The Fox and the Phoenix
A podcast that explores the feminine crossdressing experience through conversations between a crossdresser and a cis-ally. It aims to demystify, humanize, and celebrate the crossdressing trans community, providing a positive and realistic understanding.
Episodes
270 - Expanding Horizons
In this episode, Savannah shared with Julie an impromptu decision to take herself (Savannah) out for a solo date. Savannah pushed herself outside her comfort zone and faced her own anxieties about being out in the world beyond Starbucks Sunday. Julie tells her own story of her own anxiety of opening her home to her friends and her hesitation of organizing and entertaining others. Both face their f
269 - Fairy Tales & Cautionary Tales
In this episode, Savannah talks to Julie about a comment on the "Hey Judy, The Exit Interview" podcast episode, where one listener was concerned about sharing the podcast with their wife because of Savannah and Judy's breakup after 262 episodes. What happens when you follow the public adventures of someone whose life resonates with you? What happens when that life you were following
268 - Happy Medium
In this episode, Julie talks to Savannah about how every person deserves to be 100% authentic in who they are and how to navigate a relationship where that authenticity is challenged by a partner. Whether the cis-partner is coming to terms with understanding the identity and presentation of their gender-expansive mate or setting up ground rules to limit them so a level of comfortability is achieve
267 - Smarty Pants
In this episode, Savannah asks Julie the question, "Why do women get to wear pants and men don't get to wear skirts?" In Western Culture, the idea of men wearing feminine clothes is considered outlandish and fetishistic, while women wearing pants or more masculine articles of clothing is normalized and not seen as out of place. From the necessary changing fashion styles as humans fou
266 - You Got The Look
In this episode, Julie talks to Savannah about how best to find how your look in photography. From glamour girls to goth goddess to girl next door, we all have a vive we are looking to embody. How do we bring that to life? Julie gives tips and tricks for how best to take selfies, from body posing to tilts of the head to lighting. All of it helps to make any figure softer and more feminine.-----SAV
265 - Girl Talk
In this episode, Savannah chats to Julie about the power of girl talk, especially as it relates to the strong bond between girls like Savannah and the vulnerable and deep conversations that results through and with those that share similar experiences and personal journeys and self-assessments over the years. It creates a lovely shorthand that allows those in the sisterhood a way to connect and co
264 - Mirror, Mirror (part 2)
In this second of two episodes, Julie chats with Savannah about the profound "first time" that one sees their true femme self in the mirror... that first fateful time when the reflection in the mirror stops being just a biological male and starts being the more authentic and grounded female spirit. Julie and Savannah read listener letters and comment about how often there are commonaliti
263 - Mirror, Mirror (part 1)
In this first of two episodes, Julie chats with Savannah about the profound "first time" that one sees their true femme self in the mirror... that first fateful time when the reflection in the mirror stops being just a biological male and starts being the more authentic and grounded female spirit. Julie and Savannah read listener letters and comment about how often there are commonalitie
262 - Fraud and Failure
In this episode, Savannah discussed with Julie the struggles she is experiencing in the aftermath of her breakup with her long-time partner, Judy (as revealed in ep 261). In light of the breakup, Savannah worries that she is not as credible as she should be because as an author, advocate, podcaster, and speaker, she should have been able to make the relationship work. The discussion goes into the
261 - Hey Judy! The Exit Interviews
In this episode, both Savannah and Julie separately interview Judy. In these interviews, they discuss the trials and tribulations , the ups and downs of being in a long-term relationship with a crossdresser and gender-expansive person. And while love was always present, the drive in syncing with a person of this breed is sometimes not enough to keep the relationship together. So, in this way, Judy
260 - In The Family Way
In this episode, Savannah lets Julie in on a little secret. That admission involves revealing herself to more members of her immediate family through a text chat. Stemming from a sad and regretful remembrance on the anniversary of Savannah's father's passing, Savannah decided afterward to reveal herself to sisters and nieces and nephews that there was more to Chuck than just Chuck. Savanna
259 - Bimbification
In this episode, Julie asks Savannah to talk about the probably-already-cooling news about Bryon Noem, the husband of the former Director of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem. Bryon was outed by leaked photographs of him wearing a massive breast form and pink hot pants as he paid to converse with online personalities who also had exaggerated feminine features. What happens when a political figure who
258 - I Wish I Would Have Known
In this episode, Savannah asks Julie one of the most foundational questions people in the queer community tend to hear or strive to find an answer to, "I wish someone would have told me...". From the fact that our younger selves would rarely listen to advice from the future because they would not have the world experience to understand the advice or warnings, to using that understanding gained thr
257 - Do You Validate?
