Over the Binary Podcast: Conversations About Gender
Feeling lost in recent conversations about gender? ‘Over the Binary: Conversations About Gender’ is YOUR space to gain resources, testimonies, and answers related to gender for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies alike. The show is hosted by community leaders & gender therapists Casey Weitzman, LMFT (she/her) and Grace O’Connor, LMFT (she/her) of Gender Wellness of Los Angeles. Join as Casey and Grace are joined by a variety of guests and experts to discuss the most pressing topics related to transgender, non-binary, and queer identities in America.
Feeling lost in recent conversations about gender? ‘Over the Binary: Conversations About Gender’ is YOUR space to gain resources, testimonies, and answers related to gender for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies alike. Hosted by community leaders & gender therapists Casey Weitzman, LMFT (she/her) and Grace O’Connor, LMFT (she/her) of Gender Wellness of Los Angeles, follow along as we are joined by a variety of guests and experts to discuss the most pressing topics related to transgender, non-binary, and queer identities in America.
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Over the Binary is a podcast dedicated to providing resources, testimonies, and answers related to gender for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies. Our conversations aim to inform, support, and inspire as we work together toward a more inclusive world for people of all gender identities. Over the Binary can be streamed on all your favorite podcast platforms including Spotify, Youtube, Audacy, and Apple Podcasts.
Over the Binary, Ep. 11: Why Gender-Affirming Care for Youth Matters: Revisiting Luke’s Journey
Over the Binary: Conversations About Gender is back! After a short hiatus, we're relaunching with a special reunion episode featuring our very first guest, Luke S. In this heartfelt conversation, we explore how Luke's gender journey has evolved since we last spoke, the transition from high school to college, as well as his insights on navigating the world as a young transgender person in today's America.
Over the Binary Episode 10: “To Support Gender Wellness is to Have Support” with Gina Bigham
Watch Episode 10 of OTB with special guest, Gina Bigham! When asked how we can best support 'Gender Wellness' in today's world, Gina says, "To support gender wellness is to have support. Support keeps us well."
OTB, Ep 9 | It’s a Really Good Time to Speak with Marci Bowers, MD
Watch/listen to Episode 9 with special guest, Dr. Marci Bowers, a pioneer in the field of gender-affirming surgery, the current President of WPATH, the first transgender woman to hold the post — and so much more. Our conversation with her took many twists and turns and we are fortunate to share her unrivaled experience and perspectives.
OTB, Ep 8 | Autism and Gender Diversity | Guest: Dr. Laurie Stephens
For reasons not understood, gender-diverse people are three to six times as likely to be autistic as cisgender people. This fact, alone, is why Episode 8 with guest, Dr. Laurie Stephens — a developmental psychologist who has been working with children, teens, and young adults with autism for many years — is so important.
OTB | Ep 7 | When More Care is Needed
When weekly therapy isn’t enough and an increased level of care is recommended, GWLA works with experts like those at Lightfully Behavioral Health to make sure that clients receive appropriate treatment. Learn more in Episode 7 with special guest, Dr. Nicole Siegfried.
OTB | Ep 6 | We Are Unerasable
Catch Episode 6 as Casey Weitzman, MA, LMFT & Grace O’Connor, MA, LMFT are compelled to comment on the rash of anti-LGBTQ legislation being passed in many parts of the country and its effect on our community, ultimately sounding a message of hope and perseverance.
OTB | Ep 5 | Pioneering Perspectives w/ Guest Elise Turen, Phd, ASC
Catch Episode 5 of GWLA's podcast where Grace O’Connor, MA, LMFT moderates a conversation with guest, Los Angeles Gender Center co-founder, Elise Turen, Phd, ASC, AND GWLA President and Founder Casey Weitzman, MA, LMFT.
OTB | Ep 4 | Learning from Paria Hassouri — Mom & Pediatrician
Catch Episode 4 of GWLA's podcast, Over the Binary. Casey and Grace welcome guest Paria Hassouri: a mother of three including a transgender daughter, pediatrician, activist; author of Found in Transition: A Mother’s Evolution During Her Child’s Gender Change.
OTB | Ep 3 | Nutritionist, Author Robyn L. Goldberg Talks BMI & More
Catch Episode 3 of GWLA's podcast, Over the Binary. Casey and Grace talk with esteemed nutritionist — and author — Robyn L. Goldberg, RDN, CEDRD-S, about the subjective BMI requirements that can limit access to gender affirmation surgery (GAS).
OTB | Ep 2 | Shame on 60 Minutes for their Segment on Detransitioning
Catch Episode 2 GWLA's podcast, Over the Binary. Consistent with outrage from trans advocates everywhere, Casey and Grace discuss the unfortunate broadcast of a 60 Minutes segment on detransitioning.