I'm thrilled to share my conversation with Bridget Thoreson, journalist and creator of MyCareerRiver.com.
Bridget and I spoke about resilience, transitions of many kinds, and navigating life and career as LGBTQ+ people.
www.amplifyrespect.com/navigate-a-r...
05.03.2026 17:34
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Tomorrow - I'm thrilled to share my conversation with Bridget Thoreson, journalist and creator of My Career River.
Bridget and I spoke about resilience, transitions of many kinds, and navigating life and career as LGBTQ+ people.
Subscribe so you won't miss it: www.amplifyrespect.com/start/
04.03.2026 14:18
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Tear gas affects reproductive health & menstrual cycle
Learn who is affected by chemical agents used by law enforcement
People who have been protesting in Minnesota and other US cities in have been exposed to chemicals shown to disrupt the menstrual cycle and possibly affect pregnancy.
I dig into adverse reproductive health outcomes as a consequence of exposure to tear gas.
www.amplifyrespect.com/tear-gas-aff...
26.02.2026 18:51
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You want more queer and trans joy! It feels difficult to seek out and report on queer and trans joy right now. So I thought about what I can share that feels genuine in this moment.
Queer joy is everyday joy. Why?
www.amplifyrespect.com/queer-joy-is...
12.02.2026 15:55
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Being an ally, whether you're LGBTQ+ yourself or not, is crucial to respecting and supporting us.
Here's how to be a good ally to trans people.
Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/how-to-be-a-...
14.01.2026 19:31
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If you are dating someone and you are non-binary, "girlfriend" or "boyfriend" may or may not fit your gender identity.
Check out some gender-neutral words for dating and relationships: www.amplifyrespect.com/non-binary-r...
04.01.2026 18:40
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For the third year in a row, let's dig into my favorite memoir, nonfiction, and novels.
Check out some interesting books and perhaps find an excellent holiday gift!
Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/my-favorite-...
16.12.2025 21:02
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An older lesbian asked me recently what 'cis' means, which inspired me to share an explanation of the meaning of cis or cisgender.
Cis is not an insult and not a slur, despite being banned on 'X'.
Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/whats-the-me...
12.12.2025 15:51
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Cocona, rapper in the XG pop group from Japan, just came out as transmasculine non-binary. So what do those identities mean, and what are good and bad ways to try to explain people's gender?
Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/what-does-tr...
09.12.2025 23:32
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Someone just upgraded to a paid subscription for Amplify Respect! Thank you so much for your support, and welcome!
Why go paid: www.amplifyrespect.com/why-go-paid/
09.12.2025 14:14
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I'm so pleased to welcome Esther Lemmens, founder and host of the Fifty Shades of Gender podcast, to Amplify Respect today.
Multiple people recommended that I should talk to her, and I'm honored by the opportunity to share her insights and expertise.
Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/you-are-disc...
05.12.2025 16:36
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Bias at NYT: Trans Former Employee Speaks Out β Assigned
Billie Sweeney is a trans journalist who was an editor for the New York Times until last year. Here, she recalls her losing battle for the soul of the paper of record.
Ever wonder why the New York Times abandoned balance and impartiality to lead an old-fashioned newspaper crusade against trans equal rights?
In one of our most read stories for the year, @evanurquhart.bsky.social took readers behind the scenes at NYT.
www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...
05.12.2025 15:07
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What US-based entrepreneurs are doing for healthcare in 2026 besides just paying more money
If your health insurance is going up next year, here's some alternative paths you could consider as a solopreneur or small business owner
If you're an entrepreneur or freelancer considering your healthcare options for next year, check out this guide that @lexroman.com and I researched: www.revenuerulebreaker.com/what-us-base...
If you want some ideas for how you can spend less money on healthcare next year, check this out!
04.12.2025 21:53
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We donβt know whatβs happening with healthcare subsidies in the US, but "work harder and pay more" seems like a bad plan.
Rey Katz and I pulled together a range of options from individual underwriting to Association Health Plans
www.revenuerulebreaker.com/what-us-base... @reywrites.bsky.social
04.12.2025 15:02
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Frustrated that gender-affirming care isn't covered under your health plan? We share options and resources for trans-inclusive healthcare in the United States.
Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/affordable-a...
04.12.2025 02:16
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Let's chuckle at gay male bird decorations
Have you ever seen a bird??
'Tis the season for ... accidental gay and trans bird representation. It's hilarious to watch people who don't know anything about birds design things.
www.amplifyrespect.com/lets-chuckle...
28.11.2025 16:56
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Real writing about trans experiences is more important than ever. Help us share advocacy and true facts to uplift and inform trans folks and allies.
www.amplifyrespect.com/you-support-...
25.11.2025 13:37
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Have you noticed this? If someone else misgenders a person, you are more likely to accidentally misgender them too.
Let me explain.
Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/oh-no-mimick...
20.11.2025 15:13
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Being a supportive trans ally can be difficult, because if you're not trans, you may not realize what is helpful or not helpful.
I've collected a number of helpful and not helpful behaviors that I'd like to share with you.
Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/helpful-not-...
18.11.2025 16:37
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Fabiola MΓ©ndez: Tiny Desk Concert
YouTube video by NPR Music
Love NPR's Tiny Desk Concerts. Fabiola MΓ©ndez is incredible!
youtu.be/1yJjALda0X4?...
16.11.2025 21:58
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Your best is more than good enough
A conversation with Kari Ginsburg, author of Hey Glitterbomb! A No-BS Guide to Being Too Much, Taking Up Space, and Loving the Legacy You Create
I am so excited to share my conversation with Kari Ginsburg, coach and author of Hey Glitterbomb! A No-BS Guide to Being Too Much, Taking Up Space, and Loving the Legacy You Create.
Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/your-best-is...
13.11.2025 17:00
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"Your best is more than good enough."
Don't miss this!! Tomorrow, I am honored to publish this conversation with Kari Ginsburg, author of Hey Glitterbomb!
Kari's joy and enthusiasm shines as we talk about how to fight burnout.
Subscribe to get this delivered to your inbox: www.amplifyrespect.com
12.11.2025 12:57
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As you might know, I'm currently suing the Utah Legislature over their refusal to issue me a press credential to cover the Capitol.
A federal judge dismissed the lawsuit in September.
We just filed an appeal with the 10th Circuit in Denver.
Let's break down some of the key arguments π§΅
10.11.2025 17:40
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Expert, respectful trans healthcare is so important!!
Help Point of Pride collect data to support joyful, hopeful healthcare initiatives for trans people.
Open to all trans and non-binary people age 18+ who live within the United States.
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07.11.2025 17:07
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HELL GATE
HAS SEEN ENOUGH
ZOHRAN
MAMDANI
111TH MAYOR
OF
NEW YORK CITY
NBC, The New York Times, and most importantly @hellgatenyc.com call the NYC mayoral race for Zohran Mamdani.
05.11.2025 02:38
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You deserve to eat, whether or not you have the cash to do so comfortably.
So let's review some options!
www.amplifyrespect.com/you-deserve-...
04.11.2025 14:35
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About The Flytrap
The Flytrap is bringing principled and diverse cultural criticism from a feminist perspective back to the internet.
The Flytrap is a worker-owned, community-focused feminist media group founded by journalists, writers, and artists. Our motto is "fuck the algorithm." Because fuck the algorithm.
03.11.2025 23:32
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