In this episode, Julie talks to Savannah about social media and its effects on how we, as gender-expansive people, use the digital platforms as a benchmark to find external validation. From the cycling of posting and the wait for the dopamine high, to dressing for performance versus authenticity, to looking for external reactions versus just dressing for one's own sake, to using social media as a
256 - Integration Testing
In this episode, Savannah lets Julie in on a bit of an experiment... one where Savannah has been testing to see at what point of her presentation she feels complete in her feminine persona. Does Savannah only come out when the wig is finally donned? When undressing, at what point does Savannah disappear and Chuck returns? If Chuck and Savannah are integrated from a mental perspective, why is there
255 - To Keystone and Back: A Podcasters' Tale
In this episode, Savannah and Julie regal the listeners with another riveting tale of danger and adventure, of heart ache and heart's song, of sleepless days and endless nights, of red eye flights and the meowing of cats. Savannah and Julie retell their adventures attending this year's Keystone Conference in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.-----SAVANNAH HAUK is the author of “Living with Crossdre
254 - Better Than Average
In this episode, Savannah shares a reel from Instagram with Julie, forwarded to Savannah by a close friend of the podcast. In the reel, the influencer talks about how most human beings are simply ordinary and average in their looks. Sure, there are some wh might be considered as fugly and others who seemed to have achieved Adonis and super-model status. Yet, the vast majority of people live somewh
253 - Things They Didn't Tell Me (part 2)
In this second of two episodes, Julie and Savannah read your listener letters! This time, Julie reached out and asked the question, "What didn't you know about or what didn't THEY tell you?" before or as you embarked on their transgender journey. From the difficulties of dating in a post-transition world, to the switch from clothing being euphoric to the transition being euphoric
252 - What They Didn't Tell Me (part 1)
In this first of two episodes, Julie and Savannah read your listener letters! This time, Julie reached out and asked the question, "What didn't you know about or what didn't THEY tell you?" before or as you embarked on their transgender journey. From the difficulties of dating in a post-transition world, to the switch from clothing being euphoric to the transition being euphoric,
251 - Showing Up
In this episode, Julie and Savannah talk about the upcoming Keystone Conference in Harrisburg, PA, and how difficult it can sometimes be for some attendees (returning or first-timers) to be able to "show up" in a more extroverted fashion to get dressed up, meet people, and make connections. The conference can be overwhelming just by the sheer number of attendees and can be daunting as so many sist
250 - Red Light, Green Light, 1-2-3
In this episode, Julie and Savannah chat about an important topic as it applies to gender-expansive men and their cis-female partners or spouses. So many crossdressing men hide in the shadows, revert to closeting their feminine behavior after sharing their queerdom to their partners. When partners are told, so many emotions are felt and so much understanding and support is needed for both parties.
