Queer Story Time The Podcast

In Episode 30 of Queer Storytime , Stevie sits down with Valentina “Vale” Mendoza — a Chicana trans woman, former Wall Street transactional attorney, founder of MeVale, P.C., and a 2026 grassroots congressional candidate running in New Jersey’s 7th District. With a bold platform rooted in economic, racial, and social justice, Vale represents a new generation of political leadership: unapologetical...

Welcome, dolls, gays, & theys; thank you for tuning in to Queer Story Time . In this episode, Stevie sits down with Dakarai Larriett , a proud son of Alabama, entrepreneur, community volunteer, and U.S. Senate candidate whose campaign was born from a traumatic false arrest. Drawing from a lifetime of lived experience, growing up a Jehovah’s Witness, navigating body dysphoria as a teen with gyn...

In this powerful and deeply moving episode, I’m joined by Renee Thibeau , a devoted mother, passionate advocate, and fierce ally to the transgender community. Renee is the proud mom of three incredible children: her oldest, a 25-year-old cisgender daughter; her 17-year-old son, who is autistic and full of love and light; and her courageous transgender daughter — the reason she has stepped so fully...

Welcome back to Queer Story Time The Podcast where we honor the lived experiences, wisdom, and resilience of LGBTQ+ individuals across generations. I’m your host, Stevie, and today’s episode features a very special guest: Wendy Cole (she/her), a 77-year-old transgender woman whose life and voice are a beacon for so many in our community—especially those navigating transition later in life. Wendy i...

In this deeply moving Pride Month episode of Queer Storytime , we center community voices and the power of storytelling to uplift, reflect, and affirm our shared humanity. Host Stevie, shares five personal messages from queer and trans individuals, and their loved ones. Highlighting the resilience, growth, and connection that define our community.   🌈 Featuring messages from: Alex – A trans paren...

Happy Pride to all the dolls, gays, theys, and beyond! We’re celebrating two major milestones in this episode: Pride 2025 coincides with our 25th episode! Host Stevie Inghram takes the mic solo in this heartfelt reflection, offering eight profound truths learned from over a year of powerful conversations with queer and trans guests from around the world. Based on a widely loved blog post from her...

🚨 Content Warning : This episode discusses conversion therapy, religious trauma, and anti-LGBTQ+ practices. Listener discretion is advised . Beautiful queer & trans fam, thank you for your patience with the release of this episode! Join me for this deeply important episode where we hear from a powerful voice who is a queer survivor, activist, and scholar. Today’s guest, Dr. Lucas Wilson (he/h...

In this powerful episode of Queer Storytime , we dive deep into the urgent and historical topic of mutual aid within the LGBTQIA+ community. From the Stonewall era to the HIV/AIDS crisis and today’s escalating attacks on gender and sexually affirming health care, mutual aid has been a lifeline for queer and trans folks. Stevie lays out the distinction between charity and solidarity , highlighting...

🧠 How does trauma impact the LGBTQ+ community? 🕉️ What role does Indian spirituality play in acceptance? 🌍 How can we create a more inclusive and compassionate world? In this powerful episode of Queer Story Time, Host Stevie sits down with Dr. Aninda Sidhana, MD a renowned psychiatrist, LGBTQ+ advocate, and expert in gender, trauma, and mental health . With years of experience working with margi...

🚨 Content Warning: This episode discusses conversion therapy, religious trauma, and anti-LGBTQ+ practices. Listener discretion is advised . In this explosive episode of Queer Story Time , host Stevie sits down with Matt Ashcroft ( Matt Ash TV on YouTube ) and Wayne Besen ( Truth Wins Out ), two fierce advocates exposing the pseudoscience and deep harm behind conversion therapy. This episode doesn...

Trans On The Road In The Deep South 🚨Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of sensitive topics including sexual abuse, especially between time stamps 13:30-19:00. Listener discretion is advised . In this heartfelt episode of Queer Story Time , we’re joined by Terence, a 71-year-old trans man, to explore what activism can look like at different stages of life. Terence shares his uniqu...

🚨 Content Warning: This episode discusses conversion therapy and anti-LGBTQ+ practices. Listener discretion is advised . In this episode of Queer Story Time, Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil and HH Prince DeAndre, Duke of Hanumanteshwar, share their personal journeys as passionate advocates for LGBTQ+ rights.  They discuss their struggles with conversion therapy, the fight for marriage equality in In...

