Hearts In Transition

Ciara catches up with her pal Eula talking all things FFS, her new PT company and other things about the trans experience!

I caught up with Lee from R.A.G.E to speak all things trans R.A.G.E, their upcoming prom, projects in the past and their own journey with their gender!!

Season 2 of Hearts In Transition has arrived kicking off our new studio residency with Voices Radio!  The first guest is actor, musician, writer, theatremaker, facilitator, drag artist, Ri Baroche! Ciara and Ri speak all thing about her music, her journey, and our lives lived as trans women.

In this episode of the Hearts in Transition podcast, Ciara shares her experiences running multiple events, her journey of coming out as trans, and the joy of rediscovering sports. She discusses the importance of community, the mental health benefits of participating in sports, and her excitement about joining a trans-inclusive soccer team. Ciara also reflects on personal milestones, including obta...

In this special solo episode, Ciara reflects on three years behind the decks at the Queen Adelaide, the queer bar that gave her her first DJ gig and became a second home through her transition. She shares the highs and lows of finding her sound, the importance of queer community, and the creation of her club night trans~late , a space dedicated to uplifting trans DJs and giving them a platform. Ci...

In this episode of the Hearts and Transition podcast, Ciara welcomes Ian, the first male guest, to discuss his journey as a trans DJ. They explore Ian's musical beginnings, the impact of COVID on his identity, and the challenges of navigating sobriety in the nightlife scene. Ian shares his experiences with fundraising for top surgery and the importance of community support. The conversation d...

In this episode of the Hearts In Transition podcast, Ciara speaks with Alyx from Queer Cuts London about the importance of creating safe spaces for the trans community, the transformative power of haircuts, and the journey of navigating gender-affirming surgery. They discuss the challenges faced by trans individuals, the significance of community support, and the role of performance art in self-ex...

In this episode of Hearts in Transition , host Ciara Keating sits down with Simone Murphy , a 68-year-old trans woman, educator, DJ, and activist. Simone shares her powerful story of coming out later in life, navigating family, career, and community while embracing her authentic self. From her years as a head teacher, to the challenges of transitioning in her 50s, to co-founding Kent Trans Pride ,...

Ciara chats with Kate about DJing, bottom surgery, and embracing her identity later in life. A candid, inspiring story of resilience and authenticity 

In this bonus episode of Hearts in Transition , host Ciara Keating opens up about her deeply personal journey of coming out as a transgender woman. She reflects on the path from childhood to adulthood, sharing candidly about the shame, self-doubt, and identity struggles she faced along the way. Ciara explores the role of relationships, the healing power of community, and the transformative impact...

Ciara chats with Danielle about coming out of stealth, her bottom surgery, and the freedom, and challenges, of living openly. A candid, heartfelt conversation about identity, courage, and being truly seen. 

In this powerful episode, Ciara sits down with footballer and activist Billie Sky to explore the realities of being a trans woman in women’s football at a time when the FA has banned trans women from playing in FA-affiliated leagues. Billie candidly shares how she found the sport she loves, from her first hesitant steps with Goal Diggers FC to playing with London Galaxy FC, only to be sidelined by...

In the very first episode of Hearts in Transition , host Ciara Keating sits down with Jenny Maguire, fierce activist, former Trinity College Students' Union president, and proud queer trans woman. Together, they trace Jenny’s inspiring journey through student politics and grassroots activism: from helping lead the historic camp-out that pushed Trinity to become the first university in the Wes...