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Ira Feinstein’s Unique Patient Journey as a Trans Man

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When Writer Ira Feinstein was diagnosed with the BRCA1 breast cancer gene at just 20 years old, he was determined to learn everything he could about genetic research. Nearly a decade later, a landmark study led Ira to get a mastectomy and hysterectomy. During this podcast, Ira describes his unique patient journey, elaborating on the pitfalls of navigating the medical system as a trans man.

Transcript of interview is included.

Running time: 17:00

Cancer Culture

Welcome to Breast Cancer Is Boring, a podcast about two women experiencing breast cancer. Each episode, hosts Joselyn and Lauren break down the highs and horrors of living with a breast cancer diagnosis. Unlike our boobs, the talk is 100% all natural realness. Whether you have cancer or someone you know has cancer or you’re just cancer curious, we’re glad you’re here.  Because breast cancer is boring, but we (and you) are interesting.

Ira Feinstein, author and quality human person, joins us to talk about living with a BRCA gene mutation and how existing outside of established cancer culture norms can leave you feeling cut off. It’s a good one, folks.

Running time: 1:04:46

Interview starts at 7:00

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Ira’s Story: Living as a Trans Man with a BRCA1 Mutation

Listen to the podcast to hear Ira talk about:

• living with a BRCA1 mutation, both as a woman and a trans man
• the decision to have preventive surgery
• his experiences as a trans man dealing with the medical community
• his advice for other people dealing with a genetic mutation
• Cut Off, his first book

Link includes full written transcript

Running time: 28:16

Transpositive PDX – Interview with Ira Feinstein

Transpositive PDX explores the vibrant activism going on in Portland reflecting the Transgender, Two Spirit, Non Binary and Gender Non-Conforming Community.  Through the strength of our vibrant and diverse Trans and Gender Queer communities.

Transpositive PDX connects listeners with the ongoing activist, arts, culture, and dialogue happening in Portland and beyond.  Transpositive PDX is especially concerned about the underrepresented voices of Trans People of Color, Homeless Youth, and the most vulnerable in our communities.  Make your voice heard!

Transpositive PDX is open to new and experienced programmers, guests and events you want our community to know about. For more information contact Emma at transpositivepdx@gmail.com

Episode 7 – Kiss and Tell

In this episode author Ira Feinstein and host Rachel Foss, Illustrator and Podcaster, argue about Red Vines, discuss why consent is good and Paul Thomas Anderson is bad, and reminiscence about how terribly uncomfortable it is to be a teenager.  Don’t sit on any cold benches!  

Running time: 81:04

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