THE PODCAST

Who makes Gender Reveal?

Most episodes are produced and edited by our host, Tuck Woodstock, and our senior producer, Ozzy Llinas Goodman. Sometimes, we’re able to bring in other trans audio makers to help with particular episodes.

I’ve never listened to the podcast before. Where should I start?

We’ve created several “starter packs” to help you find great episodes related to your specific interests. If that sounds like too much work, we recommend starting with the newest episodes and working your way backwards, rather than starting from season one. 

How do you find and choose your guests?

We meet our guests through a combination of friends, social media, listener suggestions, PR emails, grant applications, and existing as trans people in the world. Our guests are typically people who engage with gender and transness as part of their daily work, such as activists, authors, artists, academics and actors. 

We book our guests very strategically to make sure that the majority are Black, Indigenous, Latinx and/or people of color, and to ensure that we include trans women, trans men, and nonbinary people of various backgrounds. 

I’m trans! Can I be a guest on your podcast?

Maybe! We typically plan our guest list several months in advance, but sometimes we have a last-minute opening. (And if not, we can always add you to our waitlist.) Feel free to reach out with a short explanation of the work that you do and how it relates to gender.

Can I be a guest on your podcast? I’m not trans but I am queer / work with trans people / am related to a trans person / wrote something about trans people. 

no ❤️

But didn’t you interview cis people in the past?

yes, but they were very special cis people handpicked by our team. Also, several of them were obviously trans at the time.

How can I support the podcast?

Thanks for asking! It would be super helpful if you spread the word about how cool and good our show is, lol. You can also support us financially via Patreon, Venmo, Cash App or PayPal.

Can I buy an ad on your podcast?

Sure! Trans individuals can use our Theymail form to book a tiny sliding-scale ad for their creative projects, fundraisers, self-employment hustles, etc. Larger businesses (a.k.a. anything with 2+ full-time workers) can contact us to purchase ads. We reserve the right to decline any advertising offers. 

I have a question for an upcoming advice episode. Where should I send it?

Please submit your question via this form. You’ll have the option to stay anonymous.

How do I spell/stylize Gender Reveal?

It’s just “Gender Reveal” :) Our social media handle is @gendereveal because “genderreveal” was already taken by the Gender Reveal Industrial Complex. 

I have a question about the show. Where should I send it?

If your question isn’t answered by this FAQ page, you can reach us via our contact page.

GENDER CONCEAL / PATREON

What is Gender Conceal? How is it different than Gender Reveal?

Gender Conceal is our monthly bonus podcast for patrons. In other words, if you give us $5 on Patreon, you have instant access to our entire back catalog of Gender Conceal episodes!

How do I add Gender Conceal to my podcast app of choice?

Once you join us on Patreon, follow these instructions to access Gender Conceal wherever you listen to Gender Reveal.

What if I want to listen to a specific Gender Conceal episode but cannot afford $5?

That’s totally understandable! Just send us an email and we’ll send you the file.

I joined your Patreon but I haven’t received my physical rewards yet! Why is this?

Thank you for supporting us! It sometimes takes us a few months to catch up on fulfilling physical Patreon rewards. Rest assured that, even if you cancel your Patreon subscription before we get your rewards sent out, we will send you whatever we owe you. (Note: there is a 3-month minimum on $40+ rewards.) 

TRANSCRIPTS

Where can I find transcripts of Gender Reveal?

Click the “EPISODES” tab and scroll down a bit.

Where can I find transcripts of Gender Conceal?

Click here and enter the password! (If you’re a patron who does not have the password, contact us and we’ll whisper it to you.)

Do you still need help transcribing episodes?

We’d love for you to join our team of transcriptionists! We run all transcription assignments through the #transcription-team channel of our Slack, so join us there to get started.

Are transcriptionists paid?

Yes, transcriptionists can invoice us for $1.50 per minute of audio (occasionally more for tricky projects).

GRANT & MUTUAL AID

When is your next grant cycle?

Grant applications typically open in October, with winners announced by December 31. 

Who is eligible for a Gender Reveal grant?

Our grant program is open to trans and two-spirit people whose work supports marginalized communities and/or fosters exploration and celebration of gender diversity. Most of our grant cycles are open exclusively to applicants who are Black, Indigenous and/or people of color.

How do you choose the grant winners?

Winners are chosen by a team of anywhere from 3-11 trans judges. Since 2020, all judges have been offered compensation for their time, and all are Black, Indigenous, or people of color. We do not have a set grading system for applicants; judges are encouraged to make selections based on whatever criteria feels appropriate to them. You can view our past grant winners here.

Is your mutual aid fund open right now?

Our mutual aid fund unfortunately only opens for day or two every year, typically around Trans Day of Visibility (March 31). We are always accepting donations for the next round of payments. 

Who is eligible for Gender Reveal mutual aid funds?

Every round of mutual aid has a slightly different pool of eligible applicants. Keep an eye out for our next round to see who qualifies.

How do you fund the grant and mutual aid programs?

We donate roughly 10% of our Patreon income to the grant program. Occasionally, an artist chooses to donate some or all of their merch proceeds to the grant as well. The rest of the grant and mutual aid expenses are funded through individual donations and online fundraising.

Do you know of other grants or mutual aid programs that I can apply to?

There are a few listed here (in the financial section).

I have some money to donate to someone in need. What should I do with it?

Wonderful question! We’d be happy to help you distribute any extra funds to trans people in acute need. Simply reach out to us via our contact form (or, if you feel comfortable, send us the funds directly with a note in the memo line).

MERCH

Where can I find your merch store?

Our store is located at bit.ly/gendermerch.

Why is your merch store empty? Is the store broken?

In the past, the answer to this question has been like “No, it’s not broken, we just need to update it!” but honestly?? At this point?? Yes, Teespring is so broken that we can no longer use it for our merch store. Will we move to a different merch provider? Maybe someday! In the meantime, unfortunately, we are not able to offer any t-shirts or other merch. :(((

TUCK & COMMUNITY

Does Gender Reveal still have a Slack community group?

Yes! The link keeps breaking lol so just email/DM Tuck and they’ll send you a new one.

Can I send Tuck &/or Ozzy something in the mail?

Sure! Our mailing address is PO Box 50297, Brooklyn, NY, 11205.

Can I hire Tuck to talk to my company/organization about gender?

Absolutely! Tuck offers workshops and consults through Sylveon. 

Can I interview Tuck for my podcast / article / etc?

Most likely! The best way to contact Tuck is through this contact form.

I also have a podcast!! Do you want to promo swap?

Maybe! Hit us up and we’ll figure something out. 

Am I trans?

idk but probably!