not another white girl with a podcast (NAWG WAP): Recent Episodes
Claudia Nolan
I set up this podcast for posterity. Many of my friends and family have had a whirlwind year aside from the p*ndemic and I want to store the most interesting conversations that I've had with these friends, somewhere where others can listen and learn, or simply for me to look back on.
Tabi and I sat down to discuss gender, what it means to be non-binary, the barriers to getting into amateur cycling for less privileged groups, Rapha 101+ and Queer Wheels! We also answered questions sent to me by friends and family x
4:25 Definitions: Non-binary, Gender identity, Gender expression, cis gender and TERFs. 6:31 About Tabi 10:10 How do they identify (trans non binary) 11:18 How did they come to terms with their gender 19:17 Importance of pronouns 30:35 The barriers to cycling: why it’s still predominantly cis white men 37:20 What has Tabi done to help remove these barriers to entry for less represented groups? 44:46 Queer wheels: LGBTQIA+ cycling group in amsterdam Questions 52:19 “In terms of cycling and gender, what do you think could be done in the next olympics to make things more fair?” 1:03:00 “is it offensive to ask if you want kids in the first place as you don’t see yourself in the male or female role, does this translate to parenting too?” 1:07:12 “if you were to have a child yourself, what way would you raise them?” 1:09:20 “what is the best way for individuals to express support or to be helpful?” 1:14:33 “is gender identity mostly misconceived as who you are attracted to, not how you feel?” 1:18:30 “if gender stereotypes didn’t exist, would people still feel the need transition?” 1:22:34 “how do we educate children about gender?” 1:30:32 “why do people get angry at inclusive language that includes trans people / is it still important to use the word women or if that’s a triggering word, what should we use instead?”
In this episode, I sit down with my cousin Caroline and we bond over the earth-shattering losses of my sister Ivanna and Caroline's father Larry in 2020.
We cover ground on what the beginning of the healing process has looked like for both of us and the level of understanding we now share with others who have lost a close family member.
Caroline and I call out some memorable acts of support we received from friends during the tough time as well as some Do's & Dont's when supporting someone in the dark depths of grief.
We also talk about the impact C*vid had on the grieving process and funeral arrangements; good and bad.
Caroline opens up about her plans to keep Larry's spirit present physically for her big moments that he will miss, through the form of his ties.
Honourable mentions:
@BeanieFeldstein - Grief Glasses essay
Myself, Nidge and JD sit down and talk about what it means to us to be women, coming out, and the journey we're on with our sexual identities.
We also deep dive into femininity and self-confidence while sharing tips on how we've actively worked on these elements of ourselves in a year that forced self-reflection.
References:
- Euphoria - Jules' episode
- Keelin Moncrieff - coming out video
- Game of Desire (book) Shannon Boodram
On this episode, my very first Amsterdam friend Polly gives us an insight into the fashion industry from a designer's perspective. We discuss how she envisages sustainability being tackled by global labels, and what our definition of art.
Running, PT and marathons are ways that Polly has stayed sane after her passion became her job.
Artist shoutouts:
- Anna Rocke
- @Lily_Wolk on instagram
Howdy!
I’m joined by my best friend/life partner Ellie Breen to discuss her drastic career change and what it is like to move home during a pandemic. Ellie has lived abroad for 4+ years and gives some advice and learnings from her time outside of the Emerald Isles.
To finish off this wholesome episode, we discuss the best piece of advice that we received last year; ‘good and bad are incomplete stories we tell ourselves’ - Heather Lanier
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One of my tier 1 homies discusses the evolution of our friendship which led to us moving in together. (0:00 - 13:25)
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Jessica opens up about how she has had an undiagnosed chronic illness for years and finally last month received a diagnosis; epilepsy. (13:25 - 35:45)
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We discuss her engagement to the love of her life Cathal, aka my adopted father, and how they will live the cottage core fantasy in their home in Kildare this year. (35:45 - 50:04)
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Finally Jay shares some tips on conflict resolution and de-escalating arguments and disagreements with loved ones.
That’s all, folks!