Trans Chat with Christiana

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Join host Christiana "Christi" Brekke (author of "I Want to Be Her: a memoir" and "Becoming, Belonging and Blossoming: Diaries of a Trans Girl in Trumpland") and other fascinating trans people as they share their stories and discuss a wide range of topics relevant to the transgender community and our allies. Real People. Real Lives. Real Talk.

Christiana Brekke


    • Oct 29, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 36m AVG DURATION
    • 16 EPISODES


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    Going Deep (Dilating)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2021 36:04


    On this episode, Trans Chat goes deep. Katie and Marci talk candidly about one of the most important aspects of post-surgery aftercare, dilating. Definitely NSFW (not safe for work). The Hens also chat about attraction, the fear of coming out and how far along the trans community has come in recent years. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/transchatwithchristiana Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trans_chat_with_christiana Produced by Christiana This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    Marci in Bangkok Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 38:33


    On this episode of Trans Chat, Marci's last days in Thailand! She joins Christi and Katie from her hotel room in Bangkok, still recovering from gender confirmation surgeries, to chat about judges, kilts, sexuality, gender markers, UK's "Gender Recognition Certificates", what it would have been like to grow up as cisgender women, and more. Visit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/transchatwithchristiana Support the podcast! www.patreon.com/trans_chat_with_christiana Take care, be safe, be you, and be proud! Produced by Christiana This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    Marci in Bangkok: Pt.1 (feat. The Cacklin' Hens)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2021 36:44


    On this episode our beloved hen, Marci, is in quarantine in Thailand awaiting a series of gender confirming surgeries at the world-renowned Kamol Hospital in Bangkok. Fellow Cacklin' Hens, Katie and Christi, join Marci for a fun and candid discussion about surgeries, after-care, HRT and more. NSFW Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/transchatwithchristiana Support the podcast www.patreon.com/trans_chat_with_christiana Produced by Christiana This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    Showing My Support No Matter What (A Conversation with Starr Gonzalez)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2021 36:15


    On this episode, Christiana has a heartfelt conversation with Starr Gonzalez, teacher, author, mother to a trans daughter and fierce trans ally! Starr also reads her powerful story, "The Reason We Exist." Chat with Starr Gonzalez: "Showing My Support No Matter What" The Reason We Exist (a Love Letter to My Transgender Daughter) - written and read by Starr Gonzalez Link to text: https://cocowgonzalez.medium.com/the-reason-we-exist-3c2de48f802d Final Thoughts Support the podcast: www.patreon.com/trans_chat_with_christiana Visit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/transchatwithchristiana Produced by Christiana This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    The Depression Beast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 33:50


    On this episode of Trans Chat, we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month and the unique mental health challenges of the trans community. Christi shares the story of her "depression monster," then joins fellow Cacklin' Hens, Marci and Katie, to further discuss the topic. Intro/When the Beast Comes to Feast Cacklin' Hens talk about misgendering and the stigmas of seeking mental health treatment. If you or someone you know is suffering with severe depression and/or anxiety, please seek help! Here are a few resources: The Trevor Project thetrevorproject.org National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis counseling Folow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/transchatwithchristiana Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/trans_chat_with_christiana Take care, be safe, be you, and be PROUD! Produced by Christi Brekke This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    Introducing... The Cacklin' Hens (feat. Marci Sandels and Katie Sun)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 35:39


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    Bigger than Just Hair (feat. Faith Gambetty & Katherine Barrett)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 33:27


    I Just Wanna Be Me (as long as I sound...female)(feat. Katie Sun)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 38:18


    How Katie's new feminine voice has given her the confidence to be herself. On this episode, Christiana returns from her six-month hiatus and has a fun chat with Katie Sun. Intro: Recovery is Slow in the Winter of Discontent and COVID I Just Wanna Be Me (Remote Interview with Katie Sun) a. Katie's Voice Feminization Journey/Thoughts b. Sarah McBride, Janet Mock, and Being True to Ourselves Final Thoughts: We Made It! Become a Trans Chat supporter! https://www.patreon.com/trans_chat_with_christiana Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/transchatwithchristiana Thank you for listening and supporting the trans community! Take Care, Be Safe, Be You, and Be Proud! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm Sponsored by TruVoice Lessons LLC Written and Produced by Christiana Brekke

