Transparently Speaking

We're excited to invite Sophie back in Episode 82.  Join Joy and Sophie in exploring parental roles and responsibilities in communicating preferred pronouns and navigating extended family understanding (in Alex’s case, in advance of a 1:1 ten day trip with their Aunt, who doesn’t yet know Alex is nonbinary). Also, in this episode, Sophie names her (and our generation’s) challenge in having minimal visible adult nonbinary role models.  

Sophie also references a helpful book: A Quick & Easy Guide to They/Them Pronouns (Quick & Easy Guides), by Archie Bongiovanni and Tristan Jimerson.  NOTE: Joy has several pronoun misses in this episode (referring to Alex as ‘he/him’); It’s a journey for all of us!

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In this episode, Joy and Diana discuss the unexpected cancellation of a conference for families with transgender and non-binary children. Five days before it was set to occur, the conference was called off for security reasons. 

They explore the implications of this disruption, the emotional and physical safety concerns it raised, and the broader societal context impacting transgender support events. They also examine the personal experiences of their own families, the resilience of their children, and the ongoing importance of advocacy and community.

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Diana shares a specific challenge she's facing as she discovers an organization she enjoys working with is not currently open to conversation around gender identity.  Join us in Episode #80 as Diana and Joy explore how values drive boundaries and influence the ways in which we choose to engage.   

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Join Diana and Joy as they discuss the ongoing journey of supporting Samantha, a transgender athlete, in youth sports. This episode explores the importance of maintaining Samantha's privacy while ensuring her right to play. Hear their insights and correspondence with regional authorities to navigate these evolving policies.

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In Episode #78 we welcome a new voice and storyline to share another family's journey as they support their non-binary child.  Joy introduces her friend Sophie, whose child recently named their pronouns as "they/ them."   

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In this episode, Diana shares a recent incident involving Clark with an organization they previously had to educate to ensure Clark’s equal rights. This new interaction sheds light on the deeper impact last year's events had on Clark and reveals that his wounds are still far from healed. Tune in to learn more about their ongoing journey in advocacy.

If you want a reminder of the events of last year, listen to Episode 52 from July 1, 2023: Celebrations & Adventures in Advocating

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In Episode #76, Joy and Diana reflect on how gender identity (and nondisclosure of gender identity) has influenced their thinking about who, when and how their kids might spend an overnight with others.  Join us to hear a broader reflection on sexuality and how we navigate the topic for our cisgender kids, too!

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In this episode, Joy and Diana discuss how their approach to managing summer activities has evolved since their children first transitioned. They explore the challenges and strategies related to their children using gendered facilities, such as bathrooms and locker rooms, and share their experiences navigating summer camps. Additionally, they reflect on how their decisions regarding disclosure have shifted over time.

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Join us in episode #74 to kickoff and celebrate pride month!  Joy and Diana share another letter of hope and love,  dedicated to any and all who might benefit from being seen and supported.   

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In this episode, Diana and Joy continue their discussion from last time, focusing on the book about a transgender boy that was shared in Dinah's class. It's an episode you won't want to miss, full of laughter and hope. Diana also shares a letter she wrote to the parents, which is a valuable resource. Tune in to hear Diana and Joy talk about navigating this "big" reveal and the reactions it elicited.

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