Vanesstradiol
by Vanesstradiol
Welcome to the Vanesstradiol podcast; formerly Transcending Humanity! I'm Vanessa, an AuDHD, lesbian, transgender photographer from the South Sound in Washington State! (formerly from NE Ohio) This show covers a BROAD range of subjects... I honestly don't know if it has a set "theme". All I know is that I have a blast making it, and I get some amazing guests!
Episodes
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Disaster Lesbian: A Life Update
Send us Fan Mail After seven months away, I'm back with a long overdue life update. A lot has happened since October; two facial feminization surgeries, 134 days of unemployment and 225 resumes, some genuinely transformative friendships, a relationship that turned into one of the most important...
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Episode 58 - Why I left Ohio, and how Washington State is my new home
Send us Fan Mail Delving deeper into my move from Ohio to Washington, including the who's, what's, when's, where's, how's and sometimes why's. Support the show Executive Producer and Host: Vanessa Joy: https://linktr.ee/vanesstradiol Vanesstradiol Podcast - Copyright © 2023-2026 Vanessa Joy
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My move to WA and why we can't just make stuff in the US
Send us Fan Mail I moved to Washington finally! Also, I explain why we can't just start manufacturing stuff in the US right now without a MAJOR overhaul of our government. Support the show Executive Producer and Host: Vanessa Joy: https://linktr.ee/vanesstradiol Vanesstradiol Podcast - Copyright…
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Episode 56 - Well, that escalated quickly... - with Jenni aka @translovinmama
Send us Fan Mail Jenni and I talk about the current political climate, allyship, ways to cope, and how we're exhausted with this absolute madness. Find Jenni online: TikTok & BlueSky - @translovinmama Youtube - @transparentslive Support the show Executive Producer and Host: Vanessa Joy:...
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Episode 55 - I am the Enemy Within
Send us Fan Mail Summary In this candid conversation, Vanessa Joy discusses the current political climate and its implications for marginalized communities, particularly the trans community. She emphasizes the need for personal safety, the importance of allyship, and the necessity of community...
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Alex Cascio & Landon Reid talk about the BS that Gen Z & Young Millennials have to deal with in the US!
Send us Fan Mail Today, I'm joined by two of my absolute favorite influencers, Landon Reid and Alex Cascio to discuss various topics related to the experiences and frustrations of younger generations. We touch on issues such as the challenges of finding affordable housing, the impact of credit...
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Ohio Politics are NUTS - with Ohio House Reps Michele Grim & Beryl Brown-Piccolantonio - Episode 52
Send us Fan Mail Somehow I managed to get these two amazing women as guests this week! I chat with Ohio State House Representatives Michele Grim and Beryl Brown-Piccolantonio about navigating the Republican supermajority as Democrats, the importance of voting, advice for running for office,...
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Titter Pigs (TTRPGs) and Voice Acting - Klaus von Hohenloe Unplugged
Send us Fan Mail This week, I sit down with Klaus von Hohenloe, a professional voice actor and YouTuber, to discuss their experiences in various creative industries. The conversation delves into Klaus's journey into voice acting, sharing the challenges of finding consistent work, creating…
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As if Tim Walz giving out free tampons is a BAD thing!? - Episode 50
Send us Fan Mail 50 FRAKKING EPISODES! YASSSS! To celebrate, I TRIED live streaming... keyword, TRIED. This week I'm joined by Nikki Smith the Death Doula, Landon Reid aka June Rogers and Zach Borodkin to talk about the latest goings-on in politics! So, it's essentially 58 minutes of us talking...
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(Writing) Advice from your Trans Aunty, Erica Vogel - Episode 49
Send us Fan Mail This week on the Transcending Humanity Podcast, I sit down with frequent co-host Erica Vogel, affectionately known as "The Trans Aunty" and a soon to be published author. We discuss a range of topics from writing and creativity to navigating the complexities of transgender…
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Exploring Grief: Death Doula Insights with Nikki Smith - Episode 48
Send us Fan Mail In this insightful episode of the Transcending Humanity Podcast, Vanessa Joy welcomes Nikki Smith, a dedicated death doula, to discuss the profound and often challenging experiences surrounding death and grief. Nikki shares her journey to becoming a death doula during the…
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Neurodiversity, ADHD, burnout & creative chaos with Sarah Wayte's hilarious insights - Episode 47
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 47 of the Transcending Humanity Podcast, hosts Vanessa Joy and guest Sarah Wayte delve into their personal experiences with late diagnosis of neurodiversity and the challenges they face in balancing this with high-intensity careers. Both Vanessa and Sarah share how...
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Too Queer to be Christian... too Christian to be Queer - Episode 46 - Kate Bridal & Chloe Milligan
Send us Fan Mail In this hilarious yet heartfelt episode of Transcending Humanity, host Vanessa welcomes guest host Kate Bridal (Hannibal Lecter's Girlfriend) and special guest Chloe Anna Milligan for an in-depth exploration of the challenges and triumphs at the intersection of faith, identity…
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Copywriting, Branding, and Building Connections with Emily Aborn - Episode 45
Send us Fan Mail Join Vanessa Joy in this engaging episode of the Transcending Humanity Podcast as she dives into an insightful conversation with the brilliant copywriter Emily Aborn. This episode is packed with insights and laughs as Vanessa and Emily discuss the art of copywriting, the…
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Unleashing Creativity: Transforming Brand Photography With Jonna Michelle - Episode 44
Send us Fan Mail "Bring your personality out and inject it into your products to make them more personal." This week, Vanessa and Jenni interview Jonna Michelle, a personal brand photography expert, and an avid proponent of anti-corporate branding! In her own words: "I’m here to shine a light on...
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Pride and Intersectional Bigotry - Episode 43
Send us Fan Mail Vanessa and Jess discuss Pride events and the discourse surrounding them. They talk about the importance of supporting Pride events and the need for inclusivity. They also touch on the controversy of bringing children to Pride and the role of law enforcement at these events....
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Getting Real About Gender Affirming Surgeries With Dr. Cecile Ferrando - Episode 42
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Cecile Ferrando, a urogynecologist specializing in gender affirming surgery, discusses her journey into medicine and her focus on gender affirming surgeries. She explains the difference between vaginoplasty and vulvoplasty, the various procedures she performs, and the...
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Behind The Scenes: Running An LGBTQ+ Business and Tips for Pride 2024 - Episode 41
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Transcending Humanity, Jess takes the lead, joined by Vanessa and our guest to Misty discuss supporting queer businesses, the definition of a taco, the background story of Euphoria Threads, marketing strategies, and the Pride collection. They also explore the...
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Sharing Our Celeb Encounter Stories And More Randomness - Episode 40
Send us Fan Mail Jess and Vanessa are joined by Jenni, co-host of the Long Term Pickles podcast! We aimed for a lighter theme this week, as last episode was a bit... heavy. Of course, as we're wont to do, we do get into heavier stuff at the end. Ope. Enjoy the show! We had fun doing this, and...
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Empowering Trans Women Share Tips On Mental Health, Career Paths, And Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts - Episode 39
Send us Fan Mail CONTENT WARNING! This episode features a lot of conversation around suicide and self harm. Listener & viewer discretion is advised! We're back! This week, Taryn and Vanessa are your Aunties giving advice on some pretty deep stuff. Vanessa kind of... well, went off the rails a…
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Episode 38 - WE'RE A YEAR OLD! Also, Trump bibles are a thing now
Send us Fan Mail Transcending Humanity is a year old! Taryn and Jess join Vanessa to recap the past year and chat about current events! The show is refocusing, working less on the trans experience and more on humanity in general. In the future you can expect content to be focused more on…
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Unveiling The Truth: Kate Bridal's Insight On Burnout In Work, Life, And The Transgender Community - Episode 37
Send us Fan Mail Main episode content starts at 6:26 Kate Bridal of the Legal Burnouts Podcast joins Taryn and Vanessa to talk about burnout, in life, the workplace, as well as the trans community! Follow Kate on IG and TikTok at bridalpartyof5 Follow The Legal Burnouts Podcast on IG and TikTok…
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Episode 36 - His Name was Nex Benedict
Send us Fan Mail Jess and Taryn join Vanessa to talk about the devastating tragedy around the assault and death of Nex Benedict, a child just trying to make his way through his high school years in Owasso, Oklahoma. His Name was Nex Benedict. Remember him. Cherish his memory. Links: Sean…
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Episode 35 - THIS IS SAPPHIC SPARTA!!!!
Send us Fan Mail Vanessa and Taryn are joined by a gaggle of trans femmes to talk about trans femme stuff. Does it get raunchy? You'll just have to listen to find out! Vanessa tries to guide the conversation a bit, but honestly winds up putting her foot in her mouth a few times... Our guests:...
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Episode 34 - It sucks in the UK, too.
Send us Fan Mail This week, Erica and Vanessa are joined by trans siblings Christi and Jenni from the UK! The US and the UK seem to be battling to see which country can be the most horrible towards trans people. We talk about the intricacies of being trans and gender nonconforming across the…
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Episode 33 - Trans Joy Returns!
Send us Fan Mail BECOME A PATRON! We love your support! patreon.com/TranscendingHumanity Trans Joy with Erica returns! This week she's joined by Jess, Vanessa and Zach to bring some more uplifting conversation to the mix. Support the show Executive Producer and Host: Vanessa Joy:...
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Episode 32 - Vanessa was DISQUALIFIED from the Ohio ballot! Was it discrimination?
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back! Vanessa found herself in the news suddenly, as her candidacy was DISQUALIFIED by the Stark County, Ohio Board of Elections due to an oft-overlooked law requiring candidates who have change their names within the past 5 years to include their former (in Vanessa's…
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Episode 31: Trans on the Go - Travel Tips
Send us Fan Mail This week, Jess leads, joined by Erica and Rachel! We discuss the ins-and-outs of traveling as a gender nonconforming person. Tips, tricks and stories! Travel can be dangerous for folx like us; we hope this episode gives you more awareness and confidence! Links from Jess: Refugee...
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Episode 30 - Enby Author Lisa Bunker!
Send us Fan Mail This week, Taryn and Vanessa are joined by noted author and former New Hampshire politician Lisa Bunker! We discuss the ins and outs of being Trans/Enby in politics, as well as Lisa's passion as a published author! Lisa Bunker (they/them or vo/ven) has written stories all veir...
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Voice Feminization Surgery And Tracheal Shave With Dr. Abie Mendelsohn! - Episode 29
Send us Fan Mail If you've been thinking about receiving vocal feminization and/or tracheal shave surgeries, this episode is for you! Vanessa is joined by the wonderful Dr Abie Mendelsohn of the Los Angeles Center for Ear, Nose, Throat and Allergy. Amongst his many skills, he specializes in vocal...
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Episode 28 - Seriously, conservatives, let's cut it out already
Send us Fan Mail Taryn, Zach and Vanessa chat about the new MAGA Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, as well as the absolute madness surrounding gun control in the US. Conservative politicians have failed at humanity. Support the show Executive Producer and Host: Vanessa Joy:...
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Episode 27 - Pointless gendering in language!?
Send us Fan Mail This week, Rachel and Vanessa talk about the goings on in their lives, as well as why we automatically gender words that aren't actually gendered. When you think of a doctor, what gender do you picture? A teacher? A lawyer? A nurse? For some follow-up reading, Rachel suggests…
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Episode 26 - GET OUT AND VOTE!
Send us Fan Mail Vanessa found herself solo this week, so she took the opportunity to talk about getting out and voting... WE'RE LOOKING AT YOU, MILLENIALS!!! She also talks about her current goal of running for office. Go vote. Now. Support the show Executive Producer and Host: Vanessa Joy:...
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Episode 25 - A DRAG EPISODE! We have Landon Reid aka June Rogers!
Send us Fan Mail This week we interview the legendary Landon Reid - aka June Rogers - about his experiences in drag, creating his character and dealing with Creepy Conservative Men! We also delve into the nuances of being Gen Z and how Millennials need to get out and vote in order to secure a…
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Episode 24 - What even is this episode?
Send us Fan Mail Hey folx! This week we have Erica, Rachel, Rylie, Vanessa and Zach (a new face!) talking about what they've been up to lately, projects they're passionate about, and handies in theaters! Learn more about this week's hosts! Zach: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacharyborodkin/…
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Episode 23 - Vanessa has a Vagina
Send us Fan Mail Hey fam! We're back! This week, Erica and Vanessa chat about their current goings-on for a bit, and then we get into some current news to talk about the Research Institute for Gender Therapeutics (RIGT), a groundbreaking Australian study about lowered unaliving ideations from HRT...
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Episode 22 - What's in a Name?
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back! This week we have Erica, Taryn and Vanessa talking about the Trans experience of renaming ourselves! The three of us share our own stories about how we chose our names, and we have stories from listeners as well! FYI, there will be no episode on September 8th, as...
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Episode 21 - Anti-Corporate Activism
Send us Fan Mail This week, Rachel Hanson (one of our new co-hosts!) leads a discussion with Vanessa about Anti-Corporate Activism! In a country where corporations control the government, Rachel has tips to help curb that power that we can all do individually. Want to learn more? You can find...
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Episode 20 - Dealing with Unaccepting Families
Send us Fan Mail Content warning: This episode contains strong themes such as self un-aliving, abuse and familial trauma. Listener discretion is advised. This week, Lisa and Luna host, joined by Liam, Taryn and Vanessa. They talk about their experiences being cast aside by family when coming out,...
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Episode 19 - Gender Diversity with Che Barnes
Send us Fan Mail This week, Jess hosts (with a very sleepy Vanessa as co-host) a fascinating episode about gender diversity with our special guest, Che Barnes (She/They)! Gender isn't binary. At all. You'll learn a lot in this episode. Share it with people who give you a hard time about gender...
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Episode 18 - Jobhunting While Trans
Send us Fan Mail Vanessa is joined by Rylie and Taryn to talk the ins and outs of navigating the job market for Transgender, Non-binary and Gender Nonconforming folx. We sincerely hope that our stories and advice help you on your search! We share tips for applying and formatting your resume later...
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Episode 17 - Gender Creative Parenting
Send us Fan Mail This week we have Jess debuting as their first time hosting in another episode about parenting! (Ya'll seem to love our parenting tips episodes!) To switch it up, this week is all about Gender Creative Parenting (GCP)! Rylie is this week's co-host and they are joined by special...
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Episode 16 - How to be a Good Parent to Trans Kids
Send us Fan Mail We have a very powerful episode for you this week! Luna hosts with Lisa co-hosting. They are joined by three of the four members (Dr Lulu regrettably was unable to attend) of the Moms for Trans Kids podcast on LinkedIn Live - Amber Hollowell, Deedee Lloyd and Jenni Holder! The...
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Episode 15 - Trans Joy After Pride Month
Send us Fan Mail This week, Erica presents her monthly Trans Joy episode, joined by Rylie and later Vanessa! Pride month 2023 was rough for a lot of us; we unpack it in today's episode, as well as meander along other fun topics! Support the show Executive Producer and Host: Vanessa Joy:...
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Episode 14 - Leo Caldwell - Trans Equity in the Workplace
Send us Fan Mail This week, Erica is joined by our special guest, Leo Caldwell! The two talk about the importance of Trans equity in the workplace, and how companies can be more inclusive to the trans community in order to foster safety and acceptance. To learn more about Leo, visit him on the…
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Episode 13 - Pronouns and Other Such Things
Send us Fan Mail This week, join Mags (Lisa) and Vanessa as they do a spur-of-the-moment episode (this week's guest had to cancel due to an emergency) about pronouns and many other things. We had a lot of fun recording this, and hope you love it! Mags plugs a queer-owned business that she loves,...
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Episode 12 - Shooting the Sh*t - Part Deux
Send us Fan Mail What's this? A second shooting the sh*t episode? YUP! Last week's was unexpected, so this week's was already scheduled. Join Lisa, Luna, Rylie, Tamsyn and Vanessa as we talk about stuff and things and such! Support the show Executive Producer and Host: Vanessa Joy:...
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Episode 11 - Shooting the Sh!t!
Send us Fan Mail Our guest this week wasn’t able to come, so we did a spur-of-the-moment “Shoot the Sh!t” episode! Join Devin, Lisa, Luna, Taryn and Vanessa as we talk about stuff and things… mainly politics and religion, to be honest. Devin’s Trans Rally service: https://transrally.org/ Support...
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Episode 10 - Trans Joy - June 2023
Send us Fan Mail Happy Pride! In her second Trans Joy episode, Erica is joined by Jess, Mel, Rylie and Vanessa to talk about what brings Trans joy to our lives! Support the show Executive Producer and Host: Vanessa Joy: https://linktr.ee/vanesstradiol Vanesstradiol Podcast - Copyright © 2023-2026...
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Episode 9 - PICKLES AND BAPS!
Send us Fan Mail This week, Vanessa is hosting and is joined by our special guest and co-host of the TransSpotting podcast, Marcia Darling! (oh_no_marcia on Instagram), as well as the debut of our new host, Taryn Talley! (taryntalley1 on Instagram) Our topic? Being Trans Feminine! This is part 1…
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About this show
Welcome to the Vanesstradiol podcast; formerly Transcending Humanity!
I'm Vanessa, an AuDHD, lesbian, transgender photographer from the South Sound in Washington State! (formerly from NE Ohio) This show covers a BROAD range of subjects... I honestly don't know if it has a set "theme". All I know is that I have a blast making it, and I get some amazing guests!
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