https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/episode-17.mp3 In this episode of the New Lesbian Podcast, we discuss the 50th Anniversary of Pride and what Pride means for us, our love of the NYC Dyke March, and the prevalence of misogyny in the queer community. We discuss a listener’s reaction to our last episode, and Edie also reads an excerpt from her new memoir. Then, it’s everyone’s favorite segment, Who Would You Do: Friends edition! Thoughts on anything you heard in th...
Jun 09, 2019
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/episode-16.mp3 (Tech note: This episode is recorded in Stereo, so you need both earbuds in!) Well, it’s been over a year– quelle surprise– but we’re back! Listen in for an update on our lives, how we’re making our relationship work this time around, an exciting announcement about Edie’s memoir (finally!), and a lovely listener update. We also dig in to someone identifying as straight after identifying as queer–what are the implic...
May 11, 2019
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/episode-15.mp3 THREE MONTHS after recording this episode (and almost TWO YEARS after the last episode was released, oops!), Edie is finally back, and with a special guest! Listen in for a major life update, plus an in depth discussion of “Lesbian Bed Death” (spoiler alert: not a real thing, don’t call it that!) and how to navigate differing sex drives in a relationship. IMPORTANT STUFF, LOVELIES so listen up! And of course it wou...
Mar 30, 2018
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/episode-14.mp3 What it says on the tin! It’s just Edie in this episode of the New Lesbian podcast, and she answers a listener question that has at some point been ALL of our question in the early stages of realizing that maybe we’re not-so-straight–how do I actually start dating women?? What do I say? What if I’m Bi? Is that ok? (Short answer: yes.) Then a mini-check in on Edie’s mental state, and a new segment, “Edie Reads” wher...
Aug 29, 2016
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/episode-13.mp3 OMG you guys! Episode 13 is finally here, only a year late! Settle in for an hour+ conversation between Edie, Elle, and 5 of their closest friends about all things queer. We cover dating apps, the disappearance of gay spaces in New York, the politics of Fire Island, freedom (or not) from gender roles and labels in the world of same-sex relationships, and tons more. Thanks so much to our brilliant, thoughtful friend...
Aug 06, 2016
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/episode-12.mp3 We answer more fantastic questions from you lovelies, like: How do you meet gays in a conservative town? How can you tell if someone you’re into is gay? How do you tell a husband/boyfriend that your sexuality has shifted?? Then, Edie can’t help herself and gushes again about how powerful it is for us to share our stories with each other. Sharing is caring! Then, it’s Peeves and Props and Who Would You Do, and someh...
Sep 18, 2015
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/episode-11.mp3 In this episode of the podcast, we answer more great questions from you, including how to fight fair (spoiler alert: we don’t know!) and how to help a trans sibling. Then it’s Who Would You Do, where we learn about Edie’s obsession with Chopped on the Food Network. PLUS: A special offer from our favorite online underthings boutique, Bluestockings Boutique!! We love them. Also appearing in this episode: Tequila; rog...
Aug 28, 2015
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/episode-10.mp3 In this episode of the New Lesbian podcast, we celebrate marriage equality (yay!!), answer some questions from you, our lovely listeners, and talk about some of the emails and comments we’ve gotten in the past 6 months while we were off the air (and give you some dirt on why we REALLY weren’t podcasting). We’ve heard some really powerful stories from so many of you–please keep writing in and sharing your experience...
Jul 06, 2015
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/episode-9.mp3 Finally! It’s Season 2 of the New Lesbian podcast and in this episode it’s a queer news roundup: the tragic continuing trend of teen Trans* suicides, the unveiling of Caitlyn Jenner, the WNBA romance debacle, and the rise of the gay Youtuber. We round things out with everyone’s favorite/most hated segment, Who Would You Do: Harry Potter addition, where Edie explains why Virgos make the best lovers. PLUS, we’ve got a...
Jun 18, 2015
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/episode-8.mp3 It’s Thanksgaying at the New Lesbian podcast and Elle is a little drunk! In this episode we talk about how we handled yet another family gathering in the pseudo-south, the continued annoyance of having to endlessly come out, and how much of our hiding our relationship might be coming from…ourselves? Then it’s Props and Peeves, where we rant a little too much about Amtrak trains. We recorded this episode late at nigh...
Nov 27, 2014
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/episode-7.mp3 Aaaannnnd we’re back! On this episode of the New Lesbian Podcast, we give you an update on what’s been going on with us, how moving in went, and how bad we are at following our own advice. Then it’s Props and Props because we love all the things including Shonda Rhimes and gay men doing it. Finally, new segment Tell Us What the F*ck to Do and Who Would You Do: Modern Family edition! Show Links: Shonda Rhimes schools...
Nov 16, 2014
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/episode-6.mp3 In this episode of the New Lesbian Podcast, we discuss some lesbian couples we love, and how seeing femme lesbians in the media matters. We answer some listener questions sent in from ask.fm , including how to prepare for moving in with your girlfriend! Then, a new segment, Peeves and Props, and everyone’s favorite, Who Would You Do: Grey’s Anatomy edition! newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com Episode Links: Samira Wiley...
Sep 01, 2014
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/episode-5.mp3 In this very special episode of the New Lesbian Podcast, we discuss the meaning of the word “queer”, inspired by some fairly upsetting things we’ve read on twitter lately. Then, it’s Who Would You Do: Mighty Ducks edition. (Yes, you read that right, just go with it.) newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com Links : Edie’s Facebook friend: MJGardner.com Derek Jarman (British Gay Rights Activist) The Mighty Ducks Movie Aaron S...
Aug 19, 2014
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/episode-41.mp3 In this episode we talk about Elle meeting ALL of Edie’s family on a visit to the South, during which Edie dissociated slightly, and why you shouldn’t start a detox when you’re introducing your girlfriend to your family. We also answer a listener question about what to do when you’re feeling scared about dating. Then it’s Who Would You Do: Orphan Black edition! (Watch that show, guys, it’s excellent.) newlesbianpod...
Aug 03, 2014
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/episode-3.mp3 In this episode of the New Lesbian podcast, we discuss our pride plans, our endless love for Tegan and Sara, and talk about some new-to-you reader/listener questions. Edie shares her experience with dental dams, and then it’s Who Would You Do: Buffy the Vampire Slayer Edition! Share your thoughts with us at newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com Links: Tegan and Sara-So Jealous World Pride, Toronto Edie’s First Pride Dyke ...
Jun 28, 2014
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/episode-2-full.mp3 In this episode of the New Lesbian podcast we answer listener questions about having sex with a girl for the first time, and the best things about dating women. We discuss realistic lesbian portrayals on screen, our favorite lesbian sex scenes, and how Orange is the New Black continues to DO IT RIGHT. Also, Scissoring? Yes? No? How? We have some slightly harsh words for Jodie Foster, and our first installment o...
Jun 15, 2014
https://newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/episode-1-final.mp3 In this first episode of the New Lesbian podcast we introduce ourselves, talk about why we wanted to start this podcast, and answer questions from you! Did we answer yours?? Plus, Who Would You Do?-Orange is the New Black edition! newlesbianpodcast.wordpress.com Links to stuff we talked about: Here’s the Thing with Alec Baldwin-Rosie O’Donnell interview Samira Wiley’s instagram Send us your questions on ask.fm...
Jun 08, 2014
