This week, Gillian and Jenny discuss a number of listener questions including the Tory leadership race, anti-trans sentiment, and the Labour Party's stance on trans rights. They also discuss a question about evolving friendships and attending a college reunion.

They also discuss the increasing use of the term "transgender" as a slur and its implications in American politics. They note that anti-trans sentiment has become a rallying point, with some people accusing others of being transgender as a form of insult. They also touched on the politics behind the deconstruction of language and the use of slurs.

They discuss the changes in their friendships after Jenny's transition. Jenny noted that her post-transition friendships with women were different from her pre-transition friendships. They agreed that people need time to adjust to changes in others. Jenny shared how her close friend was initially shocked but their friendship deepened after Jenny's transition. Both agreed that losing friendships with those who don't accept change opens doors to new connections.

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