The Trans Embodiment Podcast is a cozy, curious, and occasionally chaotic space for trans, intersex, and gender-nonconforming folks—and the allies who love us. Hosted by RJ Quirk (they/them), we get into the mess and magic of bodies that don’t fit the mold. Here, we embrace becoming, healing, dreaming, and thriving within bodies that are deeply politicized. Expect thoughtful convos, spicy takes, tender moments, and the occasional background yowl from our unofficial cat co-host, Alfie. Come f ...
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Bonus Episode: Spilling T and Relationscapes with Blair Hodges (Ft. Ben V. Greene)
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Join host, RJ Quirk as they spill the T on 10 months of being on testosterone and gush about their internet friendship with Blair Hodges. PLUS!! Check out audio from the podcast Relationscapes, featuring author and trans advocate Ben V. Greene. 🌟 Support & Stay Connected 🌟 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the podcast—it really he…
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Join pod host, RJ Quirk (they/them) and guest, Anna (she/her) as they continue to dish about the very public outing of Miss Christine Jorgensen. If you are anything like RJ, you'll come away thinking about how to bring more GRACE and HUMOR to interactions with the cisnormative world. 🌟 Support & Stay Connected 🌟 If you enjoyed this episode, please …
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TRANcestor: Christine Jorgensen Pt. 1
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Join host, RJ Quirk (they/them) and guest, Anna (she/her) in a two-part episode, as they sit at the feet of Christine Jorgensen, the trans woman who was thrown to the wrath of the press after being outed for being an early recipient of gender affirming surgery. P.S Please forgive the janky audio! I don't know what happened with my mixer.... TW: Tra…
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In the Closet with Bug Knack: HORROR edition
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Join host RJ Quirk (they/them) and guest Bug Knack (they/them) as they decide which monsters scare them, which they want to be, and which they want to f*ck. Sorry Grandma! But first, some lingo that might help you through the episode:AFAB- Assigned Female at BirthT4T- Trans 4 Trans; a sexual preference for some trans people. 🌟 Support & Stay Connec…
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Picture it — the moon is full, the fog is thick, and the monster… is us! In this episode, RJ (they/them) dives fang-first into the history of trans representation in horror — from monstrous mirrors and misunderstood villains to the beautiful, bloody art of reclaiming our power. P.S. My deepest apologies for the late drop. I need time to come to ter…
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Join pod host, RJ Quirk (they/them) and returned guest, Tucker (he/him) on a wild adventure through the life of Alan Hart. In this episode, things are heating up in the closet with Nicole Kidman, vampire lore, and the romantic side of consumption! Come for the laughs, stay for the story of the trans man who changed medicine forever. 🌟 Support & Sta…
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BONUS EPISODE: Listener Thoughts and Holy Unapologetic Crossover
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Join RJ (they/them) as they wrap up the monster series on transmedicalism with some listener thoughts! Then tune into the first 15 minutes of their guest appearance on Holy Unapologetic. When you're done, head over to their Spotify or YouTube page to finish the episode!! 🌟 Support & Stay Connected 🌟 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and revi…
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In the Closet with Joshua Robinson (they/them/theirs//xe/xem/xyr)
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Welcome back from Labor Day break!!! I missed you all. In this episode, pod host RJ Quirk (they/them) chats with poet and entrepreneur Joshua Robinson (they/them/theirs // xe/xem/xyr) about xyr experiences as an intersex trans individual. They share an exclusive poetry reading, talk about being neurospicy, and share stories from their time experien…
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Unpacking Transmedicalism: Intersex Intersections
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In the fifth episode of RJ's transmedicalism series, they talk about the intersex experience and tie the challenges faced by intersex folks into the gender affirming care conversation. Whether you are new to intersex topics or identify with the intersex experience, this episode offers something for everyone! P.S. My apologies for the late drop, I'm…
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Join Host RJ Quirk (they/them) and Guest Milo Hudson (they/them) on a badass, reverse propaganda joyride. This episode is full of queer joy, anti-nazi resistance, and tons of lessons for contemporary angelic troublemakers. TW: antisemitism, hate crimes, attempted suicide 🌟 Support & Stay Connected 🌟 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and revi…
