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Gender Spiral

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Aug 8, 2023 • 47min

Pirates, Vikings and Skateboarders (w/ Liv Hewson)

Liv Hewson, actor on Yellowjackets and Santa Clarita Diet, discusses their journey to top surgery, recommends queer literature, and shares their love for Sam Reid in Interview with the Vampire. They explore the challenges of accessing surgery for trans individuals and reflect on the fluidity of masculinity and femininity. Additionally, they delve into personal style, the importance of queer archives, and the impact of increasing mainstream awareness on their life.
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Aug 1, 2023 • 45min

Grief Barbie (w/ Amie Morrison)

Musician Amie Morrison discusses her experience of transitioning in her 30s, her queer relationship, and exploring gender variance with her late best friend. They also delve into the complexities of gender in Hebrew, misconceptions about drag and trans identities, and the pressure on trans individuals to conform to binary gender norms.
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Jul 25, 2023 • 53min

Unmasking and re-MASCing (w/ Dr. Devon Price)

Dr. Devon Price, author of 'Unmasking Autism' and 'Laziness Does Not Exist,' shares their experiences coming out as trans and autistic, the unsettling feeling of gender success, and why autistic folks are more likely to be out as queer and trans. The podcast explores ADHD, autism, and neurodivergence, personal transformation through top surgery, unmasking autism, shedding myths and embracing neurodiversity, and the outdated knowledge connected to ableism.
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Jul 18, 2023 • 33min

I'm Not "a Queer BIPOC" (w/ Brontez Purnell)

Writer and dancer Brontez Purnell tells us about his ill-fated pact with the sacred masculine, finding divine femininity in dance, and how gentrification and lack of knee cartilage have affected his love life. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast Find Brontez on Instagram! Follow Gender Spiral on Instagram and TikTok genderspiralpod.com audiation.fm  
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Jul 11, 2023 • 41min

"I'm Just a Woman" (w/ Roberta Colindrez)

Roberta Colindrez, known for roles in A League of Their Own, Vida, Fun Home, discusses gender identity's influence on clothing choices, the struggles of embracing femininity, and the challenges of wardrobe choices for characters in film and television. They also talk about gendered interactions in the entertainment industry and the pressure on actors to represent the LGBTQ+ community.
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Jul 4, 2023 • 49min

Aggressively Feminine (w/ Persephone Valentine)

Persephone Valentine, a drag performer and advocate for exploring gender through RPGs, discusses drag, gender hacks, and using D&D to explore gender. They also address challenges with medical transition, insurance, surgeries, and societal beauty standards. The benefits of transitioning earlier and the power of Dungeons and Dragons in creating realities for trans folks are explored. Playing diverse characters in D&D, including a Candy Cane Ranger and a high femme business woman, highlights the game's inclusivity for the queer community.
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Jun 27, 2023 • 33min

Wait, I Think I'm Trans?? (w/ Jaylind Hamilton)

Artist and nutrition coach Jaylind Hamilton discusses tattooing, transitioning, and tending chickens. They explore non-binary transition, fitness, and artistry, questioning gender identity, and the barriers trans individuals face in the fitness industry. They emphasize self-care and self-love.
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Jun 20, 2023 • 38min

A Liberated Black and Trans Future (w/ maya finoh)

Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, "Gender Spiral" is a new podcast about all things gender. Through interviews with the experts on the topic, trans and queer people, we'll explore what it means to be a human in our gendered world. This week, Babette talks to their old friend and gender mentor maya finoh about cultural work, modeling, and their vision for a liberated future. Find maya on Instagram @savagexfatty Follow Gender Spiral on Instagram and TikTok. genderspiralpod.com audiation.fm
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Jun 13, 2023 • 58min

GENDER SPIRAL LIVE (Feat. Naomi McPherson and E.R. Fightmaster)

Most podcasts don't host a live show until like, season two. But we're not "most podcasts." After releasing our first episode, we threw a launch party and recorded an episode live at The Yard Theater in LA. Thanks to everyone who came out to the show, and a HUGE thanks to our guests Naomi McPherson (MUNA) and E.R. Fightmaster (Grey's Anatomy, Shrill)! Ally, Babette, Naomi and E.R. talk about corporate pride, being queer in the "industry" and getting gender envy from skater boys and Pete Wentz. Look out for the full video recording of the episode, coming soon on Patreon at the $5 tier and up! You don't want to miss it- especially the special game where Babette makes Naomi, E.R., and Ally watch TikTok fancams of themselves. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, "Gender Spiral" is a new podcast about all things gender. Through interviews with the experts on the topic, trans and queer people, we'll explore what it means to be a human in our gendered world. Find Naomi on Instagram, and check out their podcast "Gayotic" with Katie and Josette of MUNA! Find E.R. on Instagram. Follow Gender Spiral on Instagram and TikTok genderspiralpod.com audiation.fm
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Jun 6, 2023 • 39min

Lesbian to T-Guy Pipeline (w/ Jacke Colquitt and River Butcher)

Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a new podcast about all things gender. Through interviews with the experts on the topic, trans and queer people, we'll explore what it means to be a human in our gendered world. In the pilot episode, Ally and Babette chat about being trans in a steakhouse bathroom, Black Quantum Futurism, and the "lesbian to T-guy express." Featuring interviews with multi-disciplinary artist Jacke Colquitt and comedian River Butcher! Support us on Patreon! Find Jacke Colquitt on Instagram and Spotify Find River Butcher on Instagram and his site. Check out his new podcast with Gabe Dunn, "The Knew Guys"! Follow Gender Spiral on Instagram and TikTok genderspiralpod.com audiation.fm

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