If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Toxic People, Toxic Times Coffee Break With KA & Dana: Meaningful Conversations From A Lesbian Perspective Toxic people spew negativity to demean and deflate you. And they think you're the problem. Whatever insult or injury they've inflicted upon you, it's either your fault or you're making a mountain out of a molehill. -- Psychology Today (2017) In this episode, KA and Dana discuss the topic of toxic people and toxic times: Handling them in the wor...
Feb 03, 2019•22 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Rebecca Langham Recommends 5 F/F Speculative Fiction Books Les Do Books In this episode, Tara’s joined by author Rebecca Langham (aka Kara Ripley), who shares five speculative fiction books that she loves, all of which feature queer women! Have a listen to see which books she recommends, why she loves them, and some of the other things she appreciates about reading lesfic. Check out Rebecca’s recommendations: Rabbits of the Apocalypse by Benny Lawrence ...
Jan 31, 2019•55 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Beneath Everything by Suzie Carr Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. In this episode we hear the first chapter of the audiobook for Beneath Everything by Suzie Carr Synopsis Sarah Destin is a highly successful marketing executive who makes great money, lives in a beautiful home, and drives a sweet car with an engine that purrs. She should be thrilled, but somewhe...
Jan 29, 2019•13 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Get A Hobby Coffee Break With KA & Dana: Meaningful Conversations From A Lesbian Perspective Whether you love woodworking, playing guitar, gardening, playing bridge, or making jewelry, hobbies can be soul-nurturing endeavors with health benefits. In this episode, KA and Dana discuss the topic of hobbies including: why we need them potential physical health benefits potential mental health benefits hobby suggestions About the hosts KA is an author of...
Jan 27, 2019•22 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi The Curvy Side of Life by Suzie Carr Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. In this episode we hear the first chapter of the audiobook for The Curvy Side of Life by Suzie Carr Synopsis With her divorce finally behind her, Faith Miller is ready to move forward. And then, life tosses her a few unavoidable curveballs. Before long, she finds herself traveling down to he...
Jan 22, 2019•31 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Combating Seasonal and Holiday Depression Coffee Break With KA & Dana: Meaningful Conversations From A Lesbian Perspective The holiday season can be difficult for anyone suffering from depression, but it can be especially difficult for many in the LGBT community, a community at higher risk for depression and suicide than the general population. In this episode, KA and Dana discuss the topic of depression including: symptoms and treatment why it's wo...
Jan 20, 2019•27 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Fiona Riley's Lesbian Fiction Journey Les Do Books Riley Fiona Riley joins Tara to share the story of how she discovered lesfic, how she went on to find fanfic, what she thinks about the current state of lesbian fiction, and the types of books she likes to read now. Check out the books Fiona mentions here: Thirteen Hours by Meghan O’Brien Desire by Starlight by Radclyffe Family Affair by Saxon Bennett The Sex Therapist Next Door by Meghan O’Brien Tara i...
Jan 17, 2019•24 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi First Fall by Genevieve Fortin Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. In this episode we hear a reading from First Fall by Genevieve Fortin Synopsis Audrey Eriksson gladly gave up fast-paced city living and all its complications years ago. Living in quiet St. Georges suits her perfectly and she’s quite content with her surroundings. But then an unexpected work assig...
Jan 15, 2019•9 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Making and Keeping New Year's Resolutions Coffee Break With KA & Dana: Meaningful Conversations From A Lesbian Perspective According to www.entrepreneur.com, "a lot of people have great resolution ideas to achieve their goals, like automatic bank transfers for saving money and a new smartwatch to help with weight loss. However, statistics show that only 9.2 percent of people ever achieve their New Year's resolutions and break free from their bad hab...
Jan 13, 2019•24 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Starting 2019 Right Les Talk About It Episode 5 of 5 The Holiday Special In this episode Sheena and Tamara share their thoughts on new years resolutions and how they do them. They talk about: Starting the year being grateful and hopeful Why action is important How Tamara plans to make her goals stick Why lesfic can and should now cross over to mainstream Plus they read comments about the new year from listeners About The Hosts Sheena comes from a media ...
Jan 06, 2019•21 min•Season 10Ep. 80
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Katherine V. Forrest Shares Her Lesbian Fiction Journey Les Do Books In this episode, Tara is joined by Katherine V. Forrest, author of the iconic Curious Wine, Kate Delafield mystery series and Coral Dawn sci fi series. She shares the first lesbian fiction books she found, what what excites her about the current state of the genre, and her hopes for the future. Check out the books Katherine V. Forrest discusses: The Well of Loneliness by Radclyffe Hall...
