Turbulent Beauty

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Turbulent Beauty, Dawn shares her deeply personal journey of self-discovery. Growing up in a conservative family and community, Dawn struggled for years with her sexuality, initially living a heterosexual life aligned with her upbringing. Through the breakdown of her marriage and exploring her faith, Dawn came to accept her bisexuality. She speaks candidly about the challenges of coming to terms with her identity later in life, navigating spiritualit...

Send us a Text Message.This script captures a deeply personal and candid interview between Jill and their long-time friend, Berend. Born in Calgary and adopted into a white, conservative family, Berend shares his challenging journey of growing up as a black, gay individual in an environment marked by racism and homophobia. He recounts his early years, struggles with identity, faith, and belonging, and his eventual ventures into acting, writing, and producing. Despite numerous challenges, incl...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, the host discusses the emotionally charged story of Robin, a woman who navigates through the consequences of a tragic drunk-driving incident that led to imprisonment. Following her release, Robin embarked on a transformative journey, advocating for the incarcerated, engaging in social justice projects, and contributing to rehabilitation programs. Her story illuminates the impacts of systemic issues within the criminal justice system, the power of r...

Send us a Text Message.The Journey of Self-Discovery and Transition: An Interview with a Transgender ManIn Turbulent Beauty, the host interviews Kel, a female-to-male transgender man, about his journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance. Kel discusses his experiences of transitioning, including the struggle of being stealth, his experiences with sexual harassment, and the fear of being seen as a cis white male. He shares life-saving importance of finding supportive community and the journe...

Send us a Text Message.Turbulent Beauty: A Mother's AcceptanceThis episode of 'Turbulent Beauty' explores a mother's journey of accepting her transgender son and the power of unconditional love and acceptance. Introduction Lisa's Journey Accepting a New Reality Integrating the New Identity Navigating Religious Misalignment Rebuilding the Relationship Embracing Authenticity

Send us a Text Message.The short summary of this script is that it introduces the podcast called "Turbulent Beauty" which is a celebration of the mesmerizing grace that exists within chaos. It emphasizes the idea that even in the face of adversity, there's beauty waiting to be discovered, shared, and cherished. The podcast aims to explore the stories that define and unite the LGBTQ community and its allies, inspiring listeners to uncover the turbulent beauty that resides within each of us.

Send us a Text Message. A conversation between Jill and Britney, discussing the importance of identity. They share personal experiences about their own identities, specifically their sexual orientations and the challenges they have faced in understanding and accepting themselves. They also talk about the impact of identity on various aspects of their lives, including relationships, work, and personal well-being. The hosts express the desire to create a podcast where they can share their...