<![CDATA[THE PFLAG LA PODCAST]]>The PFLAG LA Podcast is a monthly, conversation-driven series from PFLAG Los Angeles that creates space for learning, reflection, and growth in support of LGBTQ+ people and those who love them. Each episode features honest conversations with community voices, advocates, and allies, offering listeners practical insight, lived experience, and encouragement as they navigate how to show up with care. The podcast is designed for LGBTQ+ people, families, friends, and allies at every stage, with the goal of helping people feel informed, supported, and less alone.


]]>https://www.pflagla.org/podcastRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 14:25:56 GMTSun, 04 Jan 2026 18:06:09 GMT60PFLAG LA<h4><b>The PFLAG LA Podcast is a monthly, conversation-driven series from PFLAG Los Angeles that creates space for learning, reflection, and growth in support of LGBTQ+ people and those who love them. Each episode features honest conversations with community voices, advocates, and allies, offering listeners practical insight, lived experience, and encouragement as they navigate how to show up with care. The podcast is designed for LGBTQ+ people, families, friends, and allies at every stage, with the goal of helping people feel informed, supported, and less alone.</b></h4><p><br /></p><p></p>episodicPFLAG LApodcast@pflagla.orgno<![CDATA[Episode 5: Max Joshua on her journey of understanding and living as a trans person]]>In this PFLAG LA Podcast Max Joshua, joined our hosts for a conversation about her journey of understanding and living as a trans person—from self-discovery and coming out, to navigating healthcare, workplaces, and different cultures.

]]>a4c52d34-30f6-42b6-85a4-6cbc4bffae9aTue, 05 May 2026 20:06:27 GMT<p>In this PFLAG LA Podcast Max Joshua, joined our hosts for a conversation about her journey of understanding and living as a trans person—from self-discovery and coming out, to navigating healthcare, workplaces, and different cultures.</p>no00:42:3315Episode 5: Max Joshua on her journey of understanding and living as a trans personfull<![CDATA[Episode 5: Max Joshua on her journey of understanding and living as a trans person]]>In our fifth episode of the PFLAG LA Podcast our guest, Max Joshua, joined our hosts for a conversation about her journey of understanding and living as a trans person—from self-discovery and coming out, to navigating healthcare, workplaces, and different cultures.

]]>815f89eb-4509-4762-b02b-c46fdea0c11cTue, 05 May 2026 00:36:31 GMT<p>In our fifth episode of the PFLAG LA Podcast our guest, Max Joshua, joined our hosts for a conversation about her journey of understanding and living as a trans person—from self-discovery and coming out, to navigating healthcare, workplaces, and different cultures.</p>no00:42:3315Episode 5: Max Joshua on her journey of understanding and living as a trans personfull<![CDATA[ Episode 4: Bryant Huddleston on misconceptions about fostering & adopting in the LGBTQ community ]]>In this episode of the PFLAG LA Podcast, Bryant Huddleston, Emmy-award winning television producer and writer, discusses misconceptions about fostering and adopting within the LGBTQ community.

Bryant recounts his experience with the LA County foster care system and how that led him to become a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ foster parents and adoptions.

]]>3fbbb35b-06fd-48ae-8e36-d830a6e910ccWed, 08 Apr 2026 16:21:07 GMT<p>In this episode of the PFLAG LA Podcast, Bryant Huddleston, Emmy-award winning television producer and writer, discusses misconceptions about fostering and adopting within the LGBTQ community.<br /><br />Bryant recounts his experience with the LA County foster care system and how that led him to become a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ foster parents and adoptions.</p><p></p>no00:36:04 Episode 4: Bryant Huddleston on misconceptions about fostering & adopting in the LGBTQ community full<![CDATA[Episode 3: Nereyda Hernandez on Supporting Her Transgender Child Amid Controversy]]>In this episode of The PFLAG LA Podcast, Nereyda (Nena) Hernandez, advocate and mother of transgender student-athlete AB Hernandez, joins PFLAG Los Angeles for a candid conversation about parenting in the public eye.

 

Amid national controversy over trans youth in sports, Nereyda shares what it has been like to support her daughter through harassment, public scrutiny, and political backlash. She reflects on reexamining her own past beliefs, unlearning fear-based narratives, and choosing to stand beside her child with conviction and love.

 

The episode’s Word of the Month is “Gender Expansive,” and the Community Spotlight highlights PFLAG LA tabling at the LA LGBT Center Resource Fair on Saturday, March 21 and LA County Library’s Rainbow Parenting & Family Programs.

