Bringing you the latest in trans community news, events and discussion. Tranzmission's mission is to amplify the trans and gender diverse voices of Magandjin/Brisbane and beyond.
This week on Tranzmission, Ez (he/him) speaks with New York City–based correspondent Fae Weichsel (she/her) for a powerful conversation on trans survival, resistance, and hope in the United States.
Together, they unpack the current political climate shaped by the rise of Trumpism and the MAGA movement, and what it means for trans communities navigating a wave of restrictive legislation across multiple states.
The conversation traces the long history of trans resistance from the Stonewall uprising to today with a particular focus on the vital leadership, resistance, and community care, not to forget the work of Black trans women throughout the US queer liberation movement.
But this episode doesn’t stop at crisis.
Community is The Antidote is about turning toward each other sharing tools, knowledge, and strategies for collective care, resistance, survival, and joy. Ez and Fae explore how chosen family, underground networks, resource sharing, and storytelling have long acted as forms of community defence, sustaining trans lives across generations.
Throughout the episode, Fae also reshares a powerful speech she delivered at a vigil several years ago, reflecting on grief, solidarity, and the ongoing fight for trans liberation.
Together, they examine how mutual aid, community wisdom, and trans-led organising continue to build power and create futures beyond fear.
This is an episode about truth, solidarity, and above all... hope.
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