Gara Lonning (@Garararararara) came out as Trans and Non-binary only two years ago. Now, with the help of their "Best Thems" Maggie Dunleavy (@softie.mag) and Basil Lee (@whagever), they take you on a euphoric journey where they interview some great guests, answer your amazing questions and have some open and honest conversations all about that little big thing called gender!
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The EN(BA)BY: A Podcast About Gender is an incredible podcast that provides a safe and supportive space for queer individuals to explore their gender identity. With its mix of humor, insight, and genuine conversations, this podcast has become a go-to resource for anyone navigating the complexities of gender. The hosts, Gara, Basil, and Maggie, bring their unique perspectives and experiences to each episode, creating a dynamic and inclusive environment that feels like hanging out with friends.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the way it approaches gender. The hosts discuss a wide range of topics related to gender identity, including personal stories, interviews with experts in the field, and answering listener questions. They tackle these subjects with sensitivity, empathy, and a healthy dose of humor. This combination allows listeners to not only learn more about themselves but also feel validated in their own experiences. The chemistry between the hosts is evident in every episode and adds an extra layer of authenticity to the discussions.
Another great aspect of this podcast is its ability to create a sense of community. Through their candid conversations and relatable anecdotes, Gara, Basil, and Maggie make listeners feel seen and understood. It's like being part of a cool queer friend group where inside jokes are shared and laughter abounds. The show invites listeners into this circle and creates a space where they can be themselves without judgment or fear.
While it's hard to find any flaws in this podcast, one aspect that some listeners might find challenging is the occasional lack of updates. As enthusiastic fans eagerly await new episodes, there have been longer gaps between releases than desired. However, considering the quality content provided when episodes are released, it's worth the wait.
In conclusion,the EN(BA)BY: A Podcast About Gender is an absolute gem for anyone interested in exploring their gender identity or simply seeking a supportive community. With its blend of humor, insightfulness, and genuine camaraderie between the hosts, this podcast offers a space where listeners can feel understood, validated, and informed. It's a resource that not only entertains but also educates and empowers its audience. Whether you're queer, questioning, or simply curious about gender, this podcast is definitely worth a listen.
In this episode, Gabriel sits down with listener Mashka for a thoughtful conversation about gender. They dig into what it's been like to mask up after COVID, explore the pressure of gender expectations in ballet and figure skating, and share stories about changing your name within your own culture. Along the way, they touch on family, identity, and more.Support the show
In this episode, Gabriel Gara Lonning cracks open his journal and shares the painfully mundane details of his life as a twenty-something writer stumbling through New York City. He's desperate for your approval. Tune in for existential oversharing, and catch the full episode on Patreon.Support the show
In this episode, Gabriel (@unitedstatesofgara) sits down with listener Scarlet (@scarle7hues) from Massachusetts to talk about polyamory, staying mindful while dating, following what genuinely brings you joy, trans freedom, and more. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about navigating relationships and living authentically.Watch full video on Patreon!Support the show
Join Gabriel Gara Lonning (@unitedstatesofgara) as he dives into the latest stories shaping conversations around gender. In this episode, he unpacks headlines about transgender rights, explores the significance of lavender graduations, breaks down the recent UK Supreme Court decision, and shares his take on state-level debates. Expect sharp insights and thoughtful discussion on the issues that matter most right now.https://www.patreon.com/c/garalonningSupport the show
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Mars, living in Rome, Georgia, who shares their deeply personal journey of growing up queer in the American South. Our conversation touches on both the challenges and resilience of LGBTQ+ life in Georgia, and includes a moving reflection on the tragic loss of Scout Schultz in 2017. Mars offers a firsthand account of how Scout's death impacted the Georgia Tech community, remembering them as an influential leader who helped shape the campus's queer community. Through intimate storytelling and honest dialogue, this episode explores themes of identity, community, and the ongoing struggle for understanding in the modern South. Mars on instagram (@extraterrestrial_ash) Support the show
Gabriel Gara Lonning peels back the layers of his identity – starting with the story of choosing his own name. Growing up with a twin brother added a fascinating twist to Gabriel's journey, creating a unique mirror that reflected both who he was and who he wasn't. Gabriel weaves together a narrative that's both deeply personal and universally human. It's about more than just changing a name – it's about becoming who you've always been, even when your reflection tells two different stories. Catch more of Gabriel's insights @unitedstatesofgara.patreon.com/garalonningSupport the show
