For years, people have asked me what I would do when my daughter hit puberty.  Was I going to let her do... “the medical stuff?"  Well, right after the pandemic struck, so did puberty.  And this is what my daughter (and her mother) decided to do. If you're interested in learning more about our story, you can check out my memoir: Audible Originals version  Book version Find us on Twitter: @girlpodcastSupport HTBAG on PatreonMUSIC CREDITS:“Starlight” and “Little Dream” by Podington Bear “Hand of God” (instrumental) by Benjamin Mullins (Courtesy of Audiosocket)“Lonely Life” (instrumental) by Michelle Lewis (Courtesy of Audiosocket)“Climbing Clouds” (instrumental) by Jetty Rae (Courtesy of Audiosocket)

For years, people have asked me what I would do when my daughter hit puberty. Was I going to let her do... “the medical stuff?" Well, right after the pandemic struck, so did puberty. And this is what my daughter (and her mother) decided to do. If you're interested in learning more about our story, you can check out my memoir: <a href="http://adbl.co/HowToBeAGirl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Audible Originals version </a><a href="https://theexperimentpublishing.com/catalogs/fall-2021/how-to-be-a-girl/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book version</a> Find us on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/girlpodcast?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@girlpodcast</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/girlpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Support HTBAG on Patreon</a>MUSIC CREDITS:“Starlight” and “Little Dream” by Podington Bear “Hand of God” (instrumental) by Benjamin Mullins (Courtesy of Audiosocket)“Lonely Life” (instrumental) by Michelle Lewis (Courtesy of Audiosocket)“Climbing Clouds” (instrumental) by Jetty Rae (Courtesy of Audiosocket)

Episode XXXII: The Medical Stuff

This episode is different from any of our previous episodes.  It’s also a do-over, because the first version of this episode overlooked the fact that my daughter is growing up, fast.  She’s almost a teenager, and we both agree that it’s time she took charge.  So that’s what she did.   (Here’s a little more about how this episode came to be.)   ﻿Listen to the book! How to Be a Girl on Audible OriginalsFind us on Twitter: @girlpodcastSupport HTBAG on PatreonMUSIC CREDITS: “Edge of the World” (Instrumental) by Dot Dot Dot  (Courtesy of Audiosocket)Filesharer's Lament by Podington Bear

This episode is different from any of our previous episodes. It’s also a do-over, because the first version of this episode overlooked the fact that my daughter is growing up, fast. She’s almost a teenager, and we both agree that it’s time she took charge. So that’s what she did. <a href="https://gendermom.wordpress.com/2020/11/02/mom-learns-a-lesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">(Here’s a little more about how this episode came to be.) </a> ﻿Listen to the book! <a href="http://adbl.co/HowToBeAGirl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to Be a Girl on Audible Originals</a>Find us on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/girlpodcast?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@girlpodcast</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/girlpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Support HTBAG on Patreon</a>MUSIC CREDITS: “Edge of the World” (Instrumental) by Dot Dot Dot (Courtesy of Audiosocket)Filesharer's Lament by Podington Bear

Episode XXXI: M is for Middle School, Take Two

I want you to meet my good friend, Emma. When she was a little girl, she was just like my daughter. But no one knew her for 60 years. I'm so glad she's here now.(Note: I recorded this interview early this year, when my daughter was still in elementary school. She just started middle school. Please stay tuned for an episode soon(ish) about that!) MUSIC CREDITS: “Dust in Sunlight,”  “Frosted Glass,” “Boardwalk,” and “Clair_De Lune Solo Piano” by Podington Bear"The Wah-Watusi" by The Orlons“In the Garden (instrumental)” by Jetty Rae (Courtesy of Audiosocket)“Like a Movie” by Nicole Reynolds (Courtesy of Audiosocket)

I want you to meet my good friend, Emma. When she was a little girl, she was just like my daughter. But no one knew her for 60 years. I'm so glad she's here now.(Note: I recorded this interview early this year, when my daughter was still in elementary school. She just started middle school. Please stay tuned for an episode soon(ish) about that!) MUSIC CREDITS: “Dust in Sunlight,” “Frosted Glass,” “Boardwalk,” and “Clair_De Lune Solo Piano” by Podington Bear"The Wah-Watusi" by The Orlons“In the Garden (instrumental)” by Jetty Rae (Courtesy of Audiosocket)“Like a Movie” by Nicole Reynolds (Courtesy of Audiosocket)

