Love Within the Transition

What is intimacy? In this episode of Love Within the Transition, we define intimacy and explore how it has evolved for us, especially before and after Shawn’s medical transition. We discuss the importance of communication in relationships, and the impact of gender roles on intimate connections. We highlight the importance of connection, support, and understanding in navigating intimacy changes, and note that intimacy extends beyond the physical to include emotional and psychological support.

We talk:

02:00 - Defining intimacy: beyond physicality

15:41 - First encounters: the beginning of intimacy for us

20:01 - The impact of Shawn’s medical transition 

35:04 - The essence of connection and intimacy

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On July 6th, 2026, we had to say goodbye to our beloved fur baby, Mister. So we wanted to take a moment to honor him and speak about how much he meant to us. Because the truth is, we would not be here without him. And, in this heartfelt episode of Love Within the Transition, we reflect on his profound impact on our relationship. We share the story of how Mister came into our lives, the challenges of co-parenting after our separation, and how our shared love for Mister kept our communication alive and ultimately brought us closer together. 

We talk:

2:58 - The story of Mister's arrival

10:48 - Navigating co-parenting with Mister

22:43 - Navigating health challenges and communication

26:05 - Grieving the loss of a beloved pet

40:06 - Tribute to Mister: A reflection on love and loss

Episode References:

Ep. 1 - How We Built a Strong Foundation of Love

The Color Purple (1985)

Imitation of Life (1959)

Three Men and a Baby (1987)

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In this episode of Love Within the Transition, we delve into Shawn’s journey as a Black Trans man. We explore his mindset and the events that led to his medical transition, their impact on family dynamics, and the evolution of our relationship. And, we emphasize the need for understanding and support from loved ones, as well as the significance of individual identity in the context of a partner's transition.

We talk:

3:01 - The beginning of Shawn’s transition

6:37 - Navigating family conversations

11:45 - The impact of transition on relationships

19:00 - Identity evolution and self-discovery

32:30 - Advice for partners of trans folks

Episode References:

Phase 10

Dominoes

Ep. 1 - How We Built a Strong Foundation of Love

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In this very first episode of Love Within the Transition, we share our unique love story, detailing how we met in a library, our first date traveling to and from a wedding in Vegas, and the challenges of blending our relationship with parenthood. We emphasize the importance of communication, chemistry, and open conversation. And, we discuss how a strong foundation of love can help relationships endure challenges. The conversation also highlights the significance of humor in our relationship, as we share funny stories that illustrate our bond.

We talk:

10:04 - The first date: chemistry and connection

23:57 - Navigating parenthood and relationships

37:42 - Coming out and family acceptance

49:30 - Creating a platform for honest dialogue

58:27 - Reflecting on humorous moments 

Episode References:

When Harry Met Sally (1989)

Toni Braxton - Just Be A Man About It (Official Video)

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