Politics, community, and finding hope amid challenging times are in this weeks episode. Mardi and Lenny examine anti-trans political tactics, celebrate transgender candidates seeking office, and highlight encouraging stories of visibility, solidarity, and support, including Point of Pride’s letter-writing campaign. They also share deeply personal memories, including Mardi’s punk-rock past and Lenny’s loving tribute to his late sister. Naturally, the serious moments are balanced with plenty of laughter, especially when Lenny’s rebellious handlebar mustache becomes a topic of conversation. They wrap up with a playful tribute to their Patreon supporters and reminding listeners that friendship, humor, and community make the journey worthwhile. This, is a Life Lived Trans Podcast Say hello! - GMail: alifelivedtrans@gmail.com Edited by Niall Santo Questions: alifelivedtrans@gmail.com Linktree - https://linktr.ee/alifelivedtrans Patreon - patreon.com/ALifeLivedTrans A Zero Stress Production **Views and opinions in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and are not intended as a substitute for professional medical care or therapy. If you are struggling, please reach out to: Transgender Resources U.S. - https://glaad.org/transgender/resources/ TransLifeLine - translifeliine.org PFLAG - plfag.org Plume Clinic - getplume.co CANADA: List of funded 2SLGBTQI+ ORGANIZATIONS https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/funding/2slgbtqi-plus/list-organizations.html Enchanté Network - enchantenetwork.ca/ Trans News That Doesn't Suck - https://transnews.substack.com/

In this heartfelt episode, Mardi and Lenny welcome Norma Lize Rhayem, a Lebanese-born trans woman, journalist, model and advocate for queer refugees in Canada. Norma shares her journey from Lebanon to Vancouver, where she sought asylum to live authentically and safely. Now working with Rainbow Refugee, she helps LGBTQ+ people fleeing persecution navigate the difficult path toward safety and a new life. This, is a Life Lived Trans Podcast Say hello! - GMail: alifelivedtrans@gmail.com This is A Life Lived Trans! Questions: alifelivedtrans@gmail.com Linktree - https://linktr.ee/alifelivedtrans Patreon - patreon.com/ALifeLivedTrans A Zero Stress Production Rainbow Refugee - https://rainbowrefugee.ca/ **Views and opinions in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and are not intended as a substitute for professional medical care or therapy. If you are struggling, please reach out to: Transgender Resources U.S. - https://glaad.org/transgender/resources/ TransLifeLine - translifeliine.org PFLAG - plfag.org Plume Clinic - getplume.co CANADA: List of funded 2SLGBTQI+ ORGANIZATIONS https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/funding/2slgbtqi-plus/list-organizations.html Enchanté Network - enchantenetwork.ca/

Join in and listen to what it means to be trans, to grow older, and to keep showing up in a world that sometimes seems determined to make that difficult. Say hello! - GMail: alifelivedtrans@gmail.com Questions: alifelivedtrans@gmail.com Linktree - https://linktr.ee/alifelivedtrans Patreon - patreon.com/ALifeLivedTrans A Zero Stress Production Edited by: Niall Santo **Views and opinions in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and are not intended as a substitute for professional medical care or therapy. If you are struggling, please reach out to: Transgender Resources U.S. - https://glaad.org/transgender/resources/ TransLifeLine - translifeliine.org PFLAG - plfag.org Plume Clinic - getplume.co CANADA: List of funded 2SLGBTQI+ ORGANIZATIONS https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/funding/2slgbtqi-plus/list-organizations.html Enchanté Network - enchantenetwork.ca/ Trans News That Doesn't Suck - https://transnews.substack.com/