EP160 - Foes and Fumbles
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On this episode - which is a bit of a mixed bag, tone-wise - our intrepid hosts Flint and Ashleigh go over: How, when a story pops up claiming that "The UN supports anti-trans viewpoints!" it's really just the work of one person, Reem Alsalem, and her gender critical crusade. The recent death of UK politician Anne Widdecombe and how people expressing their opinions about her online do not deserve to have their lives upended by news organisations. Amnesty International UK's recent crossed swords with organisations named in a recent report of theirs. And in a deliberate decision to...
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EP159 - Investigations and Practices
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On this, it must be said, heavier than usual episode, our hosts Ashleigh and Flint go over: Tough news from the US Supreme Court and their recent regressive ruling on Title IX, allowing state's sports bans for trans players (mostly trans women). The UK's new draft conversion therapy ban and the loopholes large enough to drive a bus through. More changes within the PATHWAYS puberty blocker trial. Scottish Prisons now being told to house trans women on the male estate and vice versa, thanks to a case brought by For Women Scotland. For our Meat this fortnight, we look at the story of one...
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EP158 - Nerding Out with Luyanda Lewis-Nyawo
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On this slightly-lighter-than-usual episode, our hosts Flint and Ashleigh talk through: A new direct care clinic for the trans community will open in New York City, but is it all that was promised by mayor Zohran Mamdani? A quick run through of some developments around the EHRC, including some serious questioning by the Women & Equalities Committee. The sterling work done by the local government committee within UNISON. Stories of snowflakes upset that people disagree with them, in Loser's Corner! And a nice chill one in our meat this time, with a nice long chat with nonbinary actor...
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EP157 - Loving Me, Helping You
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On this week's episode, hosts Flint and Ashleigh go over Some of the reactions to the EHRC's new code of practise NOTE: There will be a special episode all about the EHRC and their "guidance" coming later, so this week's episode does not do an intense deep dive. New health secretary James Murray has changed his mind on trans women being women. Completely coincidentally, we've changed our minds on James Murray. Concerns raised by clinicians about the new Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy policy and how it falls drastically short of being ethical or scientifically sound. Regular segments...
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EP156 - Trans Intimacy: The Private Parts
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This week, on an absolute unit of an episode, hosts Ashleigh and Flint talk about: Good news from the Colorado supreme court! The guidance released by the EHRC is discussed in brief, with more to come next week. Wes Streeting is no longer Health Secretary! What does this mean for trans healthcare? Spoiler alert: Probably not much. The BMA's long-awaited response to the Cass review. Our usual segments Action Alley and Trans Joy. Finally, an extensive interview with US author Riki Wilchins about her life, her research and her upcoming new book, Let's (Not) Talk About...
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EP155 - Frankenstein's Evidence: The Modern Phrenology
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On this extra-strength episode, our hosts, Flint, Alyx and Ashleigh try something a little different. We have many (but not all) of our usual format points but our entire episode this week is dedicated to a single premise: sports science is complicated and bans on trans participation in sport make no sense. NOTE: You may not care for sport, you may not be interested in it. That is fine and valid, but we would implore you to nevertheless give this episode a try and particularly our interview with Sheree Bekker & Stephen Mumford, two scientists who have some fascinating insights about...
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EP154 - Another Brick in Stonewall
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This week, our beleaguered hosts Alyx, Ashleigh and Flint look with a critical eye over: Some welcome good news from Montana, USA. A brief look at who else but the EHRC. A certain US pick-me on the cusp of realising that her collaboration will not save her. Quickly checking in with the people absolutely having a normal one over at Sex Matters. Lining up a Telegraph article for a roast. As the title suggests, for our Meat this time we're taking a dip in the waters of Stonewall bay, after their announcement of their upcoming new Chair, Kezia Dugdale and the extremely...
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EP153 - Unkind Rewind
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This week, the delightful duo of Ashleigh and Flint take you through: Ashleigh the Solarpunk fills you in on thrilling tales of her adventures and a content warning is given, because it's just that sort of "adventure." A triple-decked Pond Hoppin' segment that ends with some uncharacteristically good news. I know! We were surprised too. The NHS has published a new service specification for Children and Young People’s (CYP) gender services. We assess the damage. A foray to the high street as Sex Matters (attempt to) take on M&S! Some quick notes about our staffing levels...
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EP152 - Trailblazer Talks: HIV & the HRC
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This week, in a special US-focused episode, our mighty duo of Alyx and Flint talk about: More anti-trans activity North of the border in Scotland. An update on the Girlguiding policy which now has a ticking clock: all trans guides and volunteers must leave by September 6th. A look at the machinations of Darlington council and their recent motion regarding that supreme court judgement. An interview with Tori Cooper of the Human Rights Campaign in the US about her life, work and current focus. References:
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Journo Free WTT
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Exploring a new format because we're never ones to shy away from innovation, let us know what you think.
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- A proposed "Brit Card" digital ID system and the troubling implications for trans people.
- Excellent news from Estonia, which has revolutionised its medical and gender recognition system overnight.
- SEGM gets rekt by Gordon Guyatt (that's him in the thumbnail!)
Before moving on to the meat of the episode, which we've developed alongside https://www.wearequeeraf.com/ and Claire Prosho (https://linktr.ee/CTransTalks) to bring you new information from inside the UK's gender identity clinic system, including:
- How Wes Streeting used information that was already a year out of date.
- A look at the astounding, centuries-long waiting list for a first appointment in some areas of the UK.
- How newer clinics are doing much more with less, compared to the old GIC system.
- With much more to come in the next two episodes!
References: https://whatthetrans.com/ep141