The 5th episode of our voter education series - Made It Out (to the polls) takes a deep dive into how the radical right-wing has used the bible and weaponized it against the LGBTQ community and to pass regressive laws. Organizer from Houston, Lauren Ashley Simmons discusses, the various anti-LGBTQ laws being passed around the country, including book bans, gender-affirming care bans and bathroom bans. This episode also includes many fun cameos to explain political concepts including: Chelsea Cutl...
Oct 10, 2024•43 min
Mal is joined by her (fast) friend Talin to discuss their experiences dating people who are not out to their families. This episode is a fiery mix of fun, heart, and sexy!! Thank you to this episode's sponsors! Squarespace : Head to https://www.squarespace.com/MADE to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MADE . OSEA: Head to https://www.oseamalibu.com and use code MADE for 10% off. Please follow our guest @talincapree and check out her podcast "Honey I'm Home" on Sp...
Oct 08, 2024•53 min•Ep. 49
Join Minnesota State Senator Erin Maye Quade for the 4th episode of our voter education series - Made It Out (to the polls)! This episode's discussion centers around reproductive healthcare with a focus on IVF - and understanding why it's at risk today. Senator Quade explains the Alabama court ruling that has had ripples across the country. This conversation also addresses gender affirming care bans, the anti-abortion movement's long term plan, and also includes fun cameos to explain political c...
Oct 03, 2024•34 min
Victoria Williams joins Mal this week to discuss various aspects of merging lives with a partner: from figuring out finances, homeownership, overcoming background & cultural differences and debating whether the dog should or should not be allowed to sleep in the bed... (the only correct answer here is NO!) Follow our guest @vickto_willy and follow the podcast @madeitoutpodcast! Shop our MERCH! https://www.madeitoutpodcast.com/category/all-products If you have a minute it would mean so much t...
Oct 01, 2024•38 min•Ep. 50
On the 3rd episode of Made It Out (to the polls), Mal sits down with Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin to discuss her incredible work for LGBTQ rights, specifically The Respect For Marriage Act. This episode explains the history of same-sex marriage as well as the threats posed to Obergefell by the current makeup of the Supreme Court and another Trump presidency - it also includes many fun cameos to explain political concepts including: Alix Traeger, Zoya Biglary, Hina and Zolita! Follow our guest...
Sep 26, 2024•34 min
The episode you've all been DMing us for! This week we've got an expert in the house: none other than sex therapist Casey Tanner, MA, LCPC, CST. Casey answers some of our most frequently asked questions, including: - Is Lesbian Bed Death real or a myth? - How can a couple get out of a sex rut? - Should my partner and I schedule sex? - How do we compromise in a relationship where partners have vastly different sex drives? - How can past trauma impact sexual desire? - How important is sex, really,...
Sep 24, 2024•41 min•Ep. 47
This is the 2nd episode of our voter education series for queer women: Made It Out (to the polls), in collaboration with LPAC. This episode, Texas State Senator Molly Cook and our host Mal share their personal stories of getting abortions in Texas, the stigmas and misconceptions that came with it, and discuss the status of abortion laws today. Senator Cook explains the Roe V. Wade case and why it was overturned, and multiple celebrity cameos such as Shannon Beveridge, Jonica Booth, and more, hel...
Sep 19, 2024•43 min
Welcome to our voter education series for queer women: Made It Out (to the polls), in collaboration with LPAC. This limited series will air on Thursdays for 4 weeks, but we wanted to share an episode on our regular Tuesday slot to show you what it's about. This episode, Vermont State Representative Becca Balint discusses Project 2025 - she explains what it is, how real of a threat it is to the LGBTQ community and what we can do to stop it. This episode also includes cameos from Jacqueline Toboni...
Sep 17, 2024•52 min
Sisters Cristal and Alisa Ramirez of 'The Aces' share their experiences growing up in a Mormon family, their struggles with religion and queerness, and their journeys to self-acceptance. They discuss challenging traditional Mormon expectations, rebelling against societal norms, and how music has always been their North Star. The conversation also covers their relationship, changes in faith, and the importance of following what brings you joy. Follow our guests @cristalramirezz @alisa_ramirez and...
Sep 10, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 46
This week, Jenna shares her journey of overcoming addiction to adderall and cocaine in her early 20s. She opens up about her rehab experience: a life-changing time where she learned about herself and formed really meaningful connections, and how she learned to find dopamine in healthy ways. Jenna talks about the challenges of managing social events centered around alcohol and drugs, especially after coming off "MTV's Are You The One", and the importance of supportive relationships and honesty in...
