Dem Bois Podcast
This podcast aims to serve as a platform to highlight and amplify the voices of trans men of color and share our transition stories. The Dem Bois Podcast will also cover other issues related to being a trans man of color, such as dating, fitness, sex, mental health, family, and other topics related to our existence. The podcast aims to amplify trans men of color voices and raise awareness of our lived experiences.
Episodes
114 episodes
Breaking Free from Conventional Femininity with denim {d} chang
When you think about masculinity and vulnerability, you may not think they work together, but they do! And in this episode of Dem Bois Podcast, denim chang tells us how. He also shares personal experiences with conventional femininity, healing ...
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Season 4
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Episode 112
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1:02:19
Staying Connected to Humanity in Chaos with Simran Chugani
Think about anger like a pot of boiling water. If the fire keeps burning when all the water is boiled, the pot will eventually catch fire. And if you allow your anger to boil over, your body will pay the price. And we dive deeper into this conc...
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Season 4
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Episode 111
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1:05:17
Finding Community Through Visibility and Fitness with Miles
Finding community is something we discuss often on Dem Bois Podcast. Why? Because it is important! And in this episode, Miles and I emphasize the significance of community, confidence, and visibility, as well as the challenges and triumphs face...
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Season 4
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Episode 110
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1:05:51
Unapologetically Black, Trans, and Pregnant with Keo Ruiz-O’Neal
I say it all the time and I will continue to say it: “Children are a blessing!” They are innocent beings that deserve love and care, and that is the basis of my conversation with Keo Ruiz-O’Neal on this episode of Dem Bois Podcast. Keo is our f...
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Season 4
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Episode 109
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1:07:54
Embracing Sex Positivity and Freedom with Gabe Tha Babe
What would society look like if we could all be ourselves with no repercussions? I can’t be sure, but we touch on it in this episode of Dem Bois Podcast. Today’s guest is Gabe Tha Babe, a multidisciplinary artist and community organizer, and we...
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Season 4
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Episode 108
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58:03
The Complexities and Phases of Gender Awakening with Taj Taylor
One thing we don’t get to talk about often is the role that fashion can play in gender awakening and identity. But in this episode of Dem Bois Podcast, our guest Taj Taylor brings it to the forefront of the conversation. Today we discuss family...
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Season 4
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Episode 107
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1:18:05
Extracting Closure From a Past Situation with Shawn Aaron
Why is it so important to express your feelings? Because people aren’t mind readers and if you don’t express yourself, they may never know how you feel. And, I had to learn this the hard way. This episode of Dem Bois Podcast is a solo episode w...
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Season 4
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Episode 106
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38:05
Exploring Gender Identity in the Ballroom Scene with Jota & Calvin
A recurring theme on Dem Bois Podcast is the importance of friendship and chosen family. And in this episode, I sit down with two friends who have become family. Today I talk to Jota and Calvin, and we discuss the impact of community, the inter...
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Season 4
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Episode 105
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1:07:05
Trailer
Welcome to Dem Bois Podcast! This podcast aims to serve as a platform to highlight and amplify the voices of trans men of color as we share our transition stories, discuss mental health, fitness, parenthood, and many other issues that are relat...
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Advocating for Trans Equality and Resilience with Devon Ojeda, PhD
In this episode of Dem Bois Podcast I have an amazing conversation with Devon Ojeda, about the importance of community, identity, and resilience in the face of adversity. Devon shares their personal journey, including their experiences with tra...
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Season 4
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Episode 104
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1:08:39
Building Brotherhood Using Unconditional Love with Kalvin Byrd
Did you know that there are people in the world that will love you for free? People that will hold space for you with no conditions whatsoever… And that is pretty much the message of this episode of Dem Bois Podcast. Today I sit down with Kalvi...
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Season 4
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Episode 103
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1:13:15
Navigating Gender Expressions and Expectations with Kai Marshall Green
We all fail at gender, trans and cis folks. We don’t fit into the rigid boxes society has created for us because binary rules are flawed. And in this episode of Dem Bois Podcast, we dive into this concept. Today’s guest is Kai Marshall Green, a...
