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Send us Fan MailIn this raw and unfiltered episode of Talking T-ea, Juelz opens up about going viral overnight after attending a Cardi B concert—and the harsh reality that followed.What started as a joyful moment turned into a flood of online hate, judgment, and cruelty from strangers who knew nothing about her story.Joined by special guest Elizabeth, Juelz dives into:The psychology behind online hate and mob mentalityHow social media can distort reality and identityThe emotional impact of being publicly criticizedTools for protecting your peace and self-worthReclaiming your voice, your truth, and your powerThis episode is for anyone who has ever been judged, misunderstood, or reduced to a moment.Because you are more than what people say about you.💛 Reminder: Viral does not equal valid.Support the show

Send us Fan MailReinvention isn’t always loud. Sometimes it’s the quiet decision to finally choose yourself.In this episode of Talking T-ea, Juelz sits down with Stef Vachon — a queer former competitive and professional figure skater who walked away from the ice in shame and later returned with pride, authenticity, and self-acceptance at the center.Together, they unpack what hiding looks like, how performance culture impacts identity, and why confidence doesn’t expire with age. Stef shares powerful reflections on grief, discipline, queer visibility, and rebuilding self-respect in midlife — plus a gentle framework that helped move from shame to self-love.If you’ve ever thought, “It’s too late for me,” this conversation is your reminder: healing has no timeline.Connect with Stef: https://www.instagram.com/togethermovingforwardpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/stef_vachon/https://www.instagram.com/stefvachonspeaker/Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Talking T-ea, I slow the conversation down.Trans people are discussed everywhere — in legislation, in comment sections, on news panels — but rarely are we spoken with. This episode is an invitation to shift that. Not to argue existence. Not to demand agreement. But to humanize what too often gets reduced to headlines and political talking points.I speak about the harm of erasure — how invisibility shows up in laws, language, media narratives, and everyday interactions. I unpack how misgendering, policy debates, and public fear don’t just live in theory — they land on real bodies and nervous systems.We explore the truth that fear grows in distance, and empathy grows in proximity.I also highlight trans figures throughout history — Alan L. Hart, Dr. James Barry, Lucy Hicks Anderson, Sylvia Rivera — reminding us that trans people are not new, not a trend, not an experiment. We have always been here. History just keeps forgetting us.Most importantly, I speak from lived experience — not as a statistic, not as a concept — but as a trans woman navigating a world that often debates her humanity before understanding it.Trans rights are not special rights. They are human rights.This episode is about dignity. It’s about visibility. It’s about what changes when we stop talking about people — and start talking with them.If this conversation resonates with you, share it. Start a dialogue. Sit across from someone different than you. Listening changes things.— Juelz Nevarez Host of Talking T-eaSupport the show

Send us Fan MailSeason 3 of Talking T-ea begins with a grounded conversation about new beginnings — without the pressure to become someone else overnight. In this episode, Juelz Nevarez reflects on New Year’s resolutions, sustainable habits, evolving relationships, and the difference between extremes and structure. This isn’t about perfection or reinvention; it’s about intention, consistency, and choosing a better year one honest step at a time.Juelz also opens the door to deeper community connection. If you have a story, reflection, or lived experience you’d like to share on a future episode, you’re invited to email [email protected]. Selected listener submissions may be featured on the show.Thank you to everyone who continues to listen, support, and grow alongside Talking T-ea. If this episode resonated with you, please consider sharing it with someone who may need it — your support helps this conversation reach further.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this Season 2 finale of Talking T-ea, Juelz Nevarez honors Trans Day of Remembrance, a day dedicated to remembering transgender and gender-diverse people whose lives were lost to anti-trans violence and systemic neglect.This episode holds space for grief, truth, and reflection — naming the realities of transphobia, the disproportionate violence faced by Black and Brown trans women, and the emotional weight carried by those who remain. Juelz speaks to the importance of saying their names, honoring their lives with dignity, and moving beyond mourning into action.We remember because their lives mattered. We continue because ours do, too.Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode of Talking T-ea features a conversation with Dr. Susan Stryker, award-winning scholar, filmmaker, and leading voice in transgender history and studies. Dr. Stryker’s work has shaped the academic and cultural understanding of trans lives for over three decades, including her groundbreaking documentary Screaming Queens and her pivotal book Transgender History.Our discussion explores themes of gender, resilience, storytelling, and the urgency of preserving queer and trans history. The insights shared in this episode reflect Dr. Stryker’s personal scholarship and experience. Any opinions expressed by the guest are her own and do not necessarily represent the official views of Talking T-ea or its affiliates.This conversation is intended for educational and community-building purposes and may reference sensitive topics related to identity, trauma, and lived experience. Listener discretion is advised.Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This episode of Talking T-ea, titled “Beyond Their Fear: Why Trans People Don’t Need ‘Special Rules’—They Need Respect,” responds to a real social media interaction in which a transgender person’s rights were publicly dismissed. The content integrates historical, cultural, and psychological perspectives on gender diversity while addressing the harm caused by stereotyping and discriminatory rhetoric. References to Indigenous gender traditions, global gender-diverse identities, and statements from the American Psychological Association (APA, 2021) are included to ground the discussion in credible scholarship and mental-health research. The episode aims to promote visibility, resilience, and community education while advocating for empathy and equal rights for transgender individuals. 📚 Reference American Psychological Association. (2021). Answers to Your Questions About Transgender People, Gender Identity, and Gender Expression.https://www.apa.org/topics/lgbtq/transgender Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis episode centers on faith, identity, and advocacy — how one woman’s courage to create space for LGBTQ+ Orthodox Jews sparked healing in communities that once refused to see them. Through Miryam’s story, you’ll explore: The intersection of religion and sexuality The emotional and spiritual costs of silence The power of allyship and representation And ultimately — the hope of belonging without abandoning faith  🧭 Talking T-ea Mission Connection Talking T-ea Value  | Episode Expression Sharing  | Miryam shares her personal and professional journey, amplifying untold voices. Reflecting  | Juelz and Miryam discuss how spirituality, sexuality, and service intertwine. Connecting  | The episode connects faith-based and queer communities through empathy. Hope  | Together, highlight healing, love, and a vision for inclusive faith. (https://www.eshelonline.org/) Support the show

