From 70s transitions to "yoga granny tata’s ," trans elders Mardi P. and Lenny Z. have seen it all—and their eyeballs actually ache from the view. This week, the duo tackles "political pick-me's," the anatomy of Quebec’s prison laws, and why you should never get breast implants. It’s raw, it’s radical, and it’s served with a side of Annie Sprinkle-inspired glitter. If you think the world is going to hell in a handbasket, Mardi and Lenny are here to smoke a cigarette and tell you, "We told you so." This episode covers the terrifying reality of SCOTUS, the beauty of Bowie-inspired labradorite, and Annie Sprinkle's legendary performance art piece involving a speculum. It’s peer-reviewed science meets primal cave-woman energy. This week features fantastic, chaotic energy that is both deeply poignant and hilariously unfiltered. https://sprinklestephens.ucsc.edu/

Join Lenny Z and MahD as they delve into the profound connections between nature, community, and personal healing. In this episode, they discuss the wisdom of indigenous cultures, the sentience of plants, and the transformative power of meditation. Tune in for a journey through the ancient rainforests of Vancouver Island and discover how embracing interconnectedness can lead to resilience and peace in turbulent times.

Is Toxic Inclusivity really a thing? Or is it just more "pick me" fodder?

Lenny and Mardi go deep into the fear sweeping the trans community triggered by some current viral events caught on tape at several Planet Fitness locations.

Digging into LGBT history they discuss how being marginalized has left us to connect in unsafe places. Has this suppression by society continued to stunt us in acting out inappropriately?

Community support, mental health, the need for open dialogue and understanding, and the complexities of navigating gender identity in today's society has always been lacking.

We are community that has just began to heal. And sometimes it really shows by the way we interact with each other.

It's time for some group therapy kittens!!! We also highlight Raquel Willis' expertly hosted and wonderfully produced documentary podcast 'Afterlives' on Marsha P. Johnson.

Email us: alifelivedtrans@gmail.com Afterlives podcast - https://www.afterlivespod.com/

CBC Opinion piece: Trans rights? Yes. Toxic, in-your-face activism? No https://www.cbc.ca/news/opinion/opinion-trans-rights-radical-activism-1.6220106