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Dem Bois Podcast

Shawn Aaron
Trans Men Of Color
Mental Health
Transgender Issues
Dem Bois Inc
Community Support
Family Dynamics
Dem Bois Podcast
Trans Rights
Dem Bois
Gender Identity
Death and Dying
Transgender Identity
Funeral Directing
Visibility and Representation
Allyship
Ballroom Culture
Visibility Equals Possibility
Parenting
Florida
Community Building

This podcast aims to serve as a platform to highlight and amplify the voices of trans men of color and share our transition stories. The Dem Bois Podcast will also cover other issues related to being a trans man of color, such as dating, fitness, sex, mental health, family, and other topics related to our existence. The podcast aims to amplify trans men of color voices and raise awareness of our l... more

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How important is it to see examples of soft masculinity? To see men cry and express themselves. To see masculine folks find joy and love. Well, I always say visibility equals possibility because once we see it, it becomes an example... more

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Welcome back to season 5 of Dem Bois Podcast! Today we are flipping the script and instead of me asking all the questions, I’m being interviewed by a special guest host, Syir. In this episode, I share my journey of founding Dem Bois... more

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I want to end this season of Dem Bois Podcast by encouraging you to reflect. Reflect on moments of affirmation throughout your life and recognize the small wins that lead to the bigger wins. In this episode I do just that. I discuss... more

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If you’ve been rocking with Dem Bois Podcast for a while, then you may have heard me briefly talk about my father. But in this episode I talk about his role in my life in detail. This episode is another in this mini series about ext... more

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Recent Guests

Cai Shirley
Black Trans Poet Educator
Self-identified; poet and educator
Episode: Trans History, Soft Masculinity, and Genealogy with Cai Shirley
Denim Chang
Contributor featured in related episode discussion; guest on episode 112 referenced in this episode
Denim Chang (content creator)
Episode: Finding Affirmation in Everyday Moments with Shawn Aaron
Kalvin Byrd
Guest on the show who asked the lead question that frames this episode
Episode: Extracting Closure; Dear Father, with Shawn Aaron
Calvin Byrd
Guest introduced as part of the show's broader conversation
Episode: Extracting Closure; Dear Mama, with Shawn Aaron
Wen Neale
Asian American trans man, artist and shop owner
Independent artist; catdad.online
Episode: Fulfillment Through Authenticity and Art as Self-Discovery with Wen Neale
Taylor Chiang
General surgery resident; non-binary; uses they/them pronouns
University of Chicago
Episode: Queer Representation in Healthcare: A Conversation with Taylor Chiang
Wenjaman Nguyen
Trans-masculine non-binary multilingual former runway model; public figure in trans men of color community
Independent/Trans Guy Supply network (via family)
Episode: Love Over Ignorance: Customizing Your Life with Wenjamin Nguyen-Gilmore
Bodi Yemisi Anton Babatola
Fiction writer and poet who discusses masculinity, identity, and healing
Independent artist
Episode: Redefining Masculinity Through Writing and Vulnerability with Bodi
Alexis N. Garcia
Poet, educator, advocate for possibility and imagination
Trans, transmasculine community activist
Episode: Trans Time: Escaping Linear Narratives with Alexis N. Garcia

Hosts

Shawn Aaron
Host of the show and Dem Bois Podcast contributor; active in community outreach and leadership.
Sean Aaron
Co-host and central figure across episodes; frequently collaborates with the Dem Bois community.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Life Giving

    Thank you so much for creating this podcast. I think it’s amazing and I feel less alone! I’m also learning a lot/gaining some new knowledge and wisdom 🙌🏽.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheSeattleMelt
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Show!

    I listened to ‘What Made You Feel Defeated in 2024 | Pep Talk’. This is a great episode! I took away a lot of great nuggets. I have already shared this episode with a friend to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shawn_Aaron
    United States2 years ago
  • Good work!

    Shawn gives room for his guests to share in a thoughtful way. His excellence and creativity shine through in his work. Keep podcasting, Shawn!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Remi Roy
    United States2 years ago
  • The Gift of a New Perspective

    Shawn is a deep, reflective, and beautiful person who has a gift for story telling! This podcast speaks on important issues related to trans people of color. I appreciate the balance of seriousness, sweetness, and sprinkles of laughter. Shawn, thank you for inviting us to think about things from a new perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chip Chip Hooray
    United States4 years ago

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The host is praised for letting guests share thoughtfully with room for nuance and humor.
Listeners appreciate the space for vulnerable storytelling and authentic perspectives from trans men of color.
Audience finds the content empowering and educational, often describing a feeling of connection and belonging.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trans History, Soft Masculinity, and Genealogy with Cai Shirley
Q: How did that make you feel, though, that your mom says she wants to have a funeral for her daughter?
Cai explains that while the idea was painful, it highlighted the difference between perceived death and lived identity, and underscored the importance of continuing to be visible and present in his truth.
Cultural Resilience Through Music and Drumming with EN'B
Q: What does EN'B mean and how did you choose that name?
EN'B is based on the Korean given name EUN'B, meaning 'silver rain.' EN'B phoneticizes that name and honors the Korean core while signaling diasporic roots and a non-binary identity; the rain metaphor resonates with water as a powerful, inclusive element.
The Intersection of Identity and Creativity with Cowboy Poet Grayson Thompson
Q: When did your love for writing begin and what role did reading or a tool like a typewriter play in that?
I was a big reader who received a typewriter as a child; that tool cemented my love for writing and reading, and it connected to family history of writing in Jamaica, shaping my creative path.
The Intersection of Identity and Creativity with Cowboy Poet Grayson Thompson
Q: So you are a writer. How did you come up with the title Sand Bodied Florida Boy and what does it mean to you?
The title reflects my Florida boyhood and the storms of that place, shaped by hurricane-season resilience and a journey from 0 to 22, exploring boyhood, belonging, and the tension of being a Black trans person from that context.
Building Brotherhood Using Unconditional Love with Kalvin Byrd
Q: What is something you would attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?
Disrupt the pattern of isolation and suicide among trans men, with the goal of retiring the need for such interventions by creating a world where every trans man has a safe, supportive community.

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A platform centered on trans men of color, featuring voices from activists, artists, researchers, and healthcare professionals who share lived experiences around gender, sexuality, family, mental health, and community. Episodes often weave personal storytelling with broader social issues—ranging from healthcare access and representation to parenting, sexuality, and art—while highlighting resilience, visibility, and community care. Notable is a consistent emphasis on healing, mentorship, and practical guidance for navigating transition in diverse contexts, making it a strong fit for listeners seeking authentic perspectives and actionable discussions. The show often features multi-disciplinary guests who bring lived experience together with p... more

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Recent guests on Dem Bois Podcast include:

1. Cai Shirley
2. Denim Chang
3. Kalvin Byrd
4. Calvin Byrd
5. Wen Neale
6. Taylor Chiang
7. Wenjaman Nguyen
8. Bodi Yemisi Anton Babatola

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