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USA EP04 - Wrasslin' Is Real?!

In this episode of WTT US, Alyssa and Valeriya talk about: Slightly less anti-trans legislation than last episode! SCOTUS and the Idaho trans healthcare ban Libs of TikTok and Planet Fitness bomb threats Oklahoma declares wrestling is real?! References: https://whatthetrans.com/usa-ep04  

EP103 - A Pain in the Cass

On this episode of What the Trans?! Alyx and Ashleigh go over; Problems with GenderGP as highlighted by YouTube's F1nnster. The UK Council for Psychotherapy removing its' signature from the 'Memorandum of Understanding of Conversion Therapy in the UK'. Trans healthcare for young people in the UK and its' many problems, including but not limited to... THE CASS REPORT!! Yes, it's here and it's not very good. We take a look at it, featuring an interview with Dr Cora Sargeant. References...

USA EP03 - Easter Has Fallen

In this episode of WTT US, Alyssa and Valeriya talk about:  Anti-trans legislation, as always! Updates on Nex Benedict Conservatives declaring the end times over TDOV Joe Biden, who owes me $1,000, failing trans people yet again References: https://whatthetrans.com/usa-ep03    

EP102 - The Tribunal & the Telegraph Pole

On this week's episode, Ashleigh and Alyx talk about The bizarre things Doncaster MP Nick Fletcher has said in the House of Commons. A teacher who was fired for refusing to respect a trans student. A judge disciplined for his social media outburst to a trans person. And Alyx talks about her experiences at the recent protest outside the Royal College of General Practitioners. References:  https://whatthetrans.com/ep102/  

USA EP02 - Nex Benedict

In this episode of WTT US, Alyssa and Valeriya talk about: Updates on anti-trans state legislation The tragic death of 16-year-old trans student Nex Benedict The tragic deaths of other trans people in both 2023 and 2024 References: https://whatthetrans.com/usa-ep02 Check our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/asCjUkk  

EP101 - Room 101

Our new episode! Sorry this one is so long (and yes, that's what she said) On this edition, our intrepid hosts talk about: The conversion therapy bill non-debate. The NHS making access to puberty blockers for trans teenagers much more difficult, some might say unethically so... Kier Starmer's unfortunate views on trans women in sport. We go over what the trans community would see banished to Room 101 (the BBC one, not the George Orwell one) Join our Discord! References: https://wha...

USA EP01 - All These Bills and No Change!

In this episode of WTT US, Alyssa and Valeriya talk about: Four nightmarish anti-trans LGBTQ+ bills that have passed in 2024 The insidious leaked WPATH internal forum posts, feat. Evan Urquhart The blessed silver linings of hateful legislation A very special Episode 02 References: https://whatthetrans.com/usa-ep01  

EP100 - The Future of What the Trans?!

On this special edition of What the Trans?! Ashleigh and Alyx go over; The resignation of Victoria McCloud, the UK's only trans judge. House of Lords debate about the proposed education guidance. Liz Truss blaming trans people for her own failures We discuss the exciting future of the show and make a big announcement!  References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep100 Respond to the education consultation here! 

EP99 - Starmer, Sunak and Sentencing

On this episode of What the Trans?! Ashleigh and Alyx go over Rishi Sunak and Kier Starmer's crossed words at PMQ's NHS Rainbow Badge scheme ended by the government Another blasted consultation and the guidance our team has made for it The sentencing of the two teens found guilty of murdering Brianna Ghey, featuring an interview with Jess O'Thomson References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep99/    

EP98 - From Hackney Ward to Hospital Wards

On this episode, Alyx and Ashleigh talk about: Laura Pascal and the Hackney By-election Kemi Badenoch's obsession with sex Wes Streeting. Nuff Said.  References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep98/  

EP97 - Catching Up With the USA

On this episode, Ashleigh and Alyx go over; The Hackney by-election A new hormone clinic for young people The EHRC (again) And Alyx interviews Evan Urquhart from Assigned Media about the many difficulties facing trans people in the USA References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep97/  

EP96 - Reporting on the Trial

On this episode, Ashleigh and Alyx discuss; The new guidance for UK schools. Kemi Badenoch's new ideas for passports The trial of Boy Y and Girl X, the two teenagers convicted of murdering Brianna Ghey. We include an interview with Jess O'Thomson. References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep96/

Who The Trans?! Episode 2 Wild Blue Yonder

Who The Trans Episode 2! Wild Blue Yonder A new Doctor Who episode dropped on Saturday 16th December, something spookier and further than The Doctor and Donna had ever gone before! Listen in to hear Alyx and Ben's thoughts on the second episode of Doctor Who's 60th Anniversary specials, in Who The Trans?! Episodes of Who the Trans?! are released early for our Patreon supporters! https://www.patreon.com/Whatthetrans  

Who the Trans?! Episode 1 - The Star Beast

Who the Trans?! Episode 1: The Star Beast! Check out the early release on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/posts/who-trans-1-star-93693896?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link On the 25th November, The Star Beast was released. And in it was the largest trans representation in the show's 60 years history! Listen in to Alyx and Ben talk about and excitedly nerd out over the special in our brand new podcast series Wh...

