197 - We Have a BIG Announcement!

Dec 13, 2024

Stella and Sasha celebrate a four-year milestone, reflecting on their journey and the podcast's evolution. They discuss a new initiative to help adolescents navigate gender identity. Anticipation builds as they hint at an upcoming shift in focus to broader societal issues. The hosts reveal plans for live events and an interactive format called 'Live and Unfiltered.' Emphasizing community engagement, they express gratitude to their listeners while teasing exciting future developments set for 2025.

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Diverging Perspectives

The hosts, Stella and Sasha, feel their perspectives on the gender discussion are diverging.
They recognize the need to address this difference and evolve the podcast.

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Sasha's New Direction

Sasha Ayad wants to focus on individual therapeutic work with young people exploring gender.
She will launch a YouTube channel called "The Metaphor of Gender" to explore identity beyond literal terms.

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Stella's Sociological Lens

Stella O'Malley will shift her focus to a broader sociological view of gender issues.
She believes gender is a reflection of larger societal shifts and plans to explore this in her new project.

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Nearing the podcast’s 200th episode just around the corner, Stella and Sasha mark the 4-year milestone of Gender: A Wider Lens! Together, they reflect on the show’s remarkable evolution and its impact on their respective journeys. With a vast catalog of episodes filled with profound insights, transformative stories, intriguing interviews, and relentless curiosity, the show has progressed alongside the ever-shifting landscape of gender and the ripple effects of the medicalization of youth.

In this episode, they share insights into both the psychological and societal shifts surrounding gender identity and reveal a BIG announcement for what listeners can expect in 2025. Looking back on the development of the podcast, they express gratitude for their listeners and the incredible community that has grown around them.

Don’t miss this exclusive preview of what’s to come from Sasha & Stella in 2025! We’d love to hear your thoughts, ideas, and feedback — your input is invaluable as we shape all that’s ahead. Share your insights by leaving a comment on Substack, YouTube, or Spotify, reach out directly via X @widerlenspod, or email hello@widerlenspod.com.

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