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The Fox and the Phoenix

Savannah Hauk, Author and Julie Rubenstein, Style Consultant

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Understanding the Feminine Crossdressing Experience To de-mystify, humanize, and celebrate the crossdressing trans community, providing a positive and realistic understanding through conversation between a crossdresser and a cis-ally.
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In this second of two episodes, Savannah and Julie continue to discuss the same topic! After the March excitement of the 2025 Keystone Conference in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, our cohosts delve deeper into a question that was brought up during Savannah's workshop, "Why might a cis-gender female partner think that their crossdressing counterpart is o…
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In this episode, Savannah and Julie want to discuss the same topic! After the March excitement of the 2025 Keystone Conference in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, our cohosts delve deeper into a question that was brought up during Savannah's workshop, "Why might a cis-gender female partner think that their crossdressing counterpart is objectifying womanho…
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In this episode, Julie and Savannah discuss more in depth the event known as the 2025 Keystone Conference! From what to pack to what to see, and from where to search for your friends to where to meet new people, Julie Spills the Tea about the conference like never before! ----- SAVANNAH HAUK is the author of “Living with Crossdressing: Defining a N…
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In this episode, Julie asks Savannah to chat about body language for the male-to-female gender expansive person. From the way we walk and talk to the way we eat and use our hands, adopting and perfecting a feminine demeanor in public is a critical component for so many of us. Also, Julie and Savannah talk about generational feminine stereotypes and…
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In this episode, Savannah talks to Julie about the intersectionality of a crossdresser's understanding of their feminine Identity against a cosplayer's feminine presentation of a known character meant as a homage to that character. This dynamic duo gear up, set batteries to power, turbines to speed, and discuss the similarities and differences betw…
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In this episode, Julie reads Savannah a comment from a listener who speaks to their inner feminine child, finally accepting and embracing that little girl, and vowing to walk hand in hand together as they navigate the future. Savannah and Julie discuss the fundamentals of inner chid work, the importance of professional therapy, and how that work is…
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In this episode, Savannah asks Julie to chat about what drives male-to-female crossdressers to adopt a feminine presentation. What was the spark that initially led to the first and, ultimately, ongoing experiences of femdom? Did the thoughts come from a natural subconscious space or were there extenuating circumstances that conditioned the body to …
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In this episode, Julie talks to Savannah about the more sensory components of dressing enfemme. From the feel of silk, satin, leather, and lace, to teh compression of bodycon dresses and shapewear, to the scent of makeup and perfume, to the taste of lipgloss, and to the sound of dangling jewelry, the swish of stockings, and the click of heels, the …
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In this episode, Savannah asks Julie what the benefits are when a person gains self-acceptance of their gender diversity. From self-confidence to self-awareness, to a better understanding of owns moral code and a newfound capacity for empathy and compassion for others, accepting our authenticity and truth of who we are inside goes a long way to cre…
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In this episode, Savannah asks Julie the most pertinent question you can ask another human being ... 'Why'? Why do men have a need to present in a feminine way? Why must they continue to go against their masculine biology? The act of asking questions that start with 'why' tend to come across as judgmental or critical. When it comes to the art of cr…
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In this episode, Savannah reads a subReddit excerpt to Julie, outlining a Significant One's message to the group about their crossdressing partner and asking the group why he still prefers to dress in secret and in private without telling her. Why DO crossdressing men prefer to dress in private, even after their partners show them support? From sha…
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In this episode, Julie talks about the California LA wild fires, as well as the new Hateful Conduct policies being employed in 2025 for all META social media products. From the stripping away from hard-fought-for LGBTQIA+ community protections to the end of Facebook third-party fact checking, those in the queer community are facing some fundamental…
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In this episode, Savannah reads a Quora.com posting to Julie. entitled, "For us crossdressers, would we be considered LGBTQ?". The comments to the posts ranged from a resounding "Yes!" to an absolute "No!" Savannah and Julie dig in to discuss where crossdressers belong and how, in reality, nobody can tell you who you are ... that decision is wholly…
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In this episode, Savannah tells Julie a little ole story of a heroine who saves a feminine damsel in distress when said damsel is caught at Starbucks dressed as Savannah by a patron who only knew Savannah in male-mode! Witness an avenging guardian angel who swoops in to save her from that uncomfortable situation! What happens next? Listen in to fin…
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In this episode, Julie asks Savannah about how to find positivity in one's femininity in a time when the world seems bleak. What can be done when one loses their sparkle and the want to dress? Julie and Savannah discuss some of the ways Savannah has overcome those challenges, and offer a number of ways to stay positive, grounded, filled with gratit…
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In this episode, Savannah shares her experiences with the wonderful ladies of a recent Atlanta girls' weekend. Part of what Savannah discovered was more confidence to simply be herself around others. Beyond that, she realized that oftentimes, and most amazingly, crossdressing as a woman is just only one of many colorful and delightful commonalities…
