Our Life In Transition

By Shannon McDill

A lively podcast about marriage, parenting, and gender. Hosts Shannon and Rachel explore the journey as an LGBT+ family and talk about all of the changes that life brings.... more

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The podcast currently has 55 episodes available.

Our Life In Transition episodes:

November 15, 2019 Visibility
Season 1 is a wrap! As we go on hiatus for the holidays we leave with this final episode right in the middle of Transgender Awareness week. In this episode we discuss the importance of visibility, how it has impacted us, and what hope we see for the future.
Thank you all for listening this season. Well See you in 2020!
If you enjoy the show please support us: www.patreon.com/olitpod
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Theme Song: "Seize The Day" by Jens Kiilstofte jens.kiilstofte.net
Additional Music: https://www.purple-planet.com/
Listen: anchor.fm/ourlifeintransition
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Links
Voter registration: https://www.rockthevote.org/voting-information/
Transgender Awareness Week: https://www.glaad.org/transweek
Violence Against the Transgender Community in 2019: https://www.hrc.org/resources/violence-against-the-transgender-community-in-2019
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47min
October 28, 2019 Fear
It’s almost Halloween. Living as a trans person can be scary. The world is not always welcoming and everyone has to navigate the hostilities they encounter. This week Shannon & Rachel discuss their fears surrounding, safety, health, and emotional wellbeing.
If you enjoy the show please support us: www.patreon.com/olitpod
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Theme Song: "Seize The Day" by Jens Kiilstofte jens.kiilstofte.net
Additional Music: https://www.purple-planet.com/
Listen: anchor.fm/ourlifeintransition
Do you have questions, comments, or topics you’d like us to cover?
Email us: [email protected]
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Links
Voter registration: https://www.rockthevote.org/voting-information/
Violence Against the Transgender Community in 2019: https://www.hrc.org/resources/violence-against-the-transgender-community-in-2019
...more
53min
October 14, 2019 HRT (or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Pickles)
Hormone Replacement Therapy is an intense process. This week Shannon and Rachel discuss all that has occurred since Shannon started HRT, including physical, mental, and emotional changes, plus an obsession with pickles.
If you enjoy the show please support us: www.patreon.com/olitpod
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Theme Song: "Seize The Day" by Jens Kiilstofte jens.kiilstofte.net
Additional Music: https://www.purple-planet.com/
Listen: anchor.fm/ourlifeintransition
Do you have questions, comments, or topics you’d like us to cover?
Email us: [email protected]
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Links
Voter registration: https://www.rockthevote.org/voting-information/
Shannon’s HRT YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfguH4AB8jI&list=PLFAiPWD4XE3kUmrIwqs1MxvUMDjnjIz4t
The Mazzoni Center: https://www.mazzonicenter.org/
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54min
September 27, 2019 Healthcare
The U.S. “healthcare” system is frustrating to say the least. Things get more complicated when you have a chronic illness or are lgbtq. This week Rachel & Shannon discuss their own health issues and fun times with insurance companies.

If you enjoy the show please support us: www.patreon.com/olitpod
Visit Our Website: www.olitpod.com
Theme Song: "Seize The Day" by Jens Kiilstofte jens.kiilstofte.net
Additional Music: https://www.purple-planet.com/
Listen: anchor.fm/ourlifeintransition