Jan 03, 2019•41 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Locked Inside by Annette Mori Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. In this episode we hear a reading from Locked Inside by Annette Mori. Synopsis How much does the power of love matter to someone who has overcome obstacles greater than most people face in a lifetime? Carly, a beautiful and vivacious young woman, sees something in the semi-comatose Belinda and they...
Jan 01, 2019•10 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi A Very Merry Gay Christmas Les Talk About It Episode 4 of 5 The Holiday Special Sheena and Tamara chat about a very gay family that is quite loosely linked to Christmas carols. Have a wonderful festive season About The Hosts Sheena comes from a media background and in 2014 she started The Lesbian Review, a website dedicated to reviewing the best lesbian books and movies. In 2016 A podcast channel seemed like a natural progression and so she started The ...
Dec 24, 2018•5 min•Season 10Ep. 79
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi 7 Holiday F/F Reads Les Do Books It’s Christmas next week! So what better time to kick back and relax with one (or seven!) beautiful f/f holiday romances? Listen as Tara and Sheena, founder of The Lesbian Review and The Lesbian Talkshow, share their favourites, which are sure leave you feeling festive. Check out their recommendations: It Had to Be You by Clare Lydon - exclusively available when you sign up for her mailing list! Under a Falling Star by J...
Dec 20, 2018•18 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Driven by Suzanne Falter Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. In this episode we hear a reading from Driven by Suzanne Falter Synopsis Who says you can't find the love of your life while you're getting your tire fixed? Even IF your boss is actively trying to close her garage? Driven is the oldest woman-owned garage in Oakland - and the pride of the lesbian communi...
Dec 18, 2018•12 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi How To Be A Happy Lesbian During The Holiday Season Les Talk About It Episode 3 of 5 The Holiday Special Tamara and Sheena talk about being a lesbian during the holiday season. They spread the joy and give some advice on how to get through the holiday season and come out better for it or at least not worse off. They suggest: Find an online community that is positive and makes you feel good Read or do activities you find relaxing and not stressful Split ...
Dec 16, 2018•10 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Mistletoe Mishap by Siri Caldwell Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. In this episode we hear the author reading an excerpt from Mistletoe Mishap by Siri Caldwell. Synopsis On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave me a kiss...on the cheek. On the second day, she gave me a cup of coffee. (Actually, I shared hers as we drove to work.) On the third day, I to...
Dec 11, 2018•13 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Your Ultimate Gift Guide For Lesbians Les Talk About It Episode 2 of 5 The Holiday Special In this episode Sheena and Tamara explore some of the gifts that you can find on Amazon for lesbians. They range from cute to downright ridiculous and this episode is meant to be fun and make you laugh, so sit back and enjoy as we describe some of the random stuff you can get in our Your Ultimate Gift Guide For Lesbians About The Hosts Sheena comes from a media ba...
Dec 09, 2018•10 min•Season 10Ep. 78
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Mallory Lass's Holiday F/F Fanfic Reading List Les Do Books Mallory Lass is back! This time she joins Tara to share her holiday f/f fanfic reading list, with both holiday-themed stories and stories for people who want to avoid the season. More from Mallory: Listen to Mallory’s fanfic 101 Tara is a reviewer for The Lesbian Review, find her favourite books here. The Lesbian Review is a website dedicated to bringing you the best in lesbian fiction, movies,...
Dec 06, 2018•50 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi All I Want For Christmas by Clare Lydon Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. In this episode we hear a reading from All I Want For Christmas by Clare Lydon Synopsis This Christmas, Tori Hammond is on a mission to find love. Her ideal present under the tree would be a shiny new girlfriend, so Tori gives herself one month to find that special lady by December 25th. ...
Dec 04, 2018•10 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Your Ultimate Guide To Becoming THE BEST LESBIAN EVER Les Talk About It Episode 1 of 5 The Holiday Special Sheena is joined by Kiki Archer, author of lesbian fiction to discuss the very important checklist that is known as Your Ultimate Guide To Becoming THE BEST LESBIAN EVER. This is a funny take on lesbianism and is absolutely not meant to be taken seriously. Our checklist: You need to own at least 14 cats Wear more flannel than a lumberjack Have one ...
