Talking T-ea
My mission is to dedicate my journey of recovery and personal life experiences to advocating for the LGBTQ+ community. Through my podcast, I aim to create awareness, express my lifestyle and culture, and provide education on vital topics such as HIV and transgenderism. I seek to empower listeners by fostering understanding, promoting inclusivity, and offering insights to anyone who wants to learn more.
Talking T-ea
Beyond Their Fear: Why Trans People Don’t Need ‘Special Rules’—They Need Respect
This episode of Talking T-ea, titled “Beyond Their Fear: Why Trans People Don’t Need ‘Special Rules’—They Need Respect,” responds to a real social media interaction in which a transgender person’s rights were publicly dismissed. The content integrates historical, cultural, and psychological perspectives on gender diversity while addressing the harm caused by stereotyping and discriminatory rhetoric. References to Indigenous gender traditions, global gender-diverse identities, and statements from the American Psychological Association (APA, 2021) are included to ground the discussion in credible scholarship and mental-health research. The episode aims to promote visibility, resilience, and community education while advocating for empathy and equal rights for transgender individuals.
📚 Reference
American Psychological Association. (2021). Answers to Your Questions About Transgender People, Gender Identity, and Gender Expression.https://www.apa.org/topics/lgbtq/transgender
