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Breaking The Binary, Slow Fashion, and Body Euphoria

November 18, 2025 / Calen / Activism, Queer, Unruly Podcast Episodes / No Comments
gender affirming garments origami customs

Searching for gender-affirming gear and garments? Introducing Origami Customs, a leading LGBTQ+ clothing brand.

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From Poached to Protected: All You Need To Know About Endangered Sea Turtles

September 12, 2025 / Calen / Activism, Travel, Unruly Podcast Episodes
Sea turtles endangered - sea turtle facts

Are sea turtles endangered? Here to answer that and share incredible sea turtle facts is Rob James, a biologist in Costa Rica.

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Fathoms Below: Mermaids, Mangroves and Reflections on Rewilding

July 8, 2025 / Calen / Activism, Queer, Travel

This year Rivers Wilder Green, artist and musician, received the partial ‘Agua de Sapo’ Unruly Travel scholarship. Here’s her rewilded reflection.

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How To Protect Trans People

May 15, 2025 / Calen / Activism, Queer, Unruly Podcast Episodes

Wonder how to support transgender people after the election, or how to support trans rights in general? Here’s how to protect trans people, including trans youth.

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Rowdy Girl Sanctuary: How A Former Cattle Rancher Went Vegan

November 29, 2024 / Calen / Activism, Unruly Podcast Episodes

Ever heard the story of a cattle rancher gone vegan? In this story full of grit and determination, Renee King-Sonnen shows what’s possible when we dare to break tradition.

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Getting To Know The Lives Of Vegan Sanctuary Animals

May 31, 2024 / Calen / Activism, Nature, Queer, Unruly Podcast Episodes
are cows native to America - pattrice jones interview / a cow standing in a field under a rainbow

Are cows smart? Are they native to the Americas? Find out this and more in this interview with pattrice jones where we cover cows, colonization, and comradely.

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Visit An Ethical Elephant Sanctuary In Chiang Mai: All You Need To Know About Elephant Nature Park

June 9, 2023 / Calen / Activism

Finding an ethical elephant sanctuary in Thiland can be hard. But Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai is creating a better world for elephants.

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The Best Vegan Alternative Sayings

March 31, 2023 / Calen / Activism
vegan activism near me

Is veganism a diet? Debunk harmful myths and change your language to use common vegan phrases and words to fuel animal liberation.

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Is Dairy Farming Cruel To Cows? Here’s What You Need To Know

December 9, 2022 / Calen / Activism, Unruly Podcast Episodes

Is dairy farming cruel to cows? Here’s what you need to know about dairy’s impact on animals, health, and the environment.

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Best LGBTQ+ Podcast Episodes For Queer Adults In 2025

June 28, 2022 / Calen / Activism, Travel, Unruly Podcast Episodes
LGBTQ+ Podcast

Looking for queer podcast recommendations? Check out these LGBTQ+ stories from wanderers and activists all over the world.

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91. Breaking The Gender Binary, Slow Fashion, and Body Euphoria - Unruly Podcast | Travel, Activism & Alternative Culture

Walk in just about any clothing store and you’ll find a few things to be true: a “fat tax” is imposed, clothing can’t be mended to accommodate changing bodies, and fast fashion drives the bottom dollar. Scroll through Rae Hill’s website and you’ll see the opposite: garments that can be altered, that are made to last, and break binaries.This business model is rare, but it’s the driving force behind Origami Customs. In this episode Rae, the founder, shares about starting their business from a suitcase, lugging their sewing machine from one flight to another. We learn how travel impacted their gender identity and how they break down binaries even in LGBTQ+ spaces. We also discuss: - What “fat tax” is and how Origami Customs does it differently - How the fashion industry based their standard sizes off small bodies (and how that impacts our mental health today) - How scarcity mindset pushes us to support fast fashion and disposability culture - How to do Black Friday differently, even if you’re not ready to boycott - How to have an anti-capitalist business in an ultra capitalistic society Throughout these important topics Calen and Rae weave messages of queer euphoria and joy, reminding folks of the cherished superpowers they possess. As a stressful holiday season descends upon us, let this be your reminder to keep building community and chosen family wherever you are. SHOWNOTES
 - 2026 Unruly Finca Ganadito trip: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/finca-ganadito-in-costa-rica-calen-otto-01051353 - Unruly Group Trips: wanderwoman.online/unruly-group-trips/ - Join the Unruly Patreon: patreon.com/unrulytravel - Origami Customs: https://origamicustoms.com - Unruly Travel & Living Blog: unrulytravel.com
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  1. 91. Breaking The Gender Binary, Slow Fashion, and Body Euphoria 53:59
  2. 90. The Ultimate Savasana: What It Means To Die In Community 55:21
  3. 89. From Poached to Protected: Exploring Sea Turtle Fact & Folklore In Costa Rica 46:46
  4. 88. Understanding And Healing Religious Trauma With Ann Russo (LCSW, MA Theology) 57:16

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