EP95 - This Episode is Kemi Badenoch's Fault

On this surprise episode, Ashleigh & Alyx go over; Liz Truss's new plan to make the lives of trans people in the UK even more miserable. An update on Sarah Jane Baker. The conversion therapy debate that took place on December 6th in the House of Commons. References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep95/  

EP94 - Scotland Saves the Day Again!

On this episode, Alyx & Ashleigh talk about. For Women Scotland's court case Will the EHRC lose their A-grade from the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions? Rumours of new school guidance for trans pupils. References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep94/  

EP93 - Struggles of Solidarity

On this episode, Ashleigh and Alyx bring the news of: New hope for the conversion therapy ban. The abuse of imprisoned trans woman Sarah Jane Baker. ONS defends its' census data against Tory claims. Alyx talks about her time at the TransLucent conference. References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep93/

EP 92 - An Educational Enigma

On this episode, Alyx and Ashleigh talk about; The still awaited conversion therapy ban. The EHRC and allegations of bullying Ashleigh speaks with Dee from s3xtheorywithdee about the recent leaked guidance for schools, and we try and work out what the government intend to do with their upcoming official school's guidance.

Mini Episode: A Call to Action - The Puberty Blockers Consultation

On this mini episode, Alyx and Ashleigh encourage you, dear listener, to engage with NHS England's latest consultation. The team (and others) have put together an article along with a list of resources we used to do so. Please do check this out if you're unsure how to approach your own consultation response. Our article: https://whatthetrans.com/puberty-blockers-consultation-advice/ Abigail Thorn's Article: https://transwrites.world/nhs-england-is-proposing-to-ban-puberty-blockers/

EP 91 - A Confluence of Conferences

On this episode, Ashleigh & Alyx talk about; Michelle's departure from the show The Alice Litman case, featuring an interview with Jocelyn from the Good Law Project Party Conference season, with all of the joy that statement implies

EP90 - Chess, Toilets and a Constitutional Crisis

On this episode, Ashleigh and Alyx (a different Alyx this time, not Alex) talk about  - Stonewall and GI fighting back against Westminster's block of the Scottish gender recognition bill - The International Chess Federation's transphobic new guidance -  Free Sarah Jane Baker and Trans Pride Manchester! References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep90/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP89 - A Labour U-turn & Trans Pride Brighton

EP88 - What should pride be? (Featuring Caroline Nokes MP)

On this episode -  - We talk Trans Pride Brighton with founder Sarah Savage - We hear from Caroline Nokes MP how the government and the EHRC needs to do much, much better - And we discuss what pride should be featuring chats with Just Stop Oil and Stonewall Chair Iain Anderson References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep88/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP87 - 5th anniversary self-absorbed special!

This podcast has been a thing for FIVE YEARS To celebrate we got a new look AND we got a bit self-absorbed On this episode - We see what NHS England has planned for trans youths - Legendary journalist Vic Parsons (Vice, PinkNews, The Guardian, Cosmopolitan) interviews us about doing this thing for half a decade References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep87/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP86 - How the UK's equalities watchdog became the government's best anti-trans weapon

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) had one job: To protect human rights. When it comes to trans people they have arguably failed. On this podcast we go over the history of the EHRC and how it went from being pretty good on trans issues to dancing to the anti-trans tune of the government. Also: Anti-trans fascist Florida governor has announced his run for the US presidency. Nothing about that was good. References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep86/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetr...

EP85 - A United Nations expert is as alarmed as we are

Big podcast. Big news. The UN's independent expert on sexuality and gender identity came to the UK to look at the state of everything. He was 'alarmed' at what he found. We go through his initial report and see how right he really is (spoiler: he is very right) We talk to Trans Safety Network director Jess O'Thomson about the UN expert's findings and the future of the Trans Safety Network And last (but REALLY not least) we chatted to YouTuber Soulbunni about racism in the leftist/tra...

