So many trans folks, especially early in transition, are obsessed with “passing”: posting pics on social media, asking for others opinions, reading blogs on behavior, dress, and actions. Often this status is seen as important not only for safety but also so that the outside world sees you as who you truly are.
But how does “passing” negatively affect our community? Tonight join me and guest co-host Jaan Williams as we break down the definition of the word and the concept of “passing” and Passing Privilege.
Outing Post-Transition
Last week, ESPN’s Grantland ran an article about trans golf-club inventor Essay Anne Vanderbilt (Dr. V). The lengthy article used her trans identity to sensationalize the story; and, Dr. V committed suicide in the midst of the writer researching the story.
Tonight on The Strong Stance, Melvin Whitehead will join me as we reflect on how we feel about ESPN’s handling (or lack of) on the situation. We’re also going to talk about outing/disclosure and transphobia.
Yes, the gloves are off, emotions are checked at the door; and, we’ve got the labels on the table. We’re taking The Strong Stance. …
Trans Resources in the DC Area
In this episode of The Strong Stance, we are going to talk about how to access Trans Resources in the DC area. Joining us on air will be TransLAW: Trans Legal Advocates of Washington, Whitman-Walker Health, and HIPS – Helping Individual Prostitutes Survive.
Guests:
Lisa Mottet – TransLAW
Thomas Coughlin – Whitman Walker Health
Cyndee Clay – HIPS
Legislating Trans
On November 7th, the Senate voted 64-32 to extend the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) and include workplace protections to the LGBT community. What does this really mean? Tune in as I speak to Andy Bowen, Policy Advocate at the National Center for Transgender Equality, about the legislative landscape for the transgender community.
Privilege In All Its (Trans)Formations
On the inaugural episode of The Strong Stance, Annise Mabry, Executive Producer of the Back2Us Radio Network, joins me to tackle the topic of Privilege In All Its (Trans)Formations. What does privilege look like as it relates to gender, race, and even privilege within the trans community? You don’t want to miss this discussion.