No one plans for having a transgender kid. Camp Wild Heart is your guide for raising a transgender or non-binary child and nurturing an affirming family. We help you ease your fear and navigate your confusion. Mackenzie Dunham, clinical social worker and co-founder of Wild Heart Society, talks with parents, experts, and transgender adults about the ins and outs of coping with internalized transphobia, fostering shame resilience, exploring medical transition for youth, understanding identity ...
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Every comedian has a guilty pleasure, a weird hobby, or an obscure fascination. Kristin wants to hear all bout it. Each week host Kristin Key follows a guest comedian down a new rabbit hole of their choosing, tests their knowledge with 5 quick trivia questions, and ends the show with a MadLib.
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Ep. 100 "Churning Butter Churning Feelings: A Mormon Gay Awakening Story" with Hayley Faulkner
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36:45This week on Kristin Knows Blank, my guest is comedian, social media influencer, travel enthusiast, and activist Hayley Faulkner! She grew up Mormon, spent her childhood churning butter, and then had her big gay awakening while watching Phantom of the Opera. We laugh, we spill, and we churn out some seriously good stories. 👉 Reminder: You can only …
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09. Be Open, Be Curious: A Trans Family's Growth Story
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1:13:16When parents bring their kids to see us at Wildheart Society, sometimes they show up scared. Scared of what this means for their kid, of what it means for their relationship, and underneath it, really they’re afraid of change. Most people have a hard time with change; so I get it. But what I like to remind parents is that their child has chosen to …
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LESBIAN ARMY RADIO TAKEOVER: "The Hunting Wives"
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48:25It's time for another Kristin Knows Blank podcast takeover by LESBIAN ARMY RADIO! Kristin Key and Nicole Melnyk are back again for a deep dive into Netflix's steamy new hit The Hunting Wives. Set in a conservative Texas town, this show has it all: lesbians, drama, and lesbian drama (with a hint of murder mystery). Join Kristin and Nicole as they hi…
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Ep. 99 “WNBA All Star Weekend” with Erin Foley
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40:55🎙️ New Episode! Kristin Knows Blank with Erin Foley This week on Kristin Knows Blank, I’m joined by Erin Foley, the hilarious comedian and women's sports podcaster. We bond over our shared WNBA obsession and how fun it was to perform together at the WNBA All-Star Weekend Comedy and Drag Brunch in support of the Working Families Party. We also tried…
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08. Healing to Support a Trans Daughter: Shannon's Story
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1:00:23In today’s episode, we have a parent story from mom, Shannon. Shannon comes from conservative roots and is mom to three boys and a trans daughter. Our conversation follows her journey of doing her own healing work so that she could be the kind of mom she really wanted and needed to be for her daughter. I’m so grateful she agreed to share her story …
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Pt. 2 LESBIAN ARMY RADIO TAKEOVER "Queer Ultimatum Season 2"
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1:02:01This week, Kristin Knows Blank has been taken over once again by LESBIAN ARMY RADIO! It’s part 2 of our deep dive into The Ultimatum: Queer Love on Netflix because a show this gay demands more discussion. Kristin Key is joined by returning guest and fellow sapphic superfan Nicole Melnyk to unpack the drama, the dilemmas, the U-Hauls, and the unexpe…
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Pt. 1 LESBIAN ARMY RADIO TAKEOVER "Queer Ultimatum Season 2"
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43:22This week, the Kristin Knows Blank podcast has been hijacked—by LESBIAN ARMY RADIO! 🎙️🌈 Kristin Key and guest Nicole Melnyk dive deep into The Ultimatum: Queer Love Season 2 with strong opinions, unfiltered commentary, and plenty of hilarious hot takes. From red flags to U-Haul energy, no reality-show lesbian drama goes unjudged. 👀 Watch ONLY on Yo…
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Ep. 98 "Lesbians Have the Best Hair" with Sydney Stigerts
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38:29🎙️ New Episode! Kristin Knows Blank with Sydney Stigerts ✂️💬 This week on Kristin Knows Blank, I’m joined by the hilarious and heartfelt Sydney Stigerts—comedian, improviser, ex-nanny, and current queer internet treasure. We bond over lesbian hair journeys, dive into some Barber Chair Confessionals (bring tissues and/or hair product), and talk abou…
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07. What Keeps Me Hopeful: Being Active for Trans Kids with Jessica Lahey
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1:03:19So many of us are trying so hard to protect our kids from failure of any kind. Getting it wrong and having regrets is scary! Of course we want to protect our kids from that. But really, when we hover over their homework or swoop in with a plan to fix it when they're struggling, we're protecting ourselves from our anxieties about being a good enough…
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Ep. 97 "Punchlines with Purpose!" with Dana Goldberg
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41:02This week on Kristin Knows Blank, comedian, activist, and all-around badass Dana Goldberg joins Kristin for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation. Dana clears up that she is definitely not a lady, shares her coming out story, and dives into how she uses comedy as a tool for social change. The two swap stories about performing on Olivia Cruises, di…
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This week on Kristin Knows Blank, Kristin sits down with writer, podcaster, and queer TikTok icon Alexi Melvin to talk all things Cate Blanchett, Queer Panic, and the Sapphic Panic Podcast. They dive into coming out stories, Star Wars fandom, and what it’s like creating for lesbian TikTok. Plus—Five Quick Questions and a hilarious round of RadLibs!…
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06. Camp Stories: Kristin Key on Growing Up, Coming Out, and Moving Forward
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1:00:24Recently, a friend invited me to a comedy show and as we watched the set, I was delighted to find that the performer and I had a bunch of similarities. Camp-themed show? Check. Preacher’s kid? Check. Raising money for queer youth? Check. We even look kind of similar, if you don’t count that she’s a foot taller than I am. I had to take a shot at the…
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Ep. 95 "Trans Youth 101" with Mackenzie Dunham
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41:02This week on Kristin Knows Blank, I’m joined by the insightful and inspiring Mackenzie Dunham—therapist, activist, and all-around truth-teller. We talk about the biggest misconceptions surrounding trans youth, how parents can create truly safe spaces, and the pure joy of watching kids thrive when they’re free to be themselves. It’s a powerful, hear…
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Ep. 94 "Board Games, Bold Moves, and Badass Roles" with Camryn Manheim
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43:56🎙 This Week on Kristin Knows Blank My guest is the unstoppable Camryn Manheim — Emmy winner, trailblazer, and all-around badass. We dive into her most iconic roles (The Practice, Ghost Whisperer, Law & Order), her early career as an ASL interpreter, and how she literally gamed her way into showbiz by challenging David E. Kelley to a board game. It’…
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05. Autism, Gender, and Breaking Free from Social Programming with Sol Smith
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53:49You may be aware that there is a significant overlap between neurodivergence and transness. So today, I’m talking with a guest who is both an expert in neurodivergence–and he’s autistic himself–and a parent of queer and trans children. Sol Smith is a social media creator and author of the book The Autistic's Guide to Self-Discovery: Flourishing as …
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Ep. 94 " Cruise Control" with Valerie Perry
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38:29This week, Kristin sets sail with cruise director and travel expert Valerie Perry to dish the secrets of life behind the scenes on cruise ships—ship horns, towel animals, and all! It’s full steam ahead on laughs and surprises. 🎟️ Get Camp Kristin tour tix at KristinKey.com and subscribe for more episodes!…
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This week on Kristin Knows Blank, I’m re-airing one of my favorite episodes with the one and only Nina West—drag icon, activist, and absolute joy factory. But before we revisit that hilarious and heartfelt chat, I want to spotlight something serious. Nina recently posted a powerful video calling for action against Ohio House Bill 245, a dangerous p…
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04. Beyond Pride: How Conservative Parents Became Fierce Allies
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56:43There is so much misinformation about trans people out there, and a lot of the kids and families I work with have people in their lives who simply do not understand what these kids are going through. But I don't think anyone is a lost cause. Almost everyone is capable of learning and growing. I reached out to today's guests because I wanted to disc…
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Ep. 92 “If I Have to Hold One More Baby…” with Leah Bonnema
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41:04This week on Kristin Knows Blank, comedian Leah Bonnema—stand up comedian and host of ‘Were You Raised by Wolves?’—joins Kristin for a wild ride through social etiquette gone wrong. Don’t miss the laughs! Watch on YouTube, subscribe, comment, and check KristinKey.com for Camp Kristin Tour dates.By Kristin Key
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Ep. 91 “Crime and Engagement” with Daryn Carp
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43:49🎙️ This Week on Kristin Knows Blank 🎙️ Get ready for an electrifying episode as host Kristin Key welcomes the dynamic Daryn Carp to the show! Daryn, known for her “What’s Poppin’” segment on the Today Show, her engaging presence on Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live” and co-hosting the true crime podcast “Shaken and Disturbed,” chit chats about how s…
