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Gender: A Wider Lens

Sasha Ayad and Stella O'Malley
Gender Dysphoria
Gender Identity
Medical Ethics
Sex and Gender
Gender Medicine
Desistance
Transgender Definition
Mental Health
Sussex University
Kathleen Stock
Gender Roles
Gender-Affirming Care
Parenting
Repressed Memory Syndrome
UK Gender Laws
Heart Surgery
Transgender Identity
Evolutionary Biology
Societal Narratives
Therapy

In this podcast, now in its fourth year, therapists Stella O'Malley and Sasha Ayad take a deep dive into the psychological and cultural forces impacting the social changes around "gender." Through interviews with researchers, doctors, therapists, parents, detransitioners, and others, Sasha and Stella's podcast is a "must listen" for anyone trying to navigate the current gender landscape. With thei... more

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Stella O’Malley and Sasha Ayad are two therapists interested in how the concept of gender is impacting our culture and shaping our society. For nearly a decade, we've been exploring sex and gender and helping patients and families impacted by gender ... more

Sasha and Stella come together for the finale episode of Gender: a Wider Lens, reflecting on four years of sharing conversations, psychological analysis, and interviews centered around the exploration of gender identity, the evolving cultural landsca... more

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Recent Guests

Clementine Breen
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Episode: 204 - Clementine Breen Sues Famous Gender Doctor, After Rushed Medical Transition
Marieke den Ouden
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Episode: 203 - Gender Clinicians Should Take the Family's Input Into Account, with Marieke den Ouden
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Episode: "Mercilessly Attacked" for Not Wanting to Transition Children, with Rep. Shawn Thierry
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Episode: 199 - Life After Mumford & Sons with Winston Marshall
Helen Joyce
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Episode: 198 - The Trans Inclusion Controversy That Took Over La Leche League with Helen Joyce & Marian Tompson
Marian Tompson
Co-founder of La Leche League, breastfeeding advocate
Episode: 198 - The Trans Inclusion Controversy That Took Over La Leche League with Helen Joyce & Marian Tompson
Glenna Goldis
A lefty lesbian lawyer dedicated to uncovering the truth about gender-affirming care.
Episode: 196 - Are Puberty Blockers the Next Consumer Fraud Scandal? with Glenna Goldis
Phil Illy
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Episode: 195 - The Autogynephilia Controversy with Phil Illy
Eldur Smári Kristinsson
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Episode: 194 - How the Gender Agenda Captured Iceland, with Eldur Smári Kristinsson

Hosts

Stella O'Malley
Co-host and psychotherapist with extensive experience in gender issues, passionate about supporting individuals navigating gender identity.
Sasha Ayad
Co-host and adolescent therapist with a focus on gender identity issues and mental health, advocating for nuanced discussions surrounding gender.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Content excellent, but the audio is very bad

    The audio quality of this show is simply not up to the current standards. Always sounds like you’re in a closet or something. Simple fix for a good audio tech.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Thymatronic
    United States8 months ago
  • Best

    Amazing last interview with a brave and thoughtful person. Good luck to Sasha and Stella😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gnome chopper
    United States8 months ago
  • Hot garbage

    Just a bunch of fake propaganda going against science

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CherryTops221
    United States8 months ago
  • Please get rid of the barking dog

    Because it’s distracting from your podcasts. I’ve listened to two episodes and there’s a barking dog in both. Great content however the dog really needs to go.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ballroom_silver
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Where’s the evidence?

    1 hour of a psychiatrist talking about his “clinical experience” and not a single study cited, nor even a single data point from his own research. Look, if you wanna be critical of an already vulnerable group of people it’d probably best to include some actual empiricism instead of just going off vibes. Categorising patients based on fetishism, spouting theories of how trans people are all autistic, talking definitively about “high” rates of transition regret, all without a single piece of evide... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Thisisnotgoodscience
    Australia9 months ago

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The podcast has sparked significant debate, with varying opinions on the interpretation of gender discussions, reflecting its controversial nature and the polarizing topics it covers.
Some feedback points to concerns regarding audio quality, indicating that while content is appreciated, technical improvements could enhance the experience.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and compassionate discussions presented by knowledgeable hosts, emphasizing the value of the various perspectives shared on gender issues.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

204 - Clementine Breen Sues Famous Gender Doctor, After Rushed Medical Transition
Q: How long were you on testosterone before you kind of started thinking about the next step, which was surgery?
Clementine reveals that she started testosterone at 13 and had surgery shortly after, feeling that she was on a fast track without enough understanding of the implications.
204 - Clementine Breen Sues Famous Gender Doctor, After Rushed Medical Transition
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about the experience of puberty blockers?
Clementine describes how puberty blockers created new distress, with physical changes that she found upsetting, even as they alleviated some of her anxiety.
204 - Clementine Breen Sues Famous Gender Doctor, After Rushed Medical Transition
Q: What brought them to that decision to take you there?
Clementine explains her parents took her to Olson-Kennedy with the hope that the expert might help her overcome her feelings but were instead advised to affirm her gender identity.
204 - Clementine Breen Sues Famous Gender Doctor, After Rushed Medical Transition
Q: Can you touch on that?
Clementine discusses the challenging family dynamics with her brother who has high support needs autism, leading to a chaotic home life during her formative years.
204 - Clementine Breen Sues Famous Gender Doctor, After Rushed Medical Transition
Q: What was going on for you around then?
Clementine talks about hitting puberty and her discomfort with growing into a woman after experiencing sexual abuse, which led to feelings of something being wrong with her.

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A platform for exploring the complexities surrounding gender issues, the focus caters to various perspectives, including personal narratives from individuals who have experienced gender transitions, as well as insights from health professionals and researchers. The hosts engage with diverse guests—aided by their backgrounds in therapy—to discuss the psychological, cultural, and societal impacts of evolving gender norms. The content appeals to a wide audience, looking to dissect and comprehend the often contentious discussions about gender identity and societal expectations, making it a valuable resource for parents, practitioners, and anyone interested in gender discourse.

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Recent guests on Gender: A Wider Lens include:

1. Clementine Breen
2. Marieke den Ouden
3. Shawn Thierry
4. Winston Marshall
5. Helen Joyce
6. Marian Tompson
7. Glenna Goldis
8. Phil Illy

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