Beau my God

What role do DHT blockers take in your hair growth journey? What challenges arise in owning an LGBTQ+ small business? These are a couple of the questions that host Beau Bradley (they/he) and guest Zy (he/him) discuss in today's brand new episode of the original Beau my God Podcast. Episode 5 of season 4 starts with a look into trans-owned DR DHT Beard Products, hormone safe beard oil and other products and expansions, running a small business, and more - Including how goats led to cars which led to beard oil, for entrepreneur and customer-focused business leader Zy. The pair delve into imposter syndrome, the poverty mindset, our nation's economy and anti-trans lens, Nissan Pathfinders, and how to navigate finding safe services when businesses in California must say that they are LGBTQ+ friendly, even if they aren't. You can find more about Zy @SomeTypeOfGay or DHT DHT Beard Products at www.drdht.com . References: https://www.drdht.com http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/beards.htmhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24555-dht-dihydrotestosterone Beau my God is a unique space for trans and gender nonconforming individuals and their allies to rumble about the things going on in our community, all things queer, what it's like to exist in a world that generally doesn't understand usYou can check us out at www.beaumygod.com, and follow us on social media @BeauMyGodPod, if you listen on Spotify or Apple podcasts, leave us a review!

What exactly do the terms Sport Psychology, Sport Science, and Sports Diversity mean? Where does the gay sports scene fit within the world of competition and performance? What does David "Dirk" Smith (he/him/his), founder of Stonewall Performance, managing editor for Compete Sports Diversity, the Community Manager for Virtual Sport Psych, a strength and conditioning coach, sport psychology consultant, sports coach, published research scientist, PhD Student, AND Sports Diversity Leader find satisfying, fulfilling, and encouraging? Listen to this all new episode of Beau my God to hear what Dirk has to say to friend, colleague, and host Beau Bradley (they/he) about all of the above, the World Cup, Gay Games, Sin City Classic, NGFFL, Pride Cheerleading Association, and so, so much more. The pair touch on Dirk's move to Germany and finding his place transforming a novice swim team, using sports to empower authenticity, and even the gay drama in his life.You can find out more about Dirk and Stonewall Performance at www.stonewallperformance.com or on social media @StonewallPerformance . Dirk's Pieces on Episode 3's guests:1. Yunio Martinez and Kicking Out Transphobia: https://competenetwork.com/yunio-martinez-awarded-honor-for-work-in-kicking-out-transphobia/ 2. Salem Lemmon and Rain City Soccer Club: https://competenetwork.com/rain-city-soccer-club-in-thriving-on-building-inclusion-through-intersectionality-and-athletic-development-one-on-one-with-club-president-salem-lemmon/ References:www.stonewallperformance.com www.competenetwork.com www.linkedin.com/in/bttrflyr www.milkfoundation.org https://www.vogue.com/slideshow/sao-paulo-pride-celebration-brazil-2022?fbclid=PAAaa1J0XuePleEqpOEBv3mKCiNHhEukwfhAKwylGsYKHj2TGbkFvmpGWk2TQ https://qz.com/762807/the-first-same-sex-couple-to-compete-in-the-olympics-have-won-gold/amp?fbclid=PAAaZCz6kejxlHyhj2ys22phOd8kJgWbY7oEcX6A1tecaLrVZvfmtuuzsfp3l  https://tucson.com/news/1791-france-becomes-the-first-western-european-nation-to-decriminalize-homosexuality/image_c5cab3c6-299e-5dc9-a473-c6d0f6c06770.html?fbclid=PAAaYrhBNPe5HH8VrE-_8eAa2gcWaQCqVUYA3btpr4KeoUNNNMCyrkoPlXZq4 Beau my God is a unique space for trans and gender nonconforming individuals and their allies to rumble about the things going on in our community, all things queer, what it's like to exist in a world that generally doesn't understand usYou can check us out at www.beaumygod.com, and follow us on social media @BeauMyGodPod, if you listen on Spotify or Apple podcasts, leave us a review!

Where can  trans, nonbinary and gender non-conforming folks safely participate in sports, and why is it so important? How does one stay positive amidst all of the anti-trans bills being proposed in the U.S.? Host Beau Bradley (they/he) of BMG, sits down with founder of Kicking Out Transphobia, Yunio Martinez (he/him/el) and President of Rain City Soccer Club, Salem Lemmon (they/them) to talk about just this and so much more.A key take away of today's episode is how you can watch, play, or support the Kicking Out Transphobia/Rain City Soccer Club friendly on May 21st, 2023 at Cal Anderson Park, here in Seattle, WA.Find out more info:https://www.instagram.com/kickingouttransphobia/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D https://raincitysoccer.org/about/ https://competenetwork.com/kicking-out-transphobia-and-iglfa-partner-for-all-transgender-and-nonbinary-match-at-the-2023-sin-city-classic/ You can also reach Salem Lemmon/RCSC at president@raincitysoccer.org Beau my God is a unique space for trans and gender nonconforming individuals and their allies to rumble about the things going on in our community, all things queer, what it's like to exist in a world that generally doesn't understand usYou can check us out at www.beaumygod.com, and follow us on social media @BeauMyGodPod, if you listen on Spotify or Apple podcasts, leave us a review!

What would drivers education look like if we taught it like we teach sex ed? This is just one of the questions that the book I ❤️ Orgasms: A Guide to More and authors Dorian Solot, Marshall Miller, and Maybe Burke ponder while covering topics ranging from anatomical and pleasure-based sexual education, considerations for folks who are Lesbian, Bisexual, Queer, Asexual, Intersex, Transgender, and/or Nonbinary, and so much more. Co-author of the book, advocate, and award winning writer (among other honors), Maybe Burke (she/her) sits down with host Beau Bradley (they/he) in today's brand new episode of the original Beau my God Podcast to chat about her book, I ❤️ Orgasms: A Guide to More, the Transgender Literacy Project, what Maybe has to say to Baby Maybe, and much much more. Topics covered range from the importance of anatomically correct and identity inclusive sexual education and how communication really makes a big difference. Maybe opens up about her own journey with growing in her sexuality and even shares a few sexy details! You can find Maybe on social media @BelieveInMaybe and also at www.maybeburke.com.  Use coupon code "BeauMyGodPod"  for a discount on your copy of I ❤️ Orgasms: A Guide to More, today!Beau my God is a unique space for trans and gender nonconforming individuals and their allies to rumble about the things going on in our community, all things queer, what it's like to exist in a world that generally doesn't understand usYou can check us out at www.beaumygod.com, and follow us on social media @BeauMyGodPod, if you listen on Spotify or Apple podcasts, leave us a review!References:Solot, D., Miller, M., & Burke, M. (2022). I Love Orgasms: A Guide to More (2nd ed.). Hachette Go.https://www.maybeburke.com Beau my God is a unique space for trans and gender nonconforming individuals and their allies to rumble about the things going on in our community, all things queer, what it's like to exist in a world that generally doesn't understand usYou can check us out at www.beaumygod.com, and follow us on social media @BeauMyGodPod, if you listen on Spotify or Apple podcasts, leave us a review!

What would you do now to heal your inner child, that you weren't allowed to do in childhood? This is just one of the questions that old-roommates, host Beau Bradley (they/he) and guest Erik Shaw (he/him) discuss in today's brand new episode of the original Beau my God Podcast. This episode kicks off season 4 with a recap of season 3 (2022), a round of LGTBQIA+ trivia, and discussions galore. This pair has been friends for over a decade, and had lots to catch up on since they last connected in Los Angeles, where Erik lives, in March. Topics covered range from the importance of transgender and queer representation and the impact of the LGBTQIA+ trailblazers that came before us, what it was like to see each other for the first time in 10 years and since both starting testosterone, how impactful moving to the West Coast has been on both of our individual journeys, and somehow also Marjorie Taylor Greene?!Beau my God is a unique space for trans and gender nonconforming individuals and their allies to rumble about the things going on in our community, all things queer, what it's like to exist in a world that generally doesn't understand usYou can check us out at www.beaumygod.com, and follow us on social media @BeauMyGodPod, if you listen on Spotify or Apple podcasts, leave us a review!

