Podcasts about Agent Orange

The death of Henry Kissinger at 100 years old was celebrated by those who understood his role in some of the most destructive decisions in American and world history. From the endless wars to the Petrodollar paradigm to his push for a world government, the man was always involved when the wars kicked off, usually because he was the one authorizing the actions. From Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos, to East Timor, Bangladesh, Argentina, and Chile, Kissinger ordered the bombings of civilians through “terror bombing” campaigns that dropped twice as many bombs on Southeast Asia than all of World War 2 combined. His use of Agent Orange, napalm, cluster bombs, and land mines puts him in a category of evil that few can comprehend. The merchant of death has finally gone to Hell, and the world will be a better place because of it. The Octopus of Global Control Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3xu0rMm Hypocrazy Audiobook: https://amzn.to/4aogwms Website: www.Macroaggressions.io Activist Post: www.activistpost.com Sponsors: Chemical Free Body: https://www.chemicalfreebody.com Promo Code: MACRO C60 Purple Power: https://c60purplepower.com/ Promo Code: MACRO Wise Wolf Gold & Silver: www.Macroaggressions.gold LegalShield: www.DontGetPushedAround.com EMP Shield: www.EMPShield.com Promo Code: MACRO ECI Development: https://info.ecidevelopment.com/-get-to-know-us/macro-aggressions Christian Yordanov's Health Program: www.livelongerformula.com/macro Privacy Academy: https://privacyacademy.com/step/privacy-action-plan-checkout-2/?ref=5620 Brain Supreme: www.BrainSupreme.co Promo Code: MACRO Above Phone: abovephone.com/macro Promo Code: MACRO Van Man: https://vanman.shop/?ref=MACRO Promo Code: MACRO My Patriot Supply: www.PrepareWithMacroaggressions.com Activist Post: www.ActivistPost.com Natural Blaze: www.NaturalBlaze.com Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/macroaggressionspodcast

Laura Kern volunteered to join the U.S. Army's nurse corps in May 1968 at the height of the conflict in Vietnam. 24 years old, she remembers her first day in Vietnam as her most pivotal: "I just jumped off the helicopter with my bags looking for my supervisor...They wheeled a soldier by me missing both legs and one arm. They were blown off." Laura talks about what it was like being one of 11,000 women who served in the war. Upon return, many of these women received a hostile reaction from their male counterparts, and suffered after effects from Agent Orange and PTSD. You can read more about Laura and her comrade's experiences in David Yuzick's book, "Women in War."Heroes Behind HeadlinesExecutive Producer Ralph PezzulloProduced & Engineered by Mike DawsonMusic provided by ExtremeMusic.comRuthless TruthIs an opinion platform hosted by Marvin “Truth” Davis. My life and career...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Today The Mighty Decibel returns to its In 40 Minutes series, this time out focused on one of Germany's greatest extreme metal exports ... Sodom! Specifically, we'll provide an aural history of the band's evolution from black/speed belchers to straight up thrashers in the 80s. Revel in the sodomy and lust!!! In The Sign of Evil (1985) (0:00) Outbreak of Evil Obsessed By Cruelty (1986) (4:31) Brandish the Sceptre Expurse of Sodomy (1987) (7:24) Sodomy and Lust (12:36) Conqueror Persecution Mania (1987) (16:04) Nuclear Winter Side 2 (21:40) Electrocution (24:41) Bombenhagel Agent Orange (1989) (29:39) Agent Orange (35:43) Augsebombt

It's finally here - ten incredible years of quality techno. What a remarkable journey it has been since the 'Birth' of Throne Room Records in 2015. From vibrant label raves in Amsterdam to eclectic showcases in the breathtaking French Alps, we've experienced a flourishing period of success. Along the way, we've witnessed our talented artists develop and evolve into sought-after touring DJs. The imprint has proudly hosted renowned names such as D-Unity, Kolter, David Bau, Belocca, and Devid Dega, among others. Throne Room Records has served as a launching pad for many DJs and artists, contributing to their respective successes. To celebrate this milestone, we are thrilled to present a ten-track compilation featuring various artists that embodies everything Throne Room stands for. This collection showcases a diverse range of sounds, from minimal to mainroom, and we truly believe it is our best work yet. We are excited for you, our fans, to experience this masterpiece crafted by some outstanding artists. Here's to many more years of quality techno! Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Veerus, Enrico Sangiulino, Ilario Allicante, UAKOZ, Paco Osuna, Jon Connor, Sebastiaan Hooft, Tocadisco, Agent Orange, Don Diablo, Richie Hawtin, Scott Sardana, Stijn Vandensande & Many More

It's finally here - ten incredible years of quality techno. What a remarkable journey it has been since the 'Birth' of Throne Room Records in 2015. From vibrant label raves in Amsterdam to eclectic showcases in the breathtaking French Alps, we've experienced a flourishing period of success. Along the way, we've witnessed our talented artists develop and evolve into sought-after touring DJs. The imprint has proudly hosted renowned names such as D-Unity, Kolter, David Bau, Belocca, and Devid Dega, among others. Throne Room Records has served as a launching pad for many DJs and artists, contributing to their respective successes. To celebrate this milestone, we are thrilled to present a ten-track compilation featuring various artists that embodies everything Throne Room stands for. This collection showcases a diverse range of sounds, from minimal to mainroom, and we truly believe it is our best work yet. We are excited for you, our fans, to experience this masterpiece crafted by some outstanding artists. Here's to many more years of quality techno! Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Veerus, Enrico Sangiulino, Ilario Allicante, UAKOZ, Paco Osuna, Jon Connor, Sebastiaan Hooft, Tocadisco, Agent Orange, Don Diablo, Richie Hawtin, Scott Sardana, Stijn Vandensande & Many More

It's finally here - ten incredible years of quality techno. What a remarkable journey it has been since the 'Birth' of Throne Room Records in 2015. From vibrant label raves in Amsterdam to eclectic showcases in the breathtaking French Alps, we've experienced a flourishing period of success. Along the way, we've witnessed our talented artists develop and evolve into sought-after touring DJs. The imprint has proudly hosted renowned names such as D-Unity, Kolter, David Bau, Belocca, and Devid Dega, among others. Throne Room Records has served as a launching pad for many DJs and artists, contributing to their respective successes. To celebrate this milestone, we are thrilled to present a ten-track compilation featuring various artists that embodies everything Throne Room stands for. This collection showcases a diverse range of sounds, from minimal to mainroom, and we truly believe it is our best work yet. We are excited for you, our fans, to experience this masterpiece crafted by some outstanding artists. Here's to many more years of quality techno! Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Veerus, Enrico Sangiulino, Ilario Allicante, UAKOZ, Paco Osuna, Jon Connor, Sebastiaan Hooft, Tocadisco, Agent Orange, Don Diablo, Richie Hawtin, Scott Sardana, Stijn Vandensande & Many More

It's finally here - ten incredible years of quality techno. What a remarkable journey it has been since the 'Birth' of Throne Room Records in 2015. From vibrant label raves in Amsterdam to eclectic showcases in the breathtaking French Alps, we've experienced a flourishing period of success. Along the way, we've witnessed our talented artists develop and evolve into sought-after touring DJs. The imprint has proudly hosted renowned names such as D-Unity, Kolter, David Bau, Belocca, and Devid Dega, among others. Throne Room Records has served as a launching pad for many DJs and artists, contributing to their respective successes. To celebrate this milestone, we are thrilled to present a ten-track compilation featuring various artists that embodies everything Throne Room stands for. This collection showcases a diverse range of sounds, from minimal to mainroom, and we truly believe it is our best work yet. We are excited for you, our fans, to experience this masterpiece crafted by some outstanding artists. Here's to many more years of quality techno! Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Veerus, Enrico Sangiulino, Ilario Allicante, UAKOZ, Paco Osuna, Jon Connor, Sebastiaan Hooft, Tocadisco, Agent Orange, Don Diablo, Richie Hawtin, Scott Sardana, Stijn Vandensande & Many More

It's finally here - ten incredible years of quality techno. What a remarkable journey it has been since the 'Birth' of Throne Room Records in 2015. From vibrant label raves in Amsterdam to eclectic showcases in the breathtaking French Alps, we've experienced a flourishing period of success. Along the way, we've witnessed our talented artists develop and evolve into sought-after touring DJs. The imprint has proudly hosted renowned names such as D-Unity, Kolter, David Bau, Belocca, and Devid Dega, among others. Throne Room Records has served as a launching pad for many DJs and artists, contributing to their respective successes. To celebrate this milestone, we are thrilled to present a ten-track compilation featuring various artists that embodies everything Throne Room stands for. This collection showcases a diverse range of sounds, from minimal to mainroom, and we truly believe it is our best work yet. We are excited for you, our fans, to experience this masterpiece crafted by some outstanding artists. Here's to many more years of quality techno! Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Veerus, Enrico Sangiulino, Ilario Allicante, UAKOZ, Paco Osuna, Jon Connor, Sebastiaan Hooft, Tocadisco, Agent Orange, Don Diablo, Richie Hawtin, Scott Sardana, Stijn Vandensande & Many More

It's finally here - ten incredible years of quality techno. What a remarkable journey it has been since the 'Birth' of Throne Room Records in 2015. From vibrant label raves in Amsterdam to eclectic showcases in the breathtaking French Alps, we've experienced a flourishing period of success. Along the way, we've witnessed our talented artists develop and evolve into sought-after touring DJs. The imprint has proudly hosted renowned names such as D-Unity, Kolter, David Bau, Belocca, and Devid Dega, among others. Throne Room Records has served as a launching pad for many DJs and artists, contributing to their respective successes. To celebrate this milestone, we are thrilled to present a ten-track compilation featuring various artists that embodies everything Throne Room stands for. This collection showcases a diverse range of sounds, from minimal to mainroom, and we truly believe it is our best work yet. We are excited for you, our fans, to experience this masterpiece crafted by some outstanding artists. Here's to many more years of quality techno! Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Veerus, Enrico Sangiulino, Ilario Allicante, UAKOZ, Paco Osuna, Jon Connor, Sebastiaan Hooft, Tocadisco, Agent Orange, Don Diablo, Richie Hawtin, Scott Sardana, Stijn Vandensande & Many More

