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Monica Roberts, AKA the TransGriot (Gree-oh) is a native Houstonian, GLAAD award nominated blogger, writer, and award winning trans human rights advocate. She's the founding editor of TransGriot, and her writing has appeared at the Bilerico Project, Ebony.com, The Huffington Post and the Advocate. She works to foster understanding and acceptance of trans people inside and outside communities of color and was recently honored with the Virginia Prince Transgender Pioneer Award.  

This show is inspired by a woman by the name of "Ernestine Johnson".  If you don't know her this is a blurb on her website:  http://ernestinejohnson.com/   Ernestine is also known in the spoken word community, infamous for being uncensored and untamed on the microphone, speaking on matters dear to the heart. Ernestine was the Red Carpet host for McKinley Presents Ent. in Las Vegas, conducting interviews with various celebrities which led to her hosting a sports segment on KCEP Power 88.1. Continuing her journey, Ernestine resides in Atlanta, Georgia. She can be seen on GMC’s original stage play Sugar Momma’s and her latest film Reckless. I saw a recent post on the Arsenio Show of which Ernestine poetically expresses her view on steriotypess.   Make comments or ask questions on this shows Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/events/405945676253216/ We will be taking live callers as well.    

(WARNING:  This show will have some explicit language and topic but I have kept the setting at Public as I believe younger trans individuals could benefit from the show) Leelah's suicide has reached so many people but clearly in so many ways.  The phrase of "layers of an onion" comes to mind when thinking about producing this show.  When peeling layers of an onion we often experience the tears before we experience the benefit of the task.   At the top of my list my hope is that Leelah's suicide can initiate some improvements in the lives of transgender people. I will talk about my perception of these layers and the ramifications to and or for the transgender community. As with all shows I will be taking live phone calls, live Facebook Chats or Emails.  The Facebook Chat will be at:  https://www.facebook.com/events/329791630555886/ Email me at hollyknight@prismradio.com Chat on here More information at:  http://www.prismradio.com/ Thank you! Holly Knight        

It is the end of the year and time for reflection.  It has truly been an amazing year for the transgender community in 2014.  Recently an article was written about 2014 being the best year ever for the transgender community.  I would agree that it has been an amazing year for us in that there is so much in the news about transgender people and much of that has been positive but I wonder if we put too much emphasis on what is going on in the media.   This show will discuss my Trans Hero's and why.   Tell us with who your Trans Hero is?  You can Email, Facebook or call live. I hope you can join us. LINKS OF INTEREST Prism Radio Page "My Trans Hero's" Email us at:  hollyknight@prismradio.com Facebook us at:  www.facebook.com/prismradio    

We are very please to have Matt Sexton as our guest on the 89th Prism Radio Show.  Matt is the Founder and leader of Boyzz By Knight which is the longest running drag king troupe in the USA. -Is the Owner of Purrswaytions, a bar in Louisville, KY.Appeared on Rikki Lake -Was very influential in getting the first Mr. KPF organized & executed. -Titles held...Mr. Kentucky, Mr. Tynkers, Mr. Gypsy, Mr. Tinks -Has traveled and performed throughout the Midwestern states and performed at multiple Gay Pride events in and out of state. -Has organized & performed at many benefits, which are always close to the Boyzz hearts. More information is at: www.boyzzbyknight.com http://www.purrswaytions.com http://www.prismradio.com We will be taking questions... Call in Live or send us a message on Facebook www.facebook.com/prismradio          

#whosyourselfie is a new campaign for the film, "Becoming More Visible".  Pamela French is the producer and director of the play about trans teens in the New York City area.  One of these teens, Katherine Chambers will join Pamela and discuss the film and the selfie campaign.  Hope you can join us and as always we will take questions.  You can call live at the number at the top or you can message me on the chat on this page or send me a Facebook page on the event page for this show here, https://www.facebook.com/events/676682902430401/ If you have any questions or comments please email me at hollyknight@prismradio.com I hope to hear from you! Holly MORE AT www.prismradio.com .      

No surveys, these are the actual reasons you do not attend Transgnder Events.  That is pretty much it.   More Info:  www.prismradio.com Facebook Discussion:   https://www.facebook.com/PrismRadio    

We live in a very exciting time for the transgender community where things are happening on a regular basis that is improving lives of trans people everywhere.  Join us on Prism Radio where Holly will talk about some recent news about the T community.   Join Holly on the Prism Radio Facebook Page to have a live discussion on the topics on air.  Go here CALL IN WITH COMMENTS/QUESTIONS Prism Radio Website T In the News Webpage Prism Radio Facebook Page Prism Radio Twitter   

So, from what I understand, there are gender non-conforming individuals that does not believe the word transgender fit their personal identity so these individuals created the word trans*.  As much the effort is admirable to be more inclusive it also has a element of exclusion.  Despite these good intentions it is my opinion that this could damage our movement toward social and legal freedom.  I will talk about the issues with this label and hope to make a good argument why we need to stop using it.   Please feel free to call me life with comments or questions. You can send me a message on the chat or send me a message on Facebook or my email. More information on the Prism Radio Website here. Join our Live Facebook Discussion on this topic here.  https://www.facebook.com/PrismRadio  

Robby was a young boy that had Spastic Cerebral Palsy and it was my job to help him each morning and evening working for the Illinois Children and Family Services.  Robby was neglected by his father because he was born with this disablility but Robby was a special person with a lot of love.  His story inspired me for this radio show about acceptance and rejection.   More about Prism Radio on our website at:  http://www.prismradio.com/ Comments and or Questions:  http://www.prismradio.com/#!contact-us/c1ymj Our Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/PrismRadio Or you can call during the show... I hope to hear from you! Holly

In every conversation I have had about the problems transgender people have eventually get to a comment, "people are afraid of what they don't understand" and then "our" problems becomes a matter of ignorance.  So, to eliminate ignorance is to educate.  That is the Prism Direction and Prism Radio mission so we are going to do a Trans 101 series of shows beginning with defining what transgender is. You have thoughts or questions? hollyknight@prismradio.com www.facebook.com/prismradio Thanks! Holly

Homelessness for transgender people exist at a very high level.  According the National Center for Transgender Equality, 20% of transgender people in the US have been refused a home or apartment and 10 percent has been evicted because of their gender identity.  Transgender people that are homeless also face discrimination at most facilities that assist homeless people with 29% indicating being turned away from a shelter due to being transgender. Pamala French is the Producer and Director of a documentary called, “Becoming More Visible”.  It is a very nicely done film about transgender teens in New York City.  Pamala is currently trying to fund her project through Kickstarter.  So, we have invited Pamala to help promote her very important video and hopefully get the support she needs. We will take live calls or you can join Holly in the chatroom or email her at hollyknight@prismradio.com.    

So, a conversation started on Facebook with a transgirl posting this message:   "Hey all,  Abit of a dillemma. Last night, I met a nice guy and basically we ended up kissing on the dancefloor.  We were both slightly drunk.  However, he's like to meet up with me again and take me out on a date.  Another thing is...I didn't tell him that I'm trans... Should I tell him?  If so, how and when? " This created a conversation of 48 comments within a few hours so it seems it is a topic of some interest.  So, what do you think?  Let us know...here is how: Call in live:  (949) 534-0761Chat in the BlogTalkRadio chatroom on the PrismDirection page Email Holly at hollyknight@prismradio.comSend us a Facebook Messate at: https://www.facebook.com/PrismRadio Hope to hear from you soon! 

The fears, dangers and mistakes that are made during transitioning.  More to come soon. more at http://www.prismdirection.con

The Ask Holly series continues to be a popular show so we try to do it at least once a month.  We are still taking questions for the show so you can click on the logo below or go here,.

The Transgender most visible day each year is on November 20th with the Transgender Day of Remembrance but is this a positive thing for the TG community?   Holly will discuss the TDOR and thoughts on this topic on show number 78.   Other Links www.prismdirection.com  

The Two Spirit is Native American and Holly will discuss the history of these people and the misconceptions that has developed.  Her guest is Crisosto Apache.   MOre information on our website at: http://www.prismdirection.com/html/two_spirits.html  If you want to comment or ask questions about the show use the following options: Call Live (Phone number is listed on this site) Email Holly:  hollyknight@prismdirection.com Facebook:  www.facebook.com/hollyerinknight I hope to hear from you, Holly  

Did you know "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" still exists in the military for transgender military personnel?  Also, what do you think of the Chelsea Manning story?  Well, there are some unknown but very serious topics concerning the Military and the Transgender community.  Dayna Walker is our very special guest for the show as she has extensive experience on this topic.   More information on this show or Dayna Prism Radio Website Email Holly Facebook Holly We will take live callers for this topic or any other topic.   Thanks and we look forward to hearing from you, Prism Radio  

A brand new show where I take current transgender events and give some details and comments (of course).  I encourage anyone to call in live to talk about these topics or any that are on your mind.  Tonight's topics are:   “Transgender Family Lives”“10 Employment Discriminatory Actions”TransWomen Fears in NYSan Antonio Equality Rights I hope you can join me tonight and please let me know what you think of the show by leaving a comment on the website at:  www.prismradio.com Email me with comments/questions at: hollyknight@prismradio.com or on Facebook at:  www.facebook.com/hollyerinknight    Thank you! Holly

The last "Ask Holly" was in July of 2012.  It has been a popular format so we will bring it back on occasion.  If you are listening live you can "Ask Holly" by emailing her at hollyknight@prismdirection.com or ask her on facebook at www.facebook.com/hollyerinknight.   We will be taking live callers also if you have any questions.