Gender Spiral with Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas
Gender Spiral is an award-winning podcast about queer people's relationship to gender. Hosts Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas interview trans and queer guests about their reinventions and evolutions, exploring how these journeys are not always linear. The show is produced by Audiation as an original series.
Episodes
Inspiring Joy and Justice (w/ Dr. Charlie Amáyá Scott)
Dr. Amáyá, who you may know from her social media @dineaesthetics, talks about how gender was discussed growing up in the Navajo Nation and why your experience of gender is informed by the language you have to describe it. Support Dr. Amáyá directly by Venmoing her, and by following her work on social media and on her website dineaesthetics.com. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender
Gender is a Performance (w/ Jibz Cameron)
Performance artist (NOT clown) Jibz Cameron, who hosts LA's famed variety show "Weirdo Night" as her alter ego "Dynasty Handbag," caricaturizes gender and systemic issues through her larger-than-life characters. She also examines her own past and relationships with her parents in her memoir "Hell in a Handbasket." Trigger warnings: Around 11:20-11:43: Parental death, assault, stalking Around 14:1
Body Fascism (w/ Da'Shaun L. Harrison)
Author and trans theorist Da'Shaun L. Harrison walks us through why cultural views of the fatness, race and gender are all intricately interconnected, and how certain standards for the body are enforced in times of fascism. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Check out Da'Shaun on Instagram.
Trans Agnostic Reactionary Liberals (w/ Andrea Long Chu)
Pulitzer-prize winning critic Andrea Long Chu (New York Magazine, books: Females, Authority) lobbys for a new term for centrist TERFs who are neither right-wing nor leftist. She also explains how gender is a filter through which her work is written, and why criticism isn't necessarily "mean." Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of
Men Who Think I Am One of Them Speak (w/ Stacey Waite)
Poet and professor Stacey Waite is staying in Nebraska, and examining masculinity as they raise their son. Get Stacey's Lambda-nomiated book A Real Man Would Have a Gun. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Listen to this episode ad-free, watch the video version, and access other perks on our
Everyone Needs Gender Liberation (w/ Raquel Willis)
Activist and writer Raquel Willis tells us why we can't lose focus on intersectionality in the gender liberation movement. Plus, she talks about recording her experience of growing up Black and trans in a Catholic southern family in a memoir at the ripe age of 33. TRIGGER WARNINGS: death of a parent, suicide, grief Learn more about Raquel and her work at raquelwillis.com. Follow her on Instagram,
Black Trans Masculine Experience (w/ TYGAPAW)
From their all-girls school growing up in Jamaica, to the international customs kiosk, to their Carribean neighborhood in NYC, DJ TYGAPAW (aka Dion) examines moving through the world now passing as a man versus their former experience of Black womanhood. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Th
HRT After Menopause (w/ Cuthwulf Eileen Myles)
Poet and novelist Cuthwulf Eileen Myles (Chelsea Girls, An American Poem, Working Life) debuts a new name - and haircut - in a conversation about transitioning in their 70s, their "butch straight" mother and "definitely queer" father, and the influence of death, sobriety and a working class childhood on their writing. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explor
Gender Spiral is BACK! Season 4 Coming Soon
Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas are kicking of another season of spiraling featuring all new interviews with trans and queer people from across the gender spectrum. Hear from poet Eileen Myles, activist Raquel Willis, electronic musician Tyga Paw, critic Andrea Long Chu, performance artist Jibz Cameron, writer and theorist Da'Shaun L. Harrison, and many more as we continue on our quest to explor
Gender Spiral LIVE at University of Pittsburgh!
