Adult Human Female - A Feminist Podcast

In episode 28 Ellie discusses the murder of black woman Breonna Taylor, JK Rowling’s stand against trans ideology and the appropriation of “Two Spirit” by white trans people. Sister Outrider - Black Radical Feminism https://sisteroutrider.wordpress.com/ About Race with Reni Eddo-Lodge https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/about-race-with-reni-eddo-lodge/id1353151856 On Being with Krista Tippett - discussion with Resmaa Menakem https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/on-being-with-krista-tippett/id150892556?i=1000476829447 Black Lives Matter London https://www.facebook.com/BLMLondon/ On Two Spirit appropriation http://culturallybound.wordpress.comhttps://culturallyboundgender.wordpress.com/2013/03/09/toward-an-end-to-appropriation-of-indigenous-two-spirit-people-in-trans-politics-the-relationship-between-third-gender-roles-and-patriarchy/ Maya’s survey https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftqafPToSWb7w5c99wxdubJgHfqA2wkZbAkFsZIiH8_Px5zg/viewform Transgender Trend on Stonewall Schools Guidance https://www.transgendertrend.com/stonewall-autism-stonewall-schools-guidance/ JK’s address info@jkrowling.com JK Rowling c/o Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 27, Ellie talks about JK Rowling's online encounters with some delightful TRAs and explores the world of the demisexual. Black Lives Matter London https://www.facebook.com/BLMLondon/ http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 26, Ellie discusses the US judge asked to recuse himself because he believes trans-identified men should not be referred to as male, and the Academic Hate Speech motion rejected by Oxford University. In Dictionary Corner she explores toxic masculinity and whether all gender is toxic. http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 25, Ellie discusses the decisions around trans ideology made within the UK government and court system over the last couple of weeks, including the announcement that under 18s cannot receive gender reassignment surgery and Freddy McConell’s appeal against the decision for her to be named as her baby’s mother on the child’s birth certificate. Dictionary Corner reveals the definition of a lesbian. Perhaps Diva can take note for next year’s Lesbian Visibility Week. NB I refer to Freddy McConnell’s child as “she” a few times. I actually don’t know the sex of the child, so this may be inaccurate. https://www.womensaid.org.uk/new-rail-to-refuge-scheme-offers-free-train-travel-to-women-fleeing-domestic-abuse/ https://donate.lgballiance.org.uk/ http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 24, Ellie discusses the way the coronavirus pandemic is impacting the lives of both trans people and women. In Dictionary Corner, she explores why Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria is such. worrying phenomenon. http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 23, Ellie discusses Mermaids’ isolation safeguarding breach, Karen Ingala-Smith’s rejection by the Labour Party and the meaning of autogynephilia. Complain about Mermaids lack of safeguarding https://forms.charitycommission.gov.uk/raising-concerns/ http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 22, Ellie discusses the effects of #Covid19 on women, the way some trans people have still managed to be completely self-involved, the appropriation of #IWD2020 and analyses the concept of rewriting history in Dictionary Corner. Apologies for the ropy sound quality at some points in the podcast. http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 21, Ellie discusses the TIM who stole wine whilst brandishing a claw hammer and the TIM who was shot dead after using a women’s bathroom. Shockingly, things are not all as they seem. In Dictionary Corner she discusses the concept of “words as literal violence”. https://www.change.org/p/guardian-news-and-media-support-suzanne-moore-of-the-guardian-for-championing-women-s-rights?recruiter=460654314&recruited_by_id=d3301ef0-b4d8-11e5-b5ea-d90dc6a93cf4&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=copylink&utm_campaign=psf_combo_share_initial http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 20, Ellie discusses the teacher who wants to use his students' toilet, the tragic death and misrepresentation in the media of Hannah Baxter and THAT crocodile cartoon. Plus Dictionary Corner gives a helpful breakdown of biological essentialism. https://www.oxfordreference.com/view/10.1093/oi/authority.20110803095507973 http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 19, Elie discusses the two important cases that were in court this week - Harry Miller’s Fair Cop Judicial Review and the criminal case brought against mother of two, Kate Scottow, for calling Stephanie Hayden a “pig in a wig”. Dictionary Corner examines the spousal veto and why TRAs are campaigning to remove it from legislation. Bin the Bill consultation https://forwomen.scot Spousal Veto https://blogs.spectator.co.uk/2020/02/the-minister-who-politely-refused-to-play-the-trans-language-game/ http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 18, Ellie discusses a Stonewall-backed children’s book about a girl with a trans-identified dad, a survey from the Diva Lesbian Visibility Week for LGBTQI women and the disturbing concept of “drag kids”. Cup of tea and consent https://youtu.be/pZwvrxVavnQ LGB Alliance https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/lgb-alliance?utm_id=108&utm_term=6wxZp9G49 Nothing Ever Happens Here review https://childrenoftransitioners.org/2020/01/31/your-childhood-now-freshly-whitewashed-reviewing-nothing-ever-happens-here/ http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 17, Ellie talks about the young girls seeking labiaplasty, Starbucks association with Mermaids and what we can do to help and support trans widows. http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 16, Ellie talks about the transgender couple who were "misgendered" on their child's birth certificate, explores the lesbophobia present on the streets, in gay bars and at the upcoming Lesbian Visibility Week, as well as discussing what it means to have a document that is a "legal fiction". http://patreon.com/ahfpod https://teespring.com/stores/adult-human-female

