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TRANS JOY BOISEHB270 EXPLAINED: Idaho’s Anti-Trans ‘Indecent Exposure’ Law w/ Trans Politician Nikson MathewsSend us a textIdaho’s controversial HB270 law—framed as an “indecent exposure” bill—has v. raised alarm across the LGBTQ2SIA+ community for its potential to criminalize trans people in public spaces. In this episode, trans state senate candidate Nikson Mathews breaks down the bill’s dangers, shares personal experiences at the Capitol, and offers insight into what this legislation really means for trans lives in Idaho.In this powerful episode, we are joined by Idaho’s first "openly transgender appointed lawmaker fills in for Idaho Senator, Nikson Mathews, un...
2025-05-031h 08
TRANS JOY BOISETrans Joy, Politics & Fighting Erasure | Nikson Mathews on Advocacy in IdahoSend us a textIn this powerful episode of Trans Joy Boise, we welcome Nikson Mathews—genderqueer, transmasculine advocate, State Chair for the Idaho Democratic Queer Caucus, and policy expert at Add the Words Idaho. Nikson shares insights on the fight against anti-trans legislation, the importance of representation in politics, and how to stay resilient in the face of erasure.We dive into:🔥 The growing wave of anti-LGBTQ2SIA+ bills in Idaho & beyond🏳️⚧️ The reality of lobbying for trans rights in conservative spaces🩺 The dangers of healthcare discrimination & the Medical Defense Act🗳️ The SAVE Act...
2025-02-1354 min
Idaho ReportsEpisode: Another Decade of Fighting to Add the WordsGay and transgender Idahoans have asked lawmakers for years to protect them from discrimination under the state's human rights act. Senate Minority Leader Melissa Wintrow and activist Nikson Mathews reflect on the ten years since the one and only legislative hearing on the "Add the Words" bill in 2015.
2025-01-2308 min
City Cast BoiseWhat You Need to Know About Idaho’s Anti-LGBTQ BillsWhen Nikson Mathews testified against House Bill 421 a few weeks ago, he introduced himself to lawmakers as “your happy fulfilled trans neighbor.” Blake Hunter with our Hey Boise newsletter is talking with Mathews — who is running for the legislature — about the anti-LGBTQ+ bills Boiseans should be following. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning.Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE.
2024-02-2919 min
Pride Pages PodcastNikson for Idaho - A More Inclusive Idaho🌈 Pride Pages Podcast - video and audio available 🌈✨ Meet Nikson Mathews (they/he), a dedicated Boise resident and multi-generational Idahoan running for Representative. Nikson shares his coming out story, first as a lesbian, then as a transgender person. A Boise State University graduate with over a decade in marketing and advertising, Nikson focuses on collaborative problem-solving.In the LGBTQIA+ community, Nikson actively engages in statewide outreach, partnering with ACLU Idaho and Add The Words for meaningful change in healthcare access, housing protections, and equal rights in Idaho.For more about Nikson and how you can support them in...
2024-01-2527 min
Jordi - Happiness HeroLove ALWAYS Wins: Trans Lives Matter!We all had dreams for our future when we were little kids. What if your dream was just to be able to feel at home in your own body?
This week, Jordi sits down to discuss what living as a trans human is like with her college roommate and chosen family member, Nikson Mathews. This episode exemplifies the life saving power of wholly loving someone for who they are, and not in spite of anything. It discusses the need for allies and the queer community alike to raise their voices in support of trans humans.
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2023-06-201h 02
Jordi - Happiness HeroLove ALWAYS Wins: Trans Lives Matter!We all had dreams for our future when we were little kids. What if your dream was just to be able to feel at home in your own body?
This week, Jordi sits down to discuss what living as a trans human is like with her college roommate and chosen family member, Nikson Mathews. This episode exemplifies the life saving power of wholly loving someone for who they are, and not in spite of anything. It discusses the need for allies and the queer community alike to raise their voices in support of trans humans.
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2023-06-201h 04