Stealth: A Transmasculine Podcast

Stealth: A Transmasculine Podcast
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Stealth: A Transmasculine Podcast

Stealth is a biweekly podcast that captures the stories of transmasculine elders who transitioned before or around the year 2000. Transitioning, for the purposes of our podcast, includes all forms of social and medical transitioning. We value the background and experiences of our transmasculine community, and want to provide a space for those of us who are often overlooked. The term “stealth” highlights the fact that for our generation we were often told to hide our past and live an underground existence. Throughout our lives, each of us has had to navigate issues of disclosure which have impacted us in many ways. Visit our website: http://transmasculinepodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transmaculinepodcast/ Twitter: @PodcastStealth Be sure to buy cool STP tees and hoodies here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/stealth-a-transmasculine-podcast-merch/

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  1. EPISODE 1

    Shawn Aaron

    Shawn is a black queer trans man who uses his lived experiences to inform his intersectional approach to addressing systemic issues related to access to non biased healthcare and gender affirming surgery. Shawn is a dogged advocate, talented artist, a gifted storyteller whose style is warm and engaging. Shawn has nine years of experience as the executive director of Demboys Inc. Dem Bois Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization with the mission to provide charitable financial assistance for female to male, FTM, trans-masculine identified person(s) of color for them to obtain chest reconstruction surgery, and or genital reassignment surgery (gender-affirming surgery) to help them on their journey to live physically, and mentally authentic lives. Dem Bois Inc. exist in order to prevent the overwhelming feelings of dysphoria among trans men of color who have disproportionate access to quality healthcare and or the financial means to obtain gender-affirming surgeries. Dem Bois Inc. is run by trans men of color and their allies who understand the importance of accessing medical transition related care. If you’d like to donate to the gender affirming surgery fund, go to Dem Bois Inc. Shawn founded and hosts the Demboys Podcast. Shawn’s podcast aims to serve as a platform to highlight and amplify the voices of trans men of color and share their transition stories. The Dem Bois Podcast covers other issues related to being a trans man of color, such as dating, fitness, sex, mental health, family, and other topics related to our existence. The podcast aims to amplify trans men of color voices and raise awareness of our lived experiences. Shawn and his guests share heartfelt stories about the experiences of trans men of color. Kai and Jackal are big fans of his show, and in awe of his passion and drive.

    1h 9m

  2. EPISODE 1 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Shawn Aaron Extended

    Shawn is a black queer trans man who uses his lived experiences to inform his intersectional approach to addressing systemic issues related to access to non biased healthcare and gender affirming surgery. Shawn is a dogged advocate, talented artist, a gifted storyteller whose style is warm and engaging. Shawn has nine years of experience as the executive director of Demboys Inc. Dem Bois Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization with the mission to provide charitable financial assistance for female to male, FTM, trans-masculine identified person(s) of color for them to obtain chest reconstruction surgery, and or genital reassignment surgery (gender-affirming surgery) to help them on their journey to live physically, and mentally authentic lives. Dem Bois Inc. exist in order to prevent the overwhelming feelings of dysphoria among trans men of color who have disproportionate access to quality healthcare and or the financial means to obtain gender-affirming surgeries. Dem Bois Inc. is run by trans men of color and their allies who understand the importance of accessing medical transition related care. If you’d like to donate to the gender affirming surgery fund, go to Dem Bois Inc. Shawn founded and hosts the Demboys Podcast. Shawn’s podcast aims to serve as a platform to highlight and amplify the voices of trans men of color and share their transition stories. The Dem Bois Podcast covers other issues related to being a trans man of color, such as dating, fitness, sex, mental health, family, and other topics related to our existence. The podcast aims to amplify trans men of color voices and raise awareness of our lived experiences. Shawn and his guests share heartfelt stories about the experiences of trans men of color. Kai and Jackal are big fans of his show, and in awe of his passion and drive.