On this episode of Beau my God, host Beau Bradley (they/he) shares lots of current events in the news surrounding the LGBTQIA+ community including the safe return of olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner, the harrowing attack on Colorado Springs' Club Q, and the passage of the Respect for Marriage Act by President Biden, here in the United States.Beau then is joined by Membership Director and DEI Advocate, Trayer Martinez (he/him) of Compete Sports Diversity. Trayer shares some history of the organization, how he became involved in sports diversity, and so much more! Trayer talks about Compete's upcoming Annual Membership Conference and the Compete Sports Diversity Awards occurring in January of 2023, in Las Vegas, and shares what is in the near future for Compete, including getting deeper into visibility for Women's sports! Be sure to check out Compete Sports Diversity at www.competenetwork.com or @CompeteSportsDiversity on social media. Don't forget to rate us and follow along for more of your favorite Queer and Trans content we're on most social platforms @beaumygodpod. Or Check us out at www.beaumygod.com. References:https://competenetwork.com PRESIDENT BIDEN STATEMENT ON BG: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2022/12/08/remarks-by-president-biden-on-the-release-of-brittney-griner/ CHERELLE GRINER STATEMENT ON BG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H38T8eXjQJc https://www.them.us/story/brittney-griner-released-from-russian-penal-colony https://apnews.com/article/brittney-griner-sports-prisons-united-states-government-and-politics-aeee54aed1f989223538cdb9c7a4df27 https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/11/us/brittney-griner-roger-carstens.html https://abcnews.go.com/US/lgbtq-community-deep-mourning-colorado-springs-shooting/story?id=93688317 https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/colorado-springs-shooting-survivors-speak-congress-anti-lgbtq/story?id=95096918 https://apnews.com/article/crime-shootings-colorado-hate-crimes-springs-b9be567920a55986c57af59535ac9f61https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/13/biden-signs-respect-for-marriage-act-to-protect-same-sex-interracial-marriages.html 

In this week's brand new episode of Beau my God, host Beau Bradley (they/he) digs back into The Queer Alphabet to discuss how I is for Intersex,  what that means, the history of the term, and how someone is 1.4% more likely to be born Intersex than as an identical twin. Beau then updates listeners on their trip back to Penn State University for Homecoming 2022, how they were a part of the Alumni Court, and what it was like to be out as a queer and trans human in a space that they had never navigated as their true self. Beau chats how sometimes you don't feel safe as a queer person traveling around the U.S. and how it ended up being a great, healing and inspiring experience. Don't forget to rate subscribe and follow along for more of your favorite Queer and Trans content we're on most social platforms @beaumygodpod. Or Check us out at www.beaumygod.com Sources:1. DONATE to AIDS LifeCycle Ride (Erik Wojciechowski): https://giving.aidslifecycle.org/participant/29252. https://homecoming.psu.edu/courts/alumni-court/ 3. https://isna.org/faq/what_is_intersex/ 4.https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/gender-identity/sex-gender-identity/whats-intersex 5. https://interactadvocates.org/resources/intersex-organizations/ 6. https://www.them.us/story/inqueery-intersex 7. https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3125674/who-are-worlds-most-prominent-intersex-heroes-and?module=perpetual_scroll_0&pgtype=article&campaign=3125674 

In this week's brand new episode of Beau my God the Podcast, Host Beau Bradley (they/he) sits down with very special guest, Erik Wojciechowski (he/him) to catch up on their friendship, their individual experiences as trans folks and what life was like for them back before they realized they were both transgender.The duo chats about how they met at Penn State Berks Campus, Circa 2010, when they were each  repressed in their queer identities. Erik shares what it was like to realize he was trans, what led him to jump all in with his medical transition, and how knowing someone in real life who is transitioning can be a game changer. The pair chat tattoos, exes, and how they used to watch The L Word on DVD.Erik shares with listeners, his experience transitioning from Penn State Berks, to Temple University, to living in Los Angeles, and why he isn't looking back. Erik also flips the script on Beau, digging into what life was like for them in undergrad, who they got a tattoo to impress, and how Fall is a period of starting over and renewal. This episode is exceptionally fun and insightful. Please read the note below from guest, Erik Wojciechowski regarding his participation in the 2023 AIDs Lifecycle Ride!!Episode Marked Explicit for moderate cursing.------ NOTE FROM ERIK about the 2023 AIDs Lifecycle Ride: -------Hey everyone! Totally forgot to mention that I am participating in the 2023 AIDs Lifecycle ride this coming June! This is a charity ride that raises funds for the San Francisco AIDs Foundation and the Los Angeles LGBT Center. The ride takes place over the course of 5 days where we ride 545 miles from San Francisco to Los Angeles. I have always wanted to take on a cycling challenge like this, and am so excited to be participating in a ride that supports those in my community! My fundraising goal is $3500. If you wish to support me in my journey, please follow the link in the episode description and click the blue “Support Our Mission” button right next to my name! Thank you for your support! And thank you for having me on the show, Beau! Hope ya'll enjoy it!LINK TO DONATE: https://giving.aidslifecycle.org/participant/2925

Today's all new episode of Beau my God features special guest, Amanda Ramirez (she/her), an HR professional working in tech and is a volunteer and member of the board of directors for CHEER Seattle, a local LGBTQIA+ nonprofit, who joins us to chat all things growing up in a religious household! Religion is something we have yet to cover on BMG, so settle in with your snack because this is going to be a good episode filled with lots of feelings, growth, and retrospective insight. Amanda openly shares her experience growing up in a household where religion trumped autonomy, and coming out resulted in conversion therapy - something that is still legal here in the U.S. and in countries around the globe. The pair discuss how religion is generational and that its traumas associated with guilt and shame protrude menacingly into adulthood. They also discuss setting boundaries with your parents, vacation bible school, and Beau shares an inside joke on how this episode was almost entitled, "Beau my Gosh." Don't forget to rate subscribe and follow along for more of your favorite Queer and Trans content we're on most social platforms @beaumygodpod. Check us out at www.beaumygod.com where you can find out more info! You can find Amanda on Instagram @uhmannduh Sources:1. https://www.statista.com/chart/27674/map-of-where-conversion-therapy-is-banned/ 2.https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/education/article_97dc38c2-3a0d-11ed-a388-3f7b65892ceb.html 3. https://www.cheerseattle.org 

In this all new episode of BMG, host Beau Bradley (they/he) jumps back into The Queer Alphabet discussing the Q in LGBTQIA+, and how it stands for both Queer and Questioning. In today's episode, Beau focuses on Q is for Queer walking through the history of the term, the turmoil over it within the queer community, and more starting in the 16th century.  To expand upon the feelings behind the term, Beau reads excerpts from a Them article entitled, 9 LGBTQ+ People Explain How They Love, Hate, and Understand the Word “Queer,” because how better to explain such a nuanced term, and conglomerate of perspectives and identities, than with many, many perspectives! Then, Beau then chats health and wellness by walking through some tips and tricks to help when you're feeling overwhelmed. this portion of the podcast ends with a 5-10 minute self-led activity, for you to better prepare for the next time you're feeling overwhelmed by jotting down what is taking up your brain space, prioritizing the things you can change and that have time deadlines, listing out different things that can help when you need to step away, and who to call when you are feeling down.Lots of queer vulnerability and truth in this episode! Tune in now! Don't forget to rate subscribe and follow along for more of your favorite Queer and Trans content we're on most social platforms @beaumygodpod. Check us out at www.beaumygod.comSOURCES:https://www.them.us/story/what-does-queer-mean https://genprideseattle.org/3-differences-between-the-terms-gay-and-queer-and-why-it-matters/ https://www.oah.org/tah/issues/2019/may/queer-history/ Oxford Languages A history of Queer - The National Archives bloghttps://blog.nationalarchives.gov.uk › All blog postshttps://www.them.us/story/what-does-queer-mean https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/what-to-do-when-you-feel-overwhelmed-or-helpless 

On today's episode of Beau my God, host Beau Bradley (he/they), sits down with transgender activist and CEO of TRΔCE - a transition recording and community engagement mobile application for Transgender and Non-Binary folks, and their allies; and co-founder of the all volunteer non-profit, Point of Pride, Aydian Dowling (he/him) to discuss all of the things just mentioned.The pair start out by discussing TRΔCE, including what it's for, how conversations began for the app in 2016, taking about three years to conceptualize and build out the platform, and how it was conceptualized out of Aydian's need to document his own Hormone Replacement Therapy  (HRT) journey. The conversation refocuses around the community that the app has been fostering including how the group of folks (trans, nonbinary, and allies) on the app have a general baseline understanding of where you are coming from, allowing it to be a safer space from the get go. Aydian also shares how TRΔCE is the social media equivalent to pride, or a gay club. It is a space where all folks can feel comfortable to ask questions and grow together. “TRΔCE offers: A customizable dashboard that tracks important elements of someone's transition, such as photos, voice, anniversaries, medication reminders and more.A network of fellow Trans and Non-binary folx and allies that can provide support and share experiences in a safe place, unlike current social media platforms where Trans and Non-binary folx experience hate-speech, harassment and harmful anti-lgbt advertising.An opportunity for allies to grow their allyship through thoughtful connection, and support for their Trans and Non-binary loved ones. A Trevor Project study showed that the support of just one affirming adult in the life of a Trans or Non-binary person reduces suicide attempts by 40%. “Aydian then discusses Point of Pride, a 100% trans and nonbinary run non-profit co-founded with his friend Jeff Main that provides life-changing health care access to gender diverse folks. And also shares some insight into what it has been like to become a father! You can find more about TRΔCE here, Point of Pride here, and you can find TRΔCE on social media @thetrace.app and Aydian @alionsfear . Don't forget to rate subscribe and follow along for more of your favorite Queer and Trans content we're on most social platforms @beaumygodpod. Check us out at www.beaumygod.com ! References:https://katu.com/news/local/king-county-health-officials-confirm-case-of-infant-diagnosed-with-monkeypox Trace & Aydian Bios, Google DocTrace Social Media and Website: https://www.thetrace.app https://www.pointofpride.org 

Check in on Beau My God this week to hear discussion from host Beau Bradley (he/they) on some pretty serious current events, including the latest on the imprisonment and efforts to secure the release of two-time Olympic gold medalist and WNBA allstar #BrittneyGriner; and then monkey pox, covering knowledge about how it spreads, who is at risk and what you can do to minimize your risk to the (lack of) government response, eerily reminiscent of their response to the AIDS pandemic. Beau wraps things up by offering a reminder to practice and maintain coping skills, especially for during times of intense stress or anxiety. However big or small, utilizing coping skills during moments of stress will help both your mind and body to regulate. Don't forget to rate subscribe and follow along for more of your favorite Queer and Trans content we're on most social platforms @beaumygodpod. Check us out at www.beaumygod.com where you can find out more info AND purchase some BMG merch like stickers, hats, and shirts.SOURCES:https://www.theantisocialite.com https://www.beaumygod.com https://www.wnba.com/player/brittney-griner/#/bio https://www.teamusa.org/usa-basketball/athletes/Brittney-Grinerhttps://www.insider.com/brittney-griner-russia-arrest-drug-trial-sentencing-path-home-timeline-2022-8 https://www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/brittney-griner-situation-explained-wnba-star-sentenced-to-nine-years-in-russian-prison/ https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/05/sports/basketball/russia-brittney-griner.html https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/34350486/brittney-griner-nine-year-prison-sentence-compounds-injustice-secretary-state-antony-blinken-says https://www.cnn.com/2022/08/04/europe/brittney-griner-trial/index.html https://www.cnn.com/2022/07/08/sport/megan-rapinoe-presidential-medal-brittney-griner-spt-intl https://www.sportsnet.ca/wnba/article/athletes-call-for-support-freedom-of-brittney-griner-at-espy-awards/ https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/about.html https://abcnews.go.com/Health/biden-administration-declare-monkeypox-public-health-emergency/story?id=87543459 https://www.axios.com/2022/08/05/monkeypox-vaccine-cdc-jynneos https://www.npr.org/2022/07/24/1113197119/monkeypox-symptoms-prevention-vaccines-what-to-know 

Host Beau Bradley (he/they) welcomes back guest Marty Noel Chenyao (he/him) for his third appearance on BMG, to discuss topics like Transgender health care and considerations post Roe v Wade being overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court, current transgender representation in literature, Marty's collection of both writing and photography that can be found on his website www.theantisocialite.com, and much more! The familiar duo chat candidly back and forth about their feelings in today's current world, it's implications on BIPoC and Queer/Trans folks, and then truly dig into queer literature, specifically chatting about nonbinary characters, gender representation, how most stories play to cisgender-heterosexual readers, and how to approach pronouns in a non-cringe way while writing. Marty shares how he crafts his stories, why homophobia and transphobia don't exist in his fiction, and what those conversations look like amongst queer authors and writers.To listen to other BMG Episodes including Marty, check out Season 2 Episode 2, Meet in the Middle with Marty Noel Chenyao, or Season 2 Episode 13, Testosterone is Magic with Marty Noel Chenyao. You can find Marty on social media @the.antisocialite. Don't forget to rate subscribe and follow along for more of your favorite Queer and Trans content we're on most social platforms @beaumygodpod. Check us out at www.beaumygod.com where you can find out more info AND purchase some BMG swag like stickers, hats, and shirts.*episode contains light cursing Sources: 1. The Antisocialite - www.theantisocialite.com 2.  Pure Heroines - https://docdro.id/fa4NkPR 

In today's episode of Beau my God, host Beau Bradley (he/they) breaks further into the acronym LGBTQIA+ as a part of The Queer Alphabet, with T is for Transgender. Sharing the history of the term transgender along with some of the ways the term has changed over time and of course, some statistics to match. Did you know that 1.6 Million people in the US ages 13 and up identify as Transgender? (14). Beau then slows it down for the first in a while Beau Brief, where they share their recent covid experience, what he was up to during Pride Month, and FINALLY shares how much money we collectively raised for CHEER Seattle during the BMG Season 3 Launch Party...hint we made more than $100 per hour of the event! Beau wraps up this episode with a list of misconceptions that he wish folks knew about being transgender, building off of last episode's list from guest, Valina Eckley; followed by our weekly affirmation. Don't forget to rate subscribe and follow along for more of your favorite Queer and Trans content we're on most social platforms @beaumygodpod. Check us out at www.beaumygod.com where you can find out more info AND purchase some BMG merch like stickers, hats, and shirts.SOURCES:https://www.apa.org/topics/lgbtq/transgender https://www.buzzsprout.com/1254728/episodes/7167424 https://transequality.org/issues/resources/frequently-asked-questions-about-transgender-people https://www.pcmag.com/encyclopedia/term/umbrella-term https://www.them.us/story/inqueery-transgender https://transtechsocial.org/about/ https://bookshop.org/books/transgender-history-the-roots-of-today-s-revolution/9781580056892 https://www.hrc.org/resources/seven-things-about-transgender-people-that-you-didnt-know https://www.history.com/topics/ancient-middle-east/sumer#:~:text=Sumer%20was%20an%20ancient%20civilization,as%20modern%20humans%20understand%20it. http://www.phsa.ca/transcarebc/gender-basics-education/terms-concepts/two-spirit https://www.teenvogue.com/story/lgbtq-institute-in-germany-was-burned-down-by-nazis https://www.umass.edu/stonewall/sites/default/files/Infoforandabout/transpeople/genny_beemyn_transgender_history_in_the_united_states.pdf https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/publications/trans-adults-united-states/ https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/subpopulations/transgender-people/ 

Host Beau Bradley (he/they) welcomes back Season 2 guest, Valina Eckley (her/she), to talk all things transgender including Val's personal experiences growing up in rural Wyoming, her coming out story, and how she came to found CHEER Salt Lake, an all volunteer non-profit and sibling team of CHEER Seattle! Valina blesses listeners with vulnerability, lots of important insight - especially on asexuality, honest information about the Transgender community, and her signature humor - despite Valina's  insistence that she isn't punny! The pair discuss high school and second puberty, what it was like growing up knowing your were different - but not knowing quite well, agreeing that right now is the best time in both of their lives.  Then Valina shares the story of Mathew Shepherd, a freshman at the University of Wyoming who was violently murdered in October 1998 following in a horrific act of homophobia, and what it was like to be the only out/openly transgender student at the University at that time. She credits this incident as a part of her hormone journey which included a move to San Francisco!Discussions turn to her upcoming vulvaplasty, and her decision to have that procedure versus a vaginoplasty, Val's feelings on transgender participation in sports, especially following the influx of  anti-transgender legislation across the country. Highlighting Utah's recent ban on trans girls in sports. Valina, shares her perspective as a trans athlete, and leader, team founder, and the true trailblazer that she is, including what she and CHEER Salt Lake (CSL) are doing to fight back including telling her personal story publicly on Transgender Day of Visibility, and CSL's involvement with Genderbands on getting children's books with trans and non-binary representation in the shelves of every public library in the State of Utah. Like we said, trailblazer! We could keep sharing what Valina and Beau discussed, or you could listen yourself to absorb all of the information you can get from this pair.Find out more about CHEER Salt Lake at @CheerSaltLake or https://cheersaltlake.org AND check out their book project, where you can also donate at https://secure.givelively.org/donate/cheer-salt-lake/transgender-children-s-book-drive Find Valina's TikTok at @TransCheerValFind out more about Gender Bands at @GenderBandsDon't forget to rate subscribe and follow along for more of your favorite Queer and Trans content we're on most social platforms @beaumygodpod. Check us out at www.beaumygod.com where you can find out more info AND purchase some BMG swag like stickers, hats, and shirts. 

As Pride Month 2022 ramps up, join host Beau Bradley (he/they) as he sits down with Executive Director of local Seattle non-profit, GenPride, Steven Knipp (he/him), to discuss some LGBTQIA+ History, Steven's personal experiences as a part of our community, and what it is like for our elders to stay active  and connected, especially in the pandemic era. GenPride is an organization that advocates for the unique needs of older LGBTQIA+ adults, offers innovative programs and services that promote wellbeing and prevent social isolation, cultivates belonging through community connection, and works to eliminate discrimination in all its forms. To find out more about GenPride, it's programs, or how you can get involved (at any age), check out https://www.genprideseattle.org or find them on social media @GenPrideSeattle.Beau finishes the episode with a mental health check in for the community, which is especially important right now, during the Pride Month Rush, and caps it off with an affirmation. Don't forget to rate subscribe and follow along for more of your favorite Queer and Trans content we're on most social platforms @beaumygodpod. Check us out at www.beaumygod.com where you can find out more info AND purchase some BMG swag like stickers, hats, shirts. Sources:https://genprideseattle.org https://news.gallup.com/poll/329708/lgbt-identification-rises-latest-estimate.aspx 

On this hot-button episode, host Beau Bradley (He/They) discusses the implications of a the leaked, initial draft supreme court majority opinion written by Justice Samuel Alito, showing that the U.S. Supreme Court has voted to overturn Roe v. Wade, on the LGBTQIA+ Community.He speaks from the heart on why thisis so dangerous for all folks, especially menstruators, people with uteruses, and minorities as a whole. He breaks down a list of landmark legal civil rights rulings in the U.S. based on the legality of Roe v. Wade, including anti-sodomy laws and same-sex marriage.  Beau then shares a personal exchange they had on Instagram.Then they cool off their raging temper, by sharing the modern history (1900s-Today) of B is for Bisexual, with interesting comparisons between the 1920s and today. Some out and proud bisexual celebrities that you might know include: Aaron Carter, Alanis Morissette, Aubrey Plaza, Azealia Banks, Cardi B, Carol Baskin, David Bowie, Frank Ocean, and Lady Gaga, there is a much more inclusive list with sources/quotes/etc., on www.bi.org .Beau wraps up this episode with an FYI about upcoming event Pillars of Pride: Honoring our LGBTQIA+ Elders. This event, hosted by GenPride will honor seniors from the community, You can find out more about this event at https://genprideseattle.org/pop/Ending with a brand new, self-written affirmation, Beau then leaves listeners with the message, Find out how to support the rights of people with uteruses, Check your gendered language, and believe in yourself! SOURCES:https://www.politico.com/news/2022/05/02/supreme-court-abortion-draft-opinion-00029473 https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/what-is-roe-v-wade https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2022/05/roe-overturned-bodily-autonomy-american-constitution/629780/ https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/data/the-history-of-abortion-rights-in-washington-state/ https://www.lcsun-news.com/story/opinion/2022/01/23/overturning-roe-would-also-devastate-lgbtqia-community/6621484001/ Historicizing (Bi)Sexuality: A rejoinder for Gay/Lesbian Studies, Feminism, and Queer Theory by Steven Angelideshttps://www.nsvrc.org/blogs/Bi-phobia-series/bi-history https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bisexual https://bi.org/en/101/bisexuality https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/evolution-word-bisexual-why-it-s-still-misunderstood-n1240832 https://www.glaad.org/biweek2021 https://genprideseattle.org/pop/ https://www.hrc.org/resources/bisexual-faq

Come celebrate Lesbian Week of Visibility (April 25-May 1, annually), with host Beau Bradley (he/they) and special guest Ainara "Nana" Luque (she/her). The duo laugh through this too-incredible-to-cut-down episode discussing Lesbian and LGBTQIA+ community visibility, breaking down the U.S. population of Lesbians by generation, and really digging into Ainara's sexuality journey. Our incredible guest shares what it was like growing up as a Queer youth in Spain, and how it was to move on her own to the United States.  Nana gets extremely vulnerable and shares many nuggets of information that will not only be helpful for anyone to hear, but healing for many queer people listening. The pair break down lesbian stereotypes, experiences and reasons why it can be scary to be LGBTQIA+ in public, when Nana realized she was a lesbian, and more! This is an episode you DO NOT want to miss! Find Nana's Queer poetry on Instagram @AraniasThoughts! *This episode is marked as explicit for moderate cursing. Sources:1https://www.losangelesblade.com/2022/04/26/lesbian-visibility-week-2022-is-here/ 2https://news.gallup.com/poll/329708/lgbt-identification-rises-latest-estimate.aspx   3https://www.statista.com/statistics/797321/us-population-by-generation/  4https://www.advocate.com/commentary/2022/4/25/founder-lesbian-visibility-week-linda-riley-why-it-matters 5https://www.lovewhatmatters.com/6-positive-affirmations-for-every-trans-gender-non-conforming-individual-lgbtqia-mental-health-self-care-love-kindness-ally/  6https://www.hrc.org/resources/fatal-violence-against-the-transgender-and-gender-non-conforming-community-in-2022 

On tonight's all new episode of Beau my God, special guest Rose Bradley (they/them) joins spouse and host, Beau Bradley (he/they) for a recap of their recent cross country flight, Rose's run-in with TSA, and more! Catching up on current events like new Transportation Security Administration (TSA) policies and procedures, and recapping the in-person Beau my God Season 3 Launch Party, this is a jam packed episode you don't want to miss.Beau breaks down the G in LGBTQIA+ for this episode's ode to The Queer Alphabet, with the history of the word gay, or gai, or gey - depending on the century and origin. This personal, deep episode is informative, educational, and a lot of fun! Don't forget to rate subscribe and follow along for more of your favorite Queer and Trans content we're on most social platforms @beaumygodpod. Check us out at www.beaumygod.com where you can find out more info AND purchase some BMG swag like stickers, hats, shirts. SOURCES:https://www.tsa.gov/transgender-passengers https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2021/06/16/trans-travel-tsa-lgbtq/ https://www.ustranssurvey.org/reports https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gay https://www.gayly.com/history-word-“gay”https://pivotalcounselingcenter.com/lgbtq-affirmations/ 

The third season of Beau my God starts off with host Beau Bradley (he/they) setting expectations for this season, breaking down the L in LGBTQIA+, and discussing International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV), which occurs on March 31st every year.Beau brings back The Queer Alphabet starting off strong with explaining the L in LGBTQIA+. Are there queer terms you don't know, don't understand, or haven't heard before? Well look no further, this podcast breaks queer terms into bite size, approachable pieces for every person interested in learning.Speaking of TDOV,  join us at Rose Temple in Seattle from 7-10 on March 30, 2022 for the Season Three Launch Party with performances by CHEER Seattle, DJ Pretty Please, and Jeannie Rak!! This event is benefiting CHEER Seattle, to find out more or learn how to donate, visit this link: www.cheerseattle.org This week's episode ends in the new ritual of an affirmation and a call to action, asking listeners to share this podcast with their friends and family. Let's create some visibility for the next LGBTQIA+ generation! Sources:https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lesbian https://outtv.ca/uncategorized/international-lesbian-day/ https://news.gallup.com/poll/329708/lgbt-identification-rises-latest-estimate.aspx https://www.census.gov/popclock/ https://www.nclrights.org/get-help/resources/ https://www.glsen.org/activity/transgender-day-visibility https://www.glaad.org/blog/transgender-day-visibility https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/help-yourself/lgbtq/  https://blavity.com/7-important-affirmations-for-lgbtq-youth-to-help-boost-confidence-and-resiliency?category1=trending&category2=world 

On the very last episode of Beau my God Season Two, host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with their spouse, Rose Bradley (they/them) to catch up on the holidays, life going into another year of the 2020s, and for a brief One Year on Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy (GAHT) Q&A session. The pair get vulnerable and honest talking about how challenging it has been to get through Beau's 6-week long journey of not walking post-knee surgery, the physical and emotional changes since starting testosterone therapy, and much more! Don't forget to catch up on Beau my God while they take a hiatus until March.Season three begins on March 30, 2022. Until then, remember to rate subscribe and follow along for more of your favorite queer and trans content. You can find us on social media @BeauMyGodPod or at www.beaumygod.com. 

