#32 Rosario | Vampire fiction, Japanese culture, society's perception of trans people vs reality

Rosario is an artist, writer, composer, and programmer of a visual novel series called Parfum Nostalgique.   EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, Rosario and I start off by chatting about her Asian studies degree and dissecting some racial stereotypes that are common in America.  We go on to chat about making dolls at home and how that's part of the inspiration for some of the visuals that are part of the Parfum Nostalgigue series.  Rosario was an open book and shared with me his experience with taking testosterone, getting top surgery, and so much more.  This was an extremely educational and fun conversation!   GO CHECK OUT ROSARIO Website: https://priro.pro/  Shop: https://priro.bigcartel.com/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/PriRoPro  Game: https://priro.pro/playparfumnostalgique    TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro 00:22 - Stereotypes,  Japanese culture, bullying, beauty/appearances 23:10 - Writing vampire fiction, making dolls 32:52 - Top surgery, hormones/testosterone, fashion, self perception, Japan 1:05:43 - Gender, society's perception of being trans, relationships 1:28:44 - Internet bots and marketing, corporate vs. passion 1:40:04 - Creating a game/video series, writing and art, character development, vampire fiction   PODCAST INFO Podcast Website: https://www.bangtwothree.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bangtwothree  Twitter: https://twitter.com/BangTwoThree  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BangTwoThree