SHE/HER/THEY with KITTENS

KITTENS sits down with JORDAN GONZALEZ from HBO's Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin to discuss representation on screen for trans men & trans masc individuals, JORDAN'S revolutionary role as ASH from PLL, and how coming out a queer or trans person can empower chasing your career dreams.

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Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

0:00 Intro

2:51 Pronouns, Identity, Career 

4:07 Coming Out & Growing Up Experience

6:37 Booking Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin

9:42 Trans Masc Representation in Media

10:21 Trusting Yourself & The Universe 

12:40 Correlation Between Identity & Career Purpose

14:56 How to Deal with Rejection 

18:20 Lack of Community Support in the Entertainment Industry 

20:30 Trans & Lesbian Representation in PLL

23:45 Normalization vs Tokenism in Queer Media 

27:47 Season 2 of PLL Teaser

28:17 Life Before Acting 

30:24 Finding Peace Within Yourself

32:17 Shift in Generations & Society

33:18 How to Silence Negative Self-Talk 

35:53 Jordan’s Creative Inspirations

37:23 Jordan’s Dream Creation Zone 

38:40 Secret Hobbies 

39:32 Final Thoughts and Advice 

40:36 She/Her/They Discord 

41:15 Outro

#lgbt #laurenabedini #djkittens #prettylittleliars #jordangonzalez #trans #queer #feminist

G FLIP sits down with KITTENS to discuss their goals as a nonbinary artist, their relationship with Chrishell Straus from Selling Sunset, the difficulties of being thrust into the mainstream (and largely Cis-Hetero) spotlight, and managing work/life balance as an artist.

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Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

0:00 - Intro

1:15 - G Flip Intro

1:53 - Pronouns/Career/Background

2:16 - Hand Injury

4:48 - Playing with an Injury

6:20 - Waste of Space & Gender Identity

9:34 - Importance of Non-Binary Representation

11:53 - Diverse Team and Influence on Projects

14:15 - Importance of Queer Staff on Set

15:03 - Lauren Sanderson & GAY 4 ME

21:20 - Chrishell Relationship & Dealing with Negativity

29:11 - Overcoming Obstacles & Healthy Living

32:10 - Tools for Self-Care

34:05 - Career Goals

35:43 - Personal Goals

38:03 - Legacy & Non-Binary Education

39:13 - New Music & Touring

40:44 - Tour with FLETCHER

42:13 - Dream Creation Zone

47:21 - Final Thoughts

ZOLITA sits down for an interview with KITTENS to share how she got into music, filmmaking, the 'lesbian gaze' used in her music videos, and using media to heal.

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-ZOLITA  @zolita

Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

0:00 - Intro

1:49 - Zolita Intro

2:19 - Pronouns, Sexuality, Career 

2:40 - Start in Filmmaking 

4:37 - Music Career & Bluegrass Background 

5:46 - First Official Music Video & Recognition 

6:48 - Tapping into the Lesbian Gaze

8:28 -  Creating Queer Art 

10:57 - Queer TikTok Algorithm 

11:43 - Media Then VS Now 

12:54 - Queer Representation on TikTok

14:54 - Early Queer Influences in Media 

15:39 - Love for Hansen 

16:29 - New Projects & Shooting Music Videos 

19:40 - California Coast Road Trip 

21:46 - Growing Up & Navigating Sexuality 

24:09 - Zolita’s Parents 

24:42 - Upcoming Shows & Dinah Shore

27:33 - Adjusting to Healthy Relationships 

31:44 - How to Stay Grounded & Coping with Pressure 

36:19 - Going Back to Your Roots 

38:47 - Zolita’s Dream Creation Zone 

39:41 - Kittens’ Dream Creation Zone 

41:15 - Dream Home & Denmark 

41:55 - Advice & Final Thoughts 

43:00 - Outro

REZZ sits down with KITTENS to open up about her private struggle with anxiety, sleep deprivation, finding healthy love, and advice for aspiring music producers.  

