Monthly Archives: August 2016

Gender reasoning exercises: Symbol, substance, and tabooing your words (More Trans, module 1-1)

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Zinnia Jones

In most episodes of Gender Analysis, I try to present useful insights into the various concepts behind contemporary transgender issues. By examining questions about transness on multiple levels and from many different perspectives, I aim to help viewers develop a … Continue reading →

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Gender basics: How sex hormones work, and their use by trans people

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Zinnia Jones

Previously: 3 years of HRT, and 8 things I’ve learned Over the past several years, I’ve heard countless comments which reveal a surprising unawareness of some basic facts of the human endocrine system. In particular, it’s clear that many people … Continue reading →

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Book review: “Becoming Nicole” by Amy Ellis Nutt (Gender Analysis)

Posted on August 1, 2016 by Zinnia Jones

I’ve often been asked which books I would recommend for those who are interested in learning more about transgender topics. Usually, there aren’t many I can suggest – popular coverage of these issues often contains deficiencies that misinform readers about … Continue reading →

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