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The Drag Kings of Taipei

I moved to California from Shanghai at fourteen and threw myself into learning how to be an American. It’s a lot like doing drag.

Alison Tam November 6, 2019 7 Comments
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Sex, Love, and Roleplay: Using Online Roleplay to Connect to Your Partner

How I found my queer identity online, romantically connected with my partner, and how you can too in six easy steps!

Brie November 6, 2019 3 Comments
TV Feature

On Netflix’s “Unbelievable” and the Culture of Serial Rapists

Netflix’s Unbelievable covers the true story of Marie Adler. For many women that have taken their rapist(s) to court, the show sheds light on painful truths.

danijanae November 6, 2019 6 Comments
Webcomics

Foolish Child #58: Mama!

“Did someone here order two rowdy kids?”

Dickens November 6, 2019 1 Comment
Celebrities (Vapid Fluff)

No Filter: Kristen Stewart’s 100% Ready To Marry Her Girlfriend and Hayley Kiyoko Has Bangs Now

Kristen Stewart’s planning to propose, Amber Heard is a great Tank Girl, Asia Kate Dillon does double denim, Janelle Monae wins the costume contest, Ali Krieger looks great in leggings and so much more in this week’s No Filter!

Riese November 6, 2019 10 Comments
Money + Work

Queered & Careered: Things to Bring and Leave Behind

Queered & Careered is a column that offers tips and tricks on how to navigate career development as a queer person — from job searching to career inspiration to dealing with straight nonsense in the office.

Tiara Dee November 5, 2019 30 Comments
LGBT Book Reviews

“In the Dream House” Deconstructs the Nightmare of Abuse in Queer Relationships

Carmen Maria Machado’s first memoir, a deep dive into abuse between women both in Machado’s past relationship and in our world, is a wholly unique and wholly necessary text.

Rachel November 5, 2019 7 Comments
Politics + Activism

What Katie Hill’s Resignation Means for Young Queer People in Political Life

Congresswoman Katie Hill flipped a Congressional district last year; she has now resigned due to what she calls a “double standard” in politics.

Casey Quinlan November 5, 2019 11 Comments
Sex

You Need Help: Rebuilding Desire and Confidence in Your Partner

“How can I help her feel confident and in the mood again without sacrificing any more of myself?”

Ro White November 5, 2019 7 Comments
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TV Show Recaps

“Supergirl” Episode 505 Recap: Tidal Wave of Feelings

Alex and Kelly celebrate their Dativersery, Nia saves the day, and Lena really needs to get out of her lab for some fresh air.

Valerie Anne November 4, 2019 10 Comments
First Person

Getting Stonewalled at Stone Mountain

What, were you expecting the National Anthem to be sung in Spanish?

Alyssa Velazquez November 4, 2019 3 Comments
Music

When You’re Black and Queer but Masquerading as Straight While Listening to the Music of White Lesbians

Everybody knew.

Jehan November 4, 2019 11 Comments
Sex

10 Things I’ve Learned in 10 Years of Going to Play Parties

A play party is just like any other party — if it’s a good party, it’s probably a loud party, and if it’s a great party, it ends in an orgasm.

Ash Wilder November 4, 2019 23 Comments
Podcasts The L Word

“To L and Back” L Word Podcast Episode 301: Labia Majora with Fawzia Mirza

It’s the Season Three premiere with special guest Fawzia Mirza and wow, our favorite ladies are truly committed to some bizarre shenanigans. We’ve got a car chase, a white bikini, sexy ice cube and a gay bar in Skokie!

Riese November 4, 2019 9 Comments
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NSFW Sunday

NSFW Lesbosexy Sunday Is in Tinder Purgatory

Why censoring sex works impacts everyone, life in Tinder purgatory, supporting a partner with sexual trauma and more.

Ryan Yates November 3, 2019 9 Comments
Society + Culture

All Sunday Funday Wants For Christmas Is More Queer Terminator Movies

Jingle all the way queermos! Terminator is GAY, Brittani Nichols released new sneakers, Spelman College news, podcasts for women, and lesbian sex on the plane! Happy Sunday!

Ari November 3, 2019 18 Comments
Webcomics

Reine #1: Gay Cat Aunties

Queer culture is seeing nine cats in one day.

Ren Strapp November 2, 2019 11 Comments
Parenting & Family

Raising Baby T. Rex: What Lies Between Us

“Do you feel like we’re drifting apart?” I asked.

KaeLyn November 2, 2019 23 Comments
TV Show Recaps

Boobs On Your Tube: Every Day Is Halloween for Angelica Ross on “American Horror Story: 1984”

Plus updates on: How to Get Away with Murder, Black Lightning, and don’t forget Kristen Stewart’s hosting Saturday Night Live this weekend!

The TV Team November 1, 2019 8 Comments
Food and Drink Halloween

Candy Corn Is Objectively Good, Discuss

Candy corn is a delicacy to be enjoyed one by one. Or one handful by one handful.

Jehan November 1, 2019 60 Comments
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