Shows
TranzmissionTrans Poetry Party!Host: Rae (they/them)
Today Rae (they/them) chats all things poetry! Rae highlights local poetry readings from Jack Anthony (he/they), Lilian Martin (they/them), Key Stone (any/all), and Shibboleth (it/its). Rae then reads and chats about poetry from the new book Trans Voices in Horror by Bloodletter.
Timestamps and Links:
00:00 - Acknowledgement of Country
00:20 - Welcome to Tranzmission
01:37 - Community News: LGTBI Legal Service Media Release
03:54 - Community Events: Links in notes
07:15 - Key Stone: Verb, Adjective, Noun
10:25 - fhae - life in cycle/the egg
10:45 - Shibboleth: Ask me...
2026-01-1635 min
TranzmissionMyths and MakersHosts: Rae (they/them) w/ Special Guest Reizor (they/she)
Today Rae (they/them) reports on recent news including: a possible loophole in Queensland's recently reinstated puberty blocker ban; a protest for trans healthcare at 7am 10 Dec at Speaker's Corner; and the new sex and gender questions in the 2026 Census.
Rae also chats with Zoe Terakes (they/he) about their debut book Eros: Queer Myths for Lovers; and with Reizor (they/she) about RPGs and poetry.
Timestamps and Links;
00:00 - Acknowledgement of Country
00:20 - Welcome to Tranzmission
02:00 - Community News and Events
06:02 - Interview...
2025-12-1257 min
TranzmissionFinding Trans CommunityHosts: Rae (They/Them), Natalia (She/Her) and Hazel (She/Her) w/ Special Guests April (She/They) and Connor (He/Him)
Today Rae (They/Them), Natalia (She/Her) and Hazel (She/Her) chat with April (She/They) and Connor (He/Him) of Trans Joy Meanjin about the who, what, where, and when of finding fellowship in the trans and gender diverse community.
Timestamps and Links;
00:00 - Acknowledgement of Country
00:20 - Welcome to Tranzmission
01:25 - Community News and Events: Links in the Notes below
04:58 - Trans Joy Meanjin - Instagram and Facebook
05:42 - Who is: A...
2025-11-2828 min
TranzmissionTrans Rag w/ OriHosts: Rae (they/them) and Ez (he/him)
This week Rae (they/them) and Ez (he/him) chat about current news items, including the Queensland government's recent privacy breach that could have ‘outed’ a trans child, and LNP meeting proposals about transgender toilet laws. Rae spoke with Ori Diskett (he/she), the editor of transitive rag aka trans rag, a new quarterly magazine of trans writing and art, based in Magandjin/Meanjin. Issue #1 was released 17 October 2025, and submissions to Issue #2 are open now. If you want to see trans rag thrive, you can support them at trans-rag.com...
2025-11-1430 min
TranzmissionTrans Justice in the Supreme CourtHosts: Ez (he/him), Bette (she/they), and Rae (they/them) w/ Special Guest Matilda Alexander (she/they)
This week Ez (he/him), Bette (she/they), and Rae (they/them) are joined in studio by Matilda Alexander (she/they) from the LGBTI Legal Service. Matilda was the leading lawyer who brought the battle to Health Minister Tim Nicholls in the Supreme Court over the health care directive banning access to puberty blockers for trans kids through the public health care system. Together they discuss what happened in January that resulted in the ban, how the matter was...
2025-11-0729 min
TranzmissionTransness, Incarceration, and AbolitionHosts: Hazie (she/her) w/ Special Guest Necho Brocchi (she/her) (and Jack (he/thim))
This week Hazle (She/Her) brings advocate and author Necho Brocchi (She/Her) to discuss transness, incarceration, and prison abolition (with Station Manager Jack (He/Him) panelling).
To donate to the Incarcerated Trans & Gender Diverse Community Fund head here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/incarcerated-trans-amp-gender-diverse-community-fund
Timestamps and Links;
00:00 - Acknowledgement of Country
00:20 - Welcome to Tranzmission
01:14 - Community News and Events
03:41 - Necho: Transness, Incarceration, and Prison Abolition
14:54 - Necho: Incarcerated Trans and Gender Diverse Fund
16:18...
2025-10-2428 min
TranzmissionRaw Unfiltered EchoesHosts: Ez (he/him) and Rae (they/them) w/ Special Guest Key (any/all)
This week Ez (he/him) and Rae (they/them) are joined in studio by one of the wonderful hosts of Echoes from the Cave Inn - Key (any/all). Together they discuss making poetry, whether you’re "good" or not, the origins of Echoes from the Cave Inn as well as the joy of open mic poetry. Also, some community events and vibes.
Timestamps and Links:
00:00 - Acknowledgement of Country
00:20 - Welcome to Tranzmission
02:33 - Community Events: links in notes be...
2025-10-0327 min
TranzmissionFlap Your FlippersHosts: Ez (he/him) and Rae (they/them)
This week Ez (he/him) and Rae (they/them) discuss all things trans zines, Rae brought in a stack of their personal zine collection sharing ones they love as well as reading some poetry from C.S. Potter - Tooth & Nail. There is also an interview with Mill from Naarm based Indie band Porpoise Spit discussing their latest album What's It Like Down There? Together they talk music making, production, and the evolution of the Porps! You can catch Porpoise Spit at The Junk Bar on the 24th of...
