Talking T-ea

Juelz
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My mission is to dedicate my journey of recovery and personal life experiences to advocating for the LGBTQ+ community. Through my podcast, I aim to create awareness, express my lifestyle and culture, and provide education on vital topics such as HIV and transgenderism. I seek to empower listeners by fostering understanding, promoting inclusivity, and offering insights to anyone who wants to learn more.

  1. Trans Rights Are Human Rights

    1D AGO

    Trans Rights Are Human Rights

    Send a text In this episode of Talking T-ea, I slow the conversation down. Trans people are discussed everywhere — in legislation, in comment sections, on news panels — but rarely are we spoken with. This episode is an invitation to shift that. Not to argue existence. Not to demand agreement. But to humanize what too often gets reduced to headlines and political talking points. I speak about the harm of erasure — how invisibility shows up in laws, language, media narratives, and everyday interactions. I unpack how misgendering, policy debates, and public fear don’t just live in theory — they land on real bodies and nervous systems. We explore the truth that fear grows in distance, and empathy grows in proximity. I also highlight trans figures throughout history — Alan L. Hart, Dr. James Barry, Lucy Hicks Anderson, Sylvia Rivera — reminding us that trans people are not new, not a trend, not an experiment. We have always been here. History just keeps forgetting us. Most importantly, I speak from lived experience — not as a statistic, not as a concept — but as a trans woman navigating a world that often debates her humanity before understanding it. Trans rights are not special rights.  They are human rights. This episode is about dignity.  It’s about visibility.  It’s about what changes when we stop talking about people — and start talking with them. If this conversation resonates with you, share it. Start a dialogue. Sit across from someone different than you. Listening changes things. — Juelz Nevarez  Host of Talking T-ea Support the show

    30 min
  2. New Year, New You, New Season — Choosing a Better Year

    JAN 13

    New Year, New You, New Season — Choosing a Better Year

    Send us a text Season 3 of Talking T-ea begins with a grounded conversation about new beginnings — without the pressure to become someone else overnight. In this episode, Juelz Nevarez reflects on New Year’s resolutions, sustainable habits, evolving relationships, and the difference between extremes and structure. This isn’t about perfection or reinvention; it’s about intention, consistency, and choosing a better year one honest step at a time. Juelz also opens the door to deeper community connection. If you have a story, reflection, or lived experience you’d like to share on a future episode, you’re invited to email talkingtea.juelzpodcast@gmail.com . Selected listener submissions may be featured on the show. Thank you to everyone who continues to listen, support, and grow alongside Talking T-ea. If this episode resonated with you, please consider sharing it with someone who may need it — your support helps this conversation reach further. Support the show

    34 min

  3. JAN 11

    Say their names a trans day of remeberance

    Send us a text In this Season 2 finale of Talking T-ea, Juelz Nevarez honors Trans Day of Remembrance, a day dedicated to remembering transgender and gender-diverse people whose lives were lost to anti-trans violence and systemic neglect. This episode holds space for grief, truth, and reflection — naming the realities of transphobia, the disproportionate violence faced by Black and Brown trans women, and the emotional weight carried by those who remain. Juelz speaks to the importance of saying their names, honoring their lives with dignity, and moving beyond mourning into action. We remember because their lives mattered. We continue because ours do, too. Support the show

    18 min
  4. Transgender History: Roots, Resistance, & Revolution- with Dr. Stryker

    11/26/2025

    Transgender History: Roots, Resistance, & Revolution- with Dr. Stryker

    Send us a text This episode of Talking T-ea features a conversation with Dr. Susan Stryker, award-winning scholar, filmmaker, and leading voice in transgender history and studies. Dr. Stryker’s work has shaped the academic and cultural understanding of trans lives for over three decades, including her groundbreaking documentary Screaming Queens and her pivotal book Transgender History. Our discussion explores themes of gender, resilience, storytelling, and the urgency of preserving queer and trans history. The insights shared in this episode reflect Dr. Stryker’s personal scholarship and experience. Any opinions expressed by the guest are her own and do not necessarily represent the official views of Talking T-ea or its affiliates. This conversation is intended for educational and community-building purposes and may reference sensitive topics related to identity, trauma, and lived experience. Listener discretion is advised. Support the show

    30 min
  5. Beyond Their Fear: Why Trans People Don’t Need ‘Special Rules’—They Need Respect

