107: Rosie is Often Misgendered and is the Word "Guys" Gender Neutral?

“Wait… Are You a Guy?”  Rosie got misgendered again. At karaoke. At Bunnings. Even in the bathroom. And this week, she’s finally talking about it. From dropping a wrench on her face (yes, really) to navigating the discomfort of being mistaken for a man, this episode dives into gender identity, expression, and what it means when strangers decide who you are—without asking. Roula brings personal reflections, linguistic observations, and a bit of French grammar. Rosie gets real about confidence, awkward moments, and whether she should start correcting people. This episode explores: Misgendering in everyday life The complicated relationship between clothing and identity Why older generations often default to male norms Whether it’s worth confronting strangers who get it wrong If you’ve ever been mistaken for someone you’re not or wrestled with what people see vs. who you are this one’s for you. Keywords misgendering, identity, gender, cultural perspectives, language, clothing, social interactions, curiosity, humor, personal experiences  Takeaways Accidents can lead to humorous conversations. Misgendering can be uncomfortable and confusing. Cultural perspectives shape our understanding of gender. Language evolves, and so do its interpretations. Clothing can significantly influence identity perception. Curiosity can help navigate social interactions. It's important to ask how people prefer to be addressed. Generational differences affect language use. Personal experiences shape our views on gender. Social norms can create unexpected reactions.   --------------------☕️ Buy us a coffee!🎙️ Send us a voice message🛍️ Buy some Rosie and Roula merch!--------------------⭐️ Leave us a review▶️ Follow us on Instagram and TikTok🎞️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel--------------------🎧 Check out Roula's podcast🎧 Check out Rosie's podcast