In this Interview Drew and Lizette talk to New York Times bestseller Ashley Rhodes-Courter about foster care, the foster care system, and what love and support looks like for youth in the system. Ashley reminds us of the powerful impact just one loving person can have on a child, and that prevention is truly the key when helping families. We covered a lot in this episode, and learned a lot too. Enjoy!

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Interview with Ashley Rhodes-Courter

In the episode, Drew speaks Lizette, Debi Jackson, and Rachel Gonzalez about the current state of anti-trans legislation that is moving through the country. They also talk about how they are feeling about the attacks on trans youth, and what they hope for the future.

The Mama Bear Interview

In this episode Drew and Lizette talk about Drew's Big Move to Massachusetts to work for TransHealth Northampton, and Lizette's Allyship Community award (thank you SAAF and SAGA). They also talk about the current legislative attacks on transgender youth. It's a vent session and we hope you enjoy.

Drew's Big Move and More

In this interview Drew and Lizette speak to Melissa K. Heckman, LICSW, MEd (they/them/theirs & she/her/hers) about the importance of comprehensive sex education in schools, and programs that are currently available to fill the gaps of what isn't currently taught. We also share a few embarrassing stories, which highlight what can happen when youth are not given accurate information about their bodies or how to care for themselves. We also talk about the importance of families having these discussions at home, and the lasting positive impacts that it can have on your children's views on sex, consent, and their overall well-being.

Interview with Melissa Heckman

In this episode, Drew and Lizette interviewed Adiba Nelson, who is a writer and mommy advocate for her daughter Emory and disabled youth and their families in our community. Adiba is the author of "Meet ClaraBelle Blue", and her work has been featured in Huff post and various other publications. In this episode we talk about path to advocacy through necessity and love, as well as the intersections of our journeys. We also discuss the importance of continual learning, as we work towards fostering cross-cultural solidarity work. This was an incredibly rich conversation, and hope you enjoy it as much as we did.

Interview with Adiba Nelson

In this episode Drew and Lizette interview Dallas Ducar, CEO of Transhealth Northampton and Clinical Lead for Mental Health Services at the MGH Transgender Health Program. They discuss the importance of system shake ups to create more equitable/accessible medical care and resources, as well, the importance of daily self reflection. They also discuss growing up in the southwest, their religious backgrounds, and how all those elements have shaped their advocacy and life today. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it.

Interview with Dallas Ducar

In this episode, Drew and Lizette talk to University of Kansas Rowing Coach and Historian, Charley Sullivan about the importance of transgender inclusion in sports. We also discuss the importance of understanding historical context when discussing important issues and policies that impact specific communities.

Interview with Coach Charley Sullivan

In this episode Drew and Lizette talk to family law lawyer and advocate, Marissa Sites Esq. She shares with us her passion for helping youth, and why racial/social justice is so important to her. We discuss the current movement of anti-trans bills attacking transgender youth across the country, and it's impacts on trans kids and their families. We also talk about how our backgrounds influenced our advocacy, and our hopes for the future. It was a fun episode to record and we hope you all enjoy it.

Interview with Marissa Sites

In this episode Dr. Drew and Lizette talk to Dr. Jamie Weinand, about transitioning in medical school, expanding transgender medicine, and his joy of publishing his medical research. They also talk about the importance of feeling comfortable with your medical provider, and navigating bias when applying to medical programs/residency.

Interview with Dr. Jamie Weinand

Season 2 is here, and in this episode Drew and Lizette catch up on what they did during the break, and what they have learned during this very difficult pandemic year. They talk about the importance of community building, voting, and what they look forward in the future. They also talk about the importance of the Georgia run off election, and discuss how they felt after Wednesday's awful attack on the Capitol took place.

New Year, Same 2020 Feelings

In the season finale, Drew and Lizette talk about the election, and the Biden Harris win. They also talk about lessons learned over the last four years, and what they plan to do moving forward. Drew and Lizette also talk about how much fun they had recording this first season, and of course why allyship is still so important to them. Enjoy the season one finale and look out for new episodes in the new year.

Episode 26: Drew and Lizette Talk 2020

In this episode, Drew and Lizette chat with Debi Jackson (a nationally recognized advocate for transgender youth and their families) about her advocacy work, and the importance of helping families navigate the challenges that many face in their communities when they are supporting their transgender child . We also talk abt the importance of visibility, and helping families know that they aren't alone. Debi also shares with us the importance of connecting to community, listening/supporting/learning from content created by transgender individuals, and what allyship truly means to her. This was a great conversation about a mother's love, and how families can use that love to help shape more inclusive communities around them.

Episode 25: Interview with Debi Jackson

In this episode, Drew and Lizette talk with Dr. Tracey Kurtzman about how she became an ally, and what led her and Drew to create the transgender pediatric clinic where they currently practice. Affirming and safe medical care is life changing, and necessary. They talk about the simple ways other medical providers can provide affirming care, and why they find this work to be so incredibly fulfilling.

Episode 24: Interview with Dr. Tracey Kurtzman

In this episode, Drew and Lizette chat with immigration lawyer Paula Arno Martinez. Paula shares with us her work as an immigration lawyer, the systemic issues that cause migration, and growing up near the border. This conversation had many insightful moments, laughter, and Paula shared some personal stories that shine light on the importance of listening to learn and allyship. We hope you enjoy this interview as much as we enjoyed recording it.

Episode 23: Interview with Paula Arno Martinez

In this episode, Lizette and Drew talk about the upcoming election, feelings around social media, and the importance of community. It's a wonderful conversation about the importance of taking action, and caring for the people in our lives. Enjoy this episode as we begin to prepare for the end of season one of I Stand by You with Lizette and Drew.

Episode 22: Catching Up with Lizette and Drew

Dr. Drew Cronyn and Lizette Trujillo are local advocates and community members who talk abt the importance of allyship and resources. Listen to stories from people who share why allyship matters to them, and how we can build better communities and be better people.

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