Intersex Person interview-Richelle

Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Richelle, an intersex person in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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[@jmeA86]

"let me finish, I'm only 2 minutes into the story" 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 she's amazing and knows how to stand her ground and gracefully demand respect.

[@juleestoner3939]

Mark is anything but rude. Questions out of curiosity and to define what this person has. She's a bit rude . Respect is earned.

[@shaunalea823]

@@juleestoner3939agreed she didn’t need to be snippy.

[@aloysiusdevanderabercrombi470]

​@@shaunalea823She was not rude.. Mark was.

[@dianeo2185]

He was focused on his "story hook" = the intersex piece

[@Chillllllbruh]

​@@davidhibbs6989You're projecting your own Daddy issues.

[@allisonkirkwood1449]

Please bring Richelle back so we can learn more about her. Such a great interview and a wonderful person

[@NarrowRoad1000]

I agree!! I could have gone much longer listening!!

[@darcusann]

Same here! She is amazing! 🥰❤️

[@jeannetteross5352]

I say she needs to write a book!

[@Trojan4u]

Yeah so we can ask pointed questions about her fabrications

[@darci1410]

What an amazing interview! She is sooo interesting

[@davidadams2395]

_"I had a mother who was completely insane and a father who was from Kentucky."_ I found that hilarious. This is going to be one hell of an interview.

[@karendavidson6272]

😂😂😂

[@jeannetteross5352]

@@karendavidson6272 "let me finish, I'm only 2 minutes into the story"

[@celesterosales8976]

Me too!

[@iJSabelle007]

😂😂😂

[@sparkytuttle2966]

Right now I am in deep grief over the passing of a close friend , someone whose family has always felt like my family. I've known him for 45 years. And suddenly he's gone. But I found myself laughing when she said her dad was from Kentucky. There were many times I laughed and I am more than thankful. I know someday life will get back to normal but until then, these moments will help heal my heart.

[@stevetalvy2152]

Wait…she was married at 28, married 17 years, cancer for 10 years, missionary work for 25 years….no idea how old she is but she’s beautiful.

[@LLBlackhawk-mc3sq]

What is her last name so I can look her up! What a fascinating story

[@DaniStenko]

wasn't is seven not seventeen years??

[@madelineevans128]

Yes married for 7 years.​@@DaniStenko

[@HeirloomVintageCollectibles]

I couldn't figure out her age either. Didn't add up or how old her son is.

[@wendydonnelly1881]

​@@DaniStenkoseven years when they adopted their son. She stayed with the scumbag another ten years. 7, plus ten, is seventeen.

[@user-mgc]

It is a breath of fresh air to hear a sensible, well balanced, mature voice on this channel. Richelle's shared experiences offer an honest perspective rarely heard from certain other interviewees.

[@melancholyman369]

It really was refreshing

[@denisejones1279]

She was an incredible speaker and storyteller. Thank you for sharing her life story with us.

[@Ceerads]

She doesn’t sound so sensible to me, with her religious stuff and hatred of pornography. And I bet the same kind of opinions can be found in people throughout this country - they’re the same people who are trying to stuff their beliefs down all of our throats, using changes to our legal system.

[@newkingdom6750]

Yes very. She was great ❤

[@melancholyman369]

@@Ceerads I like how you're ignoring how her faith carried her through her struggle to bash religion. Not to mention porn really doesn't benefit anyone except the ppl who make it and even then it comes at a cost. And as it goes for the rule making bit I agree but it's a reaction to how they were treated when more "liberal" powers took control.

[@laylawalker8897]

This woman is an inspiration to all women who survived trauma! LOVED listening to her and would love to see her back in your chair for a part 2 please!

[@vicki2575]

Want the opportunity to hear more from Richelle. If it's not too creepy and you're reading this post, it would be great to talk more. Not so tech-savvy so I don't know how to make that happen other than to start a conversation with Richele here. Is this possible? Thankful for your courage and forthright sharing. God has certainly helped you in SO many ways!❤

[@sandyharris9162]

Yes, she is amazing and a great story teller.