2025-09-2631 min
TranzmissionSonic Kinship - BIGSOUND 2025Hosts: Ez (he/him) and Hazel (she/her) w/ Special Guess Ellie (she/her) and Tim (they/them)
This week Hazel and Ez have guests Ellie (she/her) and Tim (they/them) from FVNERAL and TRANSGENRE to discuss BIGSOUND, community mixer event Beats Beyond the Binary The heart of Australia’s music industry lies with its incredible queer, trans and gender-diverse community. Beats Beyond the Binary is an electrifying mixer, fostering connection, empowerment and inclusivity through shared passion and creativity. hosted by Transgenre and Tranzmission at QUVIR in Winn Lane, Tuesday 2nd September starting at 5pm. Tim, El...
2025-09-0526 min
TranzmissionLiving Authentically with Peer Reviewed Cool BeansHosts: Brody (they/them) and Hazel (she/her) w/ Special Guest Tara (they/them)
Brody and Hazel had the privilege to chat to Tara from Living Authentically about what they do and how they ended up starting this! We had chats about sex ed workshops and peer reviewed handy tips to decrease dysphoria!!!
Timestamps and Links:
00:00 - Acknowledgement of Country
00:20 - Welcome to Tranzmission
02:47 - Living Authentically w/ Tara (@queersocialworker)
09:38 - Living Authentically: The Sex Ed That You Didn’t Get
13:42 - Living Authentically: Pleasure and Dysphoria
📸 ID: Tara from Living Authentically throwing a bunch...
2025-08-1923 min
Tranzmission50 Years in Your Ears AKA sub sub sub SUB SUB SUB SUUUUUB!!!!Hosts: Ez (he/him), Bette (she/they), Sellma Soul (she/her), Brody (they/them), Hazel (she/her), and Rae (they/them)
Ez, Rae, Bette, Hazel, Brody, and Sellma Soul are in studio this week playing Trans Bangers and encouraging you to subscribe to the greatest radio station on earth 4 TRIPLE ZED!
And when you subscribe don’t forget that to name TRANZMISSION as your favourite show so you can win extra with all these up for grabs!
📚 A $50 gift voucher from @bentbooks
🩲 Gender affirming underwear (2x boxer briefs or tucking underwear) from @dys4ick
🛼 A Merch Pack w...
2025-08-1224 min
TranzmissionPumped for Justice Beyond The BinaryHosts: Ez (he/him) and Rae (they/them) w/ Special Guest Bowen (he/they)
This week Ez (he/him) and Rae (they/them) are in studio catching you up on all the week in community news and events. They were also joined by Bowen (he/they) from the LGBTI Legal Service discussing their latest community resource Justice Beyond the Binary which is a website designed to help Non-Binary people to navigate through life free from discrimination. Whether you’re planning on coming out at work, or taking an issue to the human rights commission. There's also subsections fo...
2025-08-0522 min
TranzmissionLiterary Stuff with A.K. MulfordHosts: Ez (he/him) and Rae (they/them)
This week Rae (they/them) and Ez (he/him) are in studio they pay homage to recently passed Poet and American Activist Andrea Gibson sharing some excerpts of their work. Also in this episode Rae interviews A.K. Mulford (she/they) who is a bestselling fantasy romance author with books published in twelve languages worldwide. Both traditionally and self-published, Mulford loves writing adventurous and feel-good tales with and diverse characters. They also write cozy and spicy romantic comedies under the pen name Ali K. Mulford. A US and NZ...
2025-07-2227 min
TranzmissionHappy International Non-Binary Day!Hosts: Liz (they/them) and Rae (they/them)
We're kickin' it non-bineeey style! Happy International Non-Binary Day!
Today Liz (they/them) and Rae (they/them) celebrate International Non-Binary People's Day (14 July), chatting about the upcoming INBD celebrations on 6 September at Jagera Hall.
We also chat about non-binary journal #EnbyLife, and read poetry by non-binary poets Gabi Cadenhead, Jasper Peach, and Dan Hogan.
Timestamps and Links;
00:00 - Welcome to Tranzmission
01:43 - International Non-Binary Day @Jagara Hall - Sat Sep 6 2pm - inbdmagandjin.com
10:06 - Non-Binary Poetry Time
11:43 - Gabi Cadenhead
12:31 - ‘Genderbread, A Recipe’ by Gabi...
2025-07-1524 min
TranzmissionEUREKA!: APO//O chat DIY Tranz PUNKHosts: Hazel (she/her) and Liz (they/them) w/ Special Guest Felix (he/they) and Adam (he/him) from APO//O
Timestamps and Links;
00:00 - Tranzmission welcomes APO//O
02:12 - Community Events and News
02:18 - CEaN: Open Doors Submission Workshop for the Queensland Government’s review into gender-affirming care for adolescents
02:52 - CEaN: Glastonbury - Amyl and the Sniffers
03:44 - APO//O: Mythos EP
05:14 - APO//O: APHROD/TE
09:47 - APO//O: DIY Music Making
11:56 - APO//O: Production: Ableton and Logic
13:32 - APO//O: Artistry
14:56 - APO//O: ICARVS
20:02 - APO//O: The Metal Trans Cr...
2025-07-0131 min
TranzmissionPlant Strong Trans NutritionHost: Ez (he/him) and Rae (they/them)
This week Ez (he/him) and Rae (they/them) are in studio filling you in on the week in community news and events, including 'The Largest Trans Survey Ever.' There's also an interview with Leah Higl from PlantStrongCo. Together Ez and Leah (she/they) discuss nutrition and diet for trans people, as well as how to access a nutritionist, social stigma around trans bodies in the fitness industry. Ez also asked Leah questions about general health for trans and gender diverse people looking for some advice.
