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The Purple Pawedcast

The Purple Pawedcast

By: Amethysta Herrick Ph.D.
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Welcome to The Purple Pawedcast, where we unpack the complexities of gender, identity, and what it truly means to be human—without the academic jargon (okay, maybe just a little, but only the fun kind). Curated by Amethysta Herrick. Ph.D., this pod is where science, philosophy, and lived experience collide to challenge assumptions and spark new perspectives. Whether you’re here to explore your own identity, stay informed on the latest research, or just enjoy a deep dive into the human experience, we deliver thoughtful, engaging, and refreshingly honest discussions. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations about who we are and how we navigate the world. Dive in, stay curious, and let’s rethink identity together.© 2025 The Purplepaw Clan, LLC Philosophy Science Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Revealing the Masterpiece Within with Bobbi Barrington
    Jul 4 2025

    This week's episode features Bobbi Barrington's ability to reframe the stories she told herself all her life. Bobbi is a keynote speaker, coach, and transgender woman who helps others reveal their own stories and how they can change them for a better life. Bobbi and I discuss topics as far afield as the power each of us has to tell our own story, how authenticity unlocks deep emotional regulation, and the beauty of getting chatted up in a bar.

    REFERENCES:
    Bobbi Barringtons’s Website: https://www.bobbibarrington.com/

    Follow Bobbi on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bobbigirl1/

    Follow Bobbi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobbibarrington/

    Follow Bobbi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbibarrington/

    Follow Bobbi on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BobbiBarrington

    • (00:00) - Opening credits
    • (00:37) - Show opening
    • (01:31) - Introducing Bobbi Barrington
    • (02:29) - Reframing the stories we tell ourselves
    • (06:40) - Unlocking what is already there
    • (13:05) - Buying into other peoples' fears
    • (16:36) - Fearing a fall to find we fly
    • (22:33) - Knowing the extraordinary within
    • (25:31) - Don't give your power to other people
    • (30:28) - Authenticity is the mindset of personal power
    • (37:37) - Recognizing our power brings emotional regulation
    • (40:41) - An emotion unexpressed stays in our bodies
    • (47:12) - So much more to come
    • (51:16) - How to find Bobbi Barrington on the internet
    • (54:25) - The ultimate transgender experience
    • (59:23) - Show closing
    • (01:01:32) - Closing credits
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Magic in Diversity - with Storm Faerywolf
    Jun 27 2025

    Today's episode features the life and magic of Storm Faerywolf. Storm is an author, educator, warlock, and Co-Founder of Modern Witch University. In our discussion, Storm and I take on topics as far afield as the base nature of gender roles, each of our lasting legacies, and our favorite Monty Python movies.

    REFERENCES;
    Storm Faerywolf’s Website: https://faerywolf.com/

    Follow Storm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/faerywolf/

    Follow Storm on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faerywolf/

    Follow Storm on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@faerywolf

    Follow Storm on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/faerywolf.bsky.social

    • (00:00) - Opening credits
    • (00:37) - Show opening
    • (01:30) - Instroducing Storm Faerywolf
    • (02:44) - Preinstalled with Magical OS
    • (07:15) - A sense of wonder keeps magicians young
    • (10:17) - Hate can happen anywhere
    • (13:41) - Queer was always a major component of magic
    • (19:39) - Gender roles are beneath humanity
    • (24:55) - Sexes are not opposite, they're complementary
    • (30:33) - Creating our own Queer Craft
    • (37:45) - And now for something completely different...
    • (40:27) - Be proud you made it this far!
    • (45:38) - You never know whom you touch
    • (52:37) - Storm Faerywolf's Pride
    • (57:14) - The Blue God of Faery Tradition
    • (59:23) - How to find Storm Faerywolf on the internet
    • (01:02:29) - Show closing
    • (01:04:01) - Closing credits
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Just Trying to Live with LouLou
    Jun 20 2025

    Today's episode features the incredible Louise, or LouLou, and what life as a T Elder means. LouLou is just a lass trying to live her life, a transgender advocate, and hostess of 'The T Elders' podcast. We get pretty dang philosophical about topics as diverse as preventing gatekeeping within the transgender community, how gender never stops evolving, and Dickens's lesser-known novel, "Nancy Twist."

    REFERENCES:
    Louise’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Itsloulou43

    Follow Louise on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/itsloulou43.bsky.social

    Follow Louise on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsloulou43

    • (00:00) - Opening credits
    • (00:37) - Show opening
    • (01:31) - Introducing Louise
    • (02:24) - Of course we've always existed!
    • (06:16) - We need to remember the important stories
    • (12:21) - Stick together to avoid gatekeeping in any form
    • (19:54) - Transgender is who you are
    • (26:57) - An innate understanding of our identity
    • (30:23) - Gender is a moving target for life
    • (35:33) - Gender, culture, and romance
    • (40:52) - Improving media representation
    • (47:06) - Legislating the transgender communiity
    • (51:23) - A new day dawns on identity
    • (53:59) - Reflecting LouLou's Pride
    • (56:32) - How to find LouLou43 on the internet
    • (59:33) - Show closing
    • (01:00:53) - Closing credits
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    1 hr and 1 min
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