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Jaimie concludes the second annual Pride Extravaganza with Sarah Kate Ellis, CEO of GLAAD, discussing the organization’s efforts to combat misinformation and advocate for the LGBTQIA community. Together, they delve into current challenges, such as anti-trans sentiments infiltrating local school districts, and strategies for fostering understanding and inclusivity. Sarah highlights the importance of ongoing activism, voter engagement, and resilience in the quest for equality. 
Jaimie also details her personal experience with rising anti-trans sentiments in New York City's School District 2, highlighting the infiltration by groups like Moms for Liberty. Sarah Kate provides pragmatic advice on how to tackle such localized bigotry, emphasizing education, strategic questioning, and the importance of a unified front in the fight for equality. 
Stay informed and inspired by this empowering conversation, and stay tuned for more enlightening stories from The Queer Family Podcast.
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GLAAD's Mission: GLAAD works to ensure a safe, equal world for LGBTQ individuals by leveraging large platforms and moments to shape narratives about the community.Trans Community Advocacy: The episode delves deep into the political and social narratives affecting the trans community, stressing the importance of addressing misinformation.Local Activism: Jamie shares her personal struggle with rising anti-trans sentiments in her children’s school district, underscoring the need for on-the-ground activism.Educational Gaps: Sarah Kate highlights the significant lack of knowledge about the trans community, noting that more Americans claim to have seen a ghost than know a trans person.Empowering Allies: Practical advice is given on how to engage allies and counter misinformation through inquisitive conversation rather than confrontational debate.
🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈 Sarah Kate Ellis is the President and CEO of GLAAD, a leading LGBTQ advocacy organization. Under her leadership, GLAAD has leveraged major platforms and cultural moments to ensure fair and accurate representation of the LGBTQ community. She actively combats misinformation and works towards a safer, more equal world for LGBTQ individuals. Sarah Kate and her wife Kristen are also proud parents of twins, and their journey includes the unique experience of being pregnant at the same time.
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Sponsor: Visit https://www.cryobank.com/ and use promo code LOVEISLOVE for a free level 2 subscription to their donor catalog, or you can apply it to a level 3 subscription for a discount.GLAAD Website: GLAAD.orgGLAAD Vote Resources: GLAAD.org/vote - Ensure you're registered, register others, and get involved in pro-equality initiatives.GenderCool Project: youth-led movement helping to replace misinformed opinions with positive experiences meeting transgender and non-binary youth who are thriving.Athlete Ally: Aims to end homophobia and transphobia in sport and to activate the athletic community to exercise their leadership to champion LGBTQI+ equality.
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 Jaimie welcomes the “gay grandmas” of “Canada’s Gayest Family,” Jan and Linda, to the show. They share their compelling journeys through decades of LGBTQ+ history, from living in secrecy to becoming advocates and icons within their community. Joined briefly by Linda's daughter, Karen, they discuss the significance of pride, evolving family dynamics, and the strides made for LGBTQ+ inclusion. Their conversation blends poignant memories with hopeful perspectives, highlighting resilience, activism, and family love.
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Generational Perspectives on LGBTQ+ Life: Insight into how LGBTQ+ experiences and societal acceptance have evolved from the 1970s to today.Coming Out Stories: The challenges and triumphs experienced by Jan and Linda as they navigated life in the closet for many years.Family Dynamics in LGBTQ+ Contexts: Emphasis on the complexities and emotional resonance of coming out within one's family.Historical Context: Reflecting on significant LGBT milestones such as the AIDS epidemic and the fight for marriage equality.Pride and Identity: Exploration of what pride means to multiple generations within the same family.
🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈 Jan and Linda are affectionately known as the "gay grandmas" and are integral parts of what they call Canada's Gayest Family on TikTok. Together for over 30 years, Jan and Linda have been pivotal in shaping their LGBT community through their advocacy and personal stories. They have lived through significant times in the LGBTQ+ movement, including the secretive days of the 70s, the AIDS epidemic, and the vibrant progressiveness of modern times. Jan hails from Australia and has been part of activist movements, while Linda, originally from Canada, navigated a closeted life until the societal tides began to turn. Their daughter Karen, who also identifies as a lesbian, has carried forward their legacy and documented their remarkable journey through social media and film.
