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#Politics doesn't have to be nasty, and @ericadeuso.bsky.social proves it. She's the new Mayor of Downingtown - oh, and the first openly #transgender Mayor in PA. Hear Erica explain how to move humanity forward:

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#EricaDeuso #trans #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

Respect and Humanity on the Campaign Trail '25 - with Erica Deuso

The Purplepaw Clan - now in convenient podcast form!

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December 5, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

#TransExclusionaryRadicalFeminism is based on #bioessentialism - that #genetics defines #identity. #Biology disagrees, and #feminism suffers as a whole because of it. Hear my explanation below:

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#terf #trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

How Trans-Exclusive Feminism Will ALWAYS Be Self-Defeating

Feminism is ideology, not biology. But TERFs (Trans-Exclusive Radical Feminists) argue for bioessential definitions that reinforce how a patriarchy is established in the first place. With the…

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December 2, 2025 at 8:22 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

Will #SelfSabotage and #SelfDoubt always limit #success?

NO! If we push ourselves into #discomfort, we can always grow! Hear #AlbertBramante explain the path to conquering #fear in this episode:

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#trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

End Self-Sabotage with Discomfort - with Dr. Albert Bramante

The Purplepaw Clan - now in convenient podcast form!

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November 28, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

Can #transgender women #lactate? Heck, yeah! And this live stream discusses a protocol to make it can happen. Join @margiefancypants.bsky.social and me as we bust open #transphobic myths.

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#trans #GoldfarbProtocol #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

Think Trans Women Can't Lactate? Here's How It Happens!

Anti-transgender activists often claim transgender women can never "truly" be women because we can't lactate. But transgender women can lactate, and there's clinical evidence to prove it! This is…

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November 18, 2025 at 4:17 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

The whole story of #AtlantaPrideFestival (including the pies in my face) gave me #hope and taught me three important lessons. In this live stream, I explain how the experience changed me for the better.

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#trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

How the Atlanta Pride Festival Taught Me Strength

Identify Yourself - a live stream you can live with

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October 21, 2025 at 9:17 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

ICYMI - here is the live stream with Addison Herron-Wheeler and @mtnmagz.bsky.social of @outfrontmagazine.bsky.social! We talk about the acronym and how to remain inclusive as the community grows.

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#queer #q+ #trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

Queering the Future: How to Keep the Rainbow Inclusive

Identify Yourself - a live stream you can live with

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April 14, 2025 at 5:06 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

What if #masculinity meant expressing who you are, showing up, and being seen? Would even #AndrewTate be a better person? Listen to @kobyfalksxxx.bsky.social #gay #AdultIndustry perspective in this episode:

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#trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

Strength is about Being Seen with Koby Falks

Gender Identity Today - now in convenient podcast form!

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May 9, 2025 at 8:40 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

I appeared with Nic Nierras on #YoureWorthless recently! (Nic didn't think I was worthless, though!) In this episode, I discuss my story and how it contributed to founding The #PurplepawClan to help the #Queer community.

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#trans #transgender #lgbtq #queer #ScienceOfIdentity

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October 2, 2025 at 6:01 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

This week's episode with the lovely ladies of Madness Cafe Podcast had me answering questions from way back in my life about how I ended up where I am today. And yes...I end up crying by the end.

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#trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

Transgender Scientist & Content Creator: Both Are Important with Amethysta Herrick

Why is it important to acknowledge that this week's guest is a transgender scientist and a content creator? Tune in to find out!Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D., is ...

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May 23, 2025 at 7:42 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

#Queer people require #community and a solid #MentalHealth strategy. #SuicideSurvivor Gretchen Schoser breaks down why we must care for ourselves and each other in order to survive in today's political climate.

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#trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

Drop Your Mask and Show Up - with Gretchen Schoser

The Purplepaw Clan - now in convenient podcast form!

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July 18, 2025 at 7:23 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

What do #science and #religion have in common? They teamed up to defeat #magic, which offers humanity more recognition of our #divinity than either every could. If I'm wrong, check the video and let me know.

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#trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

The Search for TRUTH: Science, Religion, and Magic

Identify Yourself - a live stream you can live with

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August 20, 2025 at 3:15 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

Does #science ignore the #queer experience? Or is political #dogma dressed up as "science" in Western society?

https://genderidentitytoday.com/science-doesnt-need-queer-theory/

#GenderIdentityToday

#trans #transgender #lgbtq GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity #AskAmethysta

Science Doesn't Need Queer Theory

Scientists need to remember their roots are in observation, not conclusion

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August 22, 2024 at 3:05 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

Does #testosterone or #estrogen make you stronger? Depends how you define #strength! Here I riff on #TheStrongerSex by @starrevartan.bsky.social as I celebrate my own accomplishments after #GenderTransition.

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#trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

The Strength in Transgender Estrogen HRT

Identify Yourself - a live stream you can live with

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September 3, 2025 at 4:27 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

Are intimate details of the #transgender journey your bag? Check out how I overcame #MentalHealth issues through #GenderTransition. The result? A happy #woman who wants the same for you.

https://purpl.pw/canvasrebel

#LifeWithAmethysta #trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

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January 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

Does the #LGBTQ community experience more #trauma than most? Unfortunately, yes, and I sat down with Tiffanie Richards on True Crime Connections #podcast to expose what politicians won't tell you.

https://purpl.pw/truecrime

#trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

Navigating the Complexities of Gender and Society | Amethysta Herrick - True Crime Connections ~ Advocacy Podcast

In this eye-opening episode, Tiffanie sits down with Ami Herrick, a passionate advocate for the transgender community, to confront the harsh realities behind this staggering statistic. Together, they…

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February 20, 2025 at 10:12 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

I am very honored to publish this piece by @tuckerlieberman.bsky.social about the #reality of #gender as a social co-creation. Check out how Tucker relates being #transgender to those who came before us.

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#terf #trans #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

Dreaming Together, Waking Into a New World

Living real life with other beautiful and functional dreamers

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April 8, 2025 at 8:15 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

Are humans born to feel #pain, or are we buying into other peoples' #fear? Bobbi Barrington says "Life is not to be endured. Life is to be lived!" Hear her #GenderTransition story of #triumph.

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#trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

Revealing the Masterpiece Within - with Bobbi Barrington

The Purplepaw Clan - now in convenient podcast form!

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July 4, 2025 at 3:34 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

Do #BabyBoomers care about #GenderIdentity today? You can bet @agnesknowles.bsky.social does! She interviewed me about being #transgender and the distinctions among #sex, #gender, and #sexuality.

https://purpl.pw/boomerwoman

#Boomers #BoomWithABang #trans #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

The Boomer Woman’s Podcast: Amethysta Herrick

The Boomer Woman’s Podcast, episode 272

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February 6, 2025 at 9:51 PM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

I had the opportunity to speak with @starrevartan.bsky.social about her new book #TheStrongerSex and how strength entails more than physical power. Hear about this book and Starre's future plans!

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#queer #trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

Sex, Gender, and Biochemistry - with Starre Vartan ( @TheCuriousHumana )

Here is an excerpt from a Tuesday Tidbits I did on 15 July 2025. Starre Vartan drops in to discuss her new book "The Stronger Sex" (link below). Starre and...

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July 31, 2025 at 12:14 AM

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

@amethysta.io

Is #authenticity always positive? How do find our true self while cultivating an environment for #PersonalGrowth? Check out Katherine Lazaruk answering these questions and more in this week's episode!

https://purpl.pw/katharinel

#GenderIdentityWeekly #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity