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This week, Gillian talks to Drew Dalton, the CEO of Report Out, a global human rights organisation for gender and sexual minorities, discussing the organisation's growth and research on human rights abuses experienced by LGBTQI+ communities globally. The conversation also covers geopolitical factors influencing attitudes towards homosexuality and gender identity, the correlation between climate change and social policy, and the launch of Drew's new course on global LGBTQ+ dangers and rights.

Report Out started five years ago with Drew as the founder and seven volunteers, and has since grown to around 100 volunteers across 40 countries. Report Out documents...

This week, Gillian and Jenny discuss the changes in social media platforms, particularly at Meta, and their potential impact on free speech and censorship. They also explored the challenges faced by the trans community on these platforms and the potential solutions, such as moderated Facebook groups and other platforms like Discord.

Subjects include:

Meta's Changes and Free Speech ConcernsDigital Security Act's Impact on SpeechTrans Community Challenges on Social MediaSocial Media's Impact on CommunityEmotional Reflections and Future Planning

You can submit questions to gillian@transvox.co.uk

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This week, we look back at some of the recordings from 2024 which we think are noteworthy or where there is value for the community.

Subjects include:

Jenny, Resolutions and the year just finishedHelen Webberly and her career fighting for Trans health servicesEd Whelan and his book about trans+ surgeriesDee Constantine and their colleague talking about adoption and fosteringKatie Munday talking about trans medicalisation and the ‘gay ideal’

Thanks to all our guests and I look forward to further inspiring and wonderful guests in 2025.

You can submit questions to gillian@transvox.co.uk

This week, Gillian and Jenny discuss the challenges faced by the trans community, the need for a strategic approach to lobbying for change, and the importance of maintaining a positive image of trans individuals in media. They also debated the issue of self-identification and the rights of trans individuals, the potential for trans individuals to gain more influence through corporate power, and the need for trans individuals to be more involved in politics. The conversation ended with a discussion on the importance of strategic planning and lobbying in politics, the failings of unfettered capitalism, and the need for better...

This week, Gillian and Jenny have decided in the midst of all the gloom of recent news (and the weather) to have a more ‘light-hearted’ episode.

Subjects include:

A listener question about ‘coming out’ to their family on Xmas Day!Christmas tellyHow Christmas can be stressful being in the midst of people that may be challenged by your transnessHow Christmas can be wonderful where you can celebrate as yourself and receive appropriate pressies…!Christmas cracker jokes may also be mentioned - some may also make an appearance….

Happy Christmas and/or Happy holidays to all our list...

This week, Gillian meets Katie Munday and Dr Virginia Quinney to round out and conclude their discussions around the Trans Plus Experiences of Cancer Screening Services project, focusing on improving healthcare accessibility for trans individuals, particularly in cancer services. They also explored the challenges faced by trans and non-binary individuals in healthcare settings, the importance of communication and understanding, and the potential impact of compassion fatigue on healthcare professionals.

Subjects included:

Trans Plus Experiences and Cancer ServicesImproving Cervical Screening AccessibilityChallenges in Accessible Healthcare SystemsChallenges for Trans Individuals in HealthcareGender Pronouns and Healthcare ChallengesImproving Healthcare for Trans...

This week, Gillian meets Dr Helen Webberley, one of the icons of trans+ healthcare to discuss the complexities of gender identity, the importance of understanding and embracing diversity, and the need for better education and training for doctors in trans+ healthcare. They address the challenges faced by the NHS, particularly in relation to transgender healthcare, and the potential for digital technology to improve all healthcare. The conversation concluded with a discussion on the importance of understanding and accepting non-binary individuals.

Subjects include:

Helen’s Trans+ understanding and Healthcare Journey Understanding Gender Identity and BiologyEmbracing Diversity for Co...

This week, Gillian and Jenny discuss the news from the USA and the treatment of Sarah McBride. The conversation gets a little feisty at times, but it shows that trans+ people can have different views but still remain able to cooperate and move forward together.

They discuss the situation in the US regarding the election of Sarah Mcbride, the first trans Congressperson from Delaware, and the subsequent attempts by Republicans to pass rules banning her from using women's facilities in Congress and on federal property. They agreed that this was a problematic issue, not just for trans...

Gillian and Jenny discussed their shared love for the TV show Strictly Come Dancing, reminiscing about past contestants and the show's evolution over time.

They also discussed the inclusion of people with disabilities in dance shows, the balance between professional dancers and those with less experience, and their experiences with social media platforms.

Additionally, they shared their experiences attending dance performances including a meeting between Jenny and Anton Du Beke....the glamour...!

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This week, Gillian and Jenny discuss the fall-out from the US elections, Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR) and Trans Awareness Week. Discussions covered the need for strategic activism, increased visibility and representation, and the importance of engaging with power structures to effect change.

They both highlighted the significant amount of money spent on anti-trans ads, which they felt was a dangerous level of resources being directed against a small percentage of the population. Gillian. expresses concern that this rhetoric could lead to a rollback of trans rights, while Jenny believes the economy was the main factor driving...