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In the Closet with Elliot Lane (they/them)
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Join host, RJ Quirk (they/them), in the closet with Eliot Lane (they/them) for the first-ever recorded episode of the Trans Embodiment Podcast! In this episode, they talk about social transition and the nuances of medical transition for people beyond the binary. Note: the audio kinda sucks, please be forgiving! 🌟 Support & Stay Connected 🌟 If you e…
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Unpacking Transmedicalism: The Medical Model
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In the third episode on Transmedicalism, RJ Quirk (they/them) unpacks the history of the medical model in 16 countries across the world, showing how trans people have been systemically forced and coerced into medically altering their bodies to fit a cisgender benchmark for gender presentation in order to be recognized by the state. 🌟 Support & Stay…
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Join RJ (they/them) in the closet with Tucker (he/him), an ex-transmedicalist turned present-day badass, as he unpacks how people get pulled into truscum ideology, what finally cracked his worldview, and the liberating journey out of gatekeeping and into gender joy. 🌟 Support & Stay Connected 🌟 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review th…
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Unpacking Transmedicalism: Who Gets to Be Trans?
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Join host, RJ Quirk (they/them) in the first episode of 6 6-part series where they unpack the controversial ideology of transmedicalism. We explore its historical roots, how it’s weaponized within and outside trans communities, and its impact on trans liberation. Join us as we ask: Who gets to decide what makes someone "trans enough"? 🌟 Support & S…
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Join host RJ Quirk (they/them) as they share their top 5 favorite rest and regulatory tools. 🌟 Support & Stay Connected 🌟 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the podcast—it really helps more people find it! You can also follow and support the show on:📌 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TransEmbodyPod📌 Instagram: https://www.instagr…
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BONUS EPISODE: Behind the Closet Doors with RJ
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Join host RJ Quirk as they dish on a new chapter in their trans embodiment journey. Don't miss this special bonus episode where they really do spill all the T. Special Mention: Dr. Lindsey Pearson 🌟 Support & Stay Connected 🌟 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the podcast—it really helps more people find it! You can also follow and…
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TRANcestor: The Roman Emperor Elagabalus
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Join host, RJ Quirk (they/them) and guest, Holly Heberlein (she/her), as they travel back nearly two millennia to honor one of the earliest recorded transgender women in history: Elagabalus, the Roman empress who ascended to power as a teenager and defied the gender norms of her time. Together, we unpack the imperial archives, historical biases, an…
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In the Closet with Kristen (she/her)
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Join RJ (they/them) and Kristen (she/her) in the closet, where Kristen shares what it's REALLY like to be queer and armed. In this episode, we discuss the nitty gritty of firearm ownership and take a closer look at trans embodiment--this time through the lens of firing lead. Resources:Pink Pistols: https://www.pinkpistols.org/find-a-local-chapter/ …
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Join host, RJ Quirk (they/them), in a deep dive into the history and contemporary landscape of armed resistance. 🌟 Support & Stay Connected 🌟 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the podcast—it really helps more people find it! You can also follow and support the show on:📌 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TransEmbodyPod📌 Instagram:…
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What's that? A trans model/ actor in the 1960's? Albert Einstein even gave her a cute nickname? AND she met Elvis??? Happy TDOV, dear listeners! Join host, RJ (they/them) and special guest, Dez (she/her) as they sit at the feet of trans ancestor and role model, April Ashley. Citations (AKA RJ's Nerd Notes)The Extraordinary Life of April Ashley--TV …
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I’m RJ Quirk (they/them), and I’m so excited to introduce you to Trans Embodiment Podcast—a space for exploring becoming, healing, dreaming, and thriving in politicized bodies. This podcast is for anyone who wants to dive deep into the lived experiences of intersex, transgender, and gender-nonconforming people, while unpacking the intersections of …
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