Ariel is a white trans person who was 21 at the time of recording. They discuss what it was like growing up in Houston, Texas with their grandparents for most of their life. He talks about how gender impacted him and feeling "Othered." Ariel also talked about growing up Southern Baptist and dealing with Disability. They talk about femme clothing and artmaking influencing their Lesbianism. Ariel discusses how class, Disability, and gender inform their interactions with Lesbian community. He ends with a discussion about the importance of Lesbian and trans community spaces in New York City.
on the couch in Olivia's apartment in Brooklyn, New York
date recorded
07/09/2023
rights
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