Dec 02, 2018•18 min•Season 10Ep. 77
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi A New Leash On Life by Suzie Carr Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. In this episode we hear the first chapter of the audiobook for A New Leash On Life by Suzie Carr Synopsis When a hurricane blows through town and threatens the future of Olivia Clark's animal shelter, she publicizes her desperate plea for help to the masses. Aid comes from a surprising source: ...
Nov 27, 2018•18 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Ideal Date Ideas For Asexuals Ask An Asexual Episode 6 of 6 Join Sheena, Heather Rose Jones and Alex Woods in the season finale of Ask An Asexual. In this episode we talk about dates. Find out At which point in the dating relationship holding hands is acceptable What Alex’s ideal date is What coffee is like where Alex lives Why Heather hates coffee dates Which historic event Heather would want to visit on her romantic date Find Heather Rose Jones Online...
Nov 25, 2018•21 min•Season 9Ep. 22
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi KD Williamson Shares Her Lesfic Reading Journey Les Do Books In this episode, Tara is joined by the super fabulous KD Williamson, author of the Cops and Docs romance series. She talks about how she discovered f/f fiction through fanfic, as well as some of her current favourite authors Check out the books and stories they discuss here: Truth and Measure by Telanu The Music and the Mirror by Lola Keeley Shattered by Lee Winter Party Wall by Cheyenne Blue ...
Nov 22, 2018•36 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi A Guide To Including Asexuals Ask An Asexual Episode 5 of 6 Join Sheena, Heather Rose Jones and Alex Woods as they talk about how to be more inclusive of asexuals. In this episode we talk about: Some common instances that make asexuals uncomfortable How sexualised certain seemingly innocent comments can be Asexual rep in media Find Heather Rose Jones Online Website Facebook Twitter Check out her book with an asexual main character The Mystic Marriage Fi...
Nov 18, 2018•27 min•Season 9Ep. 21
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Asexuality Versus Celibacy Ask An Asexual Episode 4 of 6 Sheena is joined by author and podcaster, Heather Rose Jones and author Alex Woods as they talk about asexuality versus celibacy. They look at: The big difference between being an asexual and being celibate Some historical contexts for asexuality and celibacy Heather’s ultimate type of relationship How the sexual revolution affected asexuals Heather’s Podcast Beguines Boston Marriages and Bed Deat...
Nov 11, 2018•17 min•Season 9Ep. 20
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi M. Ullrich Recommends 9 Lesfic Books Les Do Books In this episode, M. Ullrich joins Tara to talk about the f/f fiction she loves. Authors are readers too, so Tara couldn’t wait to hear Megan’s recommendations. Check out of M. Ullrich’s recommendations: All That Matters by Susan X Meagher Almost Heaven by Susan X Meagher Winter Jacket series by Eliza Lentzski The Final Rose by Eliza Lentzski Thirteen Hours by Meghan O’Brien Wild by Meghan O’Brien Shamele...
Nov 08, 2018•39 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Nothing To Lose by Clare Lydon Book Clips Welcome to Book Clips, the mini podcast where authors and narrators give you a taste of a book with a short snippet. In this episode we hear the first chapter of the audiobook for Nothing To Lose by Clare Lydon narrated by Gabrielle Baker Synopsis Can you find love in a hopeless place? Nobody would ever describe Scarlet Williams as a ray of sunshine, but that doesn’t mean she deserves the flood that wipes out he...
Nov 06, 2018•9 min
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Common Misconceptions About Asexuals And Sex Ask An Asexual Episode 3 of 6 In this episode we cover some common assumptions about asexuals in relation to sex. Sheena is joined by author and podcaster, Heather Rose Jones and author Alex Woods (and sometimes her duck Snipps) We talk about: Alex’s history as an LGBTQ councillor Pressure to have sex even in lesbian relationships The theory that all asexuals hate sex Asexuals have no sex drive Asexuality is ...
Nov 04, 2018•18 min•Season 9Ep. 19
If you like what we do then buy us a Ko-Fi Busting The Asexual Relationship Myths Ask An Asexual Episode 2 of 6 Today Sheena is joined by author and podcaster, Heather Rose Jones and author Alex Woods and her duck Snipps as they go to work busting the asexual relationship myths and clarifying that asexuals can and do have romantic relationships. The myths they talk about include: Asexuals can’t fall in love Asexuals should only date other asexuals A relationship without sex is just being friends...
Oct 28, 2018•25 min•Season 9Ep. 18
