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Welcome to Dina’s Diner where the pie is always warmed up for you and the coffee has just been brewed. Have a seat while your hostess Dina Amberle talks about the growing presence of TGs in our culture; a male makeup artist who transforms himself into beautiful women; and what’s up with young women who go without nail polish. Is that a fashion trend or are they just lazy? Dina also discusses formerPhiladelphia diva Jeffrey Marsh, who is now a star on Vine. You’ll simply have to read Dina’s Diner to learn what Vine is.
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“Religious fascists outflank and out gun LGBT activists.” That’s what Babs Casbar Siperstein believes happened in Charlotte, NC when they tried to pass an anti-discrimination ordinance. The anti-LGBT groups descended on the City Council and intimidated its members while trans people were harassed in the hallways and restrooms. Babs asks some important questions about what happened in Charlotte.
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Christine Burr was inspired by Angela’s Out & About post from several weeks ago and decided to tell about some of her adventures Out & About mingling with the general population. Christine is lucky in that she is not built like a linebacker so blending in with the other women is not as difficult as it is for some. Today she relates a few general encounters and one that she likes in particular.
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David de Alba is preparing to take the stage this coming June for a show at The Onyx Theatre in Las Vegas. David sent us this assessment of his female impersonation and vocal skills that was written by his friend, former concert pianist and FI historian Linda La Blanche. David invites all readers of TGForum to […]
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The Week In Transgenderism is here! Today we learn that some TG models in India are producing a calendar. Philadelphia will host Wigs and Wings. The killer of Islan Nettles has finally been arrested. Atlantic City has hired a drag ambassador. Restroom Wars continue. Calpernia Addams is Down Under. Facebook has added one more option to its over 50 gender options. The former Saks employee fired for being femme has gotten a settlement. There’s all that and more plus a few TWIT Award waiting for you in TWIT!
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Nobody believes a wild child. People look down upon eccentric teens and weird youthful creatures. Yet if they are consistent and bring it into adulthood they are taken slightly more seriously. Too many young people are taken as going through phases, fads and having whims. But who is to say that phases, fads and whims […]
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Pamela DeGroff has a review of the Georgie Jessup documentary film, Woman in A Man’s Suit and video of Georgie performing the song the title is based on. Then Pamela digs into music news about trans artists Storm Florez, Rev. Yolanda, Shawna Virago and finished up the column with mini music reviews on the latest CD releases by Rumer, Olly Murs, Jimmy Somerville and Zara Larson.
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Christine Zee felt that her neck needed to be smoothed and the trachea bump had to go. She investigated the options for a tracheal shave and picked a surgeon she trusted. What is it like to commit to having your neck opened and your trachea reduced? How is the recovery process? Is Christine happy that she elected to have her trachea shaved? Read Tracheal Reduction — Another Step and learn the answers.
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Wonder why some are tomboys who would rather play the sport and some are cheerleaders for the team? Wonder why some are strong competitors while others are cooperators? It’s in the genes, not just the jeans. The recent article in Nature highlighted in the 2 March 2015 issue TWIT column, gives scientific support to the ancient […]
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The Texas ‘T’ Party was a huge, really huge gathering of the transgender community held for a number of years in the early 1990s in San Antonio. The chief organizers were Linda and Cynthia Phillips. One was transgender the other was her wife. Linda Jensen recalls the Texas “T” Party and tells about the effect it had on her life.
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Attention all crossdressing co-eds, our college girl, Chanelle Nirok, has put together a video series on how to crossdress and have fun while you’re living in the dorm. Is that possible? Dorm life is a bit restrictive so how does a young CD express herself in that environment? Chapelle will educate you in this video.
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All the TG news we could find! It’s The Week In Transgenderism. Andreja Pejic walks the runway for the first time after her surgery. Do goats flirt with their long eyelashes? One trans woman writes about how transition changed her exercise program. The first photo of Eddie Redmayne in character as Lili Elbe is released. Is it wrong for cis actors to portray trans characters? A drag icon in Washington, D.C. has passed away. David de Alba returns to the stage in June. Joey Arias plays Lincoln Center. All that and more plus a few TWIT Awards is waiting for you in TWIT!
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Dana Bevan reviews the scientifically established facts about the transgender condition. From the simple definitions needed to discuss transgender issues on into the DNA of trans people, the discredited theories of why we are transgendered, and the best estimates of how many humans are transgendered. Be prepared. There will be a blue book exam after you’ve read Dana’s column.
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Hollywood, CA – What do you get when you mashup Comic-Con, BeautyCon and Hello Kitty Con? RuPaul’s DragCon, of course. It’s the first ever convention that celebrates “the art of drag, queer culture and self-expression for all” and will launch May 16-17 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. RuPaul’s DragCon will kick off the Gay […]
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Cate O’Malley looks at the process she went through to “come out” at work and she likens it to becoming The Visible Woman. While before her transition she kept the woman within hidden away, after transition and letting her bosses and co-workers know her true identity she feels like the educational toy from the 1950s — she has become The Visible Woman.
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How many “good ” Christians spend their time pointing out people’s sins without ever admitting to the sins they commit? Our Christian correspondent, Meggan Sommerville, sees them everywhere. The have that “holier than thou” attitude that is certainly not something Jesus ever taught. What is the solution to this over abundance of judgment? Meggan has a suggestion.
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Nikki Nicole has some advice for those who put themselves out there on social media in the big, bad world. There may be times that small minded, insecure people attack you because of who and what you are. Nikki shares her secret strategy on how to deal with the abuse. Oops! Now it’s not a secret anymore.
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And now, all the transgender news in the world! Okay, not all but a good bit of it. Today we learn that the Army has a new policy on trans soldier discharges. Students “liberate” a men’s room from gender oppression. A Congressman is proud of his trans granddaughter. Jennifer Finney-Boylan thinks there’s more work to be done. What Pope Frances said about TGs. The new trans character on “Grey’s Anatomy.” Don’t forget Eden Lane. A TG cheerleader raises her voice to oppose an oppressive bill. All that and a lot more, plus several TWITS are waiting for you right now.
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Today Sophie Lynne takes a look at what has happened to her in the last few years. She examines her fears from the past and her fears for the present. She finds that the fear of being “outed” that was once so prominent in her mind has taken a back seat. It’s no longer a factor since she has “outed” herself to everyone important. But she still has some fears. Find out what they are in today’s post.
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It’s winter, and you want to go out dressed to impress. What good is it to pick out a great outfit when you have to bundle up and hide it? After all, in cold weather the first thing people notice about you is your outerwear. Wear a great outfit but make sure the first impressions you create are also stylish. Lorraine Anderson has some hints for how to make your coat and accessories just the first layer of fashion fun.
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Christine-Jane has been commenting on the crossdressing lifestyle for years. First appearing in trans-magazines and newsletters before there was an Internet, she now comes to TGForum to skewer crossdresser foibles and fears with her pens and pencils. If the ladies in her cartoons seem familiar it’s because they are. We’ve all either met them or been them. Today: The clergyman’s dilemma.
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Are you in a nail color rut? Have you been doing the same thing for years and it’s starting to seem a bit stale? Today Victoria Williams takes a look at nail color and offers her advice on how to experiment with some of those “other” colors of polish that you see in the nail polish display at the store. If you’ve been thinking it’s time for a change check out Victoria’s advice.
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Our TGForum resident party girl, Christine Zee, attended an impromptu gathering of ladies who had all been at the Erie Gala and decided to “go west” for a get-together in Detroit. The girls all met there and made a weekend of it in January. Christine reports on the fun that was had despite the single digit temperatures and snow.
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Trans people want their rights — their toilet rights! But the forces of ignorance are aligned against us. While in some places in the world the public restroom is open to both genders (like on “Boston Legal” and in Europe) here we segregate males and females and this causes problems for some people. Some people including trans people. Today Angela shares her thoughts in the Restroom Wars.
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Laverne Cox has a new gig. She moves from prison to the courtroom in a show called “Doubt.” A reality show follows trans women around Kansas City. Kristen Beck is going into politics. We’ve got a review of the new film “Boy Meets Girl.” Photos of men dressed as women in the 1800s. John Cameron Mitchell is back as Hedwig. Nikki Araguz wins her case. Chelsea Manning gets her hormones. All that a lot more is waiting for you in TWIT!
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Hip pad. Do you need them to attain your perfect femme figure? Today Tasi Zurich explores hip enhancement, discussing styles that add hip width, and she looks into what’s available to create an alluring derrière commercially and home brew. If your femme curves are not up to par then Tasi’s blog on hip pads is a must read. She also includes some videos.
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