Trans Chat with Christiana

Going Deep (Dilating)

Christiana Brekke — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 12:54:53 +0000

On this episode, Trans Chat goes deep. Katie and Marci talk candidly about one of the most important aspects of post-surgery aftercare, dilating. Definitely NSFW (not safe for work). The Hens also chat about attraction, the fear of coming out and how far along the trans community has come in recent years.

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Marci in Bangkok Pt. 2

Christiana Brekke — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 18:17:35 +0000

On this episode of Trans Chat, Marci's last days in Thailand! She joins Christi and Katie from her hotel room in Bangkok, still recovering from gender confirmation surgeries, to chat about judges, kilts, sexuality, gender markers, UK's "Gender Recognition Certificates", what it would have been like to grow up as cisgender women, and more.

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Take care, be safe, be you, and be proud!

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

Christiana Brekke — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 02:48:55 +0000

On this episode our beloved hen, Marci, is in quarantine in Thailand awaiting a series of gender confirming surgeries at the world-renowned Kamol Hospital in Bangkok. Fellow Cacklin' Hens, Katie and Christi, join Marci for a fun and candid discussion about surgeries, after-care, HRT and more. NSFW

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

Christiana Brekke — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 19:19:30 +0000

On this episode, Christiana has a heartfelt conversation with Starr Gonzalez, teacher, author, mother to a trans daughter and fierce trans ally! Starr also reads her powerful story, "The Reason We Exist."

Chat with Starr Gonzalez: "Showing My Support No Matter What"
The Reason We Exist (a Love Letter to My Transgender Daughter) - written and read by Starr Gonzalez

Link to text: https://cocowgonzalez.medium.com/the-reason-we-exist-3c2de48f802d

Final Thoughts

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The Depression Beast

Christiana Brekke — Thu, 20 May 2021 23:54:35 +0000

On this episode of Trans Chat, we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month and the unique mental health challenges of the trans community. Christi shares the story of her "depression monster," then joins fellow Cacklin' Hens, Marci and Katie, to further discuss the topic.

Intro/When the Beast Comes to Feast
Cacklin' Hens talk about misgendering and the stigmas of seeking mental health treatment.

If you or someone you know is suffering with severe depression and/or anxiety, please seek help! Here are a few resources:

The Trevor Project thetrevorproject.org

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis counseling

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

Christiana Brekke — Thu, 06 May 2021 22:52:16 +0000

On this episode, the debut of Trans Chat's "Cacklin' Hens!" Marci, Katie and Christi discuss trans rights, acceptance, opposition, and Bugs Bunny!

Intro/"Jerk": The Death of a Dream
The Cacklin' Hens' Debut
Closing Thoughts

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Take care, be safe, be you, and be proud!

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

Christiana Brekke — Thu, 08 Apr 2021 22:30:54 +0000

On this episode on Trans Chat, Christiana has a fun chat with Faith Gambetty and Katherine Barrett, owners of Wavelengths Salon in Kennewick, WA.

Also, the premier of "My Most Embarrassing Early Transition Moment", a new segment dedicated to the funny and embarrassing moments of our early transitions.

My Most Embarrassing Early Transition Moment (Christi's Boob Mishap)
Remote interview with Faith Gambetty and Katherine Barrett a. Wavelengths Salon b. Faith and Kath
Final Thoughts

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

Christiana Brekke — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 04:22:54 +0000

On this episode, Christiana returns from her six-month hiatus and has a fun chat with Katie Sun.

Intro: Recovery is Slow in the Winter of Discontent and COVID
I Just Wanna Be Me (Remote Interview with Katie Sun) a. Katie's Voice Feminization Journey/Thoughts b. Sarah McBride, Janet Mock, and Being True to Ourselves
Final Thoughts: We Made It!

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Teacher, Teacher (feat. Eva Detten)

Christiana Brekke — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 17:44:44 +0000

On this week’s episode of TRANS CHAT, Christiana has a fun conversation with Eva Detten.

Bad Teacher
Good Teacher (Remote Interview with Eva Detten) a. Eva’s Trans Journey b. Being Trans in a Conservative School c. Trans Politics in the Schools
Final Thoughts/The Trans Athlete Debate

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

Christiana Brekke — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 18:11:56 +0000

On this week’s episode of TRANS CHAT, Christiana talks about the discrepancies of trans rights in America. Also, a fun and candid conversation with Marci Sandels from the UK!

The Transgender Zip-Code Lottery
Remote Interview with Marci Sandels a. Marci’s Trans Journey b. Comparing Trans Experiences on both sides of the Atlantic.
Final Thoughts

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Creepy Dick & My Paper Vagina

Christiana Brekke — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 03:23:29 +0000

On this week’s episode of Trans Chat, Christiana shares two personal stories, including a chapter read from her latest book!

Grandma’s Creepy Friend, Dick
Christiana Lynn and Her Paper Vagina (from her book, Becoming, Belonging, and Blossoming: Diaries of a Trans Girl in Trumpland)

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Privileges & Cryptids (feat. Valerie Riley)

Christiana Brekke — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 17:26:40 +0000

On this week’s episode of Trans Chat, Christiana has a fun, remote chat with Valerie Riley about privilege, being trans, and the Loch Ness Monster!

Privilege: It’s Real
Interview with Valerie Riley a. Valerie’s Trans Journey b. Privileges and Regrets c. Cryptozoology 101
Closing Thoughts

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Friends & Buses (feat. Jake Galbraith)

Christiana Brekke — Sat, 22 Aug 2020 02:57:06 +0000

On this week’s episode of Trans Chat, Christiana talks about the upcoming election, friends, and has a fun, candid chat with friend and former schoolmate, Jake Galbraith.

Time for the Games to Begin
Remote Interview with Jake Galbraith a. Jake’s Trans Journey b. Work and Advocacy c. Life at Tonopah High School
Friends, A Privilege

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Christiana's Story / Friends & Allies

Christiana Brekke — Sat, 15 Aug 2020 22:16:10 +0000

This week, Christiana shares her own story, as well as views on the differences between friends and allies.

Program Order:

Christiana's Story
Friends & Allies
Christiana's Final Thoughts

Links referenced in episode: https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2020/02/27/chris-jericho-comes-out-massive-trans-ally-after-meeting-trans-star-nyla-rose/?fbclid=IwAR3-THC0Z25hu6JBeG7XadtNNlHTyO8ZPXd6oEsFtHsn3HRjFNTFEs2d-KE

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/hb2-repeal-north-carolina-legislature-votes-overturn-controversial-bathroom-bill-n740546

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My Vision is Simple (feat. Anna Lantry)

Christiana Brekke — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 22:19:54 +0000

This week, Christiana introduces her podcast and has remote interview with Anna Lantry, Director and Head Instructor at TruVoice Lessons LLC.

Program Order:

My Vision is Simple
Remote interview with Anna Lantry a. Anna's trans journey b. All about TruVoice Lessons LLC c. In Depth Discussion - The particulars of trans voice training
Christiana's Final Thoughts

Link to the GLAAD survey numbers mentioned in episode: https://www.glaad.org/blog/glaad-works-hollywood-shape-transgender-stories-and-help-cast-trans-actors

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