Beauty Translated

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Episode 12: Becoming Janie Danger - Janie like Jane Fonda Sep 14, 2022

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In the season 1 finale of Beauty Translated Carmen is in the closet one more time with an old friend. Janie Danger is a punk musician from Atlanta who is also a hilarious follow online. We talk about her sound and music, her latest album “Sensitive Skin” is streaming everywhere!

Other topics include: negative trans representation in media, significant moments of her transition, normalcy of the trans experience, transphobia disguised as allyship, the queerness of the punk rock scene, captialism destroying creativity, materialism vs identitarianism & MORE!

For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @thecarmenlaurent & @beautytranslatedpod!

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Episode 11: Becoming Rylie Rubber Child - From your top 8 to House of Avalon Sep 07, 2022

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In another walk down memory lane, Carmen talks with an old friend from back in the days of myspace. Rylie also known by her stage name RubberChild is a member of the House of Avalon, a makeup artist, a drag performer, and internet personality. Topics include: giving Carmen her name, performing drag in Miami and LA, discovering Rylie’s true self, and her gender affirming journey.

For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod!

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Episode 10: Becoming Brigitte Bidet - Beauty Translated x Good Judy Pod Aug 31, 2022

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Joining us today is THE Atlanta drag diva and 50% of the Good Judy podcast - Brigitte Bidet! In this special and hilarious crossover episode Carmen and Brigitte discuss: Metronormativity, professional dancing, theater, being booked and busy with drag, how southern trans women inspired her drag, trans misogyny and MORE!

For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod!

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Episode 9: Becoming Zaida Zane - From Legendary Child To International DJ Aug 24, 2022

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This week Carmen sits down with another one of her sisters, the internationally known producer and DJ; Zaida Zane. Zaida discusses her sound, inspirations, and the role drag played in her future career making electronic music. We also touch on the rich history of trans women making electronic music, cis people and their trans fascinations, why she doesn’t consider where she’s from “home,” and what its like touring the world as a DJ!

For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod!

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Episode 7: Becoming Alex Petrovnia - Stepping Up 4 Trans Youth Aug 10, 2022

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This week may very well be Beauty Translated's most important episode so far! My guest is the founder and president of the Trans Formations Project, Alex Petrovnia. Alex is breaking down the work the Trans Formations Project does - tracking anti-trans legislation currently sweeping the country. Listen to Alex explain the mains types of bills- and why they are not succeeding in many cases- and stay tuned at the end of the episode to learn what YOU can do to help.

This episode may be tough for some listeners, so feel free to check out some of our previous episodes for some trans joy. And please, if you need help, reach out to the Trans Lifeline at US (877) 565-8860 Canada (877) 330-6366

or the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text ‘START’ to 678-678

For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod!

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Episode 6: Becoming Shamari-Rene Cherry - From Rejection to Recognition Aug 03, 2022

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Carmen sits down with Shamari-Rene Cherry AKA ShaSha Chanel, mother and founder of the ballroom house of Chanel, about how she found her niche as a black trans woman in aesthetics. We talk about how she grew her beauty business, Diamond Facez, and how she became the first trans woman recognized as esthetician of the year 2022 at the Beauty & Barber Bosses awards. We also discuss with ShaSha the struggles- and the beauty, of being a trans woman in esthetics and in the world at large.

For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod!

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Episode 5: Becoming Frankie Love Edwards - Boylesque and Barbershops Jul 27, 2022

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Carmen sits down with Atlanta barber (voted best hairstylist 2021 by Atlanta Magazine) Frankie Love Edwards and his wife, burlesque artist Candi LeCoeur. Carmen discusses with Frankie the importance of removing gender from hair services, and how he creates a more inclusive salon space at “Every Head is my Canvas.” Frankie even has some grooming advice for baby trans guys! Then we talk with Frankie and Candi about everything from transitioning while married to a cis (and very supportive) partner, to having an open marriage and the importance of communication in polyamory, and how the art of Burlesque helped Frankie feel more comfortable in his own skin.

For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod!

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Episode 4: Becoming Nick Bowser - Wisdom From an All-American Dad Jul 20, 2022

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This week Carmen talks with trans family-man Nick Bowser about parenthood and married life. He shares what it was like to be recognized as a pregnant man in public, and how the experience was both difficult and rewarding for him and his wife, Bianca. They also discuss the importance of removing gender from pregnancy, and how small changes can mean the world of a difference to make someone feel included. You can check out Bianca's story in episode two!

For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod!

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Episode 3: Becoming Gabrielle Claiborne - Reimagining Relationships and Faith After Transition Jul 13, 2022

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Carmen talks with author & community leader Gabrielle Claiborne about taking a leap of faith to begin her transition at the age of 50, how that affected her family & friendships, and how she had to reimagine her Pentecostal upbringing to accept herself as a transgender woman. We also discuss the mission of her organization Transformation Journeys Worldwide - which aims to bring trans inclusion to all workplaces.

For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod!

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Episode 2: Becoming Bianca Nicole - From Hard Front Wigs to Miss Trans USA 2020 Jul 06, 2022

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Carmen sits down with Miss Trans USA 2020 Bianca Nicole Bowser to discuss her humble beginnings in drag clubs & pageants, growing her drag career while also starting a family with her husband Nick.

For more from Carmen and Beauty Translated, visit @TheCarmenLaurent & @beautytranslatedpod!

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