GraysMatter Podcast
By Justin Grays
GraysMatter PodcastAug 01, 2021
S2E03: A Conversation with Sonni de Soto
Last season, I started to take some time to sit down and talk to fellow POC folx in the geek community about our experiences. Now that we’re in season 2, the discussions continue. Today we have a returning special guest - writer and cosplayer, Sonni de Soto (she/her). You can find Sonni with the following links:
- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sonnidesotoallaccess
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonnidesotostories
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/sonni_de
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonni_de_soto/
- Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sonnidesoto
- Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/sonnidesoto
Content Warning - Mentions or Discussions of:
- COVID-19
- Eyes
- Religion
Spoiler Warning:
- The Good Place
Join the Grays Zone on Discord!
Upcoming works featuring Sonni de Soto:
S2E02: Religion & Monster Fuckers
In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from Religion and Vampires to Transformers and Star Trek.
Hosted By:
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Nat MN (they/them)
Sarah (she/her)
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Dysmorphia
- Religion
- Sex
- Vampires
- Werecreatures
Books/Comics/Series Referenced:
- Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter series (by Laurell K. Hamilton)
- Starfleet: Year One (by Michael Jan Friedman)
- SPY x FAMILY (by Tatsuya Endo)
- Questionable Content (by Jeph Jacques)
Join the Grays Zone on Discord!
For show notes, please visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/7/15/graysmatter-podcast-s2e02
S2E01: This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things
The Season Premiere! In this episode, we discuss what we did over the break and the history of the Post Office, and Justin has a new Discord Server.
Hosted By:
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Nat MN (they/them)
Sarah (she/her)
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Blood Pressure | Medical Issues
- Economy
- Obesity
- Ronald Reagan
- Richard Nixon
- Student Debt
Books Referenced:
- American Gods - Neil Gaiman
For show notes, please visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2022/6/15/graysmatter-podcast-season-2-episode-01
S1E17: It All Comes Back To Anime
The Season Finale! In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from theater to anime to World War II.
This episode is not sponsored.
Hosted By:
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Nat MN (they/them)
Sarah (she/her)
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Chronic Pain (Migraines / Sciatica)
- COVID-19
- H. P. Lovecraft
- Louis C.K.
- Holocaust / Nazis
- Robert A. Heinlein
- Student Debt
For show notes, please visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2022/2/15/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-17
S1E16: Racist Reagan Rants
In this episode, we talk about topics ranging from guns and droughts to language and history.
This episode is not sponsored.
Hosted By:
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Nat MN (they/them)
Sarah (she/her)
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Death
- Guns
- NRA
- Police
- Ronald Reagan
- Second Amendment
For show notes, please visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2022/2/1/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-16
S1E15: A Conversation with Kareem Abdelrahman
As longtime listeners may be aware, the usual format of this podcast is for me and two or three of my co-hosts to talk about society and current events from a perspective other than your stereotypical podcaster - that is, not from a cishet white male. But another thing that I’ve been meaning to do is to sit down and talk to fellow POC folx in the geek community about our experiences.
Our special guest this week is local geek Kareem Abdelrahman.
This episode is not sponsored.
Content Warning - mentions or uses of:
- Confederate Flags
- Horror
- Jim Crow
- Lynchings
- Racial/Ethnic Pejoratives/Epithets
- Racism
- R*pe
For show notes, please visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2022/1/15/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-15
S1E14: A Conversation with Katy Solko
As longtime listeners may be aware, the usual format of this podcast is for me and two or three of my co-hosts to talk about society and current events from a perspective other than your stereotypical podcaster - that is, not from a cishet white male. But another thing that I’ve been meaning to do is to sit down and talk to fellow POC folx in the geek community about our experiences.
Our guest today is an accomplished performer, choreographer, and director with Fandazzi Fire Circus, Katy Solko. You can find Fandazzi Fire Circus here:
- Website: https://www.fandazzifire.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FandazziFire
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/FandazziFireCircus
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/fandazzi
This episode is not sponsored.
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Alcohol / Drugs
- Racism
- Religion / Mormons
- Residential Schools
- Slavery
- Trail of Tears
- Whitewashing
For show notes, please visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2022/1/1/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-14
S1E13: A Conversation with Sonni de Soto - Part 2
Welcome to Part 2 of my conversion with Sonni de Soto. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, I suggest you listen to it first. Sonni and I had a lot to talk about, and this is starting right where we left off.
You can find Sonni with the following links:
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sonnidesotoallaccess
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonnidesotostories
Twitter: https://twitter.com/sonni_de
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonni_de_soto/
This episode is not sponsored.
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Biphobia / Homophobia
- COVID-19 / COVID Harassment
- Holocaust Denial / Texas Schools
- Racism / Colorism / Racist Terms
- Wage Gap / Poverty
For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/12/15/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-13
S1E12: A Conversation with Sonni de Soto - Part 1
So, as longtime listeners may be aware, the usual format of this podcast is for me and two or three of my co-hosts to talk about society and current events from a perspective other than your stereotypical podcaster - that is, not from a cishet white male. But another thing that I’ve been meaning to do is to sit down and talk to fellow POC folx in the geek community about our experiences.
And so with that in mind, today we have a special guest - writer and cosplayer, Sonni de Soto (she/her). You can find Sonni with the following links:
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sonnidesotoallaccess
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonnidesotostories
Twitter: https://twitter.com/sonni_de
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonni_de_soto/
This episode is not sponsored.
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- 9/11 & TSA
- Cultural Appropriation
- Disney
- Immigration & Assimilation
- Imperialism & Colonialism
- Loss of Family Member
- R*pe & Victim Blaming
- Racial Slurs
- Racism & Fetishization
- Religion
- TERFs & J. K. Rowling
For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/12/1/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-12
S1E11: Foxtrot One Two
In this episode, we are picking up from where we left off last week about policing.
