Robbie (she/her) is a transgender woman, pilot, and race car driver living in Bendigo, Victoria.
In this episode, Robbie shares her remarkable journey from flying jet planes at 19 in the Air Force to racing cars and navigating life as a trans woman in a male-dominated world. She reflects on her struggles with dyslexia and gender dysphoria, the challenges of growing up in an environment that didn't allow her to be herself, and the turning point that led her to finally embrace her identity. Robbie also discusses her advocacy work with Trans and Gender Diverse Bendigo and Beyond, her passion for supporting others in their journeys, and the importance of creating spaces where people don’t have to struggle alone.
Trigger Warnings: Transphobia, dysphoria, mental health struggles, and gender-based discrimination.
If this content may be triggering for you, please seek support from a loved one or one of the helplines at the bottom of this description.
This podcast is released every Friday and could not have been possible without the support of our local community partners, Midsumma and the Fairer Victoria portfolio of the Victorian State Government.
Episode Credits
Producer, Interviewer & Editing: Helene Thomas
Co-Producer: Ashlee Hints
Music & Underscoring: Mieke Louise
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Music Credits
Original jingle and underscoring music written, composed, recorded and produced by Mieke Louise, a queer singer/songwriter and advocate from regional Victoria.
You can find out more about Mieke's coming music releases on their instagram @miekesmusik and on Spotify
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