Sasha & Stella welcome Glenna Goldis to the show, offering invaluable perspectives into the legal developments in gender medicine. A seasoned attorney with extensive knowledge of gender medicine and consumer fraud, Glenna provides a comprehensive analysis of pivotal legal cases and controversies in the U.S., breaking down complex legal language into accessible insights.
Glenna Goldis is a lefty lesbian lawyer dedicated to uncovering the truth about "gender-affirming care." She believes healthcare providers have misled the public, causing significant harm to their patients—many of whom are gay or neurodivergent—and creating broader societal repercussions. Formerly known online as Unyielding Bicyclist, Glenna now channels her unwavering commitment to justice into investigating what she calls the "gender-affirming care scam," advocating for accountability, and protecting vulnerable communities.
In this episode, Glenna offers her analysis of significant state and federal legal battles, including the Alabama case, a pivotal lawsuit in which the state challenged the credibility of WPATH by demanding internal documents as part of discovery. This bold action exposed emails that revealed WPATH’s flawed methodology in creating and releasing their 'Standards of Care' (SOC 8), including blocked studies, political pressures, and decisions driven by public relations rather than science. Glenna also examines the Skrmetti case, in which Tennessee is being sued over its restrictions on pediatric gender medicine. This case has become the first of its kind to reach the U.S. Supreme Court.
Glenna brings her expertise and unique perspective on:
The evolution of gender medicine, providing a historical overview of legal disputes and developments, most of which she also features in her Substack publication, Bad Facts (proving to be a valuable resource for understanding this complex timeline).
Consumer fraud allegations, examining claims against the American Academy of Pediatrics, drawing on her expertise in this legal domain to clarify their legal and societal significance.
Policy proposals and political impact, reflecting on statements from political leaders, including president-elect Donald Trump, about pediatric gender medicine and Title IX, and their potential effects on real-world policies and practices.
This is a fascinating conversation, outfitting listeners with essential clarity on the legal and societal dimensions of gender-affirming care, offering both a historical overview and practical takeaways for understanding this evolving landscape.
Are you a lawyer passionate about advancing gender-critical perspectives while upholding liberal values like free speech, women’s rights, and access to justice? Whether you're interested in supporting families, advocating for balanced legal standards, or simply seeking a community of like-minded professionals, fill out this survey to join the conversation and explore opportunities to contribute to meaningful legal work in this field (responses are reviewed directly by Glenna Goldis and are in no way accessible to, or affiliated with, Gender: A Wider Lens).
Resources & Links
@unyieldingbicyc on X
Bad Facts on Substack
"The Ban Lawsuits" - News and Legal Analysis (All the posts about litigation over pediatric gender medicine by Unyielding Bicyclist)
Letter to the AAP from the Attorneys General
United States v. Skrmetti (Oral Argument - Audio & Transcript)
President Trump’s Plan to Protect Children from Left-Wing Gender Insanity
Learn More About the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)
Read the House Oversight Committee's Letter to the NIH
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