This episode is not sponsored.
Hosted By:
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Nat MN (they/them)
Sarah (she/her)
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Burglary
- Edina
- Military
- Penal System
- Police
- Pregnancy | C-Section
- Slavery
- Student Debt
- Violence
- War
Resources that Sarah gives:
For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/11/15/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-11
S1E10: Would You Like To Know More?
In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from city councils and the military to The Muppets and Animaniacs.
This episode is not sponsored.
Hosted By:
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Nat MN (they/them)
Sarah (she/her)
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Alcohol
- Anti-maskers
- Death
- Medical Appointments
- Medical Procedures
- Mental Illness
- Military
- Police
- Psychological Abuse
- Racism
- Slavery
- Starship Troopers
Spoiler Warning: Disney’s Gargoyles
Please vote Yes For Minneapolis on Tuesday, November 02, 2021!For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/11/01/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-10
S1E09: ACAB
In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from police at PRIDE to the near-future and Star Trek.
This episode is not sponsored.
Hosted By:
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Nat MN (they/them)
Sarah (she/her)
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Bob Kroll
- Jason Van Dyke
- Justine Damond
- Mohamed Noor
- Police | Police Shootings
- Slave Patrols
PLEASE VOTE YES FOR MINNEAPOLIS ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 02, 2021!
For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/10/15/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-09
S1E08: It Wasn't About Religion
In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from politics to PRIDE.
This episode is not sponsored.
Hosted By:
FaeBun
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Sarah (she/her)
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Autoimmune Disorders
- Police
- Sexual Assault
- Transphobia
For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/10/1/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-08
S1E07: The Simpsons Did It
In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from White Liberalism and Oregon to The Simpsons and Avatar: The Last Airbender.
This episode is not sponsored.
Hosted By:
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Nat MN (they/them)
Sarah (she/her)
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Animal Injuries
- Blood
- Collapsed Lung
- Medical Neglect
- Medical Racism
- Medical Sexism
- Nazis/NeoNazis
- Racism/Racial Slurs
For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/9/15/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-07
S1E06: The Long One
In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from politics and lateral reading to science fiction and polyamory.
This episode is not sponsored.
Hosted By:
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Nat MN (they/them)
Noel (they/them)
Sarah (she/her)
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- The Bible
- COVID-19
- Death
- Guns/Gun Violence
- Joss Whedon
- Mass Shooting
- Masturbation
- Military/National Guard
- Murder
- Nazis/Neonazis
- Odinists
- Police
- Porn
- Religion
- Richard Spencer
- Seth MacFarlane
- Sex
- Suicide
- Violence
- Zack Snyder
For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/9/1/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-06
S1E05: The Long Con
In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from conventions and politics to COVID-19 and memes.
This episode is not sponsored. We are not medical providers, and nothing we say should be construed as medical advice.
Hosted By:
FaeBun (she/her)
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Michelle Chmura (she/her) - https://twitter.com/avocadabro & https://residentialrobot.tumblr.com/
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- Aging
- COVID-19
- Death
- Fibromyalgia
- Military
- Physical Therapy
- Richard Dawkins
- Weight & Weight Loss
For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/8/15/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-05
S1E04: Cracked Ciphers & Emotional Intelligences
In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from COVID-19 & Recreational DNA Testing to Education & Multiple Intelligences.
This episode is not sponsored. We are not medical providers, and nothing we say should be construed as medical advice.
Hosted By:
- FaeBun (she/her)
- Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
- Michelle Chmura (she/her) - https://twitter.com/avocadabro & https://residentialrobot.tumblr.com/
Content Warning - Mentions of:
- COVID-19
- Medical Procedures
- Murder
- Serial Killers
- Ted Cruz
For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/8/1/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-04
S1E03: I Enthusiastically Consent To Guaranteed Annual Income
In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from chronic pain and wage theft to gender reveal parties and height.
This episode is not sponsored. We are not medical providers, and nothing we say should be construed as medical advice.
Hosted By:
Erin (she/her)
Jen (she/her) - https://twitter.com/Jenathi
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Content Warning - mentions of:
- Alcohol
- Chronic Pain
- Coercion
- Collapsed Lung
- COVID-19
- “Deep State”
- Drugs
- Intoxication
- Medication
- Mental Health
- R*pe
- Sex
- Suicide Attempt
For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/7/14/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-03
S1E02: Picard is Aluminum Recycling, JJTrek is Plastic Recycling
In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from Star Trek to recycling.
This episode is not sponsored.
HOSTED BY:Erin (she/her)
Jen (she/her) - https://twitter.com/Jenathi
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Mentions of Incest.
SPOILER WARNING:Star Trek: Picard
The Dragon Prince
For show notes, visit: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/6/30/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-02
S1E01: Dream Jobs and Other Bullshit
Episode 01: Dream Jobs and Other Bullshit
In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from capitalism & Star Trek, to cats & bunnies, to healthcare & stigma. View the show notes here: https://www.justingrays.org/my-blog/2021/6/15/graysmatter-podcast-season-1-episode-01
This episode is not sponsored. We are not medical providers, and nothing we say should be construed as medical advice.
Hosted By:
FaeBun (she/her)
Jen (she/her) - https://twitter.com/Jenathi
Justin (xe/xem) - https://www.justingrays.org/
Content Warning - Mentions Of:
COVID-19
Armed Security
Broken Elevators
Workplace Injuries
Weight Stigma in the Medical Community
Reproductive Organs
Medical Conditions
Death
Joss Whedon
Seth MacFarlane
Executives Abusing Power
Game of Thrones
13 Reasons Why
#notsponsored
#notmedicaladvice
#notaphysician