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More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensThe Ultimate Pride Checklist for Parents of LGBTQ TeensLearn more about the Kindred Collective CommunityAre you wondering how to help your LGBTQ teen enjoy Pride safely without turning every conversation into a lecture?Pride events can be joyful, affirming, and life-changing for LGBTQ teens, but they can also be overwhelming, emotional, crowded, and unpredictable. Many parents want to support their child’s experience while also making sure they’re prepared and safe. In this episode, Heather shares practical Pride checklists for preteens, teens, and young adults so parents can approach Pride season with confidence, trust, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship.In this...
2026-06-0318 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensHelping LGBTQ Kids Stay Safe At Pride Events (Without Scaring Them!)Learn more about the Kindred Collective CommunityHow do you talk to your LGBTQ teen about staying safe at Pride events without making them afraid to attend?Many parents want their LGBTQ teens to experience the joy, connection, and belonging that Pride offers, but also worry about safety, visibility, and the realities of today’s world. In this episode, Heather shares practical guidance for having calm, age-appropriate safety conversations that empower LGBTQ teens rather than overwhelm them. You'll learn how allyship, preparation, and trust can help your child enjoy Pride with greater confidence and self-awareness....
2026-06-0214 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensBefore Pride Month Starts, Have This Conversation With Your LGBTQ TeenLearn about The Kindred CollectiveBefore you hang the Pride flag or post your support online, have you asked your LGBTQ teen what actually feels supportive to them?Many loving parents and allies want to celebrate their LGBTQ child openly during Pride Month, but visible support can feel empowering for some LGBTQ teens and overwhelming for others. In this episode, Heather explores the importance of emotional attunement, collaborative conversations, and respecting a child’s comfort level around visibility, identity, and Pride celebrations.In this episode, you’ll learn how to:Support LGBTQ teen...
2026-05-2811 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensBreaking the Silence: How Parents Can Support LGBTQ TeensJoin me on Substack for more tools to stay human in a complicated world. What if the most powerful way to support your LGBTQ child isn’t a perfect response, but one honest sentence?In this episode, Heather Hester explores how silence becomes a generational pattern inside families, why speaking up can feel so hard, and how small moments of courage create emotional safety for LGBTQ youth.You’ll learn:why silence is not neutralhow shame and family patterns shape communicationpractical scripts for hard conversationshow to support LGBTQ youth without needing perfect word...
2026-05-1513 min
LGBTQ Outdoors Podcast43: Hiking for Visibility: Ryan Schepers’ Appalachian Trail Journey for LGBTQ+ InclusionHiking for Visibility: Ryan Schepers’ Appalachian Trail Journey for LGBTQ+ InclusionSummaryJoin us as Ryan Schepers shares his journey of discovering his queerness through nature, his path in environmental science, and his upcoming Appalachian Trail hike to raise awareness and support for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the outdoors. This conversation explores how curiosity, community, and authenticity can shape our lives—and inspire others to get outside and be fully themselves.Key Topics Ryan’s background in environmental science and cellular biology The intersection of queerness and the natur...
2026-05-0451 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensWhen Friendship and Values Collide: A Guide for Parents and LGBTQ AlliesJoin me on Substack for more tools to stay human in a complicated world. Have you ever received a message that made your stomach drop, and left you unsure how to respond without hurting the relationship or abandoning yourself?In this episode of More Human. More Kind., Heather Hester speaks directly to parents, LGBTQ allies, and families navigating complex conversations in today’s world.When someone you care about sends a message that feels misaligned, harmful, or charged, especially around identity, politics, or LGBTQ issues, it can feel deeply personal and activating....
2026-04-2811 min
The Queer Family Podcast – LGBTQ Families & Queer Parenting StoriesQueer Parenting & LGBTQ Families: The “Do We Want Kids?” ConversationDianni Hall—queer Latina, former full-time traveler, and Jaimie’s new assistant producer on The Queer Family Podcast(!) —joins us for a conversation that starts with queer family life and dating… and turns into a very real discussion about queer parenting, LGBTQ+ families, and whether or not to have kids at all.We talk about LGBTQ parenting, intentional relationships, and what it means to build a life outside the traditional path—plus the very real questions that come up when you’re part of LGBTQ families thinking about the future.This is one of those gay podcast...
