Draft:Diary of a Trans Man (Podcast)

Diary of a Trans Man is an American podcast hosted by Alexander Hastings under the pen name A.L. Hastings. It launched on 13 January 2019 on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. After its first year online, the podcast regularly maintained a spot in the top ten Trans-focused LGBTQ+ podcasts as published by Feedspot. Notable episodes include an interview with Maria Konner in 2021 that helped showcase the struggles of being a trans woman.

Origins
The podcast delves into the personal experiences and challenges faced by Hastings as a transgender man, offering listeners an intimate look at his journey through transitioning. Inspired by the need for greater representation and understanding of transgender issues, Hastings launched the podcast to share his story and to provide support and insight for others in the transgender community. The show covers a wide range of topics, including medical and social aspects of transitioning, mental health, relationships, and the intersectionality of identity. 'Diary of a Trans Man' has been praised for its candid and heartfelt approach, resonating with a diverse audience and contributing to the broader conversation about transgender rights and visibility.

Format
This podcast is hosted by the A.L. Hastings and runs an episode length between 15 to 30 minutes. The podcast uses Liberated Syndicate as a hosting platform. There are currently 22 episodes.

Reception
The show has recieved good reviews over the years and averages a listernerhip of 80 per month with over 12,000 unique downloads.