Get Yourself a Nerd (w/Imara Jones from Translash Media) I Episode 209

We've got company! Imara Jones is back on the show after 4 years and filling us in on all her amazing accomplishments since we last spoke– including being named Time Mag's 100 Most Influential People in 2023.
 
But what we really get into with Imara is everything love and relationships. The current dating scene in New York, where she meets people, red and green flags, dating studs and MOCs, her blind spots, harmful stereotypes of trans women and why you should get yourself a nerd.

Shoutouts:

Shana: Not a phase is a trans-led, grassroots charity committed to uplifting and improving the lives of trans+ adults through awareness, campaigning social projects and funding trans+ lead initiatives. They also have a fitness and wellness programme called Misfits that hosts free fitness and wellbeing classes for trans+ adults. Follow and support on IG @transfitnessuk
 

Kris: Flagrant Mag - is BIPOC and women-owned magazine that unearths the stories surrounding the culture of basketball, including the artists, communities, projects, and fans.️ Follow and support on IG @flagrantmag

Imara:  Sending love to Rep. Mauree Turner, a Black, trans non-binary Muslim in the Oklahoma House who will not seek re-election. I want to thank you for all your service you've given to our community during a very difficult time. Follow them on IG @maureeturnerok. And Rest in Peace to Cecilia Gentili who would have appreciated today's conversation.

Episode Breakdown:
[0:18] Queer Urban Dictionary 
[2:25] Guest introduction - Imara Jones
[4:00] Imara catches us up on her last 4 years
[9:00] Love & Dating in New York
[22:15] MOCs/studs and trans women relationships
[34:51] Stereotypes about trans dating that she'd like to get rid of
[36:32] Bad Queer Opinions 
[47:45] Shoutouts