[@StargazerLily82]

This is the kind of story i want to hear. Not the same stories of the same people who are honestly never going to change. I want to hear stories of resilience and perseverance.

[@meretriciousinsolent]

Right? Such a tiny portion of this story was related to being intersex. It was about LIFE.

[@LeilaLanthorn]

Great interview and what an inspiration.

[@homegown1234]

Me too. I am glad that there are individuals that explain and express their difficulties and eventually make their own decisions of what is best for them instead of foolish parents.

[@Abishhhhh]

passive aggressive asf lmao jus say youre talking about addicts and that u have no empathy for addiction . just say it

[@saryarohit2925]

Ok, I will say it: how many prostitute and drug addict stories can we hear?! They are just different shades of the same colour, so to say. It isn't a matter of not having empathy for these persons, it's just that we have heard and seen the same song and dance on this channel for years re: drugs and prostitution. Sometimes, we crave something with a different flavour.​ What's so wrong in that?! @@Abishhhhh

[@robertahubert9155]

To give a child a hysterectomy is criminal.

[@charlottemiller7675]

It might have been either cancerous or would very likely become cancerous. But yeah, it's definitely not something to do lightly. The fact she was 9 makes me feel like it was a health issue that became about due to the different hormones

[@caitmlp]

​@charlottemiller7675 if you listen to her story, the Dr admitted the reason they did it was because she presented with both organs and her parents wanted a boy, so they figured they'd "make" her one.

[@charlottemiller7675]

@@caitmlp I did listen to the whole thing but I don't think that was in reference to the hysterectomy. That seemed medical. According to her statements they picked which one that wanted much earlier on as is common in with ambiguous morphology of the genitals

[@curiousauthor9827]

i agree. unnecessary surgeries on intersex children should be criminalized.

[@triciaschumaker6407]

That was a different time. Up until the 90’s it wasn’t uncommon for doctors to make parents “choose” their intersexed child’s gender to make it official on a birth certificate. They believed incorrectly that nurture (how you raised a child) trumped nature (chromosomes/physical/hormonal/brain chemistry). We now know it is so much more complex.

[@nanclarke8575]

“To thine own self be true”. Thank you Richelle, you are amazing indeed! Many people would let their beginnings define them! You stood up for yourself, had an awesome grandmother and saw yourself through cancer, an unhappy marriage and obtained your two degrees etc., etc, etc. girl, you have LiVED! Well Done! You are a wonderful force for good.

[@jadelongo9742]

This woman is absolutely captivating! I watch your interviews all the time Richelle you are remarkable and so beautifully spoken. Please bring her back for more

[@maureengrainger2853]

This woman is amazing. After having such a life filled with pain and abuse, she doesn't let it get her down, but keeps on going and giving. She is also a Christian and obviously gets strength from God. I pray for her and her son, Erin. God bless you both.

[@lookupyourredemptiondrawsn7285]

❤❤❤

[@CarolHess-u2z]

Aaron

[@Olderwiser77]

I really am disgusted by lousy parents that abused their kids. That's a real sickness.

[@standuporsitdown2593]

Agree!!!

[@brennnabean]

Theatre and music kids are truly the most inclusive, respectful and supportive people you’ll ever meet.

[@shelliesmith6564]

And yet she is not! She displays none of those characteristics!

[@WhitfieldProductionsTV]

I work in a highschool and this is 100% how the kids are in band and drama.

[@stacyschuessler9028]

@@shelliesmith6564 how so?

[@shelliesmith6564]

@@stacyschuessler9028 hello thanks for your comment. Answer your question, I go over my answer each of the instances where I believe several instances

[@maryswanson9982]

True. I was very happy my kids also gravitated toward music and theater kids.

