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How to Write for Us
What you need to know about becoming a part of the conversation
Kristen Nadel
Apr 29, 2020
Whether Matt Damon Said it Or Not, the Queer Stage Is Not His
Whether Matt Damon Said it Or Not, the Queer Stage Is Not His
Recently catapulted — by himself, let’s add — into a notoriously sparse mainstream queer dialogue, Matt Damon both has and hasn’t used the…
Ryan Kirby
Aug 24, 2021
Taylor Swift’s “Fearless” Is a Lot Gayer Than I Remembered
Taylor Swift’s “Fearless” Is a Lot Gayer Than I Remembered
The re-recording of her 2008 album reminded me of the queer themes of many of her early song lyrics.
Danny Jackson H.
Apr 26, 2021
Femmephobia: Getting Over the Ick
Femmephobia: Getting Over the Ick
I’ve always steered clear of effeminate or flamboyant guys but I never understood why, until I unintentionally dated someone effeminate…
Trius
Apr 26, 2021
“Most Girls Are Bi, Especially in College”
“Most Girls Are Bi, Especially in College”
An invalidating yet seemingly pervasive take.
Kayla Vokolek
Apr 12, 2021
What’s the Best Approach to Countries with Oppressive LGBTQ+ Laws?
What’s the Best Approach to Countries with Oppressive LGBTQ+ Laws?
Shame and boycotts do nothing.
Kayla Vokolek
Mar 14, 2021
Pride of Place: Financial Times Pushes for Queer Inclusivity in Business
Pride of Place: Financial Times Pushes for Queer Inclusivity in Business
Interview with Co-Chair of Proud FT
Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier
Feb 21, 2021
I Used to Feel Guilt Over My Acceptance
I Used to Feel Guilt Over My Acceptance
Others haven’t had it so easy
Kristen Nadel
Jan 29, 2021
From Poland with love
From Poland with love
The first time I had sex with another woman.
Sandra Kyuumei
Jan 24, 2021
Random Twenty-something Comments
Random Twenty-something Comments
And what they really think about the older gays
Jonathan E. Uzcategui Dum
Jan 24, 2021
I traveled to the other side of the world for love… Was it worth it?
I traveled to the other side of the world for love… Was it worth it?
I was infatuated and wanted to meet her. If that meant going to Peru, then I was ready to take that step. I bought a plane ticket…
Sandra Kyuumei
Jan 21, 2021
Lost and Found in the Blue Mountains, Australia
Lost and Found in the Blue Mountains, Australia
How to embrace the unexpected, and why you should
Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier
Jan 19, 2021
Women Seeking Women: Hinge
Women Seeking Women: Hinge
Designed to be deleted, everything hinges on this slogan being true once you find the woman of your dreams. So does Hinge deliver?
Morgan Grayson
Jan 8, 2021
I Couldn’t Spend Christmas with My Boyfriend
I Couldn’t Spend Christmas with My Boyfriend
And here’s how we worked around it
Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier
Jan 2, 2021
Why You Need Friends
Why You Need Friends
(And How to Make them)
Morgan Grayson
Dec 22, 2020
Women Seeking Women: Lex
Women Seeking Women: Lex
Lex is the low-fi dating app for the LGBTQ community emphasizing matching through text. Can it help you find the woman of your dreams?
Morgan Grayson
Dec 12, 2020
Women Seeking Women: Her
Women Seeking Women: Her
Her is the app created specifically for women seeking women. After spending months indulging in it’s ecosystem I’m here to give an…
Morgan Grayson
Dec 6, 2020
We Need to Stop Gatekeeping Queer Representation
We Need to Stop Gatekeeping Queer Representation
While we should be vigilant in calling out homophobic portrayals, fixation over identity can actually harm those who we should be…
Kayla Vokolek
Nov 30, 2020
Being Part of a Queer Sibling Pair
Being Part of a Queer Sibling Pair
At the time, it just seemed scary that both of us, two out of two siblings, would be members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Kayla Vokolek
Nov 22, 2020
Living with My Boyfriend for the First Time
Living with My Boyfriend for the First Time
In love, in lockdown
Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier
Nov 14, 2020
Women Seeking Women: Bumble
Women Seeking Women: Bumble
A guide for queer gals turning to bumble for the first time.
Morgan Grayson
Nov 10, 2020
Voices of Hope
Voices of Hope
Highlighting Positive Experiences from the LGBTQIA+ Community
Marissa Moore
Nov 5, 2020
I’m Scared of the Future
I’m Scared of the Future
Those in power can take away my rights
Kristen Nadel
Oct 28, 2020
Stories About the Subtle Prostitution in the Gay World
Stories About the Subtle Prostitution in the Gay World
And why it is subtle
Jonathan E. Uzcategui Dum
Oct 16, 2020
Why I’m Glad I’m a Lesbian
Why I’m Glad I’m a Lesbian
Despite the discrimination I face, I’m grateful to be who I am.
Danny Jackson H.
Oct 11, 2020
When Did You Choose to Be Straight?
When Did You Choose to Be Straight?
The tables, but reversed
Kristen Nadel
Oct 1, 2020
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