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03. Radical Curiosity: Living Authentically in Challenging Times with Flint Del Sol
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1:23:19Today, we're catching up with my friend, and friend of the podcast, Flint Del Sol. Last time Flint was here, his life looked very different than it does today. He was mid-transition, using they/them pronouns, had just started testosterone, and was still teaching. Since then, he's come out, transitioned in public on his social media profiles, surviv…
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Ep 90. “Not an Episode in Indiana” with Nicole Melnyk
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20:08This is NOT an episode! While on the road, Kristin is keeping the Kristin Knows Blank podcast alive with updates from her travels (this time on her way through Indiana). Luckily, along the way, she ran into her road opener Nicole Melnyk for a discussion on Lesbian Visibility, a possible Buffy rewatch podcast, and a RadLib! Subscribe to Kristin’s Yo…
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Ep. 89 “How Old Are You?!?” With Nicole Melnyk
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43:01This week on Kristin Knows Blank, Kristin welcomes hilarious Michigan-based comedian Nicole Melnyk—a queer comedy powerhouse known for blending sharp wit with big heart. They talk early gigs, identity, and why Nicole’s childhood dream job involved snacks and a sense of justice. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, follow @KristinKey on socials…
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02. The Courage to be Curious: Parent Mitch Shares His Story
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52:05We’re back! To kick off this new season, I invited back the last person I had on the show before my break. Mitch joins me again to share what the last couple of years have been like as his family adjusted to their move to Washington from Texas in support of their trans daughter. We talked about the difficult transition they experienced, having left…
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01. Return to Camp: Embracing the Magic of the Messy Middle
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14:11Hello, friends. Have you missed me? After a longer than originally intended break from this podcast, I am back and I am ready. The world is scary right now and I want to show up here to support the Wild Heart community. I'm always thrilled to get to be a part of your journey in whatever way I have been. We have a great season coming up for you. You…
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Ep. 88 “Not an Episode” with Molly O’Rourke
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12:45While on tour in Europe, Kristin pops in with this “not an episode” to say hello and do a RadLib with her wife and traveling companion Molly. What a special treat and DEFINITELY not an episode. Listen wherever you get podcasts! Subscribe for new episode updates. Follow Kristin and look at tour date on KristinKey.com #podcast #comedy #europe #podcas…
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Ep. 87 “Body Slams and Breakthroughs” with Roxy Castillo
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38:15This week on Kristin Knows Blank, I’m joined by Austin-based comedian, actor, and all-around delight Roxy Castillo. Known for her sharp wit, big heart, and unapologetically weird sense of humor, Roxy brings her unique voice to the stage—and now to the pod! She’s a staple of the Austin comedy scene, a storyteller, a burlesque badass, and a fierce ad…
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Ep. 86 “Hate Won’t Win” with Mallory McMorrow
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41:20This week on Kristin Knows Blank, I’m joined by Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow—legislator, advocate, and viral truth-teller. She rose to national prominence with her powerful floor speech pushing back against hateful rhetoric, and now she’s continuing that fight with her new book Hate Won’t Win. Senator McMorrow joins me to talk about fait…
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Ep. 85 “3 Lesbians on a Gay Boy Cruise” with Jen Kober
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44:02Louisiana native JEN KOBER is an internationally headlining standup comedian, podcast host, and actor seen on The Mandalorian, Hacks, The Righteous Gemstones, and more. Jen joins the cast of Cirque du Soleil’s Mad Apple again in November of 2025 in Las Vegas. Catch Jen on her upcoming ONE HICK WONDER tour this year. Check out Jen’s tour dates HERE.…
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Ep. 84 “Megan Married Megan” with Megan and Meagan
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31:36Social median influencers and same name lesbians Megan and Meagan have earned millions of views with their hilarious viral relationship sketches on Tik Tok, FB, and Instagram. They join Kristin to discuss how they became influencers, what it’s like to be married to someone with the same name, and to reminisce their time at Brandi Carlile’s GJWW in …
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