EP84 - This is a red alert for the UK's trans community

The Equality and Human Rights commission has said it is seriously worth considering allowing discriminating against trans people in regards to single sex spaces. This comes after Rishi Sunak has promised to review the Equality Act. This is a fight we cannot lose. Here is how to fight back, and also all the info you may need: https://whatthetrans.com/ep84/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP83 - The Best Trans Movies Coming This Year

This episode of What The Trans contains frank discussions about transphobic violence and deaths by suicide. In this episode we discuss: - The story of Eden Knight, a trans woman who was co-erced into detransitioning in Saudi Arabia - The government has responded to the Brianna Ghey petition - We go through the best trans movies coming up this year! References - https://whatthetrans.com/ep83 https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP82 - Nadia Whittome MP talked to us about the Labour Party

On this episode: - Nicola Sturgeon is out, but who could replace her and what does that mean for Scottish gender recognition? - Kemi Badenoch (boo-hiss) is grilled by MPs and gives updates on the government's worrying plans for gender recognition and the mythical conversion practices ban. - We tell the strange story of a trans woman being (allegedly...we don't like getting sued) lied about in the Daily Mail - We talk to Labour MP Nadia Whittome about allyship, whether trans people...

EP81 - Brianna Ghey, GIDS staff speak out and more Scottish Gender Recognition turmoil

A podcast description that also serves as a content warning. - We discuss the murder of trans teenager Brianna Ghey and the communities response. -We talk about the open letter GIDS staff released - And Nicola Sturgeon has resigned, putting Gender Recognition Reform in Scotland in doubt. References - https://whatthetrans.com/ep81 https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP80 - Roz Kaveney has done everything

Activist, author and critic Roz Kaveny has done everything. She has campaigned for trans equality with the Gay Liberation Front, attended the first London Pride and she even worked on the parliamentary forum that made the equality act and the gender recognition act things that exist. We talked to her for an hour about her life. Also: We cover the Scottish trans prisoner drama! We talk about Trump's terrifying plans for trans people! And Finland has done a wonderful thing! https...

EP79 - The Scottish Gender Recognition Screwjob

The UK's government have really surpassed themselves this time. Weeks after the Scottish parliament voted through actual reform for trans people, Westminster blocked it. We break down everything you need to know. We also talk: A trans inclusive conversion therapy ban has been announced The Good Law Project case against NHS waiting times stumbles. References - https://www.whatthetrans.com/ep79 https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP78 - 2022 can go f*** itself

On this pod - Scottish Gender Recognition update: Will Scotland beat Westminster? - Twitch allows the LGB Alliance to get donations (and then u-turns) - We talk about the victims of the Colorado Springs mass shooting - And we go through the biggest storys of 2022. References - https://www.whatthetrans.com/ep78 https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP77 - New Trans health survey is shocking & how to sound how you want

On this pod - A brief report covering the horrific mass shooting at an LGBT venue in Colorado Springs - An indepth look at what can be learned from a massive healthcare survey of trans people by Transactual UK - We talk with an expert on voice training about how to change up how you sound. References - https://www.whatthetrans.com/ep77 https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP76 - New Prime Minister! And we went to a bunch of protests

On this pod: - New PM Rishi Sunak and the NHS sound terrifying - Scotland's gender recognition reform passes stage 1! - Extinction Rebellion and Just Stop Oil speak on why they do what they do - The English Collective of Prostitutes speak to why they were protesting in London recently - And trans folks protest the LGB Alliance, which they should References: https://www.whatthetrans.com/ep76/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP75 - Mermaid's hell month, the government come for us AGAIN and COVID egg crackings

On this pod - Mermaids have had the month from hell. What did they do wrong? - Government ministers just cannot shut up about us. - A lot of trans people came out during COVID lockdowns. We talk to two pandemic egg smashers. - Eddie Izzard runs for office. Does that matter? References: https://www.whatthetrans.com/ep75/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP74 - NHS controversy, Abigail Thorn's play and a month in hospital

On this pod - The press make a mountain out of a trans related NHS molehill. - We talk to Philosophy Tube's own Abigail Thorn about her new play - Ashleigh spent a month in the hospital References: https://www.whatthetrans.com/ep74/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP73 - One Party State? W/Brynn Tannehill

CN: Cultural genocide, extremist governments, authoritarianism, racism, LGBT phobia, dystopia, Fascism This bi-week: Things get dark. The UK Goverment has pushed through four bills that really change how the UK works, and not in a good way. Also the US is having a dark turn also. Researcher, writer and academic Brynn Tannehill talks to us about the alarming future the states face. This episode is a rough one. References: https://www.whatthetrans.com/ep73/ https://linktr.e...