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In this third of three episodes, Savannah and Julie celebrate and talk about their journey for the first 200 episodes of The Fox and the Phoenix Podcast. The duo read listener comments about their favorite moments and episodes, and they enjoy shoutouts from lovely listeners. ----- SAVANNAH HAUK is the author of “Living with Crossdressing: Defining …
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In this second of three episodes, Savannah and Julie celebrate and talk about their journey for the first 200 episodes of The Fox and the Phoenix Podcast. They share the top five episodes of the podcast they have a truly personal connection with and enjoy more shoutouts from lovely listeners. ----- SAVANNAH HAUK is the author of “Living with Crossd…
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In this series of three episodes, Savannah and Julie celebrate and talk about their journey for the first 200 episodes of The Fox and the Phoenix Podcast. They countdown the top 10 episodes of the podcast and enjoy shoutouts from lovely listeners. ----- SAVANNAH HAUK is the author of “Living with Crossdressing: Defining a New Normal” and “Living wi…
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In this episode, Savannah and Julie take you back to their first podcast Thanksgiving together. From standard classics like lots of laughs and Julie breaking out in song to poor sound quality, poor editing and distracting dogs barking in the background, this episode is a perfect holiday stuffer for your ears and a blast from the past to bare witnes…
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In this soundbite, Savannah lets all the lovely listeners that the world got in the way of creating content for the show. From hurricanes to Bat Mitzvahs to scheduling issues, sometimes The Fox and the Phoenix Podcasts has to make way for more important and more immediate life events. Also, as the 200th episode looms, Savannah and Julie would love …
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In this episode, Savannah asks Julie about examples of crossdressing men having to take on additional exchanges when it comes to their gender diversity, from storage units to store their attire to having to lease or rent a completely different residence in order to affect their feminine presentation. When Julie saw the residence as a possible "girl…
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In this episode, Savannah asks Julie the question, "To tuck, or not to tuck. That is the question." For years, tucking our maleness so that we can affect a smooth front area has been paramount. There are gaffs, compression undies, tape, and various methods for achieving a smooth crotch ... from mild to wild. Do we need to tuck? Some clothes require…
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In this episode, Julie reads Savannah a letter from a listener who asks the duo to discuss the dynamics and possible resources for a gender diverse husband who partially shares their femininity with their wife and young children. What might the family be thinking? What resources are out there to help in the 'transition' from fully masculine husband…
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In this episode, Savannah asks Julie "why do we hunt for unicorns" for partners. Why do we assume that because we crossdress it would take a special woman or partner to love us unconditionally? The label of being a rare and mythical creature in this regard seems to be both a compliment and an insult at the same time. By assuming that it would take …
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In this episode, Savannah tells Julie about trying on a pair of sexy panties. In this story, Savannah was suddenly caught in the throes of shame, self0doubt, lack of confidence, fear of judgment, and putting those panties back in the drawer in favor of something more basic. What happens when long-forgotten experiences from earlier in the relationsh…
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In this episode, Julie brings a recent event to Savannah and to the conversation. While on a shopping trip, a sparkly denim jacket called out to Julie several times, but she hesitated to commit to the purchase. After some internal dialogue, she decided to buy it. Instead of worrying about what others may think or say about the jacket to be worn at …
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In this episode, Savannah and Julie talk about the 2024 Paris Olympics and the social media mania and outcry about its opening ceremonies, the Turkish shootist Yusef Dikeç, and the insane amount of animosity aimed toward Algerian female boxer, Imane Khelif. From being labeled transgender and unfit to compete with the other women boxers, to rehashin…
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In this episode, Savannah asks Judy what she has learned after being with a queer person for a decade. From living a life with a vague understanding of gays and drag queens in NYC, Judy was thrust into the LGBTQIA+ community once she said 'yes' to dating a crossdresser. After 10 years, Judy has come to understand that there is so much openness, acc…
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In this episode, Julie reads a direct message from a woman named Juni, who shared her appreciation of a previous episode, 'Passing Milestones', which focused on the fact that gender diverse people tend to come out to loved one and close confidents more than once. She also shared that Julie and Savannah didn't speak much about sharing with one's chi…
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In this episode, Julie reads a Facebook post from a lovely listener who spoke beautifully about the dating scene for a transwoman over 50-years-old and divorced after 30 years of marriage. The dating scene is different. The way to find your One is different. And, above all else, have any of us found that well of love for ourselves that will help ra…
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In this episode, Savannah shares with Julie an odd experience about trying on Shein dresses with Judy looking on as a spectator. When Judy offered her opinions about the dresses once tried on, Savannah found herself feeling a bit sad. The reason? The same as any kid on Christmas morning or any woman excited to try on their Amazon purchases, there i…
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In this episode, Savannah and Julie read listener-submitted comments on the topic of important milestones that gender diverse MTF individuals have achieved in their lives. From the first time going out into the public eye to sharing their authenticity with a partner or family to taking those crucial next steps in matching one's body to one's mind, …