249 - Giving Her Permission
In this episode, Savannah reads a letter to Julie about late-blooming male-to-female crossdresser Olivia who has come to the realization that their feminine side might want to create a wish list for herself. The idea of giving herself permission to want something for her feminine side is new and seemingly a novel concept. Is this typical for a late-blooming CD? Is it too near adjacent to the Pink
248 - From Belgium, With Love
In this episode, Savannah reads two wonderful email letters to Julie. Recently, Savannah received a correspondence from a bi-gender MTF girlie named Jennifer who hails from Belgium! The content is so poignant and powerful that a summary here could never do it justice! Listen in for an eloquent pair of letters from a gender-expansive person coming to love themselves, share with their family, and fi
247 - A Life's Journey (Part 2)
In this second of two episodes, Julie asks Savannah about the journey she and other gender-expansive persons have experienced from a tender age of 5-years-old, to the draw to the feminine, to the resulting shame and guilt one might experience during their secretive discovery of self, to accepting and fianlly becoming expansive in a still-gender-rigid world. Savannah and Julie talk frankly and emot
246 - A Life's Journey (Part 1)
In this first of two episodes, Julie asks Savannah about the journey she and other gender-expansive persons have experienced from a tender age of 5-years-old, to the draw to the feminine, to the resulting shame and guilt one might experience during their secretive discovery of self, to accepting and fianlly becoming expansive in a still-gender-rigid world. Savannah and Julie talk frankly and emoti
245 - Spouse's Softer Sides
In this episode, Savannah chats with Julie about cis-female and gender-expansive MTF boyfriends or husbands where the genetic woman of the relationship prefers their male partner's feminine identity in many ways over when the male partner is presenting in his own AGAB biology. Why is it that so many gender-expansive partners exhibit personality traits that are more attractive to their partners tha
244 - Outside Perspectives
In this episode, Savannah chats with Nicole and asks her outside perspective of the Boooos Crawl that they, plus friends Victoria and Ramien , enjoyed during an epic Halloween weekend in Atlanta! From getting recognized in the iconic yellow Belle gown (Beauty and the Beast) to a second gasp at the Beast's severed head roped at her side, to an awkward 'You're a dude' moment, to meet
243 - Beauty and the Beast
In this episode, Savannah and Julie talk about Savannah's month-long experience with a rush of body positivity, gender euphoria, and a more positive outlook on her femme life as of late. From some weight loss making the clothes feel and look better, to sources of external support, some renewed internal self-worth validation, and great rewarding events, Savannah has been harnessing all the posi
242 - Media Attention
In this episode, Savannah gushes to Julie about the various streaming shows and series she is watching. From Netflix's 'Wayward' to 'K-Pop Demon Hunters', to Amazon Prime's 'Gen V', Savannah and Julie talk about how evolved 'queer-coded' storytelling has become over the years. From a transman being a character in a story where their gender identification has nothing to do with the series, to takin
241 - Protect Guys and Dolls
In this episode, Julie tells Savannah about a social media post she make for "Protect the Dolls" and a comment that made her take the post down and re-evaluate what was most appropriate and most inclusive. While protecting the beautiful, young and passable "dolls" is a just cause, there are many who feel they are old, clockable "bricks" that do not fall under the same
240 - Mental Health Will Drive You Mad
In this episode, Savannah shares with Julie her growing fear and concern about the state of the American social and political fronts as it applies to multitudes of gender-expansive people, their families, and LGBTQ+ allies. When outspoken opponents call for institutionalization of people in the trans or gay communities as mentally ill, it takes fortitude and resilience to continue to show up in th
239 - Size Is A Number
In this episode, Julie tells Savannah all about the fallacies of women's fashion and how the sizing conventions between all the various online, retail, and high-end fashion designers seldom have a universal standard. Trying on a LARGE for one designer may seem like a size 10, but can also be an ego killer. Conversely, our existing women's fashion sizing ego can also cause us emotional stre
238 - Manifesting Joy
In this episode, Savannah comes to the mic solo as Julie is away in southern California at an event. She shares her concern for losing joy for embodying Savannah at a time where she is also feeling great joy creating a character design for Halloween, and reconciling the feelings and emotions in between. Savannah also touches on a personal battle with body dysphoria and a surprising shift to body p
237 - Finding Your Identity
In this episode, Julie shared with Savannah the grand opening of Fox and Hanger's newest program, Ginger's Closet! Ginger’s Closet was created to bring style, joy, and affirmation to trans folks who may not have the means to purchase a Lookbook on their own. It anonymously connects transgender individuals in need of style guidance and gender-affirming care with allies who want to help. Go
236 - Gender Fender Benders
In this episode, Savannah tells Julie about a close friend who just happened to go to the mall and get into a traffic collision in the process. Of course, fender benders happen every day. This time, though, this friend just happened to be dressed enfemme! What happens when a gender expansive person is faced with a car accident where their identity and identification may be called into question? Ho
