TransLash Podcast with Imara Jones

As the 2024 awards season comes to a close, Imara reflects on the groundbreaking contributions of trans filmmakers and actors to cinema. First, she sits down with actress Trace Lysette to talk about her role in the critically acclaimed film Monica. Trace explains why self-doubt is a luxury in the entertainment business and how she’s struggled to find work after starring in Monica. Then, Imara is joined by D. Smith, who delves into her pivot from producing music to directing films, the stylistic choices behind her documentary Kokomo City, and what it means to make Black films.

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Comfrey Films: Instagram (@comfreyfilms)

Trace Lysette: X (@tracelysette) and Instagram (@tracelysette)

D. Smith: Instagram (@truedsmith)

TransLash Podcast is produced by Translash Media.

Translash Team: Imara Jones, Oliver-Ash Kleine, Aubrey Calaway.

Xander Adams is our senior sound engineer and a contributing producer.

Alex Guerra is our social media producer.

Digital strategy by Daniela Capistrano.

Theme Music: Ben Draghi and ZZK records.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2024 elections are only three months away, and turning up at the polls is critical. But the complex landscape of voter ID laws across the U.S. can make voting a challenge. This week, Imara takes a look at the proliferation of these laws, and the potential disenfranchisement of trans voters whose name, gender markers, and appearance may not match voter registration records. First, she talks with NBC Out reporter Jo Yurcaba about the barriers to updating government IDs across different states and the potential impacts on everything from school board elections to the presidential race. Next, she’s joined by Josie Caballero from Advocates for Trans Equality, who shares advice and resources to help make sure everyone is able to cast their ballot in November.

To get more information on updating your ID, registering to vote, and casting your ballot, check out the following resources:

VoterRiders: visit https://www.voteriders.org/pride/ or call/text their voter ID hotline at 844-338-8743

TRANSform the Vote: https://transformthevote.org/voting

TransLifeline’s ID Change Library: https://translifeline.org/resources/id-change-library/

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MJ McClure: X (@seed_the_vote) and Instagram (@seed_the_vote)

Jo Yurcaba: X (@JoYurcaba) and Instagram (@JoYurcaba)

Josie Caballero: X (@josierosec) and Instagram (@josierosec)

TransLash Podcast is produced by Translash Media.

Translash Team: Imara Jones, Oliver-Ash Kleine, Aubrey Calaway.

Xander Adams is our senior sound engineer and a contributing producer.

This episode was sound engineered with help from Lucy Little.

Oliver Whitney and Courtney Cobb are our social media producers.

Theme Music: Ben Draghi and ZZK records.

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Project 2025 has become a surprising focal point of the U.S. presidential race. But who exactly is behind it, and why are they targeting trans rights? To help break down this radical plan for reshaping American life, Imara talks with two experts who have been tracking the policy and politics of Project 2025. First, she’s joined by ProPublica investigative reporter Andy Kroll who explains what the Heritage Foundation is, how they’re training a new generation of party loyalists, and why this could fundamentally alter the way our government works. Next, she discusses Project 2025’s focus on undermining progress towards gender equity with Sharita Gruberg, the Vice President for Economic Justice at the National Partnership for Women & Families.

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Alex del Rosario: Instagram (@transequalitynow @alexdelrosario1994)

Andy Kroll: X (@AndyKroll)

Sharita Gruberg: X (@NPWF), Instagram (@NPWF), and TikTok (@NPWF)

TransLash Podcast is produced by Translash Media.

Translash Team: Imara Jones, Oliver-Ash Kleine, Aubrey Calaway.

Xander Adams is our senior sound engineer and a contributing producer.

This episode was sound engineered by Lucy Little.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Imara sits down with two leading AAPI trans community organizers. First, she speaks with Hawaiian cultural ambassador and activist Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu, who shares her coming out experience and talks about ways gender is expressed across Polynesian cultures and languages. Next, Imara is joined by outgoing Executive Director of Transgender Law Center, Kris Hayashi, to discuss his nearly 30 year-long career as a trans activist.

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Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu: Instagram (@808SharkGoddess)

Lauren YS: Instagram (@squid.licker)

TransLash Podcast is produced by Translash Media.

Translash Team: Imara Jones, Oliver-Ash Kleine, Aubrey Calaway.

Xander Adams is our sound engineer and contributing producer.

Digital strategy by Daniela Capistrano.

Theme Music: Ben Draghi and ZZK records.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As models and designers flock to New York Fashion Week, Imara takes a look at the world of trans fashion. First, she speaks with model and activist, Ady Del Valle, about how he went from posting on Instagram to walking in New York Fashion Week. Ady also opens up about her coming out experience and how she wants to open the door for more plus sized models in the industry. Next, Imara is joined by Sky Cubacub, the designer of the radically inclusive Rebirth Garments. They share their approach to making more accessible and expressive clothing for trans, fat, and disabled people, while discussing how the mainstream fashion world’s attempts at inclusivity are failing these communities.

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Vulpinic Vestments: Instagram (@vulpinicvestements)

Ady Del Valle: Instagram (@​​_adydelvalle)

Sky Cubacub: Instagram (@rebirthgarments) and Tik Tok (@rebirthgarments)

TransLash Podcast is produced by Translash Media.

Translash Team: Imara Jones, Oliver-Ash Kleine, Aubrey Calaway.

Xander Adams is our sound engineer and contributing producer.

Digital strategy by Daniela Capistrano.

Theme Music: Ben Draghi and ZZK records.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.