In March, we got to close out UPitt's Pride week with a special live show! It was a blast talking to students, answering their questions, and reflecting on how Gender Spiral has grown over the past 3 seasons. You might say we were on fire- so much so that there may have been an incident involving a fire alarm about halfway through... Stay tuned- season 4 begins very soon! Hosted by Ally Beardsley
Season 3 Highlights (w/ Ally & Babette)
It's been a month since season 3 ended, so we decided to catch up and reflect! Here are some of our favorite moments from this season, plus an update on what's going on in our own lives. Here are the clips you heard in this episode (in order): Ericka Hart & Ebony Donnelly, "Parenting on Purpose" Kamra Hakim, "Community Care in the Catskills" Cass Adair, "A Baby? In This Economy?" Judith Butler, "
Kiki (and Bouba) with Ally & Babette
Happy New Year! We took some time to catch up with each other, look back on season 3, and discuss Sandra Bullock's secret lesbian club (and Heated Rivalry, ofc). We also responded to some listener voicemails! Thanks for spiraling with us in 2025! Season 3 was our biggest season yet, but we've got so much more spiraling to do in 2026. Stay tuned! Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender
Judith Butler Talks About Their Gender (w/ Judith Butler)
The legendary gender philosopher and scholar Judith Butler tells us about their personal relationship to non-binary identity. They also provide insight on the global rise of anti-trans ideology, the subject of their 2024 book "Who's Afraid of Gender?" Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Subs
There is No Solo Future (w/ J Wortham)
What are the practical skills you need to survive the apocalypse? Writer, podcast host, culture afficionado, and reiki practioner J Wortham has done the research (and watched a lot of Survivor). J shares what they learned during their survivalism crash-course on a remote island in Mexico, tells us about their reiki and breathwork practices, and examines why dissasociation might not always be a bad
Suing the Government (w/ Zander Schlacter)
Artist Zander Schlacter and his lawyer Carl Charles from Lambda Legal explain the effects of the Tr*mp administration's executive order barring trans folks from obtaining passports with their correct gender markers, and why Zander is suing the US State Department about it. For more information about Zander's case, visit lambdalegal.org. Find Zander on Instagram @zanderschlacter, and check out the
Transitions and Tattoos (w/ Eoin McGraw)
You might already know Eoin from our live show in Chicago this past May, but you're about to get to know him even better! Before the show that day, we got a chance to talk with him in-depth about the world of powerlifting, having a cis identical twin, and why for Eoin, tattooing, sexuality and gender are all intricately connected. Then, we got tatted! Find Eoin on Instagram @eoin_mcgraw and book a
The Revolution Will Be Self-Published (w/ Sasha Fuentes)
The multi-talented Sasha Fuentes tells us about developing his queer archival practice, collecting vintage gay p*rn, and the importance of print media in the age of digital censorship. And stick around to the end of the episode: our very special season finale guest, the legendary Judith Butler(!), joins in to discuss bridging intergenerational differences within the queer community. Follow Sasha o
Community Care in the Catskills (w/ Kamra Hakim)
Everyone wants to run away from society and build a queer homestead with their polycule, but what does it actually take to make that happen? We talk to artist and organizer Kamra Hakim about the land they bought in upstate New York, the artist residency/community space they created on it, and why conflict management is actually the most important skill in an off-grid queer community (besides knowi
My Best Trans Wedding (w/ Rose Dommu)
Twitter-queen-turned-fiction-novelist Rose Dommu talks about her new book Best Woman: a family drama Trojan-horsed into a rom-com loosely based on Rose's personal experiences. We also get her opinions about DIY hormone cocktails, bleaching your way out of a crisis, and what Fire Island is really like for trans folks. Best Woman is out NOW! Get your copy at a local bookstore or on Bookshop.org! You
