The Trans•Parency Podcast Show

Send us Fan Mail Do you remember the last time you felt helpless? Shane Ivan Nash in this clip episode shares a chilling tale of a nightmarish ordeal, detailing the distressing lack of care and resources they faced as a transgender individual trying to report a sexual assault.  As Shane recounts the horrifying experience of his plight going unnoticed, we witness a stark expose of negligence within...

Send us Fan Mail Prepare to be stirred, challenged, and enlightened as we welcome an inspiring guest, Shane Ivan Nash, a transgender activist, who takes us through their gripping journey. Coming out to one's family, finding a community, and building a family within it, we touch upon these emotional narratives that underscore his life in the face of adversity. We delve into Shane’s love for mu...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to be moved by the power of authenticity as we share the deeply personal journey of our guest, Jessie McGrath, a deputy district attorney with a story that will inspire you.  This clip episode is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of identity or simply find the courage to live their own trut...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt the weight of society's labels?  Through Shelbe Chang's hypnosis therapy demo session with Tawni Sofia Acosta, we navigate the intricate layers of being a trans individual and the quest for not just survival, but leaving a lasting legacy. Shelbe bravely unveils her emotional struggles and the internal turmoil that comes with striving for success, happi...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt the intense power and liberation of expressing your true self, after years of hiding? Tawni Sofia Acosta takes us on their deeply personal journey through gender dysphoria, revealing the strength she found in the process.  As we travel further down this road, Tawni opens up about the heart-wrenching challenges of transitioning during a long-term marriage and the...

Send us Fan Mail Ever pondered the courage it takes to walk the path of transitioning?  What if we told you it's a journey of resilience, personal evolution, and self-authenticity discovery?  That's precisely what our amazing Tawni Sofia Acosta illustrates in a heartfelt conversation about her transformative journey. She lets us in on the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of transi...

Send us Fan Mail Picture navigating through the grit and grace of life's most challenging moments - divorce, job loss, and coming out to a world unready to accept who you truly are.  Tawni Sofia Acosta in this clip episode did just that, journeying through gender transition with extraordinary resilience. From personal anecdotes to heartwarming realizations, this episode captures the raw essen...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever thought about what it would be like to transition later in life?  In this incredible mashup episode, you'll hear Tawni's awe-inspiring journey as she came out as transgender in the later stages of her life. Prepare to be moved as she shares her powerful stories of triumph over adversity. Tawni opens up about the unique challenges she faced on her path to se...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine having an environment where everyone understands your struggles, and where you can be yourself without fear of judgment. This is the close-knit, nurturing reality of our trans community.  Tune in as we highlight the strength and resilience of the trans community, sharing heartwarming stories of trans sisters providing safe havens for one another during life’s most challeng...

Send us Fan Mail Ever thought about how mainstream culture and corporate entities may be impacting Pride and the LGBTQ+ community?  This short episode of the Trans-parency Podcast Show brings this critical issue to the forefront. We take you on a journey through various Pride parades we've attended, sharing the infectious positivity that permeates the air, but also shedding light on the polit...

Send us Fan Mail Picture this: You're at a trans bar, hoping to find a special someone who doesn’t just see your gender identity but also respects and appreciates who you are as an individual. That’s the journey we’re embarking on today as we discuss the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of trans dating.  In this enlightening conversation clip episode, we take you through the winding path to...

Send us Fan Mail In this short clip episode, we journey into the heart of a heated debate surrounding the LB574 bill that could strip healthcare from transgender youth in Nebraska.  Jessie McGrath takes you directly into the tension-filled room on the day of the hearing, offering a firsthand account of the champions who stood strong against the bill.    We take a detour to examine the societal cli...

