TransLash Podcast with Imara Jones
Welcome to the TransLash Podcast, a show where we tell trans stories to save trans lives. At a time when anti-trans attacks are being used to undermine democracy and human rights, award-winning journalist Imara Jones brings you the most important conversations for and about the trans community. From celebrations of trans joy to crystal-clear analysis of the latest political developments to discussions about love and sex, the TransLash Podcast keeps listeners informed and reminds us to never lose hope. Produced by TransLash Media. Music: Ben Draghi and also courtesy of ZZK records. Learn more: translash.org/podcasts/translash-podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Show episodes
Last month, reports surfaced that the FBI is considering a new domestic terrorism category: “Transgender Ideology-Inspired Violence and Extremism,” or TIVE. In today’s episode, Imara unpacks what that means—and why it’s so dangerous. First, Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss lays out the state of violent extremism across the po
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Miss Major Griffin-Gracy (1940-2025), an incomparable leader in the fight for trans liberation. In remembrance, we revisit Imara’s conversation with Miss Major from 2023, in which she reflects on her more than 50 years of activism. Miss Major speaks candidly about the importance o
As the political landscape becomes increasingly hostile, it’s more important than ever to source hope from within ourselves and our communities. This week, Imara uncovers some never-before-heard gems from the trans joy archives. With a focus on the incredible community builders we’ve interviewed over the years, this sp
Some stories of transformation are so powerful they transcend time and place. In this episode, Imara talks with Brazilian actress, writer, and producer Darwin Del Fabro about her career and new solo play Lili/Darwin. The one-woman show intertwines her own journey with that of Lili Elbe, one of the first people to under
Introducing The Anti-Trans Hate Machine: The Destruction of Public Schools Right wing forces have taken aim at trans kids in schools, relentlessly targeting some of our country’s most vulnerable youth. In this season, journalist and host Imara Jones investigates this movement, uncovering how these attacks are part of a
Queer and trans media publications are fighting to survive, adapt, and carve out new spaces for our stories to be told. In this episode, Imara sits down with Fran Tirado, the new Editor-in-Chief of Them. Fran reflects on her vision for Conde Naste’s LGBTQ+ publication, how queer stories are a guide to getting free, and