Episode XXX: Emma at last

I sit down for a talk with my (almost) 11-year-old:  Cliques, gossip, fashion, puberty, and how it feels to be a transgender tween. MUSIC CREDIT: “Little Girl” by Jetty Rae (Courtesy of Audiosocket)

I sit down for a talk with my (almost) 11-year-old: Cliques, gossip, fashion, puberty, and how it feels to be a transgender tween. MUSIC CREDIT: “Little Girl” by Jetty Rae (Courtesy of Audiosocket)

Episode XXIX: Eleven

A new friend at school. A poker lesson. A 10-year-old hatches a plan.MUSIC CREDITS:“Ganef” by Vagabond Opera and “Moonlight Love Affair” by Steve Rice (Courtesy of Audiosocket)“Chill Wave” by Kevin MacLeod “The Reckoning” by Podington BearPlease consider checking out our Support Page. Your help keeps this podcast going!

A new friend at school. A poker lesson. A 10-year-old hatches a plan.MUSIC CREDITS:“Ganef” by Vagabond Opera and “Moonlight Love Affair” by Steve Rice (Courtesy of Audiosocket)“Chill Wave” by <a href="https://incompetech.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> “The Reckoning” by Podington BearPlease consider checking out our <a href="http://www.howtobeagirlpodcast.com/support" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Support Page</a>. Your help keeps this podcast going!

Episode XXVIII: The Tell

Are the new next-door neighbors going to let their daughters play with mine if they find out she's transgender? To attempt to answer this question, I seek expert advice from a new friend in the Bible Belt. MUSIC CREDITS:“Morning” by Nicole Reynolds, “Shall We Gather at the River” by Pat Holmberg, “Amazing Grace Solo Piano” by Lana Palmer (Courtesy of Audiosocket)"Canoe" by Podington Bear"Amazing Grace," piano and vocals by Miss M. MackPlease consider supporting us on Patreon. It really helps keep this podcast going!

Are the new next-door neighbors going to let their daughters play with mine if they find out she's transgender? To attempt to answer this question, I seek expert advice from a new friend in the Bible Belt. MUSIC CREDITS:“Morning” by Nicole Reynolds, “Shall We Gather at the River” by Pat Holmberg, “Amazing Grace Solo Piano” by Lana Palmer (Courtesy of Audiosocket)"Canoe" by Podington Bear"Amazing Grace," piano and vocals by Miss M. Mack<a href="https://www.patreon.com/girlpodcast]" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Please consider supporting us on Patreon</a>. It really helps keep this podcast going!

Episode XXVII: Playdates with Christians

Sarah McBride

Need to hear a positive story about politics?  I know I do.  Here's the inspiring story of Sarah McBride, the young transgender activist who gives me hope (and is my personal pick for the first transgender president). MUSIC CREDITS: "Halflight," “G Piano," “Across the River, and "Triste" by Podington Bear;  “Asturias” by Isaac Albeniz (Courtesy of Audiosocket).Please consider supporting us on Patreon. It really helps keep this podcast going!

Need to hear a positive story about politics? I know I do. Here's the inspiring story of Sarah McBride, the young transgender activist who gives me hope (and is my personal pick for the first transgender president). MUSIC CREDITS: "Halflight," “G Piano," “Across the River, and "Triste" by Podington Bear; “Asturias” by Isaac Albeniz (Courtesy of Audiosocket).Please consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/girlpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting us on Patreon</a>. It really helps keep this podcast going!

Episode XXVI: Sarah McBride 

In the last episode, I asked my listeners to help me answer this question:  Should my daughter tell the kids at her new school that she's transgender? In this episode, you will hear the wisdom that came back to me. My cup runneth over.MUSIC CREDITS:  “Den," "Floating in Space," "Surface Tension," and "Threshold" by Podington Bear; "You Are a Memory" by Message to Bears (Courtesy of Audiosocket); and "Leave Them" and "Telling Me So" by St. Paul de Vence.  Please consider supporting us. It really helps keep this podcast going!