It's finally here - ten incredible years of quality techno. What a remarkable journey it has been since the 'Birth' of Throne Room Records in 2015. From vibrant label raves in Amsterdam to eclectic showcases in the breathtaking French Alps, we've experienced a flourishing period of success. Along the way, we've witnessed our talented artists develop and evolve into sought-after touring DJs. The imprint has proudly hosted renowned names such as D-Unity, Kolter, David Bau, Belocca, and Devid Dega, among others. Throne Room Records has served as a launching pad for many DJs and artists, contributing to their respective successes. To celebrate this milestone, we are thrilled to present a ten-track compilation featuring various artists that embodies everything Throne Room stands for. This collection showcases a diverse range of sounds, from minimal to mainroom, and we truly believe it is our best work yet. We are excited for you, our fans, to experience this masterpiece crafted by some outstanding artists. Here's to many more years of quality techno! Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Veerus, Enrico Sangiulino, Ilario Allicante, UAKOZ, Paco Osuna, Jon Connor, Sebastiaan Hooft, Tocadisco, Agent Orange, Don Diablo, Richie Hawtin, Scott Sardana, Stijn Vandensande & Many More

It's finally here - ten incredible years of quality techno. What a remarkable journey it has been since the 'Birth' of Throne Room Records in 2015. From vibrant label raves in Amsterdam to eclectic showcases in the breathtaking French Alps, we've experienced a flourishing period of success. Along the way, we've witnessed our talented artists develop and evolve into sought-after touring DJs. The imprint has proudly hosted renowned names such as D-Unity, Kolter, David Bau, Belocca, and Devid Dega, among others. Throne Room Records has served as a launching pad for many DJs and artists, contributing to their respective successes. To celebrate this milestone, we are thrilled to present a ten-track compilation featuring various artists that embodies everything Throne Room stands for. This collection showcases a diverse range of sounds, from minimal to mainroom, and we truly believe it is our best work yet. We are excited for you, our fans, to experience this masterpiece crafted by some outstanding artists. Here's to many more years of quality techno! Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Veerus, Enrico Sangiulino, Ilario Allicante, UAKOZ, Paco Osuna, Jon Connor, Sebastiaan Hooft, Tocadisco, Agent Orange, Don Diablo, Richie Hawtin, Scott Sardana, Stijn Vandensande & Many More

It's finally here - ten incredible years of quality techno. What a remarkable journey it has been since the 'Birth' of Throne Room Records in 2015. From vibrant label raves in Amsterdam to eclectic showcases in the breathtaking French Alps, we've experienced a flourishing period of success. Along the way, we've witnessed our talented artists develop and evolve into sought-after touring DJs. The imprint has proudly hosted renowned names such as D-Unity, Kolter, David Bau, Belocca, and Devid Dega, among others. Throne Room Records has served as a launching pad for many DJs and artists, contributing to their respective successes. To celebrate this milestone, we are thrilled to present a ten-track compilation featuring various artists that embodies everything Throne Room stands for. This collection showcases a diverse range of sounds, from minimal to mainroom, and we truly believe it is our best work yet. We are excited for you, our fans, to experience this masterpiece crafted by some outstanding artists. Here's to many more years of quality techno! Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Veerus, Enrico Sangiulino, Ilario Allicante, UAKOZ, Paco Osuna, Jon Connor, Sebastiaan Hooft, Tocadisco, Agent Orange, Don Diablo, Richie Hawtin, Scott Sardana, Stijn Vandensande & Many More

It's finally here - ten incredible years of quality techno. What a remarkable journey it has been since the 'Birth' of Throne Room Records in 2015. From vibrant label raves in Amsterdam to eclectic showcases in the breathtaking French Alps, we've experienced a flourishing period of success. Along the way, we've witnessed our talented artists develop and evolve into sought-after touring DJs. The imprint has proudly hosted renowned names such as D-Unity, Kolter, David Bau, Belocca, and Devid Dega, among others. Throne Room Records has served as a launching pad for many DJs and artists, contributing to their respective successes. To celebrate this milestone, we are thrilled to present a ten-track compilation featuring various artists that embodies everything Throne Room stands for. This collection showcases a diverse range of sounds, from minimal to mainroom, and we truly believe it is our best work yet. We are excited for you, our fans, to experience this masterpiece crafted by some outstanding artists. Here's to many more years of quality techno! Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Veerus, Enrico Sangiulino, Ilario Allicante, UAKOZ, Paco Osuna, Jon Connor, Sebastiaan Hooft, Tocadisco, Agent Orange, Don Diablo, Richie Hawtin, Scott Sardana, Stijn Vandensande & Many More

It's finally here - ten incredible years of quality techno. What a remarkable journey it has been since the 'Birth' of Throne Room Records in 2015. From vibrant label raves in Amsterdam to eclectic showcases in the breathtaking French Alps, we've experienced a flourishing period of success. Along the way, we've witnessed our talented artists develop and evolve into sought-after touring DJs. The imprint has proudly hosted renowned names such as D-Unity, Kolter, David Bau, Belocca, and Devid Dega, among others. Throne Room Records has served as a launching pad for many DJs and artists, contributing to their respective successes. To celebrate this milestone, we are thrilled to present a ten-track compilation featuring various artists that embodies everything Throne Room stands for. This collection showcases a diverse range of sounds, from minimal to mainroom, and we truly believe it is our best work yet. We are excited for you, our fans, to experience this masterpiece crafted by some outstanding artists. Here's to many more years of quality techno! Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Veerus, Enrico Sangiulino, Ilario Allicante, UAKOZ, Paco Osuna, Jon Connor, Sebastiaan Hooft, Tocadisco, Agent Orange, Don Diablo, Richie Hawtin, Scott Sardana, Stijn Vandensande & Many More

Episode 3060 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Part 1 of a report about the the U.S. Biological warfare used in the Vietnam War. The report is titled: Review and Analysis: Fate of Agent Orange and Agent Purple, … Continue reading →

Episode 3059 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Part 1 of a report about the the U.S. Biological warfare used in the Vietnam War. The report is titled: Review and Analysis: Fate of Agent Orange and Agent Purple, … Continue reading →

Episode 3056 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Part 1 of a report about the the U.S. Biological warfare used in the Vietnam War. The report is titled: Review and Analysis: Fate of Agent Orange and Agent Purple, … Continue reading →

Episode 3056 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Part 1 of a report about the the U.S. Biological warfare used in the Vietnam War. The report is titled: Review and Analysis: Fate of Agent Orange and Agent Purple, … Continue reading →

Blood can give a wrestling match some much needed drama and memorable visuals. When wrestlers need to bleed during a match, they "run the razor" (quite literally) on their own flesh to achieve the desired effect. On this episode, Andrew and returning guest Kevin Hare (Voices of Wrestling, 185 Miles South) play songs with blood, bleed, etc. in the title. Artists played include U2, Concrete Blonde, The New Pornographers, Agent Orange, Jimmy Eat World, Iron Maiden, Slayer, and many more. There's no better time to wear all white gear, because this episode is getting bloody!Theme song: "Hemispheres" by Silent PartnerBluesky: @MusicoftheMat / @justandrewListen to Kevin on the 185 Miles South podcast: 185milessouth.comAll VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.comJoin the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: VoicesofWrestling.com/DiscordDonate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/DonateAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 3056 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Part 1 of a report about the the U.S. Biological warfare used in the Vietnam War. The report is titled: Review and Analysis: Fate of Agent Orange and Agent Purple, … Continue reading →

Episode 3055 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Part 1 of a report about the the U.S. Biological warfare used in the Vietnam War. The report is titled: Review and Analysis: Fate of Agent Orange and Agent Purple, … Continue reading →

Episode 3054 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Part 1 of a report about the the U.S. Biological warfare used in the Vietnam War. The report is titled: Review and Analysis: Fate of Agent Orange and Agent Purple, … Continue reading →

OUT NOW: https://www.beatport.com/release/arena/5094305 Emerging artist and Spain-based producer David Pulido makes a striking entrance with his powerful two-track EP. Having previously signed with notable labels like Black Snake Recordings and RAW WORX, David has already carved out a prominent place for himself in the techno scene. This EP is further enhanced by an exceptional remix from the rising star and Drumcode regular, Drumsauw, completing this impressive package. Get ready to immerse yourself in the dynamic sounds of David Pulido's latest work. Supported by: Andres Campo, Richie Hawtin, Joseph Capriati, Don Diablo, Agent Orange, Paco Osuna, Belocca, Sebastiaan Hooft, Melvin Spix, Hollen

OUT NOW: https://www.beatport.com/release/arena/5094305 Emerging artist and Spain-based producer David Pulido makes a striking entrance with his powerful two-track EP. Having previously signed with notable labels like Black Snake Recordings and RAW WORX, David has already carved out a prominent place for himself in the techno scene. This EP is further enhanced by an exceptional remix from the rising star and Drumcode regular, Drumsauw, completing this impressive package. Get ready to immerse yourself in the dynamic sounds of David Pulido's latest work. Supported by: Andres Campo, Richie Hawtin, Joseph Capriati, Don Diablo, Agent Orange, Paco Osuna, Belocca, Sebastiaan Hooft, Melvin Spix, Hollen

