A Life Lived Trans

ALLT S02E17: Interconnected Healing: Embracing Nature and Community

Join Lenny Z and MahD as they delve into the profound connections between nature, community, and personal healing. In this episode, they discuss the wisdom of indigenous cultures, the sentience of plants, and the transformative power of meditation. Tune in for a journey through the ancient rainforests of Vancouver Island and discover how embracing interconnectedness can lead to resilience and peace in turbulent times.

ALLT - S02E16: Toxic Inclusivity & Glory Hole Tea Room History

Is Toxic Inclusivity really a thing? Or is it just more "pick me" fodder?
Lenny and Mardi go deep into the fear sweeping the trans community triggered by some current viral events caught on tape at several Planet Fitness locations.
Digging into LGBT history they discuss how being marginalized has left us to connect in unsafe places. Has this suppression by society continued to stunt us in acting out inappropriately?
Community support, mental health, the need for open dialogue and understanding, and the complexities of navigating gender identity in today's society has always been lacking.
We are community that has just began to heal. And sometimes it really shows by the way we interact with each other.
It's time for some group therapy kittens!!!We also highlight Raquel Willis' expertly hosted and wonderfully produced documentary podcast 'Afterlives' on Marsha P. Johnson.
Email us: alifelivedtrans@gmail.comAfterlives podcast - https://www.afterlivespod.com/
CBC Opinion piece: Trans rights? Yes. Toxic, in-your-face activism? Nohttps://www.cbc.ca/news/opinion/opinion-trans-rights-radical-activism-1.6220106

ALLT S02E15: Trans Healthcare From Cradle To Grave

What a journey it has been to navigate healthcare for Lenny and Mardi thru these last, almost 100 collective years!
Lenny talks about meeting progressive doctors in the 1970s, while Mardi's shares surviving the more common and dangerous DIY journey of the streets for transition needs.
They also discuss ageing and trans healthcare and how they are still teaching the medical establishment because not many of us survived this long.
They have a discussion on the importance of gender-affirming care, and the challenges faced by trans youth today. ie., legislative issues in Alberta and the U.S.
Thanks for listening to the podcast and please send us you thoughts and questions to alifelivedtrans@gmail.com and we will be sure to read some of them on air.
Happy 2026 everyone. Be kind to your mind, stay close to the ones that lift you and hang on, we think it's going to be quite the Year!

ALLT S02E14: Flooding the Zone to Combat the Flood of Misinformation / An impromptu BTS with Mardi & Lenny

In this shorter holiday episode Lenny and Mardi discuss the importance of sharing personal stories to combat misinformation and the documented tactics used by anti-trans groups. 
Through humor and candid reflections, they highlight the ongoing struggle for acceptance and understanding in society.
If you are not a Patreon member watching the video episode, Mardi is giving exhausted Greek tycoon widow, with low grade migraine, from the flooded end zone of it all.  
Please help her lol, our testimony and our podcast by rating and reviewing our show wherever you listen to our podcast. 
HAPPY 2026 xoxo

ALLT S02E12: The Challenges & Joys of the Holiday Season

Join us this holiday week for some heartfelt stories, insights and knee slapping ha ha that would make any Grinch’s frown turn upside down. 
We also talk about how to navigate unsupportive family at this time of year and make a call-out for greater understanding and inclusion of trans voices in the media.
Remember you can email us at lifelivedtrans@gmail.com and send us questions, admirations, upcoming tranniversaries or any stories that we have missed that you think we should be taking about.
Thank you for supporting us and making this podcast a safe space for us to come together and share each others experience, strength and hope.
Have a fabulous New Year!
💜M & L 

ALLT S02E11 - Shadow-banned Healthcare & Representation from Cradle to Grave

Just days out of surgery Lenny still shows up to tape an episode with Mardi for you all. Naturally the conversation veers into the daunting, almost 100 years of navigating, healthcare between us.
The last 15 minutes Mardi, who is very disheartened, goes off, like really off, about young Trans creators who are not walking their talk in supporting trans elders and how being shadow banned from social media apps feels one in the same. (I think Mardi could use some cyber hugs folks)
They also give a couple hot takes on some current hot topics.Remains of Canadian Indigenous Women Found in Landfillhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqlyz04q23qo
00:00 Introduction and Welcome04:27 Lenny's Surgery Experience09:00 Medical Journeys in the Trans Community10:48 Healthcare News and Updates18:20 The Importance of Self-Care21:39 Cultural Reflections and Reconciliation27:35 Navigating Political Landscapes31:11 Canada's Evolving Relationship with Europe35:58 Understanding Trans Youth and Medical Care41:40 The Importance of Supporting Trans Voices46:18 Reflections on Community and Activism
 
 

ALLT S02E10 - Beef's & Bouquets, Trans Medicalism & other Hot Topics

Mardi & Lenny reveal some of the things that has been bothering them, (Beefs). Mardi’s was sparked by a back and forth since deleted post by Indya Moore who Mardi had no idea it was. They did end up finding common ground.Written online discourse is so dicey and lacks nuance for topics that need to be discussed in real time to paraphrase boots the house so you know each other are talking about the same thing!!!They also discuss some things that have inspired them lately (bouquets) and get into some of the Hot Topics.taimi.comgetplume.comanne.health

ALLT S02E09: Bridging generations even when they tell you to shut up. With our guest The Alexandra Billings!

On this episode of A Life Lived Trans Alexandra Billings drops by in all her hilarious glory and we discuss the need for connection and understanding between trans generations and the significance of sharing experiences of acceptance and resilience. Vito Russo - "Why We Fight" (1988) - YouTubehttps://youtu.be/C0Q8p0HCQEs?si=s4jJCAQbHyXcXYSOSTORIES: The AIDS Monumenthttps://aidsmonument.org/

ALLT S02e08 - Transphobia’s Silver Lining: The truth and knowledge that comes from dismantling it

In this episode of "A Life Lived Trans," hosts MahD and Lenny Z delve into the complexities of transphobia while highlighting the silver linings that can be found amidst the challenges. They discuss personal experiences and societal changes, emphasizing the importance of resilience and hope. The conversation touches on the progress made in trans visibility and rights, the role of allies, and the power of community support. The episode concludes with a guided meditation led by MahD, offering listeners a moment of peace and reflection. Join MahD and Lenny as they navigate the intersection of personal growth and societal change, reminding us all to look for the silver linings in every situation.
*For paid Patreon members, there is a Bonus Clip about how Mardi learned this mediation practice from a Tibetan Buddhist nun.

ALLT S02E07 - Intergenerational trans experiences with guest Vivian Wilson

On this week’s episode Mardi and Lenny are thrilled to be joined by the rising supermodel and youthful trans-advocate Vivian Jenna Wilson. They all share their stories of lives lived trans, and Vivian details her egg being cracked (beginning of her trans journey), what it was like to transition as a freshman in high school, peer support, as well as her takes on toxic masculinity, Zhoran Mamdani, the right’s fixation and targeted campaign against trans people especially youth, her hair care routine, changes in support for trans folk within the queer community over the years and a poignant message to trans youth just beginning to experience a gender expansive journey and what to do when it’s right for them.