Jaxon Feeley: From Prison Officer to Trans Advocate and Doing it Scared

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Queer Talker

Ben Cicchetti

20 episodes

5 days ago

Queer Talker is a podcast celebrating the stories and journeys of LGBTQ+ individuals from all walks of life, from business leaders to celebrities and influencers. Through open and authentic conversations, we explore themes of identity, authenticity, and the power of living boldly.

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Jaxon Feeley: From Prison Officer to Trans Advocate and Doing it Scared

Queer Talker

1 hour 6 minutes 33 seconds

5 days ago

Jaxon Feeley: From Prison Officer to Trans Advocate and Doing it Scared

In this episode of Queer Talker, host Ben Cicchetti sits down with Jaxon Feeley, former prison officer, public speaker, and trans advocate, for a powerful and deeply human conversation about courage, visibility, and doing it scared.

Jaxon opens up about his life before and after transition, from working in the prison service to walking back through the gates as “Mr Feeley.” He shares how he found the strength to come out publicly, the moment he told his family they could have “a dead daughter or a living son,” and why he believes fear and bravery can exist in the same breath.

From battling stigma to embracing authenticity, Jaxon’s story is one of resilience, vulnerability, and relentless hope. His mantra, “do it scared,” is a reminder that courage does not mean being fearless; it means showing up anyway.

Chapters

00:00 Queer Panic Rapid Fire

03:35 Childhood and Early Identity

08:42 Transitioning and Authenticity

13:21 Family Dynamics and Support

18:32 Working in a Prison Environment

23:22 Reality TV Experiences

28:38 Living Authentically in the World

34:10 The Intensity of Reality TV

34:56 Balancing Multiple Roles

37:08 Finding Daily Happiness

39:11 Navigating Loneliness in the Spotlight