Outsports Radio

Stephanie Byers is an out transgender woman who represents her Kansas hometown in the State House of Representatives. She shared her coming out story and her fight for recognition as a Native American with Dawn and Karleigh as well as her ongoing work to protect the rights of trans student-athletes. Stephanie is also a big fan of Star Wars! We chat about the past, present and future of that galaxy far, far away. Follow Rep. Byers online here and on Twitter. If you are considering suicide and age 24 and younger, contact the Trevor Project Lifeline at 1-866-488-7386. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 1-800-273-8255 and is available to people of all ages and identities. Trans Lifeline, for people who are trans, non-binary or gender-nonconforming, can be reached at 877-565-8860. All are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices