The Purple Pawedcast

As a special 50th Episode, I speak with Louise Richardson, a transgender woman whose transition in the 1970s demonstrates how - despite many strides made in society - the transgender experience is no better understood.  Louise is an author, poet, and playwright whose work can be seen, heard, and read across many media.  Louise and I discuss topics as diverse as early transgender community, how gender transition has changed, and how the girl next door always keeps you guessing.

REFERENCES:
Follow Louise on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@snardfluk
Buy Louise's books on Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00M7RGA8A
Follow Louise on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/snardfluk
Follow Louise on Soundcloud:  https://soundcloud.com/louise-gail-richardson

  • (00:00) - Opening credits
  • (00:37) - Show opening
  • (01:33) - Introducing Louise Richardson
  • (02:19) - Experiencing a feminine childhood
  • (07:00) - Before the Egg Crack Moment
  • (11:22) - Confidential Magazine: 1970s transgender community
  • (14:40) - Choosing a life without misery
  • (18:21) - From reverence to controversy
  • (22:53) - All transgender people are weird...
  • (26:47) - ...present company excepted, of course...
  • (29:59) - Gender transition in 1970s San Francisco
  • (38:52) - Why in the everloving hell did she go back to Texas?
  • (43:41) - And sometimes family is not supportive...
  • (50:58) - Rebirth as actress, poet, and author
  • (54:02) - Procession: a poem about dimensions
  • (57:55) - Cheetahs: a poem about mothers
  • (59:19) - How to find Louise Richardson on the internet
  • (01:03:43) - Walk with Me, from "Blue Bonnet Road"
  • (01:04:56) - Sharing of ourselves
  • (01:07:50) - Closing credits
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Creators and Guests

Host
Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.
Scientist, storyteller, and professional overthinker of all things identity. Also, I happen to be a transgender woman.

What is The Purple Pawedcast?

Welcome to The Purple Pawedcast, where we unpack the complexities of gender, identity, and what it truly means to be human—without the academic jargon (okay, maybe just a little, but only the fun kind).

Curated by Amethysta Herrick. Ph.D., this pod is where science, philosophy, and lived experience collide to challenge assumptions and spark new perspectives. Whether you’re here to explore your own identity, stay informed on the latest research, or just enjoy a deep dive into the human experience, we deliver thoughtful, engaging, and refreshingly honest discussions. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations about who we are and how we navigate the world. Dive in, stay curious, and let’s rethink identity together.