The Reconstructed Man

In this Pride Month episode, Layne goes one-on-one with LGBTQ+ Advocate and fierce Trans Ally Micah Porter. After spending much of his life in the closet and in conservative circles, Micah shares how difficult it was coming out and finding himself. Now, 10 years later, his work with LGBTQ+ youth in sports is changing lives!

Learn more about Micah at micahporter.com - catch up on the first episode at thereconstructedman.com!

The Season 2 Premiere of The Reconstructed Man Podcast! Layne talks about current events including the anti-Trans legislation sweeping the nation and shares what Pride means to him!

Season 2 also features amazing guests every other episode including Micah Porter, LGBTQ+ Advocate, Damien Lopez, Author of I Am a Prince Book and award-winning journalist Dawn Ennis.

Learn more about The Reconstructed Man podcast at www.thereconstructedman.com. Email your questions and comments to: [email protected]!

Layne and Daniel discuss some of the most important lessons they learned about being Trans. Despite having vastly different experiences, the hosts reveal something unexpected about their choices.

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Layne and Daniel share their personal experiences dating, coupling and honoring their trans identies with others. How to approach difficult conversations, when is the right time to disclose your gender identity, and the joys of trans relationships are all discussed.

Trans Dating Resources

• LET'S GET REAL: A Question And Answer Guide for Dating Trans Folks
• Tinder #AllTypesAllSwipes
• Living and Dating as a Trans Man (video)

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In this new, monthly segment called Q&A, Layne and Daniel take 30 minutes to answer as many questions as they can about trans-related issues.

If you have a question you would like Layne and Daniel to answer, connect by email at [email protected] or find them on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. You can also learn more by visiting The Reconstrcuted Man website.

This month’s questions:

1. Has anyone been so dysphoric that you don’t think you can handle it?

2. How do you feel about being referred to as “a Trans” or “a Transgender”?

3. If you could change one thing about being Trans, what would it be?

4. Is anyone else at that point where they realize it doesn’t matter what other people think “manly” or “masculine” should be?

5. Scenario Question: I'm trying to figure out how to come out to my mom. She said some pretty transphobic stuff when a friend of mine came out, but that was 10 years ago and it seems like her views have changed. (Another friend came out and she was happy for her, used correct pronouns etc). Does anyone have any advice? Or some kind words?

Layne and Daniel share their many 'coming out' stories which include hilarious, beautiful and painful moments and the lessons they have learned from them. For the LGBTQ+ community, coming out is a life-long process, presenting infinite opportunities to evolve and may even become an unusual kind of art form.

Resources:

• Know Your Rights - Center for Transgender Equality
• Coming Out: A Handbook for LGBTQ Young People - The Trevor Project
• Coming Out: A resource for LGBTQ Students - GLSEN
• Coming Out Resources - Human Rights Campaign
• Coming Out Resources - Matthew Shepard Foundation
• Coming Out Resources - PFLAG
• Be Yourself

Looking for some exceptional films that capture the Trangender experience in an authentically documented way? Layne and Daniel discuss two of their favorite films and why these are critical examples of uplifting the Trans community.

Disclosure (2020): An in-depth look at Hollywood's depiction of transgender people and the impact of those stories on transgender lives and American culture. Available on Netflix. Click to watch the Disclosure trailer

Transformer (2017): In the summer of 2015, former US Marine and world record weightlifter Matt "Kroc" Kroczaleski was publicly outed as being transgender. Transformer is a 2017 Canadian documentary film directed by Michael Del Monte, featuring competitive bodybuilder Janae Kroc coping with both the physical and social processes of gender transition after coming out as a trans woman. Available on Amazon Prime, Apple TV and Netflix Click to watch Transformer Trailer

Hormone therapy is a powerful gender-affirming experience for Transgender people and the transformation we undergo is truly life-changing. It is important to be aware of the potential changes that may occur, both good and bad, so we can respond to our transition in the best way possible. Layne and Daniel walk you through, The Reconstructed Man’s Guide to Taking Testosterone to help others prepare and plan for their own journeys on T. 

The Reconstructed Man's Guide to Taking Testosterone

Health Insurance Resources:

National Center for Transgender Equality - Health Coverage Guide

Online Trans/Queer Healthcare Providers:

Plume: https://getplume.co

Folx Health: https://folxhealth.com

Puberty… a most awkward and uncomfortable time for everyone. But for Trans kids, puberty is particularly painful and can be downright devastating. In this episode, Layne and Daniel get real, vulnerable and humorous (because... you have to) about things like chest binding, menstruation, dating and finding your outlets and support community. Get ready to get uncomfortable.    

GLSEN is an invaluable support network for LGBTQ+ K-12 students and schools. Be sure to check out their awesome Back To School Tips.  

Experiencing anxiety, depression or having suicidal thoughts? Reach out to The Trevor Project to talk to someone immediately. Available by phone, text, and chat (Text START to 678-678).

PFLAG is a great support for families, friends and other allies.

GLAAD works primarily through entertainment, news and digital media. They also provide an extensive collection fo resources and publications.

Places to check out for Trans* products: 

gc2b Transitional Apparel

Transguy Supply

FTM Essentials

Chest Binding Tips

In this powerful episode, Layne’s dad and sister talk about what it’s been like to negotiate Layne’s very public transition, how they feel about having a Trans child and sibling, and how their family’s philosophy to lead with love gets them through even the most challenging moments.

Watch the filmed podcast here

www.thereconstructedman.com

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ABOUT THE PODCAST:

Welcome to The ReConstructed Man, a filmed podcast exploring Trans issues—and more—from a Trans Masculine perspective, hosted by Layne Ingram & Daniel Thurman. Through real, emotional, and hilarious conversations, Layne & Daniel share their personal stories, interview guests and go deep into the often missed, often purposefully ignored stories of the transgender and trans adjacent community. 

We welcome anyone—Cis, Trans and everyone in between—who is interested in important conversations around our ever evolving and fascinating world of gender identity and ways in which we can contribute to a ReConstructed and more inclusive society. 

This project was born out of a desire to amplify the visibility of the FTM Trans experience, engage an active community of allies, and to embrace and uplift our beautiful Trans* community. Please share with anyone you know who may benefit from this work.

ABOUT DANIEL:

Daniel is a Transgender man, former high school and college drop out, healthy survivor of childhood trauma and life-long poet who is today, an educator, college administrator, social justice activist, inspiring public speaker, and now host of The ReConstructed Man Podcast. 

He started his transition in the early 1990s, well before Transgender identity was well known and support services existed. Yet, his understanding of who he knew himself to be originated very early in his life. Lacking familial and community support or awareness, Daniel found his way through some very dark times and has since dedicated his life to positively model and represent the Trans Masculine experience.

ABOUT LAYNE:

Layne Ingram is an out-and-proud Transgender man with a passion for raising awareness of and supporting the Trans community, specifically youth and teens. He is a strong advocate for people being exactly who they are and living their lives as authentically as they can. 

He graduated from the University of Michigan in 2002 with his bachelor's in communications after a standout, four-year career on the women's basketball team. He was then drafted to the WNBA's Sacramento Monarchs. Over the course of his professional career, Layne has worked in the non-profit, professional sports and higher-education sectors and is also an accomplished public speaker and national presenter.  

Layne made the decision to transition in 2016 and hasn't looked back since.   

​Connect with him!

Twitter: @The_Right_Layne

Read his blog: therightlayne.blog