This week Carmen is all alone in the closet again, covering the news. The good the bad and the UGLY...Farewell Kitara Ravache! Footnotes: Trans Patients Being Dropped As Florida Law Bans "Up To 80%" Of Adult Gender Affirming Care Maryland Just Took Steps to Expand Gender-Affirming Care and Protect Abortion | Them Trans lawmaker Zooey Zephyr proposes to journalist girlfriend at queer prom - LGBTQ Nation First on CNN: Rep. George Santos charged by Justice Department in federal probe For more from ...
May 15, 2023•10 min
In this episode, we sit down with Mia Rose , the anti-fascist tactical trans e-girl from Eugene, Oregon. We discuss the importance of arming trans women and other marginalized groups, as well as the challenges they face when learning how to operate firearms. Mia shares her personal experiences with being a gun dealer as a trans woman, and her place in advancing the understanding of firearms in the liberal landscape. She also talks about navigating the aftermath of the recent school shooting in N...
May 10, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In minisode number 4 it's as if Janie Danger never left… Carmen and Janie discuss this week's news, by following up with Montana state house rep. Zooey Zephyr, Florida’s Pronoun bill…and more! Can you tell we’re running out of things to celebrate? Footnotes: Judge rejects Zooey Zephyr bid to return to Montana House | AP News Trans lawmaker Zooey Zephyr and girlfriend Erin Reed targeted in 'swat' attack: 'We will not be deterred' Florida Republicans pass school bills on pronouns, diversity | AP N...
May 08, 2023•17 min
This week Carmen chats with friend Kloá Audrey Hall about the dynamics of a straight trans woman and straight cis man in a relationship and marriage, and how factors from outside of the relationship can cause stress. The two discuss their personal stories, the double standard of infertility trans women face, the dysphoria that comes from infertility, misogyny, trans misogyny, and healthcare disparities that post-op trans women face in the gynecology field. For more from Carmen and more Beauty Tr...
May 03, 2023•31 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In the 3rd installment of the minisode series, Carmen welcomes back friend of the pod Janie Danger to discuss the latest news in the trans community. They discuss why they fucking hate it here: The censure of Montana legislator Zooey Zephyr, and the murder of black trans woman and star of the movie “Kokomo City” Rasheeda Williams aka Koko Da Doll, in Atlanta. Then the two celebrate Minnesota and Washington states becoming the latest safe haven states for abortion and gender affirming care access...
May 01, 2023•35 min
On this episode of Beauty Translated, Carmen sits down with her childhood hero, Calpernia Addams to discuss her life and legacy. Calpernia takes us on a journey from her upbringing in the South to serving in the military and eventually becoming a Nashville showgirl in the 90s. The trajectory of her life took a tragic turn with the murder of her boyfriend Barry Winchell, which led her to move to Chicago and eventually meet Andrea James, with whom she started Deep Stealth Productions. Calpernia sh...
Apr 26, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 3
This Monday minisode welcomes back Rylie to the pod. Carmen and Rylie talk about the tragic murder of Ashley Burton, a black trans woman based in Atlanta, the state of Missouri and their recent ban on gender affirming care for children and adults - why they fucking hate it here. Then the two congratulate the state of Colorado for recently becoming a safe haven for gender affirming care and abortion access. And finally they talk ALL about Rylie’s debut single “ HOE SH!T ” and what is coming next ...
Apr 24, 2023•16 min
In the first minisode, Carmen addresses recent news related to trans students in sports, and the Biden administration's lackluster response - (Why she "fucking hates it here"). And the recent executive order making New Jersey a safe haven for trans individuals (let's celebrate that!). For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @thecarmenlaurent & @beautytranslatedpod! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 17, 2023•6 min
Carmen talks with renowned author Julia Serano about her 2007 book Whipping Girl that defined trans feminism, and how those concepts hold up today- and maybe even need to be reintroduced to younger generations of queer and trans people. They also discuss her 2019 book Sexed Up and how some of those concepts may explain the current wave of gay and trans people being labeled as "groomers" by the rising Christo-facist movement in the US. Topics include: Trans misogyny and effemimania in the current...
Apr 12, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Beauty Translated is back! And is bolder and more transsexual than ever before. Join us April 12th for all new conversations with friends, authors, elders, and trail-blazers. We are diving into the discourse going on within and outside of the trans community. Look forward to new full length episodes weekly on Wednesdays, plus - Monday minisodes to help you keep up with the latest news in the trans community! Beauty Translated is proud to be a part of the Outspoken network from iHeartpods. Follow...