i want to hear from you! send me an email :) details are in the episode. Excited to talk to some of you!Support the show
Join Gabriel Gara Lonning (@unitedstatesofgara) for a vibrant episode as he takes you through the streets of his new home - New York City. After years of fantasizing about life in the Big Apple, Gabriel shares his raw, honest, and sometimes hilarious experiences of finally making his dreams reality. Recorded on Trans Day of Visibility, this special episode captures the electric energy of both personal transformation and city life. Want more? Catch the full episode exclusively on Patreon, where Gabriel dives even deeper into his NYC adventures.Support the show
Raw, unfiltered, and straight from the heart — join Gabriel Gara Lonning (@unitedstatesofgara) in this episode as he peels back the layers of identity and self-discovery. With striking candor, Gabriel shares his journey through understanding his homoromantic attractions, recalls the transformative moment of his first testosterone treatment, and explores the nuances of embracing his non-binary identity. This unedited conversation captures the complexity of gender expression in ways rarely discussed in mainstream media. For the complete, uncensored episode, visit Gabriel's Patreon community. https://www.patreon.com/garalonningSupport the show
In this episode of "A Podcast About Gender," host Gabriel (@unitedstatesofgara) tackles the challenging topic of transphobia in online spaces. He shares his experiences with discriminatory comments and offers valuable insights on responding to anti-trans rhetoric. Drawing from a recent interaction on YouTube, Gabriel delivers a powerful and articulate response that not only addresses misconceptions but also empowers listeners facing similar challenges in their own lives.Support the show
In this intimate and candid episode, we sit down with Mariposa Coalson (@suchagreatsky), a transgender artist and comedian making waves in New York City's creative scene. Joined by her roommate Gabriel Gara Lonning, Mariposa takes on thought-provoking questions from the MTF Reddit community, offering honest insights and personal experiences. The conversation takes unexpected turns as Gabriel shares his own journey of exploring identity, including the surprising challenges of shopping for a changing body, and offers a critical perspective on conformity within the trans community. Raw, funny, and refreshingly honest, this episode dives deep into the realities of gender, identity, and finding authenticity in the big city.https://www.patreon.com/c/garalonningSupport the show
Gabriel Gara Lonning (@unitedstatesofgara) has a new name and a new outlook on gender. Join him as he resurrects this lovely podcast. He answers questions from FTM reddit. He covers topics like masculinity, therapy with family, testosterone effects and more. You can listen to the full version on Patreon.Support the show
I have a new PATREON ONLY podcast all about transitioning, my past year of grief, the healing process of creating art and my new comedy-dance hour, Welcome To The Big Show (premiering at The Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2023)It's fun, it's silly, it's completely earnest. Let's do this thing.https://www.patreon.com/garalonningSupport the show
It's the end of EN(BA)BY, baby. My dance-comedy hour, Welcome To The Big Show will premiere at The Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2023. Please become a sweet lil investor of the show here: https://www.patreon.com/garalonningHere are tickets to my pilot premiere on March 1st at Littlefield in Brooklyn: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/one-million-girls-with-gara-emily-dayton-evans-tickets-520392095767Support the show
Gara talks sex, dating, money and playing poker.TOMORROW DECEMBER 20 "One Million Girls" AT BRANDED SALOON AT 7PM!Support the show
Gara and Jacob (@worldsstrongestpainter) celebrate their one year "Break-Upiversary".Support the show
We all flirt.Support the show
An unhinged interview with @rpopegramSupport the show
Some more 'Help Me Out, Bro' with Maggie, Basil and Gara!!!!! CW: Transphobia Support the show
WE'RE BACK BABY! SEASON TWO HERE WE COME!!!!Support the show
This episode is with actor, director and absolute light of a person Courtney Miller (@co_mill). Gara (@garararara) and Courtney talk about Geminis, content creation, YouTube, dudes, Olivia Newton John, being Non-Binary and more!https://live.smosh.com/?fbclid=IwAR2A6IYmHDCDIOHNSXRPlsGj6PkE30r4xAjZ_s8XNrsln2mjH19NHK_SOtwTHEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohansson)Support the show
On this FRIENDLY episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY maggie (@breakup_doula), basil (@whagever) and gara (@garararararara) talk podcasts (podception), Maggie's surprise bday, The Kinsey 5, friend breakups, transphobic frenemies!!!!, resolving conflict and more!ASK US A QUESTION: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdUu0c0xq8fdChLtyIF-7q4bAqakTZSO1YkRFado2fl3ZBOLA/viewformTHEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show
Gara (@gararararara) interviews comedian, actor and Last Airbender, Jess Henderson (@embrace_mess) talk about Che Diaz, queer media, pleasure, Harry Styles, signs we fuck with, drag race lesbians, Pinterest, sex toys and more!THEME SONG 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show
