queer pride

Building Community by Honoring the Individual - with Ellis Ivy

Building Community by Honoring the Individual - with Ellis Ivy

In this episode of the Two Piers Podcast, host Erica D’Eramo sits down with Ellis Ivy, founder of PowerFolx, a queer- and trans-centered martial arts program that is redefining what inclusion looks like in fitness. Together, they explore how martial arts can become a source of connection, healing, and empowerment for those often excluded from traditional gym spaces.

Whether you're in the LGBTQ+ community, a martial artist, or someone looking to build more inclusive environments, this conversation offers deep insights into how movement and community intersect.

Two Piers Pride 2023 - Part I

We're joined by two of our Advisory Board members: Gene Valentin and Jason Gray, who share their lived experiences and insights regarding Pride: what it means to them, where Pride has lost its shine, and how individuals and companies can be more effective allies. This is a fairly unusual episode for us. It's more of a panel discussion than an interview, and it's pretty raw and unfiltered.

This is a two-part episode as part of our Pride Series this month, so stay tuned for part-two next week!