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They & Us

They & Us

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What is ‘gender identity’? How is it different from ‘gender expression’? What about ‘non-binary’? Join host Faith Fundal (formerly Wil Fundal) as they explore these questions alongside people who find themselves navigating the world of preferred pronouns, trans rights and the quest to be recognized for who they are.

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  • Episode 6: Family ties

    Episode 6: Family ties
    Jul 1 2020

    Bryn Hanks was raised in a home with few gender rules: Boys wore dresses, girls could be whatever they wanted. But when he told his parents he was Trans, he hit a wall of resistance. He shares how that felt, and his mother explains why she had such a hard time accepting her child's identity. • This episode includes stories of people struggling with mental health that may affect you: Find help and resources at cbc.ca/theyandus.
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    35 mins
  • Episode 5: Transitioning isn’t fun

    Episode 5: Transitioning isn’t fun
    Jun 30 2020

    From cystic acne to severe mood swings, a conversation with a Trans individual about what they wish more people knew about the experience of changing your body and how to prepare yourself to get through it. • This episode includes stories of people struggling with mental health that may affect you: Find help and resources at cbc.ca/theyandus. • Email theyandus@cbc.ca.
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    27 mins
  • Episode 4: Raven transforms

    Episode 4: Raven transforms
    Jun 29 2020

    A young student uses a North Coast legend from her grandmother to explain why she wants to stop living as a man and start living as a woman. Plus: Using sitcoms and culture to talk about gender and sexuality. • Email theyandus@cbc.ca. • cbc.ca/theyandus
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    33 mins
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