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 • 113 episodes
Transparently Speaking
Latest Episodes
Heart-stopping moment of Fear (#113)
Join us in this episode as Diana helps Joy reflect upon and process the 5 minute window during which Joy thought her and Samantha's name change information (and photo) were shared publicly on social media.
•
28:01
Raising Trans Kids Amid Anti-Trans Legislation Proposals (#112)
Last week brought a surge of anti-trans legislation proposals that felt impossible to ignore, especially for families raising transgender kids. In this episode, we step away from our planned content and talk honestly about what it’s like to liv...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 112
•
27:42
Leaning into Gratitude this Holiday Season (#111)
Join Diana and Joy as they reflect on the people and things they are grateful for during this holiday season. Although they've faced many challenges (and anticipate more), there is still much to be grateful for! Plus - the saying "w...
•
19:59
The Cost of a Teacher’s Unwillingness to Learn about Gender (#110)
In this episode, we unpack what happens when an adult in a position of authority chooses “respect” over real understanding, and how that choice shapes a transgender child’s daily experience. A recent school meeting revealed just how...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 110
•
25:02
Our Current Journey with Gender Affirming Care (#109)
Joy and Diana open up about their current challenges amid the ongoing attacks on youth gender affirming care. They discuss the real-world hurdles of managing prescription renewals, medication access, and insurance barriers. The episode also off...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 109
•
21:44