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The Week In Transgenderism 8/31/15

angela_g | Aug 31, 2015 | Reply

What time is it? Time for The Week In Transgenderism! All the trans news from around the world condensed into one heaping helping. Today we learn all about Candis Cayne, hear about Dr. Drew’s shows devoted to trans issues and get informed about a new Stonewall movie that has the trans community up in arms. There are several stories about trans women from around the world. There is some criticism of The NYT’s coverage of trans issues but they did a cover article on Phyllis Randolph Frye. Wayne Brady will be the next to don the Kinky Boots. A Walk on the Wild Side video has surfaced. All that and a lot more is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 8/24/15

angela_g | Aug 24, 2015 | Reply

The Week In Transgenderism is here and it’s packed with all the TG news we could find! Today we learn that there’s a new trans employee on The White House staff. NCTE is conducting an online survey. There’s a trans housewife on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Three cities will soon have a new trans health resource. The BBC trans comedy has a trailer. Drag Race star Willam makes videos for WeHo. Vanity Fair puts out a special trans issue. Another trans girl is nominated for homecoming queen. Starz comedy Blunt Talk features a trans actress. Caitlyn Jenner could be charged with vehicular manslaughter. All that and a few TWIT Awards is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 8/10/15

angela_g | Aug 10, 2015 | Reply

It’s The Week In Transgenderism! All the stories about trans people we could find in the news of the world. Today we learn a True Blood actor showed up at a film premium all glammed up. Jose Conseco wants to “honor” Caitlyn Jenner by living as a woman for a week. Doctor Who will feature a trans actress in a cis role. Candis Cayne will be rocking Montreal Pride. Seattle’s Gender Odyssey kicks off Aug. 20. A trans character gets married this week on The Bold and the Beautiful. Ryan Cassata accuses American Idol of trying to use trans people. A cartoonist documents the ordeal of 17 Malaysian trans women. Trans people are at higher risk for eating disorders. A trans woman runs for Venezuela’s Congress. All that and more plus a few TWIT Awards is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 8/3/15

angela_g | Aug 3, 2015 | Reply

It’s The Week In Transgenderism! All the news about trans people from around the world, mashed together into one tasty TG treat! Today we learn that an actress in NYC was inspired to come out as trans by the same-sex marriage decision. The Pentagon study on trans troops started today. Men who are attracted by trans women demand some respect. The all-trans modeling agency announces is roster of models. A male body builder comes out as a trans woman. Verka Seduchka hits the U.S. market. Trans porn is a big thing for straight males. A Digital Transgender Archive is starting. Caitlyn Jenner’s first episode airs and she shows her conservative views. Bathroom wars heat up. Jazz Jennings is profiled in The Advocate. A drag queen becomes a hero. All that and more plus a few TWIT Awards is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 7/27/15

angela_g | Jul 27, 2015 | Reply

It’s all the trans news that fits! The Week In Transgenderism is here! Today we learn that Andreja Pejic has taken up dancing — with Taylor Swift. Despite the ACA saying trans people cannot be kept from healthcare insurance companies are doing that. Caitlyn, Caitlyn, Caitlyn. She’s everywhere! Meet 8 trans models who are doing big things. More trans people are transitioning to Judaism. There’s Conchita Wurst news. Jayne County did a show last week. All that and more plus a few TWIT Awards is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 7/20/15

angela_g | Jul 20, 2015 | Reply

It’s The Week In Transgenderism! Today we learn that Jazz Jennings’ new reality show has debuted. Are trans celebs fair game for comedians? Family Circle magazine shocks readers with an FtM child. Nick on The Bold and the Beautiful is played by a trans man. There’s a movie about Jinx Monsoon. Charles Busch is at 54 Below. RuPaul has a new album. Trans are closer to serving openly in the military. All that and more plus a few TWIT Awards is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 7/13/15

angela_g | Jul 13, 2015 | Reply

It’s all the transgender news we could find and assemble in one place — The Week In Transgenderism. Today we learn about a pop metal singer named Ladybeard. We find out that West Virginia has modified their driver’s license photo rules. Outfest is screening several trans-centric films in L.A. We also learn who are the most memorable trans characters in indie film. There’s news about voice programs for TG kids, the most spectacular drag shows in the world, and Caitlyn Jenner. Oh, and Big Freedia has written a book. It’s all in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 7/6/15

