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The Purple Pawedcast

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

Welcome to The Purple Pawedcast, where we unpack the complexities of gender, identity, and what it truly means to be human—without the academic jargon (okay, maybe just a little, but only the fun kind). Curated by Amethysta Herrick. Ph.D., this pod is where science, philosophy, and lived experience collide to challenge assumptions and spark new perspectives. Whether you’re here to explore your own identity, stay informed on the latest research, or just enjoy a deep dive into the human experience,

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All Episodes

70:17

Finding Peace in Not Knowing with Paul Cram

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/05/23

Today's episode features some funny (and poignant) stories from Paul Cram. Paul is an actor, book lover, and multimedia designer who catalogs and celebrates Queer experiences everywhere. Paul and I consider topics as far afield as growing up knowing we don't matter, how acting can be identity therapy, and how we should discover who our children are, not dictate who they are.REFERENCES:Paul Cram’s Website: https://iampaulcram.comFollow Paul on Facebook:

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61:18

Strength is about Being Seen with Koby Falks

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/05/09

In this episode, we hear Koby Falks's story of finding authenticity and strength by challenging toxic masculine stereotypes. Koby is an adult content creator, entrepreneur and advocate for authenticity in the adult content industry. Koby and I muse over topics as diverse as when masculinity turns toxic, how negating sex negates ourselves, and what it means to be a good bottom.REFERENCES:Koby Falks Linktree: https://linktr.ee/KobyFalksFollow Koby on YouTube:

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58:46

Clearing Triggers Through Forgiveness with Katharine...

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/04/25

Today we hear a story of pain and forgiveness from Katharine Giovanni. Katharine is a three-time award-winning, best-selling author; speaker; and forgiveness and transformation coach whose system of forgiveness empowers others to clear their own energy, even if others do not. Katharine and I talk about topics as diverse as the missed opportunities from holding on to anger, how even entrenched hate and discrimination can be overcome personally, and why forgiveness might reward you with a

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56:11

Embracing Your Full Humanity with Pepper Kat

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/04/11

This week, I chat with Pepper Kat about Western society's difficulty in embracing physicality and sexuality. Pepper is an adult entertainer and podcaster who founded Design Your Dreamgirl to provide a space for all people to explore their desires with no judgment. Pepper and I discuss the spectrum of sexual fantasy, how shaming intimacy is the worst form of control, and why Sigmund Freud should probably be retired.REFERENCES:Pepper Kat’s website: https://www.pepperkat.com/Spicy Spectrum

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67:56

Attract Your Tribe by Being You with Leah Spasova

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/04/04

My guest this week is Leah Spasova, a psychologist, sex and relationships expert, and Founder of the website lifesexplicit.com, which provides resources for exploring identity, gender, and sexual wellness. Leah and I muse over topics as far afield as why people have sex, why bro culture needs sex, and how to find Jesus.REFERENCES:Lifesexplicit website: https://www.lifesexplicit.com/Follow Lifesexplicit on Facebook: https://facebook.com/your.lifesexplicitFollow Lifesexplicit on Instagram:

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61:54

Love Your Life in Mind Maps with John Diggs

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/03/21

In today's episode, we hear John Diggs's story of distilling wisdom and personal insight using Mind Maps. John is a Mappineering Mentor, retired NFL and CFL player, and founder of MappineerVille.com, a community for the practice of Mappineering. John and I consider topics as far afield as the purpose of life, making sound decisions, and the importance of embracing who you are deep in your Soul.REFERENCES:John Diggs website: https://johndiggs.comJohn’s I AM method:

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66:15

Mermaids, Witches, and Fairies with Mhara Starling

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/03/07

In this episode is Mhara Starling's truly amazing magical journey of gender and self-acceptance. Mhara is a Welsh witch, spiritual leader, and author of the recent book "Welsh Fairies." Mhara and I muse over topics as far afield as natural churches, bigger-than-life mentors, and a Scooby Doo lesson in witchcraft.REFERENCES:Support Mhara on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mharastarlingFollow Mhara on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mharastarling2730Follow Mhara on TikTok:

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62:38

Discovering Our Princess of Light through Hypnosis...

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/02/28

Today's episode features Deane Benninghoven's stories of subconscious symbolism. Deane is a certified hypnotherapist and hypnosis instructor who helps everyday people overcome everyday problems. Deane and I mull over topics as diverse as the value of dissociative states, Jungian archetypes in everyday life, and the lack of value in clucking like a chicken.REFERENCES:Summit Hypnosis website: https://www.summithypnosisnw.com/Follow Deane on Facebook:

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67:42

Escaping Tribal Outrage with David Beckemeyer

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/02/14

Today's episode features David Beckemeyer discussing tribal identity and the outrage it brings. David is a bridge-builder and host of the "Outrage Overload" podcast. David and I consider topics as far afield as social media detox, street epistemology, and libraries lousy with drag queens.REFERENCES:“Outrage Overload” website: https://outrageoverload.net/Follow Outrage Overload on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OutrageOverloadFollow Outrage Overload on Instagram:

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62:42

Capturing Our Inner Story with Elizabeth Snyder

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/01/31

Today's episode features Elizabeth Snyder's honest humor. Liz is an author, women's portraiture artist, and confidence expert whose work focuses (little photography pun there) on encouraging all humans to find their inner beauty and take pride in who they are. Liz and I range over topics as diverse as the government's role in tearing down women's confidence, our fear at accepting who we are, and thumbs lucky for their wealth.REFERENCES:Elizabeth Snyder Photography website:

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68:16

Facing Our Heroic Journey with Allison Stieger

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/01/17

In this week's episode, we hear the story of humanity in myth with Allison Stieger. Allison is a mythologist, author, speaker, and storyshaper who founded Mythic Stories Consulting. Allison and I muse over topics as far afield as our path to becoming ancestors, learning compassion through application of archetypes, and the Current of the Universe.REFERENCES:“Mythic Stories” website: https://mythicstories.com/Follow Allison on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-stieger/Follow

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60:44

Healing into Congruent Choice with Katharine Lazaruk

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2025/01/03

Today's show features Katherine Lazaruk and some hilarious stories! Katherine is a Professional Presence Expert and author of the book “Executive Being: Humanizing Business One Leader at a Time.” Katherine and I muse over topics as far afield as preparing our environment for us to occupy it, the pain of getting out of our box, and not dumping on Judith Butler.REFERENCES:LZRK Consulting website: https://lzrkconsulting.com/Follow Katherine on LinkedIn:

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69:49

Unlearning the Tools of Silence with Lindsay Bindman

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/12/27

In this episode, a wonderful friend of mine: Lindsay Bindman! Lindsay is an advocate, ally, sailor, and hostess of the "Getting Reflective" podcast, about unlearning the social norms that serve us poorly. Lindsay and I cover topics as diverse as learning to live life to its fullest, society as a tool for silence and punishment, and how you can actually meet nice people on the internet.REFERENCES:“Getting Reflective” website: https://www.gettingreflective.com/Follow Lindsay on Instagram:

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65:00

Breaking Our Personal Narratives with K Anderson

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/12/20

Today's episode features K Anderson's dry wit and charm. K is a podcaster who hosts the "Lost Spaces" podcast, available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. K and I run the gamut of topics from tempering your expectations of community to choosing labels carefully to the importance of checkbox-action inclusivity.REFERENCES:“Lost Spaces” website: https://lostspacespodcast.com/Listen to “Lost Spaces” on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/lost-spaces/id1484938210Listen to

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Gender-Affirming Self-Care with Matty Hennessey

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/12/13

Today's episode features Matty Hennessey and his journey within the gender-expansive community. Matty is the Founder, CEO, and Product Designer for Eversense Toys, a sex toy company targeted directly at making intimacy more comfortable for the gender-expansive community. Matty and I mull over topics as diverse as how children observe gender innocently, the struggle to be seen, and how important it is to take action when you know something is right.References:Eversense Toys website:

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68:07

Bridging Wisdom across Traditions with Bob Martin

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/12/06

On the show today, Bob Martin and I talk about Taoism! Bob is a criminal trial lawyer, meditation teacher, and author of the book "I Am The Way," which recasts the I Ching in Christian terminology. Bob and I discuss topics as diverse as the I Ching, the Tao of gender, and Sonny Crockett's "Miami Vice" wardrobe.REFERENCES:Bob Martin’s website: https:/awiseandhappylife.comFollow Bob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-martin-995b30127/Follow Bob on Facebook:

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68:14

Choosing a Life without Misery with Louise Richardson

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/11/22

As a special 50th Episode, I speak with Louise Richardson, a transgender woman whose transition in the 1970s demonstrates how - despite many strides made in society - the transgender experience is no better understood. Louise is an author, poet, and playwright whose work can be seen, heard, and read across many media. Louise and I discuss topics as diverse as early transgender community, how gender transition has changed, and how the girl next door always keeps you

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73:00

Life, Death, and Equilibrium with Kristoffer Hughes

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/11/15

This week's episode is with the ever-effervescent Kristoffer Hughes. Kristoffer is an esoteric author, teacher of Death Midwifery, and Chief of the Anglesey Druid Order. Kristoffer and I discuss such diverse topics as growing up gay, The Middle Pillar, and what you should try if you think performing an autopsy looks difficult.REFERENCES:Anglesey Druid Order website: https://www.angleseydruidorder.co.ukView “Marw gyda Kris” on BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0jsv129Follow

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67:05

The Patterns in Our Biology with Dominika Staniewicz

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/11/08

In this episode, I chat with Dominika Staniewicz about the brain, biochemistry, and the origin of identity. Dominika is a Brain Coach, Elite Neuroencoding Specialist, and Holistic Life Coach who also writes fiction in between all her other activities. Dominika and I talk about topics as far afield as patriarchy, neuroplasticity, and how the color purple doesn't exist (much to my chagrin!).REFERENCES:Dominika Staniewicz’s website: https://yourbraincoachd.com/Follow Dominika on Facebook:

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67:58

You're Not Kinky, You're Cool with Max Carey

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/10/25

In today's fascinating episode, Max Carey discusses the world of kink. Max is a producer and director who created the documentary "tOuch Kink," about the BDSM community and the value it brings to humanity. Max and I talk about topics as diverse as the philosophy of pain, the wave theory of kink, and how it's always the quiet ones...REFERENCES:Official tOuch Kink website: https://touchkink.comView tOuch Kink on Kinema: https://kinema.com/films/touch-kink-vwykek Follow Max on LinkedIn:

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