Shine True

8.0
202121m

The journeys of trans and non-binary young adults leading up to a big life event. In each episode, Lucas Silveira and Richie Shazam, along with mentors and role models, guide someone who is trans or gender non-conforming as they explore their inner identity and passions, which they convert into authentic self-expression and the ability to "Shine True."

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Seasons

8 Episodes • Premiered 2021

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1. Azul

Non-Binary artist Azul confronts generational trauma and finds the "punk mariachi" within before their big Chicago art show.

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2. Fran

Fran connects with their inner skaterboi, their Filipinx heritage, and surprises their girlfriend with a romantic date night for their first anniversary.

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3. Ronnie

Transfemme therapist Ronnie gains a confidence boost and style upgrade to coincide with a new life chapter, inviting their Caribbean parents along for the ride.

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4. Prism

In Reno, Nevada, Black non-binary student Prism meets an inspiring fat activist and surprises their friends with a name change party.

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5. Jaden

After recent top surgery, gender-fluid Jaden discovers ways to dress their new silhouette and then throws a New Moon party to release the past.

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6. T

Transmasculine T steps out of the bedroom studio and onto the stage after conquering their fears of shopping and performing with a gender-bendy makeover.

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7. Juan

Gender-fluid but very sheltered, Juan learns about queerness and gets in touch with his feminine side with a little help from the Latinx community.

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8. LaDon

On the south side of Chicago, genderqueer LaDon finds his inner diva for a glamorous photo shoot with help from a Chicago drag legend.

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