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Talking Transparency
by talkingtransparency
Talking Transparency - Season Two
Episodes
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Talking Transparency Episode 2.15
the group is joined by the ever-amazing Cav, a local tattoo artist! We discuss upcoming events going on in our local area for Pride month- and ways to keep continuing to uplift and instill trans joy, cause it will defeat hate each and every time!
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Talking Transparency 2.7
The crew discusses the influx of executive orders, and the importance of holding space for people you know and yourself to know how to best navigate the ever-changing world day to day.
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Talking Transparency Episode 2.10
The Crew is back and better than ever- complete with new experiences taking care of trans family members and understanding and appreciating the value of having rest for yourself to build up communities for support rather than exhausting your valuable energy trying to tear down and fight back, and...
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Talking Transparency 2.12
The group is discussing- The elimination of Dei all over the country ongoing, the miss-treatment of a local transgender prisoner, the upcoming events locally such as the trans family dinner, Schoolboard events ongoing too!
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Talking Transparency Episode 2.11 - Featuring Chloe (StickyBaskets)
The Group Is Joined by a special guest tonight! As is often the case we try and recap what's going on with the current administration and methods to fight back and maintain a deep sense of community in these stressful times
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Talking Transparency Episode 2.9
The Group is joined by a special guest tonight: Selena! Covering upcoming events to uplift your local community such as the rainbow prom hosted by Selena. To the upcoming trans family dinner taco night And going over the ongoing hate fueled laws being pushed through trying to cause more...
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Episode 2.4 -Talking Transparently w LeeBruhhh!
The Hosts are Joined By the -Ever- Dazzling and Stunning and all around brilliant guest- Miss Lee Bruhhh! The group discusses experiences they had getting introduced to drag performing- all the work and care that goes into a performance- and the overlap between the current ongoing discourse with...
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Episode 2.3 - Talking Transparency about Business
In this episode the group covers the upcoming excitement and enthusiasm surrounding the Trans Family dinner December 5th- at the local Chrysler Museum of art and all that yummy foods and sights to see Other topics covered were navigating the struggles of having to deal with Conservatives in…
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Episode 2.2 - Talking Transparently about Fear and Hope
In this episode, we explore upcoming community events, the Transgender Week of Awareness, the Transgender Day of Remembrance, and more. We celebrate Sarah McBride's historic win, while Melissa highlights a powerful app that lets you "vote with your dollars." Cody shares a personal story about his...
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Episode 2.1 - Talking Transparently w Cody Conner
We are talking about upcoing community events, resilience and the outcome of the election with Producer Ty on the couch. Melissa and Thea share earnest and raw emotions - and Cody share's his retrospectives and thoughts on the future after his recent unsuccessful bid for Virginia Beach city…
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Episode 21 - Talking Transparently about The Debate
Cody and Thea are in the studio to talk about the election, immigration, and the presidential debate! The Republicans are not sending their best... Register to vote, and check out Cody Conner's Campaign Website https://www.connerforvb.com/ Sign up for these events at...
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Episode 20 - Talking Transparently about Politics
From the window to the Walz! We're talking national and local politics today, with our resident experts, organizers, and politicos. Register to vote, and check out Cody Conner's Campaign Website https://www.connerforvb.com/ Sign up for these events at https://www.caloscoalition.com/events As...
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Episode 19 - Talking Transparently w/ Jayme Drew
Today we're speaking with Jayme Drew of the All Genders Photo Project, which brings joyful, affirming experiences to transgender folks and anyone else participating who wants to give more thought to their gender and experiences surrounding gendered expectations. We talk about their work, and…
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Talking Transparency 18 - Talking Transparently about Politics
Thea, Melissa, and Cody talk about local vs national politics, voting, and our grand old Democratic Party! Register to vote, and check out Cody Conner's Campaign Website https://www.connerforvb.com/ Sign up for these events at https://www.caloscoalition.com/events As always, visit...
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Episode 17 - Talking Transparently about VB City Council
This week we discuss Virginia Beach City Council and More! --- If you would like to support the Calos Coalition and help us spread trans joy in the 757, please consider donating or becoming a member at www.caloscoalition.com/donate. Help us fulfill Trans Wishes and continue to bring family…
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Episode 16 - Talking Transparency w/ Zion Ova-Dupree
We have a rising star in the studio this week: Zion Ova-Dupree - the winner of Mr. Trans Virginia 2024, and the state representative of Virginia in the Mr. and Ms. Trans USA National Pageant! He is a Monarch, a Thriving Transman of Color, and a young man trying to forge his own path and master…
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Episode 15 - Talking Transparently w/ Jeremy Rodden
Join us as we chat with Jeremy Rodden, a dedicated activist and community organizer. Jeremy, a former candidate for VA House District 90 and the Chesapeake School Board, co-founded Pride in the Peake, Chesapeake’s annual Pride event. In our conversation, we delve into local politics in Hampton...
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Episode 14 - Talking Transparency w/ Gabe Harrell
Today we're talking transparently with Gabe Harrell, a local comedian and improv comedy actor and frequent participant in the 48-hour film festival. Today, we're diving into his story, his recent travels, and his burgeoning career in filmography. We talk about comedy, thriving, and the individual...
