Podcasts by Transitional Wisdom Podcast

Nash's Phalloplasty Stage 2 Update 2 from 2021-08-05T21:37:37

The title is confusing.... we know ;) 

This episode is a follow up to our last episode. Part 2, if you will. Nash is updating us along the way of his incredibly frustrating battle wi...

Nash's Journey to Stage 2 Phalloplasty from 2021-07-23T19:35:52

Nash recounts the gatekeeping he is facing in getting his Stage 2 Phalloplasty covered and how he is navigating through it with the support of others.

Episode 54: Mars Wright from 2019-10-15T23:56:04

We had the privilege of sitting down with Mars Wright (@mars.wright) while he graciously shared his journey. From spending his early youth in the LA area to moving to a smaller town and the subsequ...

Episode 53: Forced Outing from 2019-10-08T20:22:07

This week Nash and C talk about what they call 'forced outing'. Situations cis people force us into that leave us no option but to disclosure our gender identity. Nash candidly shares specific inci...

Episode 52: C's Hysto Journey Part 2 from 2019-10-02T00:43:18

Brand new episode dropped this morning! We host another Nash & C episode (don't worry special guest episodes are coming back soon) where we are covering part 2 of C's hysto journey. If you missed p...

Episode 51 The "Real Life" Test from 2019-09-24T18:33:43

Join us this week for our first Nash and C in person episode! We sat down, together, in the flesh and discussed what is commonly referred to as the 'Real Life Test or 'Real Life Experience'. While ...

Episode 50: Jen Winslow from 2019-09-17T13:44

Don't sleep on this episode. Nash sits down with the absolutely hilarious Jen Winslow, a Los Angeles trans-plant from Indiana. Jen is a comedian, actress, writer and also just happens to be trans*....

Episode 49: Pre Transition, during transition and post phalloplasty peeing! from 2019-09-10T13:22

As we return to new episodes this week, we're diving into the interesting and ever evolving topic of PEEING! Nash examines his peeing habits and challenges pre transition, during transition and pos...

Episode 48: Lee's Spiritual Journey from 2019-08-06T21:37:24

This week Nash sits down with Lee Te and Rev. Keith Mozingo from Founders Metropolitan Church-or what some people call ’the gay church’. Lee opens up about her catholic upbringing in the Philippine...

Episode 47: Nash's Hysterectomy Experience from 2019-07-30T19:58:35

This episode is a doozy. Nash gets vulnerable and open about his ordeal of a hysterectomy.    Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_Wisdom. You can also find us on Instagram @transition...

Episode 46: Sarah Parlow from 2019-07-09T21:13:57

We had the immense privilege of sitting down with the wonderful Sarah Parlow who opened up and shared her journey as a trans women transitioning over the past 24 YEARS. Sarah shares how she lived a...

Episode 45: Processing on HRT from 2019-06-18T13:00

HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) is much more than just physical changes- it brings on vast mental and emotional changes as well. Join us this week while Nash and C discuss how their thinking and ...

Episode 44: C's Hysto Journey Part 1 from 2019-05-19T01:33:06

Nash and C sit down to cover part 1 of C's hysto journey. They talk about the decision to get a hysterectomy as well as picking a surgeon and how the process has unfolded thus far.   Comments? Ques...

Episode 43: Testosterone: injections from 2019-05-16T01:27:11

This week we talk about HRT injections, specifically relating to testosterone. We share our stories of how we started hormones, how our first shots began and how our methods have evolved overtime. ...

Episode 42: Sex- pre transition, post transition, phalloplasty from 2019-05-08T02:44:25

This weeks discussion is a listener submitted question regarding sex and transitioning! And specifically how things changed for Nash pre and post phalloplasty. We both discuss some of our past expe...

Episode 41: How we met from 2019-05-05T00:03:39

Who are we and how did we even come to meet?! All your answers (well most of them) are answered in this episode! We talk about forming a friendship and bond over the internet- over long emails and ...

