Shine True (2021)
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."
Seasons & Episode
Non-Binary artist Azul confronts generational trauma and finds the "punk mariachi" within before their big Chicago art show.
Fran connects with their inner skaterboi, their Filipinx heritage, and surprises their girlfriend with a romantic date night for their first anniversary.
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.
In Reno, Nevada, Black non-binary student Prism meets an inspiring fat activist and surprises their friends with a name change party.
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.
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.
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.
On the south side of Chicago, genderqueer LaDon finds his inner diva for a glamorous photo shoot with help from a Chicago drag legend.