angela_g | Jul 6, 2015 | Reply

The Week In Transgenderism is here! Today we learn that Vicky Vox is in Magic Mike XXL. John Oliver knocks down some harmful myths about trans people. The Girl Scouts give back a $100,00 donation. Frontline features trans issues. The Prancing Elites are making a good impression. There’s a website where you can share info on your medical practitioners. The Miss Transgender U.K. contest is getting underway. Drag speak has influenced our language. A corsets through history exhibit is running in NYC. All that and more is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 6/29/15

angela_g | Jun 29, 2015 | Reply

It’s The Week In Transgenderism, our weekly compendium of trans news from around the world. Today we learn that “Bond Girl” Tula is featured in Playboy. We meet some British trans icons. Trans in the military make the news. A trans woman heckles the POTUS. A young adult book author announces he is FtM. Kristin Beck is in a congressional race. Get travel tips from Andreja Pejic. St. Catherine’s College changes its dress code. All that and more is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 6/22/15

angela_g | Jun 22, 2015 | Reply

It’s our gigantic compilation of all the trans news we could find — The Week In Transgenderism. Today we learn that there’s a trans contestant on Big Brother. Charles Busch has some favorite drag performers. Nicole Maines is on a dramatic television show. A British police woman was not your typical TS. In honor of Father’s Day we feature a drag queen dad. A trans woman sings the national anthem. Another actor on Orange is the New Black is gender fluid. Pandora Boxx has produced a workout DVD. There’s all that and more, plus several TWIT Awards waiting for you in today’s TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 6/8/15

angela_g | Jun 8, 2015 | Reply

Famed female impersonator Jim Bailey has passed away. Of course Caitlyn looks fabulous but you would too with her glamor team. Jon Stewart points out that Caitlyn is being treated like a lady by some of the media. OSHA steps into the Restroom Wars. A new reality show about a dad’s transition comes to ABC Family. The TG nominee for Pennsylvania’s physician general is a step closer to getting the job. A trans woman in Utah runs for office. Facebook is still dropping queen’s pages. All that and a lot more is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 6/1/15

angela_g | Jun 1, 2015 | Reply

Jazz Jennings is in the Irish news. An Indian trans woman heads a college. Australian indigenous trans people have a champion. Philadelphia will raise the trans flag. A female drag queen and a straight drag queen couple are the hottest club kids in NYC. OSHA steps into the restrooms for TGs tussle. Will Violet Chachki win Drag Race? Canadians have a long wait for GRS. Another trans model signs with a major agency. Charles Busch has taken his act on the road. All that and a lot more is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 5/25/15

angela_g | May 25, 2015 | Reply

All the trans news we could find is hereby assembled for you in one gigantic column we call The Week In Transgenderism! Today we learn that Andreja Pejic has landed a cosmetics company modeling gig. The NYT publishes a TG timeline. A new actor will put on Hedwig’s wig. Conchita Wurst flew in to the Eurovision Song Contest. The Girl Scouts are standing by their inclusion of trans girls. Bruce Jenner is the subject of a Kardashians episode. Grayson Perry is a biker. All that and a lot more are waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 5/18/15

angela_g | May 18, 2015 | Reply

Bruce Jenner coming out has gotten interest up in trans issues. Kristen Beck is not happy about that. Miley Cyrus doesn’t like being restricted to a femme gender. Another performer named Shamir is not concerned with his gender. Indonesia’s bissu are making a come back. Geena Rocero is working with the HRC. Fashion model Gisele Alicea is featured in Glamour. The Elle Fanning trans man movie gets distribution. A truck driver came out as trans and got support from her fellow truckers. All that and a lot more are waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 5/11/15

angela_g | May 11, 2015 | Reply

All the TG news that fits! Another trans girl is elected prom queen. Smith college changes it’s trans policy. The New York Times has a series on trans. Have you seen “Screaming Queen”? A former cop now impersonates Beyonce. A trans woman sues Barnes & Noble. OSHA weighs in on the need for restrooms for all. Fallon Fox took inspiration from Bruce Jenner. Laverne Cox is on the cover of Variety. Atlanta, there’s a new conference in town. Miley Cyrus honors Leelah Alcorn. All that and more plus a few TWIT Awards is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 5/4/15