Episode 40: Drew *trigger warning* from 2019-04-25T05:37:30

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode Drew discusses his personal journey with self harm and suicidal ideation. There is also mention of molestation. Please, if you do not feel comfortable, do not liste...

Episode 39: Myles Lawter from 2019-04-16T18:43:05

This week we sit down with Myles, a southern queer currently living in the Windy City. And let us just say- their southern accent DOES NOT disappoint, nor does this episode. We talk about identifyi...

Episode 38: Binding and Packing from 2019-04-07T06:01:34

In this episode, we sit down and talk about our own experiences and emotions surrounding packing and binding. Our answers are probably going to surprise you!   Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet...

Episode 37: Tough Mudder Fuckers from 2019-04-03T00:41:32

In this episode we meet Taylor Branham- A 28 year old trans man living in Los Angeles, CA. Last year he was featured in a mini documentary series for The CW called “Tough Mudder: Tougher Together”....

Episode 36:Trans* (is not a) Monolith from 2019-03-26T23:11:33

Hey guess what! There is NO ‘right’ way to be trans*, and that is exactly what this weeks episode is all about.   Nash and C sit down to discuss the definition of being transgender- identifying as ...

Episode 35: Traveling While Trans* from 2019-03-23T02:04:08

We discuss traveling while Trans*. We talk about how we both prepare- practically and mentally. How we both approach TSA situations and share experiences we have both had while traveling since star...

Episode 34: Hail and Eli, Transfarmers from 2019-03-19T21:55:54

Hail and Eli met when Eli (still unaware of his trans identity) moved to Sonoma County, CA, 10 months ago to work on a small farm run by Hail (who's identified as trans for five years and is severa...

Episode 33: Social Media Boundaries from 2019-03-16T03:09:03

On this episode, Nash and C discuss social media and the pressures and anxiety surrounding our usage. Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_Wisdom. You can also find us on Instagram @t...

Episode 32: Caleb Blackwell from 2019-03-13T03:23:08

Join us this week as we sit down with Caleb Blackwell, from the internet. We discuss his sobriety and transition, over the past seven years, and how the former lead to the latter.    We talk about ...

Episode 31: Coming Out Part 2 from 2019-03-09T03:00:19

C shares their coming out process both in regards to their sexuality over the years and more recently their gender identity. Their story reminds us there is no one right way to come out and the jou...

Episode 30: Coming Out Part 1 from 2019-03-06T04:48:03

In our 30th episode, Nash tells his story of coming out (multiple times). Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_Wisdom. You can also find us on Instagram @transitionalwisdom. Want to l...

Episode 29: Kyle Draper from 2019-02-25T20:24:44

Join us this week as Nash sits down with entrepreneur and fierce ally of the LGBTQ+ community, Kyle Draper. They discuss a myriad of topics, including how Kyle’s upbringing helped shape him and his...

Episode 28: Billie Lee from 2019-02-19T19:35:15

This episode you can catch Nash while he sits down with Billie Lee from Vanderpump Rules! They discuss- A LOT. From growing up in small town USA and how that impacted Billie's transition and upbrin...

Episode 27: Shannon from 2019-02-18T19:54:02

Shannon opens up about her son's journey to his transgender identity, her conservative upbringing, and the ways her son's courage has allowed her to finally accept herself. Comments? Questions? Wha...

Episode 26: Transitioning While in a Relationship from 2019-02-05T07:10:36

Nash and C dive into Nash's relationship, discussing what it was like for him to come out to his cis female partner, begin hormones and having multiple surgeries all while in a relationship.   Comm...

Episode 25: Dating While Trans* from 2019-01-29T21:52:45

In this episode, we discuss how C navigates the dating world, specifically with dating apps, as a nonbinary person. They share the way their approach varies based on apps like @grindr @tinder and @...

