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The Spectrum

The Spectrum

By: Linda Thomas-Fowler
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 The Spectrum is a podcast looking at issues important to the LGBT communities. If you don't happen to associate with one of those letters that's ok! This show is aimed at helping people outside those communities understand just how important these issues are and why we need your support. Politics & Government
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  • Emma's Story, Part 1

    Emma's Story, Part 1
    Sep 1 2025
    This is part 1 of a three part series that explores the life of a transgender woman. We're calling her Emma here but this is not her name. She has chosen to remain anonymous to protect her and her family from the harassment so often directed at transgender people today. To protect her identity, we've digitally altered her voice and appearance but the emotion you will hear is hers.. This part of Emma's story covers her early childhood through what she calls her breaking point. 00:00 Introduction 00:41 Start of Emma's story 01:26 Earliest Memories 03:19 Elementary School 05:58 Junior & Senior High School 06:24 College 09:55 Trying to cope 11:57 Deciding 13:20 Condlusion of part 1
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    14 mins
  • Shenandoah County Public School Update August 2025

    Shenandoah County Public School Update August 2025
    Aug 16 2025
    In this episode, we break down the new policy in Shenandoah County Public Schools that bans transgender students from participating in athletics according to their gender identity. Learn why this policy, which claims to "protect girls," could actually harm all female athletes by putting them under a microscope and discouraging participation. It's not just about trans students; it's about creating a hostile environment for any girl who excels. Here is how to contact the Shenandoah County School Board: https://www.shenandoah.k12.va.us/en-US/school-board-98fe2482 Here is a link to the current (as of August 2025) policy GBAB/JFHAB: https://spectrumpodcast.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/policy-jfhab-gbab-privacy-dignity-and-respect-for-all-students-and-parents-in-shenandoah-county-public-schools.pdf Here is a link to the proposed changes: https://spectrumpodcastorg.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025-07-10-proposed-change-to-section-iii.h.-of-code-jfhab_gbab.pdf
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    7 mins
  • Susie Wilburn Interview

    Susie Wilburn Interview
    Jul 31 2025
    Join us for a conversation with Susie Wilburn. She is the president of the Woodstock, VA chapter of PFLAG. We discuss the history of the local.chapter, what the chapter does and Susie's motivation for becoming involved. Even if you aren't local to Shenandoah County, this can give you some insight into what P:FLAG is and perhaps encourage you to find your local PFLAG chapter or another local LGBTQ+ organization.
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    29 mins
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