With one episode left until the end of the year, host Beau Bradley (he/they) gets real about burnout, imposter syndrome, and being queer around the holidays. We all know it is hard to keep going in this part of the season when it's dark at 4pm and we are ready for bed by 7. Join Beau in speaking affirmations to build up yourself heading into the holidays and end of the year celebrations. Then join Beau as he chats with special guest Will Riley aka The Gays. Will shares what it is like for him as a queer musician, what inspired his latest single, Typecastastrophy! (released in June 2021),  and what music he is really into. Don't miss this all new episode, out now! Marked Explicit for some cursing, sorry not sorry!Resources:https://www.verywellmind.com/imposter-syndrome-and-social-anxiety-disorder-4156469 https://www.wearyourvoicemag.com/non-binary-self-care-tips/ https://www.queertheology.com/queer-holiday-tips/ https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/positive-affirmations-morning-routine Guest Photo: Will Riley

On this episode of Beau my God, host Beau Bradley (he/they) shares updates on the 40th and 41st Trans and/or Gender Non-Conforming individual to be killed in the United States in 2021, sharing statistics on hate crimes, words from loved ones, and how this compares to last years numbers. He shares information about Rachel Levine, who was sworn in Tuesday as a four star admiral, the first openly Transgender individual to be that high up in government. Beau discusses International Pronouns Day, the third Wednesday in October Annually, how you can share your pronouns as an Ally, and where to find more information (www.pronounsday.org). They also discuss the Dave Chappelle Netflix Special and how Netflix and Co-CEO Ted Sarandos have responded to the backlash from the public and Netflix Employees. This one is a doozy! Last but certainly not least, Beau sits down with Seattle local Jery Che (they) who is the primary organizer of a few 2021 Seattle Trans meet ups including upcoming Transoween! Join Jery, Beau, and hopefully hundreds of new Transgender and GNC friends on Saturday October 30, 2021 at Seward Park from 3-10pm. More information can be found by following @SeattleTransJoy on Instagram or Searching for Transoween on Facebook or at  https://transoween.com. Please remember to rate, subscribe and follow along for more queer and trans content, you can find us on social media @beaumygodpod. Sourceshttps://www.hrc.org/news/hrc-mourns-royal-poetical-starz-black-transgender-woman-killed-in-miami-gardens-florida In Memory of Royal Poetical Starz, organized by Candela LLC https://www.hrc.org/news/hrc-mourns-zoella-zoey-rose-martinez-latina-transgender-woman-killed-in-seattle-washington https://www.wsj.com/articles/netflix-co-ceo-says-he-screwed-up-when-defending-dave-chappelle-special-11634696007 https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/20/politics/dr-rachel-levine-admiral-transgender/index.html https://pronounsday.org/https://transoween.com 

Welcome back to Beau My God, as host Beau Bradley (he/they) begins to re-structure the podcast into segments! In this week's all new episode, Beau catches us up on some current events in the LGBTQIA+ community including how a Human Rights Tribunal in British Columbia enforced mandatory training and fees from a local restaurant after the business fired a waiter for speaking up against being misgendered in the work place, how an Orlando teen became the first Transgender Homecoming Queen in school history, and a catch up with Beau on his journey with Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy (GAHT), also known as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), or Testosterone if you are being specific. Then the episode ends with a reading from Alok Vaid-Menon's book, Beyond the Gender Binary.  Let us know your experiences on the differences between how you perceive your gender identity and how society perceives you! Share with us what you want to hear about! Or who you want to learn from! Go to  www.beaumygod.com and check out our merch including hoodies, stickers and hats!! Sources:https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/b-c-server-who-was-fired-after-asking-to-be-addressed-by-correct-pronouns-awarded-30k-1.6194662https://www.them.us/story/canadian-court-rules-misgendering-human-rights-violation https://www.them.us/story/philadelphia-unveiled-mural-celebrating-trans-people https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-community-voices/philadelphia-unveils-first-mural-celebrating-transgender-people-rcna2569 https://www.wesh.com/article/orlando-first-transgender-homecoming-queen/37778504# Vaid-Menon, Alok. 2020. Beyond the Gender Binary. New York, NY: Penguin. 

This week's all new episode of Beau my God features two guest from the world's first Transgender Cultural District, which lies in the heart of San Francisco, CA, USA.Host Beau Bradley (he/they) is joined by Juniper Yun (she/they), Director of Cultural Affairs for The Transgender District; and Jupiter Peraza (she/her), Director of Social Justice and Empowerment for the Transgender District, who walk Beau (and listeners) graciously through the history of the 1966 Compton's Cafeteria Riots and the history of the Tenderloin in San Francisco. This episode shares not only crucial San Francisco history, but also Trans and Queer history, information about the history of racism and transphobia in our world, a lot of truth, and a some #TransJoy as well.  Listen in to hear how the organization helped to make history yet again, as they await the initiation of August as the official Transgender Pride Month for the City of San Francisco, and how you can commemorate the history of the Compton's Cafeteria Riots with Juniper, Jupiter, and the rest of the Transgender District on Sunday August 29th, 2021 from 12-4pm on the 100 block of Taylor Street in San Francisco. Thank you so much to the Transgender District for sharing your initiatives, history, and future plans with us. You can find more about our guests this week at www.transgenderdistrictsf.com or on social media @trasngenderdistrict . Don't forget to rate, subscribe, and follow along for more Beau my God! You can visit our website www.beaumygod.com or find us on social media @beaumygodpod . 

On this short and sweet episode, host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with returning guest and partner Rose Bradley (they/them) for an update on their pronouns, and to celebrate one year of existence for BMG, which initially published for the first time on 8/1/2020. This cheery recap and rounded discussion is filled with giggles and even a tiny clip of Beau's pre-testosterone voice (if you can remember what that sounded like)! Don't forget to rate, subscribe and follow along for more Beau my God! You can find us on Instagram @BeauMyGodPod or at www.beaumygod.com 

On this week's episode of Beau my God, host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with returning guest Marty Noel Chenyao (he/him) from www.theantisocialite.com to discuss gender, the gender binary, testosterone, feelings, and so much more.  In this up close and personal episode, both Marty and Beau share some of the  changes they have noticed since starting Testosterone, discuss their respective definitions of Non-Binary, and consider what the world would look like without gender. This introspective and raw episode might just answer some of your questions... and if not... stay tuned for more, because Marty will indeed be back! You can find Marty on IG @the.antisocialite !Don't forget to Rate, Subscribe and Follow for more Beau my God! You can find us on IG @BeauMyGodPod, we're also on Facebook, Etsy, Twitter, TikTok and more! 