[@darcusann]

Rachelle, I’m 70 years old and I admire the person you are! What a beautiful testimony! Tfs! Sending blessings to you! ❤🙏🏼😊🥰 You are beautiful, inside and out!

[@babyg8662]

I clicked on this video thinking I’d watch a few minutes before heading off to work. Fast forward to me, sitting in my car, arriving to work late because I had to finish hearing her story. I know she’s not like Forrest Gump, but her story reminds me of a Forrest Gump type of story. So much living in her life. A lot of bad, but a lot of good. Could definitely see her story being put into book form or maybe even a movie. She has a gift of communicating when she speaks. I was riveted. Thanks for posting this!

[@Hearmeoutbruh]

I need to wake up soon for work… I’m awake needing to see the end! Lol

[@Indigochildwithin]

babyg****** me too I thought oh I'll watch 5 mins just to see....I didnt take my eyes off the screen,until it finished. So many people have such privileged lives yet complain, moan,she pulled her socks up and showed everyone...this will not define me Brave Intelligent gentle kind hearted woman,even after the start of life she had.. Shame on her parents she needed love not beatings.❤🙏🥰♥️

[@bridgettehanks1709]

Me too! I need to go to the grocery store, but can't stop watching.

[@BBQUAM]

I'm from Indiana, my mother is from Kentucky, she had a hard hard life. My parents where good but really tough. I relate to this woman soo much. I just wanna give her a hug.

[@sonyastone6318]

I relate, too. Parents from Ky. Things are either black or white.

[@hangingwiththegrlz4891]

Wow! This woman had a powerful testimony! A real inspiration to me. I was feeling in the dumps, but this woman has inspired me to keep moving. I was married to a narcissist also and I love what she said about her only regret was staying too long with her narcissist. A breath of fresh air to me because i often wondered about that.

[@case1962]

Oh please bring Richelle back for Part Two!❤ She's witty and interesting.

[@Echo-o-o]

Yes!!

[@debrajones156]

She needs a page on this internet.

[@michaelhartley8426]

Yes, please do a part two 🫵🏼🏁🫡 Thanks for Part One.

[@mindyhetrick9273]

Ya, I think my most favorite interview & I've been on the channel for a long time

[@mindyhetrick9273]

I smell a documentary

[@Dalester1979]

It's insane that this women had to be raised this way. No love. No positive attention or affirmations. The fact that she's here telling her story is amazing.

[@Midami422]

Richelle is just too darn precious! She is a tough cookie and I love it! Thanks a bunch for interviewing her Mark. More of folks like her please. The older, the wiser, the better.

[@CrunchyMama76]

Richelle, your interview was life changing for me. Thank you sharing so boldly and bravely.

[@cks81279]

Richelle, I'm the oldest and suffered alot of abuse growing up to. We're more alike than people think. I'm so sorry you suffered through all of this. I know what's it's like to be an outcast, I'm 6ft tall, i know what it's like to be bullied. I'm so glad you survived all of this. You deserve a great life. I hope you know this. ❤❤❤❤

[@maury0009]

Richelle, your life story is incredibly moving and powerful. The resilience, authenticity and grace you have shown in the face of such profound challenges is tremendously inspiring. Thank you for so openly sharing your journey of self-discovery and embracing your true identity despite the societal barriers and personal hardships you faced. Your unshakeable commitment to living as your genuine self, while still extending kindness to others, provides an uplifting example for all. Though the path was not easy, your perseverance paid off in finding wholeness, purpose and joy. Thank you for using your voice to raise awareness - your candor will surely help others feel less alone. Wishing you continued happiness and fulfillment.🙏🏻❤️

[@chrisfrench2346]

I’ve watched dozens & dozens of your interviews & this, by far, will stand out to be the best, most inspiring one of all. I hope she writes a book someday bc her message is clear & concise. What a strong, lovely lady is she. I love your interview style bc you always know when to ask questions & when to just let your subject carry the conversation themselves. There’s a humility in that which makes you so endearing, imho. Thanks so much for a wonderful interview.