Gender Spiral LIVE in Chicago! (Night 2 w/ Irregular Girl & Mari De La Rua AKA Stephanie)
Missed us in Chicago? NEVER FEAR, THE RECORDING IS HERE! Two Chicago drag ICONS joined us for night 2 of our weekend at iO Theater in May. Irregular Girl and Mari De La Rua (AKA Stephanie) tell us about being in a drag family, how drag informed their gender identities, and why drag would suck without trans women. Find our incredible guests on Instagram @imirregulargirl and @dragmestephanie Hosted
A Baby? In This Economy? (w/ Cass Adair)
We're continuing the thread on trans & queer parents in a conversation with scholar, writer, audio producer Cassius (Cass) Adair. He tells us about transitioning in the early days of Tumblr, getting baby fever in his late 20s, and the nitty-gritty of pregnancy and parenting as a trans dad in Minnesota. Check out Cass's work at his website cassiusadair.com. There, you can find links to his writing,
The Strongest Woman in the World (w/ Marley Gotterer)
While recovering from surgery, comedian Marley Gotterer (who you probably already know from TikTok and Insta reels) made time to tell us about getting facial feminization (FFS) and chat about her love of sports, how she got to run social media for Cardi B, and lifting twinks live on stage. Check out Marley's work and get notified about her upcoming shows on her Instagram(s) @marleyismarley and @tr
Lou Sullivan and The Pink Butt Book (w/ Zach Ozma & Ellis Martin)
Lou Sullivan, arguably one of the first out gay trans men, kept diaries from age 11 until his death in 1991. Decades later, Zach Ozma and Ellis Martin compiled those diaries into "We Both Laughed in Pleasure" (aka the Pink Butt Book) which tells the story of Lou's full, freaky, fascinating life. Zach and Ellis talk to us about painstakingly parsing through Lou's Catholic school cursive and learnin
Gender Spiral LIVE in Chicago! (Night 1 w/ Lynzo the Heartthrob & Eoin McGraw)
Missed us in Chicago? NEVER FEAR, THE RECORDING IS HERE! On night one of our two-night extravaganza at iO Theater in May, Ally and Babette were joined by drag artist/DJ/rapper Lynzo the Heartthrob and tattoo artist/overall lovely human being Eoin McGraw for a hilarious and thoughtful convo. Then, they answer some audience questions! Stay tuned- night two will be posted soon exclusively on our Patr
Money Sucks -And- You Can Do It (w/ River Nice)
Is it possible to get out of my mountain of credit card debt? How do I budget for mutual aid? Should I be buying stocks? What even IS life insurance?! Anti-capitalist financial planner River Nice answers these questions and more, and Babette and Ally learn a thing or two about financial literacy. Find River on Instagram @financewithriver and check out their financial literacy programs, free budget
Gender Spiral Season 3 Trailer
Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world.
Parenting on Purpose (w/ Ericka Hart & Ebony Donnelly)
Ericka Hart and and Ebony Donnelly are partners in love and podcasting, and co-parents to a toddler. We asked them to share their queer & trans pregnancy story, and give Ally some parenting pointers! Check out their podcast Hoodrat to Headwrap: A Decolonized Podcast and find Ericka and their other work as a speaker and sex educator on Instagram @ihartericka. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Th
Stream of Consciousness Chat w/ Ally & Babette
A little bonus episode just to check in! More new season 3 interviews rolling out next week, and biweekly after that. And check us out at patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast for more bonus content like this! Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Subscribe/follow to get notified when we post new epi
The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson (w/ Tourmaline)
Artist, activist and author (and swimsuit designer!?) Tourmaline kicks off Season 3 of the podcast with a conversation about her connection to Marsha P. Johnson that led to multiple artworks and two recent books. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Find Tourmaline on Instagram @tourmaliiine,
Reflecting on our Second Season of Spiraling (feat. YOU!)
