Pride Stories: The Podcast Max Kringen and Tellwell Story Co.

In this episode of Pride Stories, we delve into the life of Ace Baker Steel, a passionate filmmaker and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community. Growing up in Rochester, Minnesota, Ace shares their transformative journey from discovering their bisexual identity to coming out as transgender and finding peace within their true self. With a deep affinity for dinosaurs and a unique perspective shaped by autism, Ace's story intertwines personal acceptance with the power of community. Join us as Ace r...

Stepping into the world of Mx. Rachel, we embark on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance, where body positivity and LGBTQ+ experiences intertwine. Rachel, a Moorhead-based teacher, opens up about their journey towards embracing a gender-fluid identity. They offer insights into cultivating an educational space that champions authenticity and empathy among students. The personal narrative takes center stage as Rachel discusses the profound resonance of choosing the gender-neutral honorifi...

Editor's Note: This interview was recorded on September 14, 2023—shortly after our guest publicly came out as a trans woman. Since this conversation, she has taken on a new name, one that suits her beautifully: Margaux. Margaux has given us permission to share this conversation in its original form, which is why you will occasionally hear Katie refer to her as Sean.Join us as we embark on an intimate exploration of identity and authenticity with our inspiring guest Margaux, author of th...

What happens when you finally break free from the shackles of a conservative, homophobic environment and embrace your true identity? You'll discover this and more as we delve into the story of our guest, Ruby Cornell. As a newly out and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, Ruby recounts her journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and overcoming adversity. Ruby takes us through her first year living openly as her authentic self: attending her first "real" Pride, joining a local LGBTQ+ spo...

From her conservative country church's Nativity play to the basement of Fargo's VFW, Lisa Woessner's drag journey has been anything but ordinary. Also known as Xavier Knight, "The Daddy of Fargo", Lisa joins Katie for a heartening conversation about courage, self-discovery, and pride.Every step of Lisa's journey, from embracing her sexuality to embodying Xavier Knight, is a testament to her strength. In this episode, she opens up about managing stage fright, the capacity to love more tha...

In this episode, Katie sits down with Brittany Diedrich, host of the Business Lesbian podcast. Brittany shares the stories of falling in love with the cute girl in her physics class, overcoming internalized homophobia, and finding her voice as an out and proud Business Lesbian.Join us as Brittany recounts her pride journey, teaches us the importance of self-love, community support, and the courage to be different.