Interview with Brianna Tuerff

Few things in life feel as electrifying as watching someone discover who they truly are, and then turning that truth into art you can dance, dream, or headbang to. Today’s guest, Brianna Tuerff, is a living example of that magic. A transgender musician from Phoenix, Arizona, Brianna creates electronic and instrumental metal soundscapes under the alias Brianna and the VSTs, a name that hints at her love affair with synthesizers and digital creativity. Her music blends psychedelic textures, punchy beats, and guitar-driven energy, drawing inspiration from genre-fusing icons like Apollo 440 and Ozric Tentacles. Whether she’s experimenting with trippy instrumentals or layering intricate electronic arrangements, Brianna’s tracks invite listeners to escape reality for a while, a skill she first honed in childhood with a trusty Super Nintendo and a pair of headphones. Brianna isn’t just a musician; she’s a storyteller of transformation. She documents her gender transition openly, both on Reddit (as Neonnimrod) and through her YouTube channel BriannaIsGreat, where she shares everything from music updates to personal reflections.

Interview with Alana Joy

Alana Joy is a woman of many passions and talents, weaving together the lives of a commodity trader, musician, photographer, hiker, writer, and dreamer. Her creativity and love of nature are deeply connected to her home in Phoenix, Arizona, where she often finds peace and inspiration on the desert trails that surround the city. Music, photography, and the art of charting and trading have all shaped her outlook on life, but it is her personal journey of self-discovery that defines her most. In 2015, Alana shared that journey with the world through her autobiography Dreamy Morning, a book that blends raw honesty with a deep sense of hope. By telling her story, she wanted to challenge the harmful misconception that being transgender is a choice, and she hoped to reach young people, parents, and anyone who might feel lost or alone. Writing her book was not easy for her, as she had long been a private person, yet her desire to make a difference outweighed her fears. Her reflections reveal not only the courage it takes to live authentically but also the compassion she feels for others navigating similar paths.

Interview with Dee HunnyBuns

Monika: Today’s interview will be with Dee HunnyBuns, a young American video blogger that documents her transition on YouTube. Hello Dee!

Dee: Hi Monika, well let me just start off by saying thank you and I feel extremely honored to be a part of this website, I see so many admirable women and their stories and it just makes me feel great to see fellow trans-sisters who are strong, beautiful and inspirational.

Monika: Could you say a few words about yourself?

Dee: I am 24 years old, Mexican, born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. I’m a licensed massage therapist and just finished school to get my license as a cosmetic laser technician. I’m a fan of all things beauty and really love the feeling of making other people feel beautiful. As a woman, I know how important feeling good in your own skin can be and want to help other women feel great in theirs as well.