OUT NOW: https://www.beatport.com/release/arena/5094305 Emerging artist and Spain-based producer David Pulido makes a striking entrance with his powerful two-track EP. Having previously signed with notable labels like Black Snake Recordings and RAW WORX, David has already carved out a prominent place for himself in the techno scene. This EP is further enhanced by an exceptional remix from the rising star and Drumcode regular, Drumsauw, completing this impressive package. Get ready to immerse yourself in the dynamic sounds of David Pulido's latest work. Supported by: Andres Campo, Richie Hawtin, Joseph Capriati, Don Diablo, Agent Orange, Paco Osuna, Belocca, Sebastiaan Hooft, Melvin Spix, Hollen

Your health journey begins in the soil. This fascinating conversation between nutritionist Kara Kroger and Amy Milliron of Fearless Farmers reveals the profound connections between environmental and human health that most of us don't fully understand how to integrate into our shopping and eating habits.Driven by the loss of her father to cancer related to Agent Orange exposure, Kara has dedicated her career to understanding how our environment shapes our wellbeing. She shares the remarkable parallel between soil and gut microbiomes—both functioning as complex digestive systems that either thrive or suffer based on what they are fed. When we nourish the soil properly, it produces nutrient-dense foods that support our gut health. Conversely, when we nourish our gut properly, we experience better digestion, improved immunity, and even a more positive mood.Contrary to popular belief, transforming your gut health doesn't require expensive supplements or complicated regimens. Kara demonstrates how simple interventions like increasing fiber intake from diverse plant sources and staying properly hydrated can create dramatic improvements, sharing a client story where these basic changes resolved 80% of post-cancer digestive issues within just two weeks. She illuminates how phytonutrients from plants support microbial diversity in both soil and gut, creating a continuous cycle of health that extends from the land to our bodies.Most powerfully, this episode offers practical tools that you can implement immediately, while introducing an upcoming three-part webinar series, "Harvesting Health," which will guide participants through creating personalized gut health protocols. Whether you're dealing with chronic health issues, curious about the environmental impact of your food choices, or want to optimize your wellbeing, this episode provides a roadmap for understanding the inextricable link between the health of our planet and the health of our bodies. Register for the webinar series at learnfearlessfarmers.org/course/harvesting-health or join Kara's email list for weekly gut health tips that can transform your relationship with food.Register for Harvesting Health 3-Part Webinar Series.Join Kara's Mailing List for Weekly Gut Health Tidbits.Learn About Kara's Balance Your Gut Personalized Nutrition Coaching Program - Break free from abdominal pain, gas, bloat, altered bowel movements, indigestion, and reflux symptoms - often in 4 months or less with personalized nutrition coaching.Visit the Land Food Life Website.

Leah breaks down everything veterans need to know about Parkinson's disease and VA disability, with a clear focus on ratings, connection, and benefits. She explains how Parkinson's disease can be service-connected through direct, presumptive, or secondary pathways—especially for those exposed to Agent Orange, burn pits, or toxic chemicals during military service. Leah covers how the VA rates Parkinson's (starting at 30% but often much higher when all symptoms are considered), what documentation is required to build a strong connection to service, and the wide range of benefits available—from monthly compensation to caregiver support, adaptive housing grants, and priority healthcare. 

Molly Stillman has lived the type of life that when shared, people stop in their tracks and ask, “Wait, what happened?” Molly's mother, Lynda Van Devanter Buckley served as an Army nurse during the Vietnam War and wrote the bestselling memoir, Home Before Morning. When Molly was seventeen, Lynda passed away after an eight-year battle with an autoimmune disorder due to her exposure to Agent Orange. Four years later, Molly turned twenty-one and unexpectedly inherited a quarter of a million dollars from her mother's estranged family's estate. Through “retail therapy” and a long series of grossly irresponsible financial decisions, Molly found herself broke with over $36,000 in credit card debt less than two years later. Shame, guilt, and embarrassment set in. Listen in as Molly shares her journey to faith as she worked her way out of debt and reveals how every messed up, broken story has a purpose. She now helps others through podcasting, speaking and her book, If I Don't Laugh, I'll Cry: How Death, Debt and Comedy Led to a Life of Faith, Farming and Forgetting What I Came into This Room For. For show notes go to CarolRoper.org/Podcast If you enjoyed listening to Molly's story check these podcast episodes linked below: Discovering the Dad Who Raised Her Wasn't Her Biological Father with Megan Phillips and Finding Freedom from a Poverty Mindset with Kimberly Long

Senator Richard Blumenthal is calling for more research into genetic issues in veterans caused by exposure to toxins while they were serving in the military. In particular, Vietnam War veterans and their children, say exposure to Agent Orange caused lasting genetic damage they are still dealing with five decades later. We spoke with Senator Blumenthal about this. Image Credit: Reuters

This is the VIC 4 VETS, Honored Veteran, during Veterans Month in America. SUBMITTED BY: Listener Michele Lee Scarlet-Ridenour, Rural mail carrier ______________________________________________________________ Corporal Michael Lee Scarlet aka (TWIGGY) served with honor in the U.S. Marine Corp. during the Vietnam War from 9/13/1967 til 9/12/1970. Mr. Scarlet’s duty was as a {Lineman}. On 2/1/1970 he was promoted to the rank of Corporal and was assigned to the S&H Company 3rd Battalion 1st Marine Division. CPL Scarlet earned and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal w/1 Bronze Star, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, the R.V.N. Cross of Gallantry w/Palm, a Combat Action Ribbon, the U.S.M.C. Good Conduct Medal, and a Rifle Marksmanship Badge This was my father and he not only served 1 tour in Vietnam he served 2 so that his younger brother John who was also in service in the Army and was stationed in Germany did not have to fight in combat in Vietnam!! My fathers letters to my grandparents are quite touching as he was just a young 17 year old at the beginning of his time in the Marines. Believe me he was a remarkable man. One that you would want on your side. I will forever be so proud that this beloved man was my dad and he's so very missed, what a true hero. Dad passed in October 2020 due to Agent Orange that had caused Small cell lung cancer which spread to his brain. Semper Fi Daddy Always your girl________________________________________________________________ This is today’s VIC 4 VETS, Honored Veteran, during Veterans Month in America on NewsTalkSTL. With support from our friends at: DG FIREARMS - PATRIOT HEATING AND COOLING - BEST BUY FLOORINGSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the incredible story of Dr. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Phuong, a hero who tirelessly fought to uncover the truth about Agent Orange's devastating impacts in Vietnam. This episode delves into the long-term effects of the war's chemical warfare – from environmental contamination to severe health issues and birth defects across generations – and how Dr. Phuong's research became the backbone of efforts for reparation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leah  explains whether nexus letters are needed for VA presumptive conditions. She breaks down what presumptive conditions are, referencing official VA sources like exposure to Agent Orange, burn pits, and Camp Lejeune toxins, and clarifies that these conditions are generally assumed by the VA to be service-connected, meaning a nexus letter is *typically* not required. However, Leah points out important exceptions, such as unclear service dates, denied claims, or secondary conditions, where a nexus letter might still be helpful. She emphasizes the importance of working with accredited VA representatives and gives practical advice for veterans navigating the claims process.

Leah breaks down everything veterans need to know about getting VA disability benefits for COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). She explains how COPD includes conditions like chronic bronchitis and emphysema, outlines symptoms, and dives into medical literature showing a strong connection between toxic military exposures (like burn pits or Agent Orange) and COPD—even in non-smokers. Leah details the VA rating system, diagnostic codes, necessary medical documentation (like pulmonary function tests), and strategies for building a strong claim. She also clarifies how COPD can be service-connected directly, secondarily, or presumptively, and encourages veterans to seek help from VSOs or accredited representatives if they've been denied.

PipemanRadio Interviews Super Group Ultrabomb at Punk Rock Bowling XXV in Downtown Las Vegas.Ultrabomb's legacy is already cemented, thanks to the unmatched pedigree of its members. On bass is Greg Norton, a founding member of the trailblazing Hüsker Dü, whose influence helped shape the sound of American punk rock and inspired generations of artists including The Pixies, Green Day, and Foo Fighters. Behind the drums is Derek O'Brien, best known for his work with Social Distortion, who has been a driving force in the genre through his contributions to seminal bands like Agent Orange, Adolescents, and DI.And now, Ultrabomb adds a powerful new dimension with the addition of Ryan Smith (guitar). A veteran musician, songwriter, and producer, Smith is known for his work with Soul Asylum. His dynamic presence and deep roots in punk and indie rock make him a natural fit for Ultrabomb's raw and high-voltage sound.Ultrabomb played a one-off show during Punk Rock Bowling, performing at the Punk Rock Saves Lives event at Hogs and Heifers on Saturday, May 24.In addition, fans had a rare opportunity to connect with punk rock history: Greg Norton offered personalized tours of the Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas on May 22, 23, and 24.Subscribe to The Adventures of Pipeman at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support  Take some zany and serious journeys with The Pipeman aka Dean K. Piper, CST on The Adventures of Pipeman also known as Pipeman Radio syndicated globally “Where Who Knows And Anything Goes”.  Check out our segment Positively Pipeman dedicated to Business, Motivation, Spiritual, and Health & Wellness.  Check out our segment Pipeman in the Pit dedicated to Music, Artistry and Entertainment.Would you like to be a sponsor of the show?Would you like to have your business, products, services, merch, programs, books, music or any other professional or artistic endeavors promoted on the show?Would you like interviewed as a professional or music guest on The Adventures of Pipeman, Positively Pipeman and/or Pipeman in the Pit?Would you like to host your own Radio Show, Streaming TV Show, or Podcast?  Contact the Pipeman:Phone/Text Contact – 561-506-4031Email Contact – dean@talk4media.com  Follow @pipemanradio on all socials  Visit Pipeman Radio on the Web at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradio, www.theadventuresofpipeman.com and www.pipemanradio.com. Download The Pipeman Radio APP.  The Adventures of Pipeman is broadcast live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET and Music & Positive Interviews daily at 8AM ET on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) and replays on K4HD Radio (www.k4hd.com)  – Hollywood Talk Radio part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Adventures of Pipeman TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).  The Adventures of Pipeman Podcast is also available on The Adventures of Pipeman Podcast, Pipeman Radio Podcast, Talk 4 Media, Talk 4 Podcasting, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.   

