What Does It Mean to Say Gender Is a Social Construct? Understanding Identity and Freedom
Gender isn’t fake—it’s flexible. Learn what it really means to say gender is a social construct, and why that understanding creates space for freedom, joy, and authenticity.
How to Talk About AIDS in 2025: Language, Advocacy, and Allyship
The way we talk about AIDS matters. Learn how to use accurate terms, share personal stories, and fight stigma with compassion and clarity in 2025.
The Fabulous Evolution of Drag: From Shakespeare to RuPaul and Beyond
From ancient opera stages to global runways, drag has always been more than performance—it’s a reflection of gender, power, and the unshakable spirit of self-expression.
Q&A: Why Some Gendered Words Feel Right—And Others Don’t
Why does being called “ma’am” feel okay, but “sir” doesn’t? In this Q&A, I unpack how gendered words and pronouns affect people differently—especially for those of us living outside the binary.
Even Heroes Have Flaws: Being Good Doesn’t Mean Being Perfect
You can be kind, well-intentioned, and still get it wrong. That doesn’t erase your goodness—it reveals your capacity to grow. Even heroes like Mr. Rogers had blind spots. What matters is listening, learning, and evolving.
What’s in My Pants? Taco Bell. Let’s Talk About Gender, Genitals, and What We All Have in Common
A surprising question in a Taco Bell parking lot leads to an honest (and funny) reflection on gender, genitals, and why what’s in our pants isn’t anyone else’s business.
Lessons from Wicked (And a Very Boring Potato)
When I gave my niece Wicked dolls, I didn’t expect a masterclass in empathy. But thanks to a talking goat, a potato, and a patient dad, that’s exactly what I got.