angela_g | May 4, 2015 | Reply

It’s that time again — time for The Week In Transgenderism! Today we learn that the Serbian Army major who was asked to resign when she became a woman has won a battle. A club for TG kids has started in St. Louis. The Bold and the Beautiful will be adding a handsome trans man. A White House proclamation says let TGs adopt. A trans woman in Utah is the prom queen. A transition success story from Canada. Another trans actress gets a role in a Netflix show. Rick Santorum respects Bruce Jenner’s gender. Smith College is opening admission to trans woman. All that and a lot more is packed into this week’s TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 4/27/15

angela_g | Apr 27, 2015 | Reply

What’s in the TG news? Today we learn that Andreja Pejic has been profiled in the May issue of Vogue. Univision network has done a special on trans Latinos. Chase Culpepper gets an apology from South Carolina’s DMV. The Michigan Womyn’s Festival is shutting down. Bruce Jenner! Restroom wars continue! Laverne Cox speaks out. Could RuPaul become the next Fashion Police host? Amy Schumer interviewed a trans woman on her comedy show. Controversy ensued. All that plus a few TWITs and some other news is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 4/20/15

angela_g | Apr 20, 2015 | Reply

The Week In Transgenderism is on the air! With all the trans news you need and a few TWIT Awards, too. Today we learn about Kenyan trans woman who is an activist in her country. Laverne Cox posed nude for Allure. The Texas bathroom bill has been withdrawn. Trans actresses are getting more roles. A Girl Scouts troop is seeking trans girls as members. Parents in Maine were upset when their kids were read Jazz Jennings’ book. A trans man may be on the cover of a men’s health magazine. There’s drag on campus all over the U.S. Iran: Part of the Axis of Evil or sex-change capitol? All that and more is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 4/13/15

angela_g | Apr 13, 2015 | Reply

All the TG news that’s fit to print! It’s TWIT! Today we learn that a trans woman has won a battle with the army. Elton John and Michael Stipe scold Georgia for mistreatment of a TG prisoner. Bruce Jenner news and controversy. Your DNA may reveal why you’re trans. Kristen Beck is honored. The White House condemns “reparative” therapy. Chinese trans TV hosts and Japanese transvestite TV host robots. More on the soldier who killed a Filipina woman. A remake of Rocky Horror? All that and more is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 4/6/15

angela_g | Apr 6, 2015 | Reply

What’s happened lately in the world of transgenderism? Lady Ellen’s finishing school for CDs was in the news. NCTE pulled an April Fool’s joke. Female athletes with too much male hormone and a trans woman athlete facing discrimination were in the news. The DOJ has weighed in on trans issues in schools and prisons. Trans Mormons are coming out. A gay and trans gang is getting into the fashion biz. The International Transgender Day of Visibility happened. There are more roles opening for trans actors. All that and a few TWITs make up this edition of The Week In Transgenderism!

The Week In Transgenderism 3/30/15

angela_g | Mar 30, 2015 | Reply

It’s The Week In Transgenderism! Jazz Jennings was on television. Rene Richards talks about her coming out in the ’70s. The TG community is miffed with Zoey Tur. A trans man teen takes his own life. More photos of Eddie Redmayne as The Danish Girl. Trans hirstory in L.A. A video interview with David de Alba. Trans books for kids. Legislation. Restrooms. We’ve got it all in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 3/23/15

angela_g | Mar 23, 2015 | Reply

It’s another edition of The Week In Transgenderism! Today we learn that Andreja Pejic is promoting her documentary about trans issues in Australia. Trans activists are calling for Zoey Tur’s resignation. There’s a trans character on The Bold and the Beautiful. A trans man was featured on CBS News. Another trans man was treated very badly by a hospital. Protests happened in L..A. and several TWIT Awards are handed out in this edition of TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 3/16/15

angela_g | Mar 16, 2015 | Reply

A young trans woman in England claims she can’t get a job because she’s a TS. New developments in Restroom Wars. Teen author and activist Jazz Jennings gets a modeling job and a TV show. There’s a new TG support group in Alaska and in Pennsylvania they’re gathering TG stories. Bruce Jenner’s transition reality show is on hold. A San Francisco drag queen is the new Mr. Leather. All that plus more and a few TWIT Awards is waiting for you in TWIT!

The Week In Transgenderism 3/9/15

angela_g | Mar 9, 2015 | Reply

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!

The Week In Transgenderism 2/23/15

angela_g | Feb 23, 2015 | Reply

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.

The Week In Transgenderism 2/16/15

angela_g | Feb 16, 2015 | Reply

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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