Babette and Ally take a look back on some highlights from season 2 of the podcast. We also hear some voicemails from listeners who tell us what queer media means to them. Thanks to our guests from season 2 featured in this episode (in order): Bay Davis, River Ramirez, Honey Pluton, Daria Lourd, Massima Bell & Dust Reid, Thomas Page McBee, Halo Perez-Gallardo, Pascal Stevenson, Alima Lee, Alys Auro
What Makes a Haircut Queer? (w/ Alys Aurora)
Brooklyn-based hairstylist Alys Aurora of Studio Botanicum helps us answer questions like: Is there such thing as a queer haircut that isn't a mullet? How can a haircut help affirm your presentation? What does "queer" hair look like for folks with textured/kinky hair? Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our
TransLash Podcast with Imara Jones: Gender Without Boundaries
If you love Gender Spiral, you'll also love the TransLash Podcast with Imara Jones! Check out this featured episode (originally released on June 6, 2024) then go on over to the TransLash feed and binge the rest of their catalogue, starting with the latest episode "Trans Comedy as Resistance" featuring our own Ally Beardsley! "Imara Jones first made an impact in a 2018 online docuseries about her t
Anxiously Pulling Tarot (w/ Honey Pluton)
In a hilarious and chaotic episode, comedian Honey Pluton talks the "they/them to he/him pipeline," French parents, and the derogatory C-word (customer). Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Find Honey on Instagram @honeypluton for info on his upcoming show dates. Also, listen to Honey's podca
Gluten Intolerance & Building Queer Families (A New Year's Minisode)
Babette and Ally do a little stream-of-conciousness reflecting on 2024. Thank you for spiraling with us all year! A new full episode will be out next Tuesday, 1/7/25. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Follow Gender Spiral on Instagram and TikTok, and support us at patreon.com/GenderSpiralPo
Fashion Club (w/ Pascal Stevenson)
Musician Pascal Stevenson aka Fashion Club talks to us about writing her first album since transitioning, how getting sober helped her come out, and her taste in, well, fashion. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. The new Fashion Club album "A Love You Cannot Shake" is out now. Follow Pascal
Trans People are a Reflection of Nature (w/ Massima Bell & Dust Reid)
Dust Reid and Massima Bell are the producers of the new album TRANSA, "a spiritual journey celebrating trans people." They talked to Ally and Babette about creating the album, compiling both covers and new work, and working with artists like Hunter Schafer and Sade. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gender
The Revolution is Horny (w/ Nori Reed)
Ally & Babette get into some post-election catharsis, then our guest Nori Reed provides some much-needed laughter as she shares stories about growing into herself as both a trans woman and comedian. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Find Nori Reed on Instagram @norireed Follow Gender Spiral
All About Trans Surgeries (w/ Kayla McLaughlin)
Content Warning (genital anatomy, surgeries). This is part 2 of 2 episodes where we get the answers to some FAQs about medical transition from medical professionals. In this episode Kayla McLaughlin, a Physician Assistant and surgery education liaison, gets into nitty-gritty details about trans surgeries and what it looks like to get one, especially bottom surgeries like vaginoplasty and phallopla
All About HRT (w/ Dr. Crystal Beal)
TRIGGER WARNING (anti-trans healthcare bans, suicide, death threats): 8:52-10:22 This is part 1 of 2 episodes where we get the answers to some FAQs about medical transition from medical professionals. In this episode, Dr. Crystal Beal (founder of Queer Doc) tells us all about hormone replacement therapy (HRT), how it's prescribed, and all the various ways it can help folks reach their transition g
Being Trans on the Internet (w/ Charlotte McDonnell)
Twitch streamer and YouTube star Charlotte McDonnell joins us to talk about digital footprint as a Trans Person on the Internet™, how taking a break from YouTube helped her get in touch with herself, and which video games are the most trans-coded. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Find Char
Radicalizing the Rave (w/ Alima Lee)
Artist and DJ Alima Lee talks about claiming Black femininity as a nonbinary person, how DJing helps with social anxiety, and how we can make club culture more accessible and equitable. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Check out Alima Lee on their Instagram @alima_lee and website Follow us
Gender Spiral LIVE at the Bell House (w/ Honey Pluton, Rose Dommu, Cherry Jaymes, & River Ramirez)