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Episode 13 - Talking Transparency w/ Amy Newsom
On todays’ episode we are talking transparently with Amy Newsom, our friend and a staff member at the 757 Creative ReUse Center. We talk about parenthood, homeschooling, values and beliefs, and briefly discuss the so-called “Protect Kids Act” in California. With Amy joining us as a friend, you…
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Episode 12 - Talking Transparency w/ Heather St. Amand
Today, we're talking with Heather St. Amand, a political consultant and Field Strategist for Progressive, Democratic candidates in both Virginia and Florida. We talk about the political landscape, how she got into organizing, what her experiences in Florida, and what we can do to avoid that in...
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Episode 11 - Talking Transparency w/ De Sube and Tracey Swinarsky
Today, we're having an open and candid conversation with De Sube and Tracey Swinarsky, long-time trans activists in Hampton Roads and the founders of the Transgender Assistance Program of VA. We'll be discussing activism, the inception of TAP VA, the significance of Trans Day of Visibility,...
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Episode 10 - Talking Transparency w/ Miss Victoria
Today we're talking transparently with Miss Victoria about her journey, faith, and family, and then we share some updates on the situation in Oklahoma surrounding the murder of Nex Benedict, some details from our trip to the General Assembly with our trans sibs and Equality VA, and we discuss the...
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Episode 9 - Talking Transparency w/ Melissa Lukeson
Today we're talking transparently with Melissa Lukeson about Virginia Beach School Board Member Mike Callan visit to our Trans Family Dinner in a conversation you will not want to miss!. After that lighter conversation, we discuss the tragic and senseless murder of Nex Benedict in Oklahoma, and...
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Episode 8 -Talking Transparency w/ Cody Conner
Today we're talking transparently with Cody Conner about his conversation with Virginia Beach School Board Member Mike Callan. There are no sources for this episode because the deets were so juicy we didn't have time to get to an article! You're going to want to hear this one 😉 Calendar February...
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Episode 7 - Talking Transparency w/ Dexter Davis
*UPDATED AUDIO* Sorry for the delay in sharing the long-awaited interview with Dexter Davis. Despite the audio quality issues*, the conversation itself is truly compelling. I encourage you to give it a listen and appreciate the insightful discussion we had. We've fixed the audio issues for the…
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Episode 6 - Talking Transparency w/Sabrina Scarlet
Today, Melissa and Thea sit down with Sabrina Scarlet, an accounting student and musician to talk about music, flags, and family! Donate to our Trans Wish List Fundraiser by following this link SKS will be playing February 3rd @The Purple Buffalo in North Charleston, SC Check out SKS on Instagram...
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Episode 5 - Talking Transparency w/ Gray Lyden
Today, Cody and Ty sit down with Gray Lyden, the President of the ODU Sexuality and Gender Alliance, the only queer organization on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA. We discuss their student led initiatives, school life, queer activism, stereotypical gender roles, if the kids...
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Episode 4 - Talking Transparency w/ Jessica Gurley
Today, Melissa, Cody, and Thea sit down with Jessica Gurley to discuss parenting, politics, and her work providing a safe space for parents, grandparents, guardians and allies to learn about what their gender-diverse child is experiencing and the best ways to support them. Visit...
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Episode 3 - Talking Transparency w/ Mel Howard and Amore Harrell
Today Melissa, Cody, and Thea sit down with Mel Howard and Amore Harrell from Thriving Transmen of Color to talk about how they met, the wonderful work they are doing, and how you can get involved! Thriving Transmen of Color is an organization with international reach founded and operating here…
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Minisode#1 - Talking Transparency w/ Ty Bliss and Thea Ross
This week, we're bringing you a special minisode of Talking Transparency. Due to holiday scheduling conflicts, our regular hosts couldn't join us, so Thea and Ty are stepping in with a brief update and a roundup of noteworthy news articles. In the spirit of the season, we want to wish everybody a...
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Episode 2 pt.2 - Talking Transparency w/Thea Ross
On this continuation of the last episode, Melissa, Cody, and Thea start by talking about MTG’s blow up over Jasmine Crockett’s comments at “The importance of protecting female athletics and Title IX” hearing, and go on to discuss the new film Lady Ballers, and an article from the Washington...
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Episode 2 -Talking Transparency w/ Thea Ross
Now with improved Audio! Hosted By Cody Conner, Melissa Lukeson and Thea Ross. Brought to you by the Calos Coalition, a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit - Donate and support Trans Joy @ www.caloscoalition.com Like, Follow and Subscribe @talkingtransparency Across Socials or visit:...
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Episode 1 - Talking Transparently w/ Kim & Mick
Hosted By Cody Conner and Melissa Lukeson. Brought to you by the Calos Coalition, a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit - Donate and support Trans Joy @ www.caloscoalition.com Like, Follow and Subscribe @talkingtransparency Across Socials or visit: https://www.patreon.com/TalkingTransparency...
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Talking Transparency - Season Two
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