]]>fbfc26d9-404d-40eb-bd0d-f6e2f6e773cdTue, 03 Mar 2026 21:51:39 GMT<p>In this episode of The PFLAG LA Podcast, Nereyda (Nena) Hernandez, advocate and mother of transgender student-athlete AB Hernandez, joins PFLAG Los Angeles for a candid conversation about parenting in the public eye.</p><p> </p><p>Amid national controversy over trans youth in sports, Nereyda shares what it has been like to support her daughter through harassment, public scrutiny, and political backlash. She reflects on reexamining her own past beliefs, unlearning fear-based narratives, and choosing to stand beside her child with conviction and love.</p><p> </p><p>The episode’s Word of the Month is “Gender Expansive,” and the Community Spotlight highlights PFLAG LA tabling at the LA LGBT Center Resource Fair on Saturday, March 21 and LA County Library’s Rainbow Parenting &amp; Family Programs.</p>no00:39:19Episode 3: Nereyda Hernandez on Supporting Her Transgender Child Amid Controversyfull<![CDATA[Episode 2: NiK Kacy on Belonging, Burnout, and Community Care]]>In this episode of The PFLAG LA Podcast, NiK Kacy (he/they), creator and executive producer of Equality Fashion Week, joins PFLAG Los Angeles for a reflective conversation about belonging, visibility, and sustainability in LGBTQ+ communities.

 

Kacy speaks candidly about burnout, caregiving, and the pressure many LGBTQ+ people feel to constantly show up for others. The conversation also explores creating inclusive spaces without sacrificing personal well-being, the difference between celebration and sustainability, and why rest and honesty are essential to long-term community care.

 

The episode’s Word of the Month is "Belonging," and the Community Spotlight highlights the live Dating’s a Drag (King) Game Show at the Harvard and Stone in Hollywood on Sunday, February 8.

 

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Marsha Aizumi.

]]>7f6aa3f3-87eb-4385-8ebc-493d1a60b799Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:00:08 GMT<p>In this episode of The PFLAG LA Podcast, NiK Kacy (he/they), creator and executive producer of Equality Fashion Week, joins PFLAG Los Angeles for a reflective conversation about belonging, visibility, and sustainability in LGBTQ+ communities.</p><p> </p><p>Kacy speaks candidly about burnout, caregiving, and the pressure many LGBTQ+ people feel to constantly show up for others. The conversation also explores creating inclusive spaces without sacrificing personal well-being, the difference between celebration and sustainability, and why rest and honesty are essential to long-term community care.</p><p> </p><p>The episode’s Word of the Month is "Belonging," and the Community Spotlight highlights the live Dating’s a Drag (King) Game Show at the Harvard and Stone in Hollywood on Sunday, February 8.</p><p> </p><p>This episode is dedicated to the memory of Marsha Aizumi.</p>no00:41:5812Episode 2: NiK Kacy on Belonging, Burnout, and Community Carefull<![CDATA[Episode 1: Orlando Bishop on Accountability and Allyship]]>In the first episode of The PFLAG LA Podcast, coach and ally Orlando Bishop reflects on moments that challenged him to rethink his words, assumptions, and responsibilities as a leader. The conversation explores accountability, learning, and what it means to show up with intention for LGBTQ+ people, youth, and families. The episode’s Word of the Month is Ally, from PFLAG’s National Glossary, and the Community Spotlight highlights New Year, New Me, an annual event hosted by the Los Angeles LGBT Center on January 31st. The episode also responds to a listener question about the difference between transgender identity and gender transition.]]>e40c3c5e-8037-43a1-b490-4b836246159aTue, 06 Jan 2026 11:41:07 GMT<h4><b>In the first episode of The PFLAG LA Podcast, coach and ally Orlando Bishop reflects on moments that challenged him to rethink his words, assumptions, and responsibilities as a leader. The conversation explores accountability, learning, and what it means to show up with intention for LGBTQ+ people, youth, and families. The episode’s Word of the Month is Ally, from PFLAG’s National Glossary, and the Community Spotlight highlights New Year, New Me, an annual event hosted by the Los Angeles LGBT Center on January 31st. The episode also responds to a listener question about the difference between transgender identity and gender transition.</b></h4>no00:29:2911Episode 1: Orlando Bishop on Accountability and Allyshipfull