[@annwithaplan9766]

Do you know if she can be found online, perhaps videos of her singing or being in plays? Thanks.

[@occamsrazor7939]

Oh man. This poor woman has been through hell and is full of integrity and honesty. Class act. I like her. She's very intelligent. Awesome woman.

[@ashleymarie6682]

12:19 “them people are dead, i cant do anything to them” mic drop. This woman is an inspiration. The strength to get through that and let it go.

[@leemastropasqua9625]

What an extraordinary story - and she ‘didn’t even tell half of it’ So inspiring, yet such a simple message, be true to oneself. Thank You!

[@dat585princess]

The general public is SEVERELY undereducated when it comes to knowing about intersex. Quite sad everything this lady has had to endure due to ignorance. I wish her the best

[@Hercules372]

BRAVO🙏

[@cozettalandry3429]

I believe the term Hermaphroditism Birth defect. But now parents discuss with Docs

[@Truecrimewatcher]

Agreed. Im 63, and this was the first i hv ever heard this term.

[@adamwright4135]

The right-wing anti-LGBT morons in particular could learn something from watching this. Nature can be sometimes be nuanced when it comes to gender - it's not as black and white as they seem to believe

[@PrecociousFriand]

@@cozettalandry3429 It used to be but that term is considered ignorant and not used any more.

[@jeffryblackmon4846]

THAT is an amazing journey Richelle has gone through. God has blessed her in so many ways and brought her through all the drama and trauma and she has done so much for others. I pray He will continue blessing her.

[@mizzgwendolyn]

One of my favorite interviews so far. Thank you Richelle, thank you Mark

[@EntDominion]

I've said it before andI'll say it again: not all people should be allowed to become parents !

[@terrytownsend5583]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. I DIOT

[@stache1954]

And they had five.

[@EntDominion]

@@terrytownsend5583 Want a cookie?

[@EntDominion]

@@stache1954 Ridiculous...

[@fritzfxx]

​​@terrytownsend5583 can't properly type idiot... the irony... I genuinely hope you have a responsible adult looking after you

[@tomrockwood851]

Hilarious person to listen to. "Like a fart in church!" I swear my grandmother used to say that.

[@brandiva96]

I cackled when she said that!!!!!!

[@ScholarSkyler]

Omg I love this woman. Please bring her back so we can hear even more of her story!

[@sospeciallyme9096]

This interview is hands down THE best interview I have ever watched on your channel Mark. I mean, I have loved all the life stories I have ever heard on here. But there was something very very special about this woman and her testimony. Truly thank uou and thank HER for being so open, honest and vulnerable . . and IN that vulnerability, ultimately being so strong. Wow. Also I have to say it, why the heck did you try to bait her with saying she possibly wasn't intersex, at the beginning of the interview. It was very rude and ignorant, as she hadn't even begun speaking yet. Just saying. Anyway, I would love to hear more about her, maybe even hear her sing, etc . . Does she have any social media and if so, what is it please?

[@terrytownsend5583]

You’ve missed a lot of interviews

[@joyedwards4575]

This by far was the best interview. Love this woman. God Bless her❤

[@Vetengeltjie]

More of her please!! I would listen to her all day. What a lovely beautifull woman, who speaks no hate about great unjustice done to her. Hats off to you.

[@julimartin3312]

What a strong, intelligent & interesting woman she is... great interview, a nice change from your choice of interviewees, Mark! Very encouraging and uplifting. 👏

[@laurenwhitfield4361]

She reminds me of my Kentucky grandmother in the best ways. I wish I knew her so she could give me advice on life. What a gem. 10/10 Mark

[@mj3026]

What a beautiful strong woman, she should be proud of herself, thank you mark 😊❤❤

[@LifeWithLeavesGH]

This is a great interview. She has very good story telling skills. She worded everything great and made it an easy thing to listen too. She seems like a great person too !

