Transparently Speaking
We are Diana and Joy - two moms who each supported their children to transition in early elementary school to become their true selves. We are using our voices to reflect our child’s voices, and have navigated everything from family and friends, to health care offices and schools. We are here to share our experience and our learning along this transgender journey, to provide support and guidance, parent-to-parent, and if you find yourself on a similar journey, we want you to know that you are not alone. Beyond parenting, we are also excited about building a community of allies and chosen family who will stand together with us, Transparently Speaking.
Podcasting since 2021 • 90 episodes
Transparently Speaking
Latest Episodes
What Now? The Executive Order Targeting Trans Youth and Medical Care (#90)
The latest executive order banning gender-affirming care for anyone under 19 has sent shockwaves through families with transgender children. In this episode of Transparently Speaking, Diana and Joy share their raw and honest reactions—...
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Season 1
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Episode 90
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27:48
Fears Coming to Life (#89)
As the inauguration looms less than a week away, Diana and Joy reflect on their biggest fears and how they are currently thinking and preparing to face challenges. After this recording was complete, the House Bill, "Protection of Women an...
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18:29
Preparing Our Transgender Families for January 20th (#88)
As January 20th approaches, many families with transgender children face uncertainty, fear, and the need to prepare for possible changes. In this episode, Diana and Joy discuss the steps they’ve taken to safeguard their children, including crea...
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Season 1
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Episode 88
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27:16
Catching up & Happy Holidays (#87)
In episode 87, Joy and Diana share key updates, including: Clark's first vote, Samanta's doctor's response to insurance denial and final decisions, navigating an inadvertent sharing of Samantha's medical procedure, and ongoing challenges with p...
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Season 1
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Episode 87
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20:00
Reflection on episode #83: Letting Go of Clark (#86)
In this heartfelt episode, Diana & Joy reflect on Diana's recent conversation with Clark from episode 83, offering an intimate look into her journey as a parent of a transgender young adult. From the wisdom Clark shared about navigating dis...
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Season 1
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Episode 86
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30:23