In episode 15, Ellie discusses the mum who is considering labelling her son as non-binary to avoid sexist school dress-codes, the prevalence of online grooming amongst pre-teen girls and exactly what is involved in getting a neo-vagina. http://patreon.com/ahfpod http://paypal.me/ahfpod

In episode 14, Ellie is joined by special guest DJ Lippy from Make More Noise. Together they discuss the High Court judgement that a paedophile will not be treated for gender dysphoria by the Tavistock and the British teen who has been found guilty of fabricating a gang rape in Cyprus. DJ Lippy tells us all about Make More Noise's upcoming event "The Elephant in the Room: Hate Crime" and Ellie looks at cross-sex hormones in Dictionary Corner.

In episode 13, Ellie discusses Suranne Jones' body hair, the trans couple having a baby via surrogate and JK Rowling's support of Maya Forstater and biological reality. In Dictionary Corner she enters the world of the neo-phallus. https://www.crowdjustice.com/case/challenging-occ-transgender-schools-guidance/ http://patreon.com/ahfpod http://paypal.me/ahfpod

In episode 12, Ellie talks about the virginity myth and the abusive practice of hymen checks, and discusses the many problems with puberty blockers. Don't forget to order Rachel Rooney's new children's book 'My Body is Me' from https://www.transgendertrend.com/product/my-body-is-me/

In episode 11, Ellie discusses the similarities between FGM and “bottom surgery” on ftm transmen, the insidious way pro-trans legislation is promoted and looks into mastectomies of healthy breasts in Dictionary Corner.

In episode 10, Ellie talks about a petition for a third space for transgender toilets, the Guardian's controversial Blind Date and explores the world of breast binding in the start of a Dictionary Corner series looking at physical transition. https://www.transgendertrend.com/product/my-body-is-me/ https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/support-debbie-harries

In episode 9, Ellie discusses the gender critical cases currently before a judge, the discrimination against a breastfeeding mother by her employer and the murder of Grace Millane. Plus, Dictionary Corner takes us into the shady world of Drag Queen Story Time.

In episode 8, Ellie discusses liberal feminists protesting the closure of a lap dancing club, the inherent sexism in transing children, how 5 London primary schools are challenging sexism and what fitting room staff actually think of their self-ID policies. Plus, a rather disturbing look at kink-shaming in dictionary corner. https://www.ipetitions.com/petition/labour-womens-declaration

In episode 7, Ellie discusses rapper T.I.'s policing of his daughter's sexuality, different brands that are supporting or endangering women with their policies, the risks women can face to their careers when they speak out about women's rights under the Equality Act and the first steps to be taken by the new LGB Alliance. And in Dictionary Corner, Ellie tries to make sense of the concept of "cisgender".

In episode 6, Ellie discusses the Jessica Yaniv waxing tribunals, the arrival of new LGB organisation the LGB Alliance and the transphobic packaging on Always sanitary towels. Plus, Dictionary Corner explores the term "peak trans", in which Ellie explains her own peak trans journey and how we can facilitate that moment for others.

**Warning for adult themes** In episode 5, Ellie discusses Jazz Jennings' mental health issues, the sacking of an NSPCC employee over inappropriate behaviour and how a household margarine brand had dropped Mumsnet for being too TERFy. What IS wrong with that TERF word anyway? Dictionary Corner has the answers.

In episode 4, Ellie Ellis discusses the gay and trans rights cases at the US Supreme Court, the gender neutral toilets at the Old Vic theatre and explains why compelled speech is an affront to truth in Dictionary Corner.

In episode 3, host Ellie Ellis discusses men in women’s sports, Childline’s guide to online porn and the NHS’s new guidance on sex-segregated wards, plus a handy lowdown on “transmisogyny” in Dictionary Corner.

In episode 2, Ellie discusses a "transgender toddler", the case of Freddy McConnell, who wanted to be listed as "father" on her child's birth certificate, and introduces us to the "cotton ceiling" in Dictionary Corner.

In episode one, Ellie talks about Cambridge Rape Crisis Centre's appeal for trans volunteers, one couple's decision to raise a "gender neutral" baby and explores the use of "they" pronouns.