Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 01/10/2026Sharing trans kids' stories in their own voices is so important. So in this week's Amplify Respect, I share some wonderful media including a comic written and illustrated by young people and KQED's Love You For You radio series. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/sharing-tran... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 27/09/2026This week I wrote about a question I hear from parents: what to do when your kid's clothes and gender don't seem to "match." I also take a detour through a fascinating bird story! Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/your-look-do... 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 17/09/2026When traveling, I always brace myself for misgendering. But this time, I didn't wear a femme blouse, and I didn't care as much. I also reflect on being inspired by folks fighting for our rights in the upcoming election! Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/im-always-ma... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 12/09/2026I almost didn't walk into the room of trans journalists. And guess what amazing thing happened when I did! Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/belonging-in... 021
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 04/09/2026Ducks are pretty cool. They can walk, run, swim, dive, and fly. But did you know that ducks can be intersex, with the same individual having both female and male traits? Plus, meet our new hand-illustrated duck mascot!! Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/the-wild-sto... 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 26/08/2026So many people feel like an imposter when they try to do something impressive. From a best-selling author to beautiful words by a reader on breaking free of stereotypes, we explore how amazing you (yes, you!) are: www.amplifyrespect.com/anxiety-vs-a... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 11/08/2026As I was hiking yesterday, a comment I overheard on the trail stood out to me. Does strength really depend on age and gender as much as people think? www.amplifyrespect.com/im-a-44-year... 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 30/07/2026Mainstream media frequently uses incorrect words to talk about trans people. Because of this, when I write about trans people, I very often find that even strong allies are confused by the way I describe people's gender. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/stop-asking-... 000
Reposted by Rey Katz (they/them)Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 17/07/2026I love this story from @amplifyrespect.com about bringing joy and connection and affirmation of queer people even to the small towns that we usually just write off or ignore. It's like a non-televised version of HBO's We're Here!amplifyrespect.comJoyful family-friendly Pride in rural TexasMy conversation with Becky Bullard: Talking to kids about being LGBTQ+, sustainable community activism, and family-friendly Pride in a rural Texas town 151
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 16/07/2026I'm really excited to share my conversation with Becky Bullard of Democrasexy with you. Becky recently emceed a family-friendly Pride event in a small town in rural Texas, and it was lovely to hear about what it means to create that supportive environment. www.amplifyrespect.com/joyful-famil... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 22/06/2026I don't hide my identity as a queer, transmasc, non-binary person, but in some spaces I don't center those descriptions and most people assume I'm a straight woman. I've also been thinking a lot about what words are "allowed." www.amplifyrespect.com/society-tell... 020
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 12/06/2026Can the gym be joyful?? I'm delighted to share a story from Mike De Socio of Finocchio, an American sharing lovely experiences living in Italy, about finding queer joy in movement and exercise. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/find-the-joy... 111
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 05/06/2026Queer drama for Pride month - who would have guessed?? One story is everywhere. Patagonia (outdoor equipment company) is suing Pattie Gonia (drag queen climate activist) for trademark infringement. My take on queer trademarks + businesses doing good: www.amplifyrespect.com/does-patagon... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 29/05/2026I trust reporting by trans people on trans people, because I believe them to be more objective. That's my opinion, but it's also backed up by research. I recently wrote about trust in creator journalism for Project C, and share even more resources here: www.amplifyrespect.com/who-do-you-t... 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 22/05/2026I'm so excited to share my conversation about asexuality, aromanticism, and queerness with Beks Roen, theater maker and storypreneur. We talk about ace representation, stage combat helping reduce gender dysphoria, and more. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/asexual-arom... Watch: youtu.be/zqWiFAMzOQA 011
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 22/05/2026I'm excited that I was published in Project C, a wonderful newsletter and community for creator-model journalists. I found out how indie creator journalists cite their sources, hire fact-checkers, and are producing trustworthy, fact-checked content. newsletter.projectc.biz/p/who-do-you... 020
