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Think about anger like a pot of boiling water. If the fire keeps burning when all the water is boiled, the pot will eventually catch fire. And if you allow your anger to boil over, your body will pay the price. And we dive deeper into this concept in this episode of Dem Bois Podcast. Today’s guest is Simran Chugani and we discuss the role of poetry in self-discovery, the intersection of cultural expectations, and the importance of staying connected to humanity amidst societal chaos. We also explore the multifaceted nature of activism, emphasizing the importance of community, healing, and the balance between anger and joy.

We talk:

08:53 - Martial Arts and the concept of peace

17:48 - Cultural expectations and assimilation

39:28 - Balancing anger and joy in activism

44:51 - Alternative forms of contribution

54:46 - Marathons as a metaphor for life's struggles

01:00:13 - The beauty of humanity in shared experiences

Episode References:

Power Beyond Pride

Andrea Gibson

John Green

Dan Savage

E.R. Fightmaster

Violence - EP

Read more about Simran in their bio below:

Simran Chugani is a health researcher, poet, and marathoner based in Orlando, Florida whose work lies at the intersection of storytelling, community-building, and having as much fun as possible. As a researcher, Chugani aims to make health care more integrated, responsive, and accessible. As a poet, they aim to tell stories that capture the beauty in the everyday. As a marathoner, Chugani promotes visibility for trans athletes and leads initiatives that improve inclusivity in sports. At their core, Chugani is grounded in ancestral knowledge and powered by joy.

• Instagram: @simran.chugani

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Finding community is something we discuss often on Dem Bois Podcast. Why? Because it is important! And in this episode, we emphasize the significance of community, confidence, and visibility, as well as the challenges and triumphs faced during transition. We also discuss fitness, exploring the harmful stereotypes and gatekeeping present in gyms and sharing our personal journeys of self-acceptance and expression.

We talk:

03:52 - Exploring identity and gender journey

13:00 - Family support and relationships

25:47 - Navigating visibility and transition

34:02 - Challenging fitness norms and gatekeeping

46:55 - The importance of visibility in healthcare

55:18 - Fluidity in gender identity and self-expression

Episode References:

Coming to America

Single All the Way

Ep. 96 Episode of Empowerment with Alexander Rey Simon-Perez

The Sultan Room

The Bush

Cubbyhole Bar NYC

Henrietta Hudson

Read more about Miles in their bio below:

I’m a transmasc creative working across nightlife, modeling, and wrestling. Known for my confident energy, I’ve hit stages with Butch Hooters, Dykes & Dolls, The Bush, Gingers, Mascarade, and Masc House, walked TGS NYFW with Dapper Q, been featured in BINADW, and thrown down in Lesbian Oil Wrestling and Tboy Wrestling. I’ve also co-produced shoots recently! I love blending seduction, strength, and storytelling, exploring masculinity through many lenses. I’m driven by a vision where trans men and transmascs are celebrated and adored — never treated as an afterthought.

• Instagram: @amillymiles
• Tiktok: @amillymiles
• Twitter: @amillymiles

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I say it all the time and I will continue to say it: “Children are a blessing!” They are innocent beings that deserve love and care, and that is the basis of my conversation with Keo Ruiz-O’Neal on this episode of Dem Bois Podcast. Keo is our first guest who is actively pregnant and we talk all about it. We also discuss the importance of community care, the journey of identity, and the challenges faced by trans individuals, particularly in family dynamics and societal acceptance. Keo shares his experiences of being unapologetically Black and Trans, navigating family acceptance, and the beauty of pregnancy as a trans man.

We talk:

05:29 - The power of being unapologetically Black and Trans

13:40 - Navigating family dynamics and acceptance

24:13 - Keo’s experience with Pregnancy as a Trans man

38:16 - Navigating parenthood in this complex world

51:11 - Family dynamics and support systems

01:00:42 - Embracing identity and open conversations

Read more about Keo in his bio below:

Keo Ruiz-O’Neal is a married Black transman carrying his own baby. He is unapologetically Black and trans. Keo has been medically transitioned for 9 years before deciding to carry his baby and grow his family. Keo fiercely believes in equity and serving the most vulnerable and marginalized of the population. He lives up to that through his work and life by advocating for those populations as he is among them as a multiply marginalized individual. He currently lives in Colorado with his husband, dog, and 3 cats.

• IG - keos_kingdom

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