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Sponsor: Visit https://www.cryobank.com/ and use promo code LOVEISLOVE for a free level 2 subscription to their donor catalog, or you can apply it to a level 3 subscription for a discount.Canada’s Gayest Family on TikTok Documentary Details: “Unusually Normal” and “Our Gay Family" (Pending release details on HBO/Netflix and OutTV)
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Lauren and Amanda Brown are back! The interracial lesbian moms share updates on their family-building journey, including Lauren's recent decision to become a gestational surrogate for a two-dad family. They discuss their motivations for choosing surrogacy, the emotional highs and lows, and the intricacies of the process, including a detailed narrative of the screening process, embryo transfer, and matching with the intended parents, offering valuable insights for anyone considering or curious about surrogacy. They also explore broader themes like LGBTQIA advocacy and the true meaning of Pride, highlighting the power of chosen family and the unique bonds within the queer community.
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Surrogacy Journey: Lauren shares the detailed process of becoming a gestational surrogate, from initial contact with an agency to the present 14 weeks of pregnancy.Matching with Intended Parents: The importance of finding a perfect match with the intended parents, which includes aligning values and family visions.Advocacy and Representation: The need for more visibility and support for LGBTQIA families in the fertility and surrogacy industry.Queer Community and Chosen Family: The unique and supportive nature of chosen family within the queer community.Understanding Pride: A reflection on the historical significance of Pride and the contemporary struggles for LGBTQIA rights.
🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈 Lauren and Amanda Brown are known as the Two Mom Browns on social media. The couple uses their platform to share their family-building journey, celebrate their identities, and advocate for LGBTQIA rights and visibility.
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Jaimie gets emotional welcoming Jaymes Black, CEO of Family Equality to the show. They highlight initiatives for supporting LGBTQIA families throughout the country. They also discuss the unsettling rise of anti-trans resolutions within New York’s District 2 CEC board where Jaimie’s kids attend school, and the resulting mobilization and activism. With personal anecdotes and actionable insights, this episode underscores the ongoing fight for equality and the challenges faced even in progressive areas. Join them for a compelling look into advocacy, community, and resilience.
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Authenticity and Identity: Jaymes Black discusses the personal journey to embracing their true name and identity, highlighting the importance of living authentically.Family Equality’s Mission: The pivotal work being done by Family Equality to protect and support LGBTQIA families, including progressive policies and strategic legal battles.Challenges in Progressive Areas: The creeping influence of anti-trans and anti-LGBTQ rhetoric even in traditionally liberal areas, exemplified by recent events in New York City schools.Community Mobilization: The necessity for LGBTQIA families and allies to become actively involved in local governance and school boards to counteract regressive measures.Importance of Representation: How visibility and representation in all spheres of life can combat misinformation and build stronger, more inclusive communities.
🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈 Jaymes Black uses any and all pronouns, and is the president and CEO of Family Equality, the leading national organization for LGBTQIA families. Over the past three years, Jaymes has been at the forefront of advocating for LGBTQIA family rights and inclusion. They are also a devoted parent, wife, and advocate for inclusive family policies and practices. Jaymes has a rich professional history in both corporate and nonprofit sectors, and is committed to uplifting and supporting LGBTQIA families nationwide.
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Sponsor: Visit https://www.cryobank.com/ and use promo code LOVEISLOVE for a free level 2 subscription to their donor catalog, or you can apply it to a level 3 subscription for a discount.Family Equality: familyequality.orgProject 2025: project2025.orgMerch: PEP!: Jaimie’s daughter’s Pride Merchandise shop. All proceeds will go to The Trevor Project: https://www.bonfire.com/store/pep-1/🏳️‍🌈If you like the episode, make sure to leave us a review and support The Queer Family Podcast on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon ⁠⁠⁠for as low as $2/month!