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In this episode, Savannah finds herself gushing to Julie about meeting somebody famous. That famous somebody had reached out to Savannah because they feel Savannah is also 'famous' in the community and is the right individual to confide in and get advice about their gender authenticity. How does a person embrace their gender authenticity when they …
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In this episode, Savannah and Julie discuss one of their favorite supporters and friends, Crystal aka 'Jellyfish'. This time around, Crystal shared with Savannah an encounter where she spoke to a cousin who not only admitted that they used to dress up in feminine clothes but also thought they 'were a girl'. Now, thought, through the Word of God, th…
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In this episode, Savannah shares with Julie her experience of having a facial while dressed as Savannah. Not only was Savannah dressed for her first facial, but also traveled to the appointment without any makeup. Afterward, Savannah took a pic of herself after the facial and without makeup, realizing that she still saw Savannah staring back at her…
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In this episode, Savannah tells Julie about two specific events that happened a week apart but included the same life lesson. The first was an author event that Savannah (as Chuck) was a part of. The second was a conversation with one of Chuck's work colleague that included the fact that the coworker found Savannah Hauk on social media and realized…
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In this episode, Savannah asks Judy the question, "Why do women like to wear their partner's clothes? And, why is that okay and MTF crossdressing isn't?" Well, it wasn't that pointed or loaded a question, but it does raise the question of why there are completely common-place and socially accepted manner of quote-unquote crossdressing while those o…
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In this episode, Julie asks Savannah if she wants to chat about that often-misunderstood, a considered-fringed sub-culture called furries (or fur-dom, or the furry lifestyle). Why do people gravitate to the Furry culture? How did it start? What are the benefits and disadvantages within the community? Is it all fetish and sex? All of Julie's questio…
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In this episode, Savannah tells Julie another Keystone story, this time the story of Diane and her battle with catastrophic success. What happens when you've been fighting for your true identity your entire life and you make a mental or written plan to finally take all the steps needed to get there. What happens when you find peace several steps be…
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In this episode, Savannah asks Julie why many gender diverse individuals may feel their wardrobe and style has toned down since they first started their journey. From gaining a measure of growing maturity that comes from a truncated second feminine puberty, to normalizing what was once a bedroom fetish to finding outfits more appropriate for a trip…
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In this episode, Savannah ad Julie read listener responses to a Julie social media post asking about their most memorable euphoric feminine moments. Plenty of ladies replied! Thanks! From that first spinning reveal in a makeup artist's chair to the donning of the wig to complete a feminine persona, to catching the attention of an admirer that might…
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In this episode, Savannah sneaks to the mic to read the first chapter of her new book, 'Gender 101: An A-Z Handbook and Exploration'. Many have asked Savannah about Audible versions of her 'Living with Crossdressing' book series. Now, you can hear the authoress herself read her own words. If you like what you hear, please help support the community…
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In this episode, Savannah and Julie discuss a topic that fascinated Savannah from Keystone. Namely, the fact that a young person with trans experience attended Savannah's workshop with the express notion of learning more about what 'crossdressing' means. With Savannah's mind blown, she sits down with Julie to better understand the place of 'crossdr…
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In this episode, Savannah and Julie discuss the stark differences and similarities between men presenting as women and the cis-women they are trying to emulate. For years, each gender diverse MTF person has cultivated what they consider to be their own version of the feminine experience, yet may never truly understand what women have gone through i…
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In this episode, Savannah records from a secret conference center location at the Harrisburg Hilton during the 2024 Keystone Conference, bringing with her a name from the 2023 conference... Panda! Violet, aka "Panda" is the Significant One of her lovely gender diverse partner Catrina. Both of them sit down and tell the story of their journey of ove…
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In this episode, Judy and Savannah discuss the timeless question, "When is it going to stop being about you?!" For every significant one who discovers or is revealed to that their male's propensity to dress enfemme, there is a high percentage of couples who endure the male partner's 'Pink Cloud' and their sudden obsession with all things feminine. …
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In this episode, Savannah returns from the 2024 Keystone Conference in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to regale Julie with all the wonderful people Savannah met and all the amazing events she participated in. From the decompression of coming down after several days enfemme with other gorgeous women, to connecting with inclusive and accepting fellow conf…
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In this episode, Savannah reads a letter to Julie from Melanie, a CD site administrator, who felt the podding duo missed an important opportunity about a serious matter when discussing Fred 'Bubba' Copeland in episode 162 (Top Secret Dox). Keeping one's feminine identity private--and taking thoughtful and vigilant protective measures--should always…
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In this episode, Savannah and Julie discuss all the ways that embracing one's feminine side can reverse the aging process. From the practical and physical aspects of looking younger to the psychological side of being more in touch with the feminine spirit and all the vigor it can bestow, to regressing to a younger age in order to make up precious f…
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