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 15/05/2026"When did you know you were trans?" For some people, "How long have you been trans?" doesn't make much sense. I don't have a "being trans" anniversary. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/when-did-you... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 07/05/2026Bathing naked with strangers is pretty normal in Japan. I enjoy going to our local sentō, but face some challenges as a transmasculine person. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/can-trans-pe... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 04/05/2026Whew! It has been a week. It turns out that ten aikido classes in a little over a week knocked me down a little more than I was expecting. Here's a fun collection of queer joy, inclusivity, and what I've been watching lately: www.amplifyrespect.com/what-ive-bee... 110
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 23/04/2026How do you know if it's a good idea to share your experience publicly or not? It feels vulnerable for me to share personal stories about my body. It's really uncomfortable on some level. This week, I share my thoughts and advice: www.amplifyrespect.com/which-experi... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 12/04/2026I've been working on my speaking voice for years. Today I'm sharing my gender-affirming hormone therapy experience. www.amplifyrespect.com/my-voice-bar... 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 02/04/2026I can feel reassured or frustrated or confused when people don't know I'm trans. This happens way more often to transmasc folks. I share an experience of what trans masc invisibility feels like: Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/what-does-tr... 000
Reposted by Rey Katz (they/them)Auburn Scallon @wsauburn.bsky.social · 27/03/2026What this bullshit looks like in practice, as experienced by the brilliant @reywrites.bsky.social www.huffpost.com/entry/trans-...huffpost.comI Was In The Women's Restroom When A Man Came In And Called Out A Question That Left Me Nauseated"I stopped breathing and my heart skipped. My pants were down around my ankles, and no one else was within earshot." 121
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 01/04/2026I'm going to share today's personal anecdote for my paid subscribers only - thank you so much for funding my work! And if you are not yet a paid subscriber, perhaps today is the day to support an independent trans creator? www.amplifyrespect.com/how-i-feel-a... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 26/03/2026I really appreciated the opportunity to learn a new theory from Justin Paladino about how to slot energy-draining tasks into the day. Learn all about Justin's coaching services and building a magical, inclusive small business: Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/magic-inspir... 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 19/03/2026A friend asked me recently if COVID is still dangerous. I tried to make the case for why I wear a mask in grocery stores, trains, hospitals, etc to avoid getting sick in general. But I have a personal and fact-based reason to avoid COVID as well: Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/trans-people... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 12/03/2026Today's post: Learn from my voice training journey exactly how I became more confident in speaking and writing. I used to struggle so much with internalized judgment about how I sounded, but I had to accept my voice before I could change. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/uplifting-my... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 11/03/2026Tomorrow! I share my voice training journey: exactly how I became more confident in speaking and writing. I used to struggle so much with internalized judgment about how I sounded, but I had to learn to accept my voice before I could change. Subscribe: www.amplifyrespect.com/start/ 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 05/03/2026I'm thrilled to share my conversation with Bridget Thoreson, journalist and creator of MyCareerRiver.com. Bridget and I spoke about resilience, transitions of many kinds, and navigating life and career as LGBTQ+ people. www.amplifyrespect.com/navigate-a-r... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 04/03/2026Tomorrow - I'm thrilled to share my conversation with Bridget Thoreson, journalist and creator of My Career River. Bridget and I spoke about resilience, transitions of many kinds, and navigating life and career as LGBTQ+ people. Subscribe so you won't miss it: www.amplifyrespect.com/start/ 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 26/02/2026People who have been protesting in Minnesota and other US cities in have been exposed to chemicals shown to disrupt the menstrual cycle and possibly affect pregnancy. I dig into adverse reproductive health outcomes as a consequence of exposure to tear gas. www.amplifyrespect.com/tear-gas-aff...amplifyrespect.comTear gas affects reproductive health & menstrual cycleLearn who is affected by chemical agents used by law enforcement 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 12/02/2026You want more queer and trans joy! It feels difficult to seek out and report on queer and trans joy right now. So I thought about what I can share that feels genuine in this moment. Queer joy is everyday joy. Why? www.amplifyrespect.com/queer-joy-is... 030
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 14/01/2026Being an ally, whether you're LGBTQ+ yourself or not, is crucial to respecting and supporting us. Here's how to be a good ally to trans people. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/how-to-be-a-... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 04/01/2026If you are dating someone and you are non-binary, "girlfriend" or "boyfriend" may or may not fit your gender identity. Check out some gender-neutral words for dating and relationships: www.amplifyrespect.com/non-binary-r... 112