...
2025-06-1731 min
TranzmissionWet 4 GenderHosts: Ez (he/him), Rae (they/them) and Hazel (she/her)
Timestamps and Links;
00:00 - Tranzmission
01:16 - Community News: Trigger Warning
01:33 - CN: QLD Blocker Review Panel Criticised
04:09 - CN: Biles Blasts ‘Bully’ Gaines
08:20 - CN: We Have Earned Our Spots Segment
13:13 - CN: Trans Owned Live More Opening Across Oz
16:48 - Trans Representation in Japanese Media (TRiJM)
18:05 - TRiJM: Princess Knight
19:40 - TRiJM: Gatchaman - Berg Katse
20:41 - TRiJM: Ranma ½
23:56 - Finding Yourself in The Media - Birdo
26:02 - ZED50 and more EVENTS
Support Services
QLife - 1800 189 527
QC LGBT Mental Health Services
Open Doors...
2025-06-1028 min
TranzmissionTranz Art and YouHosts: Hazel (she/her) and Ez (he/him)
Timestamps and Links;
00:00 - Tranz Art: and You
02:02 - Tranz Art: You Are Here Too
02:37 - Tranz Art: Nick Breedon
03:08 - Tranz Art: Ez’s Mirror - Body Sculpture
03:35 - Tranz Art: QueerFest and Gay Skate Shirt
05:15 - Tranz Art: Woah I’m Kind of Hyper
08:02 - Tranz Art: Public Art by Tara Heffernan - Tinder’s The Big Rainbow
09:08 - Tranz Art: Corporation Assimilation of Queer Symbols
12:24 - Trans Coding: Ponyo
13:36 - Trans Coding: Werwolves and Vampires
19:18 - Back to The Pink Triangle
Support Services
QLife...
2025-05-2021 min
TranzmissionIp-switching GendersHosts: Ez (he/him), Hazel (she/her), and Bridie (they/them)
Timestamps and Links;
01:38 - Thinking Outside The City
03:10 - Community News: UK Supreme Court Ruling
04:43 - Community News: US Trans Troop Care
07:14 - The Rural Trans Experience: ABS
08:21 - RTE: Finding Community w/ Al Wheeler
09:22 - RTE: Upbringing w/ MJ
09:59 - RTE: Inspirations w/ Bridie - G Flip
13:02 - RTE: Misconceptions w/ Al Wheeler
13:30 - RTE: Marburg
13:48 - Banshees Bar and Arts - Ipswich
14:28 - Technical Difficulties: It’s Community Radio Folks
15:19 - RTE: Misconceptions cont. w/ Al Wheeler
15:50 - #AprilAtonement - SUBSCRIBE to 4ZZZ
16:57...
2025-04-2932 min
TranzmissionTHE WORM GIRLZ ARE HEREHosts: Sean (she/her) and Hazel (she/her) w/ Special Guests from Worm Girlz - Loz (they/them) and Jade (she/her)
The Abomination about Town and Hazel channel love and chaos while chatting the new release Jackie with Worm Girlz Jade and Loz!
Timestamps and Links;
03:12 - Worm Girlz: Jackie
09:09 - Worm Girls: Horror as a Genre/Themes
12:20 - Worm Girls: Influencesr
13:42 - Shoutout: Director Tayla Lauren
14:35 - Chappell Roan Show: Cunty as Hell
18:57 - The Tea: Art in the Park Teaser
20:30 - Reclaiming Media: Waiting for My Real Life to Begin by C...
2025-04-0224 min
TranzmissionTravelling When TransHosts: Sean (she/her) and Hazel (she/her)
"Our Girl in Madrid" Hazel and "The Abomination About Town" Sean have taken over the studio for a special extended episode to discuss travel, the machine that scans your gender, public bathrooms and how we need to start claiming cisgendered media for our selves. Notable cisgendered appearance of Cold Chisel's "Flame Trees" as an Trans Masc anthem.
Timestamps and Links:
03:56 - Sean goes Pink for Trixie Mattel
05:26 - Travelling when Trans (TwT)
10:16 - TwT: How to Approach Travelling
14:46 - TwT: Research - Smart Traveller
16:33 - TwT...
2025-02-2658 min
TranzmissionRally Recaps, Haunted Mirrors and Local SolidarityHosts: Sean (she/her) and Hazel (she/her)
Sean, your Abomination About Town is in the studio with "Our Girl in Madrid", Hazel recapping the outstanding rallies, protests and events of the weekend. The conversation covers community solidarity, the tactics of conservative federal politicians and how some people just need to slither back into the haunted mirrors that spawned them.
Timestamps and Links:
01:19 - Trans Justice Project’s Protect Trans Youth Call To Action
03:58 - Current QLD Review
12:13 - Aaminah Khan from LGBT Legal Service Inc.
20:34 - Leah talking Community
29:56 - Steven Bates, Federal MP...
2025-02-1247 min
TranzmissionThe Tranz MissionHosts: Sev (he/they, Hazel (she/her), and Bette (she/they)
The Tranzmission team stands in solidarity with trans young people. We are sharing interviews with the parents of trans young people in our community, conducted by the Tranzmission team.
A huge thanks to the parents and families who so bravely shared their stories with us.
Links:
Australian Professional Association for Trans Health (AusPATH)
Transcend Australia
Queensland Children’s Gender Service
Relationships Australia Transilience Course
Trans Justice Project:
Anti-Trans Disinformation Handbook
Call to Action - 10am Saturday 8th February 2025
Open Doors Yo...
2025-02-051h 27
TranzmissionMagical Gender AdventureHosts: Ez (he/him) and Sean (she/her) w/ Special Guest Rae White (they/them)
This week Sean and Ez are joined in studio by local poet, author and zine maker Rae White to discuss their new book coming out on the 29th of January titled All The Colours Of The Rainbow illustrated by Sha'an D'anthes. The trio discuss the creative process, tra(i)ns, and mostly obnoxious bullshit that evolves into deep profound conversation about being a creative in a capitalist world.
Timestamps and Links:
02:10 - Promotions: Toiling under the yolk of capitalism...
2025-01-2234 min
TranzmissionRADIOTHON 2024Hosts: Ez (he/him), Charlie (they/them)m Hazel (she/her), and a special reappearance of Sellma Soul (she/her)
It's RADIOTHON!! Ez, Charlie, Hazel, and Sellma Soul are in studio to help raise subscriptions for 4ZZZ! It's that time of year when we need YOU to support 4ZZZ by subscribing and winning prizes! Only from August 9th - 18th. By subscribing you get a whole bunch of 4ZZZ perks, and the chance to win a bunch of incredible prizes, and this year Tranzmission goes one step further, if you subscribe and list Tranzmission as your favourite...
2024-08-1431 min
TranzmissionDing Ding She's A WomanHosts: Ez (he/him) and Hazel (she/her) w/ Special Guest Piper (she/they)
This week Ez and Hazel are hyped for so much community news, discussing topics such as the British Medical Association calling the Cass Review "Unsubstantiated," The supreme court of Nepal now legally recognises trans people who do not undergo gender-affirming surgery as trans, as well as discussions on the most topical Olympic news, Algerian boxer Iman Khelif and the international "outrage" of people finding out she is infact a cis gendered woman. The team also had guest Piper (they, she) from Magandjin People's...
2024-08-0728 min
TranzmissionEvie RyderHosts: Ez (he/him) and Hazel (she/her) w/ Special Guest Evie Ryder (she/her)
What does Queen Camilla, Pauline Hanson, and skateboarding all have in common? Well it's Evie Ryder of course! Local trans icon, community elder and skateboarding champion! This week Ez and Hazel chat to the incredible Evie Ryder touching on interesting moments in her career as a professional skateboarder, instructor and support worker. Not to mention Evie's long history working with trans and queer folk over the last 25 years across Queensland. There was also the usual suspects, the week in community events and...
2024-07-3130 min
TranzmissionActing, Being Visibly Trans, and Making Theatre in MeeanjinHosts: Sean (she/her), Hazel (she/her), and Special Guest Billy Fogarty (they/them)
Sean, your favourite Abomination About Town is back in the studio with the newest member of the Tranzmission Team, Hazel! Today we are talking with Billy Fogarty, a local trans queer-gender professional actor. We talk about the power of art and performance to free us from the performative nature of gender, what it is like navigating finding roles in the mainstream culture, and the problems with altering one's body while still being considered for work.
Timestamps and Links:
02:43 - Community...
2024-07-2428 min
TranzmissionHow Junk Science Affects Transmasculine KidsHosts: Bette (she/they ), Hazel (she/her), and Ez (he/him)
What are the factors causing increased numbers of out transmasc kids in recent years and why are anti-trans activists so eager to target them? Bette (she/they), Ez (he/him) and Hazel (she/her) theorise about this and other pressing questions, like why do so many cis men smell bad? Special nod to Lisa Littman, inventor of the junk-science theory "rapid-onset gender dysphoria" and the inspiration for so many bans on gender-affirming care for kids.
Timestamps and Links:
01:37 - Community News: Romania Pride...
2024-07-1727 min
TranzmissionDerby: Transition, Sport, and The delicate art of using your body to knock people to the ground.Host: Sean (she/her) w/ Special Guest Archie (they/he)
Sean, your favourite Abomination About Town is back and talking about a topic close to their heart... knocking people to the ground whilst skating. Joined by Special Guest - Archie (better known as “The Skateriarchy“) they discuss transition, Roller Derby, finding community and wonderful support that comes from community sports.
Timestamps and Links:
01:13 - Support Us Here @ 4ZZZ
02:48 - Talking Sport w/ Archie AKA The Skateriatchy (they/he)
03:24 - Roller Derby Rundown
03:56 - Sport, Gender and Community
04:21 - Introducing Archie
05:20 - The 90s Nikki Webs...
2024-07-1028 min
TranzmissionBetter Books with BetteHost: Ez (he/him) with Special Guest Bette Benjamin (she/they)
Ez is joined by Bette Benjamin, a local trans support worker and novelist discussing her experience with the book Trans Kids by Tey Meadow - which is a trenchant ethnographic and interview-based study of the first generation of families affirming and facilitating gender nonconformity in children. Bette shares her thoughts on Meadow's research as well as sharing personal stories, ancedotes, and quotes from the book.
Bette also mentioned an excellent resource; transreads.org which is a free online book service should you be looking for access...
