
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.
Episodes
104 episodes
Dr. Dad on Medical Research, Protecting Transgender Kids, and the Sports Debate (104)
A physician dad shares how politics are disrupting research, parenting transgender kids, and the sports debate.In this episode, Diana sits down with her husband, Arthur, a physician researcher and parent, to talk about how today’s shifti...
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Season 1
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Episode 104
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34:27

The Latest on Trans Participation in Sports (#103)
Recorded in the first half of July, Episode 103 is a reflection of how Joy and Samantha are feeling since the Supreme Court agreed to take up the constitutionality of laws that bar transgender women and girls from participating on girls’ and wo...
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28:05

An Interview with the Wise and Wonderful Jeffrey Marsh (#102)
What does it mean to truly be yourself in a world that often demands conformity?In this episode, Diana sits down with author, coach, and nonbinary trailblazer Jeffrey Marsh to talk about authenticity, allyship, parenting, and the emotion...
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Episode 102
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38:18

Skrmetti and other news updates (#101)
In this episode, Joy and Diana provide listeners an update and overview of the latest political and news stories impacting them and all transgender youth. From US vs. Skrmetti (6.18.25 - which upheld Tennessee's law banning gender-affirmi...
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31:33

Speaking Up for Transgender Kids: Finding Your Own Way (100)
Speaking up for transgender youth doesn’t always mean being loud or public. In this episode, Diana and Joy explore different forms of LGBTQ advocacy, including private conversations, writing to lawmakers, and simply staying informed. They also ...
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Season 1
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Episode 100
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22:15

3rd Annual Pride Letter (99)
In this special Pride Month episode, Diana and Joy share their third annual letter to LGBTQIA+ youth, families, and allies. In a year marked by escalating attacks on transgender and queer youth, they offer solidarity and support and speak to th...
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Season 1
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Episode 99
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13:18

Hormones, Surgery and How We Define Sex (98)
In this episode, Joy shares updates from her daughter’s recent endocrine visit—including conversations about hormone levels, breast development, and timing for potential surgeries. She also reflects on a powerful session with a legal coach that...
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Season 1
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Episode 98
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25:15

Clark's call for support (97)
In this episode, Diana receives an SOS call from Clark and cancels her commitments to travel and support him. This episode explores Diana's approach to supporting him, and the layered frustration and fear resulting from our current sociop...
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36:13

Courtrooms to Volleyball Courts: Preparing for What Next (96)
From a hard-won court victory to the uncertainty of college athletics, this episode moves through triumph, fear, frustration, and hope. Joy shares the emotional journey of changing her daughter’s birth certificate—and the questions that remain ...
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Season 1
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Episode 96
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29:03

Greatest fear comes to life: the latest Federal Proclamation (#95)
In Episode 95 of Transparently Speaking, Diana and Joy share their response to the new federal proclamation, "National Child Abuse Prevention Month," which indicates that gender affirming care is child abuse. They also reflect on...
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Season 1
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Episode 95
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18:38

Bathroom Bans and Travel Plans: Raising Trans Kids Today (94)
Spring break used to mean picking a destination based on fun and weather. Now, it involves scanning state laws and planning how to stay safe in public spaces. In this episode, we talk about how political shifts are changing everyday decisions f...
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25:40

Unpacking / Understanding Trans Girls in Sports Legislation (93)
Join Diana and Joy as they reflect on continued national and state level legislative efforts, specifically transgender girls in sports. The key arguments offered by those proposing these bills are based largely on considerations of safety...
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33:48

Meaning of a Name Fluidity: Balancing Advocacy, Privacy, and Protection (92)
What happens when a name becomes a risk factor? In this episode, we explore the emotional toll of parenting transgender children in a time of heightened scrutiny, the delicate balance between advocacy and safety, and the exhaustion of constantl...
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Season 1
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Episode 92
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26:10

4 Executive Orders later… How are we? (#91)
Diana and Joy share how they are navigating their anxiety associated with the current political environment. Since the 47th President's inauguration there have been 4 Executive Orders focused on transgender people (youth especially). ...
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26:23

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

Post Election Reflections (#85)
Following the 2024 Presidential election, Diana and Joy reflect on the results and share insights about their families' personal reactions and responses upon learning that Trump will be president in 2025. The discussion includes a reflect...
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37:04

Why Your Vote Matters: Voting, Misinformation, and Protecting Our Families (#84)
In the lead-up to Election Day, Diana and Joy discuss the escalating impact of political misinformation—particularly surrounding transgender rights. With personal stories and clear-eyed insights, they explore the emotional toll of anti-trans rh...
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Season 1
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Episode 84
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25:33

Clark Speaks: Reflections on Transition and Identity (#83)
In this special episode of Transparently Speaking, we have a first-time guest: Clark. After sharing stories about him for so long, we are excited to present Clark's own voice as he opens up about his transition journey, his identity, a...
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Season 1
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Episode 83
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28:49

Navigating They/Them Pronouns (and family communication) (#82)
We're excited to invite Sophie back in Episode 82. Join Joy and Sophie in exploring parental roles and responsibilities in communicating preferred pronouns and navigating extended family understanding (in Alex’s case, in advance of a 1:1 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 82
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26:20

Cancelled for the Safety of Transgender/Nonbinary Children (#81)
In this episode, Joy and Diana discuss the unexpected cancellation of a conference for families with transgender and non-binary children. Five days before it was set to occur, the conference was called off for security reasons. The...
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Season 1
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Episode 81
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26:46

Values and boundaries (#80)
Diana shares a specific challenge she's facing as she discovers an organization she enjoys working with is not currently open to conversation around gender identity. Join us in Episode #80 as Diana and Joy explore how values drive boundar...
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Season 1
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Episode 80
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20:50
