Izzy & Valerie finally re-unite to talk about why they haven't recorded in a few months. They yap about mental health, art, estrogen injections and more.

In this episode Izzy and Valerie chat about their trip to the mall. This was Izzy's first time shopping in a women's clothing store. Her goal: buy her first supportive bra. Did she walk away with the bra? How was the trip? Valerie and Izalea discuss it all.

Meet Affirm's new part time co-host: Izalea or Iz (she/her)!

Izzy will be joining Valerie on a regular basis. Learn about who she is, how they met, and a little bit about her experiences as a trans woman.

In this episode Valerie talks about the exact moment she discovered herself. This is the moment she felt euphoria for the first time. A feeling of extreme joy about herself. Before this, she always felt apathy about herself. She never felt joy when looking in the mirror or taking selfies. Now, that has all changed. It was this exact moment which unlocked a vault hidden so deep she didn't even know it existed.

Welcome to Affirmed: Stories of the Trans Experience.

In this initial episode Valerie introduces herself, letting you all get to know a bit about her and what this podcast will be.

In this bonus episode (Izzy's first solo episode!) she discusses how to choose a new name and walks through how she ended up with hers.

In this heartfelt bonus episode of "Affirmed," Valerie Amelia shares her transformative experience attending a wedding as her true self. Join Valerie as she reflects on the joy of embracing her identity, the empowering decision to stay sober, and the affirming moments that made the event unforgettable. With candid insights and personal stories, this episode is a celebration of authenticity, self-love, and the journey to living life fully. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that resonates with anyone on a path of self-discovery.