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Jaimie gives a warm welcome to Caitlyn and “Wanda”, the brains behind the hilarious TikTok account "2.ladies.and.2.babies." They chat about how they met, their coming out stories, picking a donor, and what it’s like for each of them to be both bio and non-bio moms to their kids. They also highlight the playful dynamic in their family, sharing their funny take on parenting and the joy of watching their kids embrace their beautiful family identity. The episode mixes in lots of laughs and real talk about the ups and downs of parenting as a modern LGBTQIA+ family.
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Choosing a Sperm Donor: Caitlin and Wanda detail their meticulous process of selecting a donor through a fertility clinic, comparing the experience to online dating.Non-Bio Parent Experiences: They discuss the emotional journey of attachment and bonding with their children, emphasizing that love and connection don't always follow predictable paths.Visibility and Normalization: Their social media presence aims to show that queer families are just as normal and full of love as any other, helping to break down barriers and misconceptions.Engagement with Community: They share how their community's acceptance has been overwhelmingly positive and the important🏳️‍🌈Quotes:🏳️‍🌈
"We wanted to create an account that showed queer families and how normal and silly and goofy and loving and fun they can be." - Caitlyn"Looking through the Cryobank website, it’s literally like plentyofsperm.com is what it feels like.” Caitlyn“We literally refinanced our house to be able to do have our second kid.” “Wanda”🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈 Caitlin and “Wanda” are the dynamic duo behind the popular social media handle "2.ladies.and.2.babies." Together, they bring humor and authenticity to their Social Media Channels, where they share their experiences as a queer family raising two young sons.
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Sponsor: Visit https://www.cryobank.com/ and use promo code LOVEISLOVE for a free level 2 subscription to their donor catalog, or you can apply it to a level 3 subscription for a discount.2.ladies.and.2.babies: TikTok InstagramMerch: PEP!: Jaimie’s daughter’s Pride Merchandise shop. All proceeds will go to The Trevor Project.🏳️‍🌈If you like the episode, make sure to leave us a review and support The Queer Family Podcast on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon ⁠⁠⁠for as low as $2/month!
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Jaimie sits down with Vicky and Charisse Pasche, the founders of the Dapper Boi clothing brand. They share their queer family journey, including the challenges of coming out, their unique fertility experiences leading to the birth of their twins, and the inspiration behind creating an inclusive clothing line. They delve into the importance of visibility, representation, and the power of authentic self-expression through fashion. Their heartfelt stories underscore the significance of community and advocacy within the LGBTQIA+ landscape.
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The Journey to Authenticity: Vicky and Charisse’s coming-out stories exemplify the liberating yet challenging path to self-discovery and acceptance.Birth of Dapper Boi: Inspired by personal struggle with traditional gendered clothing, Dapper Boy aims to make everyone feel comfortable and confident.Parenthood Challenges: The couple shares their IVF journey, including PCOS complications, multiple IUIs, and the eventual birth of their twins.Importance of Representation: Their story underscores the significance of visibility for the LGBTQIA community, providing hope and a sense of belonging.Community and Support: The role of community support in navigating and celebrating queer family life is highlighted as a cornerstone of their experience.🏳️‍🌈Quotes:🏳️‍🌈
"Shopping in the men's department for the first time, for me, it was like a complete shift, and I was so excited, and I started caring about how I looked, and I had this newfound confidence." - Vicky"We created this brand so a plus-size person, like my wife, could feel confident walking into a room, and they didn't have to compromise fit for fashion." - Charisse
🏳️‍🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈 Vicky and Charisse: Vicky and Charisse are the dynamic duo behind Dapper Boi, an inclusive clothing line aimed at providing comfortable, stylish clothing for people of all sizes and gender identities.
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Sponsor: Visit https://www.cryobank.com/ and use promo code LOVEISLOVE for a free level 2 subscription to their donor catalog, or you can apply it to a level 3 subscription for a discount.Dapper Boi Website, InstagramMeet The PaschesMerch: PEP!: Jaimie’s daughter’s Pride Merchandise shop. All proceeds will go to The Trevor Project.
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