In the last episode, I asked my listeners to help me answer this question: Should my daughter tell the kids at her new school that she's transgender? In this episode, you will hear the wisdom that came back to me. My cup runneth over.MUSIC CREDITS: “Den," "Floating in Space," "Surface Tension," and "Threshold" by Podington Bear; "You Are a Memory" by Message to Bears (Courtesy of Audiosocket); and "Leave Them" and "Telling Me So" by St. Paul de Vence. Please consider <a href="http://www.howtobeagirlpodcast.com/support" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting us</a>. It really helps keep this podcast going!

Episode XXV: To Tell or Not to Tell? (Advice from HTBAG listeners)

My daughter starts fifth grade at a new school next month.  It's a fresh start, where no one knows that she's transgender.  How do I handle this? How do I advise her?  Should she keep her transgender status to herself or be more open? At the end of this episode, I'll be asking for your advice: What should I do?MUSIC CREDITS: "Sensitive" and "Constellation" by Podington Bear (licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0) and "Bloom" by Jahzzar (licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0).

My daughter starts fifth grade at a new school next month.  It's a fresh start, where no one knows that she's transgender.  How do I handle this? How do I advise her?  Should she keep her transgender status to herself or be more open? At the end of this episode, I'll be asking for your advice: What should I do?MUSIC CREDITS: "Sensitive" and "Constellation" by Podington Bear (licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY-NC 3.0</a>) and "Bloom" by Jahzzar (licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY-SA 4.0</a>).

Episode XXIV: Moving & Marrying, Part III - New School

We've moved.  To the suburbs.  We're getting to know the new neighbors, and we're wondering: Will they accept us here? MUSIC CREDITS:  "Glitter" and "Chauncy" by Podington Bear (licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0) and "Bloom" by Jahzzar (licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0).

We've moved.  To the suburbs.  We're getting to know the new neighbors, and we're wondering: Will they accept us here? MUSIC CREDITS:  "Glitter" and "Chauncy" by Podington Bear (licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY-NC 3.0</a>) and "Bloom" by Jahzzar (licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY-SA 4.0</a>).

Episode XXIII: Moving & Marrying, Part II - Won't you be my  neighbor?

How to Be a Girl is an audio podcast I produce about life with my six-year-old transgender daughter. It stars the two of us -- a single mom and a six-year-old "girl with a penis" -- as we attempt together to sort out just what it means to be a girl.

I love this podcast so much! It’s the first podcast that I ever binged on, and I always finish an episode wanting more. Marlo is a beautiful storyteller, and I feel so grateful to get a window into life with her daughter and the thoughtful, genuine, and vulnerable conversations they have with each other. Amazing mama, and amazing daughter! Thanks to you both for sharing your story.

Such an amazing and original podcast!

Love this podcast. Can’t wait for the return.

Love this podcast

How to Be a Girl

Am I insane?  How can I be so sure that my young child is transgender?Music credits: "Her Love Comes in Air" by soundZcapa, "Gato" by Rod Hamilton, "Kaikou" by Satori.

Am I insane?  How can I be so sure that my young child is transgender?Music credits: "Her Love Comes in Air" by soundZcapa, "Gato" by Rod Hamilton, "Kaikou" by Satori.

Episode III:  How Old is Gender?

Of course I knew this was going to happen eventually.  But that didn't make it any easier when it did.  Music credits: “Chicxuclub” and “Transient” by Podington Bear“Undaunted” by Kevin MacLeod“Dormir rien de plus” by Monplaisir

Of course I knew this was going to happen eventually.  But that didn't make it any easier when it did.  Music credits: “Chicxuclub” and “Transient” by Podington Bear“Undaunted” by <a href="https://incompetech.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a>“Dormir rien de plus” by Monplaisir

Episode XX: The Betrayal

How girlie do you have to be to secure your spot in the girl club?  And what happens when your own mother questions your girl credentials? Bonus: The Origins of Acrobat Girl: Music credits:  "Action" and "Eastern" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), "Xena: Warrior Princess - Main Title" by Joseph LoDuca.

