Lesbian Chronicles: Coming Out Later in Life

Lesbian Chronicles is a podcast for people who’ve realized their true sexual identity later in life. Alli and Melisa share their own experiences of leaving their heterosexual marriages to be their true selves in an effort to help others find their own way and feel a little less alone in the process.

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Episodes

Episode 11: Listener Questions

This week we cover a few questions we’ve gotten from our lovely listeners. Then we go off the rails a little and end up talking Roombas, recycling and the pH levels of water. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Aug 18, 2019•39 min

Episode 10: A Chat with Dr. Jaime Blandino

Melisa and Alli sit down with Dr. Jaime Blandino to discuss the shame that surrounds coming out. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Aug 11, 2019•36 min

Episode 9: Living in Your Marriage

Alli and Melisa talk about staying married even when you know you’re gay or “not straight.” We also talk about Julianna Hough coming out as “not straight.” And today’s FM and *not* kill... the US Women’s Soccer Team. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support ....

Aug 08, 2019•38 min

Special Segment: Alli talks to her teen daughter

Short interview with Alli’s teenage daughter regarding divorce and having a gay mother. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Aug 06, 2019•14 min

Episode 8: The Master Doc

Melisa and Alli talk about a popular document viewed by women questioning their sexuality. And for FMK... we swoon over the lovely Jennifer Anniston! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Jul 29, 2019•48 min

Episode 7: It’s Not About Sex

Alli and Melisa discuss the aspects to relationships with women ... and no, it’s about sex. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Jul 22, 2019•31 min

Episode 6: The Dating Game

Alli and Melisa talk about the levels of difficulty to coming out at different stages in life. And the dating game! Where are the single ladies? Do you buy flowers for women? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Jul 14, 2019•28 min

Episode 5: Grieving your Marriage

Alli and Melisa discuss the process of grieving your marriage and allowing yourself and your husband the time to do so. We also finally started to watch The Handmaids Tale! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Jul 07, 2019•27 min

Episode 4: The Hard Conversation

Alli and Melisa talk about the difficulties of telling your significant other you are gay. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Jun 28, 2019•28 min

Episode 3: Make Me a Damn Sandwich

Alli and Melisa here at Nashville Pride! We are joined by our friend Marie and we talk a lot about sex... and sandwiches. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Jun 23, 2019•30 min

Episode 2: How did you know?

Alli and Melisa go into more details on when/how they knew they are gay. We also answer a listener question on keeping the peace between your ex and new girlfriend. And we bring Nicole Kidman back from the dead! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support ....

Jun 17, 2019•28 min

Episode 1: From the Closet but not in the Closet

Alli and Melisa’s first Lesbian Chronicles episode.... recorded from Alli’s closet! Literally! We cover our stories about coming out later in life and how we are now safely on the other side. This is for anyone coming out be it as gay, lesbian, or transgender. Especially for those who are leaving heterosexual marriages/relationships. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support ....

Jun 11, 2019•36 min

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