Send us Fan Mail Prepare to be inspired as host, Shelbe Chang sits down with Jessie McGrath, a Deputy District Attorney, who transformed her life from one characterized by shyness to one that radiates self-confidence.  In this short clip, episode, Jessie shares her life journey vividly in the form of her tattoos, each with potent symbolism and a story to tell.  This episode is an enlightening and...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered about the journey of a transgender woman, who also happens to be a deputy district attorney in Los Angeles? Meet Jessie McGrath , a brave soul, who struggled with her identity, tried to conform by joining a football team, and got married in law school, all while concealing her true self.   Get ready for an emotional roller-coaster as Jesse bares her heart ou...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what it takes to foster a lasting relationship through the most transformative of personal journeys?  Get ready for an unforgettable conversation with Nia and Katie, a couple who have navigated the complexities of gender identity and transition, while maintaining a strong bond of love and respect. Married for 18 years and parents to five children, their stor...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to be blown away by the infectious energy of our Long Beach Trans Pride Live guest, the dynamic and determined Boy Bowser. Boy Bowser is currently taking TikTok by storm with his music, and in this exciting clip episode, Shane Ivan Nash and Boy Bowser get into an incredibly candid conversation about his experiences, aspirations, and his perspective on Pride. Boy Bowser i...

Send us Fan Mail Ever thought about how transitioning from non-binary to a trans woman could impact your career, particularly within the challenging world of teaching?  Meet our inspiring guest, a trailblazing educator who has not just navigated this path, but used their experiences to fuel the fight for diversity, acceptance, and meaningful change in our educational systems.  Listen to the raw tr...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how social media has shaped the transgender community?  Explore this quick but fascinating episode as we speak with Gina Ortiz, an accomplished makeup artist in the trans community of Southern California. She discusses how social media has changed the game by cultivating a feeling of belonging and shared experiences among trans people.  Tune in for some candid insigh...

Send us Fan Mail What if you are just one step away from your success?  In this short clip episode, Shelbe and Tina explore how our victories today are indeed the fruits of our hard work sown in the past.    In the realm of building blocks for success, we discovered that consistency, patience, and daily effort hold the key.    Using the analogy of a tree planted years ago, we bust the myth of over...

Send us Fan Mail In this short clip episode, we turn the lens on an inspiring photographer from Berlin, Sophie Kietzmann, who shares the intricate journey of their identity. As we frame Sophie's artistic journey the passion for photography sparked at the young age of seven. They recount delightful tales of pilfering their dad's camera, to learning the ins and outs of the art form, it&apo...

Send us Fan Mail In this short clip episode,  Tawni Sofia Acosta recounts her journey of self-discovery, unfolding the labyrinth of her emotions and struggles as a transgender woman, and the liberation she experienced when she stepped out of the closet in her 50s and dared to follow her true identity against all odds.  Tawni's tale is an intricate tapestry woven with threads of fear, courage,...

Send us Fan Mail In this short clip episode, we've had the privilege of engaging in a heartfelt dialogue with the remarkable Celia Sandhya Daniels, a trans woman who has walked the corporate corridors of power as a high-level executive.  Her journey, fraught with the fear of losing her job and the reality of living a double life, is both inspiring and humbling.  Celia's bold decision to...

Send us Fan Mail In this final episode of the 2023 Pride Month special, Shelbe Chang discusses the significance of visibility and rights for trans individuals.  She also touches on the unfortunate reality of politicians using the trans community as a scapegoat for larger issues, without truly comprehending the hardships faced by trans people.  As transitioning is a personal decision, it is importa...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a discriminatory bill threatens the rights of trans youth in Nebraska? In this continuous episode for 2023 Pride Month, Shelbe Chang joined Jessie McGrath to share her firsthand experience fighting against LB 574 - proposed legislation to ban gender-affirming care and puberty blockers for trans under 19. Jessie's brave account of standing up for our trans co...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the 2nd special Pride edition of the Trans-Parency Podcast Show, where host, Shelbe Chang is thrilled to welcome three of her dearest friends from the trans community in Long Beach, California: Victoria, Tina, and Kymi.   Together, we take a walk down memory lane, reminiscing about the early days of discovering our gender identities, the events that shaped our experien...