The Comment Awards Are Daydreaming of Chessy from the Parent Trap
“Y’all mentioned the Parent Trap but did not mention the Ultimate Mommi: Chessy. The voice. The clothes. Please.”
Mal Blum on Their New EP “Ain’t It Nice,” Queer Americana, and Finding Humor in Sorrow
“Who cares that I don’t usually release country, or that it’s not on brand? None of this stuff matters. It’s like, if you want to share your art, then do it, because you don’t know how long you have.”
Obsessed: Elizabeth Holmes, Founder of Theranos and Noted Rich Liar
Welcome to the first edition of Obsessed, in which I provide you a reading list / media consumption list that speaks to my primary hobby: doing obsessive amounts of research into a singular topic or story for no reason.
Syd’s Album “Broken Hearts Club” Beautifully Captures the Highs and Lows of Queer Love
Syd’s new album is a musically beautiful illustration of the excitement, joy, sensuality, passion, and pain that accompany love.
Into the A+ Advice Box #58: Money Problems
Dating with different incomes, saving to buy an apartment, being exhausted by constantly living under capitalism — and more!
Also.Also.Also: Homophobia and Hate Are Returning Back to the Original Recipes
Old-school homophobia is back, the death of the “woke corporation,” and how to turn your side hustle into your full time job.
“Good Trouble” Episode 406 Recap: Now, That’s What I Call Music
This week, instead of a regular recap, I thought I’d provide a ranking of the Coterie Party karaoke performances with the not-so-subtle subtext behind their song choices.
Kristen Stewart Will Star in Bodybuilding Romance “Love Lies Bleeding” — Who Should Play Her Swole Love Interest?
Kristen Stewart will play the protective lover of a bodybuilder in “Love Lies Bleeding.” We brainstormed who should play her muscly boo and looked at a lot of biceps in the process.
It’s Cake and Cunnilingus Day — Let’s Celebrate Accordingly!
I paired eight types of cakes with eight styles of cunnilingus to inspire your revelry.
In Verse: Poetry Collections for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Whether you’re ready to heal or just want to hear someone else’s story, these poets are experts at examining grief, loss, and recovery.
Jane Schoenbrun on “We’re All Going to the World’s Fair” and Making Art Amid Transition
“In the 90s, everyone was telling kids they could be anything they wanted to be. But when people saw who I wanted to be they were like, maybe not that though, maybe that’s a little much.”
Rae From “The Ultimatum” Is Bisexual and Has a Girlfriend Now, So That’s a Win
In the reunion show for notably unhinged Netflix dating reality series “The Ultimatum,” Rae came out as bisexual.
How I Manage the Sexual Side Effects of PTSD
My care team couldn’t help me with the sexual side effects of PTSD — I had to figure this one out on my own.
Pop Culture Fix: A Lesbian Cheerleader Movie Named “Bottoms” Is a Real Thing That’s Happening
Also: Who will be Valkyerie’s queen? Who will miss Derry Girls most? And who is in charge of giving Lara Croft a girlfriend?
No Filter: This Photo of Janelle Monáe Makes Me Feel [REDACTED]
My thoughts on this photo of Tessa Thompson and this one of Melissa King…………also [REDACTED].
Bitch Magazine Is Closing: Bad News For Me, You and Indie Media Overall
After 25 years of reader-supported non-profit feminist media, Bitch Magazine is closing its doors.
Also.Also.Also: 2022’s Best Butch Fashion Came From the WNBA Draft
Looking for joy? The baby gays of the WNBA are the future. Also: A Disney heir came out as trans to slam the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, and the White House says we’ll have to pay back student loans “Sometime.”
Autostraddle March Madness: Better Halves — Final Competition
So that’s it, our final is set: Waverly Earp vs. Carina DeLuca. You have 48 hours to vote. And then we will crown our Better Halves Champion!
Netflix’s “Anne+” Wonders What Comes After a Queer Happy Ending
The follow-up to the popular Dutch web series follows the titular Anne as all the happy endings from her show come unraveled. Luckily Anne is surrounded by supportive queer community, loving parents, and a new non-binary friend named Lou who introduces her to the world of drag.
You Need Help: Am I Still Into Non-Monogamy or Not Really?
How do I navigate not knowing for sure whether monogamy or non-monogamy is for me? And how do I communicate that to my partner and my sexy friends?