We as humans are unified through song; songs connect with us on a deep level and we are exploring exactly how and why in our live show special this week! We have got wonderful guests and experts in the field, Professor Sophie Daniels, PHD Student Thiago and Jonathon Whiskered the Lyric Wizard to help discuss how songwriting can be TRANSformational as we explore the world of song! Here is the link to our sponsor, The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP): https://www.icmp.ac.uk/. If you are in need of support here are our recommended allies: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/contact-us/, https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact and  https://www.youngstonewall.org.uk/get-support. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/satchandleostransmission.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit satchleostransmission.substack.com

We’ve got another trans history episode for you! We’ve dug up some more trans heroes to talk about as well as a bit more LGBTQ+ history trivia. Here is the link to our sponsor, The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP): https://www.icmp.ac.uk/. If you are in need of support here are our recommended allies: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/contact-us/, https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact and  https://www.youngstonewall.org.uk/get-support. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/satchandleostransmission.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit satchleostransmission.substack.com

This episode all about trans people in sport, the ‘fairness’ of trans people being able to play in the teams their gender aligns with and what we think of the whole system of segregating genders in sports in general! Here’s some links to help support trans people in sport: https://www.change.org/p/world-rugby-keep-rugby-open-to-trans-women-athletes, https://www.onegreenplanet.org/human-interest/petition-stop-anti-trans-sports-legislation/. Here is the link to our sponsor, The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP): https://www.icmp.ac.uk/.  If you are in need of support here are our recommended allies: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/contact-us/, https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact and  https://www.youngstonewall.org.uk/get-support. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/satchandleostransmission.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit satchleostransmission.substack.com

So we wanted to make our own kind of conversion therapy… trying our best to convert the shitty things that come with being trans into positives. Here is the link to our sponsor, The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP): https://www.icmp.ac.uk/. Also, check out The Agora if you'd like to learn more about your fertility options: https://agoraclinic.co.uk/. If you are in need of support here are our recommended allies: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/contact-us/, https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact and  https://www.youngstonewall.org.uk/get-support. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/satchandleostransmission.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit satchleostransmission.substack.com

TRIGGER WARNING: This one’s all about conversion therapy. We’ll be talking about the decision to exclude trans people from the recent conversion therapy ban in the UK and the implications of this. Here is the link to our sponsor, The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP): https://www.icmp.ac.uk/. Also, check out The Agora if you'd like to learn more about your fertility options: https://agoraclinic.co.uk/. If you are in need of support here are our recommended allies: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/contact-us/, https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact and  https://www.youngstonewall.org.uk/get-support. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/satchandleostransmission.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit satchleostransmission.substack.com

Across the globe, we have been restlessly watching the devastating effects of the war currently unfolding across Ukraine. This is of course a tragedy for all of the Ukrainian citizens; In this episode of Transmission we will be focusing on the impact this has had on the LGBTQ+ community in Ukraine. We have medical anthropologist and expert, Dr. Jack Lopez here to help us navigate the subject. Links in bio to the episode and how to support Ukraine. We stand with Ukraine 🇺🇦 Here are links to helps support the effort in  Ukraine: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/our-work/campaigns/how-you-can-support-lgbtq-ukrainians, https://www.ilga-europe.org/support-lgbti-people-ukraine, https://tgeu.org/support-ukraine/. Here is a link to support LGBTQ+ refugees across the world: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/about-us/news/lgbtq-refugees-are-some-most-vulnerable-people-planet-here%E2%80%99s-what-we-do-help. Here are some links to various websites referenced in the episode: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2022/mar/22/i-will-not-be-held-prisoner-the-trans-women-turned-back-at-ukraines-borders, https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/europe-s-10-most-lgbtq-friendly-countries-n1207761, https://www.them.us/story/gay-dating-app-romeo-ukrainian-refugees, https://www.euronews.com/culture/2022/03/17/they-are-scared-to-travel-the-obstacles-faced-by-lgbt-ukrainians-fleeing-war. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit satchleostransmission.substack.com

This episode is all about how our voices have changed through testosterone. We’re going to be sharing our journey’s on vocal transition and how this has affected our lives. Here is the link to our sponsor, The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP): https://www.icmp.ac.uk/. Also, check out The Agora if you'd like to learn more about your fertility options: https://agoraclinic.co.uk/. If you are in need of support here are our recommended allies: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/contact-us/, https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact and  https://www.youngstonewall.org.uk/get-support. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/satchandleostransmission.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit satchleostransmission.substack.com

In this week's episode we tackle the turbulent topic of toxic masculinity. We discuss what exactly ‘toxic masculinity’ is and how it impacts trans people as well our cis counterparts. Here is the link to our sponsor, The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP): https://www.icmp.ac.uk/. Also, check out The Agora if you'd like to learn more about your fertility options: https://agoraclinic.co.uk/. If you are in need of support here are our recommended allies: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/contact-us/, https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact and  https://www.youngstonewall.org.uk/get-support. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/satchandleostransmission.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit satchleostransmission.substack.com

This episode we’re chatting all about our very own Satch becoming a parent! We also talk about what it's like to parent as a trans person. We’re going to be discussing what it’s like to have a crying baby waking you up at 3am and how to deal with it; nothing to do with parenting - just Leo every night! Check it out! Here is the link to our sponsor, The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP): https://www.icmp.ac.uk/. Also, check out The Agora if you'd like to learn more about your fertility options: https://agoraclinic.co.uk/. If you are in need of support here are our recommended allies: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/contact-us/, https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact and  https://www.youngstonewall.org.uk/get-support. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/satchandleostransmission.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit satchleostransmission.substack.com

In celebration of LGBT History month we've decided to take a trip through time to tell you some amazing stories of some of our transgender heroes of history! As you know, us queer folk have been living and thriving since day one and we think it's about time these peoples lives were celebrated! We also have a cheeky LGBT+ trivia quiz as we all know our Satch LOVES a quiz! Check it out! Here is the link to our sponsor, The Agora: https://agoraclinic.co.uk/ and some links if you are in need of support: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/contact-us/, https://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/contact and  https://www.youngstonewall.org.uk/get-support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit satchleostransmission.substack.com