Living Out Loud with Laura

In this episode I chat with Skylar and David. Skylar is the director and coproducer of an accessible drag show, Thrive. David is a coproducer of Thrive and runs Punk Rock Makeup Studios where they create special effects and decorations for the shows. Among the many things we discuss we dive into the need to ensure events are accessible to all. Thrive Facebook Page Thrive.ds Instagram Page Punk Roc...

In this episode I chat with Dani, a lesbian travel agent with 2 children. Dani shares her journey and concerns with being a lesbian of 2 children living in Florida. Dani runs a Facebook group that assists with finding safe places for  LGBTQIA+ families to travel. LGBTQ Travel Advice Facebook Group Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .

In this episode I chat with Erika, "just a girl doing her best." We talk about the many issues going on in the state of Florida as Erika shares her story with us.  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .

In this episode I chat with Suzanne and Declan. Suzanne is the author of The Language of Bodies and and creator of Queer Affirming Devotionals - WhereTrue Love is.  She is also the author of Reaching for Hope , the Where True Love Is devotional series, Jamie the Germ Slayer , and the Rumplepimple adventures for kids. Declan is active in creating a community for transgender people. This couple is a...

In this episode I chat with Amber, a strong trans lesbian shares her journey into discovering who she is and who she wants to be.  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .

In this episode I chat with Candi, born and raised in Alabama, Candi was dared to try drag. We talk about how her first drag performance was her favorite. Our conversation gets into the LGBTQIA+ community, "Alphabet Mafia," needs to come together to help each other through these tough times of their rights being attacked.  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .

In this episode I chat with Amy, a transgender woman 14-months into her transitioning at 48 years old. Amy puts it all out there, her struggles through life from addiction and self medicating to making money for sex to learning her true self. We talk about her struggles with running her business after transitioning. Amy’s story is tough.  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .

In this episode I chat with Kry, a non-binary, LGBTQIA+ educator and life coach. We talk about everything and anything of being the rainbow mafia. From Furry Personas to Polyamory to Gender Affirming Surgeries to Importance of Good Support Systems. Prepare to laugh, cry, and learn. Kry (pronounced Kree) can be reached for assistance related to any LGBTQIA+ issues at queerrainbowrabbit@gmail.com ....

In this episode I chat with Julie, a Catholic from Texas, who is on a mission to help Catholics become Allies in Action. Julie's heart and should is for the Hispanic Catholic LGBTQIA+ community due to what often happens when they come out gay in the Catholic Church. "It can destroy the family when their child comes out gay because being Catholic and Hispanic are inseparable in many cases...

In this episode I chat with Vicki, a trans femme lesbian. Vicki shares her life experiences of finding her true self. Our chat heads down many paths from depression, suicidal thoughts, to relief and happiness after "hatching." Vicki is amazing with so many great life experiences to share.  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .

In this episode I chat with Nicky a loud proud lesbian Drag King. Our conversation ranges from coming out to her Hispanic family to how she met her wife to the many different types of drag performances. We delve into the absurdity of drag performers try to groom children and how we grew up seeing many famous performers acting in drag. You will not want to miss this episode.  Check out the Living O...

In this episode I chat with LaNeil who was  raised in a conservative southern military family. LaNeil discusses her and her family’s journey of accepting her child as transgender. We also talk about the struggles of being a Christian with a transgender son.  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .

In this episode I chat with my friend Michelle. Michelle works for the Florida school system and shares her experiences with helping guide children through the recent changes in the education system and the impact it has on LGBTQ+ kids. We also chat about how the different generations handled the news of my youngest child coming out as transgender.  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchan...

In this episode my friend April joins me to chat about many aspects of our lives. April and I have been friends for more than 10 years. She is a mom of 4 children and full time student all while juggling working full time. This episode touches many different societal issues that we are facing. Topics range from our different experiences with churches to sexual abuse. Finally touching on how to be...

Bob Marley gave us this great advice, "Get up, stand up, Stand up for your rights. Get up, stand up, Don't give up the fight." In this episode I talk about bullying. Bullying comes in many forms. As a parent of a transgender child, bullying is a very scary fact of life. State Governments are actively bullying the transgender community and I will stand up for our transgender friends...

Equality is about ensuring that every individual has an equal opportunity to make the most of their lives and talents. In this episode I talk about how equality is for everyone. The state and federal government is actively trying to remove the rights of  transgender people, parents of transgender children, and drag show performers. We must stand up and stop the attack on their rights. Republicans...

Every big event in your life will invoke a range of feelings. One of the toughest feelings to deal with can be isolation. In this episode I share my story and emotions when my child came out as transgender to help others know they are not alone. Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .

An advocate is someone who supports or promotes the interests of a cause or group. Sometimes you need to be an advocate for yourself also. In this episode I talk about my health issues and how I needed to be my own advocate. I also talk about being an advocate for those that need people to stand up for their rights.  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .

Life is filled with ups and downs. Sometimes we need support and other times we are the support. In this episode I will discuss a few of the support systems I had, used and lost. Online-Therapy.com 988Lifeline.org TalkSpace.com Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .

There are many surprises you will encounter as a parent. But I was not prepared when my child told me and my husband they were transgender. In this episode I will discuss learning my child identified as trans female.  Helpful Support Groups TheTrevorProject.org ALA.org PFlag.org FreeMomHugs.org Sara Cunningham Mama Bears Liz Dyer  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .

Welcome to Living Out Loud with Laura. The Podcast will take you through finding myself and learning to live with chronic illnesses, depression, and being a loud proud ally for my LGBTQ+ children. This episode is an introduction to my story which I hope will help others know they are not alone in their journey.  Check out the Living Out Loud with Laura merchandise here .