Trans Chat with Christiana
by Christiana Brekke
Join host Christiana "Christi" Brekke (author of "I Want to Be Her: a memoir" and "Becoming, Belonging and Blossoming: Diaries of a Trans Girl in Trumpland") and other fascinating trans people as they share their stories and discuss a wide range of topics relevant to the transgender community and our allies.Real People. Real Lives. Real Talk.
Episodes
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Going Deep (Dilating)
On this episode, Trans Chat goes deep. Katie and Marci talk candidly about one of the most important aspects of post-surgery aftercare, dilating. Definitely NSFW (not safe for work). The Hens also chat about attraction, the fear of coming out and how far along the trans community has come in…
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Marci in Bangkok Pt. 2
On this episode of Trans Chat, Marci's last days in Thailand! She joins Christi and Katie from her hotel room in Bangkok, still recovering from gender confirmation surgeries, to chat about judges, kilts, sexuality, gender markers, UK's "Gender Recognition Certificates", what it would have been…
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Marci in Bangkok: Pt.1 (feat. The Cacklin' Hens)
On this episode our beloved hen, Marci, is in quarantine in Thailand awaiting a series of gender confirming surgeries at the world-renowned Kamol Hospital in Bangkok. Fellow Cacklin' Hens, Katie and Christi, join Marci for a fun and candid discussion about surgeries, after-care, HRT and more.…
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Showing My Support No Matter What (A Conversation with Starr Gonzalez)
On this episode, Christiana has a heartfelt conversation with Starr Gonzalez, teacher, author, mother to a trans daughter and fierce trans ally! Starr also reads her powerful story, "The Reason We Exist." Chat with Starr Gonzalez: "Showing My Support No Matter What" The Reason We Exist (a Love...
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The Depression Beast
On this episode of Trans Chat, we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month and the unique mental health challenges of the trans community. Christi shares the story of her "depression monster," then joins fellow Cacklin' Hens, Marci and Katie, to further discuss the topic. Intro/When the Beast…
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Introducing... The Cacklin' Hens (feat. Marci Sandels and Katie Sun)
On this episode, the debut of Trans Chat's "Cacklin' Hens!" Marci, Katie and Christi discuss trans rights, acceptance, opposition, and Bugs Bunny! Intro/"Jerk": The Death of a Dream The Cacklin' Hens' Debut Closing Thoughts Thank you for listening and supporting the trans community! Take care, be...
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Bigger than Just Hair (feat. Faith Gambetty & Katherine Barrett)
On this episode on Trans Chat, Christiana has a fun chat with Faith Gambetty and Katherine Barrett, owners of Wavelengths Salon in Kennewick, WA. Also, the premier of "My Most Embarrassing Early Transition Moment", a new segment dedicated to the funny and embarrassing moments of our early...
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I Just Wanna Be Me (as long as I sound...female)(feat. Katie Sun)
On this episode, Christiana returns from her six-month hiatus and has a fun chat with Katie Sun. Intro: Recovery is Slow in the Winter of Discontent and COVID I Just Wanna Be Me (Remote Interview with Katie Sun) a. Katie's Voice Feminization Journey/Thoughts b. Sarah McBride, Janet Mock, and…
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Teacher, Teacher (feat. Eva Detten)
On this week’s episode of TRANS CHAT, Christiana has a fun conversation with Eva Detten. Bad Teacher Good Teacher (Remote Interview with Eva Detten) a. Eva’s Trans Journey b. Being Trans in a Conservative School c. Trans Politics in the Schools Final Thoughts/The Trans Athlete Debate Thank you…
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My Friend from Across the Pond (feat. Marci Sandels)
On this week’s episode of TRANS CHAT, Christiana talks about the discrepancies of trans rights in America. Also, a fun and candid conversation with Marci Sandels from the UK! The Transgender Zip-Code Lottery Remote Interview with Marci Sandels a. Marci’s Trans Journey b. Comparing Trans…
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Creepy Dick & My Paper Vagina
On this week’s episode of Trans Chat, Christiana shares two personal stories, including a chapter read from her latest book! Grandma’s Creepy Friend, Dick Christiana Lynn and Her Paper Vagina (from her book, Becoming, Belonging, and Blossoming: Diaries of a Trans Girl in Trumpland) Thank you for...
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Privileges & Cryptids (feat. Valerie Riley)
On this week’s episode of Trans Chat, Christiana has a fun, remote chat with Valerie Riley about privilege, being trans, and the Loch Ness Monster! Privilege: It’s Real Interview with Valerie Riley a. Valerie’s Trans Journey b. Privileges and Regrets c. Cryptozoology 101 Closing Thoughts Thank…
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Friends & Buses (feat. Jake Galbraith)
On this week’s episode of Trans Chat, Christiana talks about the upcoming election, friends, and has a fun, candid chat with friend and former schoolmate, Jake Galbraith. Time for the Games to Begin Remote Interview with Jake Galbraith a. Jake’s Trans Journey b. Work and Advocacy c. Life at…
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Christiana's Story / Friends & Allies
This week, Christiana shares her own story, as well as views on the differences between friends and allies. Program Order: Christiana's Story Friends & Allies Christiana's Final Thoughts Links referenced in episode:...
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My Vision is Simple (feat. Anna Lantry)
This week, Christiana introduces her podcast and has remote interview with Anna Lantry, Director and Head Instructor at TruVoice Lessons LLC. Program Order: My Vision is Simple Remote interview with Anna Lantry a. Anna's trans journey b. All about TruVoice Lessons LLC c. In Depth Discussion - The...
About this show
Join host Christiana "Christi" Brekke (author of "I Want to Be Her: a memoir" and "Becoming, Belonging and Blossoming: Diaries of a Trans Girl in Trumpland") and other fascinating trans people as they share their stories and discuss a wide range of topics relevant to the transgender community and our allies.Real People. Real Lives. Real Talk.
Hosted by
Christiana Brekke