Episode 181: Checking in with Dean Spade

Tuck & Ozzy catch up with organizer and author Dean Spade (he/him). Topics include:  Tools for moving through jealousy, handling in-group conflict, and supporting someone during a breakup Why symbolic arrests aren't currently an effective political strategy  Why mutual aid is most important when we feel scared, avoidant or isolated Plus: "Better" titles for Dean's book, promiscuous friendship, and what you should do about that gender marker on your ID…  This Week in Gender: we peek into the 2024 Gender Census results  Submit a piece of Theymail: Today's messages were from Fiona Palmer and The Dugout: a Black anarchist podcast. Tickets for our Gender Ordeal live shows in DC, San Francisco, and Seattle are on sale now (and going fast)! Find Dean at deanspade.net and linktr.ee/deanspade. Preorder Love in a Fucked-Up World via Bluestockings for 15% off (with code F*CKED, or listen to an hour of the audiobook for free. Dean's book tour dates are listed here. ~~ Join our Patreon to access our monthly bonus episodes and weekly newsletter. Find transcripts at genderpodcast.com. We're also on Instagram @gendereveal. Senior Producer: Ozzy Llinas Goodman Logo: Ira M. LeighMusic: Breakmaster CylinderAdditional Music: "Kovir Straight" & "Gin Boheme" by Blue Dot Sessions Sponsors: DeleteMe (code: TUCK20) & Queer Candle Co (promo code: GENDER10)