In this episode of Beau my God, host Beau Bradley (he/they) speaks directly to listeners about Pride month, LGBTQIA+ rights and advocacy, the emotions and feelings that accompany June every year, and lots more. The most important part of this week's all new episode?How you can be an ally, an advocate, and an all around good Queer, ALL YEAR LONG! Don't miss this short chatty episode with Beau who gets into his feels and opens up passionately about what Pride month means to them.References and Links: https://www.aclu.org/legislation-affecting-lgbt-rights-across-country https://www.thetrevorproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Guide-to-Being-an-Ally-to-Transgender-and-Nonbinary-Youth.pdf https://www.hrc.org/press-releases/2021-officially-becomes-worst-year-in-recent-history-for-lgbtq-state-legislative-attacks-as-unprecedented-number-of-states-enact-record-shattering-number-of-anti-lgbtq-measures-into-lawhttps://www.aclu.org https://pflag.orghttps://www.hrc.orghttps://www.google.com Music: The Gays Watch:Docu-Series: Trans in TrumplandDocumentary: DisclosureTV show: Pose TV show: The L Word Generation QTV show: The Real L Word TV show: Feel GoodDonate:https://www.thetrevorproject.orghttps://www.cheerseattle.orghttps://www.pridecheerleadingassociation.org 

Happy second week of Pride month! This week's all new Beau My God episode features both founding members and members of the board of directors, for the Pride Cheerleading Association (PCA), an affiliation of Member Teams united by a common philanthropic mission: to support people living with life-challenging conditions in the LGBTQ+ community and beyond. Conceived in 2004 from the natural evolution of community-based, charitable cheerleading, PCA is now a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit organization.Host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with 5 enchanting guests, including PCA co-founder and current Secretary, Sara Toogood (she/her); PCA Co-Founder and member of CHEER Salt Lake, Valina Eckley (she/her); PCA Board Director and Coach for Cheer New York, Colyn Fiendel-Milani (he/him); Program Director for CHEER SF and  former PCA Board President , Anthony Chavira (he/him); and last but certainly not least, 19-year performing member CHEER SF, Nguyen Pham (he/him), to talk about charitable cheerleading; Gay Games 2022 in Hong Kong, and the Federation of Gay Games; and the history behind the charitable organization, originating in San Francisco, California, U.S.A, in the 1980s. Listen in as the six dynamic  volun-cheerleaders discuss community, fundraising, the global reach of PCA Worldwide..wide..wide... (sorry I had to!), and so, so much more! Be sure to check out PCA on Social media @PrideCheerleadingAssociation , online at www.PrideCheerleading.org WAYS TO DONATEPCA Website: www.pridecheerleading.orgPCA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PrideCheerleadingAssociationVenmo: @pridecheerleadingassociationPayPal: @pridecheerleadingassociationYou can find  the extended version of this Beau my God episode on YouTube, with more stories and content, next Wednesday! Stay tuned by subscribing, rating us, and following along on social media @BeauMyGodPod .

Back in full force for Pride month, host Beau Bradley (he/they) returns for Season 2's tenth episode with special guests Chesley Chan (she/her), Claudia Ovejero (she/her), and Max Payne (they/them), community leads from the Inner Cycle, the community portion of the sustainable period lifestyle brand, August.In this fun and engaging episode, the group chats about how August is paving the way to dignified, bold and proud periods including hosting an active virtual community with weekly events such as trivia, live chats, yoga and more; a Gender Inclusivity Guide with Schuyler Bailar; the Ask August database, which includes a plethora of menstruation related information and is backed by a certified medical board, and so much more! Visit their website where you can find all of the information you need! Now let's talk shame-free, gender neutral menstruation :) August Links:Inner Cycle Invite Link: https://links.geneva.com/invite/dcc15e0a-4336-4edf-b302-59892269fa74What is the Inner Cycle? https://www.notion.so/itsaugust/What-is-the-Inner-Cycle-dc345c1b3ff345e8bfe6cfff39086d28August website: https://www.itsaugust.co/ Gender Inclusivity Guide (August x Schuyler Bailar): https://docsend.com/view/ekwhcdpbufxjgd6d August Social Media: IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsaugust/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsaugustco?lang=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/itsaugustco YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe1bFGvrdmgK6uvhRDS-Iig Twitter: https://twitter.com/itsaugustco Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/itsaugustco/_created/ Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/itsaugustco 

In this week's all new episode of Beau my God, host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with Seattle-based singer-songwriter Jeannie Rak (she/her) to chat about Jeannie's journey from growing up in Bangkok, Thailand, to working as a public school teacher, and then as a busker at Pike Place Market in Seattle, Washington, USA.  The duo chat about how Jeannie fell in love with music, what her musical influences are and aren't, and about both of her singles that are OUT NOW on Spotify Music! Laugh along as the pair chat about playing instruments as kids, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, being a #QueerMusician and what she wishes younger Jeannie would know! Don't forget to check Jeannie out @JeannieRakMusic on IG or on Spotify: HERE. And stay tuned for her next single, a cover of Justin Timberlake's 'That Girl'  with Seattle musician Brittany Rogers! Like our podcast, don't forget to like, share and follow! You can find us on IG or Facebook @BeauMyGodPod!! Stay tuned for the video version of this episode dropping on YouTube later this week! 

This week on BMG, host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with filmmaker and director of the docu-series Trans In Trumpland, Tony Zosherafatain (he/him). Tony chats with Beau about why he and his business partner started TransWave Films, a trans-owned  and run production company based in New York, U.S.A; and how the underrepresentation of transgender individuals in film and media was a driving force in the conception of both TransWave Films and Trans in Trumpland. The pair then walk through the four episode series, discussing the journey through North Carolina, Texas, Mississippi, and Idaho where Tony meets with four different transgender individuals experiencing life in the Trump-Era.WATCH Trans in Trumpland: https://watch.topic.com/series/AXchiIcPcjLmwb6_WDKO Visit their website: https://www.transintrumpland.com and Find them on Social Media @TransInTrumplandPhotos Courtesy of TransWave Films: https://www.transwavefilms.com 

In this episode, host Beau Bradley (he/they) discusses upcoming National Day of Silence for LGBTQIA+ Students, which occurs on the second Saturday in April every year.  He breaks down GLSEN (Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network) - the organization behind Day of Silence, and their 2019 National School Climate Survey to explain the harrowing statistics and reasons why we need to protect queer students today, and every day. All students deserve a safe and stable learning environment. Then, Beau sits down with Pennsylvania State University students Christina Baker (she/her) and Necla Kara (he/him), the leadership behind a new project, Ally House Jr. This student-run project is currently in communication with campus administration, requesting to build a tiny rainbow colored art gallery on campus. This small structure would contain art from queer artists and hold fundraising efforts to raise money for Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming students on campus to put towards their medical transitions. Necla mentions that he came up with this idea while being approached in his role as President of Ally House - a LGBTQIA+ Student Living Option at Penn State, where students and residents were asking for resources related to surgical funding. If you are interested in donating artwork or money to Ally House Jr, please DM them on social media. You can find them on Instagram @Allyhousejr.psu or on Twitter @Allyhousejr_psu. You can also find Ally House, the Student Living Option @Allyhouse.psu on IG. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and follow along @beaumygodpod on IG and/or Facebook! Resources and References: GLSEN 2019 NSCS Full Report: https://www.glsen.org/sites/default/files/2021-04/NSCS19-FullReport-032421-Web_0.pdf What Are My Rights at School: https://transequality.org/know-your-rights/schools Supporting Trans/GNC Students: https://www.glsen.org/supporting-trans-and-gnc-students A Guide for Schools (K-12) for supporting Trans students: https://www.hrc.org/resources/schools-in-transition-a-guide-for-supporting-transgender-students-in-k-12-s Athletic Equality Index - Athlete Ally https://aei.athleteally.org https://www.thedenverchannel.com/sports/ncaa-unequivocally-supports-transgender-student-athletes-competing-in-college-sportshttps://www.collegian.psu.edu/culture_lifestyle/rainbow-after-the-rain-lgbtq-penn-state-students-share-experiences-challenges-amid-coronavirus-pandemic/article_31d6fb6a-9b1d-11eb-9183-e3e948799980.html 

In today's passionate episode, host Beau Bradley (he/they) discussed Transgender Day of Visibility, and the current anti-trans movement in state legislature, that is unconstitutionally attempting to dissolve medical care for transgender individuals including stopping access to health insurance, stopping hormone therapy, gender affirming care, and mental health access. Some of these bills make it illegal for doctors and other medical professionals to treat their transgender patients without facing the penalty of jail. These and similar anti-trans bills are being introduced in at least 26 states across the U.S., as a result of the current administration's push of the Equality Act. In this short one on one with Beau, he breaks down what gender affirming care looks like, why it's necessary and why these bills are in direct violation of human and civil rights. Then they discuss anti-trans sports bills targeting all athletes in women's sports with new regulations such as gender policing, which involves invasive genital exams to participate in women's sports, state maintained registries of athlete's genders and more.  Has anyone stopped to ask why the cis white men in these court hearings aren't threatened by trans men in men's sports? It's all smoke in mirrors.Discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, gender, and age is prohibited by federal law. So call your representatives and the representatives below, TODAY... to get these terrible inhuman laws vetoed. Resources:www.pinkmantaray.com/transbills www.transathlete.com www.familyproject.sfsu.edu https://www.aclu.org/issues/lgbtq-rights?redirect=issues/lgbt-rights https://www.glaad.org https://www.hrc.org Contact Governor Asa Hutchinson in Arkansas:Phone: (501) 682-2345Email: asa.hutchinson@governor.arkansas.gov Contact Governor Kay Ivey in Alabama:https://contact.governor.alabama.gov/contact.aspx https://action.aclu.org/send-message/al-trans-belong-2021 

