What would drivers education look like if we taught it like we teach sex ed? This is just one of the questions that the book I ❤️ Orgasms: A Guide to More and authors Dorian Solot, Marshall Miller, and Maybe Burke ponder while covering topics ranging from anatomical and pleasure-based sexual education, considerations for folks who are Lesbian, Bisexual, Queer, Asexual, Intersex, Transgender, and/or Nonbinary, and so much more.

Co-author of the book, advocate, and award winning writer (among other honors), Maybe Burke (she/her) sits down with host Beau Bradley (they/he) in today's brand new episode of the original Beau my God Podcast to chat about her book, I ❤️ Orgasms: A Guide to More, the Transgender Literacy Project, what Maybe has to say to Baby Maybe, and much much more. Topics covered range from the importance of anatomically correct and identity inclusive sexual education and how communication really makes a big difference. Maybe opens up about her own journey with growing in her sexuality and even shares a few sexy details!

You can find Maybe on social media @BelieveInMaybe and also at www.maybeburke.com.  Use coupon code "BeauMyGodPod"  for a discount on your copy of I ❤️ Orgasms: A Guide to More, today!

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References:

1. Solot, D., Miller, M., & Burke, M. (2022). I Love Orgasms: A Guide to More (2nd ed.). Hachette Go.
2. https://www.maybeburke.com 

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Less than two months into 2023, 325 bills aimed at the health and rights of transgender folks have been introduced in state legislatures around the country— more bills than the last four legislative years put together. Erin Reed, a queer legislative researcher and activist covering transgender legislation and life around the world, gives us an update on transgender health and rights in America, including what attacks to look out for and actions to take to protect bodily autonomy and human rights. 

 Bans on healthcare for trans youth, drag show bans, systemic abuse in schools, bathroom bills: these are just some of the vicious measures that have impacted the daily health and life of transgender and gender non-conforming Americans. 1/3 of bills introduced this year—97 bills—are designed to limit or ban gender-affirming care for trans youth. Often misrepresented as an interference to serious surgeries for minors, these laws end up restricting life-saving care, such as puberty blockers and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Arkansas, Alabama, Utah, and South Dakota have passed healthcare bans, with many moving through other state legislatures. 

20 states have passed bans on transgender youth competing in sports, with 40 similar bills introduced just this year. And, despite anti-rights legislators claiming that their bills introduced to ban drag shows are meant to “protect children”, bills attacking drag shows ultimately stifle “male and female impersonators” or the performance, monologue, or dance of people dressed in clothing opposite to their assigned gender at birth.

It’s important to remember that many of the same tactics used in these attacks can be found in attacks to reproductive health and rights. Both the health and rights of trans folks and reproductive health and rights are issues rooted in bodily autonomy that often intersect with each other. 

The sliver of good news? Even in the harshest state where these bills are being proposed, Democrats are holding the line in protection. Progressive states are continuing to increase support of the transgender community in response to anti-trans legislation around the country. In addition, sports ban bills seem to be losing traction.

Links

Erin Reed on Twitter

Erin Reed on Substack

The Anti-Trans State Of The States by Erin Reed

AAP Policy Statement Urges Support and Care of Transgender and Gender-Diverse Children and Adolescents

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This week, I spent three days (and joyful evenings) with other thought leaders, each working to bring our new keynotes to life with the brilliant team at Heroic Public Speaking. I had a great week and did some fantastic work, but I started to feel a little down on myself once I left. I didn’t feel like writing this morning. Spending three days with other thought leaders can trigger comparisonitis (comparison syndrome). They have how many LinkedIn followers??!!

Any one of you could go to a conference of peers, or even read 5 Things and think, “That is such a cool thing that company X is doing…my company stinks and isn’t doing anything significant with DEI.” Or worse: ”They’re such a great leader…I stink compared to them…”

Comparisonitis. Comparison has been called the thief of joy – and it causes stagnation. I can’t fulfill my purpose to build a world where people feel safe to be authentically themselves if I let comparison drag me down. What I have to remind myself is that each step I take toward my vision matters.

Screw comparisonitis. There will always be those ahead of you and trust me, there will be many others just starting out. Each step you take towards more significant equity and inclusion matters – as an individual, and as an organization. Even simple things like intentionally connecting with people who are different from you, builds momentum that can be world-changing, and life-changing.

If you find yourself stuck because of comparisonitis or anything else, reply to this email. Seriously. I read every response and I’ll get back to you ASAP. Oh, and as much as I hate to admit it, external validation helps…so if you listen to the 5 Things in 15 Minutes podcast, will you do me a favor, rate, and review?

