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The life you want doesn’t just happen. You have to build it! And, in this episode of Dem Bois Podcast, my guest Olíver Eluz Infante tells us how he is building the life of his dreams, brick by brick. Today we discuss the importance of mutual aid, the intersection of gender identity, religion, and family, and the challenges faced by trans youth. Olíver also talks about the mission of Transanta, which aims to support trans kids who lack familial support, and the role of a campaign manager in processing letters and connecting youth with resources.

We talk:

12:01 - The mission of Transanta

18:41 - The Role of a campaign manager

32:34 - Feeding your younger self

40:13 - The intersectionality of faith and gender identity

55:02 - Finding love and healing

Episode References:

Woodstock

Transanta

Read more about Olíver in his bio below:

Olíver Eluz Infante is Afro Latine transmasc who is the campaign manager for Transanta, a mutual aid project that connects anonymous gift-givers with trans youth who are unhoused, in foster care, or otherwise without crucial support they need to thrive. He also participates in mutual aid efforts in his town of Ithaca, NY and does free house cleanings for folks with executive function issues. During the day he works as a tournant chef and is soon to begin earning his degree in early childhood education.

• https://www.instagram.com/eluzoliver/
• https://www.instagram.com/transanta/

Dem Bois Inc. is seeking passionate, equity-driven leaders to join our Board of Directors. We’re recruiting for several roles, including Board Chair, Fundraising & External Relations, Program & Community Engagement, and General Board Members, to help advance our mission to uplift and empower trans men of color.

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This is the 100th episode of Dem Bois Podcast! And I am so grateful to each and every listener, whether you’ve been rocking with us since episode one or if you’re just tuning in today. Thank you! In this milestone episode, I take the guest role while our producer, Jasmine from Pink Lady Productions hosts. We discuss the origins and growth of the podcast and the importance of community and visibility for trans men of color. We also highlight the transformative power of therapy, the significance of asking for help, and the challenges of navigating rejection and boundaries in friendships.

We talk:

03:02 - The birth of Dem Bois, Inc.

14:58 - The purpose of Dem Bois Podcast

23:46 - Shawn’s reflections on visibility

39:05 - Building community through vulnerability

47:05 - Navigating rejection and boundaries in friendships

52:43 - Affirming gender identity and personal growth

Episode References:

Ep. 37 - Advice for Mental Health and Passion for Social Work with Emilio Perdomo

Ep. 94 - Dem Bois Highlight Series Part 6; Visibility = Possibility™️ with Zyon Aijon

Marsha’s Plate Podcast

Ep. 11 - Building Confidence to Become Your True Self with Vee Martin

Ep. 99 - Dem Bois Highlight Series Part 7; with Jasmine Gary aka Pink Lady

Read more about Shawn in his bio below:

Shawn Aaron (he/him) is a Black queer trans man, nonprofit leader, and host of Dem Bois Podcast. He is the Founder + Executive Director of Dem Bois Inc., an organization dedicated to affirming and supporting trans men of color through access to gender-affirming care, health equity, and visibility. Drawing from his lived experience with homelessness, Shawn’s mission is rooted in community

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of trans men of color? Dem Bois Inc. is expanding our Board of Directors and seeking passionate, equity-minded leaders to join us. Whether your strengths are in governance, fundraising, programs, or lived experience, your voice matters here.

Apply now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/JwvuzjprV0

Questions? Contact Joy King at joy@suitelifebusinesscoaching.com

Donate today to support Transmasc Gender Affirming Grants and Community Wellness Packages for Trans Men of Color!

The Visibility = Possibility™️ Merch is here! - Not just merch, but a movement! We're empowering trans men of color with creative freedom to design their interpretation of Visibility = Possibility™. Think of it like major brands collaborating with athletes, but this time, our community takes center stage. Every purchase supports our vital programs!

Craving more Connection? Dem Bois Community Voices Facebook Group is a safe, moderated sanctuary where trans men of color can connect authentical...

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Wow! We have almost made it to the 100th episode of Dem Bois Podcast, and our producer Jasmine Gary aka Pink Lady has been rocking with us since episode one. In this episode we discuss the evolution of the podcast, the importance of amplifying marginalized voices, and the growth both the podcast and Shawn have experienced over time. Jasmine shares insights on the podcasting industry, the significance of community engagement, and the need for more representation of Black women in the podcasting world.

We talk:

09:19 - Reflections on growth and change

16:23 - Understanding diverse perspectives in the trans community

25:31 - The value of professional podcast production

32:00 - Empowering Black women in podcasting

35:27 - Random questions and personal insights

Episode References:

Afros and Audio Podcast Festival

Shirlz Rejouis (The Millenni-HER Podcast)

Nicole M. Young-Martin (Black Writers Read)

Vena J. (The Konfessions Korner)

Read more about Jasmine in her bio below:

Jasmine Gary is the founder and lead producer of Pink Lady Productions, a production company specializing in podcasts, founded in 2019.

Jasmine became an avid listener of podcasts in 2017. So in 2019, she began editing and producing them. While developing Pink Lady Productions, she realized a gap in the representation of queer entrepreneurs and women of color in the podcasting world. Both in front of the microphone and behind-the-scenes, queer entrepreneurs and women of color and their stories continue to be underrepresented. So Jasmine’s mission is simple: close that gap!

• pinkladyprod.com

Join us live! In honor of our 100th episode, Shawn Aaron and Jasmine from Pink Lady Production will be going live on Thursday, October 30th at 1:30pm PT / 4:30pm ET. So tune in to watch me answer questions about my personal journey, Dem Bois Podcast, and Dem Bois Inc. You will get the opportunity to ask quest

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of trans men of color? Dem Bois Inc. is expanding our Board of Directors and seeking passionate, equity-minded leaders to join us. Whether your strengths are in governance, fundraising, programs, or lived experience, your voice matters here.

Apply now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/JwvuzjprV0

Questions? Contact Joy King at joy@suitelifebusinesscoaching.com

Donate today to support Transmasc Gender Affirming Grants and Community Wellness Packages for Trans Men of Color!

The Visibility = Possibility™️ Merch is here! - Not just merch, but a movement! We're empowering trans men of color with creative freedom to design their interpretation of Visibility = Possibility™. Think of it like major brands collaborating with athletes, but this time, our community takes center stage. Every purchase supports our vital programs!

Craving more Connection? Dem Bois Community Voices Facebook Group is a safe, moderated sanctuary where trans men of color can connect authentical...