[@alidabotes6264]

Thank you for sharing Richelle I'm sorry you had such a tough childhood but am thrilled at how you lived your life. One wouldn't blame you if you were bitter but I believe your faith & your love for your son carried you forward after your NDE. You're a fine woman & I wish you good health & lots of happiness. Stay strong.

[@sgreenlee6]

She’s an absolute angel! I detected no bitterness in her and goodness knows she had the right to be bitter. Bless you Richelle.

[@shellyryckman7207]

One of the best interviews Mark! She's an incredible woman! I could watch her forever! Amazing! I wish her all the best! ❤

[@lisag8610]

Really enjoyed this interview. It’s not only educational , but also deeply human.

[@katarinalkuhn9717]

This interview made me cry at the end. Amazing woman. So glad we could hear her story. I love this channel.

[@Clemburke1111]

My father was a scientist for NASA , when he was out of town on a Washington DC business trip mom placed me in juvenile asylum for me admitting that I was a homosexual , then when he got home, he got me out of the asylum he presented me with a hermaphrodite beagle from a lab to get the conversation started

[@Day-ZDuke]

Haha that’s a pretty dope story actually. Props to your Dad for being such a G about it Unfortunate you had to go through that initially, seems things worked out okay in the long run though?

[@jonathansteadman7935]

Love your drumming in Blondie.

[@sazdoxie4247]

She had my admiration until the last 3 minutes of her story..

[@o7....o1]

so... a futaegle the B is silent

[@NNM-sc3rj]

?

[@gatekeeper9837]

I have an attention disorder. I watched every minute of this.

[@rondelle-nn5gq]

One of the best stories on the Soft White Underbelly I've had the good fortune to witness. Especially in a time when so many people are confused or don't understand this particular condition birth. What an insightful, smart, full of heart woman. Thank you for sharing her story.

[@SehBeh]

I think this is one of the best interviews Mark has done!!!🙌 Richelle, you are an incredible woman. And I can only imagine the people you have inspired with your story here. The beauty and resiliency in the suffering you have endured is incredible. I could listen to you talk all day! God has done a good work in your life, and I'm so glad to hear of your healing and blessings. God bless you and your son!❤

[@sophieandwayne]

I know 3 intersex people and it was the parents that chose what sex they wanted the child to be, no chromosome testing or see how the child acts or develops. So sad when you know what sex you are but it’s robbed from you. I am so glad she has a wonderful son and that she has done right for many others. I think she will have vip access to the pearly gates when her time is up ❤

[@Iamdianadee]

“But I’m not whining for petsakes and people are dead I can’t do anything to them”😭😭😭😭😭 it’s not even funny but it’s funny. I like her😢

[@jeannetteross5352]

love her and the one liners!

[@kathyminassian1375]

What an inspirational woman, resilient, brave and totally amazing. She is not angry, she doesn’t bear a grudge against her parents, she’s the sort of person that I’d seek as a friend. I pray that she lives a long and fulfilled life, she certainly deserves to. 🌸

[@learningaliving]

Got bless you Richelle and thank you for sharing your story! One of the best guests you have ever had, Mark!

[@deltalady9744]

"To thine own self be true." has always been one of my favorite versus! I lived in Martinsville, IN (1965-1968) worked in Bloomington & Indy during those 3 years (WTTV, Indy School of Dentistry) so I really related to living in that state! She is an inspiration to all who don't believe in the power of prayer and that thru God ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE! She's living testimony to both! So thankful she didn't give up and "end" herself as many others would have done, but overcame her parent's brutality, her husband's sickness and gave back to the world and those less fortunate while bringing love and joy to all of those around her. Totally the most Unselfish, selfless, Christian I've ever heard in my entire life and I'm 78! She really needs to get someone to write her life story and then make a movie or mini-series out of it. These days we could all use a real-life story like Richelle's to help us keep going and to prove that God is the only way some of us are here today! She's another "turtle on the fence post" and I'm sure she'll understand what that represents. God bless her and her son (Erin) and may they continue to live in God's grace and have a long, healthy and prosperous life! 8/2024

[@LongStrangeTrip3]

What a pleasure it was getting to meet and learn about Richelle. Thank you for sharing parts of your story with all of us!

