Oliver Haimson

In this engaging conversation, Oliver Haimson, an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan and author of *Trans Technologies*, sheds light on the intersection of technology and transgender lives. He discusses how mainstream tech often overlooks trans needs, from flawed healthcare systems to excluding software designs. Oliver highlights the resilience of online communities that support isolated trans individuals, explores the skepticism towards AI within these communities, and emphasizes the importance of allyship in tech. His insights reveal both the challenges and potential of technology for trans empowerment.