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Torah for Trans Lives

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by Lexi Kohanski

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In the shadow of persecution, a podcast of Jewish and other wisdom for our spiritual survival. Trans thought leader Lexi Kohanski delivers her sermon-style takes on how we can make it through one of the worst outbursts of transphobia the world has ever known. Each episode Lexi serves you a blend of politics, queerness, and spirituality, mysticism and the moment. This is Torah for Trans Lives. Torah for Trans Lives is a Torah Studio podcast, written, produced and performed by Lexi Kohanski. Our volunteer editor is Austin Coulson. Our graphic is “Rivka and Yitzchak” by Rena Yehuda Newman. Our title music is “Lekhabot et haAhavah” by Rabbi Noam Lerman. I’m so glad you’ve listened.

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January 30, 2026

S1E7 - You're Always Afraid (Parshas Beshalach)

When we fight for our freedom, we - like the Israelites - must harness powers beyond our comprehension. There is so much fear in our lives, not just of violence from our oppressors, but of what we might have to do get out from under their thumbs. The Israelites, witnessing the mass death of the Egyptians drowned in the Sea, were afraid too. But finding safety in "facts" gives you no safety at all. Whatever you decide the truth is, it's weirder than that. Clown Joel's top surgery fundraiser - <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-joels-top-surgery-recovery" rel="nofollow">https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-joels-top-surgery-recovery</a> Living a Religious Life as a Transgender Jew: A Halachic Conversation - <a href="https://www.eshelonline.org/event/living-a-religious-life-as-a-transgender-jew-a-halachic-conversation/" rel="nofollow">https://www.eshelonline.org/event/living-a-religious-life-as-a-transgender-jew-a-halachic-conversation/</a> Asking transphobes if they can name 5 professional athletes in women's sports - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTeIrZKDPIS/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/p/DTeIrZKDPIS/</a> Lexi spoke about the same verses from Beshalach in T4TL e02 "Biology and Truth." You can listen to the full Maor vaShemesh she references in that episode - <a href="https://www.thetorahstudio.org/t4tl/episode/9222ad53/s1e2-biology-and-truth" rel="nofollow">https://www.thetorahstudio.org/t4tl/episode/9222ad53/s1e2-biology-and-truth</a> Torah for Trans Lives is a Torah Studio podcast, written, produced and performed by Lexi Kohanski. Our volunteer editor is Lis Cardy. Our graphic is “Rivka and Yitzchak” by Rena Yehuda Newman. Our title music is “Lekhabot et haAhavah” by Rabbi Noam Lerman. The script for this episode, plus notes, citations, and thoughts that didn't make the final cut, are available on the T4Torah Patreon.

January 14, 2026

It's Getting Worse (Parshas Vaera)

Lexi uncovers a different version of a midrash on Vaera that sheds new light on a video she made 3 years ago. It turns out that when God comes out with Her true Name, everything gets worse. As a trans person, Lexi thinks that's all too relatable. Also in this episode: Lexi starts learning Yiddish, and reflects on 4 years of gender transition. Torah for Trans Lives is a Torah Studio podcast, written, produced and performed by Lexi Kohanski. Our volunteer editor is Lis Cardy. Our graphic is “Rivka and Yitzchak” by Rena Yehuda Newman. Our title music is “Lekhabot et haAhavah” by Rabbi Noam Lerman. The script for this episode, plus notes, citations, and thoughts that didn't make the final cut, are available on the T4Torah Patreon. This podcast is powered by <a href="https://pinecast.com" rel="nofollow">Pinecast</a>.

November 3, 2025

S1E5 - Unproductive Desires

This is a very special crossover episode with Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg’s project about truth & transformation, with ancient stories serving as mirrors & lights. You can listen to this piece here on the podcast, and you can read it along with footnotes and gorgeous artwork at <a href="http://lifeisasacredtext.com" rel="nofollow">lifeisasacredtext.com</a>. Darlings, get ready for this reading of Unproductive Desires: On "Crushed Testes," Transition, Jewish Continuity, and Who's Allowed in God's Community. Torah for Trans Lives is a Torah Studio podcast, written, produced and performed by Lexi Kohanski. Our volunteer editor is Lis Cardy. Our graphic is “Rivka and Yitzchak” by Rena Yehuda Newman. Our title music is “Lekhabot et haAhavah” by Rabbi Noam Lerman. The script for this episode, plus notes, citations, and artwork are available on Life is a Sacred Text. This podcast is powered by <a href="https://pinecast.com" rel="nofollow">Pinecast</a>.

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What is Torah for Trans Lives?: In the shadow of persecution, a podcast of Jewish and other wisdom for our spiritual survival. Trans thought leader Lexi Kohanski delivers her sermon-style takes on how we can make it through one of the worst outbursts of transphobia the world has ever known. Each episode Lexi serves you a blend of politics, queerness, and spirituality, mysticism and the moment. This is Torah for Trans Lives.

Torah for Trans Lives is a Torah Studio podcast, written, produced and performed by Lexi Kohanski. Our volunteer editor is Austin Coulson. Our graphic is “Rivka and Yitzchak” by Rena Yehuda Newman. Our title music is “Lekhabot et haAhavah” by Rabbi Noam Lerman. I’m so glad you’ve listened.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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