In this special episode of The TMI Project Story Hour, Jay Jackson, known to many as RuPaul’s Drag Race superstar Laganja Estranja, reveals a more intimate side of her true self. Tune in to hear how her drag career inspired a profound shift in embracing her femininity-- and how full self-acceptance helped her not only live authentically but become a fierce advocate for the trans community. The episode culminates with a powerful speech from Celeste Lecesne, co-founder of The Trevor Project, as they lovingly present Jay with TMI Project’s Voices in Action Award, honoring her important work as an artist and activist.
Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a memory or experience from your childhood that shaped your understanding of gender identity or expression.
Episode Links:
Audio Clip Sources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dL1d7kG3xv4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sx0A_q1PMKY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErMkf-Pm9xU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IxUluSacnc
Featuring “Legs” by Laganja Estranja:
https://open.spotify.com/track/5vcqVfH15uWnASbwkrXmSw?si=642447779f2c4ba5
Statistic Source:
https://www.aclu.org/legislative-attacks-on-lgbtq-rights-2024
TMI Project Staff
This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson.
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