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! Join the Book Club Bois for the last stop before eternal night falls across the universe! It's the prelude to one of the most iconic events in the entire Geoff Johns GREEN LANTERN saga! The War of Light approaches. Red Lanterns rage across the universe. Blue Lanterns hope for the future. The Sinestro Corps seeds fear in its enemies. The Star Sapphires yearn for a loving embrace. And somewhere… Agent Orange stirs. Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps must find their place in this brave new galaxy before it burns down around them! Covers Green Lantern (2005) #26-28, #36-42, and Final Crisis: Rage of the Red Lanterns (2008) #1 by Geoff Johns, Ivan Reis, Mike McKone, Phillip Tan, Eddy Barrows, Rafael Albuquerque & Shane Davis Time Stamps: 00:00:25 Intro & Whatcha Doin'? 00:14:35 Book Club Begins 02:55:58 Break 02:57:26 Emerald Mailbag 03:35:28 Patreon Shout-Outs & Wrap-Up Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/geeksplained Geeksplained Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/geeksplained Follow us! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/geeksplained.bsky.social Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Send us your questions for the Geeksplained Mailbag! Email: Geeksplained@gmail.com Check out MYTHS OF ELYZIA: THE PROLOG EXPERIMENT, an Actual-Play DnD podcast from our friends at StoryCrash Media: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6l2vvp69gFGaTDBOdtAZQA?si=rcPI28N4R02myEvWc9scGQ Music Sampled: “Alive” by Warbly Jets

The Ochelli Effect 5-21-2025 NEWS PlusLast week Chuck should have done a show but depression and migranes prevented that/5/13/25 Hell & High Water with Meria & Chuck OchelliThe new Pope; The reality (unreality) show we are living in; trump & his Saudi pal; sleepy Don; Emoluments Clause; $400 million bribe; the fat shot; tariffs; caves again; Scott Bessent; Quaaludes;White Africans; apartheid; Jeanine Pirro; Newark Airport; FAA cuts; Qatar; MTG; Bob Menendez; Lawrence O'Donnell; Hollywood past and lots more.https://meria.net/2025/05/hell-high-water-with-meria-and-chuck-ochelli-2/---The Un-United Swindles of A-Trumpistan Pledge Alliegience to Orange Jesus and His Pallace in The SkyGift, Grift, just put your faith in the judgement of President TRUMPDidn't Bob Menendez get "Gifts" from the same country and get charged for it?Former U.S. Senator Robert Menendez Sentenced To 11 Years In Prison For Bribery, Foreign Agent, And Obstruction Offenseshttps://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/former-us-senator-robert-menendez-sentenced-11-years-prison-bribery-foreign-agent-andThe STABLE-GENIUS Came up with the word Equalize ...Presidential ActionsDELIVERING MOST-FAVORED-NATION PRESCRIPTION DRUGPRICING TO AMERICAN PATIENTS https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/05/delivering-most-favored-nation-prescription-drug-pricing-to-american-patients/HEY BUDDY YOUR FAT SHOT Ain't Workin' says AGENT ORANGE to his famous Nuerotic Overweight Businessman Buddy in LONDON on the phone?Trump says famous friend got ‘fat shot' cheaper overseas — and drug executive copped to overcharging https://nypost.com/2025/05/12/us-news/trump-says-famous-friend-got-fat-shot-cheaper-overseas-and-drug-executive-copped-to-overcharging/Elon Musk's chatbot IDs him as Trump's 'seriously overweight' pal taking the 'fat shot'https://www.rawstory.com/elon-musk-2671999528/?u=2f53bb278972a476fdd356998e164365b4a941ff41e84cb0292d908ed5cfbc5bIn NEWS THAT isn't even BREAKING,DAILY TRIFECTA: Qatar's Plane And Simple PloyLet's go back to the departure...JP SottileMay 12, 2025https://newsvandal.substack.com/p/daily-trifecta-qatars-plane-and-simple?GOOD PARTS = TRUMP Bad Parts = Biden, & THAT'S HOW THE ECONOMIC COOKIE CRUMBLESalso NO 20 OR 30 DOLLS FOR BEAUTIFUL GIRLS 11 YEAR-OLDs AND OTHER AGES JUST NEED 2 OR 3 What a joke. The 'dictator' wants a parade for his birthday. | Lettershttps://www.dispatch.com/story/opinion/letters/2025/05/10/trump-parade-for-his-birthday-dictators/83532762007/Florida serial killer cheers Trump in his final words at execution https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5304529-florida-serial-killer-glen-rogers-trump-maga-casanova-killer/ Trump on Upholding the Constitution? "I Don't Know"If Trump can claim a "national emergency" to disappear U.S. residents without due process, what's to stop him from doing the same to U.S. citizens who oppose him? Either everyone has due process — or no one doeshttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/fUUfJIbulNMArtII.S1.C7.1 Emoluments Clause and Presidential Compensationhttps://constitution.congress.gov/browse/essay/artII-S1-C7-1/ALDE_00000233/What is habeas corpus and why might Donald Trump want to suspend it?https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwynl8jv4gjo---Suzanne Harrington: 'We are all witnesses to genocide in Gaza — it's livestreaming in our pockets'https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle-columnists/arid-41629120.htmlCrates full of Nazi documents found in Argentine court's basementhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1w3jlqlp27oOchelli Link Treehttps://linktr.ee/chuckochelli---NOVEMBER IN DALLAS LANCER CONFERENCEDISCOUNT FOR YOU10 % OFF code = Ochelli10https://assassinationconference.com/------Email Chuckblindjfkresearcher@gmail.comBE THE EFFECTOchelli Link Treehttps://linktr.ee/chuckochelli

Christopher Macklin discusses working with angels, energy healing, and the Global Enlightenment Project with host Bonnie BurkertBorn as a highly aware psychic child in Chester, England, Christopher Macklin was able to perceive energy fields, spirit activity and multi-dimensional phenomena from a very young age. Today, Christopher works with thousands of clients a month internationally. He provides a full range of healing services that address a spectrum of physical, mental and emotional issues and has developed protocols for challenging illnesses such as Lymes disease, Morgellons, Agent Orange, Bio Weaponry attacks, emotional disorders, Chronic Depression, Bi-Polar, etc.  He and his wife Amanda have founded “The Global Enlightenment Project” to serve an awakening humanity and to support the healing needs of people all over the earth.  He lives with Amanda at their centre in Branson, Missouri. The whole person, and their whole life are treated, therefore relationships of families and loved ones can also be repaired and restored.Dr. Macklin's books include "Centering the Mind: Healing of Chronic, Stress, Anxiety and Depression" and "History, Truth and Healing: HIV/AIDS, Agent Orange, Gulf War Syndrome, Morgellons and Lyme Disease"www.globalenlightenmentproject.comHost Bonnie Burkert melds the worlds of media and higher consciousness, sharing tools for transformation to find our highest truth and live our brightest life. https://www.instagram.com/yogi_bon/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/truth-be-told-paranormal--3589860/support.

The work to choose a new pope begins next week with the secretive Papal Conclave. One of Pope Francis' lingering legacies that will need to be addressed: the late pontiff's efforts to reform the Vatican's less-than-transparent finances. Also, Maria Ressa is the Nobel Prize-winning journalist behind the investigative news site, Rappler, based in the Philippines. Her work made her a political enemy of former dictator, Rodrigo Duterte. Ressa joins us to share her experiences standing up for press freedom in the face of authoritarianism. And, Agent Orange is well known as a notorious chemical weapon used by the US in the Vietnam War but there was a lesser-known chemical weapon known as Agent Blue that's still making people sick. And, the new dance craze that Spanish ravers have imported from Holland.Listen to today's Music Heard on Air. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Gefeiert wird mit gigantischer Lichtshow und Mega-Feuerwerk über der Stadt Ho-Chi-Minh. 50 Jahre Ende des Vietnamkrieges, der heute aus verschiedenen Perspektiven ganz unterschiedlich erzählt wird. Dokumentarfilme, Bücher und die Erinnerungen von Zeitzeug*innen erzählen von einem brutalen Krieg. Ein Krieg, der kurz nach der Unabhängigkeit Vietnams von der Kolonialmacht Frankreich begann - als Bürgerkrieg zwischen dem kommunistischen Norden gegen den so genannten amerikafreundlichen Süden. Damals schickten die USA Truppen, um den Kommunismus zu besiegen. Sie setzten die Brandwaffe Napalm und hochgiftige Chemikalien wie das Pflanzengift Agent Orange ein, was noch bei den folgenden Generationen zu schweren Erkrankungen führte. 1973 ging dieser Krieg zu Ende. Aber er hat Spuren hinterlassen im Land und seinen Nachkommen, die heute überall in der Welt leben - auch in der deutschen Diaspora. Wie erinnern sie die Vergangenheit? Wer hat die Deutungshoheit über die Geschichte Vietnams und die Bilder von damals? Aber vor allem: Wie geht es Vietnam heute? Darüber sprechen die Autorin und Journalistin Khuê Phạm, Jennifer Johnston aus dem ARD-Studio Singapur, Lewe Paul, Referent der Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung für Südostasien, und Charlotte Klonk, Professorin für Kunst und Neue Medien an der HU Berlin. Podcast-Tipp: Deutschlandfunk Kultur Feature Vietnam Tapes - Die Kriegsaufzeichnungen des Michael A. Baronowski Ein junger Soldat im Vietnamkrieg macht Tonbandaufnahmen, es sind akustische Briefe an seine Familie. Sie dokumentieren eindrücklich das Leben in Schützengräben, die Freundschaft mit Kameraden und Gefechtshandlungen. https://www.ardaudiothek.de/episode/feature-deutschlandfunk-kultur/vietnam-tapes-die-kriegsaufzeichnungen-des-michael-a-baronowski/deutschlandfunk-kultur/57648754/

