Abigail Sanny and Rezty Felty

Abigail (A) asks Rezty (R) about joining the military. R says it’s a tradition going back generations in their family, but that their view on the military has changed over time and they hope their children will break the tradition.

A reflects on how living in different areas has shaped her sense of self.

R asks A about her faith, and A says that during the COVID-19 pandemic, she has studied the Bible on her own.

A says her paternal grandparents were her biggest influences, and R shares how their mother, father, and Robert Heinlein influenced them and their views on life. R shares how their mother supported their intellectual growth from a very young age.

A shares her personal political values, saying she’s not affiliated with any party but that she doesn’t believe the government needs to regulate everything. She talks about the lack of support for the middle class, particularly parents.

R says they’re a registered Democrat, but that they align more with Democratic Socialists. They mention being worried about the influence of Christianity in legislation.

A and R talk about abortion, LGBTQ rights, lack of support for poor people, and how racism affects these issues.

R shares that they have always been genderfluid, but that they didn’t have a word for it until five years ago. They share how their wife reacted when they came out.

A shares that she has a friend with a nonbinary child and reflects on the kind of parent she wants to be as far as supporting her children. R shares their experiences as a parent with kids who are all over the LGBTQ spectrum.

R gives A some advice for a long happy marriage.