LezPod hosted by Alexandria Friedlander - Episode with guest Dr. Erica Jayne Friedman

LezPod hosted by Alexandria Friedlander - Episode with guest Dr. Erica Jayne Friedman

Author: Alexandria Friedlander August 16, 2021 Duration: 51:57

Dr. Erica Jayne Friedman is the Associate Director at FIU, bringing from New York over 10 years of higher education experience. Her vision is to empower students to take the lead in administering Pride Center campus events. She hopes to evolve the culture at FIU through advocacy and education to establish our campus as the most supportive and affirming university for LGBTQIA+ students in Florida. Dr. Friedman received formative training as a social justice agent for queer and trans communities as an undergraduate at Binghamton University and through her doctoral program in psychology at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York. For over 10 years, she researched topics within gender and queer studies focused on understanding the impact of cisgenderism and heterosexism. She explored how social norms around gender and sexuality develop and can be resisted or changed. In her free time, Dr. Friedman enjoys worldwide travel and is featured in several travel blogs and magazines. She spent several months in New Zealand volunteering at a local non-profit organization and became SCUBA-certified while in Thailand. Dr. Friedman personally experiences both her gender and sexuality as fluid.


Tune into LezPod | Miami's LGBTQ Podcast for genuine conversations that feel like catching up with a good friend. Host Alexandria Friedlander brings her warmth and perspective from LezMiami and The Hug Movement to create a space that’s both supportive and energizing. This isn’t just about sharing stories; it’s about unpacking the real experiences, strengths, and hopes that define life in the LGBTQ community, with a particular pulse on Miami’s vibrant scene. Each episode naturally weaves together themes of personal growth, mental well-being, and physical health, moving beyond theory into practical, lived wisdom. You’ll hear from a variety of voices discussing how they navigate challenges, celebrate victories, and cultivate a more fulfilling life. The aim is to leave you with not just positivity, but actionable perspective that inspires your own journey. By focusing on authentic dialogue, this podcast becomes a resource for education and self-improvement that resonates on a personal level. Alexandria guides these discussions with empathy, ensuring every topic-from fitness to mental health-is approached with heart and relevance. If you’re looking for content that connects community insight with personal empowerment, you’ve found it.
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