Let's be perfectly Queer Podcast
An Australian LGBT podcast, hosted by a Transgender teacher and a Pansexual healthcare worker, dedicated to amplifying diverse queer voices. We share personal stories, expert insights, and valuable resources on LGBTQIA+ topics—including gender identity, coming out, queer history, mental health, relationships, and activism.
Join us as we build an inclusive space for learning, open discussions, and a sense of community.
Whether you're queer, questioning, an ally, or simply curious, our podcast is a welcoming space for open conversations, education, and community connection. Think of it as a laid-back chat with friends—perfect for listening on the go, at home, or anywhere in between.
Join us as we celebrate LGBT+ experiences, challenge misconceptions, and create an inclusive space for all.
Let's be perfectly Queer Podcast
Transgender Youth Surgery Myth
Welcome to Let's Be Perfectly Queer Podcast, your go to LGBT Australian podcast for all things queer.
In this weeks episode we look into one of the biggest misconceptions circulating today: are transgender kids really undergoing surgery?
We unpack what actually happens for trans youth in Australia—from social transition to puberty blockers and age-based medical pathways. With evidence-backed facts we talk top surgery waitlists, media fear-mongering, what puberty blockers really do, and the actual role of affirming care in reducing mental health risks for LGBTQIA+ youth.
We also discuss:
- The real process of transitioning for kids and teens
- Why misinformation is dangerous (looking at you, Channel 7)
- How gender-affirming care improves mental health outcomes
- What the Australian medical guidelines actually say
- What YOU can do to support trans youth today
This is the episode to send to that misinformed coworker, worried parent, or confused politician. Let’s cut through the fear and be perfectly clear.
🎧 So grab your headphones, cut through the misinformation... and until next time, stay perfectly queer!
Archie & Katie 🌈
Resources we found useful for this episode:
- https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/26/health/top-surgery-transgender-teenagers.html
- chrome-extension://bdfcnmeidppjeaggnmidamkiddifkdib/viewer.html?file=https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/News/Statistics/2020/plastic-surgery-statistics-full-report-2020.pdf
- rch.org.au
- nhmrc.gov.au
- health.nsw.gov.au
- ama.com.au
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