Attacks on transgender individuals in our country have been rampant in recent years due to change in our political systems and environments. The issue has stemmed from debates over controversial policies related to transgender individuals in classrooms, bathrooms and sports teams. Not everyone sees eye-to-eye on this topic, including Dr. sj Miller, a Santa Fe-based educator, activist and now author.  

sj joins the latest episode of “Conversations Different” to discuss with host Inez Russell Gomez the various challenges that educators are facing in navigating anti-transgender laws implemented by various states. sj also discusses what impact new laws are having in schools and on children. 

A new book by sj, We Refuse to Disappear: Resistance Amid Anti-Trans Education Policy, examines some those laws and provides a helpful roadmap for conversations around gender identity.  

Throughout the episode, Inez and sj delve into the book’s themes and what readers can expect when it launches this year ahead of the midterm elections.  

For more information, visit https://sjmiller.info/ 

Attacks on transgender individuals in our country have been rampant in recent years due to change in our political systems and environments. The issue has stemmed from debates over controversial policies related to transgender individuals in classrooms, bathrooms and sports teams. Not everyone sees eye-to-eye on this topic, including Dr. sj Miller, a Santa Fe-based educator, activist and now author.&nbsp;&nbsp;
sj joins the latest episode of &ldquo;Conversations Different&rdquo; to discuss with host Inez Russell Gomez the various challenges that educators are facing in navigating anti-transgender laws implemented by various states. sj also discusses what impact new laws are having in schools and on children.&nbsp;
A new book&nbsp;by&nbsp;sj,&nbsp;We Refuse to Disappear: Resistance Amid Anti-Trans Education Policy, examines&nbsp;some&nbsp;those&nbsp;laws&nbsp;and provides&nbsp;a&nbsp;helpful&nbsp;roadmap&nbsp;for&nbsp;conversations&nbsp;around&nbsp;gender identity.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Throughout the&nbsp;episode,&nbsp;Inez and&nbsp;sj&nbsp;delve into&nbsp;the&nbsp;book&rsquo;s themes&nbsp;and what readers can&nbsp;expect&nbsp;when it launches this year ahead of the midterm elections.&nbsp;&nbsp;
For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://sjmiller.info/">https://sjmiller.info/</a>&nbsp;

Conversations Different is presented by the Santa Fe New Mexican and features host Inez Russell Gomez in provocative talks with local and regional personalities shaping the landscape of Northern New Mexico.

Inez Russell Gomez is Opinion Page Editor at the Santa Fe New Mexican with decades of experience writing and editing the news in America's oldest capital city.

Conversations Different is presented by the Santa Fe New Mexican and features host Inez Russell Gomez in provocative talks with local and regional personalities shaping the landscape of Northern New Mexico.
Inez Russell Gomez is Opinion Page Editor at the Santa Fe New Mexican with decades of experience writing and editing the news in America's oldest capital city.

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sj Miller discusses new book on navigating anti-transgender laws in education

On the latest podcast episode of “Conversations Different,” host Inez Russell Gomez interviews Santa Fe author and historian Garrett Peck about an upcoming book he is getting ready to launch March 10. 

The book, titled The Bright Edges of the World: Willa Cather and her Archbishop, chronicles parts of writer Willa Cather’s story, particularly how she gained inspiration from her travels to the Southwest.  

According to Peck, his book explores Cather’s articles, interviews, postcards and letters to help capture her thoughts about her trips and how they led her to produce three novels, with some gaining strong popularity. While reading a chapter of Death Comes for the Archbishop, one of those novels, Peck said the vision and name for his book started to take shape.  

To close out the episode, Peck shares information about where to find his book and previews local signing events where he will delve into his creative process. Visit garrettpeck.com

On the latest&nbsp;podcast&nbsp;episode of &ldquo;Conversations Different,&rdquo; host Inez Russell Gomez interviews Santa Fe author&nbsp;and historian&nbsp;Garrett Peck about&nbsp;an upcoming&nbsp;book he is getting ready to launch&nbsp;March&nbsp;10.&nbsp;
The book, titled&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unmpress.com/9780826369253/the-bright-edges-of-the-world/">The&nbsp;Bright Edges&nbsp;of the World: Willa Cather and her&nbsp;Archbishop</a>, chronicles parts of writer Willa Cather&rsquo;s story, particularly how she gained inspiration from her travels to the Southwest.&nbsp;&nbsp;
According to Peck, his book explores&nbsp;Cather&rsquo;s&nbsp;articles,&nbsp;interviews,&nbsp;postcards&nbsp;and letters to help capture&nbsp;her&nbsp;thoughts&nbsp;about&nbsp;her trips and how they&nbsp;led her to&nbsp;produce&nbsp;three&nbsp;novels,&nbsp;with some gaining strong popularity.&nbsp;While reading&nbsp;a&nbsp;chapter of&nbsp;Death Comes for the Archbishop, one of those novels, Peck said the vision and name for his book started to take shape.&nbsp;&nbsp;
To close out the episode, Peck shares information about where to find his book and previews local signing events where he will delve into his creative process. Visit <a href="https://www.garrettpeck.com/">garrettpeck.com</a>

Author Garrett Peck previews new book about Willa Cather and what inspired her writing

Tired of the dating apps and relationships that lead to nowhere? You’re not alone. A popular social networking group in Santa Fe is ditching the online sphere for an in-person one-of-a-kind experience meant to bring people of all ages together for connection, dates and even friendship.   