2026-04-2049 minThe Queer Family Podcast – LGBTQ Families & Queer Parenting StoriesQueer Parenting & LGBTQ Families: The “Do We Want Kids?” ConversationDianni Hall—queer Latina, former full-time traveler, and Jaimie’s new assistant producer on The Queer Family Podcast(!) —joins us for a conversation that starts with queer family life and dating… and turns into a very real discussion about queer parenting, LGBTQ+ families, and whether or not to have kids at all.We talk about LGBTQ parenting, intentional relationships, and what it means to build a life outside the traditional path—plus the very real questions that come up when you’re part of LGBTQ families thinking about the future.This is one of those gay podcast...
2026-04-2049 min
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2026-04-0732 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensThe First 30 Seconds: Parenting Guidance for LGBTQ Coming Out ConversationsGet Your Coming Out Script GuideAre you an LGBTQ parent or ally who worries about saying the wrong thing when someone comes out as gay, trans, or questioning?When someone says, “Mom, I’m gay,” or “I think I’m trans,” the first 30 seconds matter more than most parents realize.That moment becomes a permanent emotional memory. It shapes trust. It impacts mental health. It defines the tone of your future parenting and allyship.For many loving parents and committed allies, the nervous system reacts before empathy catches up. You freeze. You...
2026-03-1710 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ Teens5 Ways Moms of LGBTQ Kids Know They’re Becoming Stronger AlliesAre you a parent of an LGBTQ child, noticing that something inside you is shifting even if you’re not ready to admit it yet?Parenting an LGBTQ child doesn’t just change your child’s life; it transforms you.Many parents and allies experience a quiet evolution. You begin noticing gendered language in school forms. You feel tension when someone makes a “joke.” You question faith spaces, friendships, policies, and even your own old beliefs. What once felt neutral now feels personal.This isn’t overreacting. It’s identity growth. It’s allyship becomin...
2026-03-1015 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensParents of LGBTQ Kids: The Biggest Mistake Allies Make When a Child Comes Out (Interview on No Guilt Mom)The biggest mistake LGBTQ parents and allies make when a child comes out isn’t what you think, and it can quietly damage trust if you don’t catch it early.So many loving parents and allies want to support their LGBTQ child, but fear takes over in real conversations. You worry about saying the wrong thing, offending them, or not doing enough. In today’s media environment, the pressure to “get it right” can make you freeze—or overcorrect—and neither one feels good.Learn the 3 mindset shifts that make parenting LGBTQ teens and allyship steadier and m...
2026-03-0933 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensHow Guilt Impacts Parenting LGBTQ Kids (And How Allies Can Repair It)Are you an overwhelmed mom of an LGBTQ+ teen who's feeling lost trying to navigate the coming out process, and wants to let go of shame and embarrassment, as well as build a deeper connection of trust within yourself and your teen? Click here to learn how to work with me 1-1.Are you a parent of an LGBTQ teen who is still carrying guilt about how you reacted when your child came out as gay, trans, or questioning?Many loving, well-intentioned parents and allies experience an emotional shock when their child first comes out...
2026-03-0611 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ Teens“I Treat Everyone the Same” Is Not the LGBTQ Ally Move You ThinkGet the 60-Second Ally Response Kit!Have you ever said, “I treat everyone the same,” thinking it signaled love only to feel the room shift?In this episode, Heather Hester unpacks one of the most common phrases well-meaning parents and allies use and why it often lands as erasure instead of inclusion.If you’re trying to support your LGBTQ child but sometimes feel unsure what to say, this conversation offers practical, grounded guidance to help you move from equality language to equity-based support.In this episode, you’ll:Understand the crit...
