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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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68:50

26 April 2024 - The Stories That Must Be Told

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/04/26

Today I present an amazing conversation with Lindsay Law. Lindsay retired from a career as an executive producer and President of Fox Searchlight Pictures to become a novelist. Lindsay and I discuss the story of "Boys Don't Cry," why we need more gay people in media, and the magic of Vermont.REFERENCES:Lindsay’s personal website: https://www.lindsaylaw.net/Follow Lindsay on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsay.law/“The Orphan from Shepherds Keep:”

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64:34

19 April 2024 - Reclaiming the Present Moment

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/04/19

In this episode, I host Dr. Lino Martinez! Dr. Lino is an author, podcaster, and Professor of Psychology who views his ability to survive not as extraordinary, only human. Lino and I discuss existential psychology, depleting ourselves to please others, and The Meaning to Life.REFERENCES:Lino’s professional website: https://www.alittlelessfear.com/A Little LESS FEAR podcast: https://www.alittlelessfear.com/podcastMuckle-Wells Syndrome:

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65:17

12 April 2024 - Music, Community, and How We Become

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/04/12

Today's episode features Mx. Crys/ta Song, a Speech Language Pathologist and vocalist who is also Board Co-Chair of Queer Oriented Radical Days of Summer (QORDS). Crys/ta and I talk about such topics as why the South should not be discounted as a political forum, how we cannot help but be part of humanity, and obscure William Makepeace Thackeray quotes.–REFERENCES:Follow Crys/ta Song on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mx.singasong/QORDS website: https://qords.org/Follow QORDS on

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05 April 2024 - Marketing to the Transgender Experience

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2024/04/05

This week's episode features the ever-talented Danni Velasquez-Mora. Danni is Founder and Creative Director of Womankind Creative and - because we had such a great conversation about women's representation the first time (see the link below), Danni wanted to interview me to get an angle on how the transgender community would appreciate representation in marketing. We talk about topics as far-reaching as where gender originates, who fits the mold of "normal" woman, and the importance of

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58:52

29 March 2024 - In Praise of the Mammal Brain

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/03/29

In this week's episode, I speak with Professor Loretta Breuning about human behavior. Loretta is a Professor Emerita of Management, the Founder of The Inner Mammal Institute, and author of the book "Habits of a Happy Brain." We consider such topics as how our undesired behavior can be modified given the appropriate reward, finding forgiveness even for our parents, and why not everybody is mad at you.–REFERENCES:The Inner Mammal Institute: https://innermammalinstitute.org/Alice Miller:

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67:46

22 March 2024 - The Stories That Live between the Lines

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/03/22

Today's episode features an amazing artist and friend, Cendrine Marrouat. Cendrine really has done it all: poet, photographer, painter, podcaster, and author. We discuss topics as diverse as camels, the importance of haiku, and why Hemingway is boring.-- REFERENCES:Cendrine’s professional website: https://creativeramblings.com/Auroras & Blossoms website: https://abpositiveart.com/(00:00) - Opening credits(00:37) - Show opening (01:29) - Introducing Cendrine Marrouat (03:11) -

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58:47

15 March 2024 - The Effect of Childhood on Who We Are

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/03/15

In today's episode, I have a fun discussion about a serious topic with Brittany Sandoval. As a registered nurse and foster parent, Brittany had to process her childhood trauma to help her children become better people. Brittany and I talk about the meaning of anger, how generational trauma can be healed, and Lesbian TikTok. P.S. No cats were harmed in the making of this podcast.--REFERENCES:The Odd Mom Pod: https://link.chtbl.com/oddmompodInstagram:

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01 March 2024 - Becoming Unstoppable

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/03/01

In today's episode, I have an honest conversation with Victoria Pelletier, an executive leader, best-selling author, and motivational speaker. Victoria talks me through what it takes to push through adversity, how transgender care is even more difficult for parents, and why jerks need honesty more than the rest of us.--REFERENCES:Victoria’s website: https://victoria-pelletier.com(00:00) - Opening credits(00:37) - Show opening (01:24) - Introducing Victoria Pelletier (02:36) -

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59:49

23 February 2024 - Representing Humans in Marketing

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/02/23

In this episode, I talk with Danni Velasquez-Mora, an absolutely amazing woman who ups the game in marketing as Founder and Creative Director at Womankind Creative. Danni and I talk about important topics as healing through representation, seeing our own possibilities, and why Wonder Girl should have had a longer run.--REFERENCES:Womankind Creative: https://www.womankindcreative.com/Womankind Creative LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/womankindcreative/Womankind Creative

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58:58

16 February 2024 - Finding Our Soul in Dance

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/02/16

In this on-location podcast shoot, I have a grand time with Julia DiVerdi. Julia is a stunning burlesque and belly dancer who shifted her focus to an inclusive dance studio where she can teach anybody how to dance! We talk about subjects as far afield as accidentally starting to teach, how learning dance can be healing, and Julia's plan for my first burlesque routine (yikes!!).--REFERENCES:Julia DiVerdi and Starlight Studio: https://juliadiverdi.com/Overcoming My Hidden Transphobia:

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62:03

09 February 2024 - The First Step Is to Believe

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/02/09

In this episode, I speak with John C. Morley. John is a prolific podcaster and writer, a great storyteller, and a serial entrepreneur. John and I talk about believing in ourselves as the foundation of success, taking the risks necessary to achieve what we want, and why hypnotists shouldn't embarrass people during their shows.--REFERENCES:John’s Linktree: http://believemeachieve.comThe JMOR Tech Talk Show: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJMORTechTalkShowInspirations for your Life:

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58:12

02 February 2024 - Building a Community Identity

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/02/02

Today I have the distinct honor of interviewing Emily Kailyn. Emily began a community called The Transverse and continues her great work for the transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming community. Emily and I consider the hard decisions required in building community, the dreams we need to move society forward, and why confidence makes the gender.--The Transverse: https://thetransverse.net/The community Discord server: https://thetransverse.net/discordInstagram:

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65:33

19 January 2024 - Adequate Representation in Fiction

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2024/01/19

Today on the program, I speak with Amanda Lien, a technical copywriter and published science fiction author. Amanda gives us the lowdown on why technology and fiction must show humanity as it is - to remind each of us we are a part of it. We talk about how marketing frequently doesn't get it, lament villains made worse by being gay, and remember 1970s pop music.REFERENCES:Amanda Lien professional website: https://www.amandajlien.com/Find Amanda on LinkedIn:

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64:19

12 December 2024 - Building Technology That Supports...

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2024/01/12

In this fascinating episode, get ready to geek out with Lindsay Tabas, a technologist also known as The Lady Engineer®. Lindsay and I have some great discussion around why technology works against us instead of for us. I only make a few diversions...like why that red button requires a new security architecture.REFERENCES:Lindsay Tabas professional website: https://www.lindsayt.com/Follow Lindsay on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/lindsaytabasMake Sense w/ the Lady Engineer®:

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66:22

05 December 2023 - Relationships as a Study of Self

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2024/01/05

In this episode, I have a great conversation with Mona Lazar, an artist, writer, and relationship coach. Mona and I contemplate finding reflection in a relationship, why social roles must change for humanity to survive, and how filled doughnuts probably roll downhill better than those with holes in the middle.REFERENCES:Mona's personal website: https://monalazar.com/Find Mona on Medium: https://medium.com/@monalazzarFind Mona on Substack: https://wordwhisperers.substack.com"And Then All

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30 December 2023 - The Labels We Choose for Ourselves

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2023/12/30

In this episode of the show, I speak with my very good friend Shannara Quissell, an amazing attorney and Executive Director of the Colorado Name Change Project. Shannara and I discuss the important things in life: our right to define ourselves, our obligation to trust each other, and the beauty of the brocket for storing documents.REFERENCES:Connect with Shannara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannara-quissell-25072387/The first of name change blogs:

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60:33

22 December 2023 - Perceiving Our True Selves

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2023/12/22

In today's episode, I speak with Lisa Haukom: a dear friend, photographer, and developer of The Self-Portrait Method - a course designed to help us learn to see who we truly are. Lisa and I talk about topics as diverse as self-objectification, why we must approve of ourselves first, and the claptrap of a French Bitch.REFERENCES:Goldenbrand Photography: https://www.thegoldenbrand.co/The Self-Portrait Method: https://www.thegoldenbrand.co/self-portraitstudioAustin Kleon:

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60:22

15 December 2023 - Role-Playing Games as Identity...

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2023/12/15

Today on the show, I discuss role-playing games with Bill Tucker, an experienced improv actor and tabletop role-playing gamer. Bill and I get philosophical about good and evil, when we can't be the person we want to be, and Darth Vader's poor fashion choices.REFERENCES:Find Bill on Twitter: https://twitter.com/imbilltuckerSly Flourish - Playing D&D can save your life: https://slyflourish.com/playing_dnd_can_save_your_life.htmlDungeons & Dragons:

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54:11

01 December 2023 - Sex, Gender, and Sexuality

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2023/12/01

Today I speak with the one and only Ossiana Tepfenhart, who covered the adult film industry as a journalist and has written on topics from music to politics to sex. Ossiana and I discuss Lolita fashion, control freaks, and why we should not be embarrassed to appreciate a good orgasm.REFERENCES:Find Ossiana on Substack: https://ossiana.substack.com/ Find Ossiana on Medium: https://medium.com/@ossiana.tepfenhart Find The Refugee Newsletter on Substack:

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17 November 2023 - Divination as a Path to Introspection

The Purple Pawedcast ·

2023/11/17

In this slightly different show, I engage my witchy side with Miriam Rachel, a medium and tarot reader who writes and teaches how to improve your life through divination. Miriam and I discuss karma, finding your inner depths, and why social media kinda sucks.REFERENCES:Miriam Reads Tarot on the web: https://miriamreadstarot.com/Find Miriam on Substack: https://miriamreadstarot.substack.com/ Find Miriam on Medium: https://medium.com/@msmir Find The Refugee Newsletter on Substack:

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