Ohio in Transition
Ohio in Transition
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Ohio in Transition explores the effects of anti-transgender legislation in the bellwether state of Ohio — taking a firsthand, in-depth look at some of the state’s people and policies shaping the face of trans advocacy, activism and health care. Hosted by Ohio-based health journalist Nick Wood.
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The podcast focuses on themes surrounding anti-transgender legislation, trans advocacy, and health care, with episodes addressing the historical context of trans activism in Ohio, current obstacles faced by the community, and healthcare access issues. For instance, Episode 1 explores the rise of policies infringing on trans rights, while Episode 2 examines systemic barriers in healthcare for transgender folks.
Ohio in Transition explores the effects of anti-transgender legislation in the bellwether state of Ohio — taking a firsthand, in-depth look at some of the state’s people and policies shaping the face of trans advocacy, activism and health care. Hosted by Ohio-based health journalist Nick Wood.
No matter the past, present or future obstacles, trans people have always existed. This episode of Ohio in Transition highlights the strength and resiliency of the transgender community in Ohio by looking at what its members are doing to support each other, maintain wellbeing and remain unapologetically visible. You’ll hear from Appalachian Ohio’s resident LGBTQ+ historian Mickey Hart, and Cleveland-based activist with a passion for community building Harley Rubin to learn what queer activism once looked like in Ohio, where it is now and where we might be heading.
Learn more about Ohio University’s Pride Archive: https://libguides.library.ohio.edu/foundersday2025
Learn more about TransOhio: https://www.transohio.org/
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- For more information on resources and support services for trans Ohioans go to TransOhio’s resources page at https://www.transohio.org/
- For young LGBTQ+ people in crisis, contact the Trevor Project at 866-4-U-Trevor
- For transgender adults needing immediate help, contact the National Trans Lifeline at 877-565-8860
- To stay up-to-date with latest news affecting LGBTQ+ Ohioans visit https://thebuckeyeflame.com/
- 2025 Anti-transgender legislation tracker: https://translegislation.com/
EDIT: At the time of interview (Jan. 16, 2025) Mallory Golski worked for KYC as the Civic Engagement and Advocacy Manager. She has sense taken up a role on the Columbus City Council and no longer holds a position at KYC.
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