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Into the A+ Advice Box #94: I Don’t Think My Queer Relative Should Get Married

Advice on supporting a partner rejected by their family, non-competitive boardgames, period depression…and more!

the team December 8, 2023 25 Comments
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Holigays Shopping

Holigay Gift Guide: Goblin Mode

We have gifts for those in your life going goblin mode this season or all seasons, presents for the filthy gremlins you picked up on your quest, and offerings for the absolute trolls who are near and dear to your heart.

Nico December 8, 2023 5 Comments
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Movie Reviews

“Eileen” Doesn’t Deserve To Be Called “Carol for Psychos”

The mediocrity of Eileen wouldn’t matter if the film was just a deliciously twisted affair where Anne Hathaway looks sexy as hell in a blonde wig. The problem is the film’s self-importance.

Drew Burnett Gregory December 8, 2023 18 Comments
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Music

24 of the Best Songs by Queer Artists in 2023

At a time when rights for marginalized people have never been more perilous, consuming art made by queer and trans people feels particularly necessary and sacred.

Mary Retta December 8, 2023 7 Comments
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Puzzles

Mini Crossword is Listening to “the rest”

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Darby Ratliff December 8, 2023
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LGBT Book Reviews

Queer Desire Is Feral in K-Ming Chang’s Bloody, Spitty “Organ Meats”

Here is an expansive tale of inherited and constructed mythology, queer magic, and gothic girlhood.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya December 7, 2023 2 Comments
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TV Feature

Autostraddle’s Favorite Lesbian, Bisexual, and Queer TV Couples of 2023

Yellowjackets, Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, Station 19, and more! Check out our favorite queer TV couples of 2023.

The TV Team December 7, 2023 8 Comments
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Movie Reviews

“Beyond the Aggressives” Has Arrived Just On Time For Black Trans Masc Representation

Beyond the Aggressives shows us how far we have come in terms of portraying trans masc people, but we still have such a long way to go.

Devin-Norelle December 7, 2023 6 Comments
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Holigays Shopping

Holigay Gift Guide: What To Buy the Muscle Masc in Your Life

I’m including some tighter budget items and more size-inclusive options as well, because I don’t think anyone should be kept from being their best self in the gym just because of finances or lack of available larger sizes.

Stef Rubino December 7, 2023 10 Comments
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Pop Culture Fix

Pop Culture Fix: TV Legend Norman Lear Has Died, May His Memory Be a Blessing

I wouldn’t know how to parcel into words the impact of one singular man on the trajectory of television over the last more than 50 years, but put simply — no one did it like Norman Lear.

Carmen Phillips December 6, 2023 5 Comments
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Christmas Movie Features Quizzes

If You Get 18/29 On This Quiz, You’re a Christmas Movie Expert and Also Probably Gay

If you love a good Christmas movie or even a bad Christmas movie, then it’s time to test your Christmas movie knowledge!

Riese December 6, 2023 12 Comments
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Sa'iyda Shabazz December 6, 2023 8 Comments
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Celebrities (Vapid Fluff)

No Filter: Happy 40th Birthday, Kristen Kish!

Sagittarian queer celebs are so powerful.

Christina Tucker December 6, 2023
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Dating

A Trans Guy’s Guide to Grindr

You don’t have to preemptively feel shame about your body parts. Do you know how many cis gay men hate their bodies? Why do you think Equinox exists?

Gabe Dunn December 6, 2023 30 Comments
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Puzzles

Mini Crossword Doesn’t Wanna Go Home

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Emet Ozar December 6, 2023 1 Comment
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Society + Culture

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Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya December 5, 2023 3 Comments
Holigays Shopping

Holigay Gift Guide: Upgrading Your Home Bar

Nice glassware, nonalcoholic options, and fancy garnish tools will take your gay home bar to the next level.

ashni December 5, 2023
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TV Feature

Autostraddle’s Favorite Lesbian, Bisexual, and Trans TV Characters of 2023

Queer teens, a zombie killer, and one very disturbed set of twins. Check out our favorite queer TV characters of 2023!

The TV Team December 5, 2023 7 Comments
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Pets & Animals Relationships

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You already did things right by talking about this before moving in together. Now it’s time to talk some more.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya December 5, 2023 23 Comments
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Pop Culture Fix

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