ban? And honestly, what even is it? Is it a ban? We asked Gen-Z Congressman Maxwell Frost, who gave us the 411 on the what, the why, the who, and the when. And while we were at, we also talked about the 2024 elections – ya know, those big AF things happening THIS year. Specifically, we zeroe…

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Unveiling The Truth: Kate Bridal's Insight On Burnout In Work, Life, And The Transgender Community - Episode 37 1:16:44

8M ago1:16:44

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Send us a text Main episode content starts at 6:26 Kate Bridal of the Legal Burnouts Podcast joins Taryn and Vanessa to talk about burnout, in life, the workplace, as well as the trans community! Follow Kate on IG and TikTok at bridalpartyof5 Follow The Legal Burnouts Podcast on IG and TikTok at thelegalburnouts Opening song: "Sing for Me" (from Di…

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Two cities, two political trips, two debriefs, and one v exciting announcement 53:56

8M ago53:56

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Ya girls are back with a debrief episode on both our trips – DC and Austin. It’s politics, gossip, takeaways, and a crush on a hot secret service guy. It’s truly a grab bag with discoveries you might not have seen coming, or at least we didn’t. We also chat about an exciting podcast announcement regarding our upcoming format change WHICH IS GOING T…

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The State of the Union by the numbers with USAFacts President Poppy MacDonald 52:13

8M ago52:13

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There’s little cutie speech that the president gives called the State of the Union Address or as the wonks like to shorten it to, SOTU. Sounds kind of like a fun drink in our opinion, but it’s literally a look at from the president’s eyes the state or status of the nation at the juncture that they give said speech. This one is sure to be a banger, …

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Episode 36 - His Name was Nex Benedict 1:09:44

9M ago1:09:44

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Send us a text Jess and Taryn join Vanessa to talk about the devastating tragedy around the assault and death of Nex Benedict, a child just trying to make his way through his high school years in Owasso, Oklahoma. His Name was Nex Benedict. Remember him. Cherish his memory. Links: Sean Cummings: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_cummings_irish_pub Under…

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Run for… school board with the Co-Founder of Run for Something, Amanda Litman 40:46

8M ago40:46

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Have you heard about what’s been happening with school boards? If you haven’t, you’re about to, with our conversation with the Co-Founder of Run for Something’s Amanda Litman. She provides the 411 on how the far-right has long had their eyes on this educational and powerful prize, and where their efforts have led… ya know like to book bans that hav…

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