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 • 111 episodes
Transparently Speaking
Latest Episodes
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...
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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...
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Season 1
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Episode 110
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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...
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Season 1
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Episode 109
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21:44
The Loneliness of Protecting Our Transgender Children (#108)
Diana and Joy share the profound isolation of raising transgender children while maintaining their privacy. They discuss why they limit who knows their children's identities, the risks they're protecting against, and the loneliness of being una...
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Season 1
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Episode 108
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27:58
When Preferred Names and Pronouns Aren’t Respected (#107)
In this episode of Transparently Speaking, Joy and Diana explore the challenge for everyone in adopting new names and pronouns. They share personal stories and reflect on how it feels when someone dismisses or neglects pronouns, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 107
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24:25