2023-12-1935 min
TranzmissionShelf LoverzzzHost: Ez
This week Ez is joined by Cass (she/her), Kat (she/her), and Logan (he/him) from Shelf Lovers which is a small independent bookshop in Wooloowin specialising in LGBTQIA+ and romance books, as well as literary-themed gifts. Established by a family of book lovers, offering a welcoming space for all, with lots of pride and no prejudice! Together Cass, Kat, Logan and Ez discussed books, commnity spaces, how Shelf Lovers came to be, the events they host including the future of the store, not to mention lots of chats about the holiday season.
2023-12-1226 min
TranzmissionHail to the King!Host: Sev (he/they) with Special Guest Count Jayne (he/they)
Sev's in studio today with Count Jayne, formally King Jayne of Lochac - of the SCA, The Society of Creative Anachronism - the first openly trans crown holder of Lochac and an inspirational leader for a whole community of historical reenactment enthusiasts. They discuss the joys of the hobby, the impact of trans visibility and the importance of empowerment through community.
Learn more here: https://www.sca.org/join-us/
Timestamps & Links:
01:01 - Community News
Russia Bans "LGBT Movement"
UK Government 'blacklists' Transition...
2023-12-0537 min
TranzmissionCommunity Conflicts and ResolutionsHosts: Ez & Special Guest Marisa Georgiou (they/them)
This week Ez & Marissa discuss community conflicts and resolutions. Together they share their experiences of conflict, managing triggers, restoring relationships with individuals and community, not to mention in depth discussion around reformation for people who perpetrated bad behaviour and the ways victims of that behaviour can heal.
If you'd like to access some free resources to help with conflict resolution click here for Creative Interventions toolkit.
Links and Timestamps:
01:33 - Community Announcements and Events
RPGs for the LGBTs @The Wickham
05:31...
2023-11-2834 min
TranzmissionTrans Justice ProjectHost: Ez
This week Ez updates you on local events around this coming weekend that you might like to attend if you are looking for safer queerer spaces to spend time. Also Trans Day or Resistance Protest in KGS Saturday 25th from 1PM. Ez was also joined by Jackie Turner from The Trans Justice Project to discuss their Statement of Solidarity and how organisations can align themselves with the trans community by signing this statement. Ez & Jackie also discussed other resources the Trans Justice Project offer including training and community info.
If you or and...
2023-11-2121 min
TranzmissionTrans Bodies are NATURALHost: Ez & Special Guest Ellen from Megaherzzz
This week Ez is joined in studio by Ellen from Megaherzzz who recently attended the AusPATH (Australian Professional Association for Trans Health) Conference in Naarm. Ellen and Ez spoke about access to trans health care in so-called-Australia sharing experiences, thoughts and interviews with Jackie Turner from the Trans Justice Project, Necho Brocchi on trans lives in prison as well as Lucy Solonsch chatting about peer models of care and autonomy centering care for trans folk.
Timestamps & Links:
00:42 - Good Morning & Ellen Introduction
01:36 - Community Events
Giveaway...
2023-11-1430 min
TranzmissionRainbow CapitalisnHosts: Cai & Ez
Cai and Ez bring you the latest in community news and events [01:35] before delving into a discussion with Marisa about capitalism, the effects it has on the queer community, and how rainbow capitalism takes far more than it gives [12:55].
2023-06-1433 min
TranzmissionTRANZIVERSARYHosts: Ez & Cai
This week Ez and Cai bring you the latest in community events and news [04:38]. They also have a chat with Sunny from BONEZ ALT QUEER PARTY who is running an event in Meanjin this Friday [09:01]. There was also a giveaway for a double pass to the event. Ez and Cai spend the rest of the show reminising about some of their favourite Tranzmission moments as well as ways you can support the show and 4ZZZ [16:07]. Thank you so much for supporting us over this last year, it means so much to us tranzzz queerz
2023-06-0726 min
TranzmissionTransparentHosts: Ez & Sev
This week Ez and Sev are joined in studio by your dream neighbourhood queer Beat (he/him) to discuss community, the difficulties navigating gendered spaces, and transparenthood [07:30]. The team also updates you on local events [02:14].
2023-05-3127 min
TranzmissionRadical queer theatre (Cooked clowns and bin chickens)Hosts: Ez & Sev
Ez and Sev are joined in studio by trailblazing Meanjin playwright and director Esther Dougherty (they/them) and actors Eli Free (she/they) and Liam Linane (he/they) from the upcoming independent debut production Zagazig. They discuss the power of distinctly queer works, tease at some themes and mysteries in the new play and ponder the complexities of cooked clowns and bin chickens.
You can learn more about Esther’s current and past work, find events listings and more here: https://linktr.ee/erfdougherty
And on Instagram @curtainworld.xyz
2023-05-2424 min
TranzmissionTime & SpaceHost: Ez
Ez flys solo on a cold and wet morning in Meanjin bringing you the latest in community events and news [01:24]. Ez also has a chat with Professor Joan Vaccaro who is a Theoretical Physicist from Griffith University, she discuss her research on Time & Space explaining what she does and has been working towards since 2007 when her research began [05:22]. Joan also talks a little about how her gender and identity allows her unique perspectives in this field [08:01]. Later in the episode Ez talks about Brisbane Pride's Queen's Ball, who is nominated and how Brisbane Pride can and...