How girlie do you have to be to secure your spot in the girl club?  And what happens when your own mother questions your girl credentials?  Bonus: The Origins of Acrobat Girl: Music credits:  "Action" and "Eastern" by Kevin MacLeod (<a href="http://incompetech.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">incompetech.com</a>), "Xena: Warrior Princess - Main Title" by Joseph LoDuca.

Episode IV: Tom Boy Trans Girl

I thought I was pretty brave until I met my counterpart from a red state. Music credits: "Telling Me So" and "Spring" (instrumental) by St. Paul de Vence  

I thought I was pretty brave until I met my counterpart from a red state. Music credits: "Telling Me So" and "Spring" (instrumental) by <a href="http://www.stpaulband.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">St. Paul de Vence</a>

Episode XIX: Red State Mama

She's six years old and transgender.  I'm a single mom.  This is what happens when we both hit the dating scene and compare notes about it. Music credits: "Night Owl" by Broke for Free, "Is This What Mama Meant" by Michaela Anne.

She's six years old and transgender.  I'm a single mom.  This is what happens when we both hit the dating scene and compare notes about it. Music credits: "Night Owl" by Broke for Free, "Is This What Mama Meant" by Michaela Anne.

Episode V: Looking for Love 

When my "son" first started saying that "he" was actually a "she," I went looking for information. I wanted hard numbers.  I wanted data.  I wanted science to tell me to do. This is what I discovered. If you'd like to watch a condensed, 5-minute animated version of this episode, check this out:   Music credits: "Arboles" by Podington Bear; "Outside the Terminal" by Blue Dot Sessions; "March of the Mind," "Oppressive Gloom," and "Unseen Horrors" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com); animation scored byJonathan Hirsch (www.arrvls.com). 

When my "son" first started saying that "he" was actually a "she," I went looking for information. I wanted hard numbers.  I wanted data.  I wanted science to tell me to do. This is what I discovered. If you'd like to watch a condensed, 5-minute animated version of this episode, <a href="https://vimeo.com/132256588" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">check this out</a>: <a href="https://vimeo.com/132256588" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Music credits: "Arboles" by Podington Bear; "Outside the Terminal" by Blue Dot Sessions; "March of the Mind," "Oppressive Gloom," and "Unseen Horrors" by Kevin MacLeod (<a href="http://incompetech.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">incompetech.com</a>); animation scored by Jonathan Hirsch (<a href="http://www.arrvls.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.arrvls.com</a>).

Episode VII: THE FACTS (about transgender kids)

It’s still five years off, but I think about it all the time.  What’s it going to be like when my transgender daughter becomes a teenager?  Music credits:Andy G Cohen, "Land_Legs" (licensed under CC BY 4.0)David Mumford, "Twinkle Twinkle Instrumental" (licensed under CC BY 4.0)Loch Lomond, "Elephants and Little Girls" (licensed under CC BY 4.0)Kevin Macleod, “J.S. Bach, Prelude in C” (licensed under CC BY 3.0)

It’s still five years off, but I think about it all the time.  What’s it going to be like when my transgender daughter becomes a teenager? Music credits:Andy G Cohen, "Land_Legs" (licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY 4.0</a>)David Mumford, "Twinkle Twinkle Instrumental" (licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY 4.0</a>)Loch Lomond, "Elephants and Little Girls" (licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY 4.0</a>)Kevin Macleod, “J.S. Bach, Prelude in C” (licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY 3.0</a>)

Episode XVI: How to Be a (Teen) Girl

This is a continuation of Episode IX. It tells the rest of the story of what happened when my transgender daughter started second grade at a new school. Music credits: "Light Thought Variation 2," "Thatched Villagers," and "Relaxing Piano Music" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), "Moonlight Sonata (Ludwig van Beethoven)" by Dr. Phibes and The Ten Plagues of Egypt,  "Bagatelle (Ludwig van Beethoven)" by Circus Marcus.  THANK YOU to my generous supporters on Patreon.com: Nyssa, Nicholas Harrigan, Sebastian Riisgaard, Krystal, Andrea Sackett, Andy Moore, David, Dustin Andres, Myrna Bohan, Emily Savin, David Rosenthal, Jo-Hanna Read, Meghan O'Hara, Allison Mulcahy, Maraia Ener, Gil Rich, Hampus Jakobsson, Tammy, Sonali Bhagat, Debby Swayne, Clare Jones, Gene Gibson, Nathan Jones, and Brookie Judge.