The Ochelli Effect 4-24-2025 NEWSTrump Fixed Everything Day One! Stop Bitching about EGGS DAMNIT! Besides it hasn't been 100 Days Yet, and oh yeah, Biden Crime Family, Hunters Laptop, and every administration before this one Screwed up all the trade deals. Don't you dare remind us that one of those major trade agreements with Canada and Mexico was the New NAFTA as in, USMC authored proudly by Agent Orange himself.We are the cult where real americans count but TRUMP IS LORD!---Russian strike on Kyiv kills at least 12 in biggest attack on Ukrainian capital since last summerhttps://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-kyiv-strike-913ca4a6b4e624ed50e6c1018576a8adDonald Trump Gives Update on Potential Ukraine, Russia War Dealhttps://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-gives-update-potential-ukraine-russia-war-deal-2063353Zelensky Reacts to Ben Shapiro's Concerns Over US Military Aidhttps://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-gives-update-potential-ukraine-russia-war-deal-2063353---FORKED RIVER aka LACEY TOWNSHIP NEW JERSEY was burningMore Arrests Possible In 'Intentionally Set' Bonfire That Spread To 15K Acres In NJhttps://patch.com/new-jersey/lacey/waretown-man-accused-starting-jones-road-fire-burned-15k-acresFROM THE LIVE CHAT:CitizenGX: Oh shit Chuck, it says it started on 4 20, I bet there was a BIG party ALSO ALSO, Chuck gives you unique insight and exclusive analysis on a Jersey Story that will  rapidly stop heading up the Lines in News-Land. Is it really arson when a dumbass kid party in the woods goes wrong because Smokey The Bear isn't a thing in his generation? To be fair Smokey The Bear might be the name of Some strains of cannabis at the local Weed Store. By The Way, Ever Try School House Rock? That Shit is Bangin'!---In Other Words on Other Worlds with Different Agenda from Here, Now, & Whatever in Hell is happening today, this, Hour and in Between Truth Social and X Tweets...‘The Conners' Bosses Tease the Series Finale Is ‘Going to Be Really Emotional'https://www.tvinsider.com/1184619/the-conners-series-finale-emotional-ending/The Conners ending: How the spinoff's series finale said goodbye to Roseanne (again)https://ew.com/the-conners-ending-series-finale-saying-goodbye-roseanne-11720812‘The Conners' Bosses Tease the Series Finale Is ‘Going to Be Really Emotional'https://www.tvinsider.com/1184619/the-conners-series-finale-emotional-ending/Ochelli was contacted by Natureboy from an alternate universe, or his evil twin. You Decide.WE HAVE RECORDED MESSAGES!! Like Some EVP from a discarded portion to a Black Mirror script for Season 10 Outline or Rough Draft...‘The Conners' Bosses Tease the Series Finale Is ‘Going to Be Really Emotional'https://www.tvinsider.com/1184619/the-conners-series-finale-emotional-ending/---KEEP OCHELLI GOING. You are the EFFECT if you support OCHELLI https://ochelli.com/donate/Email Chuck or PayPalblindjfkresearcher@gmail.comBE THE EFFECTListen/Chat on the Sitehttps://ochelli.com/listen-live/TuneInhttp://tun.in/sfxkxAPPLEhttps://music.apple.com/us/station/ochelli-com/ra.1461174708Ochelli Link Treehttps://linktr.ee/chuckochelli

Send us a textA plate of pancakes became the catalyst for a nationwide veterans support movement in this remarkable story of love, legacy, and service. After Susan Combs' father, Major General Roger Combs—who served 39 years across three military branches—developed Agent Orange-related cancer, one poignant morning changed everything. Unable to eat due to his feeding tube, he simply stated: "I want pancakes for breakfast." This heartbreaking moment eventually sparked what would become Pancakes for Roger, a nonprofit creating pathways to improve veterans' lives.Susan shares the raw emotional journey from personal grief to purposeful action. What began as a social media tribute evolved into an annual February campaign where pancake photos trigger donations supporting veterans' causes, most notably the University of Missouri Veterans Legal Clinic providing free legal services for VA claims. Their latest campaign generated an impressive $13,000 and drew participation from all 50 states and six continents.Beyond fundraising, Pancakes for Roger partners with smaller veteran organizations where modest financial support creates outsized impact. From construction projects for disabled veterans to mental health crisis support through QRF Up, these collaborations address immediate needs without bureaucratic delays. Susan's philosophy resonates throughout: "Small nonprofits can change lives with $2,000 that would barely register at a large foundation."The organization's future looks promising with weightlifting competitions dubbed "Dragon Slayer" events, community outreach initiatives, and plans to establish an endowment for veteran micro-grants. Susan's book, "Pancakes for Roger: A Mentorship Guide for Slaying Dragons," furthers her father's legacy through wisdom and life lessons while generating additional support for veterans' causes.Want to transform breakfast into meaningful change? Visit pancakesforroger.org to learn how you can host a pancake event, donate to their mission, or connect veterans with crucial resources. Together, we can ensure veterans receive the support, recognition, and community they've earned through their service.

WEB KIRK.O. Captain Kirk is dead! No wait -- he's a ghost! No... it's interspace! But, what's this? the crew of the Enterprise is slowly going mad? And now the ship is being surrounded by a web? Is this third season adventure a TREK, MARRY, or KILL? The grades begin at (13:22).

As the Trump team scrambles to contain the fallout over the signal scandal, former Republican Senator and U.S. Defense Secretary under President Barack Obama, Chuck Hagel, talked to Christiane about the far-reaching consequences of this blunder. Then she speaks with best-selling author Michael Lewis and satirist W. Kamau Bell, about their new book called, "Who is Government? The Untold Story of Public Service.," which profiles the civil servants being targeted by the new administration in their federal government cuts. Plus, Ivan Watson reports on the hundreds of people trapped inside “scam compounds” in the warlord-controlled border region of Myanmar, the nexus of a billion-dollar scam industry, where hundreds of thousands of trafficked people have been working as modern slaves, conning victims around the world out of their savings. Then, as “The Sound of Music" turns 60, Christiane revisits her conversation with Julie Andrews about her legendary career and some behind-the-scenes moments. Plus, as the administration's foreign aid cut halt the critical cleanup of Agent Orange and other diplomatic efforts in Vietnam, Christiane's 60 Minutes report highlights the devastating impact of the toxic chemical on the local population and U.S. vets alike, and the reason for the much-needed U.S. assistance to this day.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, host Jim Love kicks off his new profile series with a deep dive into the compelling career of Dr. Priscilla Johnson, an environmental advocate at the crossroads of technology and sustainability. Dr. Johnson discusses her work in building a data center in South Africa amidst a severe drought, her tenure as Director of Water Strategy at Microsoft, and her transition into cyber intelligence. She explains how her unique background and empathetic approach have informed her career decisions and advocacy for responsible resource management. The conversation also touches on the importance of situational awareness in cybersecurity, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersections of environmental engineering, infrastructure, and cybersecurity. 00:00 Introduction to the Series 00:29 Meet Dr. Priscilla Johnson 00:54 Challenges of Building a Data Center in Africa 01:16 Dr. Johnson's Background and Role at Microsoft 02:38 Addressing the Water Crisis in South Africa 06:34 Innovative Solutions and Collaborations 19:12 Dr. Johnson's Journey into Environmental Engineering 24:47 Discovering Texas and Dow Chemical 25:15 Environmental Impact and Agent Orange 27:00 Challenges in Environmental Management 29:00 Maternity Leave and Data Issues 34:46 Transition to Cybersecurity 37:19 Cybersecurity Threats and Preparedness 48:26 Mentorship and Career Advice 53:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

