Living Out Loud with Laura

In this episode I talk about belonging and self reflection. I talk about how I had to do some deep self reflection to understand my own biases whether they be conscious or subconscious. So join me in trying to make this world a better place for all to enjoy. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I talk about the aftermath of the 2024 election results. I talk about how the election was more about morals than it was about politics. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with my friend Robin. We discuss her story and how we met. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Vick. She shares her thoughts and experiences with her first year as a Fierce Trans Woman. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Vick. She shares her thoughts and experiences with her first year as a Fierce Trans Woman. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Douglas Bell the author of Love Cake and Cakewalk. Douglas tackles not only transgender issues but a lot of LGBTQ+ issues from a privileged perspective. He includes the happenings of this modern day world and the struggles of the heart. Check out his books at https://www.douglasbellbooks.com/.Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Ashe about ableism. As usual we get into just about everything. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with my husband about women's rights and domestic violence. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with my friend Lisa. We talk about everything and anything. From becoming true allies to being given warning labels. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with my husband, Jon, and we share our story of being parents of kids on a competition dance team. We share why parents should always be wary of adults in power positions over your children. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Declan, a transgender man. We discuss his journey of figuring out who he is and taking that leap to be himself later in life. Declan came out as transgender at the age of 59 and explains his experience, worries, troubles, and accomplishments. Declan is part of "Where True Love Is". Please check out the resources and helpful information. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Julie about abortion. We discuss how being a Christian does not mean you are anti-abortion. We talk about how the far right are misusing the Bible to control women and their rights.Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Jen, a mother of a nonbinary teenager and an LGBTQIA+ activist. We talk about Jen's journey through learning her child is nonbinary and also talk about her fight for justice for the LGBTQIA+ community. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Lisa, a wife of a transgender woman. Lisa shares her story of being married to a transgender woman. She explains the steps she went through learning her spouse is transgender and the coming out process. There were many ups and downs through the years but Lisa and Vicki are now living their amazing life fully out and proud. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Holly a mother of a transgender son. We discuss Holly's journey with her son coming out as non-binary and later as transgender. We talk about all of the challenges and the celebrations that come with raising a transgender child. From worrying about them to seeing the transformation into a happy person after they are accepted and present how they truly see them selves. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Lisa about my health issues and the journey to find answers. I discuss how it can be tough to find the correct doctor and learn how to be an advocate for myself. Learn that PTSD from decades ago can reappear when the body is being stressed from other medical issues. I also talk about the difficulties of getting to see the correct doctors and the long wait to be seen at the Mayo Clinic.Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Denise about finding an affirming church. Denise talks about her experiences with different churches and how some of them "Holy Ghosted" her family after finding out her children are part of the LGBTQ+ community. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

We are back after a short break and in this episode I chat with Julie, a Catholic from Texas, who is on a mission to help Catholics become Allies in Action.  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Amber again. This will be the last episode for season 1. I will be taking a break while I tend to my own medical issues. Be back soon. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with a friend from Uganda who is a gay man having to seek asylum in Kenya. He and I discuss his family's reaction to being gay and the persecution he endures. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Marci, a transgender woman. We discuss Marci's her life from being bullied when she was a young child and how being gay used to be illegal. Marci discusses how gender identity is not related sexual preference. We find out that we were both at the Florida board of medicine to fight for transgender rights. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I was live on YouTube with Vicki to discuss how stories matter and voices matter. Join me on this crossover episode as I share my journey on my deconstruction from "Karening" on Living Out Loud Live with Laura and Vicki, unfiltered and unedited. Please check out our live show every Wednesday at 8 pm on YouTube or Facebook Live.  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Jon, my amazing husband. Jon joins me to discuss my health issues and the journey into being allies for the LGBTQIA+ community. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Skylar and David. Skylar is the director and coproducer of an accessible drag show, Thrive. David is a coproducer of Thrive and runs Punk Rock Makeup Studios where they create special effects and decorations for the shows. Among the many things we discuss we dive into the need to ensure events are accessible to all.Thrive Facebook PageThrive.ds Instagram PagePunk Rock Makeup StudioCheck out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Dani, a lesbian travel agent with 2 children. Dani shares her journey and concerns with being a lesbian of 2 children living in Florida. Dani runs a Facebook group that assists with finding safe places for  LGBTQIA+ families to travel. LGBTQ Travel Advice Facebook GroupCheck out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Erika, "just a girl doing her best." We talk about the many issues going on in the state of Florida as Erika shares her story with us. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Suzanne and Declan. Suzanne is the author of The Language of Bodies and and creator of Queer Affirming Devotionals - WhereTrue Love is.  She is also the author of Reaching for Hope, the Where True Love Is devotional series, Jamie the Germ Slayer, and the Rumplepimple adventures for kids. Declan is active in creating a community for transgender people. This couple is amazing and help the LGBTQIA+ community.Visit the following sites to learn more about this great couple. Where True Love IsThe Language of BodiesCheck out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Amber, a strong trans lesbian shares her journey into discovering who she is and who she wants to be. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Candi, born and raised in Alabama, Candi was dared to try drag. We talk about how her first drag performance was her favorite. Our conversation gets into the LGBTQIA+ community, "Alphabet Mafia," needs to come together to help each other through these tough times of their rights being attacked. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Amy, a transgender woman 14-months into her transitioning at 48 years old. Amy puts it all out there, her struggles through life from addiction and self medicating to making money for sex to learning her true self. We talk about her struggles with running her business after transitioning. Amy’s story is tough. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Kry, a non-binary, LGBTQIA+ educator and life coach. We talk about everything and anything of being the rainbow mafia. From Furry Personas to Polyamory to Gender Affirming Surgeries to Importance of Good Support Systems. Prepare to laugh, cry, and learn. Kry (pronounced Kree) can be reached for assistance related to any LGBTQIA+ issues at [email protected] Furry ConventionCheck out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Julie, a Catholic from Texas, who is on a mission to help Catholics become Allies in Action. Julie's heart and should is for the Hispanic Catholic LGBTQIA+ community due to what often happens when they come out gay in the Catholic Church. "It can destroy the family when their child comes out gay because being Catholic and Hispanic are inseparable in many cases." Join us as we discuss how being an LGBTQIA+ ally is life-giving. Check out my Ally in Action merchandiseLiving Out Loud with LauraCheck out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Vicki, a trans femme lesbian. Vicki shares her life experiences of finding her true self. Our chat heads down many paths from depression, suicidal thoughts, to relief and happiness after "hatching." Vicki is amazing with so many great life experiences to share. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with Nicky a loud proud lesbian Drag King. Our conversation ranges from coming out to her Hispanic family to how she met her wife to the many different types of drag performances. We delve into the absurdity of drag performers try to groom children and how we grew up seeing many famous performers acting in drag. You will not want to miss this episode. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with LaNeil who was  raised in a conservative southern military family. LaNeil discusses her and her family’s journey of accepting her child as transgender. We also talk about the struggles of being a Christian with a transgender son. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode I chat with my friend Michelle. Michelle works for the Florida school system and shares her experiences with helping guide children through the recent changes in the education system and the impact it has on LGBTQ+ kids. We also chat about how the different generations handled the news of my youngest child coming out as transgender. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

