Everyday Trans Activism
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 to the critical work being done within and for the transgender community. Anyone can become a trans activist! www.parentsoftransyouth.com
Episodes
It's a bonus solo episode! I share a curated list of recommended actions for families of trans kids + trans folks for this post-election wilderness we're wandering in.
Click here to get the Parents of Trans Youth resource list, and TONS of additional resources are linked in the show notes.
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#22: Wrappin' up season 1 of the Everyday Trans Activism podcast with a short solo episode!
Such an incredible season. 21 episodes, 21 guests.
The podcast has never been about me.
It's about amplifying trans voices and learning from them.
And I've learned SO much from each one of my guests and hope you have, too.
I might take a wee break for the winter holidays or do a m...
#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,” the parent of a trans minor living in District 146.
If you live in Texas House District ...
#21 This episode's guest is journalist, editor, culture critic, and essayist Nico Lang!
Nico is the author of the upcoming American Teenager: How Trans Kids are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era, which comes out on October 8th. I cannot WAIT to read it.
We talk about:
📖 Nico's Avengers origin story (hint: lots of fan fiction)
📖 the need for queer stories
📖 heart-wrenching ...
Meet Episode 20's guest, Dr. Syd Young!
Syd (they/them) is the proud owner of OutWellness, Austin’s friendliest and most inclusive wellness center and gym.
Syd has a doctorate in physical therapy AND a passion for creating safe spaces for queer people to address health and wellness needs. Um, more of that, please!
Hear how they’ve created a safe fitness space plus catch their call to action for allie...
#19 Meet this episode's guest, Delia Sosa – a rockstar third-year medical student, transgender and intersex advocate, and LGBTQIA2+ educator. Delia's work in creating inclusive healthcare spaces and shaping policy for gender-affirming care is nothing short of inspiring and game-changing! 🌟
From their groundbreaking work at the American Medical Association to shedding light on the intersection of being trans and intersex, ...
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 @indigo.jasper and on Twi...
#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 outcomes for their trans and gender-diverse children by helping parents feel empowered, conf...
#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 Florida State House of Representatives in District 65.
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 candidate to appear on a major party primary ballot.
#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 LGBTQIA+ Quality of Life Commission. Brigitte was also one of the pla...
#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 the first Black trans woman nominated to that position. Joelle has worked with many com...
#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,” the parent of a trans minor living in District 146.
#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 storytelling around the trans experience. He is a fierce advocate for transgender youth...
#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 training on transgender and gender-diverse issues.
Dr. Weaver’s practice website ...
#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 transgender and believes deeply in building and empowering, diverse, and inclusive teams.
#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 Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/sofiaintexas
This episode is sponsored by Thr...
#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 People in the world in 2022.
You can find Emmett on Instagram @emmett_morales_yoon
#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
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Show notes and full transcripts available at www.parentsoftransyouth.com/podcast
Everyday Trans Activism is a production of Parents of Trans Youth, a ...
#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 including voting rights, youth advocacy, human rights, and racial justice. They collaborat...
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