Transgender School - Meet Lilah Sturges, Award-Winning Transgender Author

Meet Lilah Sturges, Award-Winning Transgender Author

06/04/24 • 39 min

In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by author Lilah Sturges. She is happily married to her wife and has two lovely grown daughters. Lilah wrote the first two graphic novels in the award-winning and critically acclaimed Lumberjanes world and several other titles for Vertigo (DC Comics) and Marvel.

Her latest work, The Science of Ghosts, which will be published on June 18th by Legendary Comics, tells the story of a transgender forensic parapsychologist who studies ghost behavior to solve crimes and showcases a creative new spin on stories with trans characters. We were lucky enough to be given an advanced reader copy and we so enjoyed discussing how much we loved the book and what parts of it fascinated us most.

Throughout our conversation, Lilah tells us about how she got into graphic novels, her evolution as a writer, and her unique approach to transgender identities in her latest work. She also shares her coming out story, the challenges she and her family went through, and the story behind #transpizza.

In addition, Lilah shares her thoughts on grief in the trans community, her process of creating the main character’s traits in The Science of Ghosts, transphobia in media, and much more.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Becoming a graphic novel writer (5:10)
Lilah talks about how much of her personal experiences are reflected in "The Science of Ghosts" (10:20)
Lilah shares her coming out story (14:00)
Transgender people and grief (18:50)
Lilah talks about #transpizza (25:00)
Lilah, Jackie, and Bridget discuss transphobia (31:20)

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In addition, Lilah shares her thoughts on grief in the trans community, her process of creating the main character’s traits in The Science of Ghosts, transphobia in media, and much more.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Becoming a graphic novel writer (5:10)
Lilah talks about how much of her personal experiences are reflected in "The Science of Ghosts" (10:20)
Lilah shares her coming out story (14:00)
Transgender people and grief (18:50)
Lilah talks about #transpizza (25:00)
Lilah, Jackie, and Bridget discuss transphobia (31:20)

Connect with Lilah Sturges:

Connect with Jackie and Bridget:

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Previous Episode

UK Trans Care Bans, Vatican Anti-Trans Stand

What are the potential consequences of restricting access to puberty blockers and hormone replacement therapy for trans youth?

Last June, the UK's National Health System (NHS) decided to suspend the provision of puberty blockers to transgender youth in gender identity clinics. This decision moves in the opposite direction of US policies in blue states, where trans individuals are gaining more rights and access to healthcare.

In today's episode, we discuss the implications of the UK's NHS healthcare policies for transgender youth and compare them with the more progressive approaches adopted in many states in the US. We explore the role of medical professionals in shaping these policies and the challenges trans youth face in accessing essential healthcare services.

Additionally, we delve into the statements made by the Vatican condemning gender fluidity as we shed light on the intersection of religious beliefs and LGBTQ+ rights.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

The differences between UK and US healthcare approaches regarding LGBTQ+ rights (3:20)
How NHS's decision impacts transgender youth (4:20)
What is the role of medical professionals in forming policies (7:00)
About the Vatican's stance on gender fluidity and trans-affirming care (10:10)
The implications of conservative attitudes within religious institutions (16:00)
The impact of religious beliefs on transgender acceptance (21:00)

Resources Mentioned:

Episode 8 - Medical Care for Transgender Youth with Dr. Johanna Olson-Kennedy

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Next Episode

How the Housing Crisis Impacts LGBTQ+ People

The housing crisis in blue states like California, with homes averaging over $700K, disproportionately affects LGBTQ+ individuals. Elevated housing costs limit their access to safe and inclusive communities, forcing them to either remain in less accepting areas or face homelessness. Addressing this issue is crucial for ensuring equitable living conditions for LGBTQ+ folks and other marginalized groups.

In today's episode, we analyze the housing crisis in blue states and its impact on LGBTQ+ communities. You'll also hear our thoughts on the institutionalized segregation in the United States after World War II, the limitations of the Fair Housing Act, and the consequences of downzoning.

We also unravel myths and truths about the massive number of vacant homes across the United States and discuss several approaches to address this crisis, like vacancy taxes, market-rate housing development, and inclusive zoning policies.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

The historical roots of housing segregation (2:30)
About San Francisco's residential security map and its long-lasting effects (5:20)
The Fair Housing Act and its limitations in enforcing desegregation (9:10)
A comparison of historical and current housing production rates in California (15:50)
Are there more vacant houses than homeless people in the United States? (19:50)
Why we must discuss the need for more affordable, multi-unit housing solutions (22:30)

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