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With all of the misinformation and laws taking rights away from trans youth and their parents who want to support them through a tricky childhood, it’s time to hear from someone who lived it. Transgender actress and activist Nicole Maines first rose to prominence as a teenager fighting for her civil rights. Not long after winning a groundbreaking legal challenge, she found herself cast as the first transgender superhero in television history playing Dreamer on The CW’s Supergirl. She is thriving, in love, having a blast in her career and now basically living the life of her dreams. But it wasn’t always smooth sailing growing up trans. And the fight is definitely not over.

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As always, stay in the love.

This episode was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike.

Links of Interest:

Becoming Nicole: The inspiring story of transgender actor-activist Nicole Maines and her extraordinary family 

The Trans List Trailer (Facebook)

The Trans List: In Conversation (YouTube)

Doe v. Clenchy aka Doe v. Regional School Unit 26 

Gavin Grimm (Washington Post)

Television’s First Transgender Superhero Will Arrive on ‘Supergirl’ (New York Times, 2018)

Gay Berlin by Robert Beachy

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Episodes Mentioned and Further Listening:

Reclaiming the Trans Narrative w/ Chase Strangio & Miss Peppermint 

Pushing Back Against Anti-Trans Media & Policies w/ Chase Strangio

Ending Violence Toward Trans People w/ Dr. Karen Franklin

CREDITS:

Executive Producers: Sandie Bailey, Alex Alcheh, Lauren Hohman, Tyler Klang & Gabrielle Collins

Producer & Editor: Brooke Peterson-Bell

Associate Producer: Akiya McKnight

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In Need to Know, "The Little Book of Queer Icons" by Samuel Alexander is reviewed as part of the W&W Better You Book Club. In All the Feels, a YouTube viewing recommendation sends Isaiah spiraling into a rabbit hole about the failure of Blockbuster Video; and true to form, he builds an entire segment around it. In Gotta Do, special guest Sharisse Kemp shares her expertise and suggestions on wine, and explains why glassware, name brands, and costs are all irrelevant. 

This week FANTI is passing the mic to We See Each Other: The Podcast. After you listen to the episode, make sure to check out Kristen Lovell’s The Stroll which premiered on Max the evening before this episode dropped.

Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome producer and co - director of the documentary, The Stroll, Kristen Lovell as they discuss the documentary’s portrayal of trans sex workers who worked in the Meatpacking District of New York City during the 90s. Lovell also speaks on finally having the control of the Black trans narrative behind the camera, and not just as the subject. Then, our hosts speak with the producer and director of the documentary, Kokomo City, D. Smith. She discusses the audience's reception to the film and  the legacy of Koko Da Doll, the star of the film who was tragically murdered earlier this year. 

But first, Tre’vell and Shar discuss sex work representation in media as it pertains to Black Trans women and while it being a necessary piece of trans history, it is not the end all be all of trans representation. And later we hear what every day trans folks have to say about trans visibility in another segment of Pass The Mic.

Episode Notes:

Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome producer and co - director of the documentary, The Stroll, Kristen Lovell as they discuss the documentary’s portrayal of trans sex workers who worked in the Meatpacking District of New York City during the 90s. Lovell also speaks on finally having the control of the Black trans narrative behind the camera, and not just as the subject. Then, our hosts speak with the producer and director of the documentary, Kokomo City, D. Smith. She discusses the audience's reception to the film and  the legacy of Koko Da Doll, the star of the film who was tragically murdered earlier this year. 

But first, Tre’vell and Shar discuss sex work representation in media as it pertains to Black Trans women and while it being a necessary piece of trans history to learn, it is not the end all be all of trans representation. And later we hear what every day trans folks have to say about trans visibility in another segment of Pass The Mic.

Over the course of this series, Tre’vell and Shar will be including the personal experiences of ‘everyday’ trans people. To that end, anyone in community who wishes to comment on or speak to issues brought up on the show, please share your thoughts with them. We’ve made it easy to record a message. Just click SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther and follow the very simple instructions. If you’d like to email Shar and Tre’vell, you can send any message to FANTI@maximumfun.org and put WSEO in the subject line.

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We made it easy to share your thoughts. Go to SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther

You can buy We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through TV & Film the book wherever books are sold

Mentioned in the Show

D. Smith on Kokomo City

Kokomo City

Pose (Hulu)

Stroll

Good Trouble (Freeform)

Sylvia Rivera’s Place

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

Plugs 

Kokomo City will be in select theaters on July 28th 

The Stroll drops June 21 on HBO 

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@swishswish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher) 

Music: Neverending Nina (IG @neverendingninanotes)

Producer: Palmira Muniz

Senior Producer: Laura Swisher

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Never Ending Nina

We See Each Other: The Podcast is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are discussing the complicated relationship we have with Charlamagne Tha God and the rest of the team over at "The Breakfast Club." 

The NYC-based syndicated radio show has been on the air since 2010 and has seen everyone from bestie in our head Mo'Nique to presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton come through. Guests can expect to have a candid conversation about hot topics and be grilled by hosts Charlamagne, DJ Envy and Angela Yee. 

There's no denying the show is a hit but sometimes in an effort to be provocative the show can let down its audience. It often traffics in misogyny, transphobia, ignorance and shenanigans. Not to mention the fact that it's received somewhat of a reputation as being the place for White politicians to go when they want to pander to Back voters.

Bad Queers is officially the unofficial stan podcast for Pose on FX. Caitlyn Fucking Jenner doing Caitlyn Fucking Jenner things. And everyone please check in on our girl Janet Mock. What is the real lesbian dream? And which Ryan Murphy show is the best.