We had a blast with Honey Pluton, Rose Dommu, Cherry Jaymes and River Ramirez at The Bell House in Brooklyn, NY for our first East Coast live show! We talked all about our gender journeys, the trans community in New York, and sharing HRT on the Coney Island Ferris Wheel. Thanks to everyone who came out! Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern exp
Bonus Episode: Q&A w/ Ally & Babette
It's a busy week at Gender Spiral HQ prepping for our live show at The Bell House in NYC on 8/29/24 (grab the last few tickets HERE before they sell out!). Although we don't have a regular episode for you this week, we hope you'll enjoy a sneak peak of the Q&A we recorded on Discord last year. Check out the full Q&A in video and audio form at patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast ($5 tier and up)! Foll
Pisces are Psychic (w/ Alice Sparkly Kat)
Astrologer and writer Alice Sparkly Kat tells us about coming out to their Chinese family, how gender manifests in the planets, and why queer people like astrology so much. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Check out Alice's writing and other work at alicesparklykat.com. Follow us on Insta
Dance Music is a Queer Safe Space (w/ Daria Lourd)
DJ Daria Lourd (Bored Lord) tells us about her musical background growing up in Memphis, how rave culture helped her explore her gender, and what lesbian signaling looks like as a trans woman (hint: caribeaners help). Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Check out Daria's work via her Instagra
Interdisciplinary Furby (w/ River Ramirez)
Multi-talented artist and hilarious human River Ramirez joins us for a chat about their journey to androgyny, the intersection of activism and self-care, and the Christian rock band "Underoath." Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Check out River's EP "Giving," their substack "River's World,
Thinking Outside the "Man Box" (w/ Thomas Page McBee)
Writer Thomas Page McBee shares about his personal and professional journey examining and reimagining masculinity. Content warning for gun violence at timecodes 28:48 to 31:36. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Check out Thomas' work at his website: https://www.thomaspagemcbee.com/ Check o
The Sands of Time (w/ Halo Perez-Gallardo)
Gender Spiral TIME TRAVEL EDITION! Chef and restauranteur Halo Perez-Gallardo of Lil' Deb's Oasis in Hudson, NY talks to Ally about emotion, evolution, and good eats as they reflect on clips from the first time Ally interviewed them in 2020. Follow Lil' Deb's Oasis on Instagram Check out "Please Wait to Be Tasted: The Lil' Deb's Oasis Cookbook" Follow Gender Spiral on Instagram and TikTok Support
Baddies Who Go to Church (w/ Bay Davis)
Our first episode of season 2(!) features a chat with poet, artist, model, and overall incredible human Bay Davis about Brujería, burnout, and building a new relationship with herself through spirituality. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Learn more about: Labor Community Strategy Center a
Gender Spiral Season 1 Starter Pack
Babette and Ally reflect on Season 1 of Gender Spiral and listen to some highlights from past episodes. Thanks for spiraling with us! Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast Follow us on Instagram and TikTok genderspiralpod.com audiation.fm
Making Podcasts for Trans People (w/ Tuck Woodstock)
On a special gender-podcast crossover episode, Tuck Woodstock talks hosting their podcast Gender Reveal, creating Trans Day of Snacks, and naming themself after a Montana-based beer brand. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast Find Gender
Trans Hirstory (w/ Chris Vargas and David Frantz)
Artist Chris Vargas and curator David Frantz of the Museum of Trans Hirstory and Art (MOTHA) talk LGBTQ archives, John Waters, and their new book, "Trans Hirstory in 99 Objects." Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast Preorder "Trans Hirsto
Coveralls and Clicky Shoes (w/ Jazmine Green)
Audio documentarian and artist Jazmine Green talks workwear, exploring her gender through audio, and what makes a sound queer. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast Find Jazmine on Instagram and her website Follow Gender Spiral on Instagram
Queer Friendship (w/ Chris Renfro)
Actor Chris Renfro talks about feeling gender-fluid, binary "non-binary" roles in Hollywood, and their Gen Z bestie. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast Find Chris on Instagram and their website, and set a reminder to check out their upco
F*ggot Renaissance (w/ James Tom)
Comedian James Tom figures out their pronouns, talks the art of the 35-minute Grindr hookup, and shares about naviagating Hollywood as a transmasc twink. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast Find James on Instagram and Twitter. Follow Gen
The Masc is In Your Brain, B*tch (w/ Jordan Underwood)
Model Jordan Underwood talks confusing cat-callers, their alter ego Debbie, and what fat liberation could look like within the transmasc community. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast Find Jordan on Instagram Follow Gender Spiral on Insta
Dungeons ;) Dragons and Drag (w/ Vico Ortiz)
Vico Ortiz (Our Flag Means Death) talks polyamory, exploring gender through drag, and the many skins they shed during the pandemic. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast Find Vico on Instagram and TikTok Follow Gender Spiral on Instagram an
"My Kid Sees Me" (w/ Asher Pandjiris)
Content warning for eating disorders from 21:50-22:59 and from 24:52 to 30:08. This week, psychotherapist Asher Pandjiris talks growing up as a tomboy and their relationship to masculinity, parenting as a nonbinary person, and mental health hurdles that often overlap with gender dysphoria. Article: "Unpacking 'gender exploratory therapy,' a new form of conversion therapy" Hosted by Ally Beardsley
Pirates, Vikings and Skateboarders (w/ Liv Hewson)
Actor Liv Hewson (Yellowjackets, Santa Clarita Diet) talks their journey to top surgery, their queer literature recommendations, and Sam Reid in Interview with the Vampire. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast Follow Gender Spiral on Insta
Grief Barbie (w/ Amie Morrison)
This week, musician and friend of the show Amie Morrison talks transitioning in her 30s, how her marriage blossomed into a queer relationship, and exploring gender variance with her late best friend. Content warning: suicide and grief at 21:45-31:00 and 36:35-38:05. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gender
Unmasking and re-MASCing (w/ Dr. Devon Price)
Fresh out of top surgery, author Dr. Devon Price ("Unmasking Autism," "Laziness Does Not Exist") talks coming out as trans and autistic, the unsettling feeling of gender "success" and why autistic folks are more likely to be out as queer and trans. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support
I'm Not "a Queer BIPOC" (w/ Brontez Purnell)
Writer and dancer Brontez Purnell tells us about his ill-fated pact with the sacred masculine, finding divine femininity in dance, and how gentrification and lack of knee cartilage have affected his love life. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiral
"I'm Just a Woman" (w/ Roberta Colindrez)
Roberta Colindrez (A League of Their Own, Vida, Fun Home) talks "Romy and Michele" skirts, getting they/them'd in a Target, and predicting that Ricky Martin was gay. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiralPodcast Follow Gender Spiral on Instagram an
Aggressively Feminine (w/ Persephone Valentine)
Persephone Valentine talks drag, five minute gender hacks, and exploring one's gender through D&D and other RPGs. (TW: Disscusion of difficulties surrounding medical transition and gender affirming surgeries.) Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/GenderSpiral
Wait, I Think I'm Trans?? (w/ Jaylind Hamilton)
Babette and Ally chat with artist and nutrition coach Jaylind Hamilton about tatooing, testosterone, and tending chickens. Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a quest to explore the modern experience of being a human in our gendered world. Find Jaylind via thier Linktree Follow Gender Spiral on Instagram and TikTok genderspiralpod.com (not genderspiral.com- thanks for fla
A Liberated Black and Trans Future (w/ maya finoh)
Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, "Gender Spiral" is a new podcast about all things gender. Through interviews with the experts on the topic, trans and queer people, we'll explore what it means to be a human in our gendered world. This week, Babette talks to their old friend and gender mentor maya finoh about cultural work, modeling, and their vision for a liberated future. Find maya on
GENDER SPIRAL LIVE (Feat. Naomi McPherson and E.R. Fightmaster)
Most podcasts don't host a live show until like, season two. But we're not "most podcasts." After releasing our first episode, we threw a launch party and recorded an episode live at The Yard Theater in LA. Thanks to everyone who came out to the show, and a HUGE thanks to our guests Naomi McPherson (MUNA) and E.R. Fightmaster (Grey's Anatomy, Shrill)! Ally, Babette, Naomi and E.R. talk about corpo
Lesbian to T-Guy Pipeline (w/ Jacke Colquitt and River Butcher)
Hosted by Ally Beardsley and Babette Thomas, Gender Spiral is a new podcast about all things gender. Through interviews with the experts on the topic, trans and queer people, we'll explore what it means to be a human in our gendered world. In the pilot episode, Ally and Babette chat about being trans in a steakhouse bathroom, Black Quantum Futurism, and the "lesbian to T-guy express." Featuring in
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