[@EllenMRangel-ew8de]

Out of all the stories that you have shared, this one has to be the best. She's a genuine ✨️ person with a lot of history behind her, and I would like to hear more of her. May God bless her, and I'm keeping her in my prayers 🙏 ❤️

[@Vin-og2dj]

What an incredible and resilient woman. Just amazing! Her heart, her patience. Just amazing!! Well done!

[@vivienlee610]

I stumbled across this by "accident"...what an extraordinary and inspirational woman. She's had so much rubbish in her life but she's not ley it hold her back. Her faith, and knowing God loves her and had plans for her is just so challenging. I have nothing but admiration and respect for the way she has handled everything in such a gracious way. Thank you for sharing this. It's given me food for thought and I'm encouraged and grateful to God for coming across this.

[@cattymajiv]

What a wonderful woman! And what a tragic story! I'm so sorry she suffered so much. Good for her for being so strong! ❤❤❤

[@GrandmaAmanda]

Beautiful. Thank you Mark for having her share a part of her life with us. I could have listened to her for hours.

[@bluemarble03820]

How inspirational. I'm so glad you found a home in a creative community and so grateful that you are willing to share you story. Thank you.

[@Harpingonandon]

You are a beautiful person who somehow overcame awfulness of the worst kind and have come out of it as someone who has accomplished the world. ❤ to you!

[@groovemileage3756]

Wow. I knew from the first few minutes I really liked this lady. THEN her life comes out. And what a beautiful person she is. Thanks for these interviews!

[@leroyleach7581]

....of ALL the videos of yours that I have watched(several years?)...this woman does a great job of inviting people to listen(and, your being 'quietly' attentive certainly adds to it)and absorb her story....compelling for sure.

[@michellebouchard4427]

Why is everyone talking about was Mark rude it not this is about this woman's story. Good grief get a grip no one's perfect. God bless you Mark 🙏❤️ Your interviews are great.

[@marylougeorge9890]

👍👏👏👏❤️

[@julietamez3276]

Richelle! You are an amazing person! You are completely inspiring! I'm so glad you were eventually able to find your answers. I'm just so impressed at all you accomplished in spite of the way you were treated by your parents. I'd love to know you personally!

[@pippadot679]

Amazing story Mark. Thanks you for sharing. Very interesting to hear these stories.

[@karenk3219]

What an amazing story, and the grit and resiliency that you have -- OUTSTANDING! Thank you for sharing; you kept my attention throughout your entire interview! ❤

[@thebridewearsblack]

Bless your grandmother and bless you. Best wishes from Spain Richelle, you moved me; your light sure did.

[@lovinYah838]

She has 2 psychology degrees, is ALSO a nurse, entertainer/producer, missionary, long time cancer sufferer/survivor... ? and the timeline is... wonky 🤔 some of this stuff just doesn’t seem to add up.

[@casperkamp]

To be fair many, if not most, of the interviewees on this channel are very loose with the truth. But yeah this one especially smells like another one of those truly unbelievable 'larger than life' stories.

[@porcupine783]

Yep. Total lies.

[@summrflowers7253]

I'm an RN, from a medical standpoint alone this is all very nonsensical and disjointed.

[@1927su]

Does anyone really tell the absolute truth about the sequence of their life? Most get it right but maybe somethings aren’t remembered perfectly. I know I had so much different experiences there is no way Id tell it all perfectly in an hour or whatever. I’m not gonna judge, or call her a liar or completely truthful either, for one thing I don’t know her personally,, live & let live people

[@Ceerads]

@@1927suYou’ve already judged her if you say you’re not going to judge. And we all judge. Why not? Nothing wrong with judging. Judging is one way we decide whether or not to be with another person.

[@annafitzgerald4939]

So she was a nurse and says they had to lay her upside down to find a vein that had enough water in it????

[@ddz1375]

Should she have said that the lack of volumetric pressure was so prevalent that it necessitated her being suspended until gravity and pressure built up allowing for the insertion of a catheter and interveinious fluids to be administered? I think she would have lost most of the audience with that mouthfuls and came off as rather stuck up.

[@tonyhoffman3309]

There is a lot about this guests story that does not ring true

[@yesim_unal]

On average, blood is 51 percent water. And yes If you don't drink enough water unfortunately consistency of your blood changes. And because blood carries oxygen to all the vital organs it cannot realize its function of carrying oxygen due low water intake. Unfortunately we had to learn this the hard way with my 88 year old father who has COPD. And also lactation without pregnancy is possible. Do a basic google search.

[@mjrotondi5086]

I don’t detect LIAR in this person . She very well may have had the colorful life she describes and she also may have mixed up dates and events. Most people with colorful lives tend to confuse dates and timeframes .

[@frogmouth]

​@yesim_unal you are not correct about lactation . Just google it and get onto reasonable sites eg mayo clinic

[@wendyz.3193]

Rochelle, you are AMAZING. Thank you for your incredible story and vulnerability! You're a champion and a huge inspiration!

[@nikkibunny420]

So crazy you have all these people from Indiana on here! Watching from South bend IN

[@midwestmusic1909]

Anderson here! 😄

[@verifiedqb1775]

Mishawaka here lol

[@deeross9720]

Greenfield

[@suzannerichardson3409]

Salem

[@hwyjourney7774]

Indy here

[@melissabirch459]

Amazing she is also a Sepsis survivor. Very few recover successfully from this condition. Most die or become severely disabled

[@lupesizeer2508]

Thank u! Good to put out to the general public. We need more people like u 💜

[@Annie-ZA]

What a lovely lady. Such a shame that she was subjected to such incredible abuse by her parents. Pure evil. Dear Richelle, you are truly lovely and deserve utmost respect my dear. THANK YOU for sharing your tragic story. Sending you much love and abundant blessings from South Africa. 🌞🌍🦓

[@haroldor1]

hats off to the interviewer. that's how it should be done. let people tell their story.

[@rebeccasmith1846]

I am so very proud of you for sharing your private story that's really no body else's business. You are so knowledgeable and seem to know who you are and that's great God has helped you on your journey. Earth 🌎 life is so confusing and hurtful sometimes. Thank you for your story.

[@mariacperez-fondon543]

This lady is a survivor, not matter what life throughs at her, she will conquered it...her positivity and her strength is remarkable. Her story is very interesting and i personally really enjoyed it. ❤

[@Chris-rv5mm]

Thank you for sharing with us, Richelle. God bless you.

[@MScott-fi4wm]

I listened to this interview right after listening to the 72 year old only fans "girl" interview and was struck by both the similarity and stark contrast. The OF intervew left me feeling sad. The woman was disengaged with her family and community, with a life focused on making lots of money, with little regard for the fact that she was facilitating infidelity and compromising family relationships. It was striking that the two women had so much in common, probably about the same age, each with a son who has challenges, medical complications, career interruptions, etc. However, Richelle is living a purposeful life that is focused on making the world a better place. She is involved politically, with her community, her church, her family, and serves disadvantaged people. She has wisdom and truly cares about strengthening families and enriching lives. Please bring her back often! She inspires me to be a better person. What a beautiful story of grace, forgiveness, and purpose told by a strong, dignified, and beautiful woman.

[@muffinsangria1]

I am also intersex. It is very hard to live your life with the weight of shame it carries. I don’t know what specific condition she has, but we all carry a lot of trauma. From awful doctors to our families being ashamed of us to the way society makes fun of us. It’s honestly radical and defiant that we continue to exist despite all this.

[@MelanieT.-vv2cb]

Richelle you are such a strong and resilient woman. I am inspired. God bless you!

[@lorigirl65]

What an amazing woman! Her life is inspiring. I loved her life story & her dedication to God. She could write a book, screen write that & direct her own film. God bless her🦋🌺🌞

[@davemcd9077]

I gotta say, Mr.Laita, I've watched a few of your interviews, but this woman and the Amish lesbian are two human beings that make me shake most of my worries and discomforts of a disruptive life away. My worries and disturbances are miniscule compared to what these two women of tremendous inner strength have lived through. And I don't feel selfish for saying so, which at this point, I will consider a good thing. "Thank You!" for doing what you do.

[@KarlaElaine100]

Amazing story and interview! What an awesome lady!

[@marybarratt2649]

What a fantastic woman she is. I can only applaud her for coming through all that trauma strong in nature and beautiful in spirit. Blessings to you Richelle.

[@thomasbullock6934]

Great interview! We need a part 2!

[@Rotty_Mom]

Fellow Hoosier here 👋🏿 . Love to you Richelle.

[@kellyhiggins4234]

Michelle , thank you for sharing I never heard of " intersex " that aside just going back to your memories i know is never easy but, you are helping others . You seem to be happy and I truly hope you are especially after all you endored. I do find it a blessing that you have your boy , your baby and he was given a loving caring soul. I don't know how old he is but, I do believe he's loved . We are all learning to live with being seniors and i think that people whom are born into a home with abuse and not recieving the care or necessities as others that we are robbed of our childhood and for the most part we are lead down a path called , " survival ", that by the time we are finally blessed our life is half over. Welll, I wish you well and know I will have you and your son within my prayers. Continued Blessings .. ❤

[@dorothyjakab8285]

She’s a great woman. Thank you for this interview.

[@mibluejay616]

What a beautiful story of faith and resilience. Absolutely amazing woman. Much Respect 😊

[@jessica.bowman]

The way she speaks and her mannerisms remind me so much of my grandmother who passed in 2019. What an incredible woman she is. Also wanted to mention that I have the same blood type.

[@92TampaChick813]

This is my favorite interview, she is defiant and resilient. Such an amazing person she is definitely doing the work god told her ❤

[@pinkpineapples8645]

BEAUTIFUL! Thank you Richelle and Mark!

[@benjaminskwirut]

What an EXCELLENT interview.

[@ferpie222am]

She can write a book! Riveting! "I dont regret marrying the man I married." "I regret waiting to divorce him." Shes amazing! The ENDE is a great chapter! What a fighter! God bless her! To thy known self be true! Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. What a beautiful, smart and brave lady! ❤

[@kracchi1113]

The last question: “ what have you learned”’ I guessed the answer before she said it: “be true to yourself”!

[@jbb2650]

What an incredible woman. What she went through in her life was heartbreaking. She is very interesting. God bless her.

[@lancelehmkuhl]

Thank you for your story. You have immeasurable strength.

[@nancalvert2468]

At what point did she become a nurse? (I thought she was a singer/actor.) Also, O negative blood does not have the Rh factor. Ten years in liver failure - hmm... So, 25 years as a missionary. Married for 17 years prior to that. Ten years in liver failure post transplant with a lengthy hospitalization and recovery in between those events. Fifty years in the entertainment industry before and after the above events. And, 2 psychology degrees working as a counselor to "nutty people". WOW.

[@jennyfrench4031]

Just be quiet

[@nolabooth2904]

You go,girl!!!!!!lol😊

[@themuckler8176]

You're wrong about the blood. Rh Null is the only blood without any Rh factor. The other two do, Rh negative and Rh positive

[@nancalvert2468]

@@themuckler8176 "Blood is further classified as being either "Rh positive" (meaning it has Rh factor) or "Rh negative" (without Rh factor). So, there are eight possible blood types: O negative. This blood type doesn't have A or B markers, and it doesn't have Rh factor." Looks like you are wrong.