Polka Dots and Pioneering: The Remarkable Life of Coccinelle

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Trans* Lesson Plan

Amari 'Mari' McGee

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The Trans* Lesson Plan is a podcast that explores the rich and complex history of transgender individuals, their experiences, and share additional trans* education. From ancient cultures to modern day, we delve into the ways in which gender identity has been understood and expressed throughout history. Join us as we deepen our understanding and appreciation of transgender history and education. Welcome to the Trans* Lesson Plan! All donations go to fundraising To Better Understand, Inc., a Black Trans-Owned Educational Non-Profit Organization. @translessonplan @mariiiwrld @amarispeaks

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Polka Dots and Pioneering: The Remarkable Life of Coccinelle

Trans* Lesson Plan

23 minutes 43 seconds

2 months ago

Polka Dots and Pioneering: The Remarkable Life of Coccinelle

Join us on The Trans Lesson Plan Podcast as we explore the extraordinary life of Jacqueline Charlotte Dufresnoy, better known as Coccinelle. Born in Paris in 1931, Coccinelle rose to fame as a captivating transgender performer who broke barriers and made history.

This episode highlights Coccinelle's groundbreaking achievements, including her historic marriage that established transgender people's right to marry in France and her vital activism through organizations she co-founded. Her legacy as a pioneer for transgender rights extends far beyond the glamorous stages where she performed alongside other icons of her era.

Discover how one woman in a polka-dotted red dress, the origin of her "Ladybug" stage name, changed the course of transgender history and continues to inspire generations today.

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