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Episode 5: Mental Health in the LGBTQ+ Community with TONIE

Episode 5: Mental Health in the LGBTQ+ Community with TONIE

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In this episode, the crew sits down with TONIE for a thoughtful and candid conversation about identity, visibility, and what it means to move through the world authentically. TONIE shares their experience as a non-binary Vietnamese-American artist, reflecting on pronouns, family, community, activism, and the emotional complexity of being seen. Together, they explore how representation works in everyday life, how culture and queerness can sometimes feel at odds, and why joy can be one of the most powerful forms of resistance. Honest, insightful, and deeply human, this episode offers a grounded conversation about self-definition, empathy, and choosing to live truthfully. 01:35 Moving from LA to New York and finding freedom 05:47 Performative Allyship 06:47 Why normalization matters more than spectacle 11:00 Pronouns, culture wars, and the danger of public misunderstanding 14:25 Online outrage versus real-world issues 20:30 Navigating music spaces as a non-binary artist 29:00 Coming out to family and defining success on your own terms 33:00 Joy as activism and the pop-it question TONIE: TONIE is doing their very best to help you feel comfortable in your own skin. The LA-native writes and produces each synth-pop track from the comfort of their skylit home studio in Brooklyn, NY — a perfect backdrop for the emotional vulnerability that colors their lyrics.They have been featured on Spotify’s “New From NYC: Pop” playlist and publications, such as Buzz Music: LA, Mobangeles, and The Music Bugle.During live shows, TONIE dives deep into moments from their life that inspire them and the stories behind their music. They hope that through their combination of vulnerability and bombastic energy, listeners will experience catharsis and feel empowered to embrace who they are fully, without holding back. Aziz Finney: Aziz Finney is an artist and musician, driven by curiosity, connection, and the search for deeper meaning. In the wake of the disconnection left by COVID, he began a personal journey of self-discovery that pushed him to ask bigger questions about identity, healing, purpose, and what it means to be human. That journey evolved into conversations with strangers on deeply reflective topics, creating space for honesty, vulnerability, and perspective in a world that often moves too fast to look inward. Through his work, Aziz invites others to join him in exploring the questions that shape us, hoping to make people feel a little more seen, a little less alone, and a little more connected to themselves and each other. Taylor Tote: Taylor Tote is a singer, songwriter, producer, and creative director originally from the NJ/NYC area now based in San Diego, CA. Recognized by the Asbury Park Press for her “big voice, old soul” style, Taylor has spent the last 10 years touring nationally as both a solo artist and alongside acclaimed soul performer Remember Jones. With a background in music, media, business, and entrepreneurship, Taylor served has lead Content Creation and Production at Indigo Soul NYC, where she produced and co-hosted the podcast Thoughts on the Path. Passionate about honest conversation, creativity, and community, Taylor helped curate a thoughtful and artist-driven perspective to each episode, exploring the realities of music, mental health, identity, and navigating life on your own terms. Indigo Soul NYC: Indigo Soul NYC nurtures artists of all levels, mediums, and backgrounds by providing accessible space, community, and education with the goal of shaping society through the means of culture. Thoughts on the Path is Hosted by Aziz Finney and Taylor Tote Powered by Indigo Soul NYC To learn more about how you can support Thoughts on the Path and other Indigo Soul NYC media projects visit www.indigosoulnyc.com/media Thoughts on the Path is Hosted by Aziz Finney and Taylor TotePowered by Indigo Soul NYCTo learn more about how you can support Thoughts on the Path and other Indigo Soul NYC media projects visit www.indigosoulnyc.com/media
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