    1h 24m

  3. EPISODE 2

    Lucas

    http://www.thecliks.com/lucas-silveira.html Lucas Silveira, frontman of The Cliks, now a solo artist, made history as the first openly transgender man signed by a major label with Warner Music, Tommy Boy/Silver Label in 2006. He's graced global stages alongside Cyndi Lauper, The B-52’s, Debbie Harry, Tegan and Sara, The Cult, and The New York Dolls. As co-host of Vice's Shine True in 2021, he expanded into TV. With over 25 years of live musical experience, Lucas is a seasoned and heartfelt musician and vocalist. Presently a solo performer, he skillfully accompanies himself on acoustic guitar and piano, and has shared his music across the world, from Canada and the US to Europe and Asia. Lucas is a versatile multidisciplinary artist who has explored various realms, including those of TV show hosting, writing, acting, and visual artistry. He has given keynote speeches for Warner Music Canada, Hydro One, Corus Entertainment, and EGALE Canada, spanning schools to corporations, addressing his experience as a transgender musician in the mainstream music industry, trans community, lateral violence, and mental health awareness. Lucas is also an activist and advocate for transgender rights and most recently participated in the EGALE "See The person, Not The Label" campaign that attempts to normalize and humanized the trans experience. Lucas's most recent artistic project was the release of a new solo album in 2021, "The Goddamn Flowers" after a hiatus from public life. Lucas now thrives in writing, song craft, and public speaking. He is currently working on a memoir and an illustrated children's book. Lucas has also ventured outside the music industry with the creation of transgender transition mentorship support program, He+Him+They+Them. He+Him/They+Them is a transformative support program tailored specifically for the underserved trans male and AFAB trans communities. By providing empathetic mentorship, resources, and a safe space, Lucas empowers individuals to navigate their gender journeys with confidence and resilience. His mission is to combat isolation, challenge harmful stereotypes, and foster a more inclusive society where every individual's gender experience is validated and celebrated. In addition, he created the Transcendence in Sound program, a pioneering initiative designed to support transgender musicians in their artistic pursuits. Through mentorship, resources, and opportunities, Lucas aims to break down the barriers he faced himself and create a more inclusive music industry landscape. His goal is to empower transgender musicians to thrive in their careers and amplify their voices within the industry. The pilot program is being offered for free and in person in Toronto only as part of the Toronto Arts Council, Artists In The Library in connection with the Toronto Public Library. You can find all the details on the website at www.hehimtheythem.com Lucas continues to reinvent himself and evolve in his artistic practice, personal life, and activism. For bookings: thecliks@gmail.com. Stream or Purchase here: ​ Bandcamp Spotify iTunes Tidal YouTube Music Amazon Music

    1h 25m

  4. EPISODE 2 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Lucas Extended

    http://www.thecliks.com/lucas-silveira.html Lucas Silveira, frontman of The Cliks, now a solo artist, made history as the first openly transgender man signed by a major label with Warner Music, Tommy Boy/Silver Label in 2006. He's graced global stages alongside Cyndi Lauper, The B-52’s, Debbie Harry, Tegan and Sara, The Cult, and The New York Dolls. As co-host of Vice's Shine True in 2021, he expanded into TV. With over 25 years of live musical experience, Lucas is a seasoned and heartfelt musician and vocalist. Presently a solo performer, he skillfully accompanies himself on acoustic guitar and piano, and has shared his music across the world, from Canada and the US to Europe and Asia. Lucas is a versatile multidisciplinary artist who has explored various realms, including those of TV show hosting, writing, acting, and visual artistry. He has given keynote speeches for Warner Music Canada, Hydro One, Corus Entertainment, and EGALE Canada, spanning schools to corporations, addressing his experience as a transgender musician in the mainstream music industry, trans community, lateral violence, and mental health awareness. Lucas is also an activist and advocate for transgender rights and most recently participated in the EGALE "See The person, Not The Label" campaign that attempts to normalize and humanized the trans experience. Lucas's most recent artistic project was the release of a new solo album in 2021, "The Goddamn Flowers" after a hiatus from public life. Lucas now thrives in writing, song craft, and public speaking. He is currently working on a memoir and an illustrated children's book. Lucas has also ventured outside the music industry with the creation of transgender transition mentorship support program, He+Him+They+Them. He+Him/They+Them is a transformative support program tailored specifically for the underserved trans male and AFAB trans communities. By providing empathetic mentorship, resources, and a safe space, Lucas empowers individuals to navigate their gender journeys with confidence and resilience. His mission is to combat isolation, challenge harmful stereotypes, and foster a more inclusive society where every individual's gender experience is validated and celebrated. In addition, he created the Transcendence in Sound program, a pioneering initiative designed to support transgender musicians in their artistic pursuits. Through mentorship, resources, and opportunities, Lucas aims to break down the barriers he faced himself and create a more inclusive music industry landscape. His goal is to empower transgender musicians to thrive in their careers and amplify their voices within the industry. The pilot program is being offered for free and in person in Toronto only as part of the Toronto Arts Council, Artists In The Library in connection with the Toronto Public Library. You can find all the details on the website at www.hehimtheythem.com Lucas continues to reinvent himself and evolve in his artistic practice, personal life, and activism. For bookings: thecliks@gmail.com. Stream or Purchase here: ​ Bandcamp Spotify iTunes Tidal YouTube Music Amazon Music

    1h 50m

  5. EPISODE 3 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Jonathan Extended

    Jonathan, who grew up in London, England (as well as Saudi Arabia), transitioned when he was 16 years old in the late 2000s. As a teen, he was blessed with a supportive mum who was able to work with him to afford him gender affirming hormone treatment, and he has lived as male for most of his teens and all of his adulthood. Subject of Channel 4 documentary 'The Boy Who was Born A Girl', Jonathan's early medical and social transition was documented on national television which was later turned into a book of the same name that he co-wrote with his mum.

