Episodios

  • S4E4: The Root of Anti-Transgender Laws

    S4E4: The Root of Anti-Transgender Laws
    Mar 27 2026
    A brief dive into how anti-transgender hate bills and laws are set in motion. It is a well-coordinated, 50-year-running long con to dismantle democracy. Mentioned or related to this episode: PBS LearningMedia: How Laws are Made in CongressRock the Vote: State Legislatures, An Explainer American Bar Association: What is an Executive Order?Video: Human Rights Campaign - Who's Behind the Anti-LGBTQ+ Movement? ACLU: Project 2025 ExplainedGreenpeace: The Heritage FoundationPBS News Hour: What is Christian Nationalism and Why it Raises Concerns about Threats to DemocracyCommon Cause Foundation: Why Does Big Oil Bankroll the Anti-Trans Movement? Open Secrets: Top Contributors, Federal Election Data for DT, 2024Open Secrets: Companies that Publicly Condemned Anti-LGBTQ Legislation, Sent Political Contributions to Advancing Anti-LGBTQ LegislationGreenpeace: The Fossil Fuel Industry is Inherently Patriarchal and CriminalWilliams Institute: The Impact of Anti-Transgender Legislation on YouthACLU: The Impacts of Anti-Transgender Laws and PoliciesACLU: Mapping Attacks on LGBTQ Rights in State LegislatureErin in the Morning to follow for transgender legislation updates Due to current events in the US: Rainbow RailroadTransLash: Trans Relocation Guide -- Finding Trans Aslyum and Safe HavensTransgender Law Center Resources Information for allies: PFLAG Guide to Being a Trans Ally(PDF)GLAAD Tips for Allies of Transgender PeopleAdvocates for Transgender Equality ally guideHuman Rights Campaign ally guide Places to look for therapy and professional support: Psychology TodayCoaching for Cis & Straight Partners of Transgender, Gender Diverse, and LGBTQ+ Folx More transgender families: YouTube Channel: Great ScottsYouTube Channel: JammidodgerTikTok: TransitionTogetherThe Cut: My Husband is Now my Wife: Trans Women's Wives on Their Own Dramatic TransformationsChicago Tribune: Suburban Wife Loves the Person, Not the Gender, After Spouse Comes out as Woman * * * Get in touch, I'm happy to hear from you or answer questions. If you would like to support the podcast, consider donating to: The Trevor Project, GLAAD, PFLAG and PFLAG International chapters,Lambda Legal, Advocates for Trans Equality, The Williams Institute, your local LGBTQ+ centers.
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    13 m
  • S4E3: The Attempt to Erase Transgender People

    S4E3: The Attempt to Erase Transgender People
    Mar 4 2026
    New laws are trying to erase transgender people and Law SB 244 that recently passed in the U.S. state of Kansas is a prime example. Transgender people are here to stay and in this episode, I touch on how wasteful and cruel this law is for the transgender community, a sliver of the population who are people like the rest of us. Mentioned or related to this episode: ACLU: Understanding the SB 244 Law in KansasKansas SB 244 Law DetailsRequest Assistance from ACLU KansasTransgender Law Center ResourcesLamda LegalLGBTQ Foundation of KansasTrans Lawrence CoalitionBoots on the Ground Midwest Transgender Institute (Kansas City, MO)PFLAG Kansas City (including KS) Erin in the Morning to follow for transgender legislation updatesAdvocate & Educator to follow on Instagram Due to current events in the US: Rainbow RailroadTransLash: Trans Relocation Guide -- Finding Trans Aslyum and Safe HavensTransgender Law Center Resources Information for allies: PFLAG Guide to Being a Trans Ally(PDF)GLAAD Tips for Allies of Transgender PeopleAdvocates for Transgender Equality ally guideHuman Rights Campaign ally guide Places to look for therapy and professional support: Psychology TodayCoaching for Cis & Straight Partners of Transgender, Gender Diverse, and LGBTQ+ Folx More transgender families: YouTube Channel: Great ScottsYouTube Channel: JammidodgerTikTok: TransitionTogetherThe Cut: My Husband is Now my Wife: Trans Women's Wives on Their Own Dramatic TransformationsChicago Tribune: Suburban Wife Loves the Person, Not the Gender, After Spouse Comes out as Woman * * * Get in touch, I'm happy to hear from you or answer questions. If you would like to support the podcast, consider donating to: The Trevor Project, GLAAD, PFLAG and PFLAG International chapters,Lambda Legal, Advocates for Trans Equality, The Williams Institute, your local LGBTQ+ centers.
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    12 m
  • S4E2: Coming out as an Adult