Send us Fan Mail“Today’s episode is close to my heart — a reflection shared in honor of National Coming Out Day. Coming out isn’t just a moment; it’s a lifelong journey of returning home to ourselves. For some, it’s loud and proud; for others, it’s quiet and sacred. Wherever you are on that path, your truth deserves safety, celebration, and love.When I say coming out, I also mean coming home — back to that inner voice that was never wrong about who we are. In a world that often shouts over us, finding peace in our own truth is an act of courage.To everyone listening — whether you’re out, questioning, stealth, or simply existing authentically in your own way — this episode is for you. Let’s sip our tea, share our stories, and keep creating spaces where we can all belong.” The Center on Colfax in Denver — one of Colorado’s largest LGBTQ+ community centers, offering everything from youth programs to legal clinics to trans resources. If you’re listening and need a place to connect, that’s a great spot to start. Nationally, a huge shout-out to:  • The Trevor Project — for providing 24/7 crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth. You can reach them at thetrevorproject.org or by calling 988, then press 3. • GLAAD — for fighting every day to make sure our stories are told accurately and with pride in the media. • Trans Lifeline — a peer-run hotline offering emotional and financial support for trans people. Their number is 877-565-8860. • And PFLAG, the nation’s largest family and ally organization, helping parents and loved ones learn how to support the LGBTQ+ people in their lives. Support the show

Send us Fan MailRecovery Isn’t Linear — Relapse doesn’t mean failure; it means you’re still fighting for your life and learning new tools. (National Institute on Drug Abuse, 2020)Community Heals — Sponsorship and service in recovery create accountability, purpose, and belonging. (Narcotics Anonymous World Services, 2016)Living with HIV Today — With treatment and U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable), people with HIV live full, healthy, stigma-free lives. (CDC, 2023)Authenticity Is Power — Accepting yourself as a trans woman and living openly brings healing, confidence, and peace. (American Psychological Association, 2021)[email protected] send any request for interview and share your story struggles and progress and hopSupport the show

Send us Fan Mail*"This episode is about more than bathrooms or locker rooms—it’s about belonging. For too long, fear has dictated who is allowed to enter certain spaces, whose bodies are seen as valid, and what makes a woman ‘real.’ But when we peel back that fear, we discover something deeper: inclusion creates safety.By sharing my own locker room experiences, I want to name the truth that trans women, trans men, and nonbinary people aren’t a threat in these spaces—we’re simply people who want to change clothes, use the bathroom, and feel at home in our bodies like everyone else.Bathrooms and locker rooms don’t have to be battlegrounds. They can be spaces of trust, dignity, and respect. And when we center belonging over fear, we make space for all of us to breathe easier."*Research finds gender-identity protections do not increase bathroom/locker-room crimes; violations remain exceedingly rare. (Williams Institute) 2025 synthesis: allowing trans people to use facilities matching their identity does not increase risk to others; restricting access harms trans people. (Williams Institute) 2024 Trevor Project survey: 46% of trans/nonbinary youth seriously considered suicide in the past year. (The Trevor Project) U.S. Transgender Survey (2022, early insights): 22% reported being harassed/assaulted/denied service when IDs didn’t match presentation—illustrating real-world stakes of “policing” access. (A4TE) Examples of the rhetoric you’re responding to (for context): major outlets document repeated claims portraying trans recognition as dangerous or “contagion.” (Los Angeles Times)  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail"In this episode of Talking T-ea, we explore the disappearance of Kaysey through the eyes of her best friend Anna. This story is about more than loss—it’s about recovery, resilience, and holding on to hope. If you or someone you know is searching for a missing loved one, or if you have information about a missing person, here are resources where you can seek help or provide tips."📞 Resources for Missing Persons CasesNational Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) Phone: 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) Website: www.missingkids.orgNational Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) Website: www.namus.govNational Runaway Safeline (for youth who are missing/runaway) Phone: 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929) Website: www.1800runaway.orgNational Crime Information Center (NCIC) Contact through local law enforcement agencies to enter missing person reports.Polaris Project – Human Trafficking Hotline Phone: 1-888-373-7888 or text “BEFREE” (233733) Website: humantraffickinghotline.orgLocal Police / Sheriff’s Department Always report immediately to local law enforcement—there’s no waiting period to file a missing person reportSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Juelz reflects n the topic of feeling joy and happiness and all connections to living inside a trans body.Support the show

