The Edge is no longer going ahead with a planned ‘trans for a day’ stunt but will still dress a male host up to see if he can pass as a “convincing woman”. Read: Station urged to can 'trans for a day' stunt It’s posted the following response to people who complained about the plan to make breakfast host Dom Harvey ‘trans for a day’: Agender President Lynda Whitehead said the ‘trans for a day’ idea was tacky and is not happy with the response. “What the heck do you mean 'the trans experience'?” she has asked The Edge. “What in heaven’s name do you people actually think that trans people are? This isn't an experience it’s our lives for Christ sake.” Whitehead says if the station wants to know about trans people it should get one in studio and interview them. “Your reply is a weak attempt to justify and defend the indefensible. Pull the plug on it.” Others have also expressed continued concern:
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First published: Tuesday, 9th June 2015 - 9:16am