    11/18/2025

    Beyond Their Fear: Why Trans People Don’t Need ‘Special Rules’—They Need Respect

    Send us a text  This episode of Talking T-ea, titled “Beyond Their Fear: Why Trans People Don’t Need ‘Special Rules’—They Need Respect,” responds to a real social media interaction in which a transgender person’s rights were publicly dismissed. The content integrates historical, cultural, and psychological perspectives on gender diversity while addressing the harm caused by stereotyping and discriminatory rhetoric. References to Indigenous gender traditions, global gender-diverse identities, and statements from the American Psychological Association (APA, 2021) are included to ground the discussion in credible scholarship and mental-health research. The episode aims to promote visibility, resilience, and community education while advocating for empathy and equal rights for transgender individuals.  📚 Reference  American Psychological Association. (2021). Answers to Your Questions About Transgender People, Gender Identity, and Gender Expression.https://www.apa.org/topics/lgbtq/transgender  Support the show

    26 min
  6. Breaking Silence, Building Sanctuary: A Conversation with Miryam Kabakov

    10/18/2025

    Breaking Silence, Building Sanctuary: A Conversation with Miryam Kabakov

    Send us a text This episode centers on faith, identity, and advocacy — how one woman’s courage to create space for LGBTQ+ Orthodox Jews sparked healing in communities that once refused to see them.  Through Miryam’s story, you’ll explore:  The intersection of religion and sexuality The emotional and spiritual costs of silence The power of allyship and representation And ultimately — the hope of belonging without abandoning faith   🧭 Talking T-ea Mission Connection  Talking T-ea Value  | Episode Expression Sharing  | Miryam shares her personal and professional journey, amplifying untold voices. Reflecting  | Juelz and Miryam discuss how spirituality, sexuality, and service intertwine. Connecting  | The episode connects faith-based and queer communities through empathy. Hope  | Together, highlight healing, love, and a vision for inclusive faith.  (https://www.eshelonline.org/)  Support the show

    26 min
  7. Coming Out, Coming Home: Finding Truth in a Loud World

    10/13/2025

    Coming Out, Coming Home: Finding Truth in a Loud World

    Send us a text “Today’s episode is close to my heart — a reflection shared in honor of National Coming Out Day. Coming out isn’t just a moment; it’s a lifelong journey of returning home to ourselves. For some, it’s loud and proud; for others, it’s quiet and sacred. Wherever you are on that path, your truth deserves safety, celebration, and love. When I say coming out, I also mean coming home — back to that inner voice that was never wrong about who we are. In a world that often shouts over us, finding peace in our own truth is an act of courage. To everyone listening — whether you’re out, questioning, stealth, or simply existing authentically in your own way — this episode is for you. Let’s sip our tea, share our stories, and keep creating spaces where we can all belong.”  The Center on Colfax in Denver — one of Colorado’s largest LGBTQ+ community centers, offering everything from youth programs to legal clinics to trans resources. If you’re listening and need a place to connect, that’s a great spot to start.  Nationally, a huge shout-out to:  • The Trevor Project — for providing 24/7 crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth. You can reach them at thetrevorproject.org or by calling 988, then press 3. • GLAAD — for fighting every day to make sure our stories are told accurately and with pride in the media. • Trans Lifeline — a peer-run hotline offering emotional and financial support for trans people. Their number is 877-565-8860. • And PFLAG, the nation’s largest family and ally organization, helping parents and loved ones learn how to support the LGBTQ+ people in their lives.  Support the show

    18 min
  8. Juelz and her part 2

    10/06/2025

    Juelz and her part 2

    Send us a text Recovery Isn’t Linear — Relapse doesn’t mean failure; it means you’re still fighting for your life and learning new tools. (National Institute on Drug Abuse, 2020) Community Heals — Sponsorship and service in recovery create accountability, purpose, and belonging. (Narcotics Anonymous World Services, 2016) Living with HIV Today — With treatment and U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable), people with HIV live full, healthy, stigma-free lives. (CDC, 2023) Authenticity Is Power — Accepting yourself as a trans woman and living openly brings healing, confidence, and peace. (American Psychological Association, 2021) talkingtea.juelzpodcast@gmail.com Please send any request for interview and share your story struggles and progress and hop Support the show

    28 min
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About

My mission is to dedicate my journey of recovery and personal life experiences to advocating for the LGBTQ+ community. Through my podcast, I aim to create awareness, express my lifestyle and culture, and provide education on vital topics such as HIV and transgenderism. I seek to empower listeners by fostering understanding, promoting inclusivity, and offering insights to anyone who wants to learn more.

Information

  • Creator
    Juelz
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Talking T-ea
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    Talking T-ea