Episode 207: ‘It’s Never Too Late’ (Billie Bertan)

What do Marilyn Monroe and Reinvention have in common? For our last episode of 2021, Trans Role Model Billie Bertan tells us how she came to love herself. How can a child who knew only knew hunger and homelessness become the poster child for rebirth? In this epic true tale, Billie encounters Marilyn, cinematic superstar Ondine, the iconic Andy Warhol, and finds her people among the illegal homosexuals of Central Park’s Vaseline Flats. But Billie was just getting started: she hitchhiked to San Francisco to Transition at 50, she’s now 38 years sober, she recently gave up smoking after 66 years, and this year - at the age of 80 - she lectured at Stanford.  Aunt Billie wants you know: Anything is possible, and Pleasure is your Birthright! #Trans #RememberWhoYouAre #CharmingPinkBow   Song: ‘Body and Mind‘ (Girl in Red) Episode links:   Uberlube: Uberlube is a luxurious, high-grade silicone lubricant made from clean, body-friendly ingredients; it’s just silicone with a little Vitamin E. 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You get to choose one item out of each of their six categories: Toys, Beauty Products, Lubes and Cleansers, Games, Sexy Accessories, and Lingerie.  Within each category, you have eight or more products you can choose from, so you can build an experience that’s customized to your specific desires. And What’s amazing is that the box only costs $69, and some of the vibrators alone retail for more than $69. So, the entire box of six gifts is a steal. Just go to Like A Kitten.com/Dixie (OR use code DIXIE) to get 20% off these incredible boxes   WORKSHOP: My first ‘How to Be Fascinating: Dixie’s Secret System for Brilliant Storytelling’ sold out -  so I’m offering a second HTBF workshop. It happens on 5 Monday evenings, starting January 17th. You can attend from wherever you are (it’s on Zoom) and Space is limited so register now at https://bit.ly/HowToBeFascinating2 Questions? Contact Dixie at [email protected]   PRIVATE COACHING: Want me all to yourself? I’m also offering Storytelling for Self-Discovery to help you customize your stories. Anxious about navigating what’s next? Are you writing a memoir, creating a podcast or working on brand storytelling for your business?  I can help you communicate with clarity - and I’d love to help you find and tell your story. Email me at [email protected] for more info.   LIVE SHOWS: Tickets are now on sale for Bawdy’s 15 Year Anniversary show on Saturday, February 26th, 2022. It’s a 2 show night, and the full evening wristband gets you into both shows (remember, each show is unique). It happens in San Francisco and here are the links:   Bawdy’s 15th Anniversary (7 PM) at https://bit.ly/Bawdy15Early   The Best of Bawdy (10 PM) at https://bit.ly/Bawdy15Late   Both links include the Full Evening Wristband option plus VIP tables, Reserved Seating and more.   My Patreon Special Offer has been Extended:  I’ve got a SPECIAL OFFER for new Patreon supporters! If you join at the $10/month or higher level right now, you’ll receive:    • A playlist of all of our previous livestream replays • Collectible limited edition Bawdy stickers • Your own golden access key to the Bawdy community  • A personal piece of custom art from Dixie All the inspiration you’ll need you to make 2022 the year that you make your own wildly adventurous dreams come true - but this special offer ends soon. Become a member of our Patreon community at https://www.patreon.com/Bawdy   You can also Support Bawdy by sending your one-time donation to: Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/bawdystorytelling Paypal: https://paypal.me/bawdystorytelling Buy Me a Coffee: http://buymeacoff.ee/bawdy CashApp: Cash.app/$DixieDeLaTour And THANK YOU for your generosity!   ProTip: Subscribe to the Bawdy Storytelling email list & you’ll be notified of all upcoming storytelling workshops, Livestreams, Podcasts, live shows and Special Events first at https://bawdystorytelling.com/subscribe   Bawdy Got Me Laid perfume, bawdy butter & more: Dixie has created her own fragrance: You’ll love #BawdyGotMeLaid perfume, scented with amber, ylang ylang, warm vanilla and golden honey. There’s also our (scented or unscented) creamy Bawdy Butter, Hair & Bawdy Oil, & more. Bawdy Merchandise means you can deliver your own great smelling Motorboats while supporting Dixie and Bawdy. Get yours today at https://bawdystorytelling.com/merchandise Cameo/Custom Dixie video: Need the perfect gift? Need some Applause Tiddies?  I’ve been having so much fun making customized videos, and they make such a great Holiday present. Send your friends and lovers a custom ‘Cameo’ video from Dixie (with or without applause tiddies), it’s a great way to send love from far away to a Bawdy fan… For just $69, you and I can have a short zoom call, you can tell me all about the recipient, and I’ll make a custom video from you for their special day. Find out more by emailing [email protected] #CustomVideo #Gift   Check out our Bawdy Storytelling Fiends and Fans group on Facebook - it’s a place to discuss the podcast’s stories with the storytellers, share thoughts with your fellow listeners, & help Dixie make the podcast even better. Just answer 3 simple questions and you’re IN! https://www.facebook.com/groups/360169851578316/ Thank you to the Team that makes this podcast possible! Team Bawdy is:   Podcast Producer: Marty Garcia Sound Engineer: David Grosof Archivist / Video: Joe Moore Bawdy Livestream pre-show video by Donal Mooney Storytelling support by Mosa Maxwell-Smith & Bawdy Creator & Podcast Host Dixie De La Tour & Thank you to Pleasure Podcasts. Bawdy Storytelling is proud to be part of your sex-positive podcast collective!