TransSpotting

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TransSpotting is a short form conversational podcast with a mission to bring awareness to trans specific topics & to spotlight trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming creators, artists, and business owners (while having fun along the way). Produced by Riv Rowan with a rotating cast of co-hosts including Riv Rowan, Marcia Darling, Samera Doyle, Celeste Werle, & Jess Bradley.

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Season 2 Episode 8: "The Hottest T4T Couple in Pittsburg" 21.03.2025 1:04:22

Sherry (@sherrycdrom) & Claire (@progesteronipizza), the musical married duo behind the artist Sherry CD-ROM, stop by to discuss the stories behind the music, the relationship, and the non-profit "Helpin' Aht" (@helpinaht) with Samera & Riv. Stay tuned for a musical treat at the end! Part 1 of 2. A HUGE thank you to Sherry CD-ROM for contributing their song "Mirror Scene" as our Season 2 t...

Season 2 Episode 7: "Who Can You Inspire to Work with You?" 07.03.2025 53:13

Samera & Riv interview model Theialia (Theia) on the stream and talk nerdy. Part 2 of 2. Check out all of Theia's links at linktr.ee/Theialia A HUGE thank you to Sherry CD-ROM for contributing their song "Mirror Scene" as our Season 2 theme song! Go check out their stuff at https://sherrycdrom.bandcamp.com/ and streaming platforms Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Di...

Season 2 Episode 6: Looks & Books 21.02.2025 54:55

Samera & Riv interview model Theialia (Theia) on the stream and talk nerdy. Part 1 of 2. A HUGE thank you to Sherry CD-ROM for contributing their song "Mirror Scene" as our Season 2 theme song! Go check out their stuff at https://sherrycdrom.bandcamp.com/ and streaming platforms Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA

Season 2 Episode 5: Riv's Soapbox Minisode - Executive Orders 15.02.2025 12:41

Content Warning: Discussion of current events impacting the transgender population of the US. Riv hosts her first solo minisode in which she busts out the soapbox and discusses the current state of the US government's bigoted, fascist spiral, and how it's impacting transgender folks. While terrifying facts are discussed, she also highlights victories and hopes to inspire and bolster the community.

Season 2 Episode 4: Who Mods the Mods? 31.01.2025 48:28

Samera, our Discord server's Lead Mod & Community Manager, makes her cohost debut on TransSpotting's very first Twitch streaming episode! Part 2 of 2. A HUGE thank you to Sherry CD-ROM for contributing their song "Mirror Scene" as our Season 2 theme song! Go check out their stuff at https://sherrycdrom.bandcamp.com/ and streaming platforms Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Joi...

Season 2 Episode 3: Stream a Little Stream 17.01.2025 39:46

Samera, our Discord server's Lead Mod & Community Manager, makes her cohost debut on TransSpotting's very first Twitch streaming episode! Part 1 of 2. A HUGE thank you to Sherry CD-ROM for contributing their song "Mirror Scene" as our Season 2 theme song! Go check out their stuff at https://sherrycdrom.bandcamp.com/ and streaming platforms Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join...

Season 2 Episode 2: I Don't Trust Dogs with Guns, Generally 04.01.2025 40:49

What brings you joy? The gang discusses what keeps them going through tough times (and who can be more trusted with guns: cats or dogs). A HUGE thank you to Sherry CD-ROM for contributing their song "Mirror Scene" as our Season 2 theme song! Go check out their stuff at https://sherrycdrom.bandcamp.com/ and streaming platforms Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord serve...

Season 2 Episode 1: No Swearing in My Christian Minecraft Server 20.12.2024 46:03

The gang kicks off TransSpotting Season 2 after a 6-month hiatus, discussing life updates, the 2024 election, and what comes next. A HUGE thank you to Sherry CD-ROM for contributing their song "Mirror Scene" as our Season 2 theme song! Go check out their stuff at https://sherrycdrom.bandcamp.com/ and streaming platforms Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! htt...

Season 1 Episode 20: No Spoilies! 15.06.2024 31:40

The gals interview S. Morgan Burbank (they/them/she): author, editor, and game designer! Part 2 of 2. Check out Morgan's writing at S. Morgan Burbank ( anotherindiewriter.com ) and their game studio at Salamander Six Studios Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server!

Season 1 Episode 19: Explicit Hand Holding 27.05.2024 41:28

The gals interview S. Morgan Burbank (they/them/she): author, editor, and game designer! Part 1 of 2. Check out Morgan's writing at S. Morgan Burbank ( anotherindiewriter.com ) and their game studio at Salamander Six Studios Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server!