Do you have questions, comments, or topics you’d like us to cover?
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Links
Voter registration: https://www.rockthevote.org/voting-information/
Supreme Court Case:
https://www.out.com/news/2019/7/29/if-youre-lgbtq-and-dont-know-about-october-8th-pay-attention
https://www.instagram.com/p/B238o7XgoL4/
Patricia Arquette Emmy Speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6OXS7uVU0xA
Shannon’s Health Scare: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZffXit6-sc
GLAAD LGBTQ Presidential Forum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0k1rGd5oZA&t=1552s
CNN LGBTQ Presidential Town Hall: https://www.cnn.com/2019/09/05/politics/cnn-lgbtq-issues-town-hall/index.html
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40min
September 13, 2019 The Terrible Twos
God help them! Rachel and Shannon have a two year old. With an opinionated toddler trying to run their house, they discuss challenges with teaching, instituting schedules, discipline, and more.
If you enjoy the show please support us: www.patreon.com/olitpod
Visit Our Website: www.olitpod.com
Theme Song: "Seize The Day" by Jens Kiilstofte jens.kiilstofte.net
Additional Music: https://www.purple-planet.com/
Listen: anchor.fm/ourlifeintransition
Do you have questions, comments, or topics you’d like us to cover?
Email us: [email protected]
Come Find Us:
facebook.com/OLITPod
instagram.com/olitpod/
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...more
52min
August 30, 2019 Communication 101
Building a family takes time, patience and communication. One of the hallmarks of a well functioning family unit is that they communicate effectively. This week Rachel and Shannon discuss the challenges of communicating as a couple, how their upbringing influenced that, and how they're creating a new dynamic with their daughter.
If you enjoy the show please support us: www.patreon.com/olitpod
THANK YOU Melissa McDougall for being our first Patron.
Visit Our Website: www.olitpod.com
Theme Song: "Seize The Day" by Jens Kiilstofte jens.kiilstofte.net
Additional Music: https://www.purple-planet.com/
Listen: anchor.fm/ourlifeintransition
Do you have questions, comments, or topics you’d like us to cover?
Email us: [email protected]
Come Find Us:
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Links
Talk To Me Like I'm Someone You Love: https://www.nancydreyfus.com/home.html
Marriage Communication - 3 Common Mistakes and How To Fix Them: https://psychcentral.com/lib/marriage-communication-3-common-mistakes-and-how-to-fix-them/
10 Steps to Effective Couples Communication: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/lifetime-connections/201605/10-steps-effective-couples-communication
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58min
August 16, 2019 This Is America
America has a real problem with race. In the wake of the recent domestic terrorists attacks, Shannon and Rachel discuss racism and bigotry in America, how it manifests and how it has impacted their lives.
If you enjoy the show please support us: www.patreon.com/olitpod
Visit Our Website: www.olitpod.com
Theme Song: "Seize The Day" by Jens Kiilstofte jens.kiilstofte.net
Additional Music: https://www.purple-planet.com/
Listen: anchor.fm/ourlifeintransition
Do you have questions, comments, or topics you’d like us to cover?
Email us: [email protected]
Come Find Us:
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Links
Voter registration
Jordan Cofer
This Is Us
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46min
August 02, 2019 Building Community
On the heels of the Philadelphia Trans Wellness Conference, both Rachel and Shannon are amped to to more. In this episode they discuss the importance of community and ways to help build and support the community around you.

If you enjoy the show please support us: www.patreon.com/olitpod
Visit Our Website: www.olitpod.com
Theme Song: "Seize The Day" by Jens Kiilstofte jens.kiilstofte.net
Additional Music: https://www.purple-planet.com/
Listen: anchor.fm/ourlifeintransition
Do you have questions, comments, or topics you’d like us to cover?
Email us: [email protected]
Come Find Us:
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Discussed Links
Shannon's Vlog: https://youtu.be/zR4mO60p9X4
Ally workshop presenter: Kryss Shane, [email protected], ThisIsKryss.com
Voter registration: https://www.rockthevote.org/voting-information/
Running for office: https://runforsomething.net/

Sponsors
Distant Lands: Of Sand & The Men Who Died There
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52min
July 19, 2019 Self Care
Life can be stressful and it is difficult to find time to take care of yourself. This is complicated even more when you have a chronic illness. In this episode, Rachel and Shannon discuss the challenges of chronic physical illnesses, mental health, and the importance of self care.
If you enjoy the show please support us: www.patreon.com/olitpod
Visit Our Website: www.olitpod.com
Theme Song: "Seize The Day" by Jens Kiilstofte jens.kiilstofte.net
Additional Music: https://www.purple-planet.com/
Listen: anchor.fm/ourlifeintransition
Do you have questions, comments, or topics you’d like us to cover?
Email us: [email protected]
Come Find Us:
facebook.com/OLITPod
instagram.com/olitpod/
twitter.com/olitpodpod
Sponsors
Distant Lands: Of Sand & The Men Who Died There
Anchor
...more
38min
July 05, 2019 Two Moms & a Baby
Having a child radically changes your life. After 10 years of marriage and 18 as a couple, Rachel and Shannon finally had a baby. In this episode they discuss the challenges of wrangling an opinionated toddler, and the issues and fears inherent to raising a child within a family with a transgender parent.
LGBT Themed Books
21 Inspiring LGBTQ-Themed Children's Books
It Feels Good to Be Yourself: A Book About Gender Identity
If you enjoy the show please support us:
www.patreon.com/olitpod
Visit Our Website:
www.olitpod.com
Theme Song:
"Seize The Day" by Jens Kiilstofte
jens.kiilstofte.net
Listen:
anchor.fm/ourlifeintransition
Do you have questions, comments, or topics you’d like us to cover? Email us:
[email protected]
Come Find Us:
facebook.com/OLITPod
instagram.com/olitpod/
twitter.com/olitpodpod
...more
37min

FAQs about Our Life In Transition:

How many episodes does Our Life In Transition have?

The podcast currently has 55 episodes available.