This is a continuation of Episode IX. It tells the rest of the story of what happened when my transgender daughter started second grade at a new school. Music credits: "Light Thought Variation 2," "Thatched Villagers," and "Relaxing Piano Music" by Kevin MacLeod (<a href="http://incompetech.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">incompetech.com</a>), "Moonlight Sonata (Ludwig van Beethoven)" by Dr. Phibes and The Ten Plagues of Egypt,  "Bagatelle (Ludwig van Beethoven)" by Circus Marcus.  THANK YOU to my generous supporters on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/girlpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com</a>: Nyssa, Nicholas Harrigan, Sebastian Riisgaard, Krystal, Andrea Sackett, Andy Moore, David, Dustin Andres, Myrna Bohan, Emily Savin, David Rosenthal, Jo-Hanna Read, Meghan O'Hara, Allison Mulcahy, Maraia Ener, Gil Rich, Hampus Jakobsson, Tammy, Sonali Bhagat, Debby Swayne, Clare Jones, Gene Gibson, Nathan Jones, and Brookie Judge.

Episode X: School (Part II)

She hasn't got a womb or ovaries but she wants to be a mommy.  How do I tell my young daughter that she won't ever be a biological mother?  Music credits: "Child Come Home" by Michael Howard (Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0)"Flagger" by Blue Dot Sessions (Licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0)“That Old Harpoon” by Gillicuddy (Licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0)

She hasn't got a womb or ovaries but she wants to be a mommy.  How do I tell my young daughter that she won't ever be a biological mother?  Music credits: "Child Come Home" by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Michael_Howard/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michael Howard</a> (Licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY-NC 3.0</a>)"Flagger" by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blue Dot Sessions</a> (Licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY-NC 4.0</a>)“That Old Harpoon” by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/gillicuddy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gillicuddy </a>(Licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY-NC 4.0</a>)

Episode XV: Just Maybe

This episode has been six months in the making, because that's how long it took for this story to play out. It's the story of my daughter entering second grade at a new school where we knew no one, almost no one knew her secret, and I had no idea how I was going to keep her safe. Music credits: "Blackbird" and "Light Thought Variation 2" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), "Chiaroscuro" by Zé Trigueiros, and "Piano Symphony No. 1" by Miss M. Thank you to my generous supporters on Patreon.com!  Three cheers for Nicholas Harrigan, Sebastian Riisgaard, Krystal, Andrea Sackett, Andy Moore, David, Dustin Andres, and Mary Anne Sedney!   

This episode has been six months in the making, because that's how long it took for this story to play out. It's the story of my daughter entering second grade at a new school where we knew no one, almost no one knew her secret, and I had no idea how I was going to keep her safe. Music credits: "Blackbird" and "Light Thought Variation 2" by Kevin MacLeod (<a href="http://incompetech.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">incompetech.com</a>), "Chiaroscuro" by Zé Trigueiros, and "Piano Symphony No. 1" by Miss M. Thank you to my generous supporters on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/girlpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com</a>!  Three cheers for Nicholas Harrigan, Sebastian Riisgaard, Krystal, Andrea Sackett, Andy Moore, David, Dustin Andres, and Mary Anne Sedney!

Episode IX: School (Part I)

This episode is a little different from the others I've made. It's mostly just my daughter talking, answering my questions about what it's like being a transgender six year old.  

This episode is a little different from the others I've made. It's mostly just my daughter talking, answering my questions about what it's like being a transgender six year old.

Episode VI: The Interview

When I first realized I had a transgender child, Lauren reached out and told me it was going to be OK. Ever since, she's been the one I lean on when I'm terrified. She's the bravest woman I know.  My friend, "Lauren," in 1979.  Music credits: “George Street Shuffle” and “In Your Arms” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) “Evenhanded” by Podington Bear “From here to Iceland" by Loch Lomond“I Enjoy Being a Girl,” performed by Christine Jorgensen"Mars Landscape: Moon Set” by Julie Maxwell (Source:  Free Music Archive, CC License)Thank you to my new supporters on Patreon.com: Brady Houck, Shaleece Haas, Rona So, Jennifer Zuber, Emily Hoff, Andrew Weisner, and Damiana Day. 

