The gender binary, or the idea that there are only two genders, is at the core of so many issues facing transgender people today. However, Schuyler speaks with the host of PBS' Brave Spaces and trans advocate Devin-Norelle about how this false assumption impacts those who may not believe gender plays a significant role in their life, and how radical self-reflection can help dismantle this societal norm.
Jan 15, 2024
58 min
Navigating the journey of caring for and supporting a transgender child can be overwhelming, especially for parents unfamiliar with the transgender experience.
In this episode, Schuyler invites Nai and Leo, the first parent and child who reached out to him after his 60 Minutes feature aired. They delve into the discussion on how Nai affirmed Leo's identity, coped with less supportive relatives, and navigated the process of obtaining gender-affirming care.
This interview was recorded in March 2023.
Jan 6, 2024
51 min
In many ways, the existence of police and prisons may feel natural to many people. However, Schuyler sits down with Professor and Scholar Jaden Janak to discuss how the Prison Industrial Complex we know today is actually a recent invention, and how this system serves those in power. Together they gather insight before Schuyler answers today's main question: How do prisons shape society and gender?
This episode was recorded in April 2023
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Dec 18, 2023
52 min
Today, there are over 500 anti-trans bills that have either been passed or introduced throughout the United States. Though transphobia is not new, it is natural to wonder: why now?
To address this question, Schuyler speaks with ACLU lawyer and activist Chase Strangio. He discusses why so many states are pushing for these laws, what their real intent is, and what we can do about them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 27, 2023
58 min
It can be tricky for all of us to maintain a healthy relationship with our parents. But for trans people, this relationship can be even more complicated. To help navigate this complicated connection, Schuyler sits down with author and activist Raquel Willis. She discusses how the dynamic between her and her religious parents morphed over time. Raquel also discusses her new book, The Risk it Takes to Bloom, out November 14th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 13, 2023
54 min
Schuyler sits down with friend, nonbinary advocate, educator, and influencer, Addison Rose Vincent. In this conversation Schuyler and Addison discuss surviving as a trans person in this world, how many feel that gender nonconformity or trans-expression is a joke and the ongoing narrative of how people are supposed to respond to gender nonconformity and transness.
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Sep 25, 2023
1 hr 13 min
Schuyler sits down with American swimmer, Erica Sullivan. Sullivan, who won a silver medalist in the 1500-meter freestyle at the 2020 Summer Olympics, opens up about being gay, the loss of her father and how she was able to bring her authentic self to the sport she loves.
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Sep 18, 2023
1 hr 11 min
Schuyler sits down with Angel Joy Flores, the deadlift Queen, for an in depth conversation about trans athletes and whether or not trans athletes must choose between their sport and their identities.
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Sep 11, 2023
53 min
Schuyler is joined by musician, actor, model and barber, Ezra Michel. In this conversation the two discuss what growing up was like and what their feelings are now when they look back on their early life.
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Sep 4, 2023
1 hr 19 min
Schuyler sits down with actor and advocate, Elle Deran. In this conversation we discuss getting closer to our truth and using discomfort as an invitation to learn about ourselves.
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Aug 28, 2023
1 hr 3 min
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