Not Just Visible 🏳️‍⚧️ Becoming Known with Trans & Nonbinary Writer Blake Hunter

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we sit down with Blake Hunter (they/them), a non-binary journalist and writer in Boise, to talk about what it means to be visibly trans in Idaho. From writing the Hey Boise newsletter for City Cast Boise to founding a local literary press, Blake shares their journey of storytelling, activism, and survival. We dive into the importance of trans visibility, the power of being known beyond representation, and the burnout that comes from constant advocacy.Plus, we get real about navigating anger, finding joy in community, and what it means to take up space in a world that often wants us invisible. If you’re trans, questioning, or an ally looking to understand more about the realities of trans life in conservative spaces, this episode is for you.🎧 Listen now & subscribe! 📍 Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & Meeting Blake 05:12 Trans Journalism & Representation 12:45 The Power of Being Known vs. Just Visible 20:30 Burnout, Mental Health & Navigating Rest 30:15 Community, Connection & Taking Up Space 45:00 Final Thoughts & Resources🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on trans joy, activism, and community! Support the show💌 Join the conversation!Subscribe on YouTube for more episodes on trans joy, resilience, and advocacy: Follow us on TikTok & Instagram for more content and updates.Support our work and help us keep creating affirming spaces.Let’s celebrate trans joy and resilience together!#transjoyboise #transjoy #boise