In Defending Transgender Identity on the Lean to the Left Podcast, host Bob Gatty sits down with Amethysta Herrick, PhD, a transgender woman, scientist, and advocate, to discuss the growing wave of discriminatory legislation targeting transgender individuals.
Ami shares her remarkable story—from childhood struggles and suicide attempts to building a successful career as a scientist and executive, and ultimately transitioning to live authentically. She dives deep into the importance of identity, resilience, and the human experience, and discusses how Trump-era policies devastated the transgender community.
Ami also shares her mission with Purple Paw Clan, an organization dedicated to defending transgender rights and supporting those on their journey toward self-discovery and acceptance.
🎧 Listen to the full conversation to explore:
The personal and societal challenges of gender identity
The impact of anti-transgender legislation
The importance of advocacy and education
The story behind Purple Paw Clan and Team Water
💜 Support the cause: https://purplepawclan.com
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
00:10 Discriminatory Legislation Against Transgender People
00:56 Introducing Amethysta Herrick, PhD
01:56 Amethysta's Early Life and Academic Journey
03:46 Transitioning and Professional Life
05:03 Family Life and Personal Struggles
05:54 Exploring Gender Identity and Transition
07:28 Writing and Advocacy
13:51 Impact of Trump's Policies on Transgender Community
18:22 Conservative Upbringing and Personal Struggles
19:06 Trump's Executive Orders and Gender Affirming Care
19:43 Corporate Responses to Anti-DEI Policies
20:07 First Amendment and Hate Speech
22:10 The Story Behind Purple Paw Clan
27:30 Team Water Initiative
28:47 Conclusion and Contact Information
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