Trandescendant

Trandescendant Podcast
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Trandescendant

Father/daughter duo, Joe and Rya, discuss LGBTQ family issues and how to preserve positive relationships

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    How to Create a Safe Home for Everyone

    What can parents do to create a home where LGBTQ+ children feel truly safe and affirmed? Joe and Rya explore the transformative power of unconditional love and acceptance, revealing how even small acts of rejection can leave lasting scars. By prioritizing communication, affirmation, and inclusivity, we can ensure that our loved ones feel valued and free to express their authentic selves. Joe and Rya share actionable strategies for creating a home rooted in understanding and love. Send us...

    32 min

  2. DEC 16

    The Emotional Cost of Being Queer in Today's World

    The LGBTQ+ experience is often shaped by discrimination, microaggressions, and minority stress. Joe and Rya examine how these challenges intersect with body image concerns and the personal struggles of LGBTQ people. Navigating a world that frequently misunderstands or marginalizes queer identities requires a healthy dose of resilience. This episode gives tips for finding that resilience.Send us a textSupport the show

    33 min

  3. DEC 9

    You Can Overcome Your Negatives Emotions—Here's How

    Struggles with identity and acceptance can weigh heavily on both LGBTQ individuals and allies. Questions of identity can create difficult emotional challenges, from internalized homophobia and transphobia to the anxiety of coming out. External struggles like family rejection and social isolation can also cause difficulties. So how can we overcome those negative emotions? Joe and Rya offer practical advice to build self-love, a supportive network, and strength in connection. Send us a tex...

    30 min

  4. DEC 2

    The Ebenezer Scrooge Guide to Changing Hearts for LGBTQ+ Inclusion

    How can we help the “Scrooges” in our lives become more inclusive of the LGBTQ+ community? We can use A Christmas Carol as a framework to explore practical, research-backed strategies for changing hearts and minds. Each of Scrooge's encounters suggest concrete steps for fostering empathy by sharing personal stories and guiding people toward a more inclusive future. Whether you're confronting ignorance or encouraging reflection, this episode provides essential tools for allies to help bridge t...

    30 min

  5. NOV 26

    A Handful of LGBTQ Films We Think You'll Love

    So much of what we learn about others comes from the media we consume. Listen in on Joe and Rya's conversation about how allies can educate themselves on LGBTQ experiences by engaging with film and television. They share some of their favorite queer movies and reflect on the power of media to foster empathy and understanding. The discussion offers accessible recommendations for those looking to broaden their perspective, while also exploring the emotional impact of LGBTQ narratives. It’s a wa...

    27 min

  6. NOV 18

    American LGBTQ Milestones on the Path to Affirmation

    What can we learn from the pivotal moments in LGBTQ history in the U.S.? This episode explores key events that have shaped the fight for equality and civil rights within the U.S. government. From the Lavender Scare to the Stonewall Riots, and through landmark legal cases like Obergefell v. Hodges, they reflect on the challenges and triumphs of the LGBTQ movement. This episode highlights the importance of understanding the past to protect the progress made. We must always remember that th...

    31 min

  7. NOV 11

    Two Decades in the Closet: Military Service Before Obama

    From 1981 to 1999. she lived in constant fear of being outed, knowing that discovery could end her career in an instant. In honor of Veteran's Day, Monica Skarban returns to the podcast to share her personal story of serving in the U.S. Air Force as a closeted gay woman. She watched firsthand as friends were dishonorably discharged after being exposed. Despite serving with dedication as a nurse across the globe, from Germany to Saudi Arabia during the Gulf War, she was forced to hide her true...

    26 min

  8. NOV 11

    Bonus Podcast: Our Take on the Election

    For those struggling with the recent election results, this episode offers a bit of encouragement. Joe and Rya share their thoughts on the outcome and present a perspective you probably haven't heard. Send us a textSupport the show

    6 min
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Father/daughter duo, Joe and Rya, discuss LGBTQ family issues and how to preserve positive relationships

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  • Creator
    Trandescendant Podcast
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    115
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Trandescendant
  • Show Website
    Trandescendant

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