2023-05-1724 min
TranzmissionPoetry & PokemonHost: Ez
Today on Tranzmission Ez has a chat with Rae White who is a non-binary transgender writer, educator, and zine maker. Their poetry collection Milk Teeth won the 2017 Arts Queensland Thomas Shapcott Poetry Prize, was shortlisted for the 2019 Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards and commended in the 2018 Anne Elder Award. Rae’s second poetry collection Exactly As I Am is out now. Rae talks about how their experience of their gender identity and how that influences their latest collection Exactly As I Am [12:34]. Rae and Ez had some laughs talking about fan fiction as well as thei...
2023-05-1030 min
TranzmissionSportsHosts: Ez & Cai
This week Ez & Cai chat about trans people in sport, Ez focuses on his experience as a former semi-professional soccer player and clears the air around some misguided information around trans people in sport [09:03]. They also discuss the week in community events [01:57].
2023-05-0322 min
TranzmissionNeuroqueerHost: Ez
Special guest Marisa Georgiou joins Ez in studio this week to discuss being neurodiverse (ND) and transgender [09:36]. Both discuss the complex nature of being neurodiverse and how that plays with gender diversity. Marisa shares some of their experience with autism and how they navigate the world around them. Ez also updates you on the week in community news and events [02:04], trigger warning for listeners.
2023-04-2633 min
TranzmissionMelting Gender MomentsHosts: Ez & Sev
This week Sev and Ez talk gender positivity sharing their personal experiences with gender euphoria as well as having discussions about 4ZZZ's April Atonement and how important it is to support the community spaces that not only protect but celebrate trans lives [07:31]. This episode is filled with lots of laughter and good vibes, not to mention the week in community events [03:12].
If you'd like to support Tranzmission you should subscribe to 4ZZZ by going to 4zzz.org.au/april-atonement
2023-04-1926 min
TranzmissionThe State of The StatesHosts: Cai & Ez
Special edition of Tranzmission Ez talks with Aurora from the U.S. about the current political and social climate for our trans community over in America. This episode contains heavy themes and some language please look after yourself and take a break if you need. This episode is the first of many to come with Aurora, feel free to listen back here or you can head over to linktr.ee./tranzradio.
2023-04-1235 min
TranzmissionCelebrate Trans YouthHost: Ez
This week Ez is joined by Vex and Max from Open Doors to have a little chat about an upcoming Youth Week event at Visible Ink in Fortitude Valley celebrating all things LGBTQIA+ Youth [06:57]. Alexis interviews Shannon Fentiman the Attorney General about the Self ID Laws and where she stands with the trans community [12:48]. There was also the announcement of the winners from the Trans Community Awards [03:00] as well as Ez chats a little bit about the Trans Rights Protest that was held over the weekend [04:18].
2023-04-0525 min
TranzmissionChubby Bicon - Non-Binary FineryHosts: Sev & Ez
Ez and Sev are joined in studio by siblings in blood and drag, Archie and Aurora Arsenic, to talk about [14:59] the upcoming Trans Community Awards, Trans Day of Visibility and the importance of celebrating trans euphoria and joy. Ez and Sev [01:18] rundown some of the key moments of the Kellie-Jay Keen anti trans tour and the escalating counter protests across Australia and New Zealand, taking a moment to acknowledge the mental toll of recent events on the trans, non-binary and GNC community.
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2023-03-2932 min
TranzmissionTrans Folx and Sex Workers: Stronger TogetherHosts: Cai & Ez
This week [12:37] Cai and Ez talk with Valerie, a trans sex worker, activist, and peer support worker, about the overlap between the sex worker and trans communities and what living and working in that intersection feels like, as well as sex worker rights and the #DecrimQLD movement. Cai is in the hotseat again!
And don't forget [00:51] Tranzmission always brings you the latest in community news and events!
2023-03-2132 min
TranzmissionDIY Punk SassHosts: Cai & Ez
This week Cai and Ez bring you [01:09] the latest in community news and events, with Cai taking the hotseat for a spin and local all trans woman punk band Queerbait in studio. [05:56] Together they talk about Queerbait's recent gig supporting Bikini Kill, honouring fallen trans sisters and siblings, and how to make your own trans punk band.
2023-03-1428 min
TranzmissionWendy Carlos - Queen of the synthHosts: Ez & Sev
This week [07:50] Ez and Sev are marking International Women’s Day by celebrating the life and work of Wendy Carlos, legendary composer, musician and synth pioneer. Sev shares their thoughts on the music and life of Wendy Carlos, her incredible contributions to the music and film industry and discusses her long, hard journey to coming out as trans in the public eye in the 70s. [02:24] Ez and Sev also run down the latest in trans community events in Meanjin, holding space for our art, our connections and our resistance.
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2023-03-0733 min
TranzmissionTrans Punk DarlingsHosts: Ez & Cai
Ez and Cai bring you [01:23] the week in community news & events, and [11:01] are joined by local Trans Punk Legend Emmy (she/her) from solo project Emmy Hour and band The Cutaways. Together they discuss making music, the intersections of trans and punk communities, and how the scene has changed and grown over the years.
2023-02-2832 min
TranzmissionGayyymerzHosts: Ez & Sev
This week Ez & Sev are in studio bringing you [02:19] the lastest in community news and events. [09:32] Sev shares his love for The Last of Us TV & video games series, not to mention discussions about UK's Brit Awards. [21:32] Ez shares his love for the video game Celeste and why it's such a profound piece of media for trans representation and story telling.
2023-02-2130 min
TranzmissionSexy G-StringHosts: Ez, Cai, & Sellma
Ez, Cai, & Sellma are back this week [01:55] bringing you the latest in community news and events. The team have a special guest in studio [04:53] Charlie Chan (they/them) is an Australian Composer, Pianist, Multi-Instrumentalist and Recording Artist. They have written soundtracks, scores, and themes for feature films, TV series and theatre productions, is sought after as a public speaker on composition and digital innovation topics, plus also writes and records ambient solo piano compositions. Charlie talks with Tranzmission about music composition, their upcoming releases, transition later in life and how that influences their...
2023-02-1432 min
TranzmissionWe Will SUPpassHosts: Ez & Cai
Beginning with [01:05] the week in community news and events, then [06:52] Ez & Cai are joined in studio by the wonderful Necho Brocchi who works in Trans and Gender Diverse Support, Policy Work, and as a Trans Rights Activist. Necho and the team discuss activism, ways trans folk can look out for each other, what non-trans allies can do to support each other, passing, and sharing thoughts about the trans experience.
2023-02-0728 min
TranzmissionQueer Joy Sprinkled With A Little BitchinessHosts: Ez & Sev
This week Ez & Sev take the main stage bringing you [01:57] the week in community news and events. This episode features these two handsome kings [07:39] discussing Taylor Swift's new music video Lavendar Haze, they discuss what representation for trans people in media looks like and how the impact this kind of media has on your everyday trans person. Sev also shares why he has a cardboard cut out of Taylor Swift and potentially why you shouldn't invite him to your house warming. You don't wanna miss this one!
2023-01-3128 min
TranzmissionThe First StepHosts: Ez, Cai, Sellma, & Sev.
This week Ez, Cai, Sellma, and SEV! Our newest member to the Tranzmission Fam. They are all in studio to discuss the week in [03:43] up coming events as well as [10:03] community news such as: QPS LGBTQIA+ apology, Scotland VS the UK, and preventing TERFs from spreading more BS!
2023-01-2433 min
TranzmissionJay & June Take Over!Hosts: Jay & June
This week the youngest members of the Tranzmission team Jay & June take over the airways bringing you an excellent playlist trans artists. After [04:47] talking the weeks upcoming community news & events, [09:27] June discusses TTRPG games and how Thirsty Sword Lesbians as well as a bunch of others helped them discover who they are. Then [18:34] Jay talks Tales of the City, and how this slice of life serial explores trans life with such kindness. Plus a bunch of wonderful best friend chats!
2023-01-1727 min
TranzmissionCuterusHosts: Ez, Cai & Sellma
WE'RE BACK! For the first episode of Tranzmission for 2023 Ez & Cai introduce their newest member to the Tranzmission family SELLMA SOUL! This amazing tranzzzqueer family spend the episode covering off on local events and news as well as catching you up on what Tranzmission have planned for the year. This episode is also jam packed with the warm and fuzzies.
2023-01-1033 min
TranzmissionForce Fem YourselfHosts: Ez & Cai
This week (18:56) Ez & Cai are joined in studio by June from Bushed Poetry for a very special 2022 season finale of Tranzmission. June, Ez, and Cai chat about the year and share some laughs before June takes your breath away with an incredible live set of music performed in studio. June shares a couple of original tracks Force Fem Yourself and Goblin as well as a cover of Velvet Underhound - Candy Says. There's also (01:44) the week in community events and news. Thank you to everyone out there who tunes in every week, and a...
2022-12-2031 min
TranzmissionNo Matter Where You GoHosts: Ez & Cai
This week Tranzmission are joined in studio by the one and only Sellma Soul [08:59] to discuss her latest track No Matter Where You Go which is Sellma's third release reinforcing her as Meanjin's truth-weilding trans icon. Ez, Cai and Sellma discuss lonliness and fulfillment in life, what we can do for each other coming into the holiday season, as well as some great laughs. And don't forget [01:14] the week in community news and events.
2022-12-1334 min
TranzmissionLocal Activism Is WorkingHost: Ez
This week [08:27] Ez catches up with local trans activist Cloe Sophia about progress in the Mental and Physical Health organisations. [21:19] Ez is also joined in studio by Alexis Pink local trans political journalist to discuss the Births, Deaths and Marriages bill that has just been put through QLD parliament, addressing questions like, What does this mean for the LGBTQIA+ community? What does the rest of this process look like? When and how does it come into effect? Not to mention [01:16] the week in community news and events.
2022-12-0634 min
TranzmissionTrans ResilienceHost: Ez
This week [00:51] Ez brings you the week in community events then [05:41] Heidi Le Fay and Charlie Co-host Tranzmission with Ez as they discuss cis media, responding to transphobia, spotlighting, and how the LGBTQIA+ community can come together.
2022-11-2931 min
TranzmissionOur Bodies Our StoriesHost: Ez
This week [01:36] the Tranzmission team bring you the latest in community events as well as discuss the events that transpired over in Colorado Springs on the 20th of November. [08:20] Ez interviews local surgeon Dr Alys Saylor about gender affirming surgeries (top surgery), they discuss commonly asked questions, address some community questions as well as speculate about the future of gender affirming surgeries in Queensland. [28:42] Later in the episode Ez chats with Maeve Marsden from Queerstories about platforming trans stories, how Queerstories began as well as their upcoming event at the Powerhouse on Sunday 27th of...