2026-02-2411 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensWhy Silence Lands As Disapproval with Your LGBTQ Teen (And What Parents Can SAY to Prevent That!)Are you an overwhelmed mom of an LGBTQ+ teen who's feeling lost trying to navigate the coming out process, and wants to let go of shame and embarrassment, as well as build a deeper connection of trust within yourself and your teen? Click here to learn how to work with me 1-1.Have you been telling yourself, “Let’s just give it time,” while the distance between you and your LGBTQ teen quietly grows?Many loving parents believe waiting is the mature, thoughtful move. Don’t push. Don’t overreact. Don’t say the wrong thing.
2026-02-2010 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ Teens5 Ways LGBTQ Support Groups Backfire (And What Parents Should Encourage Instead)Get your copy of Connected Without Forcing It!As a parent of an LGBTQ teen, are you constantly told that community is the answer? While community can be powerful, it’s not one-size-fits-all.In this episode, Heather Hester unpacks why traditional LGBTQ support spaces sometimes increase anxiety instead of easing it and how well-meaning parents can unintentionally create pressure instead of inclusion.In this episode, you’ll:Understand why some LGBTQ teens reject support groups (and what that really means)Learn how pushing the wrong format can erode trust and increase isolationDiscover prac...
2026-02-1711 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensStop the 2 AM Anxiety Doomscroll About Your LGBTQ Teen and Become a Calmer AllyAre you an overwhelmed mom of an LGBTQ+ teen who's feeling lost trying to navigate the coming out process, and wants to let go of shame and embarrassment, as well as build a deeper connection of trust within yourself and your teen? Click here to learn how to work with me 1-1.Are you up at 2AM Googling everything about your LGBTQ teen—and somehow feeling more panicked and alone?This episode is for parents who are trying to be a steady LGBTQ ally, but feel stuck in late-night searching that only fuels fear. Heather br...
2026-02-1312 min
The Queer Family Podcast – LGBTQ Families & Queer Parenting StoriesARCHIVE: Marie Newman on LGBTQ+ Rights, Trans Advocacy & Fighting Anti-Trans LawsI’m putting this archived conversation back into the world because, like many of you, I’m feeling overwhelmed, angry, and honestly a bit helpless after the most recent ICE killing of Alex Pretti. When violence like this happens it can feel impossible to know where to put our grief or how to turn it into action. This episode with Marie Newman is a reminder that change doesn’t come from waiting to feel less scared—it comes from people who decide to show up anyway. Marie has gone the distance, personally and politically, and hearing from someone who has foug...
2026-01-2654 minThe Queer Family Podcast – LGBTQ Families & Queer Parenting StoriesARCHIVE: Marie Newman on LGBTQ+ Rights, Trans Advocacy & Fighting Anti-Trans LawsI’m putting this archived conversation back into the world because, like many of you, I’m feeling overwhelmed, angry, and honestly a bit helpless after the most recent ICE killing of Alex Pretti. When violence like this happens it can feel impossible to know where to put our grief or how to turn it into action. This episode with Marie Newman is a reminder that change doesn’t come from waiting to feel less scared—it comes from people who decide to show up anyway. Marie has gone the distance, personally and politically, and hearing from someone who has foug...
2026-01-2654 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensWhat Your Body Is Telling You: Holiday Care for LGBTQ Parents and AlliesAre you an LGBTQ+ parent, ally, or advocate feeling exhausted by the emotional and logistical weight of the holiday season?You’re not alone. Many parents and caregivers, especially those supporting LGBTQ youth, enter this time of year overwhelmed, overextended, and overstimulated, unsure how to protect their own peace while showing up for others.In this powerful solo reflection, Heather Hester invites you to rethink everything you’ve been told about self-care.Forget the candles and curated routines. This episode explores what your nervous system actually needs to feel safe, grounded, and connected, espe...
2025-12-0222 min
HOT AIR: LGBTQ Life, Dating, Mental Health & Pop CultureHow LGBTQ Rights Were Targeted in 2025: Museums, Health Care, Passports & More!Feeling overwhelmed by the wave of anti-LGBTQ policies in 2025? This episode takes you through the pivotal months when federal agencies, courts, and political appointees pushed forward some of the most sweeping rollbacks of LGBTQ rights in modern history. From the Smithsonian review targeting queer and trans exhibits, to the erasure of LGBTQ mentions in the State Department’s Human Rights Report, to federal benefit cuts, passport battles, and widespread attempts to restrict gender-affirming care—this timeline breaks down exactly what happened, why it matters, and how it impacts LGBTQ communities nationwide. With fact-checked breakdowns, accessible expla...
2025-11-2818 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensHurt Disguised as Love (Important Info for Parents of LGBTQ Kids)What if the thing that hurt you most was disguised as love?In this emotionally honest and deeply necessary episode of More Human, More Kind, Heather Hester invites you to explore one of the most painful and liberating truths: that not all love is safe, and some of it was never love to begin with.As parents, LGBTQ allies, and humans trying to live with more empathy and intention, we often confuse care with control, especially if we were taught that love must hurt to mean something. But when affection becomes a means of compliance...
2025-11-0424 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensHistory Repeats Unless We Interrupt It: LGBTQ Rights, Allyship, and ActionLGBTQ+ History Month isn’t just a celebration of the past,it’s a warning about the present. With over 600 anti-LGBTQ+ bills in play, what will you do to protect what truly matters?In this powerful episode, Heather Hester walks you through key moments in LGBTQ+ history, from Stonewall to marriage equality, and connects them to the rising threats queer youth face today. You’ll gain tools, context, and confidence to speak up when it matters most.Learn how to help your kids connect past and present, recognize the patterns of oppression, and feel empowered to res...
2025-10-2818 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensQueer Joy in Scary Movies? The Truth About Horror & LGBTQ YouthWhat if the monster your child identifies with…isn’t a threat, but a symbol of courage, survival, and truth?For many LGBTQ+ teens, horror films offer more than scares; they offer safety, self-expression, and even joy. While many parents associate horror with violence and fear, queer youth see something radically different: empowerment, visibility, and a chance to survive in a world that often misunderstands them. This episode dives into the coded history of queerness in horror, how today’s youth are reclaiming it, and what it reveals about the emotional worlds of LGBTQ+ kids.Discover how ho...
2025-10-2114 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensGenerational Ghosts That Haunt Parents of LGBTQ KidsWhat if the ghosts haunting your parenting aren’t spooky but silent? And what if your child’s future depends on whether you face them?For parents and allies of LGBTQ+ kids, cycles of silence, shame, and inherited fear can sneak into how we parent, often without us realizing it. These “ghosts” may have protected us once, but now they risk being passed down unless we pause to acknowledge and unlearn them. This episode offers the guidance you need to parent more consciously, with empathy, safety, and healing at the center - and learn actionable ways to break th...
2025-10-1018 min
HOT AIR: LGBTQ Life, Dating, Mental Health & Pop CultureTampa Pride 2026 Cancelled, LUSH Trans Bath Bomb, Turning Point USA Controversy & More! LGBTQ+ News Round-UpThis week on Hot Air, we’re breaking down the biggest LGBTQ+ news stories you need to know. From shocking cancellations to surprising corporate allyship and government controversies, this episode dives deep into the issues shaping queer life right now.🌈 Here’s what we cover in this LGBTQ+ news round-up:Tampa Pride 2026 Cancelled: Why organizers pulled the plug and what it means for Florida’s LGBTQ+ community and economy.LUSH Launches a Trans Flag Bath Bomb: How the cosmetics company is donating 75% of profits to TransHub in support of transgender rights an...
2025-09-2614 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensWhy LGBTQ Kids Wait Until College to Come OutWhy do so many LGBTQ kids wait until college to come out, and what does that mean?In this insightful and compassionate episode, Heather Hester explores why college becomes a powerful turning point for many LGBTQ young people and what parents and allies need to understand. From the need for distance and safety to the importance of chosen community, you'll learn how to support your child without making it about you (no judgement or shame on you, we promise!)Understand why coming out often begins with identity ownership not rejection of familyLearn how to respond with...
2025-09-2319 min
The Queer Family Podcast – LGBTQ Families & Queer Parenting StoriesWhat the New LGBTQ+ Study Really Says—And Why It Matters for Queer Families With Orion Rummler (The 19th) & Pew’s Rachel MinkinWe went in-studio (!) with journalist Orion Rummler (The 19th) and Rachel Minkin (Pew Research Center, and a gay mom) to unpack Pew’s major 2025 study of LGBTQ+ Americans—released around the 10-year anniversary of Obergefell. We talk social acceptance gaps (L/G & bi vs. trans/nonbinary), how data actually moves policy, the everyday realities of queer family-building (hello, insurance barriers), chosen family, medical micro/macro-aggressions, and what comes next. Orion also shares reporting on transmasculine pregnancy; Rachel brings the numbers and her family story.🏳️🌈 Key TakeawaysAcceptance isn’t equal: 61% of LGBTQ adults see at least “a fair amount” of...
2025-09-0858 minThe Queer Family Podcast – LGBTQ Families & Queer Parenting StoriesWhat the New LGBTQ+ Study Really Says—And Why It Matters for Queer Families With Orion Rummler (The 19th) & Pew’s Rachel MinkinWe went in-studio (!) with journalist Orion Rummler (The 19th) and Rachel Minkin (Pew Research Center, and a gay mom) to unpack Pew’s major 2025 study of LGBTQ+ Americans—released around the 10-year anniversary of Obergefell. We talk social acceptance gaps (L/G & bi vs. trans/nonbinary), how data actually moves policy, the everyday realities of queer family-building (hello, insurance barriers), chosen family, medical micro/macro-aggressions, and what comes next. Orion also shares reporting on transmasculine pregnancy; Rachel brings the numbers and her family story.🏳️🌈 Key TakeawaysAcceptance isn’t equal: 61% of LGBTQ adults see at least “a fair amount” of...
2025-09-0858 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensStop Blaming Identity! The Dangerous Myth Affecting LGBTQ Kids' Mental HealthHave you ever heard someone say LGBTQ kids struggle with mental health because of who they are?In this urgent episode, Heather Hester dismantles one of the most dangerous myths surrounding LGBTQ+ youth: that their mental health struggles are inherent. With clarity and compassion, she explores the real causes like rejection, stigma, and lack of affirming care, and shares what parents, allies, and advocates can do to protect the lives and dignity of LGBTQ+ youth today.Learn why identity isn’t the problem, rejection is, and how that impacts LGBTQ+ mental healthDiscover the daily actions parents an...
2025-09-0523 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensWhat LGBTQ Kids Really Need from Their ParentsDo you think you're doing the right thing for your LGBTQ child, but still feel like you're fumbling through it alone?In this deeply honest and empowering episode, Heather Hester is joined by author Anna MacArthur to explore what happens when your child comes out before you’re ready and how to grow into the fierce, loving, and informed parent they need. Together, they unpack the emotional rollercoaster of learning, unlearning, and becoming an LGBTQ+ ally in real time.Hear the real story behind Anna’s unexpected journey from confusion to courage after her son’s coming...
2025-08-2636 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensBe the Parent and Ally Your College-Bound LGBTQ Kid NeedsIs your LGBTQ teen heading to college and you’re wondering how to support them without smothering their independence?The transition to college is a huge milestone. For LGBTQ students, it can bring both liberation and new layers of fear, risk, and identity exploration. This episode offers the tools and guidance parents and allies need to empower their teen while staying emotionally connected.Help your LGBTQ+ teen prepare for affirming housing, healthcare, and mental health resourcesLearn how to support their safety and autonomy with practical strategiesDiscover how to stay lovingly connected without hovering and build trust in...
2025-08-1914 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensBack to School Without Burnout: Supporting LGBTQ TeensIs your LGBTQ teen heading back to high school, but quietly bracing for judgment, isolation, or burnout?For LGBTQ+ teens, high school is often a complex dance between self-expression and self-protection. This episode explores how parents and allies can become the steady, empowering force teens need during this crucial time without trying to control their journey.Discover practical ways to support your teen emotionally at home and at schoolLearn how to communicate with teachers and advocate for safer, more inclusive environmentsHelp your teen access affirming community, resources, and mental health tools on their terms...
2025-08-1515 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensParents, This Is How to Make Travel Safer for LGBTQ KidsIs your LGBTQ child carrying invisible emotional baggage every time you travel?For many LGBTQ+ youth, what should be a fun vacation can trigger stress, dysphoria, and emotional shutdown. This episode explores how parents and allies can spot the signs, ease the mental load, and create more affirming travel experiences.Learn how to identify hidden mental health struggles in LGBTQ+ kids while travelingDiscover grounding tools and affirming travel routines that build connection and safetyExplore simple but powerful acts of allyship and kindness that transform travel into healingPress play to learn how to travel...
2025-08-0819 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensLGBTQ Travel Tips: How to Keep Family Vacations Safe & AffirmingWould your next family vacation make your LGBTQ+ child feel affirmed or anxious?Whether you're planning a road trip or flying internationally, traveling with an LGBTQ+ child brings unique emotional and safety needs. This episode explores how to turn travel into a safe, empowering experience for your entire family.Learn what to pack so your LGBTQ+ child feels seen, grounded, and supportedGet expert tips on researching inclusive destinations, events, and accommodationsDiscover tools and apps that help ensure emotional safety and legal awareness while abroadPress play to feel confident and prepared when traveling with...
2025-08-0518 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensWhat Every Parent of LGBTQ Kids Should Know About School SafetyIs your child’s school truly safe for all students? For LGBTQ youth, safety can’t be assumed; it must be advocated for.In this powerful and practical episode, Heather breaks down what school safety really looks like for LGBTQ+ students, and what happens when it's missing. From book bans to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation to silenced teachers, the current climate is putting queer students at risk. But it’s not hopeless. Parents, educators, and allies can make a difference with presence, persistence, and a clear plan of action.Learn what questions to ask your child’s school to asses...
2025-07-2512 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensThe Real Impact of Anti-LGBTQ Laws And What You Can Do As a Parent or AllyAre you watching headlines and wondering, “How is this even possible?” You’re not alone. What’s happening is no longer theoretical, it's personal.In this urgent and grounding episode, Heather takes us beyond the headlines into the real-world consequences of anti-LGBTQ+ laws, court rulings, and systemic rollbacks of civil rights. Humanity is being politicized. This moment isn’t just about policies, it’s about people, especially LGBTQ+ youth who are being stripped of protections, care, and safety. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, outraged, or uncertain about what to do next, this episode is your guide to clarity and...
2025-07-1816 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensHow Parents of LGBTQ Kids Turn Fear Into AllyshipAre you afraid of “getting it wrong” when it comes to supporting your LGBTQ+ child or navigating today’s climate as an ally? You're not alone.In this tender and truth-telling episode, Heather explores the quiet fears that often go unspoken in LGBTQ+ families: the parent’s fear of the unknown, the child’s fear of rejection, and the shared fear of being misunderstood. But instead of pushing fear away, she shows us how to make space for it and how that space can become a bridge toward safety, courage, and connection.Learn how to recognize and name f...
2025-07-1116 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ Teens988 Crisis Line Dropped LGBTQ Support: What Parents & Allies Must KnowWhat happens when crisis support is stripped away, but the danger remains? And what do we do with the heartbreak, anger, and fear that follow?In this timely episode, Heather unpacks the quiet, unannounced removal of the LGBTQ+ support option from the national 988 crisis line—and what that loss means for queer youth, for families, and for every ally committed to creating a safer, more just world. But this conversation goes beyond policy. It dives into the emotional tension we’re all holding right now: how to stay engaged and hopeful while feeling deeply saddened, disappointed, and even...
2025-07-0420 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensProtecting LGBTQ Kids: Love Is the Start, Not the StrategyAre you truly protecting your LGBTQ child - or just hoping love will be enough?In a world where safety for LGBTQ+ youth is under attack, many parents and allies feel overwhelmed, unsure how to provide real protection at home. This episode tackles the urgent need for emotional, psychological, and identity-based safety and offers a powerful framework to help families create affirming environments that truly protect.Learn 5 simple yet transformative ways to make your home safer and more affirming for LGBTQ+ youthGain the confidence and language to set loving but firm boundaries with extended family and...
2025-07-0120 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensThe Power of Disruptive Kindness for Parents and LGBTQ AlliesCan kindness be disruptive and even radical? And, what if being “nice” is quietly doing harm?In today’s episode of More Human. More Kind., we explore the transformative power of kindness—not the performative kind that avoids discomfort, but the kind rooted in courage, truth, and fierce allyship. As parents and allies of LGBTQ+ youth, it can feel safer to choose politeness or neutrality, but true allyship demands something deeper. You’ll learn why kindness isn’t about staying quiet or keeping peace—it’s about protecting what matters, sparking change, and showing up even when it’s uncomfortab...
2025-06-2716 min
More Human More Kind: Allyship Guidance for Parents of LGBTQ TeensLetting Go of Perfect: Embrace the Messiness of LGBTQ AllyshipPride Month Series | More Human. More Kind. with Heather HesterAre you worried about saying the wrong thing to your LGBTQ child or holding back your support until you “get it right”?In this deeply honest episode, Heather Hester explores one of the biggest blocks parents and allies face: perfectionism. She shares her own journey of fumbling, learning, and ultimately showing up imperfectly but wholeheartedly for her LGBTQ kids. If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by the fear of messing up, this episode offers both comfort and guidance.Discover why perfectionism is a barrier to tru...
2025-06-1011 min
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2025-03-181h 00
にじシバラジオにじシバラジオ#013 「LGBTQ」と「アライ」の微妙な関係にじシバラジオ第13回
今回は７月に開催したにじシバの振り返り回前半。７月はアライの方の参加も多かったことから、「LGBTQ」と「アライ」という二つの言葉をめぐる混乱について考察！
MC：にじシバ座長・ともぞー、出版社ぶなのもり・小倉
毎週水曜 午前５時配信予定
にじシバラジオ#013 概要
「アライ」という言葉を耳にするようになった時期
「アライ」前史～「おこげ」と「支援者」～
「アライ」と「LGBTQ」をめぐる誤解
ゲイやレズビアンと書くのが嫌だからLGBTQと書く？／LGBTQというカテゴリーと「アライ」
LGBTQというカテゴリーがある割には相互理解は進んでない？
活動家のゲイとそうでないゲイ、トランス女性と女装子／ゲイ、レズビアンの中のトランスフォビア
LGBTQが「当事者」、それ以外が「アライ」という誤解
自分が何者なのかを知ることで他者とつながる／自己分析チェックシートとMBTI診断
LGBTの間の多様性とアライ性
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◆にじシバは、川口市芝にあるシェアスペース「スペースとプラン」で開催している、ジェンダーやセクシュアリティ不問のおしゃべり会です。月２回開催。
開催日程の詳細はにじシバ公式HPでご確認ください！
◆また、にじシバはNPO法人レインボーさいたまの会の活動の一環でもあります。活動の詳細についてはレインボーさいたまの会公式HPをご覧ください。
◆にじシバラジオの感想・お便り・お問い合わせはこちらから→ https://forms.gle/EMNvwJGcmJDFdcb49
◆にじシバラジオMCの一人、小倉さんが経営する出版社ぶなのもり
◆にじシバ開催場所、シェアスペース「スペースとプラン」
◆にじシバ発祥の地、ブックカフェ「ココシバ」
OP・ED曲はBGMerさんが配信している楽曲を利用しています。→ BGMer http://bgmer.net
※OP曲 [Free Music] Lunar Eclipse - Drunk
※ED曲 フリーBGM [夕暮れコスモス]
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