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In this powerful episode of Trans Crush, host Zelah sits down with Ronni, a 21-year-old trans masc individual. Ronni shares his deeply personal journey of knowing he was "born trans" from a very young age, navigating a childhood of feeling misunderstood, and his path through self-discovery and medical transition.

We explore critical topics including:

•Ronni's early realization of his trans identity and the impact of his older brother on his self-perception.

•His coming out journey, from identifying as a lesbian to non-binary, and finally embracing his transmasc identity.

•The challenges and triumphs of medical transition, including experiences with hormones (Testogel), top surgery, and the decision-making around body masculinization and hysterectomy.

•The unexpected physical changes on testosterone, such as altered smell and cravings.

•The vital role of trans community and representation, particularly in places like Brighton Trans Pride.

•Ronni's powerful message to transphobes and his advice for younger queer trans mascs on finding community and staying true to themselves.

Join Zelah and Ronni for an honest and inspiring conversation about living authentically, finding your chosen family, and the ongoing fight for trans rights. Don't forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell for more essential discussions!

For an even deeper dive, head over to our Patreon Exclusive. Ronni gets candid about his dating experiences since transitioning, the challenges of intimacy and dysphoria in the cis gay male community, and offers crucial advice for younger transmascs navigating their relationships. We discuss the struggle for validation, the fetishization of trans bodies, and the importance of finding partners who truly understand. You won't want to miss this raw and unfiltered conversation!

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In this deeply personal episode of Trans Crush, host Pavie sits down with the Chanel. Chanel shares her journey from a traumatic childhood and early realization of her trans identity to becoming a confident woman who embraces self-expression through fashion, art, and her vibrant personality.

We delve into:

•Chanel's childhood experiences, including bullying and feeling misunderstood, and how these shaped her resilience.

•Her early awareness of being trans at just 7 years old, and the lack of trans representation that made her feel alone.

•The pivotal moment she saw a trans woman on Big Brother, realizing transition was possible.

•Her family's reaction to her coming out, navigating cultural expectations (Romani heritage), and the evolving relationship with her mother and grandmother.

•The importance of self-expression and how it contributes to her happiness and mental well-being.

•Chanel's advice for trans women starting their transition, especially those balancing it with education.

Join Pavie and Chanel for an honest and inspiring conversation about identity, family, and the power of living authentically. Don't forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell for more essential discussions!

Head over to our Patreon Exclusive where we dive deep into Chanel's dating life and experiences with intimacy. We're talking about dating men, women, and trans people, navigating reluctance around intimacy, and the biggest misconceptions people have about her. Plus, we get into some spicy details about a 'sex shed' and other uncensored stories! You won't want to miss this raw and unfiltered bonus content!"

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In this episode of Trans Crush, Pavie sits down with the incredible Dani St James. Dani shares her journey from becoming one of the first trans women to appear on a British dating show to founding Not A Phase, a charity dedicated to supporting and uplifting trans adults across the UK. She also talks about building ZOAH and creating products designed with the trans community in mind.

We talk about:

• The work Not A Phase is doing across the UK, from support groups and community events to fitness programmes like Misfits.

• What trans representation looked like when Dani first stepped into the public eye and how things have changed over the years.

• Her appearance on First Dates and the unexpected full circle moment that came with it.

• The impact recent legal developments have had on the trans community and how she stays grounded through difficult times.

• Why visibility matters and the importance of creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and celebrated.

• Her approach to self care, confidence, and showing up as herself every day.

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Dani and Pavie continue the conversation over on Patreon, where they get into dating, relationships, attraction, building ZOAH, and whether men who exclusively date trans women are a red flag or not. It's funny, spicy, and as always, real. 🌶️ http://patreon.com/transcrush