    1h 37m

  6. EPISODE 3

    Jonathan

    Jonathan, who grew up in London, England (as well as Saudi Arabia), transitioned when he was 16 years old in the late 2000s. As a teen, he was blessed with a supportive mum who was able to work with him to afford him gender affirming hormone treatment, and he has lived as male for most of his teens and all of his adulthood. Subject of Channel 4 documentary 'The Boy Who was Born A Girl', Jonathan's early medical and social transition was documented on national television which was later turned into a book of the same name that he co-wrote with his mum.

    1h 12m

  7. EPISODE 4

    Patrick

    Patrick is a 50-ish year old, black, gay trans man. He started his medical transition in 2012 and started socially transitioning on a part-time basis around 2007 or 2008. He discovered language that allowed him to understand himself around 2005., but struggled to take the steps to begin the process for a while. Patrick is a funeral director. “So I guess you'd say that is my "expertise". I've tried to be an advocate for getting information out to the queer/trans community about pre-planning for death to ensure they are recognized/respected in death.” Patrick is interested in weightlifting/fitness/nutrition as hobbies.

    1h 26m

  8. EPISODE 4 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Patrick Extended

    Patrick is a 50-ish year old, black, gay trans man. He started his medical transition in 2012 and started socially transitioning on a part-time basis around 2007 or 2008. He discovered language that allowed him to understand himself around 2005., but struggled to take the steps to begin the process for a while. Patrick is a funeral director. “So I guess you'd say that is my "expertise". I've tried to be an advocate for getting information out to the queer/trans community about pre-planning for death to ensure they are recognized/respected in death.” Patrick is interested in weightlifting/fitness/nutrition as hobbies.

    2h 8m

  9. EPISODE 5

    Max

    Max is a 45-year-old queer man, dad and avid fossil hunter, who began transitioning in 1999. He has lived all over, but his longest stint thus far has been in Philadelphia, where he works as a nurse practitioner in an outpatient infectious diseases practice and specializes in caring for people living with HIV. He is passionate about too many things, some of which include harm reduction, queer history, rocks, poetry and boats.

    1h 8m

  10. EPISODE 5 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Max Extende

    Max is a 45-year-old queer man, dad and avid fossil hunter, who began transitioning in 1999. He has lived all over, but his longest stint thus far has been in Philadelphia, where he works as a nurse practitioner in an outpatient infectious diseases practice and specializes in caring for people living with HIV. He is passionate about too many things, some of which include harm reduction, queer history, rocks, poetry and boats.

    1h 34m

  11. EPISODE 6 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Syrus Extended

    Dr. Syrus Marcus Ware is an Assistant Professor at the School of the Arts at McMaster University. A Vanier scholar, visual artist, activist, curator and educator, Ware uses drawing and painting, installation, and performance to explore social justice frameworks and Black activist culture. His work has been shown widely across Canada in solo and group shows, and his performance works have been part of local and international festivals. He is part of the Black August Arts Residency Collective and a cofounder of Black Lives Matter-Canada. Syrus is curator of the That’s So Gay show and a past co-curator of Blackness Yes!/Blockorama. In addition to penning a variety of journals and articles, Syrus is the co-editor of the best-selling “Until We Are Free: Reflections on Black Lives Matter in Canada (URP, 2020).

    2h 7m

  12. EPISODE 6

    Syrus

    Dr. Syrus Marcus Ware is an Assistant Professor at the School of the Arts at McMaster University. A Vanier scholar, visual artist, activist, curator and educator, Ware uses drawing and painting, installation, and performance to explore social justice frameworks and Black activist culture. His work has been shown widely across Canada in solo and group shows, and his performance works have been part of local and international festivals. He is part of the Black August Arts Residency Collective and a cofounder of Black Lives Matter-Canada. Syrus is curator of the That’s So Gay show and a past co-curator of Blackness Yes!/Blockorama. In addition to penning a variety of journals and articles, Syrus is the co-editor of the best-selling “Until We Are Free: Reflections on Black Lives Matter in Canada (URP, 2020).

    1h 33m
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Stealth is a biweekly podcast that captures the stories of transmasculine elders who transitioned before or around the year 2000. Transitioning, for the purposes of our podcast, includes all forms of social and medical transitioning. We value the background and experiences of our transmasculine community, and want to provide a space for those of us who are often overlooked. The term “stealth” highlights the fact that for our generation we were often told to hide our past and live an underground existence. Throughout our lives, each of us has had to navigate issues of disclosure which have impacted us in many ways. Visit our website: http://transmasculinepodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transmaculinepodcast/ Twitter: @PodcastStealth Be sure to buy cool STP tees and hoodies here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/stealth-a-transmasculine-podcast-merch/

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