In this deeply heartfelt and insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Lulu a queer Nigerian-born pediatrician, former Lt. Col. in the U.S. Air Force, and a mom of a transgender daughter. Her mission centers on youth suicide prevention, particularly among Black gender-diverse youth, and she offers gender-affirming coaching through her practice, Dr. Lulu’s PRIDE Corner.  Recognized for her advocacy,...

Welcome to Episode 17 of Queer Storytime! In this deeply moving and enlightening episode, we sit down with the incredible Jemarc Axinto (They/Them) a trauma-informed recovery coach, award-winning consultant, and devoted advocate for queer and trans healing. Together, we explore the profound journeys of self-discovery, resilience, and the power of community in the gender and sexually expansive worl...

Episode Summary In this transformative episode of Queer Story Time , I sit down with the incredible Dr. Mojisola Edu, a healer, advocate, and practitioner devoted to creating safe spaces for trauma survivors & marginalized communities. Together, we unpack the intersections of identity, adversity, and healing—exploring how trauma impacts our bodies and the liberatory power of holistic health pr...

Self-care is more than a buzzword - it’s a revolutionary act. In episode 15 of Queer Story Time we discuss how healing ourselves individually not only transforms our own lives but also strengthens the collective fight for change and transformation globally. Whether you're a healer, teacher, or advocate, you’ll find practical tools to sustain your activism and nourish your well-being. We explor...

In this episode of Queer Story Time, Stevie is joined by podcast hosts Robin and Chris for a heartfelt exploration of coming out as queer later in life. They delve into the transformative power of self-acceptance and discuss the significance of individual connections and compassionate conversations, particularly with those who may struggle to understand queer and trans issues. Robin came out at 54...

In this episode of Queer Story Time, host Stevie interviews Ben Greene (he/him), an international public speaker, transgender man, and author of the book "My Child is Trans, Now What?". As a passionate advocate for transgender youth, Ben strives to meet everyone with compassion, regardless of their starting point. Join us as Ben shares insights on the importance of unconditional parental s...

In this episode of "Queer Story Time," Stevie interviews Alyy Patel, a queer South Asian gender-fluid individual, about their experiences and perspectives on identity, culture, and spirituality. Key Points Discussed: Navigating Dual Identities: Alyy shares their journey of discovering and embracing both their queerness and South Asian identity, rejecting the idea that they must compromise...

Episode Description: Join us for the final Pride Month episode of 2024, commemorating the 55th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising. In this episode, we’ll explore Stonewall and significant moments in global queer and trans history. Episode Highlights: Historical Context: Queer and trans identities have always existed, even if modern terminology did not.  Institute of Sexual Research (Early 1900s...

Introduction: Join host Stevie as they kick off Pride Month 2024 with a heartfelt conversation about queer and trans history. Stevie is joined by a diverse panel of guests, including Tricia D. Carlisle (She/They), Jackson Pace (He/Him), Michael Peterson (He/Him), and Dr. Jampa Wurst (They/Them). These esteemed elders in the queer and trans community share their insights and reflections on the rich...

Janna (she/her), a devoted parent of a trans son, shares her journey of acceptance and advocacy, urging lawmakers to embrace diversity and avoid imposing beliefs on others. She addresses misconceptions about trans people, offers support to parents, and emphasizes the importance of love and understanding. Jana’s story is a testament to the power of love and the importance of embracing diversity wit...

In this deeply engaging episode of Queer Story Time, Stevie sits down with the inspiring Garland Guidry for a candid and heartfelt conversation. Garland is a hairstylist, author, motivator and consultant. She shares her journey of self-discovery, embracing authenticity, and finding connection within the queer and trans community. From discussing the importance of supportive friendships to navigati...

Introduction: In this episode, we welcome Jackson Pace (he/him), a resilient advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and a passionate believer in the power of authenticity. Jackson shares his remarkable journey, navigating the complexities of step-parenting, embracing their identity as a trans masc later in life, and becoming a vocal advocate for equality and acceptance. Through personal anecdotes and insightf...

Join us for a transformative chat with Dr. Michelle Cromwell, an experienced anti-oppression scholar-activist, conflict coach, and dialogue facilitator. With almost two decades in higher education, including tenure as an associate professor and as a vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Dr. Cromwell now tackles organizational pain related to equity issues as an independent consultant...