She Comes With Baggage

CeCé Telfer: Breaking Barriers as a Trans Athlete & Olympic Hopeful

Today’s guest is CeCé Telfer, the first out trans woman to win an NCAA title, an author, model, and advocate, and a proud member of the Unique Woman’s Coalition, a Black trans-led organization supporting transgender lives. CeCé lives by the principle of being the change she wishes to see in the world and is currently training as an Olympic hopeful for the LA 2028 U.S. Track & Field Open Trials.In this episode, we talk about:Her journey as a trans athlete breaking barriers in sportsThe realities and challenges of being a transgender woman in athleticsAdvocacy, visibility, and supporting the trans communityWhat it means to pursue your dreams with purpose and resilience🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major platforms ✨ New episodes launch every Thursday across all audio players and YouTubeFollow Cece Telfer:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cecetelfer/ Follow She Comes With Baggage Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shecomeswithbaggage__Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shecomeswithbaggage__Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KirstiePike

Robbie Simpson: LGBTQ+ Representation on Hallmark's Finding Mr. Christmas

Today’s guest is Robbie Simpson — an actor, director, producer, and educator based in New York City. Robbie serves as the Director of Creative Development at Midnight Theatricals and the Director of Musical Theater at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting. You may recognize him from his role as Chad on General Hospital or as one of the first LGBTQ+ contestants on Hallmark’s Finding Mr. Christmas.In this episode, we talk about:Continuing LGBTQ+ history on Hallmark and why representation mattersNavigating the entertainment industry as a queer performerHis journey from stage to screenTeaching and mentoring the next generation of artists🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major platforms ✨ New episodes launch every Thursday across all audio players and YouTube

Tony Morrison: Using Storytelling to Spark Change

Today’s guest is Tony Morrison — a three-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, media strategist, and founder of Morrison Media Group, a venture helping brands and changemakers activate through storytelling and cultural influence. Tony has spent over a decade at the intersection of media and social change, leading campaigns that shape public perception and move culture forward. From producing live at Good Morning America to serving as Senior Director of Communications at GLAAD, his work has earned recognition from Out100 and Logo30 for advancing LGBTQ visibility and inclusive media.In this episode, Tony opens up about:✅ His journey in media and advocacy✅ The power of storytelling to shift culture and perception✅ Using your voice to create social impact✅ Leading campaigns that amplify underrepresented communities🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major platforms ✨ New episodes launch every Thursday across all audio players and YouTubeFollow Tony Morrison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetonymorrison/ Morrison Media Group: https://www.instagram.com/morrisonmediagroup/Follow She Comes With Baggage Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shecomeswithbaggage__Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shecomeswithbaggage__Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KirstiePike

Kinley Clark: Teaching in the South & Fighting Homophobia

Today’s guest is Kinley Clark — a proud queer creative who once taught in the South, where she faced more homophobia than anyone should have to. After leaving the classroom, she turned her energy toward her passion project, her podcast Lez Be Honest, a space where she shares authentic queer stories, mixes in humor, and builds community through representation. Now she’s fully committed to creating the unapologetically queer content she wished she had growing up.In this episode, Kinley opens up about:✅  Her journey from teaching to podcasting✅  Navigating backlash and homophobia✅  Building community through storytelling and queer visibility🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major platforms ✨ New episodes launch every Thursday across all audio players and YouTubeFollow Kinley Clark:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lezbehonestpodcastt/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lezbehonestpodcast Follow She Comes With Baggage Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shecomeswithbaggage__Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shecomeswithbaggage__Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KirstiePike

Manda Malina: The Dark Side of the Music Industry & Reclaiming Her Power

Today’s guest is Manda Malina—a Swedish singer, songwriter, and queer artist based in Los Angeles. Her hit song Her Ocean took off on TikTok in 2023, leading to headlining solo shows including EDC Las Vegas and performances at the 80s Live residency in Lake Tahoe. Through her artistry, Manda explores what it means to show up authentically as a femme lesbian while navigating the darker realities of the entertainment industry.In this episode, Manda opens up about:Navigating comphet and embracing her queer identityThe dark side of the music industry Recognizing and healing from abusive relationshipsReclaiming her story through music and creative expression🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major platforms ✨ New episodes launch every Thursday across all audio players and YouTubeFollow Manda Malina:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandaamalina/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mandaamalinaFollow She Comes With Baggage Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shecomeswithbaggage__Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shecomeswithbaggage__Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KirstiePike