235 - SO Alter Egos
In this episode, Savannah regales Julie with a true story of several significant others of gender expansive husbands who just want to be more involved and be able to share more in the experiences they enjoyed together.But, how does a spouse both share conversation and pictures from a all-femme outing when they still want to protect hemselves and their partner through their already-existing CIS soc
234 - I Came, I Saw, I Accessorized (part 2)
In this second of two episodes, Julie wants to talk to Savannah about the accessories that help in a successful feminine presentation. Julie is so excited by the topic that she brings and discussed her own top three accessories she uses in her own presentation! Listen now to find out what accessories Julie brought, and see if you can guess which accessories they are! And find out from the red-head
233 - I Came, I Saw, I Accessorized (part 1)
In this first of two episodes, Julie wants to talk to Savannah about the accessories that help in a successful feminine presentation. Julie is so excited by the topic that she asks Savannah to actually bring the top three accessories she uses in her own presentation! Listen now to find out what accessories Savannah brought, and see if you can guess which accessories they are!-----SAVANNAH HAUK is
232 - Baby Trans, doo, doo, doo, doo, doo, doo
In this episode, Julie is ravenous to talk to Savannah about the term and meaning of being a trans egg. Also called being a “baby trans”, cracking open your egg is akin to finally recognizing and accepting your gender expansiveness in whatever way you were meant to show up in the world. The term can be both positive and negative, most notably when others start telling you that you are going to cra
231 - Creative Endeavors
In this episode, Savannah finally offers proof that she has been writing a Young Adult book series since October 2019! As the final edits and creative efforts to get the project across the finish line are still ongoing ... and seemingly never ending in and of itself ... the project is so close to being completed. Enjoy the first chapter of the prologue from the first book in the Nix Series, Nix -
230 - Hotties In Atlanta Part 2
In this second of new episode, Savannah doesn't have Julie to kick around this week, so she enlists her Atlanta "hostesses with the mostess" to come on air. Jolene is a fairly recent addition to the queer, gender-expansive community. She and her wife, Nicole, have been married for years, with grown kids, and a now empty-nesting home. What happens when the kids go live their own lives
229 - Hotties in Atlanta Part 1
In this episode, Savannah doesn't have Julie to kick around this week, so she enlists her Atlanta "hostesses with the mostess" to come on air. Jolene is a fairly recent addition to the queer, gender-expansive community. She and her wife, Nicole, have been married for years, with grown kids, and a now empty-nesting home. What happens when the kids go live their own lives and a laundry SNAFU sends a
228 - Authentic Authenticity
In this episode, Savannah asks Julie something important. She asks her cohost the pressing question of, "How do you know when your authenticity is actually authentic?" With so many concerned conservatives telling us our kids are all becoming queer because its a fad and trendy, or so many of us blindly believing that we must follow a certain avenue of gender expansiveness based on what ot
227 - Crossing the Troll Bridge
In this episode, Savannah regales Julie with a treacherous tale of intrigue and existential crisis that all stemmed from the want to help an up-and-coming fellow podcaster. When Savannah reads a post from a local Facebook community group in her hometown concerning another local resident looking to start an LGBT+ podcast, Savannah struggles with whether to reply privately or publicly, then struggle
226 - CISter Sisters
In this episode, Julie discusses with Savannah the topic of the importance of biological CIS-female friends for gender-expansive people. The conversation starts with insecurities from trolling negative comments playing a key part in taking down a social media post about the topic, followed by a multi-faceted conversation in-air about the sense of safety and belonging that biological female friends
225 - LARP in Cincinnati
In this episode, Savannah shares with Julie the fact that her friends, when in town for the weekend, asked if all the male-to-female crossdressers in the room could be considered LARPers. Live Action Role Players embody fantasy and sci/fi characters of their own creation, coming together as a community to "live" out their fantasy realm in real life ... whether that be as a convention cen
224 - The High Road Sucks Sometimes
In this episode, Savannah asks Julie whether its fair that marginalized groups should need to hold themselves to a higher standard of empathy and social expectations in the face of a society that prefers to attack and marginalize those groups? In a just world, no — it is not fair.Marginalized groups should not have to hold themselves to a higher standard of empathy or moral behavior than those who
223 - Sharing the Limelight
In this episode, Julie shares with Savannah a recent client experience that highlighted the need for the trans-expansive partner to always remember their significant one while they, themselves, are going through their own journey of discovery. Julie and Savannah discuss what its like for partners to feel left out and left behind, all the time knowing that each partner can feel seen and heard in ta
222 - Autogynephilia, Roll Out!
In this episode, Julie and Savannah discuss a topic that a couple listeners and fans have been asking about ... autogynephilia. Popularized as a theory by Ray Blanchard in the 1980s and 1990s, this paraphilia is based on the idea that heterosexual transexuals want to transition to the female gender because they are aroused by the notion of being female. While this paraphilia persists even today, t
221- The Wayback Machine
In this episode, Julie and Savannah dig deep into the archives to read aloud a transcript that was supposed to the blogging project that they had decided to embark on. What started off as a Facebook messenger text string conversation turn website blog post did finally turn into the pivoting and pursuit of creating a more enriched podcast together. Check out our duo's more than humble beginnings!--
220 - What's In The Box?!
In this episode, Savannah brings up the concept of defining people by a mental projection of a box with a label on it. Stemming from both a conversation with her therapist and from her TEDX Emory talk, "13 Milliseconds: First Impressions of Gender Expression", the idea that people instantly create an opinion of others based on what they know about somebody based on descriptors or how they present
219 - No Choice in the Matter
In this episode, Savannah and Julie pull a meme from the interwebs that asks the question of whether crossing is a choice while being transgender is not a choice. Our hosts weigh in about the hardships both categories of folx endure and the efforts it takes to embody one's truest self beyond societal norms. At the end of the day, in both cases, while the pursuing one's authenticity may be a choice
218 - Feminine Objectification (part 2)
In this second of two episodes, Savannah and Julie continue to discuss the same topic! After the March excitement of the 2025 Keystone Conference in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, our cohosts delve deeper into a question that was brought up during Savannah's workshop, "Why might a cis-gender female partner think that their crossdressing counterpart is objectifying womanhood and femininity when
217 - Feminine Objectification (part 1)
In this episode, Savannah and Julie want to discuss the same topic! After the March excitement of the 2025 Keystone Conference in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, our cohosts delve deeper into a question that was brought up during Savannah's workshop, "Why might a cis-gender female partner think that their crossdressing counterpart is objectifying womanhood and femininity when they dress up as a female"?
216 - In For a Big Surprise
In this episode, Julie and Savannah discuss more in depth the event known as the 2025 Keystone Conference! From what to pack to what to see, and from where to search for your friends to where to meet new people, Julie Spills the Tea about the conference like never before!-----SAVANNAH HAUK is the author of “Living with Crossdressing: Defining a New Normal” and “Living with Crossdressing: Discoveri
215 - Body Language
In this episode, Julie asks Savannah to chat about body language for the male-to-female gender expansive person. From the way we walk and talk to the way we eat and use our hands, adopting and perfecting a feminine demeanor in public is a critical component for so many of us. Also, Julie and Savannah talk about generational feminine stereotypes ands how to emulate the established feminine manneris
214 - Being "Super" Human
In this episode, Savannah talks to Julie about the intersectionality of a crossdresser's understanding of their feminine Identity against a cosplayer's feminine presentation of a known character meant as a homage to that character. This dynamic duo gear up, set batteries to power, turbines to speed, and discuss the similarities and differences between embodying one's own inherent femin
213 - Inner Divas
In this episode, Julie reads Savannah a comment from a listener who speaks to their inner feminine child, finally accepting and embracing that little girl, and vowing to walk hand in hand together as they navigate the future. Savannah and Julie discuss the fundamentals of inner chid work, the importance of professional therapy, and how that work is both similar and different from cis-folks' re
212 - Organic v Traumatic
In this episode, Savannah asks Julie to chat about what drives male-to-female crossdressers to adopt a feminine presentation. What was the spark that initially led to the first and, ultimately, ongoing experiences of femdom? Did the thoughts come from a natural subconscious space or were there extenuating circumstances that conditioned the body to use femininity as a suit of armor against certain
211 - Sensory Joy
In this episode, Julie talks to Savannah about the more sensory components of dressing enfemme. From the feel of silk, satin, leather, and lace, to teh compression of bodycon dresses and shapewear, to the scent of makeup and perfume, to the taste of lipgloss, and to the sound of dangling jewelry, the swish of stockings, and the click of heels, the experience of feminine dressing is a full sensory
210 - Truth in Authenticity
In this episode, Savannah asks Julie what the benefits are when a person gains self-acceptance of their gender diversity. From self-confidence to self-awareness, to a better understanding of owns moral code and a newfound capacity for empathy and compassion for others, accepting our authenticity and truth of who we are inside goes a long way to creating a more robust and resilient human being!