Sep 03, 2024•54 min•Ep. 47
This week's episode is special for many reasons - watch until the end for a big announcement! Janelle shares her personal journey battling cancer in her early 20s and how it impacted her life: from coming out to finding a greater purpose. Janelle discusses the stages of fighting for her life, occasionally letting in her "darkness", and how her wife's love helped her overcome the toughest battle. The second half of this episode focuses on LPAC and its purpose: getting queer women and non-binary f...
Aug 27, 2024•53 min•Ep. 44
Comedian Gracin and Mal share their experiences with having an Anxious Attachment style: the roots, the tendencies, how it impacts their relationships, and their journey to healing! We also discuss important matters like Julia Fox's coming out, dream jobs at Macy's, and ugly criers. Follow our guest @emgracedawg, follow the podcast at @madeitoutpodcast and follow mal @malglowenke Please don't forget to leave us a review on Apple, rate us on Spotify, and share with someone who has an avoidant att...
Aug 20, 2024•55 min•Ep. 43
Have you always wanted to take a gender studies class but didn’t want to pay that pesky tuition? You’re in luck! This week, Professor Fightmaster is going to discuss the true meaning of masculinity and femininity, society’s construct of gender, the impact of the male gaze, toxic masculinity and gender fluidity. More importantly, this episode answers burning questions like how do we unlearn the norms that we’ve been taught, and where are the nuts? Get your notebooks out and ready! Follow our gues...
Aug 13, 2024•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 42
FULL EPISODE: Christina joins Mal this week to share her journey of coming out to her traditional Indian family and the journey that led her to her beautiful wedding in Italy. From experiencing homophobia while ring shopping, to proposing to her girlfriend on the cliffs of Santorini, this episode hits a lot of highs and lows! Christina discusses the cultural expectations she faced at home, her parents' supportive response to her coming out, and the process of planning her elopement. Follow our g...
Aug 06, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Lauren Sanderson, iconic queer musician, shares her personal journey of understanding her avoidant attachment style, influenced by her upbringing with divorced parents. She discusses the challenges she faced, how it affected her romantic relationships, the anxious-avoidant trap, and her path to healing. Mal opens up about her anxious attachment style and how she has worked towards healing this as well. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-love, vulnerability, authenticity, and sett...
Jul 30, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Grammy-nominated songwriter, singer and actor Taylor Parx shares her story of breaking off her engagement and experiencing heartbreak for the first time. That ish is not fun. She discusses the challenges faced during this time and gives expert break up advice - from none other than the woman who wrote "Thank U, Next". Follow our guest @taylaparx and check out her new album on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6y9GtAWTtSJPGBsa9LDSa7?si=d8ZLDJS5RsKQ5jxBsFBG3g Shop our new "for the girls" mer...
Jul 23, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Comedian Robby Hoffman joins Mal on the couch this week to share her story of being outed at a conservative Jewish school. She explains some of the Jewish views on homosexuality, how she contemplated marrying a nice rich man instead of coming out, the aftermath of her first lesbian break up, and her journey to happiness with former Bachelorette Gabby Windey. Follow our guest @robbyhoffman and listen to her podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0gPeSf2fpW4rPczuYUvljp?si=41c311fb98334061 Listen t...
Jul 16, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 38
The talented Kathryn Gallagher joins Mal for a chat this week - in the woods of Connecticut! Kathryn and Mal discuss the pressures faced by young women who grow up in a world where winning the affection of men is the ultimate goal - and how that affected their ability to recognize their sexuality. The conversation dives into difficult topics such as overcoming sexual trauma and unwanted encounters with men, but emphasizes the importance of facing and healing from your past. *Content Warning: Thi...
Jul 09, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Comedian Madi Hart walks us through growing up as the "rebellious queer kid" in a very religious and conservative family. She discusses the conflicts she faced, particularly around her queer identity, and the intersection of misogyny and homophobia that surrounded her. Madi's experiences highlight the complexity of maintaining relationships with differing views and the importance of empathy, understanding, and self-acceptance. But best of all - Madi shares the story of hilariously ending up on p...
