Demystifying the Transgender Journey

Demystifying the Transgender Journey

This podcast features a diverse array of voices of people who were born transgender, their families, friends, coworkers, and healthcare professionals. Your cohosts, Lynn W. Murphy, a cisgender woman, and Wendy Cole, a transgender woman, created a unique partnership to interview a wide array of transgender individuals and allies. Their goal is to combat misinformation and disinformation by educating people and facilitating compelling conversations. For more information go to https://womenwhopushthelimits.com/demystifyingtransgender/

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July 25, 2025 96 mins

Welcome to another insightful episode of 'Demystifying the Transgender Journey' brought to you by Women Who Push the Limits. Join hosts Lynn Murphy and Wendy Cole as they engage with Tawni Acosta, a transformational life coach, bestselling author, and advocate for LGBTQ communities, who shares her personal experiences transitioning in her mid-fifties. Tawni discusses growing up in an academic family, struggling with her identity, a...

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Demystifying the Transgender Journey: Tamara Rowland's Inspiring Story

Join hosts Lynn Murphy and Wendy Cole in this enlightening episode as they sit down with Tamara Rowland, a transgender woman who transitioned at the age of 48. Tamara shares her remarkable journey of self-discovery, from hiding her true self for decades to embracing life authentically. Hear about the challenges she's overcome, the emotional impact of her transit...

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In this episode of 'Demystifying the Transgender Journey,' hosts Lynn Murphy and Wendy Cole engage in a heartfelt conversation with psychotherapist and gay dad, David Blacker. David shares his unique journey from a 25-year career in advertising to becoming a clinical psychotherapist, driven by a lifelong passion for helping others. The discussion delves into David's personal experiences growing up as a gay man in the 80s, the impac...

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In this empowering episode of Demystifying the Transgender Journey, hosts Lynn Murphy and Wendy Cole interview the incredible Marzzi Starzzi. Marzzi shares her heartfelt journey of transitioning in her fifties, offering unique insights into her life before and after transition. She discusses her experiences working in a male-dominated field, her battles with addiction, and the pivotal moments that led her to embrace her true self. ...

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In this episode of Demystifying the Transgender Journey, hosts Lynn Murphy and Wendy Cole interview Sam Castle, founder of Be You, Do You Coaching. Sam shares his personal story of understanding his transgender identity from a young age, growing up in a single-parent household with a strong religious background, and overcoming numerous challenges on his journey to transitioning at age 36. He discusses the importance of mental healt...

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In this insightful episode of 'Demystifying the Transgender Journey,' host Lynn Murphy delves into the complexities of supporting transgender loved ones with transition mentor Wendy Cole. Wendy, who transitioned at the age of 67, generously shares her personal journey and offers invaluable advice to parents and families on how to unconditionally accept and support their transgender children. She demystifies common misconceptions, h...

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In this episode of 'Demystifying the Transgender Journey,' hosts Lynn Murphy and Wendy Cole converse with Staci, a mother of a transgender daughter who transitioned in her 20s. Staci shares her story of acceptance and love, detailing her daughter's coming out journey, the challenges posed by their Mormon faith, and their family's evolution. The discussion touches on societal misconceptions, the importance of supporting transgender ...

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In this episode of 'Demystifying the Transgender Journey,' host Lynn Murphy engages in a profound and insightful conversation with Bobbie Scopa, a transgender woman who transitioned in her 40s after a 44-year career fighting wildfires. Bobbie shares her early life struggles, the secrecy she maintained about her gender identity, and the challenges she faced while masking her true self. She recounts her emotional and mental battles, ...

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In this episode of Demystifying the Transgender Journey, host Lynn Murphy discusses myths and misunderstandings about the transgender community with Wendy Cole, a transition mentor. They delve into misconceptions such as the notion that being transgender is a choice, the difference between sex and gender, and the false belief that transgender individuals suffer from a mental disorder. Wendy shares her personal journey of transition...

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In this episode of "Demystifying the Transgender Journey," host Lynn Murphy discusses the complexities of gender identity and the experiences of transgender individuals with 77-year-old Wendy Cole, who transitioned at the age of 67. The episode explores terminology such as transgender, gender dysphoria, non-binary, and intersex, highlighting the distinction between sex and gender. Wendy shares personal insights into her journey and...

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Wendy Cole's Journey at 67--Navigating Identity and Transformation

In this episode of Demystifying the Transgender Journey, host Lynn Murphy continues an intimate and enlightening conversation with Wendy, who transitioned at the age of 67. Wendy shares her experiences with imposter syndrome post-surgery, deconstructing male socialization, and the emotional and physical challenges of transitioning later in life. Wendy also discusses...

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In this episode of "Demystifying the Transgender Journey," host Lynn Murphy interviews Wendy Cole, who began her transition from male to female at the age of 67. Wendy shares her experiences of living authentically, including the emotional and physical challenges she faced prior to and during her transition. The discussion also covers her decision to pursue hormone therapy and surgery, the impact on her marriage, and her journey to...

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In this episode of 'Demystifying the Transgender Journey,' host Lynn Murphy continues the inspiring story of Wendy Cole, who knew from a young age that she was a woman despite being born male. Wendy recounts her struggles with identity, her journey to acceptance, and the transformative role her therapist Stephanie played in her life. Wendy discusses overcoming guilt and shame, navigating the challenges within the transgender commun...

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In this episode of 'Demystifying the Transgender Journey,' host Lynn Murphy interviews Wendy Cole, who shares her courageous and emotional journey of living 67 years in a man's body despite knowing from a very early age that she was a girl. Wendy talks about the challenges she faced, including family rejection, psychiatrists’ lack of understanding in the 1950s, and the societal stigma. She expresses the intense repression, anxiety,...

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February 28, 2025 7 mins

In the introduction to "Demystifying the Transgender Journey," hosts Lynn Murphy and Wendy Cole invite viewers to explore the experiences of people born transgender. They discuss the goals of their podcast, which include educating the public about what it means to be transgender through interviews with transgender individuals, their families, friends, and professionals who support them. Lynn, an accomplished author and interviewer,...

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