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In this engaging episode of the Two Scoops Podcast, hosts Alexis Butler, Eli Blesky, and Branden sit down with special guest Elena Krell, a former Women's Studies professor at Vassar College and a queer and trans activist. The conversation dives deep into topics such as gender studies, the complexities of gender identity and sexual orientation, and the intricacies of social movements. Alena shares her journey and insights on how these subjects intersect with race and culture, shining a light on the issues facing the LGBTQ+ community today. This thought-provoking discussion also touches on the evolving nature of identity, the impact of colonialism, and the societal constructs that shape our understanding of gender and sexuality. Tune in for a thought-provoking episode that challenges conventions and opens the floor for inclusive conversations.You Can Find Elena At:Insta: @heninfoxhouse YouTube: @heninthefoxhouseWebsite: www.heninthefoxhouse.com00:00 Welcome to the Two Scoops Podcast00:22 Introducing Our Special Guest: Elena Krell01:09 Elena's Journey in Women's Studies01:50 The Impact of Teaching Gender Studies05:14 Exploring Performance Studies08:10 Challenges and Changes in Gender Identity15:15 Intersectionality and Queer Theory21:26 Personal Reflections and Broader Implications39:28 Daily Struggles and Pronouns40:42 Understanding Through Experience42:09 The Impact of Politics on LGBTQ+ Issues43:06 Respect and Identity43:43 Challenges of Being a Gender Educator45:11 Quarantine and Identity Exploration49:43 The Fluidity of Identity56:29 The Concept of Normativity59:05 The Ever-Changing Self01:06:28 Toxic Masculinity and Its Roots01:11:35 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsCitations referenced in this episode:Muñoz, José Esteban. (1999). Disidentifications: Queers of Color And The Performance of Politics. Minnesota Press.Anzaldua, G. (1987). Borderlands/La Frontera: The New Mestiza. Aunt Lute Books, San Francisco.Smith, Andrea. (2005). Conquest: Sexual Violence and American Indian Genocide. Cambridge, MA: South End Press.Gossett, Reina; Stanley, Eric A.; Burton, Johanna. (2022). Trap Door: Trans Cultural Production and the Politics of Visibility. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press.