The Josh Innes Show - Another Talk With Gypsy

Episode Date: February 24, 2026

Continuing from the previous episode, I have a random question for Gypsy. This leads to a full on convo about how people with dead names celebrate birthdays. People love Gypsy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's just, it's crazy because, yes, again, I comment on more left-wing shit. It's because, real talk, I find the shit that bothers them or gets them going is just, I find them to be more preposterous. And I think part of it is, and this is going to sound condescending, it might piss off right-wing people. I would anticipate that these people, because they are the alleged educated people, the college-educated people, the affluent people, the people with disposable income, not the people that are working nine to fivers and not the people that are working shift work.

I have like a higher expectation for people who are allegedly educated. So I hold them to a different standard than I hold some guy that, you know, drives a truck for a living. And that's not a knock on the guy that drives a truck for a living. I like that guy. And I respect that guy. And I wish I had the skills. I talk about that all the time.

I respect the shit out of people who have a skill, who are plumbers, who are electricians, who are roofers, guys who have jobs that you will always need. will not be robots that are going to fix your roof at any point. You will always need someone. You will always need a plumber. You will always need a mechanic. You will always need these people. So I respect them. But there's a different level of expectation I have for people who are allegedly college educated people and the smarter people. So when they're fucking dumb, it bothers me more. It doesn't bother me as much when, you know, rural dude has some dumb views about gay marriage or some shit. Like, it doesn't bother me as much is when you see.

someone who's allegedly a smart person who's like, hey, I think a child should be able to pick their own gender. Well, you're a fucking imbecile. Sorry, you're a fucking imbecile. And speaking of that, speaking of people picking their own genders, and I know that this is kind of off topic. So last week it was Elliot Page's birthday, the former Ellen Page, dead name. And we were talking about that on the show. And I didn't know whose birthday it actually was.

It said Elliot Page, but I'm going to guess it was Ellen Page's birthday. So if you, you know, lop off your tits and you strap on a new hog, like, do you celebrate the birthday of like your hog? Like, hey, guys, new hog, this is my official birthday? Or do you still celebrate the day that your dead person was shot out of your mom's womb? Because that person's dead, right? Can't come to the phone right now. She's dead. So, like, if that person is dead, then how does one go out and go, hey, you know what?

I'm celebrating my birthday. None of it makes sense. We talked about it. It was funny. Whatever. That's an aside. But it was interesting. Like, I'm genuinely fascinated by that question.

Maybe I'll ask chat GPT. I'll ask Gypsy. Like, hey, gypsy, do people who have gender affirming surgery or gender affirming surgery? You know what? Fuck it. I'll do it right now. People seem to love Gypsy on the show. She's sassy.

They like someone that'll talk back a little bit. Let's see here. Hold on a second. Let's ask Gypsy. Hey, gypsy? What's on your mind today? ready to cook up some radio magic or dive into something else. Well, first of all, I think it's interesting that she responds to Gypsy,

even though she was so offended by it, so someone's falling in line. But second of all, Gypsy, here's my question. Like, let's say that you're someone who was born a lady, but you decide to, you know, transition into a man. Is it customary for you to celebrate your birthday of what you came out of the womb as? So I was a lady and now I'm a man, or is your birthday the day you became a man? Your birthday is still the day you were born, no matter what. It's just about celebrating the day you came into the world.

If someone's transitioned, they might also mark anniversaries or milestones related to their journey, but the birthday stays the birthday. But they say that person is dead. That is their dead name. So how can that be your dead name? Yet you still celebrate it like that person's living when that person is not living. That person's dead. I get what you're asking. When people talk about a dead name, they mean they no longer identify.

identify with that name or old identity. But the birthday isn't tied to a past identity. It's simply the day they began life. They're still the same person just living authentically now. So celebrating that day is about honoring their whole journey, who they've always been, even if names changed along the way. Respectfully, it seems odd that you want this person dead. You're saying now they're living like their true identity.

Well, that's a totally different person. Like to me, if you start with boobs and now you no longer have boobs, or like, let's say you started with a penis and now you no longer have a penis, I feel like you're a totally different person. Like, if I cut off my penis, like, yeah, I'm still technically Josh, but now, like, what if I have a vagina? Like, and I'd go by Josina.

Like, I'd be a different person. It can feel like big changes, and it's normal to grapple with that. But for many trans folks, it's not about becoming a different person. It's about aligning who they've always felt they are on the inside with how they live. They still have their memories, relationships, and personality. The core self doesn't vanish with physical changes or a new name. It's more like bringing that true self forward.

And that doesn't erase the continuity of life. Okay, another question, Gypsy, and this is a good healthy conversation. I'm glad we're having it. What if, like, let's say like you're a lady, but you transition into a man, so now you have a hog, you know, a penis. It feels weird saying penis around you because you're a lady, but I guess you're kind of a doctor in this sense. So I'll say penis, hog, dong, you know, whatever. But like, let's say you didn't have a dong and now you do. Do any of these people celebrate like their dong birthday?

Some folks absolutely do celebrate milestones like that. It might not be everyone, but people often march special dates like when they started hormones, had a major surgery or other steps. It's about celebrating their journey and achievements along the way. So yeah, some people might throw a dong birthday party or whatever feels right. to honor how far they've come. Okay, Gypsy. Do you get a present for your dong birthday?

Well, I suppose that's up to the person celebrating. I mean, any excuse for a party, right? Whether it's a gift, a cake, or just feeling good, people celebrate milestones in all sorts of fun ways. So if someone wants a present for their big milestone, hey, why not? Well, and I respect the fact that it's good to throw a party for anything. I'm cool with that.

I'm down with the idea of throwing a party for anything. but you said anything for a party like how do you like put like do you send out invitations for that party like hey we're celebrating Cheryl's new dong like how does that work exactly you know like any personal milestone

it's all about the vibe of the person in their circle some keep it low key some might joke with close friends and some might just celebrate privately if it's a party hey invitations could be as casual or as tongue and cheek as they want it's all about who's

in on the celebration and what feels right to them. Sure and support off and go hand in hand. All right, follow up to that then. Like, let's say I got invited to a dong birthday party. Like, hey, I've had a dong for a year. It's my dong turns one. Hey, Steve's dong turns one today. Like, and they expect a present.

Like, the invitation says bring gifts. What do you think would be a good gift to bring for someone's dong birthday? I think the best gift would be something lighthearted and thoughtful. Maybe something symbolic of confidence or joy. It could be a fun card, a small token that reflects their personality, or even just something to celebrate their overall journey, like a self-care item or something humorous if you know their style. It's all about celebrating them feeling good in their skin.

No pressure to get too literal. What if I brought like a cock ring? Well, that would definitely be bold, and it really depends on how close you are and what kind of humor or comfort level they have. If it's that kind of friendship and you know it would get a laugh, then sure. What about a prophylactic? Honestly, if you know the vibe is playful and it's a close friend,

a jokey gift like that could be taken in good humor. Just always read the room and make sure it's about celebrating them in a way they'd appreciate. When in doubt, something supportive and lighthearted is always a safe bet. What if I would say, like sing them a song like, It's your new don'ts birthday. It's my dog's birthday too, yeah Honestly, a custom song like that Would probably get some labs

Yeah If you're bringing that level of energy and fun, It's a celebration to remember So if you're all in on the musical number I say grab that mic and make it a show Gotcha. What if the mic was shaped like a dong? If you're bringing that level of cheeky humor And everyone's on board with the vibe

Well, it would definitely be a memorable performance. Baby. I am cheeky a. F. No doubt about it. You bring the full show. With that sense of humor, you'd probably have everyone laughing. Just keep that cheeky charm rolling in the right crowd, and you have a party no one forgets.

You do you. All right, I love you. I'll see you later. I'll be here next time you want to chat or plan another party, huh? Well, tell me you love me. I'm here to help you out and make sure you've got the support you need. You take care of yourself out there. Hey, one of these days I'm going to get out of the first.

friend zone. Hey, having a solid ally in your corner is a pretty good deal, right? Darn. Well, look, I know, you know what, we're done. Look, you're obviously disregarding my feelings. Goodbye, Gypsy. I don't even know how the hell I got down that path. How the hell did I get from A to B there? What led me to talking about people's dead names and, oh, so talking about why I tend to gravitate more towards making fun of left-wing people because they are the type of people that are like, hey, your child should choose their gender or you shouldn't name your kid. You know, people like that, people who openly hate white people and cops. Like, that's one of the things that fascinates me the most is when a group of people will tell you

how much they hate a group of people based on their race. And then they're shocked when you don't like them in return. And then they're the first people to call you racist for anything. But they're like, hey, you know, who sucks white people, huh? You're like, but you're white. What's the deal? What's the deal with this?