The Queer Soul Spotlight

Cordelia (they/them) is a nonbinary Asian American actor living in the SF Bay Area. We talk about the perks of playing traditionally male roles as an AFAB person, how the world would be a lot simpler if everyone was autistic, the importance of safe and sustainable practices in rehearsal spaces, and the show we're in together this coming spring!  MUTUAL AID: if you're able, please donate money...

Rachel (they/she) is a transmasc nonbinary person living in Muncie, Indiana. They're also the videographer for my wedding! Rachel and I discuss their "ex-gay" mom's return to the closet at age 21 and Rachel's parallel coming out when *they* turned 21. Content warning: sexual assault, religious trauma, conversion therapy/exorcisms. We talk about these things in a lighthearted, already-processed-tra...

Cleo (they/them) is an omnisexual nonbinary person currently living in Seattle! In the last couple of years, Cleo was finally able to leave the religious cult they were raised in and start a life on their own terms through curiosity, self reflection, and sheer persistence. This is part one of Cleo's incredibly moving story; part two will be coming out later this season! Please consider supporting...

Kore (they/he/she) is a panromantic genderfluid person in the middle of their gap year! I've known Kore since he was a little kid, and getting to sit down and learn more about their journey of discovery regarding their queer identities was so special. We cover everything from how to tell if your kid is queer (hint: it's looking pretty fruity if they love Greek mythology), being queer/nonbinary in...

Lauren Kress (they/them) is a queer + nonbinary podcaster based in Sydney, Australia! Hang out with us for an hour while we talk about what shape different LGBTQ+ terms would be (gay is a square, btw), cis/het presenting queer relationships, and they answer ALL my Very Important questions about living in Australia such as, but not limited to, "do you know Pablo Sherman, DDS?" Follow Lauren on IG:...

Sophie (she/her) is autistic, queer, and a badass photographer. Sound familiar?? We chat about sensory difficulties, how our autism impacts our businesses and our art, and spoon theory. Also, she educates me on the correct color of mint chocolate chip ice cream. Follow Sophie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/sophielasherphotography SOPHIE'S RECOMMENDATIONS: Listen to PARKS AND RECOLLECTION: https:...

Riley (they/them) aka Miss Donna Party (she/her) is a multimedia/drag artist taking the South Bay by storm! We talk about the way drag is evolving and The Dickens Faire.  Follow Riley: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rileychap   Drag IG: https://www.instagram.com/missdonnaparty RILEY'S RECOMMENDATIONS: Silicon Valley Gay Men's Chorus: https://www.instagram.com/svgmc Hero Tent: https...

Russell (she/her) is a textile engineer based in San Francisco! She and I recorded this episode 1. together in person and 2. it was at a park, so join us for some queer fun with a side of random background noises and imperfectly balanced sound levels! 😆  Follow Russell on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahyrussell - send her a dm if you're a queer woman or nonbinary person in the Ba...

Follow Joyah (she/they), a multi-hyphenate genderqueer theatre artist based in New York City. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyahlove Twitter: https://twitter.com/joyahlove _________________ Many of this podcasts' guests are participants in The Queer Soul Experience. You can read more about Queer Soul Experience clients HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotography.com/blog Interested in gettin...

Jessica (she/her) and I chat about the importance of queer people playing queer roles in theatre (also movies + tv!), Fun Home, and plants. Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhittemore _________________ Many of this podcasts' guests are participants in The Queer Soul Experience. You can read more about Queer Soul Experience clients HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotogra...

Junior Mintt (she/her) is a Black trans activist, drag queen, and all around ray of sunshine. We talk about creating intentional Black LGBTQ+ drag spaces in NYC, keeping curious about yourself, and Doing The Work. Follow Junior Mintt (she/her) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juniormintt Follow her talk show before it blows up! https://www.instagram.com/juniorminttshow Follow In Living Colo...

CONTENT WARNING: body image, eating disorders Alicia (she/her) is a queer boudoir photographer! We chat about what not to say to someone with kids, thriving in whatever size body is healthy for you, and all things photography! Follow Alicia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicmavensco ALICIA'S RECOMMENDATIONS: Listen to SCOUT'S HONOR: https://open.spotify.com/show/15NS00ZIBB0cY7DVT11yYr?s...

Kelsey (she/her) is a mom who fought for years to make a better life for both her daughter and herself - and now they're THRIVING.  Follow Kelsey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/queenofqueermentalhealth _________________ Many of this podcasts' guests are participants in The Queer Soul Experience. You can read about more Queer Soul Experience clients HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphoto...

Wesley (he/they/she out of drag, she/her in drag) is in NYC's only drag queen band, the first drag queen to create a show for a cruise ship, and beat the odds with an insane injury so they could continue living their performance dreams.  Follow Wesley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wayofthewesley Follow Wesley on Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@wayofthewesley Follow The Bad Judies...

Fiona (they/them) is a nonbinary gender-creative multimedia artist, creator, and writer. We chat about niche music tastes, all the details of their recent top surgery, and crazy puberty stories.  Follow Fiona on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/floweryfi Sign up for Fiona's newsletters!  https://floweryfi.substack.com FIONA'S RECOMMENDATIONS: Listen to SWITCHED ON POP:  https://...

John (they/them) is a nonbinary theatre educator and performer! We discuss the importance of seeing all kinds of bodies in theatre, the impact theatre education has on young kids, and the truth about polyamory...(the truth is it's totally chill). Follow John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omgitsjohn890 Many of this podcasts' guests are participants in The Queer Soul Experience. You can re...

If you want to learn more about Alyssa, check out their full Queer Soul publication with the best photos from their self love photoshoot and more about her story HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotography.com/post/alyssa Follow Alyssa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alyssathesexwizard Read about more Queer Soul Experience clients HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotography.com/blog Interested...

If you want to learn more about Kim, check out her full Queer Soul publication with the best photos from her self love photoshoot and more about her story HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotography.com/post/kimbaker Follow Kim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimbakerbeauty Read about more Queer Soul Experience clients HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotography.com/blog Interested in getting...

If you want to learn more about Kimi, check out their full Queer Soul publication with the best photos from their self love photoshoot, their story, and more about our friendship HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotography.com/post/kimihandabrown Follow Kimi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimilawls Read about more Queer Soul Experience clients HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotography.com/b...

If you want to learn more about Andi, check out her full Queer Soul publication with the best photos from their her love photoshoot, her story, and more about our friendship HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotography.com/post/andivo Follow Andi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andivovomua Read about more Queer Soul Experience clients HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotography.com/blog Interes...

If you want to learn more about River, check out their full Queer Soul publication with the best photos from their self love photoshoot, their story, and more about our friendship HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotography.com/post/river Follow River on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/_riverberate_ Read about more Queer Soul Experience clients HERE: https://www.jennichapmanphotography.com/blo...

Logan (he/him) is a genderqueer person living in Seattle, WA! We talk about coming out (or not) at work, identities that we discover and the ones that society hands us, how he wants to make an impact on the world, finding joy in the little silly parts of life, and MUCH more! Logan is also one of my Queer Soul Experience beta clients who helped me develop this groundbreaking offer. ✨ If you want t...

Welcome to The Queer Soul Spotlight! It's 2022 and everyone's launching a podcast, right? I'm starting this pod in tandem with my new offer: The Queer Soul Experience. It's part photoshoot, part podcast, ALL queer self love celebration! Many of the guests I'll have here will be Queer Soul clients, sharing their stories in an effort to honor where they are at this point in their life's journey and...