In this episode my friend April joins me to chat about many aspects of our lives. April and I have been friends for more than 10 years. She is a mom of 4 children and full time student all while juggling working full time. This episode touches many different societal issues that we are facing. Topics range from our different experiences with churches to sexual abuse. Finally touching on how to be better allies for all. If you would like to chat with me about your experiences or ask me questions about my journey please email me. [email protected] Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

Bob Marley gave us this great advice, "Get up, stand up, Stand up for your rights. Get up, stand up, Don't give up the fight." In this episode I talk about bullying. Bullying comes in many forms. As a parent of a transgender child, bullying is a very scary fact of life. State Governments are actively bullying the transgender community and I will stand up for our transgender friends and family. I share the tips I learned on how to deal with the uncomfortable situations of dealing with either bullying or bigotry. Stop BullyingMama Bear Documentary Human Rights CampaignGay CenterNational Center for Transgender EqualityTransgender Training InstituteGLSENThe Trevor ProjectSAGEFree Mom HugsCheck out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

Equality is about ensuring that every individual has an equal opportunity to make the most of their lives and talents. In this episode I talk about how equality is for everyone. The state and federal government is actively trying to remove the rights of  transgender people, parents of transgender children, and drag show performers. We must stand up and stop the attack on their rights.Republicans push more measures targeting transgender peopleHistoric surge in bills targeting transgender rights pass at record speedMissouri AG issues emergency order restricting gender affirming careLGBTQ Health Care Rights and Resources School is a ‘nightmare’ for trans and nonbinary kids. Here’s why.New Ways MinistryOutreach - An LBGTQ Catholic ResourcePatheos - The world's homepage for all religionHuman Rights CampaignFree Mom HugsCheck out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

An advocate is someone who supports or promotes the interests of a cause or group. Sometimes you need to be an advocate for yourself also. In this episode I talk about my health issues and how I needed to be my own advocate. I also talk about being an advocate for those that need people to stand up for their rights. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

Every big event in your life will invoke a range of feelings. One of the toughest feelings to deal with can be isolation. In this episode I share my story and emotions when my child came out as transgender to help others know they are not alone.Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

Life is filled with ups and downs. Sometimes we need support and other times we are the support. In this episode I will discuss a few of the support systems I had, used and lost. Online-Therapy.com988Lifeline.orgTalkSpace.comCheck out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

There are many surprises you will encounter as a parent. But I was not prepared when my child told me and my husband they were transgender. In this episode I will discuss learning my child identified as trans female.  Helpful Support GroupsTheTrevorProject.orgALA.orgPFlag.orgFreeMomHugs.org Sara Cunningham Mama Bears Liz Dyer Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.

Welcome to Living Out Loud with Laura. The Podcast will take you through finding myself and learning to live with chronic illnesses, depression, and being a loud proud ally for my LGBTQ+ children. This episode is an introduction to my story which I hope will help others know they are not alone in their journey. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here.