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209 - Why Ask Why
In this episode, Savannah asks Julie the most pertinent question you can ask another human being ... 'Why'? Why do men have a need to present in a feminine way? Why must they continue to go against their masculine biology? The act of asking questions that start with 'why' tend to come across as judgmental or critical. When it comes to the art of crossdressing and of being gender di
208 - Best Kept Secrets
In this episode, Savannah reads a subReddit excerpt to Julie, outlining a Significant One's message to the group about their crossdressing partner and asking the group why he still prefers to dress in secret and in private without telling her. Why DO crossdressing men prefer to dress in private, even after their partners show them support? From shame and embarrassment, to protecting the feelin
207 - The Social Contract
In this episode, Julie talks about the California LA wild fires, as well as the new Hateful Conduct policies being employed in 2025 for all META social media products. From the stripping away from hard-fought-for LGBTQIA+ community protections to the end of Facebook third-party fact checking, those in the queer community are facing some fundamental changes that require individuals to make the deci
206 - Sense of Belonging
In this episode, Savannah reads a Quora.com posting to Julie. entitled, "For us crossdressers, would we be considered LGBTQ?". The comments to the posts ranged from a resounding "Yes!" to an absolute "No!" Savannah and Julie dig in to discuss where crossdressers belong and how, in reality, nobody can tell you who you are ... that decision is wholly reserved for you to make!
Links: https://www.quor
205 - Avenging Angel
In this episode, Savannah tells Julie a little ole story of a heroine who saves a feminine damsel in distress when said damsel is caught at Starbucks dressed as Savannah by a patron who only knew Savannah in male-mode! Witness an avenging guardian angel who swoops in to save her from that uncomfortable situation! What happens next? Listen in to find out!
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SAVANNAH HAUK is the author of “Livin
204 - Shine Bright Like A Diamond
In this episode, Julie asks Savannah about how to find positivity in one's femininity in a time when the world seems bleak. What can be done when one loses their sparkle and the want to dress? Julie and Savannah discuss some of the ways Savannah has overcome those challenges, and offer a number of ways to stay positive, grounded, filled with gratitude, and living in the present.
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203 - Sisterhood of the Traveling Panties
In this episode, Savannah shares her experiences with the wonderful ladies of a recent Atlanta girls' weekend. Part of what Savannah discovered was more confidence to simply be herself around others. Beyond that, she realized that oftentimes, and most amazingly, crossdressing as a woman is just only one of many colorful and delightful commonalities that sisters can share. We come for the crossdres
202- Because of You! A Milestone Celebration (Part 3)
In this third of three episodes, Savannah and Julie celebrate and talk about their journey for the first 200 episodes of The Fox and the Phoenix Podcast. The duo read listener comments about their favorite moments and episodes, and they enjoy shoutouts from lovely listeners.
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SAVANNAH HAUK is the author of “Living with Crossdressing: Defining a New Normal” and “Living with Crossdressing: Disc
201 - Because of You! A Milestone Celebration (Part 2)
In this second of three episodes, Savannah and Julie celebrate and talk about their journey for the first 200 episodes of The Fox and the Phoenix Podcast. They share the top five episodes of the podcast they have a truly personal connection with and enjoy more shoutouts from lovely listeners.
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SAVANNAH HAUK is the author of “Living with Crossdressing: Defining a New Normal” and “Living with C
200 - Because of You! A Milestone Celebration (Part 1)
In this series of three episodes, Savannah and Julie celebrate and talk about their journey for the first 200 episodes of The Fox and the Phoenix Podcast. They countdown the top 10 episodes of the podcast and enjoy shoutouts from lovely listeners.
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SAVANNAH HAUK is the author of “Living with Crossdressing: Defining a New Normal” and “Living with Crossdressing: Discovering your True Identity“.
BONUS - Gobble, Gobble, Y'all - Twice Baked
In this episode, Savannah and Julie take you back to their first podcast Thanksgiving together. From standard classics like lots of laughs and Julie breaking out in song to poor sound quality, poor editing and distracting dogs barking in the background, this episode is a perfect holiday stuffer for your ears and a blast from the past to bare witness to this duo's humble beginnings. While Savannah
A Hiatus and Our Prayers
In this soundbite, Savannah lets all the lovely listeners that the world got in the way of creating content for the show. From hurricanes to Bat Mitzvahs to scheduling issues, sometimes The Fox and the Phoenix Podcasts has to make way for more important and more immediate life events.
Also, as the 200th episode looms, Savannah and Julie would love to hear from the listeners through comments, dire
199 - The High Cost of Living
In this episode, Savannah asks Julie about examples of crossdressing men having to take on additional exchanges when it comes to their gender diversity, from storage units to store their attire to having to lease or rent a completely different residence in order to affect their feminine presentation. When Julie saw the residence as a possible "girls' pad" where the crossdresser can f
198 - Tuck, Tuck, Goose
In this episode, Savannah asks Julie the question, "To tuck, or not to tuck. That is the question." For years, tucking our maleness so that we can affect a smooth front area has been paramount. There are gaffs, compression undies, tape, and various methods for achieving a smooth crotch ... from mild to wild. Do we need to tuck? Some clothes require it to avoid distraction and to provide
197 - Family Matters
In this episode, Julie reads Savannah a letter from a listener who asks the duo to discuss the dynamics and possible resources for a gender diverse husband who partially shares their femininity with their wife and young children. What might the family be thinking? What resources are out there to help in the 'transition' from fully masculine husband to sometimes feminized spouse? How can on
196 - Chasing Unicorns
In this episode, Savannah asks Julie "why do we hunt for unicorns" for partners. Why do we assume that because we crossdress it would take a special woman or partner to love us unconditionally? The label of being a rare and mythical creature in this regard seems to be both a compliment and an insult at the same time. By assuming that it would take a 'unicorn' to love us, we are s
195 - Panty Raid
In this episode, Savannah tells Julie about trying on a pair of sexy panties. In this story, Savannah was suddenly caught in the throes of shame, self0doubt, lack of confidence, fear of judgment, and putting those panties back in the drawer in favor of something more basic. What happens when long-forgotten experiences from earlier in the relationship reverts to a sudden attack of PTSD? In this cas
194 - The Case of the Sparkly Denim Jacket
In this episode, Julie brings a recent event to Savannah and to the conversation. While on a shopping trip, a sparkly denim jacket called out to Julie several times, but she hesitated to commit to the purchase. After some internal dialogue, she decided to buy it. Instead of worrying about what others may think or say about the jacket to be worn at a teachers' event, and instead of worrying abo
193 - Going for Gold
In this episode, Savannah and Julie talk about the 2024 Paris Olympics and the social media mania and outcry about its opening ceremonies, the Turkish shootist Yusef Dikeç, and the insane amount of animosity aimed toward Algerian female boxer, Imane Khelif. From being labeled transgender and unfit to compete with the other women boxers, to rehashing a previous IBA decision to disqualify her for al
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