2022-11-2236 min
TranzmissionTrans Awareness Week 2022Hosts: Ez & Cai
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains content and themes that some may find distressing. Please make sure to take care of yourself and look out for one another. Tranzmission sends all our love to our beautiful trans and GNC community.
This week [02:01] Ez & Cai discuss the week in community news and events. [07:49] Dylan Barret from Many Genders One Voice comes on to discuss the work that he is doing educating and facilitating much needed support for the community. If you'd like to know more about Many Genders One Voice (MGOV) head here: https://www.manygendersonevoice...
2022-11-1526 min
TranzmissionFirst Among EqualsHosts: Ez & Cai
This week [01:23] Ez & Cai bring you the latest in community news and events as well as [10:51] Jay & Imani from Tenzzz Across chat about The Alexander Ball 2022, what was challenging, what they loved, what they wanna work on. PLUS they both discuss the next ballroom events to look out for.
2022-11-0834 min
TranzmissionTransphobic Dog WhistlingHosts: Ez & Cai
This week Ez & Cai hang in studio on a wet and rainy Tuesday to bring you [02:01] the week in community news and events. [07:39] Both hosts chat about the definition of Transphobic Dog Whistling as well as general information around intersex variation. [22:43] There is also a chat with local artist Isla Vadee about her new EP launching on Saturday November 5th.
2022-11-0131 min
TranzmissionLiving The DreamHost: Ez
This week [01:21] the Tranzmission team bring you the week in SPOOKY Queer and Trans friendly Halloween events. It's also Asexual Awareness week and Intersex Awareness Day on the 26th of October. [06:16] Ez interviews actress, activist, and all round trans youth superstar Georgie Stone discussing life, media, transness, and her Netflix documentary The Dreamlife of Georgie Stone and to finish off this epic episode [23:19] Jay from Tenzzz Across interviews Yohaan from B Queens Break Down Bollywood about their shows over the weekend educating you on all things Bollywood.
2022-10-2633 min
TranzmissionLovely Day For ITHosts: Ez & Cai
This week [01:50] Ez & Cai bring you the week in community news and events. [11:01] There is a special interview with Alexis Pink (she/they) who is the News Coordinator at 4ZZZ and host of Pineapple Rebellion every Friday morning 9am on 4ZZZ discussing all things local and state politics. Alexis is a Journalist, Comedian, Radio Extraordinaire and IT nerd. Alexis shares some of her experiences reporting in political spaces as well as sharing their ideas and advice on the field of journalism. [25:31] Later in the episode Ez & Cai chat together recaping their time at BFF...
2022-10-1931 min
TranzmissionOur Unique VoicesHost: Ez
This week [01:23] Ez reports on the upcoming events and latest trans community news. [07:29] Ez also chats to Zach Barack who is a transgender actor, singer, and comedian from Chicago who is featured in film and television. He is credited as the first openly transgender actor in a Marvel film Spiderman Far From Home as well as the voice of Barney from Dead End: Paranormal Park on Netflix. Ez and Zach chat about the unique sounds of trans voices, showbiz as a trans person and some advice for young trans actors looking to make a career...
2022-10-1232 min
TranzmissionTrans History and Our FutureHost: Ez
This week [00:52] the Tranzmission team bring you the latest in community events and news as well as [08:20] Ez has a extended interview with Dr Yves Rees down in Naarm. Yves Rees is a writer, historian, podcaster, and transgender advocate. Their work extends across many mediums from TV appearances with channel 10’s The Project, having regular history segments on ABC Radio Melbourne as well as features on Triple R and 3CR. Ez and Yves discuss their latest book release Nothing To Hide - Voices of Trans and Gender Diverse Australia. Yves also shares some knowledge of tr...
2022-10-0532 min
TranzmissionThe Power of PerformanceHosts: Ez & Cai
This week [01:05] Tranzmission brings you the latest in community events and news. [09:17] Ez and Cai interview local drag super star Lord Severus, discussing the power of drag and queer performances, it's impact on Meanjin's beautiful trans community as well as how drag has personally shaped Sev's journey as a trans person with disability. [22:57] In the final segment of the show Ez, Cai and Sev talk together about their disappointment with Brisbane Pride's Fair Day and express their hope for a better more inclusive Fair Day in the future.
2022-09-2800 min
TranzmissionAre You Ready to Rally?Host: Ez
This week [01:16] Ez brings you all the information needed for Brisbane Pride Fair Day on Saturday 24th of Sept. [10:06] Ez interviews Belinda Birtles from Southside Psychology as well as [22:04] Jay and Imani with Tenzzz Across leading up to the Alexander Ball.
2022-09-2137 min
TranzmissionLove AnarchyHosts: Ez & Cai
This week [05:07] the Tranzmission team interview the wonderful, amazing, gorgeous DAMIEN and feature his new track Nowhere. DAMIEN discusses their experience making music and their openness to human identity that fuels their music. There is also [01:18] the week in community events and [20:39] the nominees for the Trans Community Awards.
2022-09-1430 min
TranzmissionTalking Zeds Pride Month SpecialHosts: Ez and Chloe
A special SURPRISE episode for Pride Month. Ez was invited to share stories with Cloe Sophia on 4ZZZ's Talking Zeds. This episode is a more intimate program where Cloe and Ez take turns interviewing each other and sharing music from times in their lives.
2022-09-0955 min