Apr 05, 2023•2 min
In the season 1 finale of Beauty Translated Carmen is in the closet one more time with an old friend. Janie Danger is a punk musician from Atlanta who is also a hilarious follow online. We talk about her sound and music, her latest album “Sensitive Skin” is streaming everywhere! Other topics include: negative trans representation in media, significant moments of her transition, normalcy of the trans experience, transphobia disguised as allyship, the queerness of the punk rock scene, captialism d...
Sep 14, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In another walk down memory lane, Carmen talks with an old friend from back in the days of myspace. Rylie also known by her stage name RubberChild is a member of the House of Avalon, a makeup artist, a drag performer, and internet personality. Topics include: giving Carmen her name, performing drag in Miami and LA, discovering Rylie’s true self, and her gender affirming journey. For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod ! See omnystudio.com/li...
Sep 07, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Joining us today is THE Atlanta drag diva and 50% of the Good Judy podcast - Brigitte Bidet ! In this special and hilarious crossover episode Carmen and Brigitte discuss: Metronormativity, professional dancing, theater, being booked and busy with drag, how southern trans women inspired her drag, trans misogyny and MORE! For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 31, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 10
This week Carmen sits down with another one of her sisters, the internationally known producer and DJ; Zaida Zane . Zaida discusses her sound, inspirations, and the role drag played in her future career making electronic music. We also touch on the rich history of trans women making electronic music, cis people and their trans fascinations, why she doesn’t consider where she’s from “home,” and what its like touring the world as a DJ! For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLa...
Aug 24, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Carmen sits down with one of her trans children, Mae Callaway , to talk about growing up on a farm, her religious upbringing, and how she eventually found freedom to be who she really was by getting to know another trans person for the first time. Other topics include: gender affirming surgeries, performing drag, relationships and dating. For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 17, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This week may very well be Beauty Translated's most important episode so far! My guest is the founder and president of the Trans Formations Project , Alex Petrovnia . Alex is breaking down the work the Trans Formations Project does - tracking anti-trans legislation currently sweeping the country. Listen to Alex explain the mains types of bills- and why they are not succeeding in many cases- and stay tuned at the end of the episode to learn what YOU can do to help. This episode may be tough for s...
Aug 10, 2022•53 min
Carmen sits down with Shamari-Rene Cherry AKA ShaSha Chanel, mother and founder of the ballroom house of Chanel, about how she found her niche as a black trans woman in aesthetics. We talk about how she grew her beauty business, Diamond Facez , and how she became the first trans woman recognized as esthetician of the year 2022 at the Beauty & Barber Bosses awards. We also discuss with ShaSha the struggles- and the beauty, of being a trans woman in esthetics and in the world at large. For mor...
Aug 03, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Carmen sits down with Atlanta barber (voted best hairstylist 2021 by Atlanta Magazine) Frankie Love Edwards and his wife, burlesque artist Candi LeCoeur. Carmen discusses with Frankie the importance of removing gender from hair services, and how he creates a more inclusive salon space at “Every Head is my Canvas.” Frankie even has some grooming advice for baby trans guys! Then we talk with Frankie and Candi about everything from transitioning while married to a cis (and very supportive) partner,...
Jul 27, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 5
This week Carmen talks with trans family-man Nick Bowser about parenthood and married life. He shares what it was like to be recognized as a pregnant man in public, and how the experience was both difficult and rewarding for him and his wife, Bianca. They also discuss the importance of removing gender from pregnancy, and how small changes can mean the world of a difference to make someone feel included. You can check out Bianca's story in episode two! For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, ...
Jul 20, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Carmen talks with author & community leader Gabrielle Claiborne about taking a leap of faith to begin her transition at the age of 50, how that affected her family & friendships, and how she had to reimagine her Pentecostal upbringing to accept herself as a transgender woman. We also discuss the mission of her organization Transformation Journeys Worldwide - which aims to bring trans inclusion to all workplaces. For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @b...
Jul 13, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Carmen sits down with Miss Trans USA 2020 Bianca Nicole Bowser to discuss her humble beginnings in drag clubs & pageants, growing her drag career while also starting a family with her husband Nick. For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 06, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Carmen invites her sister Violet Chachki on to help tell her story of growing up in the small town south, moving out on their own in Atlanta, the start of Violet's drag career and Carmen's transition, the wig snatching fight they had in the club, and Carmen gets Violet's perspective on gender fluid identity. For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 29, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Introducing Beauty Translated - The show that celebrates the stories and lives of the amazing transgender individuals living in the Southeastern United States. Whether they are making a difference for their communities, or just being visible and vocal about their transness, get to know these incredible trans people today! Each episode, host Carmen Laurent sits down with a different guest to discuss their stories and why they think TRANS IS BEAUTIFUL. Follow now to be the first to know when Beaut...
Jun 08, 2022•1 min