Here are the good vibes I found this week:

1. Championing Authenticity and Equity: Inside and Outside of Yelp
2. Walmart to Cover Fertility Treatments Under Insurance Plan
3. How Employers Can Set Formerly Incarcerated Workers Up for Success
4. The Who Says Gender-Affirming Care Is Essential to Transgender Health
5. CVS Drops Prices on Its Tampons and Will Pay the ‘Pink Tax’

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Telehealth startups had a boom during the pandemic and for certain marginalized communities not having to physically go onto a traditional doctor’s office allows them to access specialized high-quality care. That’s where this week’s guests come in. Jerrica Kirkley and Matthew Wetschler are the co-founders of Plume, a telehealth company that focuses on transgender care. After Jerrica spent time working in the non-profit world she realized that to enact the change she wanted to see, a VC-backed startup could be a more direct route.  Along with providing great care, they’re also dedicated to combatting anti-trans legislation and gathering data on trans care that can help all physicians provide better holistic care. In this episode, they talk about their co-founder relationship, the importance of hiring a team that reflects the community they serve, and how they navigated fundraising in such a conservative environment. 

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In Need to Know, "100 Boyfriends" by Brontez Purnell is reviewed as part of the W&W Book Club. In All the Feels, Earl Fowkles Jr. from the Center for Black Equity discusses the meaning of Black Pride, and even shares an affinity for the British monarchy. In Gotta Do, Isaiah encourages listeners to donate, volunteer and hire from transgender organizations. Specifically, the podcast highlighted the National Center for Transgender Equity; Trans Equity Consulting; and House of Tulip. 

This week on The Mohua Show, we have Simran Shaikh.

She is the founder of RWS - India’s diverse chamber, where she promotes LGBTQI entrepreneurs to the global market. She holds a master’s degree in social work and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Trans Psychology from Mumbai University. She has been an author of several journal articles and has published many technical papers on Transgender.

She has been through a lot in her life. But this week, she is here with us, ready to share her journey with everyone.

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Across the country, measures are being introduced to restrict gender-affirming healthcare, ban LGBTQ+ books, and prevent trans girls and women from participating in sports. Katelyn Burns, the first openly trans Capitol Hill reporter in U.S. history, freelance journalist, MSNBC columnist, and co-host of podcast Cancel Me Daddy, sits down to talk with us about recent and increasing attacks on the health and rights of transgender people across the U.S.

Conservatives around the country have stepped up their attacks on trans rights with the attacks falling into a couple of different buckets. Conservative lawmakers are working to ban books about LGBTQ+ orientations and identities in schools and libraries. Florida has recently passed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, which explicitly bans classroom discussion about LGBTQ+ issues, further empowers parents to sue school districts, and requires schools to disclose to parents when their child receives mental health services. At the same time, more than a dozen states have passed legislation that limit transgender girls competing in school sports. A total of 15 states this year have enacted or are considering laws that would limit or ban gender-affirming care—including puberty blockers and hormone replacement therapy—for transgender youth. In Texas, the most recent law attacking gender-affirming care has arranged for the state’s Department of Family and Child Services to class provision of gender-affirming care to someone under 18 as child abuse. 

Even with all of these attacks on trans rights it’s not all terrible news, on the Transgender Day of Visibility, the White House unveiled a host of meaningful policy rollouts, including having an “X” as one’s gender marker on one’s U.S. passport, working with airlines and the TSA on deprioritizing gender altogether when it comes to air travel, and the replacement of gender binary airport security scanners. 

Links

Katelyn Burns on Twitter

Cancel Me Daddy

Human Rights Campaign rally information 

White House Release on Transgender Day of Visibility

The massive Republican push to ban trans athletes, explained

Critics accuse trans swimming star Lia Thomas of having an unfair advantage. The data tells a different story

Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' bill would erase families like mine

Greg Abbott's death wish for trans kids is on full display

The Latest Transphobic Laws are a Natural Evolution from Abortion Bans 

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 Healthcare is rooted in 400 years of oppression. Can technology transform the system? Dr. Jerrica Kirkley, family physician and co-founder of Plume, shares an optimistic realism approach that shifts from the one-size-fits-all healthcare model to envision care that is identity-centered. In her conversation with Health2049 podcast co-host Jason Helgerson, she explores the role that technology can play in addressing the needs of the trans community and other marginalized groups. 

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• Website: https://www.health2049.com 

Timestamps: 

• Dr. Jerrica Kirkley shares her healthcare system journey.  [02:52]
• An approach that envisions transformation in six key areas. [06:23] 
• The one-size-fits-all model rooted in 400 years of oppression. [08:02]
• Technology along with a community and identity-centered approach. [15:12]
• The positives and potential negatives of technology. [20:45]
• How will we pay for healthcare in 2049? [22:28]
• The role of artificial intelligence in the future. [26:25]
• Hospitals will change as healthcare focuses more on prevention. [30:06]
• Person-centered care would lead to healthier, happier people. [32:16]

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