Episode 24: Gatekeeping from 2019-01-22T06:49:48

Nash and C discuss gatekeeping- both medically and also in various social interactions and relationships. Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_Wisdom. You can also find us on Instagram...

Episode 23: Surgery tips from 2018-12-17T21:27:34

Nash and C discuss pre and post op care. What is is, what to expect, how to prepare, and some things we wish we would have done differently. Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_Wisdo...

Episode 22: Self Care from 2018-12-11T06:35:01

Nash and C discuss self care- what tools they utilize and how it looks different for everyone. Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_Wisdom. You can also find us on Instagram @transitio...

Episode 21: Discovering Gender Project from 2018-12-04T01:47:09

We're bringing you a super special episode this week. We had the privilege of sitting down with Ash from the Discovering Gender Project. This project is something special, it is a non-profit visual...

Episode 20: Home for the Holidays from 2018-11-27T01:19:08

Nash and C discuss being home for the holidays and share some experiences and tips on how they navigated these situations after beginning their transitions!   Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet u...

Episode 19: Samira from 2018-11-19T19:29:12

This week Samira (they/them) joins us to discuss all things intersectionally trans*. They discuss the importance of finding safety and community as an Iranian person of trans* experience, and how t...

Episode 18: Cael from 2018-11-12T23:54:25

Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_Wisdom. You can also find us on Instagram @transitionalwisdom. Want to learn more about the team- you can follow Nash @nashazarian and C @ladideath...

Episode 17: Cassandra James from 2018-10-29T19:44:13

This episode, we sit down with Cassandra James, an actress and activist living and working in Los Angeles, CA. Cassandra James is an American-Canadian actress. She was born in Pasadena, California,...

Episode 16: Mika from 2018-09-18T03:09:50

Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_Wisdom. You can also find us on Instagram @transitionalwisdom. Want to learn more about the team- you can follow Nash @nashazarian and C @ladideath...

Episode 14: Drew the Dietitian from 2018-09-03T18:25:21

Drew is a trans man and dietician working in the Boston area. His own journey through transition helped inspire him to pursue a career as a dietitian. We learn some tips on smarter snacking, the di...

Episode 13: Christian from 2018-06-04T19:10:55

Christian recently made headlines for being banned by his high school through the urging of the Diocese from giving his hard earned valedictory speech due to the fact that he is gender nonconformin...

Episode 12: Lazarus from 2018-05-28T23:44:55

Lazarus joins us to discuss unpacking religious baggage, being in recovery as a queer non-binary trans person subject to administrative violence, self-rehabilitating, and problematic storylines fro...

Episode 11, part 2: Nash and C Discuss Popularity Part 2 from 2018-05-23T03:48:52

This episode explores popularity within the trans* community and the positive and negative affect social media can have. Part 2.   Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_Wisdom. You can ...

Episode 11, part 1: Nash and C Discuss C's non-binary journey from 2018-05-21T22:11:25

Nash and C discuss C's non-binary journey. This is a two part episode. This is part 1   Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_Wisdom. You can also find us on Instagram @transitionalwisd...

Episode 10: Dana from 2018-05-14T08:41:55

Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_Wisdom. You can also find us on Instagram @transitionalwisdom. Want to learn more about the team- you can follow Nash @nashazarian and C @ladideath...

Episode 9: Blair from 2018-04-30T14:49

Blair talks coming out in front of her entire school, the importance of a support squad through her transition, and how she handles the haters.   Comments? Questions? Whatever? Tweet us at @Trans_W...

Episode 8: Tristan from 2018-04-24T05:19

Tristan joins us to talk about his phalloplasty journey, complete with unexpected complications (and newly diagnosed blood clotting disorder!). With charisma and a positive attitude, Tristan shares...

Episode 7: Ylva from 2018-04-16T21:08

Ylva talks self-advocacy, empowering YOUR Gender Affirming Process, the horror show that can be the joy of dating while Trans*. Speaking of dating... Ylva's a BABE and totally available...This witc...