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Season 4
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Episode 102
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50:30
Building Your Best Life, Brick by Brick with Olíver Eluz Infante
The life you want doesn’t just happen. You have to build it! And, in this episode of Dem Bois Podcast, my guest Olíver Eluz Infante tells us how he is building the life of his dreams, brick by brick. Today we discuss the importance of mutual ai...
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Season 4
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Episode 101
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1:04:20
Celebration of the 100th Episode with Shawn Aaron
This is the 100th episode of Dem Bois Podcast! And I am so grateful to each and every listener, whether you’ve been rocking with us since episode one or if you’re just tuning in today. Thank you! In this milestone episode, I take the guest role...
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Season 4
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Episode 100
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1:11:46
Dem Bois Highlight Series Part 7; with Jasmine Gary aka Pink Lady
Wow! We have almost made it to the 100th episode of Dem Bois Podcast, and our producer Jasmine Gary aka Pink Lady has been rocking with us since episode one. In this episode we discuss the evolution of the podcast, the importance of amplifying ...
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Season 4
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Episode 99
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41:21
The Collection of Encouragement Series; Part 1
This episode of Dem Bois Podcast is part 1 of our new encouragement series. It features sound bites from various episodes that highlight themes of self-worth, identity, and resilience. The clips explore non-binary identity, the journey of self-...
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Season 4
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Episode 98
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26:04
Dem Bois is More Than a Podcast with Shawn Aaron
Did you know that Dem Bois Podcast is an extension of Dem Bois Inc.? Well in this episode, I’m going to tell you all about it! Today I discuss the history and mission of Dem Bois, Inc. I reflect on the journey of the podcast, its impact on the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 97
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28:29
Season 3 Finale - Episode of Empowerment with Alexander Rey Simon-Perez
I wanted to do something different to end season 3 of Dem Bois Podcast. So, in this episode, you will hear a voice you’ve already heard. Alexander Rey Perez is back and today we are talking all about empowerment, mental health, and person...
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Season 3
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Episode 96
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36:31
Having Faith and Knowing That You’re Worthy with Alexander Rey Simon-Perez
What does loving yourself actually mean? In this episode, we answer that question. Today I sit down with Alexander Rey Simon-Perez, sharing their journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and the importance of community support. Alexander discuss...
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Season 3
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Episode 95
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41:41
Dem Bois Highlight Series Part 6; Visibility = Possibility™️ with Zyon Aijon
Visibility equals possibility! You hear it all the time on this show, but now I’m giving you a peak behind the scenes of how that phrase operates at Dem Bois Inc. Today, on Dem Bois Podcast, I sit down with Zyon Aijon, one of our brand collabor...
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Season 3
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Episode 94
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27:11
Navigating Identity While Learning and Healing with Maxx
In this episode of Dem Bois Podcast, my guest Maxx and I discuss his journey of healing and learning, identity, and the complexities of navigating race and gender in various spaces. Maxx shares personal experiences with choosing their name, liv...
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Season 3
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Episode 93
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1:02:30
Breaking Barriers and Advocating for the South with Demarco Lord
I’ve said it once on this podcast and I will say it again: you don’t have to have surgery to be a trans man! You don’t have to do anything you don’t want to do. You just have to feel comfortable in your body and do what is best for you! And tha...
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Season 3
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Episode 92
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1:12:07
Navigating Identity, Activism, and Culture with Nat Moghe
Gender affirming care is not just for trans folks. It is for everyone! And gender affirming care doesn’t have to mean surgery. It could mean wearing clothes that feel comfortable to you! And we dive deeper into this topic on this episode of Dem...
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Season 3
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Episode 91
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1:03:54
Finding Peace and Harmony Beyond Identity with Jay Moton
If you don’t learn anything else from this podcast, please learn to choose yourself first! In a way that’s what this episode is all about. Today on Dem Bois Podcast, my guest Jay Moten shares his journey of self-discovery and healing through se...
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Season 3
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Episode 90
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1:07:13
The Intersection of Identity and Creativity with Cowboy Poet Grayson Thompson
It is really important to center grace in your life, especially right now with everything going on in the world. So I’m excited to introduce today’s guest on Dem Bois Podcast, because he went so far as to use the word “grace” in his name. In th...
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Season 3
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Episode 89
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1:03:46