In today's candid Beau my God episode, host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with proudly disabled trans man and educator Logan Adams (he/him) to discuss all of the queer things. The duo start out by discussing their experiences coming out with family, both the good and the bad - and what it was like for Logan to come out at work, as the first and only transgender employee at his school district.  As a leader and a role model, Logan explains how he has come out to his students, how he has began to pave the way for LGBTQIA+ individuals in his town and more! The pair share tidbits of gay history, their own past experiences, and what life has been like one year into COVID-19.  Logan openly shares his experiences growing up as the different kid, and how he was stereotyped and picked on for being gay, even before he realized he was bisexual. Beau shares how he got the nick name "Tits" in high school and how life changed overnight when he went through puberty the first time, which leads into a discussion on the domino effect that happens when people realize the full reality of gender.  This wholesome episode is one you aren't going to want to miss! Don't forget to rate, subscribe, and follow! Let us know when you first were exposed to the trans community and what that was like on Facebook or on Instagram @BeauMyGodPod.References:The Deviant's War: The Homosexual vs. the United States of America Trans on Wheels Apparel or on IG: @trans_onwheels Netflix Series: Tales of the City

In this episode, host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with friend of nine years, Samantha Allen (she/her) to discuss topics ranging from their shared experiences growing up in small town, PA and as students and friends at Penn State, to the pace at which the American media is adapting to gender neutral terms and the diversity and inclusion of its staff. Working as a lifestyle writer and editor over the past six years, from State College to NYC to Denver, Sami looks back on her upbringing, and her collegiate journalism experience and how it shaped the way she leads now, as a first time-boss in the industry. The duo joke about their experiences in student organizations and in the classroom at Penn State University - a home they both admiringly look back on, but with much wider and weathered lenses. The truth is, systemic racism, lack of representation (of all types, shapes, sizes and colors) and the lack of diversity in faculty begs these intergenerational issues to persist. Dissecting fear of progress and change in the boomer generation, is just one of the bonus conversations you get in this episode. From politics to milk, no topic is off limits!They touch on greek life and what it was like during their time at PSU, Sami's favorite professors, and even how BMG has played a role in her own family dynamic. If you are looking for the BMG episode Samantha so graciously talks about, it is "Windows and Mirrors with Beth Farr" from Season 1! Check it out if you haven't already!!Grab a drink (or not) and settle in for this episode of what feels like "catching up with the girls," yes... girl is used as a loose term for the non-binary being that is Beau Bradley in this example. You can find today's guest on IG @Samanthajoallen and you can find us @beaumygodpod as well. Don't forget to rate and subscribe, to follow along on where this journey takes us next! Sources:https://www.glaad.org/transgender https://roadscholar.com/blog/the-dangers-of-spilled-milk-during-transport

In this episode of Beau my God, host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with returning guest, and partner Rose Bradley (she/they). The two sit down to catch listeners up on Beau's medical transition, as this week is shot number 10 of Testosterone for Beau; and discuss what day-to-day life is currently like for them in quarantine. The pair get vulnerable discussing their individual struggles with mental health, introspection and what does and doesn't work for them. Then Beau breaks down Introspection, giving some tips on how you can realign your priorities in a way that gets your tasks accomplished, but leaves room for your personal needs and processes. This is an episode on feelings, you've been warned :) Article - https://positivepsychology.com/introspection-self-reflection/

In this episode of Beau my God, host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with special guest, creative, writer, photographer, AND femme presenting trans man, Marty Chenyao (he/him) from Fake and Basic. The pair discuss their experiences (both similar and different) with finding gender competent therapists and health care providers; toxic masculinity; and the overall transgender experience. Marty shares his recent experience undergoing top surgery, and vulnerably shares his battle with post-surgical depression. A highlight of this episode, is when Marty and Beau discuss toxic masculinity, masculine validation, and what it is like to understand your own balance of femininity and masculinity. So many more topics are covered in this fun chat including Marty's explanation of his art and why he creates stories with flipped gender roles and queer twists. Also - I think the pair are on to something with their floating pronoun idea! Don't forget to check out Marty and his work at http://www.fakeandbasic.com or on Instagram @Fake.and.Basic! Then remember to like and subscribe to our podcast! You can also leave a review if you feel so inclined!You can follow along with us at http://www.beaumygod.buzzsprout.com or on IG @BeauMyGodPod.

Welcome back!! In the first episode of the year, host Beau Bradley (he/they) updates us on their Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy (GAHT) , also known as HRT, journey, how they are doing and what the near future looks like. Then Beau breaks down sex versus gender, and walks us through an exercise to help us understand sex and gender a little better. In this exercise, we will learn the difference between gender identity and gender expression, and will even turn the microscope on our own gender identities. So get out your paper and pencils! This episode will for sure offer you that unique perspective we are always going on about! To find out more, check us out on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @beaumygodpod!! The book mentioned in this episode is Transgender 101 by Nicholas Teich.References:Teich, N. (2012) Transgender 101. Columbia University Press: New York, New York. Merriam Webster Dictionary@beaumygod on IG

In the last episode of 2020, host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with their Cheer Seattle teammates, Todd (he/him), Molly (she/her), Michaela (she/her), and Jessica (she/her) to discuss the holidays. The group shares their favorite parts about the holidays, peppered with advice for those who may be struggling due to quarantine and/or family this time of year. In this emotional episode, Todd explains why it is important to have patience for our loved ones and what it was like coming out for him in the 1980s! Molly explains how she new that Cheer Seattle was the right place for her and how incredible it can be to have family, whether blood or chosen, support and respect you for who you are. Jessica gets raw, sharing her experiences being bullied as a cheerleader in high school and how it taught her to learn about people who are different from her, and to support them as well. Last, but certainly not least, Michaela makes us all laugh as we listen to her personal struggles with family, and how she has chosen to restructure the narrative. The best part about this episode, is hearing all of the heartwarming stories, experiences and friendships forged along the way of the chosen family that is Cheer Seattle! Whether you have family to spend this holiday season with, or if you are looking for some, join our family for just under an hour, and maybe even leave with some Cheer!!WARNING: Light Cursing is included in this episodeLinks:Cheer Seattle: https://www.cheerseattle.org PCA: https://www.pridecheerleadingassociation.org DONATION LINK: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=SP3WY4GFHF3GJ

In this very personal episode of Beau my God, host Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with their partner Rose Bradley (she/her) to discuss growing up queer, their experiences discovering themselves, and what Rose has to say about Beau's transition and podcast! The pair compare dating stories from high school and how they didn't realize that kissing girls was gay?!?! They talk about the challenges of Beau coming out as Transgender, the difference your environment can have on your self-image and perception, and how very important representation can be. Join in the laughter that inevitably rings out every time these two converse. If you want a queer-dating success story, here's your chance! The Bradleys share how quarantine has been going for them, and the self-discovery that has been occurring along the way. WARNING: Light cursing in this episode.Don't forget to RATE and SUBSCRIBE, if you can, please leave a REVIEW! You can follow us on social media @beaumygodpod, and Beau @beaubrads. Find this week's guest on IG @robrads as well!

In this comical episode of Beau my God, Beau Bradley (he/they) sits down with Bow Jerns (he/they) and Tessa Reyes (she/her), a queer couple, to chat about all the things! The trio discuss queer relationships, specifically related to dating someone who is transitioning medically as a trans-masculine non-binary; something both Bow(s) will soon have in common! They discuss what it is like to be queer in the work place, and Beau chats with Bow about their experience with transitioning and how that has affected both Bow and Tessa. Have I said Beau too many times, yet? This easy to follow chat among friends is a cool insight into what life is like right now for all three individuals! Topics discussed include quarantine, using pronouns in emails, visiting family with your significant other, being trans and using public restrooms, and so much more! Happy Harvest, Beau my God friends! You can find this week's guests on Instagram @bow_jerns and @tincantinatuna! Don't forget to follow along with us @beaumygodpod!

In this exciting episode, Beau Bradley (he/they) and special guest, LGBTQIA+ advocate, content creator, Queer Life Coach, and all around bad-ass, Lex Chandra (she/they), open the dialogue on the gender binary and how it can be damaging. The pair discuss the importance of utilizing pronouns, and why it's beneficial to cis-people, and that it should be standard. Beau opens up to Lex about how challenging it can be to feel accepted at home and how important it is to open the door to conversation. Lex shares their own personal experience moving to New York as a nonbinary 20-something and how working with Trans Elders, really allowed them an incredible insight into the history of our community. Listen in for an in-depth conversation on the expansiveness of intersectionality, the trans community and how inclusivity and creating space for conversation are pivotal to continue propelling gay rights further than ever before. You are not going to want to miss this episode! Don't forget to follow our guest on instagram, @iamlexchandra and follow us @beaumygodpod. Sources:@iamlexchandra - instagram pagehttps://alexandrachandra94.wixsite.com/mysite https://fiftyshadesofgay.co.in/lex-chandras-trans-experience-unlimited/https://www.morebyher.com/home/more-by-lexi-chandra?fbclid=IwAR1rsd4YTsnAey-aG6HsXnYog0pcCg1bY7a1LvEAvtrWLjAKASvokpfvXSc

On this week's episode, Beau sits down to chat with dear friend and kindergarten teacher, Beth Farr (she/her). Beth opens up about what inspired her to create an all-inclusive classroom, how important it is to incorporate diversity in early learning, and how we as adults have the responsibility to model social justice for the next generation. The pair discuss queer-inclusive children's books, how literature can create a safe space, and why the language we use matters. This episode is an incredibly educational take on how simplifying the message, can sometimes mean the most. Books referenced in this episode from https://socialjusticebooks.org include: Jack (not Jackie) By Erica Silverman; And Tango Makes Three By Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell, Illustrated by: Henry Cole; Heather Has Two Mommies By Leslea Newman, Illustrated by Laura Cornell; and Red, A Crayon's Story By Michael Hall. Sources:https://www.thetrevorproject.org/2019/02/22/research-brief-data-on-transgender-youth/https://www.thetrevorproject.org/survey-2020/?section=Introductionhttps://www.wsj.com/articles/youth-suicide-rate-rises-56-in-decade-cdc-says-11571284861https://socialjusticebooks.org

Join Beau Bradley (They/Them/he/him) and special guest, Howard University PhD Student, and published expert on sexuality and non monogamy, Chris Smith (they/them/omni), as they discuss the intertwined nature of queerness and blackness, along with their personal journey with non monogamy. Chris explains the three main types of non monogamy, their experience as a queer child in a conservative black household and how everything they do is routed in love, caring, and respect. Other things covered in this episode include backwashing, cheating, and why it is imperative to be your own primary partner. Join along in this fascinating conversation where Chris's wisdom and knowledge can help us all learn to be more caring and accepting. In a world where at least 39% of the queer population in America identify as BIPOC, where better to learn then from the source! Don't forget to like, subscribe and leave a review! Can't wait to hear what you all have to say! This episode contains minimal cursing, but I refuse to rate it as "explicit," because that does not apply to this episode. Sources:https://journals.openedition.org/ejas/11830 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/201407/7-different-kinds-non-monogamyhttps://www.businessinsider.com/what-consensual-non-monogamy-teaches-people-in-exclusive-relationships https://www.thecut.com/article/8-signs-a-monogamous-relationship-isnt-for-you.html https://www.nytimes.com/2013/08/02/science/monogamys-boost-to-human-evolution.html https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1057%2F9781137411846_8 https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/black-history-month-17-lgbtq-black-pioneers-who-made-history-n1130856?icid=related https://blackcensus.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/When-The-Rainbow-Is-Not-Enough.pdf https://lgbtfunders.org/resources/issues/people-of-color/

On this week's episode, guest @amanda_sierz and Beau catch up on how they met (20 years ago), and discuss a plethora of relatable topic including high school sports, creating an all-inclusive classroom, mental illness, and Amanda's FREE workout available every Thursday! The pair discuss what it is like for high school students today and compare it to their experiences back in the day, highlighting the teen brain and why it is such a difficult time. This is an episode that you don't want to miss! Sources:https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/mental-illness.shtmlhttps://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/the-teen-brain-7-things-to-know/index.shtml

In this episode, Beau chats with Medical Student, Lizzie, who's IG Post about determining biological sex blew up. They discuss this post and how things like chromosomes, hormones, and more come into play! They discuss what it takes to be a good ally to the queer community, thankfully, Lizzie is just the person to ask! They also discuss JK Rowling and her transphobic remarks, the perception of privilege and bias leading to transphobia, & why people get so caught up on gender inclusive restrooms. Beau shares their research on the origin of pronouns dating all the way back to BCE. Website Link. You can also find us on Instagram @Up_Motivations or @Beaubrads, also on Facebook. You can find Lizzie on IG at @lizzie7485 References: American Dialect Society. (2016). 2015 Word of the Year is singular “they.” Retrieved from http://www.americandialect.org/2015-word-of-the-year-is-singular-they Baron, D. (2018). A brief history of singular ‘they.’ Retrieved from https://public.oed.com/blog/a-brief-history-of-singular-they// Heckel, J. (2020). Tracing the history of gender-neutral pronouns: Professor’s book chronicles the establishment of rights and identities. Illinois News Bureau. Retrieved from https://las.illinois.edu/news/2020-01-29/tracing-history-gender-neutral-pronounsItalie, L. (2018). Gender-bending, time-traveling pronouns: A history. AP News. Retrieved from https://apnews.com/18c894ea53a34098afded1afe0c38e1a#:~:text=By%201808%2C%20invented%20pronouns%20were,day%20job%2C%E2%80%9D%20Baron%20joked.Locker, M. (2019). Merriam Webster names ‘They’ as its Word of the Year for 2019. Time. Retrievedfrom https://time.com/5746516/merriam-webster-word-of-the-year-2019/#:~:text=Merriam%2DWebster%20announced%20Tuesday,in%20September%20of%20this%20year University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. (2020). Gender pronouns. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer Plus (LGBTQ+) Resource Center. Retrieved from https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/Beyond XX and XY. Scientific American. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/beyond-xx-and-xy-the-extraordinary-complexity-of-sex-determination/Â Twitter thread by Professor of Biology, Rebecca Helm. https://twitter.com/RebeccaRHelm/status/1207834357639139328National Human Genome Research Institute. https://www.genome.gov/sites/default/files/media/files/2020-03/Y_Chromosome_fact_sheet.pdfWorld Health Organisation. https://www.who.int/genomics/gender/en/index1.htmlGenetics Home Reference. https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/46xx-testicular-disorder-of-sex-development

In this episode, Up founder Beau Bradley discusses some scary but true facts about statistics relating to the transgender community, specifically in relation to healthcare. Beau also talks about why we do not have enough information to accurately report on the LGBTQIA+ community. They share some history about Queer Revolutionary Sylvia Rivera and open up about what all of this means to them. Be sure to rate and leave a comment, subscribe and follow along! RESOURCES:https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/marsha-p-johnson-1945-1992/https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/death-of-trans-woman-whose-body-was-found-in-schuylkill-river-investigated-as-a-homicide/2431246/https://www.hrc.org/resources/a-national-epidemic-fatal-anti-trans-violence-in-the-united-states-in-2019https://www.fox23.com/news/trending/5-more-black-transgender-women-found-dead-past-month/4SQQQWMGLFDW5NVZOFEBQZWHPQ/https://www.them.us/story/sylvia-rivera

Welcome to Beau my God, an Up Motivations Production. BMG episode 1 centers around the history of Beau Bradley, Up Motivations, and Marsha P. Johnson, mother of the American Queer Revolution. Beau discusses the horrible violence still occurring against the trans community today, especially against black transgender women. He talks about how hard it is to pick a new name, what Up Motivations intends to do, and what you can expect in the future. Follow along today! RESOURCES:https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/marsha-p-johnson-1945-1992/https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/death-of-trans-woman-whose-body-was-found-in-schuylkill-river-investigated-as-a-homicide/2431246/https://www.hrc.org/resources/a-national-epidemic-fatal-anti-trans-violence-in-the-united-states-in-2019https://www.fox23.com/news/trending/5-more-black-transgender-women-found-dead-past-month/4SQQQWMGLFDW5NVZOFEBQZWHPQ/