    S4E2: Coming out as an Adult
    Feb 6 2026
    In this episode, my spouse shares whether she has regrets not coming out sooner and touches on the topic of what might have been missed since she came out as an adult. Due to current events in the US: Rainbow RailroadTransLash: Trans Relocation Guide -- Finding Trans Aslyum and Safe HavensTransgender Law Center Resources Information for allies: PFLAG Guide to Being a Trans Ally(PDF)GLAAD Tips for Allies of Transgender PeopleAdvocates for Transgender Equality ally guideHuman Rights Campaign ally guide Places to look for therapy and professional support: Psychology TodayCoaching for Cis & Straight Partners of Transgender, Gender Diverse, and LGBTQ+ Folx More transgender families: YouTube Channel: Great ScottsYouTube Channel: JammidodgerTikTok: TransitionTogetherThe Cut: My Husband is Now my Wife: Trans Women's Wives on Their Own Dramatic TransformationsChicago Tribune: Suburban Wife Loves the Person, Not the Gender, After Spouse Comes out as Woman * * * Get in touch, I'm happy to hear from you or answer questions. If you would like to support the podcast, consider donating to: The Trevor Project, GLAAD, PFLAG and PFLAG International chapters, Lambda Legal, Advocates for Trans Equality, The Williams Institute, your local LGBTQ+ centers.
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    18 m
  • S4E1: Annual Disclosure Day Reflection

    S4E1: Annual Disclosure Day Reflection
    Jan 12 2026
    The new season begins with a reflection on the fourth year post-disclosure and how things looked then versus now. Mentioned in or related to this episode: PFLAG and International PFLAG: Support, Education, and Advocacy for LGBTQ+ People and their Loved Ones Due to current events in the US: Rainbow RailroadTransLash: Trans Relocation Guide -- Finding Trans Aslyum and Safe HavensTransgender Law Center Resources Information for allies: PFLAG Guide to Being a Trans Ally(PDF)GLAAD Tips for Allies of Transgender PeopleAdvocates for Transgender Equality ally guideHuman Rights Campaign ally guide Places to look for therapy and professional support: Psychology TodayCoaching for Cis & Straight Partners of Transgender, Gender Diverse, and LGBTQ+ Folx More transgender families: YouTube Channel: Great ScottsYouTube Channel: JammidodgerTikTok: TransitionTogetherThe Cut: My Husband is Now my Wife: Trans Women's Wives on Their Own Dramatic TransformationsChicago Tribune: Suburban Wife Loves the Person, Not the Gender, After Spouse Comes out as Woman * * * Get in touch, I'm happy to hear from you or answer questions. If you would like to support the podcast, consider donating to: The Trevor Project, GLAAD, PFLAG and PFLAG International chapters, Lambda Legal, Advocates for Trans Equality, The Williams Institute, your local LGBTQ+ centers.
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    8 m
  • S3E18: Season Finale with Encore Interview

    S3E18: Season Finale with Encore Interview
    Nov 30 2025
    The season ends with a message of hope and an encore interview with special guest, Abbe Kruger. Abbe is a life coach who dedicates herself to supporting cisgender and straight spouses or partners, and couples, managing changes in sexuality, gender identity and gender expression. Abbe can help you anywhere in the world, you can contact her here. The podcast returns in January. Thank you for listening and here's to hoping for a wonderful year ahead. Mentioned in or related to this episode: Coaching for Cis & Straight Partners of Transgender, Gender Diverse, and LGBTQ+ Folx Them: How to Prepare for your First Visit Home after TransitioningTransVitae: Helping Your Family Accept a Transgender PartnerPronoun Pins: Human Rights Campaign pronoun pins , PFLAG pronoun buttons, Dissent pins, Etsy pronoun pins Information for allies: PFLAG Guide to Being a Trans Ally(PDF)GLAAD Tips for Allies of Transgender PeopleAdvocates for Transgender Equality ally guideHuman Rights Campaign ally guide Places to look for therapy and professional support: Psychology TodayCoaching for Cis & Straight Partners of Transgender, Gender Diverse, and LGBTQ+ Folx More transgender families: YouTube Channel: Great ScottsYouTube Channel: JammidodgerTikTok: TransitionTogetherThe Cut: My Husband is Now my Wife: Trans Women's Wives on Their Own Dramatic TransformationsChicago Tribune: Suburban Wife Loves the Person, Not the Gender, After Spouse Comes out as Woman * * * Get in touch, I'm happy to hear from you or answer questions. If you would like to support the podcast, consider donating to: The Trevor Project, GLAAD, PFLAG and PFLAG International chapters, Lambda Legal, The Williams Institute, your local LGBTQ+ centers.
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    23 m
  • S3E17: The Decision to Tell or Not to Tell

    S3E17: The Decision to Tell or Not to Tell
    Nov 16 2025

    It is an ongoing calculation to decide when to tell someone new that your spouse is transgender. Everyone in your circle may know, but one still has to decide if it is necessary, if you think your spouse will be okay with it if they're not there, and whether it is even up to your spouse when you feel like it is the right moment to share that piece of information with someone new.

