Welcome to Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast, where we explore profound themes through storytelling, music, poetry, and art—balancing deep emotions with humor. This is part two of our Trans Joy episode, where Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen continue celebrating identity, confidence, and the power of living authentically. First, we hear from a young trans Canadian who shares their journey of self-discovery and finding confidence in their identity. Then, we continue our conversation with the iconic Laverne Cox. A trailblazer and cultural force, Laverne was the first openly trans actor to receive a Primetime Emmy nomination for her groundbreaking role in Orange Is the New Black. Beyond her prolific career in entertainment, she is celebrated for her advocacy and for transforming the narrative around trans visibility. Her unwavering grace, beauty, and unapologetic truth have inspired countless people worldwide. Join us for the second part of this uplifting celebration of trans brilliance, resilience, and joy. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast If you like the show, tell your friends! You can text, email, tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/TownHallABlackQueerPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @TheTownHallPod Learn more about Black Queer Town Hall: https://www.blackqueertownhall.org Special thanks to our Production Team: Executive Producer, Tracy Marquez. Senior Producer, Charlene Westbrook. Producer, Cory Nixon, and Post Producer, Amelia Ritthaler. Music by Lafemmebear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices