On this episode of B&RS, we discuss the internet overreaction to Dwayne Wade's family photo, where his youngest son wore a crop top and metallic nails. We explore Wade's interview about his son's early identification with non-traditional gender roles, using female pronouns, and the sensitivity training on gender terms for workplaces. We dive into the impact of Wade's public support for his son, and the broader implications for parents dealing with similar situations, especially in minority communities. We touch on Magic Johnson's support for his transgender daughter, societal expectations, the privilege of celebrity families, and the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ youth. The conversation extends to personal anecdotes about transitioning friends, the difficulty of changing pronouns, and the evolution of gender identity in children. We also reflect on the disparity in support for LGBTQ+ individuals in affluent versus inner-city environments, the role of parents, and the lasting concern for their children's well-being. We conclude with a discussion on public figures' influence on societal acceptance, the normalization of marijuana, and the luxurious indifference of the wealthy towards societal norms.