    In this episode, my spouse and I discuss a recent situation where we were caught off guard and another where I made the decision to tell someone that she happens to be transgender.

    Information for allies:

    • PFLAG Guide to Being a Trans Ally(PDF)
    • GLAAD Tips for Allies of Transgender People
    • Advocates for Transgender Equality ally guide
    • Human Rights Campaign ally guide

    Places to look for therapy and professional support:

    • Psychology Today
    • Coaching for Cis & Straight Partners of Transgender, Gender Diverse, and LGBTQ+ Folx

    More transgender families:

    • YouTube Channel: Great Scotts
    • YouTube Channel: Jammidodger
    • TikTok: TransitionTogether
    • The Cut: My Husband is Now my Wife: Trans Women's Wives on Their Own Dramatic Transformations
    • Chicago Tribune: Suburban Wife Loves the Person, Not the Gender, After Spouse Comes out as Woman

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    Get in touch, I'm happy to hear from you or answer questions.

    If you would like to support the podcast, consider donating to: The Trevor Project, GLAAD, PFLAG and PFLAG International chapters, Lambda Legal, The Williams Institute, your local LGBTQ+ centers.
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    16 m
  • S3E16: Middle Schooler's Take on Moving Abroad

    S3E16: Middle Schooler's Take on Moving Abroad
    Nov 2 2025
    I asked my 12-year-old to share his perspective on moving abroad and squeezed out just enough to create a short episode. It is a reminder that kids are resilient and can handle big things as long as there is a support network to lean on — in this case, he has his parents plus family and friends from afar. There are lots of books, podcasts, resources and groups online to help you and your kids with an overseas move and even more specific to your situation and where you are going -- if you are planning a move, I encourage finding those groups and resources to help make the process feel less daunting. Mentioned or related to this episode: First interview with my son: Perspective from a 10-year-oldSecond interview with my son: A Child's Perspective on FFS Information for allies: PFLAG Guide to Being a Trans Ally(PDF)GLAAD Tips for Allies of Transgender PeopleAdvocates for Trans Equality ally guideHuman Rights Campaign ally guide Places to look for therapy and professional support: Psychology TodayCoaching for Cis & Straight Partners of Transgender, Gender Diverse, and LGBTQ+ Folx More transgender families: YouTube Channel: Great ScottsYouTube Channel: JammidodgerTikTok: TransitionTogetherThe Cut: My Husband is Now my Wife: Trans Women's Wives on Their Own Dramatic TransformationsChicago Tribune: Suburban Wife Loves the Person, Not the Gender, After Spouse Comes out as Woman * * * Get in touch, I'm happy to hear from you or answer questions. If you would like to support the podcast, consider donating to: The Trevor Project, GLAAD, PFLAG and PFLAG International chapters, Lambda Legal, Trans Formations Project, The Williams Institute, your local LGBTQ+ centers.
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    7 m
  • S3E15: Spouse's Take on Moving Abroad

    S3E15: Spouse's Take on Moving Abroad
    Oct 19 2025
    In this episode, my spouse shares her feelings about moving abroad. "We are not chess pieces," she says, regarding the current anti-transgender climate in the US. That says it all. Mentioned or related to this episode: USA Today: Safest States for Gay and Trans PeopleRainbow RailroadTransLash: Trans Relocation Guide -- Finding Trans Aslyum and Safe HavensErin in the Morning: Countries Should Accept Transgender Refugees from the U.S. Information for allies: PFLAG Guide to Being a Trans Ally(PDF)GLAAD Tips for Allies of Transgender PeopleAdvocates for Trans Equality ally guideHuman Rights Campaign ally guide Places to look for therapy and professional support: Psychology TodayCoaching for Cis & Straight Partners of Transgender, Gender Diverse, and LGBTQ+ Folx More transgender families: YouTube Channel: Great ScottsYouTube Channel: JammidodgerTikTok: TransitionTogetherThe Cut: My Husband is Now my Wife: Trans Women's Wives on Their Own Dramatic TransformationsChicago Tribune: Suburban Wife Loves the Person, Not the Gender, After Spouse Comes out as Woman * * * Get in touch, I'm happy to hear from you or answer questions. If you would like to support the podcast, consider donating to: The Trevor Project, GLAAD, PFLAG and PFLAG International chapters, Lambda Legal, Trans Formations Project, The Williams Institute, your local LGBTQ+ centers.
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    13 m