In the Shadow of the Evening Trees

Jennifer and David von Ebers

An LGBTQIA+ friendly podcast

  1. 05/12/2025

    Episode 81: Happy Mother’s Day!

    We’re back after a short break and we hope everyone had a great Mother’s Day. On this week’s episode, we cover a little bit of everything—from a gala to family legacies, and even a saintly surprise. We start by recapping the Bon Foster Civil Rights Celebration, an annual fundraising event for Lambda Legal’s Midwest Region, which was held in the stunning Modern Wing of the Art Institute. It was a beautiful evening full of inspiration, community, and action. It’s not too late to support the work Lambda Legal is doing. Please consider donating here! Then, David shares the story behind his newest tattoo, which is based on the shoulder patch of the US Army’s 66th Infantry Division in World War II, with whom his father fought some 80 years ago. It’s a powerful tribute to service, legacy, and remembrance. If you’re listening to this on our website, images of the patch and the tattoo are set out below: We round things out with a little unexpected Catholic history… Meet Pope Leo XIV—from the Southside of Chicago. Yes, really. You’ll just have to listen. We hope you enjoy this episode, and if you don’t have support or you feel alone and alienated by what’s happening in today’s world, you’re always welcome to send us a direct message on Instagram (@jenn_and_dave). We are happy to chat with you!  In addition to the audio podcast you can find here, you can watch a video version of this episode (and future episodes!) on our YouTube channel and on Instagram. Until next time, stay kind, stay informed, and take care of yourselves. The post Episode 81: Happy Mother’s Day! appeared first on In the Shadow of the Evening Trees.

  2. 04/22/2025

    Episode 80: Fundraising, Food Finds, and Frightening Headlines

    We’re back with a new episode, and this week we’re diving into a little bit of everything, from our ongoing support of Lambda Legal, to a delicious neighborhood discovery, and yes… some eyebrow-raising political developments. First up, we’re so excited to share more about our fundraising efforts leading up to the Bon Foster Gala on May 9th. It’s such an important cause, and we’re grateful to everyone who has supported our campaign so far. There’s still time to contribute, and if you’d like to donate to our page, we’d be so thankful! Every bit helps in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. And for more information on the cases that Lambda is working on, check out their website. On a lighter note, we recently tried a new restaurant near our house, and, wow, it did not disappoint. We probably never would have found it if not for our local Facebook group, which has turned out to be a surprisingly great resource for everything from food recs to local happenings. If you’re not already in one for your town, we definitely recommend checking it out to see if one exists. It’s a great way to meet new people and stay connected to what’s going on around you, especially if you are new to the area. Of course, no week goes by without a bit of chaos in the political sphere. We touch on RFK Jr.’s troubling remarks about autism, and the incredibly concerning news that Dr. Oz is now heading Medicare and Medicaid. Yes… really.  It’s hard not to feel overwhelmed sometimes, but talking through it together helps. We hope you enjoy this episode, and if you don’t have support or you feel alone and alienated by what’s happening in today’s world, you’re always welcome to send us a direct message on Instagram (@jenn_and_dave). We are happy to chat with you!  In addition to the audio podcast you can find here, you can watch a video version of this episode (and future episodes!) on our YouTube channel and on Instagram. Until next time, stay kind, stay informed, and take care of yourselves. The post Episode 80: Fundraising, Food Finds, and Frightening Headlines appeared first on In the Shadow of the Evening Trees.

  3. 04/13/2025

    Episode 79: Parenthood

    We begin this week’s episode with a reminder that we are raising money for Lambda Legal’s critical work in defending the rights of LGBTQIA+ people and people living with HIV. As Lambda Legal’s CEO Kevin Jennings often says, this is our “What did you do during the War” moment, and we hope everyone rises to the occasion.  For more information on Lambda Legal’s work and their recent successes against the Trump administration’s assault on the rule of law, check out their website. If you’d like to help, you can buy tickets to the Bon Foster Civil Rights Celebration here, or donate any amount on our fundraising page. We then turn to the main topic of this week’s episode, which is parenthood. Specifically, we talk about understanding the assignment, as the kids say — which is to support your children and love them unconditionally no matter who they are or what they do. It’s pretty simple, really, but a lot of parents don’t get it. From accepting your kids’ identity and orientation, to vaccinating your kids for their good and the good of the community, to learning how to cede control when it’s necessary for your kids’ welfare, that’s the job you signed up for and that’s what you’re required to do. We hope you enjoy this episode, and if you don’t have support or you feel alone and alienated by what’s happening in today’s world, you’re always welcome to send us a direct message on Instagram (@jenn_and_dave). We are happy to chat with you!  In addition to the audio podcast you can find here, you can watch a video version of this episode (and future episodes!) on our YouTube channel and on Instagram. The post Episode 79: Parenthood appeared first on In the Shadow of the Evening Trees.

  4. 04/10/2025

    Episode 78: Fundraising for Lambda Legal

    In this episode of In The Shadow of the Evening Trees, we talk about our fundraising efforts for Lambda Legal and the Midwest Region’s annual Bon Foster Civil Rights Celebration, which takes place on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Art Institute of Chicago. You can buy tickets to the event here, or donate any amount on our fundraising page.     The money raised helps with legal costs for the LGBTQ+ Community.  This cause is personal for our family. As parents of a transgender daughter, we care deeply about ensuring that everyone—no matter their gender identity or sexual orientation—has the right to live freely, safely, and with dignity.If you’re able, we would be so grateful for your support. No donation is too small to make a difference. We also discuss a recent news story about an unnamed trans fencer who’s opponent would not fence them because they were transgender. This also brought up that sports in general there are MANY people who are born with certain abilities that help them excel at sports, and being transgender, or cisgender – the playing field is never equal and mindset also plays a big role in how people can be successful in their various sport.   We hope you enjoy this episode and want to remind you that if you feel alone about what is going on in todays world and don’t have support – you are welcome to send us a direct message on Instagram (@jenn_and_dave). We are happy to chat with you!  In addition to the audio podcast you can find here, you can watch a video version of this episode (and future episodes!) on our YouTube channel and on Instagram. The post Episode 78: Fundraising for Lambda Legal appeared first on In the Shadow of the Evening Trees.

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