Season 1 Episode 18: Dilator Rental Service 20.03.2024 52:37

No thoughts, only vibes. The girls reconnect after a brief hiatus and let the conversation have a mind of its own! Part 2 of 2. Get access to bonus content and listen to episodes a week early by subscribing to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TransSpotting Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA

Season 1 Episode 17: Raves & Recs 23.02.2024 58:43

No thoughts, only vibes. The girls reconnect after a brief hiatus and let the conversation have a mind of its own! Part 1 of 2. Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA Download the attached file for an offline copy of the episode.

Season 1 Episode 16: Elagabalus in da Moonlight 27.12.2023 57:53

Marcia, Cel, and Riv interview Sophie Edwards: Ancient Transgender Historian, YouTube creator, author, and vocal feminization coach. Part 2 of 2. Check out Sophie's incredible videos at https://www.youtube.com/@TransgenderAncientHistory Get access to bonus content and listen to episodes a week early by subscribing to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TransSpotting Wanna hang out with other fans...

Season 1 Episode 15: "We Have Always Existed" 15.12.2023 55:26

Marcia, Cel, and Riv interview Sophie Edwards: Ancient Transgender Historian, YouTube creator, and vocal feminization coach. Part 1 of 2. Check out Sophie's incredible videos at https://www.youtube.com/@TransgenderAncientHistory Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA

Season 1 Episode 14: Pastel As Shit Up in Here 20.10.2023 38:31

Marcia, Cel, and Riv chat about facial hair, the beauty of our differences, and parrots and crows attending school together. Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA

Season 1 Episode 13: Imagine Lizards 06.10.2023 35:55

Marcia, Cel, and Riv chat about transition goals and experiences. Just some queer folks hangin out and giggling. What's not to love? Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA 0 LIKES

Season 1 Episode 12: Religious Deconstruction 18.08.2023 1:59:11

This episode of TransSpotting we have Celeste and Marcia deep dive into the Duggars, religious trauma, and religious deconstruction. Click the link below to download a copy of the audio file for offline listening!

Season 1 Episode 11: Tangly Trans Mess 14.07.2023 53:14

Marcia, Celeste, and Riv interview Alexandra (Alix) Leonhart: musician, instructor, and collector of nerdy knowledge. Part 2 of 2. Be sure to stick around until the end for a special musical treat :D Check out Alexandra on Instagram at @nerdessmusic! Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA

Season 1 Episode 10: Special Interest Nerds 07.07.2023 58:45

Marcia, Celeste, and Riv interview Alexandra (Alix) Leonhart: musician, instructor, and collector of nerdy knowledge. Part 1 of 2. Check out Alexandra on Instagram at @nerdessmusic! Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA

Season 1 Episode 9: Shit Dayum! 16.06.2023 49:28

The gang interviews Robin Shakedown, trans musician and friend of this show! Part 2 of 2. A huge thank you to Robin Shakedown for contributing her music to our theme song! Check out her music on Spotify and follow her on Instagram @robin.shakedown. Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA Download the audio file below!

Season 1 Episode 8: This is a Shakedown! 16.06.2023 1:03:43

The gang interviews Robin Shakedown, trans musician and friend of this show! Part 1 of 2. A huge thank you to Robin Shakedown for contributing her music to our theme song! Check out her music on Spotify and follow her on Instagram @robin.shakedown. Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA Download the audio file below!

Season 1 Episode 7: Dirty Jokes on Taffy Wrappers 16.06.2023 1:05:29

The gals discuss misogyny and transmisogyny. Spoiler alert: misogyny is bad. A huge thank you to Robin Shakedown for contributing her music to our theme song! Check out her music on Spotify and follow her on Instagram @robin.shakedown. Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA Download the audio file below!

Season 1 Episode 6: Find Your Creamy Center 16.06.2023 54:57

Welcome back to part 2 of our interview with trans advocator and activist, Alyssa MacKenzie (twitter: @AlyAlyOutnFree)! In this episode, we dive deep into the rewarding world of advocacy with Alyssa. Disclaimer: we discuss some scary anti-trans legislation happening in Florida. An emotional support stuffy is recommended while listening. A huge thank you to Robin Shakedown for contributing her musi...

Season 1 Episode 5: Legislation & Line Dancing 16.06.2023 35:03

A TransSpotting first! Welcome our first guest on the show, trans advocator and activist, Alyssa MacKenzie (twitter: @AlyAlyOutnFree)! In part 1 of 2 episodes, we get to know Alyssa and her work to combat anti-trans legislation. A huge thank you to Robin Shakedown for contributing her music to our theme song! Check out her music on Spotify and follow her on Instagram @robin.shakedown. Wanna hang o...

Season 1 Episode 4: Eye of Sauron 16.06.2023 30:18

Let the interviews... Continue! In today's episode, Celeste and Marcia interview Riv. Oh geez, here we go. A huge thank you to Robin Shakedown for contributing her music to our theme song! Check out her music on Spotify and follow her on Instagram @robin.shakedown. Wanna hang out with other fans and the creators? Join our Discord server! https://discord.gg/K82SFbbufA Download the audio file below!