A weekly magazine-style radio show featuring the voices and stories of Asians and Pacific Islanders from all corners of our community. The show is produced by a collective of media makers, deejays, and activists. Resources: Lavender Phoenix: website | instagram QTViet Cafe: website | instagram Mugworts Queer Cabin: website Underpainting Collective: instagram Aetelier Collective / Suncha: instagram | spotify | show on march 30 in Newark, CA Minjoona Music instagram | spotify Transcript: Cheryl Truong (she/they): Good evening and welcome to tonight's episode of apex express. I'm your host, Cheryl Truong and tonight show is in honor of Trans Day of Visibility, but we're not just here to talk about visibility in that surface level way get sometimes framed as a political strategy. We're here to hold the fullness of trans life, the rage, the fear, the grief, and the joy, the power and the brilliance. Across the nation, a storm of hostility is being unleashed against the LGBTQ plus community.  In 2024 alone, 617 anti-trans bills were introduced. Making it the fifth consecutive record breaking year for legislation targeting trans rights. This year, that number has already climbed to 796 bills. This is horrifying. Yes. But even in the face of all of this, Our trans and queer community have never stopped living have never stopped dreaming. Have never stopped building futures from the margins.   And so I hope tonight as much as it is important to stay rooted and grounded in our political reality that is having very real, very immediate consequences on our trans and queer and gender expansive community. We also want to center trans joy because trans joy is not a distraction.  It is a strategy, a survival skill, and a source of power. So we're gathering in that spirit of resistance, remembrance, and radical joy tonight. And I'm honored to be joined by some incredible guests whose lives and work, reflect that very spirit. First we have Jean and Hải from QTViệt Cafe a creative cultural hub, dedicated to queer trans (QT Viet) liberation through ancestral practices, the arts and intergenerational connection. And we're also joined by eri oura from Lavender Phoenix, also known as LavNix, an organization that builds trans non-binary and queer API power in the bay area. Thank you all so much for being here. To start us off can you all introduce yourselves so that our listeners can connect your voices to names?  Hải Võ: Yeah, thanks Cheryl. Chào mọi người My name is Hải. And I am a member of Asian Refugees United, QTViệt Cafe Collective. And, yeah, thanks so much for having me. Jean Phạm (they/them): Hey, I'm Jean. I use they/them pronouns and I also organize with Hải at QTViệt Cafe Collective. I'm also a part of a newly formed art collective called Under Painting Collective. We're taking over an art school. We teach oil painting and charcoal drawing. Thanks for inviting us to be here, Cheryl.  eri oura (they/them): Hey, thanks Cheryl for having us. I'm eri. I am part of LavNix I am also part of Mugworts, a queer, and trans BIPOC centered cabin out in Greenville. , and I'm excited to be here. Cheryl Truong (she/they): Before we begin, I want to offer a logistical note. For our listeners if you were interested in any of the organizations that were mentioned, and it will be mentioned throughout the show such as Mugwort and Lavender Phoenix, which eri mentioned. Or QTViệt Cafe mentioned by Hải and Jean, and of course the Underpainting collective you could find their socials in the show notes on our website, kpfa.org/programs/apex-express.  Okay. Transition. I want to start with a question that is intentionally spacious. What is on your heart right now as a trans person moving through the world. Hải, do you want to start us off?  Hải Võ: Hmm. Yeah chia buồn That's the phrase that comes up for me. I just share in sadness. Usually that's a phrase to describe when someone passes in the Việt community. The way that I hear about how folks in our community are experiencing job insecurity, housing insecurity, being arrested, detained, deported. My days and my hearts are just broken. My heart has gone in many cycles of heartbreak over my whole life, as a queer person, as a trans, femme person. It isn't to say that this is anything new or that I haven't been in practice to mend my heart. This is just a incredibly heightened time. It's starting to not just hurt my heart, but also I feel it viscerally. It's much more tangible. We're talking about our lives, each other's lives. And so yeah, my heart is breaking.  I feel the frustration and the anger and the more frequent, heightened fear. But to be honest with you, our ancestors have equipped us for this moment. And I think there are reasons why, this moment exists. This is the reason why we started QTViệt Cafe, why Asian Refugees United is here because we know that we're trying to restore our wholeness, not just as trans folks, as queer folks, but just as people from a history of violence, trauma, and displacement. This isn't the first time that all those things have come around. Our ancestors have faced these maybe in different contexts and maybe in our homelands more so. And while I have that frustration and that anger, the frequency is heightened, I feel steadfast and I feel more able to mend my heart and able to hold and mend other people's hearts in this moment because we've been at this for so long. QTViệt  Cafe, we're gonna be celebrating nine years this summer. So I just got chills because I, I think I, um, I have to like, hold myself in comfort for myself right now because, I mean, when I came out, to myself in my teen year or I knew I was queer and trans from a really young age. I could see who I was, but I didn't necessarily feel like it was who I truly was. And so I grew up in a world where I was living different realities or wanting a different reality from actually how I was. I'm getting chills because when I came out, I started coming out to friends and families in my late teens and early twenties, and then ultimately to my parents when I was 23. I didn't know I would be able to live this long. I didn't know I would be able to meet other queer and trans Viet people, other queer and trans folks of color or other queer and trans people in general. Couple that with like a food system that I've been in food for so long, , for almost 15 years. And so, trying to nourish. Queer justice is connected to all other forms of justice. I've been at land and food justice work for a long time. And so, what I was seeing with what was happening to me and our queer and trans kin, the injustices happening in our community, I was seeing also that with cultural injustice in Vietnam to the Vietnamese community here, and then ultimately to the food system here in the US. So it was all connected. I am both surprised and also really proud that I'm still here and the most comfortable and thriving I am in my skin. Healing as a trans and queer person, I can only go so much. I can only heal so much on my own. The healing and the fight for liberation and freedom as queer and trans people happens so much more exponentially when done together. And so, I'm just so proud of us for all the years of connecting with each other, getting to know each other, building friendship, relationships, and fighting for the future that we want. I'll be turning in Viet age, I'll be turning 40 next year. My doctor, when I was young and had type two diabetes said that I'll only live to be 30. And so I've surpassed that. I'm excited for what magic we as queer and trans people continue to make, and what's the fights that we will continue to have and ultimately the unprecedented and insurmountable victories and wins that we'll have as a queer and trans community. 'cause we've been doing that forever and in this moment I wanna organize, I wanna help mend and heal our hearts and our minds so that we can really be able to like galvanize, organize, and create the practices and policies and futures that we actually want in the world, which we've been doing forever. I also think that it's an important time right now to be really clear about what we need, to be really clear about what we want and gather in ways that we may not have gathered before. I see joy and health as part of struggle and freedom in liberation and organizing. And so, I'll check there. eri oura (they/them): That was so beautifully said Hải. Thank you for naming the resilience and the fight that queer and trans folks have had to exude to continue to exist. For me it has also been really difficult to see and witness the struggle that our folks are experiencing right now.  It's really something to kind of trust in the state to hold our identities in a way that I don't think the state ever really knew how to. I was reminded on a group coaching call with other trans folks, that trans folks have lived in the underground for most of time. And that reminder really just made me feel we don't need validation from these entities, you know? That's never what has fulfilled our existence. It's actually our joy. It's actually our healing, our ability to not get bulldozed by waves of hate and transphobia. Queerphobia. It's really important for us to remember that and remind young folks that truth even though there has been this chunk of time, maybe like the last decade or so, where our gender identities get acknowledged by the state, but that's not where our validation comes from. We really need to not depend on these institutions. We take care of us. What I have been witnessing more is mutual aid being used as a way for our people to keep going. Honestly, I have never in my life gotten so many mutual aid requests as I have in the last few months which speaks to the heightened security and safety issues that our folks are experiencing in the queer and trans community. But also it's a sign that people are leaning into being courageous and asking for help, which is not an easy thing to do. It's not easy to ask for the help that we need. I think it's really important for us to remember that we're not alone. There are more than a billion people in this world I think I was also feeling overwhelmed by how much support folks were asking of me and I've had to say some grounded nos. And that kind of broke my heart honestly, to have to say no to a really courageous ask for support. My friend and coworker reminded me that there are so many other people in this world and we need to be able to share the the work of supporting each other to exist. Jean Phạm (they/them): Mm-hmm. Wow, that's beautiful. I'm loathed to go last. the first thing I think about is recently, one of the youth that I had formally worked with reached out and we just had a check-in and it really reminded me of the show Heartstopper, you know, these gay British kids. One of the gay kids, he is like always going to his art teacher about his various issues like, Hmm, I'm gay. Like, what do I do? And the art teacher's just trying to have lunch. And I remember I used to be Charlie, the kid, but now I'm the art teacher trying to have lunch and trying to help this kid deal with crisis. I remember years ago, the first time Trump got elected, I remember the first thing that I was thinking about was ” oh, I, I guess I'll never be able to transition or live my life the way I want or need to.” then I just kind of grieved that and made peace with it. I do wish I could speak to that version of me because I think it's pretty similar to what Hải had shared. Personally, I do feel I am in probably the best form of myself that I've ever been. I'm the wisest I've ever been. I'm doing everything that I want to. I'm learning to heal my inner child. My taste in men has improved dramatically. I learned how to say no. There's a lot of things that have just shifted that I think are net positives, but it's in total, in contrast with the world in which we live ourselves. And I think similar to what folks have shared I think for me, I've just gone more hyperlocal. Right. Given that these institutions, our federal institutions, our state institutions have failed us. It's just truly ripping the mask off. These are things we've known before. The ways in which we are being oppressed, the ways in which people spout hate. The rhetoric being used. It's not new, it's not novel. These are things we've heard over and over again. Like, if I wanted to cosplay as a hater, an alt-right hate, like, it'd be so easy, you know everything they say. There's a sense that the oppression we face is so mundane and it's so ordinary. The student had asked me oh, Jean, I'm so alone right now. What do I do as a young queer person trying to navigate the Trump of it all, and I was like, oh girl, you need to make friends. Like you really need to make friends. 