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Maria McKee on Music, Advocacy, and Personal Transformation

Maria McKee on Music, Advocacy, and Personal Transformation

Update: 2025-07-30
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In this episode of the Passionista’s Project, sisters Amy and Nancy Harrington talk with singer-songwriter Maria McKee. As the former frontwoman of Lone Justice, Maria discusses her fearless, genre-spanning musical journey and her deep commitment to LGBTQIA+ advocacy, particularly trans rights. She shares her personal story of coming out as queer later in life and the profound connections she has formed with the trans community. Maria reflects on her tumultuous childhood, its impact on her creative endeavors, and her eventual transition from a band leader
to a solo artist. She speaks candidly about dealing with fame, her advocacy work, and the importance of chosen family. The episode closes with Maria’s reflections on her future aspirations and a call to action for cultivating supportive communities.


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Maria McKee on Music, Advocacy, and Personal Transformation

Maria McKee on Music, Advocacy, and Personal Transformation

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