Send us Fan Mailin this raw and unfiltered episode, Juelz breaks open the silence around shame, guilt, addiction, HIV, and survival. From living as a trans woman doing sex work. From undiagnosed to positive to reclaiming her story through recovery and healing, this is a conversation about facing the harm--without letting it define you. If you ever felt stuck in a shame spiral, this one's for you.Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe door of the church closed on me—but God’s heart didn’t. This episode speaks to the sacred truth that love is louder than rejection, and faith is bigger than fear.Support the show

Send us Fan Mail"Talking T-ea: Healing Out Loud — Resilience, Recovery, and Representation in Queer Spaces"📝 Footnote:In this episode of Talking T-ea, we share the weight of identity and explore what recovery means for queer individuals navigating trauma, barriers, and the journey to healing. Together, we reflect on coping, representation, and finding hope in community.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this powerful and personal episode of Talking T-ea, host Juelz sits down with Hän — a transgender man who shares his journey of transitioning from female to male, navigating gender identity, addiction, recovery, and the resilience it took to rebuild his life.Hän opens up about:His thoughts on gender reassignment and medical transitionThe emotional and physical challenges of living authenticallyStruggles with addiction and the path to sobrietyThe courage it took to start his own business as a trans entrepreneurHow community, recovery, and purpose helped him reclaim his powerThis episode is a raw and real look into the complexities of identity, healing, and self-determination. It’s for anyone who's ever felt like they had to fight to be theselves.Support the show

Send us Fan MailJuelz's powerful story of truth, transformation, and telling it like it is.This episode of Talking T-ea spills the truth and the triumph — as Juelz opens up about living her truth as a transgender woman, her HIV diagnosis, and the courage it takes to come out all over again in recovery, to family, and in love. 💬 We talk resilience, disclosure, and the real tea on reclaiming your story — unapologetically.Follow, subscribe, and share your thoughts using #TalkingTeaPodcast and #TwiceTransitioned 💛 Hosted by JuelzSupport the show

Send us Fan MailAbout this episode: In this heartfelt conversation, Talking T-ea welcomes the introspective and outspoken artist Code VII. We explore how his music channels his emotional landscape around transgender issues, allyship, and his personal journey of support within the LGBTQ+IA community. Through honesty, art, and shared experience, Code VII opens up about what it means to stand in solidarity — not just in words, but in rhythm and action.Trigger Warning: This episode includes personal reflections on gender identity, discrimination, and emotional trauma. Please listen with care.Connect with us: Follow Talking T-ea for more raw, respectful, and real conversations. 🎧 Available wherever you stream podcasts. 📲 Follow Code VII on https://youtube.com/@codevii9063?si=zjKHT1AIUUfeW-W2 🌈 Learn more about LGBTQ+IA resources and support in your area or connect to be an allySupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this powerful and personal episode, we sit down with Jake Shoulders to explore his journey as a transgender man—from the first steps of transitioning and navigating family dynamics, to confronting rejection and finding resilience. Jake opens up about the emotional and medical aspects of hormone therapy, the challenges of being seen, and the importance of reflection and support throughout the process. A compelling conversation about identity, courage, and transformation.Would you like suggestions for intro music, segment breaks, or potential follow-up episode ideas?Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and inspiring episode, we sit down with the first transgender woman to enter the Tejano music scene—a courageous artist who’s not only breaking barriers but reshaping the soundscape of tradition. She opens up about her creative process, musical influences that shaped her sound, and the path she paved to claim her space in a genre deeply rooted in culture and identity.With raw honesty and heartfelt insight, she shares personal reflections on transitioning, the challenges of visibility in a male-dominated industry, and the importance of authenticity in both life and music. Her message to other trans women and individuals navigating their own journeys is one of resilience, pride, and the power of self-expression.Whether you're here for the music, the message, or the movement—this episode hits all the right notes.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we sit down with Darian, a passionate advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community, to explore the power of gender identity, the impact of pronouns, and personal experiences of coming out. They open up about navigating rejection, finding belonging, and the resilience that fuels hope. Join us for a heartfelt conversation on authenticity, acceptance, and the strength of community.Darian (@darian_zetterq_) • Instagram photos and videosThe Movement Apothecary - Hopp.co pageThe Movement Apothecary (@themvmntapothecary) • Instagram photos and videosSupport the show

Send us Fan MailInterviewing and exploring the experience of dating a transgender woman living with HIV and in recovery from addiction to drugs.  These questions are designed to promote understanding, challenge stigma, and provide a platform for honest and insightful discussions.Support the show

Send us Fan MailOur story is our power listen in as i share my experience and struggles of transitioning and living with HIV. Thanks for listening in.Support the show