    Teacher, Teacher (feat. Eva Detten)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2020 41:47


    On this week’s episode of TRANS CHAT, Christiana has a fun conversation with Eva Detten. Bad Teacher Good Teacher (Remote Interview with Eva Detten) a. Eva’s Trans Journey b. Being Trans in a Conservative School c. Trans Politics in the Schools Final Thoughts/The Trans Athlete Debate Thank you for listening and supporting the trans community! Support the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/trans_chat_with_christiana This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    My Friend from Across the Pond (feat. Marci Sandels)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2020 29:45


    On this week’s episode of TRANS CHAT, Christiana talks about the discrepancies of trans rights in America. Also, a fun and candid conversation with Marci Sandels from the UK! The Transgender Zip-Code Lottery Remote Interview with Marci Sandels a. Marci’s Trans Journey b. Comparing Trans Experiences on both sides of the Atlantic. Final Thoughts Thank you for listening and supporting the trans community! Support the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/trans_chat_with_christiana This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    Creepy Dick & My Paper Vagina

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2020 31:43


    On this week’s episode of Trans Chat, Christiana shares two personal stories, including a chapter read from her latest book! Grandma’s Creepy Friend, Dick Christiana Lynn and Her Paper Vagina (from her book, Becoming, Belonging, and Blossoming: Diaries of a Trans Girl in Trumpland) Thank you for listening and supporting the trans community! Support the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/trans_chat_with_christiana This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    Privileges & Cryptids (feat. Valerie Riley)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 45:22


    On this week’s episode of Trans Chat, Christiana has a fun, remote chat with Valerie Riley about privilege, being trans, and the Loch Ness Monster! Privilege: It’s Real Interview with Valerie Riley a. Valerie’s Trans Journey b. Privileges and Regrets c. Cryptozoology 101 Closing Thoughts Thank you for listening and supporting the trans community! Support the podcast https://www.patreon.com/trans_chat_with_christiana This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    Friends & Buses (feat. Jake Galbraith)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2020 36:27


    On this week’s episode of Trans Chat, Christiana talks about the upcoming election, friends, and has a fun, candid chat with friend and former schoolmate, Jake Galbraith. Time for the Games to Begin Remote Interview with Jake Galbraith a. Jake’s Trans Journey b. Work and Advocacy c. Life at Tonopah High School Friends, A Privilege Thank you for listening and supporting the trans community! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    Christiana's Story / Friends & Allies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2020 33:42


    This week, Christiana shares her own story, as well as views on the differences between friends and allies. Program Order: Christiana's Story Friends & Allies Christiana's Final Thoughts Links referenced in episode: https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2020/02/27/chris-jericho-comes-out-massive-trans-ally-after-meeting-trans-star-nyla-rose/?fbclid=IwAR3-THC0Z25hu6JBeG7XadtNNlHTyO8ZPXd6oEsFtHsn3HRjFNTFEs2d-KE https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/hb2-repeal-north-carolina-legislature-votes-overturn-controversial-bathroom-bill-n740546 Support the podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/trans_chat_with_christiana Thank you for listening and supporting the trans community! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    Here We Go Again (feat. Nick Hennen)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 40:51


    This week, Christiana talks about being trans during an election year, white privilige, Faith & Science, and has remote interview with Nick Hennen. Program Order: Here We Go Again Remote interview with Nick Hennen a. Nick's trans journey b. Nick, the Newsman and Media Relations Guy c. In Depth Discussion - Black Lives Matter and the Right to Protest Christiana's Final Thoughts: Faith & Science Thank you for listening and supporting the trans community! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    My Vision is Simple (feat. Anna Lantry)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 35:42


    This week, Christiana introduces her podcast and has remote interview with Anna Lantry, Director and Head Instructor at TruVoice Lessons LLC. Program Order: My Vision is Simple Remote interview with Anna Lantry a. Anna's trans journey b. All about TruVoice Lessons LLC c. In Depth Discussion - The particulars of trans voice training Christiana's Final Thoughts Link to the GLAAD survey numbers mentioned in episode: https://www.glaad.org/blog/glaad-works-hollywood-shape-transgender-stories-and-help-cast-trans-actors Thank you for listening and supporting the trans community! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

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