In this powerful episode of Kueen Talk, host Bear sits down with Luc Bensimon, a Black trans man, advocate, performer, and community leader, to discuss identity, resilience, and the power of showing up authentically. Luc opens up about his journey through drag, transitioning, family acceptance, faith, disability, and finding confidence in his truth. Together, they explore the realities of being trans and Black in America, the importance of therapy and chosen family, and the need for stronger support systems within marginalized communities. From advocacy work in Kansas to conversations around domestic violence, health awareness, and voting, Luc shares how his life experiences shaped his mission to create safer, more intentional spaces for queer people of color. This episode is a heartfelt conversation about healing, community, self-discovery, and the strength it takes to keep fighting for change. FAMILY, FRIENDS, STRANGERS.. 🫶🏾 BE NICE LIKE‼️ COMMENT ‼️ SUBSCRIBE www.kueentalk.com SOCIALS: GUEST: :https://www.instagram.com/sirluc71/ https://x.com/LBensimon71 https://www.facebook.com/luc.bensimon.1 https://www.facebook.com/share/18KkjZVA6e/ Black Transmen, Inc., Black Transwomen, Inc Black Trans MX BTAC 2026 https://btac.blacktrans.org/tickets/ https://blacktrans.org/ https://nbjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/trans-adjustment-web.pdf Host: @kueenbear Facebook: INTERESTED IN BEING A GUEST ON KUEEN TALK ⤵️⤵️ www.kueentalk.com HAVE QUESTIONS FOR GUEST⁉️⤵️⤵️ www.kueentalk.com Family, Friends, Strangers… LOVE BE NICE #KueenTalk #kueen #KueenICT #Kueens #Lgbtqwichita #lgbtqict #lgbtqkansas #lgbtqpodcast #queerkansas #queerpodcast #dragqueen #lgbtq #lesbians #gays #studs #queerlove #queer #gayboy #lesbianlove #gaylove #pride #loveislove #love #transgender #trans #gaycommunity #gaylife #dragqueen #gayman #nonbinary #lgbtqia #pridemonth #lovewins #drag #pansexual #genderfluid #equality #lgbtqbipoc #bipoc#bipoc Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Luc Ben Simone and His Journey 02:52 The Evolution of Drag: Past and Present 05:55 The Role of Music in Self-Expression 09:02 Understanding the Struggles of Trans People of Color 11:55 Family Dynamics and Acceptance 14:59 Navigating Identity and Community 17:54 The Impact of Fear and Love in Relationships 20:55 Finding Community and Belonging 23:59 The Importance of Advocacy and Representation 30:42 Finding Family and Support 31:45 The Journey to Self-Discovery 32:45 Understanding Gender Identity 34:41 Navigating Gender Expression 37:25 The Evolution of Identity 39:30 Generational Perspectives on Queerness 41:55 Personal Biases and Acceptance 43:43 The Intersection of Faith and Identity 49:52 Experiences in Faith Communities 52:51 The Role of Pets in Emotional Support 58:48 Standing Firm in Advocacy 01:01:16 Facing Challenges and Fear 01:02:52 The Fight for Rights and Identity 01:05:45 Creating Community in Adversity 01:07:59 Intentional Advocacy and Representation 01:12:48 Navigating Spaces and Voices 01:18:11 Understanding Domestic Violence in Queer Relationships 01:24:26 Health Awareness and Community Support 01:34:45 Letting Go and New Beginnings 01:37:09 The Impact of Disability on Activism 01:40:18 Lessons from a Tough Upbringing 01:42:30 Community Support and Advocacy 01:48:12 Facing Challenges Together 01:52:40 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