Jul 02, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Alyson Stoner, Actor, Dancer, Podcast Host, and CEO of Movement Genius, delves into the significance of the mind-body connection, particularly in relation to the queer experience. They discuss the gap in mental health practices that overlook this connection and share their personal health journey. The conversation also addresses the challenges faced by faith communities in accepting queerness, emphasizing the importance of self-expression, and why ghosting someone who texts in ALL CAPS is basica...
Jun 25, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Rebekah Peppler, renowned food writer and stylist, shares the story of her coming out after experiencing love at first sight in a Paris perfume shop, her quick but permanent move to France, and how it all led to her new cookbook 'Le Sud'. Rebekah explains the importance of interweaving queerness into her writing and art, and the inspiration behind the project. The episode also covers the challenges of separating self-worth from work, handling feedback, and a shares the easiest recipe from the bo...
Jun 18, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Lesbian TikTok Icon Soph Mosca joins Mal this week to discuss how social media intersected with her coming out journey, and the positive impact that Lesbian TikTok has had on Gen-Z. From the highs of being in a public relationship to the lows of a breakup played out in front of millions, Soph also shares valuable insight and advice on navigating personal struggles in the public eye. If you're ready for love, download Hinge today! https://hin.ge/MadeItOut [hin.ge] Shop our pride merch: https://ww...
Jun 11, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Musician/Actor/Dancer Kat Cunning joins us this week for a candid and poetic conversation around gender, pronouns and dispelling the binary. Kat interweaves their journey from dance to music and acting, and how these artforms empowered their queerness. Kat emphasizes the importance of existing beyond binary constructs and setting boundaries around asking people to respect your pronouns. Follow our guest @katcunning and check out their music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0THdxk7bYWo...
Jun 04, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Lesbian celebrity hairstylist Rala joins Mal for a juicy episode!!!!!!! She shares the story of a toxic relationship with a USPS package thief... and a compulsive liar. The episode delves into the emotional turmoil experienced, the decision to leave, and the healing process. The discussion further explores the impact of betrayal on self-esteem, the journey of rebuilding self-esteem, and the lessons learned from past relationships. Follow our guest @hairbyrala and please don't forget to rate on S...
May 28, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Comedian/Creator Rachel Samples is on the pod this week and WHAT A TREAT IT IS! Rachel shares the story of her first lesbian relationship with... wait for it... her former college roommate (and sorority president!) The two kept their relationship hidden for a year before finally coming out. Spoiler Alert: They eventually break up, but Rachel spits some hard facts on why the first WLW breakup is the hardest. This episode will lovingly remind you that we shouldn't use distractions and stay busy to...
May 21, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 30
[Video available on Spotify and YouTube] Becca Tilley joins Mal this week to discuss her relationship with "Lesbian Jesus" Hayley Kiyoko - how it started, the conversations that led to keeping it private for years (but don't worry, Taylor Swift knew the whole time), and the challenges that came with being two public figures in a private relationship. Becca chronicles her journey from her southern, christian upbringing, going on The Bachelor (twice!) and finally falling in love for the first time...
May 14, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we bring you a conversation centered around queer mental health and borderline personality disorder, with Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Jordan Werner. Jordan discusses the complexities of queer mental health and the patterns she sees in her LGBT-identifying clients: anxiety, shame, and identity issues. Jordan discusses the employment of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in her practice: a modality developed for the treatment of Borderline Pe...
May 07, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Singer-Songwriter Zolita joins Mal this week for an honest conversation about food and disordered eating. Zolita opens up about her battle with anorexia throughout her young adulthood, the health implications it had, and how she finally overcame it. Mal shares details of her binge eating disorder, the yo-yo effects of extreme diets, and how she still struggles with finding balance today. This episode also explores a correlation between eating disorders and coming out, how being vegan is often us...
Apr 30, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Get out your pen and paper - Professor Kej is here to whip your wardrobe into shape! This episode looks into how your style evolves and changes as you come out and become more in tune with your queerness. Kej shares her journey with clothes and how she struggled to express herself through outfits when she was unsure of who she was, and how realizing she was gay shaped her. This episode also answers questions such as: How do I build the perfect closet? How should I handle body insecurities? How d...
Apr 23, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 26
This week, Mal and Cammie Scott talk mental health. Cammie opens up about her early struggles of being a very anxious child, dealing with PMDD as an adult, and facing a depressive episode during what should've been the easiest and healthiest time of her life. The two discuss facing sadness while in happy relationships, the pros and cons of psychiatric medicine, and the importance of finding the right therapist. *Content Warning: This episode contains content that may be challenging to some liste...
Apr 16, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 25
