Book · 2020 · Sociology
Trans and Autistic
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I wrote a book on trans and autistic folks. It's sort of a series of interviews with folks. Um, and you know, I mean, I just asked them like about their lives.
Why people recommend it
Trans and Autistic by Noah Adams and Bridget Liang is a compilation of personal narratives and interviews centering the lived experiences of individuals who navigate both transgender identities and autism. Co-author Noah Adams appeared as a guest on Behind the Bastards to discuss the book, explaining to host Garrison Davis that the project emerged from interview research conducted during his academic pursuits. Adams shared that he simply asked participants about their daily lives, self-discovery journeys, coming out processes, and complex dynamics with family members. Throughout the conversation, Adams reflected on how these personal accounts reveal recurring patterns, noting that societal misunderstandings often create unnecessary barriers for individuals trying to access appropriate transgender healthcare and support. Garrison Davis praised the work during the episode, encouraging listeners to pick up a copy to immerse themselves in the diverse collection of real stories. The discussion underscored the importance of listening to marginalized voices and highlighted how the book serves as both a validating community resource and an insightful exploration of the intersection between neurodivergence and gender identity.
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Garrison Davis Hopefully, if anyone was interested in what we were talking about, um please check out Noah's book. um to j… 2
“And I know in your book you mentioned stuff around like self-discovery and coming out and issues with family. Um what kind of what kind of things have you heard heard about that”
“Hopefully, if anyone was interested in what we were talking about, um please check out Noah's book. um to just read a whole bunch of stories from from from people”
Noah Adams I wrote a book on trans and autistic folks. It's sort of a series of interviews with folks. Um, and you kno… 2
“I wrote a book on trans and autistic folks. It's sort of a series of interviews with folks. Um, and you know, I mean, I just asked them like about their lives”
“I see I see this I saw this in the book with the interviews I did and I I see it in so many other places and especially conversation with folks is that, you know, the problem seems to be”
Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
“Um trans and autistic stories from uh stories from life at the intersection by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Um it was out in 2020 I think. People can find it on Amazon or wherever you buy books.”