The Bald and the Beautiful with Trixie and Katya

The Eminently Effervescent Courtney Act (Part 1) with Katya

Aug 22, 2023

"Ever-so-engaging" Courtney Act joins Katya to discuss topics such as the beauty of braces, the positivity of pool-dancing, the silliness of the gender binary, and falling in love in Berlin. They also touch on global expansion of drag, airport security in drag, divisive strategies of conservative news outlets, and the power of drag in addressing the patriarchy. Stay tuned for part two!

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Courtney Act

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Quick takeaways

Gender exists on sociological and individual spectrums, challenging traditional expectations about gender roles and behaviors.

By shifting the conversation away from strict binaries and embracing diverse expressions of gender, we can work towards a more inclusive and understanding society.

Deep dives

Gender and the Binary System

The conversation around gender and the gender binary is a complex and evolving one. While there are biological realities, it's important to recognize that gender also exists on sociological and individual spectrums. It's essential to challenge the traditional expectations and assumptions about gender roles and behaviors. By understanding that gender is not limited to just male and female, we can embrace the complementarity and fluidity of gender identities.

Introduction

2min

Adolescent Braces and Adult Orthodontics

2min

Fetishes, Travel, and Kylie Minogue

7min

Falling in Love in Berlin and the Nature of Time

4min

Global Expansion and Local Impact

11min

Airport Security, De-Dragging, and Drag Shows on a Plane

4min

Divisive Strategies and Multiple Truths

13min

Exploring the Power of Drag and Addressing the Patriarchy

3min

Katya welcomes the ever-so-engaging Courtney Act to the pod for part 1 of a lengthy conversation about the beauty of braces, the positivity of pool-dancing, and the innate silliness of the gender binary.

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