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 16/12/2025For the third year in a row, let's dig into my favorite memoir, nonfiction, and novels. Check out some interesting books and perhaps find an excellent holiday gift! Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/my-favorite-... 020
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 12/12/2025An older lesbian asked me recently what 'cis' means, which inspired me to share an explanation of the meaning of cis or cisgender. Cis is not an insult and not a slur, despite being banned on 'X'. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/whats-the-me... 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 09/12/2025Cocona, rapper in the XG pop group from Japan, just came out as transmasculine non-binary. So what do those identities mean, and what are good and bad ways to try to explain people's gender? Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/what-does-tr... 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 09/12/2025Someone just upgraded to a paid subscription for Amplify Respect! Thank you so much for your support, and welcome! Why go paid: www.amplifyrespect.com/why-go-paid/ 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 05/12/2025I'm so pleased to welcome Esther Lemmens, founder and host of the Fifty Shades of Gender podcast, to Amplify Respect today. Multiple people recommended that I should talk to her, and I'm honored by the opportunity to share her insights and expertise. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/you-are-disc... 010
Reposted by Rey Katz (they/them)Assigned Media @assignedmedia.org · 05/12/2025Ever wonder why the New York Times abandoned balance and impartiality to lead an old-fashioned newspaper crusade against trans equal rights? In one of our most read stories for the year, @evanurquhart.bsky.social took readers behind the scenes at NYT. www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...assignedmedia.orgBias at NYT: Trans Former Employee Speaks Out — AssignedBillie Sweeney is a trans journalist who was an editor for the New York Times until last year. Here, she recalls her losing battle for the soul of the paper of record. 419365
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 04/12/2025If you're an entrepreneur or freelancer considering your healthcare options for next year, check out this guide that @lexroman.com and I researched: www.revenuerulebreaker.com/what-us-base... If you want some ideas for how you can spend less money on healthcare next year, check this out!revenuerulebreaker.comWhat US-based entrepreneurs are doing for healthcare in 2026 besides just paying more moneyIf your health insurance is going up next year, here's some alternative paths you could consider as a solopreneur or small business owner 002
Reposted by Rey Katz (they/them)Lex Roman @lexroman.com · 04/12/2025We don’t know what’s happening with healthcare subsidies in the US, but "work harder and pay more" seems like a bad plan. Rey Katz and I pulled together a range of options from individual underwriting to Association Health Plans www.revenuerulebreaker.com/what-us-base... @reywrites.bsky.social 022
Reposted by Rey Katz (they/them)Lex Roman @lexroman.com · 04/12/2025Is your health insurance going up next year? @reywrites.bsky.social and I researched your options and came up with some alternatives to consider and ways to lower your healthcare costs. Now live on Revenue Rulebreaker www.revenuerulebreaker.com/what-us-base...revenuerulebreaker.comWhat US-based entrepreneurs are doing for healthcare in 2026 besides just paying more moneyIf your health insurance is going up next year, here's some alternative paths you could consider as a solopreneur or small business owner 033
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 04/12/2025Frustrated that gender-affirming care isn't covered under your health plan? We share options and resources for trans-inclusive healthcare in the United States. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/affordable-a... 011
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 28/11/2025'Tis the season for ... accidental gay and trans bird representation. It's hilarious to watch people who don't know anything about birds design things. www.amplifyrespect.com/lets-chuckle...amplifyrespect.comLet's chuckle at gay male bird decorationsHave you ever seen a bird?? 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 25/11/2025Real writing about trans experiences is more important than ever. Help us share advocacy and true facts to uplift and inform trans folks and allies. www.amplifyrespect.com/you-support-... 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 20/11/2025Have you noticed this? If someone else misgenders a person, you are more likely to accidentally misgender them too. Let me explain. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/oh-no-mimick... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 18/11/2025Being a supportive trans ally can be difficult, because if you're not trans, you may not realize what is helpful or not helpful. I've collected a number of helpful and not helpful behaviors that I'd like to share with you. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/helpful-not-... 000
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 16/11/2025Love NPR's Tiny Desk Concerts. Fabiola Méndez is incredible! youtu.be/1yJjALda0X4?...youtu.beFabiola Méndez: Tiny Desk ConcertYouTube video by NPR Music 010
Rey Katz (they/them) @amplifyrespect.com · 13/11/2025I am so excited to share my conversation with Kari Ginsburg, coach and author of Hey Glitterbomb! A No-BS Guide to Being Too Much, Taking Up Space, and Loving the Legacy You Create. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/your-best-is...amplifyrespect.comYour best is more than good enoughA conversation with Kari Ginsburg, author of Hey Glitterbomb! A No-BS Guide to Being Too Much, Taking Up Space, and Loving the Legacy You Create 010