EP72 - Conversion Therapy Ban U-Turn and talking April Ashley with Felix Moore

Look at this! We made another podcast that is mostly on time! This bi-week: Michelle gets approached by the Daily Mail The government bins trans people from the conversion therapy ban: we report from the massive protest from London And Ashleigh talks to trans history expert Felix Moore about the mighty April Ashley. References: https://www.whatthetrans.com/ep72/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP 71: New trans MP and why GRT communities need you!

This episode contains references to rape and cultural genocide, specifically about GRT communities. On this episode Ashleigh talks about being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. We talk about the first trans MP and the strangest coming out that we have ever seen. And we talk to Percy from LGBT Traveller Pride about how the new policing bill is the worst. References: https://www.whatthetrans.com/ep71/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP 70 - Feminists stood up for transgender people in the 70's

This episode: Politicians hilariously fail to stick us in the wrong prisons! (Can a prison ever be right?) Far right goons are taking blockers to fight COVID. Yes, really. And we talk to writer and researcher Felix Moore about how none of this anti-trans 'feminism' crap is new. References: https://www.whatthetrans.com/ep70/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP 69 - Nice (Kink, protests and accidental sex parties)

This week: The BBC did bad so Michelle went to MANY PROTESTS The government's conversion therapy ban doesn't ban conversion therapy? We talk about kink because, you gotta for the 69th episode And Michelle stole an award from a child. References: https://www.whatthetrans.com/ep69/ https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP 68 - Why we were gone and a chat with a trans asylum seeker

This week we explain why we were gone so long. But more importantly, we went and talked to a trans man who is stuck in the kafkaesque asylum nightmare in the UK. If you want to know the real story when it comes to how the immigration system treats people...listen to this right now. https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP67 - Michelle counts bigots at the LGB Alliance conference

No we aren’t dead This week: - Michelle covers the anti-LGB Alliance protest outside their garbage conference! - Pride in Surrey speaks out against transphobic police commissioner! - A trans woman (the hilarious Jen Ives) gets treated like garbage by LGB Alliance randoms! - Michelle chats to the Transgender action block about the importance of protesting bellends References: https://bit.ly/319r0X3 https://www.Whatthetrans.com https://www.linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP66 - Trans Pride London, the media is enabling the far right and we get a government document!

Big episode We cover Trans Pride London featuring Hollyoak's Ki Griffin, YouTube's Abigail Thorn and Kae Tempest We get a government document that shows Dr Michael Brady was not the reason GRA reform was binned (as well as showing that this Government suck even more than we thought) And we look at how the UK media's transphobia has enabled the far right as well as going over the Wi Spar horror show References: https://bit.ly/2TRZQRa https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP65 - Truss just bins the whole LGBT (and part 2 of our chat with Christine Burns!)

So this is a weird episode We finish our chat with Christine Burns! We talk Stonewall founding with Lord Michael Cashman! We dissect Liz Truss's latest nonsense! We get angry over the government ignoring Non-Binary people! And Michelle gets in Graham Linehan's head! https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP 64: Christine Burns on trans activism in the 90's (part 1)

This week there is TOO MUCH NEWS The EHRC are called out by LGBT Orgs! A court case in Northern Ireland is COMPLICATED! Trans masculine surgeries halted on the NHS! And we talk with trans activist legend Christine Burns about how Coronation Street helped advance trans rights in the 90's! (As well as LOADS of other stuff). References: https://bit.ly/3u6QJrO https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP 63: The Stonewall Interview

This week we chat to Stonewall CEO Nancy Kelley about media lies, the LGB Alliance gaining charity status, conversion therapy and the biggest myths about Stonewall (#StonewallDeepState). We also cover the latest developments from Parliament's GRA reform inquiry! References: https://bit.ly/2RROziF https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP 62: We speak to activists you need to know about.

This week: Government finds a way to make cutting the price of a gender recognition certificate suck. Thousands of non-binary people demand recognition. YET MORE GC NIGHTMARES IN THE COURTS And we speak to the AMAZING Trans Safety Network and an artist who is taking over Cardiff! References: https://bit.ly/3eszRrd https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans

EP61: This is what emotional abuse is and how transphobia enables it

CN: Abuse, child abuse, transphobia, references to transphobic organisations and 'thought leaders' and one audio clip of Posie fucking Parker. Michelle breaks down what emotional abuse is and how transphobia enables it. If you have been effected by the issues raised on this podcast please go here for more information: https://bit.ly/32EMzfF https://linktr.ee/whatthetrans