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Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

LAUREN SANDERSON sits down with KITTENS to talk about her self growth journey, upcoming album, and tips on how to overcome insecurities.  This episode is sponsored by PUMA #shemovesus. Puma is also supporting the LA LGBT Youth Center on behalf of SHE/HER/THEY by supplying the kids in their care with new shoes to start out 2022!

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Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

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HOST

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

GUEST

Lauren Sanderson

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

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KEHLANI sits down with KITTENS to talk about their identity journey and coming to terms with being a lesbian, as well as how she's found peace as a human and artist in the public eye.

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Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

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HOST

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

GUEST

KEHLANI

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

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Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

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Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

KITTENS answers all your questions about:

-The whole SHE/HER/THEY process for season 1 and what's to come for the future. 

-How I came out and deal with conservative Persian (Iranian) culture with my identity. 

-Advice on being friends with your exes and coming out to conservative people. (Personal Questions start at 13:30)

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Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

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ZILO sits down to chat with KITTENS about music, how she's stayed true to herself creatively despite industry pressures, and how to master self discipline for self growth.

Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

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HOST

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

GUEST

ZILO

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

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Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

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King Kitty LLC

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

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Grammy nominated singer/songwriter/actress ASIAHN sits down with KITTENS to discuss healing through music, challenges she's faced in life and the music industry as a Black femme lesbian, body image, and how important diverse representation in media is for the youth.

Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

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Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

GUEST

ASIAHN

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Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

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DONNA MISSAL sits down with KITTENS to talk about the evolution of language, how the expansion of terminology has helped people explore and explain their identities, how home schooling as a child with a supportive family gave her freedom to explore her identity without social pressures, and…cats.

Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

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Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

GUEST

DONNA MISSAL

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Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

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LAUREN JAUREGUI sits down with KITTENS to talk about her journey in understanding her sexuality, internalized homophobia that she's experienced personally as well as in others, and being compassionate with yourself.

Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

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Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

GUEST

LAUREN JAUREGUI

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Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

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SYD sits down with KITTENS to talk about where she gets her musical inspiration, giving yourself the freedom to explore your identity and interests, and how she came to terms with who she is as a queer woman and musician.

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Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

HOST

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

GUEST

Syd Bennet

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

MAIN TITLE THEME BY

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

PRODUCED BY

King Kitty LLC

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

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HAYLEY KIYOKO (aka Lesbian Jesus herself) sits down with KITTENS to talk about the decision to come out as an artist, the importance of queer representation in music, first crushes, and silencing negative self talk.

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Since language around gender/sexuality/identity is limited, nuanced, and ever evolving, some of the terms used here may become outdated. Please know our intention in this space is to be inclusive and validating of all marginalized identities. KITTENS is committed to learning the most appropriate terminology along with her guests, but just incase anyone gets it wrong...we apologize in advance and promise to do our best to stay on top if it. xo

HOST

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

GUEST

Hayley Kiyoko

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

MAIN TITLE THEME BY 

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

PRODUCED BY

King Kitty LLC

Lauren "KITTENS" Abedini

Subscribe to SHE/HER/THEY with KITTENS here: https://www.sheherthey.me

New Episodes every Friday at 11am PST on Youtube and all podcast platforms.

DEMI LOVATO sits down with KITTENS to talk about the fluidity of sexuality, Demi’s own exploration with queer identity, the difference in her creative process before/after coming out, and first queer crushes/experiences. As someone who's no stranger to navigating scrutiny in a social media run world, Demi shares how she manages her mental health when not everyone has something nice to say. The constant battle to maintain your authenticity and not rely on external validation is a major challenge in this day and age but Demi and KITTENS offer some helpful tools to keep yourself rooted. 

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Join DJ, Producer, and Intersectional Feminist Advocate KITTENS (aka Lauren Abedini) for SHE/HER/THEY. A new show delving into conversations around gender, creativity, business, love, and how to transcend identity expectations when you don't quite fit the mold society tried to shove you in. Featuring guests from LGBTQ+ icons and allies, to trailblazing artists and entrepreneurs from the most resilient communities. SHE/HER/THEY is here to empower, amplify, and enlighten.