About Monica...
“The Forrest Gump of Trans Women”
MONICA MIATELLO
Aside from writing, Monica Miatello enjoys riding her motorcycle, playing the drums, ten-pin bowling, and golfing. In fact, she is currently serving as the ladies’ captain at her golf club. She is an avid sports fan and enjoys watching NFL football, NHL hockey, golf, and professional bowling when available.
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Monica lives in Beaverton, Ontario, with her wife, Lori, and their dog and cat. Their daughters and extended family—including her ex-wife, Sandy—are often visitors at their lakeside home.
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Previous Writing & Speaking
October 29, 2021 - Guest Column on smerconish.com
A Trans-Woman’s Impression of Dave Chappelle’s ‘The Closer’
"In the wake of a transgender uproar over Dave Chappelle’s Netflix special 'The Closer,' I was charged by Michael Smerconish to provide my thoughts on this controversial offering. I was asked to provide my own thoughts on the special because I have lived the past twenty-four years of my life as a woman and underwent full genital surgery, including breast augmentation, in March 1999. So, I signed into Netflix with trepidation, found the special in question, took a deep breath, and clicked play. I was prepared to feel belittled, worthless, and freakish like I had often felt in the past..."
(Read the full story here: https://www.smerconish.com/exclusive-content/a-trans-womans-impression-of-dave-chappelle-the-closer/)
December 21, 2015 - Featured Speaker on MoMondays London Ontario
This video also shows a teaser from my speaking performance at MoMondays.
June 8, 2015 - Featured Speaker on MoMondays London Ontario
This video shows a teaser from my speaking performance at this great event.