In this conversation, Rachel Hall, a queer and trans singer-songwriter, shares her journey of self-discovery, the importance of community, and the impact of political climate on her art. She discusses the complexities of family dynamics, the grief associated with her transition, and the significance of representation in the trans community. Rachel emphasizes the need to decentralize romantic relationships and highlights the hope that exists even amidst loss. Her upcoming projects and involvement in Pride events reflect her commitment to visibility and celebration of queer identities.

https://mariela.band/

• (00:00:08) - Going Nowhere
• (00:02:34) - Pod interview: Flaming Grant and More
• (00:04:48) - Nowhere in Nowhere
• (00:06:29) - Rachel Hall on Going Nowhere
• (00:07:54) - Rachel on Wonders
• (00:10:12) - How Are You Coping With the Trump Era?
• (00:12:41) - Finding Your People
• (00:19:06) - Coming Out: The Epiphany and Grief
• (00:25:49) - Mariah on The Story of Her Transition
• (00:36:42) - Dear Rachel: Please Have A Happy Ending
• (00:40:16) - You're a Trans Artist on Social Media
• (00:48:45) - Mariah Carey on Her New Single 'Girls Of Summer'
• (00:50:58) - A Side Quest for Cynthia
• (00:53:03) - Rachel's

In this conversation, Laura Beth and Cynthia welcome pastor, author, and advocate, Sarah Griffiths Lund to talk about her recently released book, Blessed Minds: Breaking the Silence About Neurodiversity. Sarah's book is a wonderful introduction to understanding the beauty and complexity of neurodiversity in all the ways it shows up - especially from the perspective of leading faith community.

We talk about the intersection of mental health, neurodiversity, and the LGBTQ+ community, and wanted to include this contact for the Trevor Project, a resource for those in the community struggling with a variety of issues: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

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Rev. Dr. Sarah Griffiths Lund

Cyntia Vacca Davis

Laura Beth Buchleiter