Shoutouts:
Shana - @the_yvesdropper - Shoutout to their new song “Niggas Can Be Gay Too”. They did a series of bops from a beautiful broken hearted boy” and you just need to follow.  

Kris - @heytonytv on Tiktok. CEO of Quarter Brick High.The 25-year-old comedian, entrepreneur and influencer and NC native has THEE best school centric skits! 

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Dwyane Wade gives an interview explaining the importance of trans awareness and acceptance in today's culture, as JLo reportedly finds solace in her exes and the Red Table tackles the complicated matter of polyamorous relationships.

In Need to Know, the co-hosts discuss the powerful Black women who have influenced their lives. In All the Feels, guest Rosy Sunshine Galvan discusses her journey as a queer Dominican artist, and delivers a message of resilience and hope through expression. In Gotta Do, Bianca and Isaiah explore their own creative energies -- to hilarious ends. 

To learn more about Rosy Sunshine Galvan and her work, visit www.rosysunshinepaints.com. 

Transcript available here.

This week, we talk about social movements you've probably heard of - but did you know they were started by Black women? Topics of discussion include #MeToo, Girls Like Us, and Why I Stayed. This episode contains a content note for discussions on domestic and sexual violence. 

Resource List:

• Me Too 
• Girls Like Us
• Why I Stayed
• “Why abolishing the police and turning to the community won't protect women” (UK Independent)
• Aura Freedom International

Do The Kids Know? is a series of conversations between friends, Prakash and Kristen, where we challenge our understanding of contemporary media, popular culture, and what it means to live as racialized millennials in KKKanada (That’s Canada spelled with three K’s) 

Our goal for this series is to have frank discussions about the stories and nuances missed by sensationalist media as well as to uncover the ways in which white supremacy, capitalism, and colonialism is shaping our movements and behaviours. 

Keep tuning in to be a part of the conversation… don’t be a kid who doesn’t know!

Find us: @dothekidsknow

Email us: dothekidsknow@gmail.com

Support us: https://patreon.com/dothekidsknow

Artwork by Daniela Silva (https://instagram.com/danielasilvatrujillo)

Music by Steve Travale (https://stevetravale.com)

Until next time. Stay in the know~!

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Our goal is to bring nuance to sensationalist media as well as to uncover the ways in which white supremacy, capitalism, and colonialism is shaping our movements and behaviours.

Keep tuning in to be a part of the conversation… don’t be a kid who doesn’t know!

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DTKK is recorded on the traditional and unceded Indigenous lands of the Kanien’kehá:ka and Algonquin Nations. We are committed to working with Indigenous communities and leaders locally and across Turtle Island to fight for Indigenous rights, resurgence, and sovereignty.

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This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are discussing the complicated relationship we have with Charlamagne Tha God and the rest of the team over at "The Breakfast Club." 

The NYC-based syndicated radio show has been on the air since 2010 and has seen everyone from bestie in our head Mo'Nique to presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton come through. Guests can expect to have a candid conversation about hot topics and be grilled by hosts Charlamagne, DJ Envy and Angela Yee. 

There's no denying the show is a hit but sometimes in an effort to be provocative the show can let down its audience. It often traffics in misogyny, transphobia, ignorance and shenanigans. Not to mention the fact that it's received somewhat of a reputation as being the place for White politicians to go when they want to pander to Back voters.

We love that this platform exists and that Black voices have a place where we can talk about our triumphs and failures but we feel it necessary to hold the show's feet to the fire and call it like we see it. 

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

This week, we're celebrating the decision by BET to move forward with the 2020 BET Awards. Host, Amanda Seales did what needed to be done! Hat tip to everyone working hard behind the scenes to make the virtual event a success!

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the "Black People Used to Live Here" marchers shaking the literal tables on gentrifiers. 

 

 

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An honorable mention and "Girl, you did THAT!" to Michaela Coel for her new critically-acclaimed HBO series, "I May Destroy You." The show deals with the aftermath of an assault and stars Coel as well. It's funny. It's chaotic. It's powerful. It's just damn good. Catch up here.  

Speaking of Black women doing their thing, a postumus honorable mention is in order for aerospace engineer Mary W. Jackson. You may be familiar with the name from the film "Hidden Figures" which was based, in part, on her life. NASA's DC Headquarters will be renamed after the great mathematician. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Ms. Marsai Martin who recently took on the haters who had a problem with her hair for the BET Awards. Apparently, the library is open during lockdown. Salute!

Another honorable mention goes out to Imara Jones and their doc, The Future of Trans. You can check it out here. 

Last but least, an honorable mention (sort of) to all of the White actors this week who've been resigning from their roles as voice actors for Black characters. Y'all shouldn't have taken the jobs to begin with but good, we guess. 

Episode Notes

Read more about this subject from Tonja Renée Stidhum over at The Root. 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

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In this week's current events, I discuss Rachel Dolezal tweeting how she is celebrating pride by coming out as bisexual, the FX hit series Pose being renewed for a third season, and Janet Mock making history as the first Transgender woman to establish a major studio deal with Netflix. In Topics of Discussion, I discuss music and its influence on people. Does music have enough impact on us that we can hold it accountable for our actions?

Inda and Didi are back to root for all the Black Women Emmy Nominees (and some of the non-Black WOC), celebrate PoseFX's season two renewal, and Shea Diamond's new EP.

Watch Pose on FX, Sunday nights at 9pm EST!!!

Intro/Outro is "American Pie" by Shea Diamond.

Black Girl Squee is on Twitter, Tumblr, Apple Podcasts and Google Play Podcasts.

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Contact Info: Inda (@indascorner), Didi (@dustdaughter), BGS Podcast (@blackgirlsquee); Email: blackgirlsquee@gmail.com