On the latest podcast episode of “Conversations Different,” host Inez Russell Gomez speaks with Local Singles founder Margaret “Maggie” Lambe about her inspiration for starting the singles group and how it has led to a positive impact on the greater community. The group’s founding has revived a spark in people’s need for socialization outside of their daily lives, Lambe says.  

Throughout the episode, Inez and Maggie discuss what it’s like to attend one of the group’s many social events that take place throughout the year and also reflect on the importance of social connection for your health and well-being.  

To close out the episode, Lambe shares information about her website, a hub to find out when her social events will be happening as well as a place to find other curated services to help in your love journey. The website is localsingles.me  

Tired of the dating apps and relationships that lead to nowhere? You&rsquo;re not alone. A popular social networking group in Santa Fe is ditching the online sphere for an in-person one-of-a-kind experience meant to bring people of all ages together for connection, dates and even friendship.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
On the latest podcast episode of &ldquo;Conversations Different,&rdquo; host Inez Russell Gomez speaks with Local Singles founder Margaret &ldquo;Maggie&rdquo; Lambe about her inspiration for starting the singles group and how it has led to a positive impact on the greater community. The group&rsquo;s founding has revived a spark in people&rsquo;s need for socialization outside of their daily lives, Lambe says.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Throughout the episode, Inez and Maggie discuss what it&rsquo;s like to attend one of the group&rsquo;s many social events that take place throughout the year and also reflect on the importance of social connection for your health and well-being.&nbsp;&nbsp;
To close out the episode, Lambe shares&nbsp;information&nbsp;about her&nbsp;website,&nbsp;a&nbsp;hub&nbsp;to find&nbsp;out&nbsp;when her&nbsp;social events will be&nbsp;happening&nbsp;as well as&nbsp;a place&nbsp;to find&nbsp;other curated&nbsp;services to help in your love journey.&nbsp;The website is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.localsingles.me/">localsingles.me</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Maggie Lambe’s ‘Local Singles’ group in Santa Fe is helping people find love and friendship 

Vaccination guidance for children at the federal level is changing under new directives from U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and with it comes much confusion about the number of vaccines now being recommended for kids as well as which ones will still be easily accessible.  

In New Mexico, the state Department of Health recently made clear that it intends to follow the vaccine schedule provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics despite the new federal recommendations under Kennedy.  

On the latest podcast episode of “Conversations Different,” host Inez Russell Gomez speaks with state health department officials Dr. Miranda Durham, chief medical officer, and Andrea Romero, manager of the immunization program, about New Mexico’s decision to maintain a full robust vaccination schedule for children.  

Durham and Romero discuss what they want the public to know about access to vaccines in our state, clarify any skepticism that parents may have about effectiveness and talk about available resources to make the right health decisions for your family.  

One of the resources Durham and Romero note in this episode is the NMDOH helpline where health professionals are available to answer your medical questions. The number is 1-833-796-8773

Vaccination guidance for children at the federal level is changing&nbsp;under&nbsp;<a href="https://www.santafenewmexican.com/ap/washington/u-s-cuts-the-number-of-vaccines-recommended-for-every-child-a-move-slammed-by/article_0b6fb96e-d2a7-5981-ba56-e2131729a067.html">new directives</a>&nbsp;from&nbsp;U.S.&nbsp;Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.&nbsp;and with it comes much confusion about&nbsp;the number of&nbsp;vaccines&nbsp;now&nbsp;being&nbsp;recommended&nbsp;for kids&nbsp;as well as&nbsp;which ones&nbsp;will&nbsp;still&nbsp;be&nbsp;easily accessible.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In New Mexico,&nbsp;the state Department of Health&nbsp;<a href="https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_news/in-historic-break-with-feds-new-mexico-keeps-full-child-vaccine-schedule/article_5646f0d4-aae5-4c1c-9b0c-1d3835a79f3e.html">recently</a> made clear that it intends to follow the vaccine schedule provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics despite the new federal recommendations under Kennedy.&nbsp;&nbsp;
On the latest podcast episode of &ldquo;Conversations Different,&rdquo; host Inez Russell Gomez speaks with state health department officials Dr. Miranda Durham, chief medical officer, and Andrea Romero, manager of the immunization program, about New Mexico&rsquo;s decision to maintain a full robust vaccination schedule for children.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Durham and Romero discuss what they want the public to know about access to vaccines in our state, clarify any skepticism that parents may have about effectiveness and talk about available resources to make the right health decisions for your family.&nbsp;&nbsp;
One of the resources Durham and Romero note in this episode is the NMDOH helpline where health professionals are available to answer your medical questions. The number is 1-833-796-8773

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