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What’s really going on with gender—and how does it connect to wider cultural shifts? Psychotherapist Stella O’Malley, researcher Mia Hughes, and psychologist Bret Alderman explore how debates around gender, identity, psychology, and medicine open up bigger questions about culture, society, and mental health. With guests ranging from doctors and therapists to parents and detransitioners, they offer... more

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This conversation was pre-recorded and presented at Genspect's The Bigger Picture Conference, held 27–28 September 2025 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Abigail Shrier and Stella O'Malley discuss how therapy culture has gone wrong for young people—and wh... more

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Marcus Evans
A psychologist and author focusing on gender dysphoria and mental health issues related to gender identity.
Episode: "The Biggest Scandal Since Lobotomies" - Tavistock Whistleblower Marcus Evans
Terry Patterson
Therapist and co-founder of Thoughtful Therapists
Episode: Thoughtful Therapists
Lucy Benny
School counselor and member of Thoughtful Therapists
Episode: Thoughtful Therapists
Eric Kaufmann
Professor of Politics at the University of Buckingham
Macdonald-Laurier Institute
Episode: They LIED for 60 Years - Eric Kaufmann Exposes the Progressive Myth
Dr. Susan Bradley
Founder of the Gender Clinic for Children and Adolescents
Episode: "They're Nearly All Gay or Lesbian"—What This Gender Clinic Founder Learned in 50 Years
Ray Blanchard
Clinical Psychologist who worked in gender identity clinical settings
Episode: The Man Who Named Autogynephilia - Ray Blanchard
Jonni Skinner
Advocate for trans youth and speaker about the consequences of early medicalization.
Episode: “I Was Thirteen When They Put Me on Estrogen” - Jonni Skinner
Gordon Guyatt
Faculty member at McMaster University and father of evidence-based medicine.
McMaster University
Episode: Gordon Guyatt's Confession: What the Father of Evidence-Based Medicine Didn't Read (#36)
Gary Clark
Paleoanthropologist and evolutionary biologist studying human evolution
Episode: Biology Is Right-Wing? This Leftist Scientist Begs to Differ - Gary Clark

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Stella O'Malley
Host of discussions surrounding gender issues, mental health, and cultural commentary. Her background as a psychotherapist informs her approach, fostering open dialogues that prioritize understanding and compassion.
Mia Hughes
Co-host and researcher, contributing insights into gender and identity discussions through a research lens. Her role amplifies academic perspectives in the conversation.
Bret Alderman
Co-host and psychologist who enriches the discussions with clinical insights and expertise, facilitating conversations that bridge personal experiences with psychological frameworks.

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 192 ratings
  • Good until…

    … gah… not Joshua Slocum, his mangling of words, and his seemingly impenetrable, misplaced confidence. And Dr Paul McHugh, completely unlistenable - the rudiments of public speaking are entirely beyond his grasp. But when this podcast is good, it’s very good.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    C_D_
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Fabulous Fox

    Ms Fox is amazing. She is a freedom and liberty fighter. Brilliant woman and podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gnome chopper
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent

    Extremely informative and thorough discussion about the dangers of extreme body modification and fanatical beliefs in the “trans” movement.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gnome chopper
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you

    The clinical goal should be DESISTANCE. Thank you, Stella!

    I just listened to your interview with Dr. Gordon Guyatt; Mia and Stella, you were both so brilliant, poised, strategic, and articulate during this interview—I am so incredibly grateful for your saintly patience and grace under pressure—THANK YOU FROM ALL OF THE DEVASTATED MOTHERS AND FATHERS AND CHILDREN for holding fast to your virtue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cyrila G
    United States3 months ago
  • Eye Opening

    More people need to listen to this to understand what’s going on in with our “medical experts.”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RA989
    United States3 months ago

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"The Biggest Scandal Since Lobotomies" - Tavistock Whistleblower Marcus Evans
Q: How can I explain to her the dangers when the videos she watches show success?
The speaker suggests the importance of openly discussing and acknowledging the concerns with the path of transition, emphasizing that understanding and open dialogue are critical in addressing these situations.
First, Do No Harm: How Bad Therapy Betrayed Vulnerable Youth - Interview with Abigail Shrier
Q: What led you to write Bad Therapy?
Shrier was motivated by her interviews with detransitioners and the recognition of the detrimental role therapists played in their lives.
Evolutionary Psychologist Edward Dutton
Q: Can I ask a question just as you go, if you follow me?
If you are high in mental instability and you are individually oriented, you desire power and influence.
Evolutionary Psychologist Edward Dutton
Q: So, Ed Dutton, you're very welcome to Beyond Gender.
I try to look at what one might call the controversial science, increasingly expunged from our universities.
Thoughtful Therapists
Q: How can people help Thoughtful Therapists?
They can follow us on X, join our Facebook group and donate through our website.

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A critical exploration of gender issues and their intersections with cultural dynamics is central to the discussions featured. The content often emphasizes the complexities of identity, delving into various viewpoints surrounding gender transitions, medical practices, and societal perceptions. Notable episodes engage with experts from diverse backgrounds, such as psychologists, medical professionals, and individuals who have experienced gender transitioning or detransitioning, enabling nuanced conversations on topics like mental health, identity politics, and emotional well-being. The approach is characterized by an effort to navigate these discussions without heavy jargon or ideological bias, appealing to those seeking informed perspective... more

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