This is PART TWO to Jacob and Gara's Big Breakup Extravaganza! Gara (@gararararara) and Jacob (@worldsstrongestpainter) broke up 6 months ago after 4 years of dating 3 years of living together. They discuss Polyamory, being single, Jon Benet Ramsey, sex-grief-money, monster trucks, one night stands and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART IS BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show
On this episode of DEAR ENBABY the girlies/boylies; Maggie (breakup_doula), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@gararararara) talk about gushing, fun sex, exercise, sticking a finger up your butt, The Shape of Water, fancy moms, getting ripped and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show
This episode is with absolute triple threat and pop star, Softee (@softeepopstar) Gara (@garararararara) and Softee discuss Robyn, Zillenials, dark sides, Funny Girl, self care, pop music, Suite Life of Zack and Cody and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson) Support the show
In this super big “want” episode of the pod Maggie (@breakup_doula), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@gararararararara) discuss Fergie, fucking your friends, simple pleasures, leaving a voicemail, making love, our big wants and more!THEME SONG IS "CRYBABY" BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohansson)Support the show
Best Comedy Friends and both halves of the NYC show, One Million Girls; Emily Dayton Evans (@hotgaycelebrity) and Gara (@garararararara) talk about queer Gilmore Girl Theories, generational trauma, Julia Louis Dryfus, gay girl groups, confidence, asking people out, Garfield the Cat, living with your partner and more!DONATE TO OUR SKETCH PILOT: https://seedandspark.com/fund/one-million-girls-sketch-pilot#storySupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
DEAR EN(BA)BY has their first NYC Live show with special guests Jes Tom (@jesthekid), Reid Pope (@rpopegram) and Kate Sisk (@thekatesisk)!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohansson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
Maggie (@breakup_doula), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@gararararara) tell some juicy secrets. COME TO EN(BA)BY LIVE APRIL 6TH AT THE BELL HOUSE AT 8PM!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
On this episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY the boys; Maggie (breakup_doula), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@garararararara) discuss intentions, middle school assembly's, Gara's suburban mom era, re-transitioning, straight girl things, LORDE, changing pronouns and more!THEME SONG 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
This episode we go deep into THE MAGGIEVERSE! Maggie (@breakup_doula), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@gararararararara) discuss healthy polyamory, being bros, being bros with benefits, P!NK (again), HRT, consumption, buttholes and more!TICKETS TO OUR LIVE SHOW AT THE BELL HOUSE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/enbaby-live-tickets-277013202947THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
On this episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY Maggie (@breakup_doula), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@garararararararara) talk about eras of music, pubes, cool girl heroes, dates, horrible movies, hookups, Joan Didion and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
TW: Grief, DeathIn this episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY your favorite trolls Maggie (@breakup_doula), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@garararararararara) discuss Wordle, being canceled...on, Michael Cera, vanity plates, death, the beauty of friendship, clits and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) BELL HOUSE LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/enbaby-live-tickets-277013202947Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
This episode is with actor and comedian Justin Linville (@justinmlinville)! Gara (@garararararara) and Justin (and a special appearance by Jess Zeidman (@jzeidz) talk about Rugrats, gender panic, relationships, cats, Friends, friends and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
This episode of EN(BA)BY is with actor and entrepreneur, Chloe Freeman (@chlo3freeman) who runs For Them (http://forthem.com) a wellness brand geared toward gender expansive people! Gara (@gararararara) and Chloe talk about binders, Sex and the City, the acting world, The Matrix, wellness, boxing and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
On this episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY it's "Help Me Out, Bro: 2 The Squeakuel. Maggie (@breakup_doula), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@garararararara) ask each other advice questions and talk about cancelling plans, gay lovers, sexual communication, Jackass Forever, friends with benefits, 420, mental breakdowns and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
In this super special episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY with just the boys; Maggie (@softie.mag) and Gara (@garararararararara) talk about Bruce Springsteen, plastic surgery, cis friends, white women, celebrity impressions, Trans friends, breaking down inherent bias and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
On this very wild and sexy episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY the boys; Maggie (@softie.mag), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@garararararara) talk about new lovers, Tinder, Joni Mitchell, butt stuff, the gayest songs of all time, “And Just Like That”, homophobic roommates, sex drives and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART IS BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohansson)MERCH! https://www.enbabypodcast.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
This episode of EN(BA)BY is with musician, SOAK (@soaksoaksoak). Gara (@gararararararara) interviews them about Avril Lavigne, performance euphoria, concerts, gender parents, releasing new music, names and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART IS BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
In this episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY Gara (@garararararararara) and special guest, Gara's recent ex-boyfriend, current roommate and best friend, Jacob Brooks (@worldstrongestpainter) talk about their breakup, non-monogamous relationships, Cynthia Nixon, cheating, dating and much much much more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohansson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
On this MICRODOSE of an episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY Maggie (@softie.mag), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@garararararara) talk about The Notoriously Hung Eric Carle, body neutrality, moms, Queer Eye, Titty Funerals ,Bruce Springsteen and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohansson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
This episode is with writer, producer and show runner, Jaclyn Moore (@jaclynpmoore)! Gara (@gararararararara) and Jaclyn talk about H & M, TERFS, bathrooms, gender euphoric hair growth, Drag Culture, The Santa Clause, gender affirming surgeries and much much much more!TW: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS REFERENCES TO TRANSPHOBIA, ASSAULT AND ABUSETHEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART IS BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohansson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
On this episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY Maggie (@softie.mag), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@garararararara) talk about cookies, ve/ver/vis pronouns, coming out to your grandparents, Cawk/Caulk, queer people from high school and more! THEME SONG IS ‘CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohansson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
This incredible episode is with writer, comedian and Gara's (@gararararararara) Top Surgery Brother, Reid Pope (@rpopegram). Together they talk about their experiences getting gender affirming surgery while also discussing Mark Ruffalo, transphobia, nipples, reality tv, doctor's office art, recovery, Angelina Jolie's Double Mastectomy and more!TW: This episode contains discussions and references about blood, suicide, drugs and more.THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
We're Back!!! And Gara got top surgery!!! In this amazing homecoming episode Maggie (@softie.mag), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@garararararararara) talk about dreams, TLC Shows, top surgery (ofc), lovers, how to date, Lana Del Ray and more!THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART IS BY NADA HYEK (@sloppyjohansson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
HAPPY ONE YEAR OF EN(BA)BY! On this UNCUT episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY Maggie (@softie.mag), Basil (@whagever) and Gara talk about Adrianne Lenker, celebrity gossip, masterb*ting, friendship, going to concerts, Christian Mommy Vloggers, Pete Davidson and so so so so so much more!GARA TOP SURGERY FUND: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-gara-pay-for-top-surgeryTHEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohansson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
On this super MUSICAL episode of EN(BA)BY Gara interviews comedian and musician, Sofia Dobrushin (@oh.sofritas) they talk about straight halloween, social anxiety, their gender songs, Paul McCartney, soft boy energy, their favorite musicians, mustaches, top surgery and more!ONE PERSON SHOW TICKETS: https://www.caveat.nyc/event/how-to-be-a-girl-in-three-easy-steps-11-15-2021THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohansson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
On this CHAOTIC episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY everything goes wrong!!!!! Maggie (@softie.mag), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@gararararara) talk about their crushes, what scared them as kids, 2011, mental health in the pandemic, being in a relationship with depression, self care and more!GARA'S ONE PERSON SHOW NOV. 15 @ CAVEAT: https://www.caveat.nyc/event/how-to-be-a-girl-in-three-easy-steps-11-15-2021THEME SONG IS 'CRYBABY' BY DESTROY BOYS (@destroyboysband) ALBUM ART BY NADA HAYEK (@sloppyjohannson)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
On this episode of DEAR EN(BA)BY, Maggie (softie.mag), Basil (@whagever) and Gara (@gararararara) talk about ads, Dua Lipa, dysphoria with multi vitamins, Gara's top surgery!!!, jealousy, trust in partnerships, talking to ex's, The Wilson Brothers, friend breakups and more!TICKETS TO 'ONE MILLION GIRLS' AT BRANDED SALOON: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/one-million-girls-tickets-192333112517GARA'S TOP SURGERY GOFUNDME: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-gara-pay-for-top-surgerySupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/garalonning)
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