Talking Transparency
parents of trans kids talking transparently about life, news & parenting. Hosted by Cody Conner, Melissa Lukeson and Thea Ross. Produced in partnership with The Calos Coalition, a 501(c)3 registered in the state of Virginia. Head to https://www.talkingtransparency.com to learn more and listen to all of our published episodes or visit and subscribe via our Patreon to help support the program! https://www.patreon.com/TalkingTransparency
Episodes
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Talking Transparency Episode 2.9
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
The Group is joined by a special guest tonight: Selena! Covering upcoming events to uplift your local community such as the rainbow prom hosted by Selena.To the upcoming trans family dinner taco nightAnd going over the ongoing hate fueled laws being pushed through trying to cause more disenfranchisement.
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Episode 2.4 -Talking Transparently w LeeBruhhh!
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
The Hosts are Joined By the -Ever- Dazzling and Stunning and all around brilliant guest- Miss Lee Bruhhh! The group discusses experiences they had getting introduced to drag performing- all the work and care that goes into a performance- and the overlap between the current ongoing discourse with anti trans hate- and the grooming rhetoric on the Drag queens and Kings in modern day. https://www.instagram.com/lee.bruhhh/ Consider going to a local show where they -really- dazzle and shine!
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Episode 2.3 - Talking Transparency about Business
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
In this episode the group covers the upcoming excitement and enthusiasm surrounding the Trans Family dinner December 5th- at the local Chrysler Museum of art and all that yummy foods and sights to seeOther topics covered were navigating the struggles of having to deal with Conservatives in charge of business affairs-Covering ongoing political changes in the world far and wide and locally with the ongoing struggle within the American Government and its war against Trans FolksAnd Also having a heart felt reminder about how important and impactful small actions in your day to day life can be towards making great changes far reaching - and that most of all trans joy will defeat trans hate- each and every time
Thursday Nov 14, 2024
Episode 2.2 - Talking Transparently about Fear and Hope
Thursday Nov 14, 2024
Thursday Nov 14, 2024
In this episode, we explore upcoming community events, the Transgender Week of Awareness, the Transgender Day of Remembrance, and more. We celebrate Sarah McBride's historic win, while Melissa highlights a powerful app that lets you "vote with your dollars." Cody shares a personal story about his youngest discovering the truth behind his intricate Elf on the Shelf setups.Visit our Linktree to connect with us on social media:https://linktr.ee/talkingtransCatch all our episodes and learn more at www.talkingtransparency.com and www.caloscoalition.com.
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Episode 2.1 - Talking Transparently w Cody Conner
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
We are talking about upcoing community events, resilience and the outcome of the election with Producer Ty on the couch. Melissa and Thea share earnest and raw emotions - and Cody share's his retrospectives and thoughts on the future after his recent unsuccessful bid for Virginia Beach city council in district 8.check out our link tree to follow us on socials:https://linktr.ee/talkingtrans
Sunday Sep 29, 2024
Episode 21 - Talking Transparently about The Debate
Sunday Sep 29, 2024
Sunday Sep 29, 2024
Cody and Thea are in the studio to talk about the election, immigration, and the presidential debate! The Republicans are not sending their best...
Register to vote, and check out Cody Conner's Campaign Website
https://www.connerforvb.com/
Sign up for these events at https://www.caloscoalition.com/events
As always, visit www.caloscoalition.com to learn, volunteer, or donate! Visit us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/TalkingTransparency and visit our linktree @ www.linktree.com/talkingtrans
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Episode 20 - Talking Transparently about Politics
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
From the window to the Walz! We're talking national and local politics today, with our resident experts, organizers, and politicos.
Register to vote, and check out Cody Conner's Campaign Website
https://www.connerforvb.com/
Sign up for these events at https://www.caloscoalition.com/events
As always, visit www.caloscoalition.com to learn, volunteer, or donate! Visit us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/TalkingTransparency and visit our linktree @ www.linktree.com/talkingtrans
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
Episode 19 - Talking Transparently w/ Jayme Drew
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
Today we're speaking with Jayme Drew of the All Genders Photo Project, which brings joyful, affirming experiences to transgender folks and anyone else participating who wants to give more thought to their gender and experiences surrounding gendered expectations. We talk about their work, and their travels, and coming out in a relationship.
Register to vote, and check out Cody Conner's Campaign Website
https://www.connerforvb.com/
Sign up for these events at https://www.caloscoalition.com/events
As always, visit www.caloscoalition.com to learn, volunteer, or donate! Visit us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/TalkingTransparency and visit our linktree @ www.linktree.com/talkingtrans
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Talking Transparency 18 - Talking Transparently about Politics
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Thea, Melissa, and Cody talk about local vs national politics, voting, and our grand old Democratic Party!
Register to vote, and check out Cody Conner's Campaign Website
https://www.connerforvb.com/
Sign up for these events at https://www.caloscoalition.com/events
As always, visit www.caloscoalition.com to learn, volunteer, or donate! Visit us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/TalkingTransparency and visit our linktree @ www.linktree.com/talkingtrans
Sunday Jun 30, 2024
Episode 17 - Talking Transparently about VB City Council
Sunday Jun 30, 2024
Sunday Jun 30, 2024
This week we discuss Virginia Beach City Council and More!---
If you would like to support the Calos Coalition and help us spread trans joy in the 757, please consider donating or becoming a member at www.caloscoalition.com/donate. Help us fulfill Trans Wishes and continue to bring family focused fun to gender diverse families.
Events
May 2nd Trans Family Dinner Hosted by MASS and Mel Howard from TTMOC, in Norfolk, VA
May 19 Trans Family Dinner
May 23 T Shirt Making Workshop
May 25 Calos DnD Club
June 17th is the start of Ghent Pride in Norfolk, VA! Calos will be a beneficiary, and will be tabling at the event, along with a bunch of local organizations. Everyone will be there, so make sure you’re there too!
Sign up for these events at https://www.caloscoalition.com/events
As always, visit www.caloscoalition.com to learn, volunteer, or donate! Visit us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/TalkingTransparency and visit our linktree @ www.linktree.com/talkingtrans