When I first realized I had a transgender child, Lauren reached out and told me it was going to be OK. Ever since, she's been the one I lean on when I'm terrified. She's the bravest woman I know.  My friend, "Lauren," in 1979.  Music credits: “George Street Shuffle” and “In Your Arms” by Kevin MacLeod (<a href="http://incompetech.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">incompetech.com</a>) “Evenhanded” by Podington Bear “From here to Iceland" by Loch Lomond“I Enjoy Being a Girl,” performed by Christine Jorgensen"Mars Landscape: Moon Set” by <a href="http://www.juliemaxwell.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Julie Maxwell</a> (Source:  <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Julie_Maxwells_Piano_Music/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Free Music Archive</a>, <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC License</a>)Thank you to my new supporters on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/girlpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com</a>: Brady Houck, Shaleece Haas, Rona So, Jennifer Zuber, Emily Hoff, Andrew Weisner, and Damiana Day.

Episode XIV: My Friend Lauren

In 2013, Obama opened a window for transgender people when he made it easier to change the gender on your Social Security record. But with Trump coming into office, it looks like that window is about to close.  I hadn't been in much of a rush to change my 9-year-old transgender daughter's Social Security record, but I sure am now.  MUSIC CREDITS:“Dubakupado” by www.incompetech.com“Homeless California” by Monplaisir (public domain) “King Thumbscrew The Third” by Doctor Turtle (CC-BY-NC 4.0) 

In 2013, Obama opened a window for transgender people when he made it easier to change the gender on your Social Security record. But with Trump coming into office, it looks like that window is about to close.  I hadn't been in much of a rush to change my 9-year-old transgender daughter's Social Security record, but I sure am now.  MUSIC CREDITS:“Dubakupado” by <a href="http://www.incompetech.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.incompetech.com</a>“Homeless California” by Monplaisir (<a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">public domain</a>) “King Thumbscrew The Third” by Doctor Turtle (<a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC-BY-NC 4.0</a>)

Episode XVII: The Window

In this episode, my daughter and I get to talk with two of our heroes.  Jazz Jennings is a reality TV star, LGBTQ activist, and arguably the most famous transgender teen in the world.  Her mom Jeanette is as brave as they come. MUSIC CREDITS: “Springtime,” “Quartrefoil,” and “Blue” by Podington Bear (licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0)“Helice” by Monplaisir (licensed under CC0 1.0)“Comedie” by Jahzzar (licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0)

In this episode, my daughter and I get to talk with two of our heroes.  Jazz Jennings is a reality TV star, LGBTQ activist, and arguably the most famous transgender teen in the world.  Her mom Jeanette is as brave as they come. MUSIC CREDITS:  “Springtime,” “Quartrefoil,” and “Blue” by Podington Bear (licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY-NC 3.0</a>) “Helice” by Monplaisir (licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC0 1.0</a>) “Comedie” by Jahzzar (licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY-SA 4.0</a>)

Episode XXI: Going First

Did you know there's a wedding coming up, uniting an Englishman with an American bride?  Listen now for ALL the juicy details on this intercontinental couple's forthcoming nuptials! (And hear what my daughter thinks of her soon-to-be stepdad.)MUSIC CREDITS: "Lord of the Land," "Evening Melodrama," "Master of the Feast," "The Rule," and "Bossa Bossa" by Kevin MacLeod

Did you know there's a wedding coming up, uniting an Englishman with an American bride?  Listen now for ALL the juicy details on this intercontinental couple's forthcoming nuptials! (And hear what my daughter thinks of her soon-to-be stepdad.)MUSIC CREDITS: "Lord of the Land," "Evening Melodrama," "Master of the Feast," "The Rule," and "Bossa Bossa" by <a href="http://www.incompetech.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a>

Episode XXII: Moving & Marrying, Part I - The Prince

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