'cause it's really, yeah, like when our institutions fail us, our community really holds us out. It's why I organized with the QTViệts. It's why my art friends, we created Under Painting Collective. It's why we find these pockets of the world that we really want to build and that are nourishing to us, our energy giving, that we wanna invest our time and resources in. And we try to carve out a version of the world that we wanna live in. And I think that's how we ride it out, or that's how we survive. We have to look super local. Yeah, I think that's basically how I'm doing. So I'll, I'll just check there too.  Cheryl Truong (she/they): Thank you all for sharing what's in your heart.  Hải, thank you for bringing up chia buồn, sharing sadness, and for naming our legacies of ancestral resilience. eri, thank you for reminding us that the state and institutions have no say in the validation of our identities as trans and queer people. And for lifting up mutual aid as a beautiful alternative that supports, and I loved how you put this, those courageous asks for help that the state will never be able to provide. And of course for modeling those grounded no's..  And Jean, thank you for your offerings of alt-right cosplay. And for grounding us in that strength of community. And I just want to say. A big, thank you to the art teachers in the middle of having lunch everywhere. I don't know where we would be without you truly. ‘  We are going to take a quick music break, don't go anywhere we'll be right back with more conversation in honor of Trans Day of Visibility when we return. Next up, you're listening to a track called “Juniper” by Minjoona, a project led by Korean American musician, Jackson Wright. This track features Ari Statler on bass, josh Qiyan on drums, and Ryan Fu producing. Juniper is the lead single from Minjoona's newest release, the Juniper EP, a five track p roject rooted in indie rock, 60 throwback vibes, and lyric forward storytelling. You can follow Minjoona on Instagram at @minjoonamusic or find them on Spotify to keep up with upcoming releases. We'll drop the links in our show notes. Enjoy the track and we'll be right back.  And we're back!!. You're listening to APEX express on 94.1 KPFA, 89.3 KPFB in Berkeley. 88.1. KFCF in Fresno and online@kpfa.org. That was “Juniper” by Minjoona.  Huge thanks to Jackson Wright and the whole crew behind that track. Before the break we talked about, what's been sitting on our hearts as queer and trans people moving through the world right now, naming both the grief and also the resilience that we carry. I wanted to stay with that thread and widen the lens a bit because we know that even in the face of violence and erasure, trans resistance is alive and ongoing. So I want to ask, where are you seeing moments of resistance in the trans community?  Whether in movement spaces, small acts of care, or day to day survival.  eri oura (they/them): I am happy to share first. Where I'm seeing resistance, movement building work and also community building. My paid work with LavNix is definitely a space where we center trans justice and do the work of developing leaders with skills to be able to hold the line of our existence. Our existence is resistance. We don't just see our own individual liberation as separate from everyone else's. We are doing the work of advocacy around budget in San Francisco with our Care Not Cops campaign. We're doing the work of lifting up our folks in our stories not just in the current moment, but also by lifting up like our QTAPI histories. QTAPI meaning queer and trans API folks. With Mugwarts, we provide a more accessible, affordable space for queer and trans BIPOC folks to heal. For me that is also part of the resistance, the fight, getting to rest because as we were checking in earlier and talking about how stress really does shorten people's lifespans and quality of life. I think knowing that there's space, there's place, there's land for us to engage with to do that work of healing. The more disconnected we are from that reality that we are connected with the land, it's making it harder for us to be able to feel connected to ourselves, to each other. For me, when I go to the river for a swim or go to the ocean for a dip, that is part of my resistance too. My joy in being in that space is so important. Why would we fight if we had nothing to look forward to? Honestly, if it all just felt so mundane and also like we're always fighting, we would just burn out. When we're burnt out, it makes it hard for us to feel the light of our ancestors, feel the light of the universe that is actually our birthright to connect with. The reality is that this world is very abundant. Scarcity is a manufactured thing that, capitalism, the state is trying to push on us as a way to oppress us, to suppress us, to keep us down. When we tap into abundance, we tap into pleasure, we tap into joy. We tap into ease in this way that allows us to stay connected to each other, to ourselves, to other beings on this planet. Being rooted in abundance is a powerful act of resistance. Jean Phạm (they/them): Yeah. Well said. I try to practice abundance, but I always feel all I know is scarcity. Great reminder. For me, trans justice is so embedded with so many larger movements like you have shared. Trans justice is disability justice. Trans justice is fighting for Palestinian liberation. Trans justice is anti-imperialist because I think ultimately, self-determination in our bodies. To be the way that we are.  I often feel spiritually as trans people, we know who we are so there's a lot of abundance there. There's a lot of wealth there. I would actually argue spiritually cis people have more to gain from trans justice than we do. I always share how trans people in pre-colonial societies were spiritual leaders, shamans, healers in the community. It was mentioned before that a lot of trans people today exist in underground economies or are just not embedded in society. There's no place for trans people in our current world whereas there used to be. I do think that is one of the unstated qualities that we're trying to bring within trans justice. I also will say in any given committee where people are doing actions or organizing or doing mutual aid, I can assure you that there is a, they them, there is a doll, there's a trans gender expansive person, otherwise trans person in those committees, you know, People are moving.  In the topic of trans visibility day, we see the ramifications of that, right? Visibility doesn't always offer us more power or safety. Institutions are realizing this. You see nonprofits, community orgs, they have to scrub every fixture of language around diversity, equity, inclusion, so that they aren't being targeted by the federal government. Visibility isn't really what trans justice is about, right? It has never really protected us. We're fighting for basic things to survive, to work to make sure this stupid gender on our form is right. To walk to the store. In some sense, the way I've lived and expressed my transness, I always feel the un visible parts or the invisibility is where I will always feel more actualized. You know when people, cis people, strangers look at me and they're like, who the hell is she? What is she like? What is that? I'm like, uh, My favorite moments are when people. Like in my old job when I had first moved to the Bay, I got this big sense that I declared to know, oh, I'm trans. And I could see the cogs turn in their head as they're trying to figure out, oh, which way are they trans? And I love that. I love living in the ambiguity. To me, that's always been more emblematic what being trans is to me is kind of just playing with expectations. Making people a bit more uncomfortable and allowing more for more experiences to live. Hải Võ: What's coming to mind, in addition to what you've all shared is, what does it mean for me to be on Turtle Island and in the diaspora? Part of transness and queerness is also understanding who we are and where we come from. In the context of just the nature of why I'm here on Turtle Island in diaspora is because the US was there in Vietnam. I think that means trans justice is actually beyond borders and actually recognizing that the history of our queer and trans people, trans justice means that we're also acknowledging the struggles and liberations of our kin  in the homeland. When I think about trans justice, I can't help but think about the fights against imperialism, colonization, the ways in which essentially trans and queer people in Vietnam have been discriminated, have been bullied, have been essentially because of colonization, imperialism, been wiped out of history. And if it wasn't for a culture that is by word of mouth and people from indigeneity that is questioning who we are and also being like, well, if we are trans and queer then we must have queer and trans ancestors. And we do. And that's been a very healing journey for me. It's been both hard but also very healing to know that queer and trans folks our age, even younger are also experiencing similar things to what we're experiencing here as queer and trans folks in the diaspora. But it also means fighting for indigenous, local, queer and trans ancestral homeland experience also. I was just, we were just hearing about how USAID was paying for essentially medication for our people over there. But now with that gone, it's like, what are people to do? And so it's not even just, not just about trans lives. The defunding of that has also created stop in removal of Agent Orange. We have fields in Vietnam that have like, after that cut, are left to continue to have Agent Orange. Now, with the early monsoon seasons of the year, that water will permeate into millions of lives downstream. And Vietnam is a whole ecosystem of wetlands and water. And so for me, I just think about trans justice as as a Viet, as a Southeast Asian, as an Asian person, as a person who has lineage somewhere, ancestry, somewhere indigeneity somewhere, it means acknowledging the deep historical reparations that colonization, imperialism and modern day capitalism in parts. The last thing I'll share for this one is I think that trans and queer justice is also ecological justice. This is very connected to what you were sharing, Jean. Ecology is essentially the study of home. There's just been too many times in my life where home has been ripped from me. I've had to leave what I thought was home. I've had to feel like I, I needed to be a different thing outside of what my home actually is in my own body and my own mind. How can we create a piece of not just mind, but also piece of body, piece of place, piece of space, piece of an unlived ecology that transness and queerness is the norm. And, I love learning about how nature is so queer and so trans. I mean me saying that and naming that is a hard thing to say. The English terms that we use is a very colonial thing, but the ways in which other animals and plants are in relationship to each other, I'm like, oh, worms having multiple genders, I'm like that. I feel like that. And so like, the worms probably have their own language about what that is. I'm not gonna like, “worms, teach me about who you are” because I'm not trying to appropriate you and I'm just like, this is this cool that nature is already in a state of abundance in itself, like queer abundance in itself. Cheryl Truong (she/they): Ooh.  Thank you all for sharing those powerful reflections on resistance. It's such a reminder that trans resilience doesn't just show up in protests, policy fights, or in singular days like Trans Visibility Day. It lives on in our relationships. And our lineages in the everyday ways we refuse erasure.  As Hải reminded us. It stretches beyond borders and into our motherland, especially as diasporic trans or queer people of color. And it shows up when we play with people's expectations. Like Jean confusing their colleagues assumptions about their gender. It's also in the worms. In our ecologies. It shows up when we fight for Palestinian liberation. When we organize with value aligned groups, like Lavender Phoenix, like QTViệt Cafe it also shows up as Eddy beautifully names in our joy. I love the importance of uplifting that swimming in the ocean is part of resistance. Because rest is resistance. Pleasure is resistance. Our very existence is resistance. So, thanks for grounding us all in that  So we've just spent time talking about how resistance shows up in our trans and queer communities. And I now want to shift us into a conversation about what sustains us, what keeps us going, what brings us back to ourselves and to each other. But before we dive in, we're going to take a quick music break.  Up next. You're going to be hearing from Suncha, an Asian-American Bay area based band dabbling in punk rock, math rock, and groove-based jamming. The group features Ryan Foo on guitar and vocals. Jackson Wright on bass and vocals. And Abhay Malik on drums. You can catch Suncha live this Sunday at Simmer Huang in Newark, California. For more information, check them out on Instagram. @ ateliercollective That is spelled. A T E L I E R collective– link in our show notes. And keep an eye out Suncha's debut album is set to drop in the summer of 2025. Enjoy the music and we'll be right back. Welcome back!  You're listening to APEX express on 94.1 KPFA, 89.3. KPFB in Berkeley, and 88.1 KFCF in Fresno and online at kpfa.org. Big shout out to Suncha for that last track. So much love to this Bay Area Asian American band bringing punk, math, rock and groove into our ears and hearts. You can catch them live this Sunday at Simmer Huang in Newark. More information on Instagram at @ateliercollective, as always link in our show notes.  I'm your host, Cheryl Truong and tonight's show is in honor of Trans Day of Visibility. I'm here in conversation with Jean and Hải from QTViệt Cafe, which is a project of Asian Refugees United. And eri oura from Lavender Phoenix. Before the break we explored where trans resistance is showing up across our communities. Now I want to turn towards what sustains us, what keeps us rooted, nourished and connected as we continue dreaming and building together. So my next question: what kind of trans joy or wisdom has carried you through this past year? Jean Phạm (they/them): I wanna uplift what Hải I had shared at the very beginning. The Vietnamese concept of chia buồn. Sharing sadness. We can survive if we each just take a little piece. The community takes a small morsel of someone's burden and helps lift them up and share it. I really experienced that a couple weeks ago when my maternal grandmother passed away. And I think one of the biggest I feel tragedies is we're all just trying to survive. Purchasing power definitely creates a difference, but the reality is in our terms of just lived experience, we're just one or two paychecks from just full on destitution, you know? so we really rely on each other. When I heard that my grandma passed away, it was really hard for me because one is just going back to family is such a traumatic ordeal, and two, the flights were just logistically expensive. I just commiserated to one of my friends I had to do an overnight train down, which is maybe 10 hours. I mean, it's fine. I've done it many times before. But I think as an act of care and mutual aid, my friends organized behind my back and were able to give me enough so that I could get a flight and not really think about the logistics so much so that I could just focus on being present and also deal with the mental load of being around my family again. To me that was an expression of trans joy in terms of all these relationships I had built, really came through and I wasn't expecting it to, you know. One constant reflection I had was like, when people are grieving, am I just nice to them? Because I was like, I don't think so. Maybe, you know, it's hard to tell. But people really came through. And I think that really lifts me up and really I think about it so often. Being able to share in everyone's sadness. I'll also share within my close group of friends, I have this little scheme or theory called the Screaming Girl Theory. In a given week, only one of us can be the screaming crying girl and everyone has to support her. And then it rotates. In the scheme of things, it's like, oh God, we're all people of color who are all queer, trans or just have a touching point of just being oppressed in some way. If someone's like, oh no, I'm having such a hard time because I'm depressed, I have anxiety, I'm a queer person of color. You know, that type of rhetoric. It's hard in our space 'cause it's like me too. Everyone's going through it. So I think moments where we can share in that and rotate taking care of each other is really what has been keeping me going. And I also think it's nice to care for other people too. That's probably the final realization. People like helping, and giving people opportunities to help. I think it does induce a nice feeling and we may not always be well resourced or have the capacity to, but when we can, when we offer help to people, I think that's something people generally wanna do in service of the community. eri oura (they/them): I love this question because again, I feel like joy is so important right? In our fight for liberation, for Justice as trans folks, gender expansive folks. I mean, honestly, being with other queer and trans folks is such a joy. When we're marching in the streets together, when we're organizing doing the back end work of creating the space for each other to feel safe. And not just safe, but also seen and held. Not only is it joyful, but it's healing. When I think about trans justice, I think about healing justice as a intersection that we hold together. It's inseparable, honestly. I do think that there is a lot of grief, a lot of hurt, a lot of trauma that we have to endure in this world and sometimes we inflicted on each other. But when we can turn that around and really face each other in those hard moments. It makes such a difference in the quality of our relationships. The depth of how much we can access within ourselves. We as trans and queer folks, it doesn't matter what the state is trying to impose on us, trying to erase our existence, they have been doing that forever. They have been trying to eliminate us in this colonial context. It really is the joy that keeps us buoyant, that keeps us connected to the light of the universe that keeps us connected to each other. When other people who don't understand transness see us in our joy, they just see joy and that makes it attractive. That makes it something they wanna be a part of. The fact that we have learned to put words to who we are in the deeper ways that words have evolved into is us really just trying to fit into this context of colonialism, meaning making, all of these things that I think are powerful tools, powerful skills to have. At the root of everything is we know we are a network that supports each other to exist. And being able to put words to that is such a gift. Without the words we communicate with each other in ways we see each other in ways that I don't think people who are stuck in narrow binaries can actually see or feel or understand. For whatever reason that makes them angry. Their anger is just more fuel for us to lean into joy because it's not even about them. We can have conversations, we can try to justify our joy and our existence, but at the end of the day when the sun goes down, we are who we are, and in the light it might be easier to see how magical we are, but in the darkness, I think. We glow in a way that people who are limited in their thinking are not able to. They can't tap into that light. Hải Võ: I used to hide a lot. I used to hide who I was in order to think that I would feel safe. Hide my queerness. Hide my transness. Because there were assumed fears that my parents being conservative Catholic that I would be reprimanded and then, that happened. There was a period of that very tragic dark times. Looking back at that, I think I needed to experience that in order to fully understand how deeply organized systems can be traumatic and be deeply problematic. And also lessons in how do we actually better organize our systems to not perpetuate discrimination, violence and trauma. All that to say, I think that part of trans joy in the last year is instead of being less, getting smaller, being less than, hiding, actually, trans joy is just what you were saying, eri. Actually just being more me. Being more truthful. More honest. I've been on a healing journey with my dad the last year. We've been estranged for five years since my mom passed. I had gone to come to peace with, potentially not talking to my dad for a while. But I think that innately part of being Viet and wanting to reconnect with Vietnam is to try to connect with my dad as a portal or as a throughway to Vietnam. I took both the risk and the opportunity to reconnect with my dad with the hopes that we could heal our relationship. And just as much as I've gone through my own journey on transness and queerness, my dad has also too. There's been a lot of apologies, A lot of me unearthing and upending a lot of my own truths and just being really honest about who I am and being more comfortable and more grounded in what I want to do in my life. My dad has too. As hard as the tensions are, and even if in the moment, our elders, our people, our families might not be voting in the ways that we want them to vote or be against the policies and practices that counter who we are. I think I'm hopeful for just being more honest with myself and getting out of our comfort zones and unease in order to really surface what needs to be said. That's one. Two is, I just love meeting with our queer and trans elders. I think that's been part of our joy. Shout out to Sống Thật, the first queer Viet radio show in San Jose. They literally just were like, we're gonna take community college classes on radio and we want a show. We just wanna share that experience to dismantle a lot of the stereotypes. And so I think a lot of the, the trans joy that I'm experiencing is just we just gotta do it. We just gotta try it. I'm learning with our ancestors. Learning with our elders and just being like, we gotta try, we gotta do and yeah. I'll check there. Mm-hmm.  Cheryl Truong (she/they): And that's the end of our show. If you're. Curious about the incredible work being done at Lavender Phoenix, Asian Refugees United, QTViệt Cafe, Mugworts, and Under Painting Collective, check out the links in show notes and learn more about how these groups are building trans and queer aAPI power, culture and care in our communities. You can access the show notes at kpfa.org/programs/apex-express.  Before we close out, I want to take a moment to uplift a campaign that is very close to my heart. Pardon APSC 4. Some of you listening may already be familiar with this campaign, they've been on our show before. Pardon APSC4 is a demand to Governor Newsom to pardon the APSC 4 which are Borey “Peejay” Ai, Nghiep “Ke” Lam, Chanton Bun, and Maria Legarda. Our beloved family members, the APSC 4 are at risk of deportation. We are asking you our listeners to join us in telling the governor to pardon them now so they can remain home with their families and communities. The APSC 4 are childhood survivors of violence and trauma. They are impacted by bullying, poverty, war, and domestic violence. Like so many others, they were funneled into the criminal legal system as youth. While incarcerated, they became leaders. They completed self-help and educational programs. They mentored others and committed themselves to healing and transformation. Each one of them have earned release through California's parole process and were affirmed for release by both the board of parole hearings and Governor Newsom himself. But instead of being allowed to return home, ICE was contacted and now they face deportation simply because of where they were born. That is what's called double punishment. A racist and unjust system that targets immigrants and refugees after they've already served their time. The APSC 4 are not just individuals. They are community leaders. As part of the Asian Prisoners Support Committee, an organization, which centers formerly incarcerated leadership, Peejay, Ke, Bun, and Maria provide reentry support. They mentor at risk youth and they lead workshops on the school to prison, to deportation pipeline. They are change-makers. They are caregivers. They are parents. They are our community. And despite everything that they've given and everything that they continue to do, they live in an immigration limbo. Under the threat of deportation by a system designed to disappear them. So we are calling on Governor Newsom to stop ICE from deporting the APSC4.  We are calling on Governor Newsom to grant them pardons. To learn more and take action, please visit bit.ly/APSC4.  That is B I T dot L Y slash APSC. You can sign a petition, write a letter and help us keep our people home. Please join us in the fight to keep APSC4 home. Thank you. Apex express is produced by Miko Lee, Paige Chung, Jalena Keane-Lee, Preeti Mangala Shekar. Shekar, Anuj Vaidya, Kiki Rivera, Swati Rayasam, Nate Tan, Hien Nguyen, Nikki Chan, and Cheryl Truong  Cheryl Truong: Tonight's show was produced by me, cheryl. Thanks to the team at KPFA for all of their support. And thank you for listening!  The post APEX Express – March 27, 2025 – Trans Day of Visibility appeared first on KPFA.

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