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Music

Songs to Make You Cry in the Grocery Store, as Ranked Compared to “Fast Car”

A selection of emotionally devastating songs I live in fear of having to emotionally process in public without warning at CVS.

Rachel April 3, 2019 172 Comments
Astrology, Tarot & Witchcraft Issues

Autostraddle’s Birth Chart, as Interpreted by Chani Nicholas

For the last week of this issue, beloved astrologer Chani Nicholas has graced us with a reading of Autostraddle’s birth chart, looking at what the stars were doing the minute we came into the world and what they’re telling us now.

Chani Nicholas April 3, 2019 10 Comments
Celebrities (Vapid Fluff)

No Filter: Samira Wiley Is Here to Service Your Engine

Also, Hayley Kiyoko is the life of the party, King Princess is serving strong Mommi energy, and lots of your favs do the GLAAD Awards.

Stef April 3, 2019 12 Comments
Politics + Activism

Lori Lightfoot Makes Herstory as the Newly Elected Black Lesbian Mayor of Chicago

Tonight out lesbian Lori Lightfoot was elected as Mayor of Chicago, making her the first black woman and first openly LGBTQ+ person to hold the position. Still, local activists worry she may not lead a new progressive vision for the city.

Carmen Phillips April 2, 2019 19 Comments
TV Feature

Autostraddle March Madness — Best Coming Out: Round 2

You have 48 hours to vote for your faves to advance to the Sweet 16!

Natalie April 2, 2019 15 Comments
Dating Pets & Animals

The Truth About Cats and Dogs and Gay Dating

We’re here today to talk about dealing with your crush’s pets, and also dealing with your own pets in the context of your crush!

Rachel April 2, 2019 35 Comments
TV Show Recaps

“Legends of Tomorrow” Episode 409 Recap: Let’s Get Ready to Rumba

Sara and Ava do a dance, literally and figuratively, while trying to catch a magical creature on the loose.

Valerie Anne April 2, 2019 29 Comments
TV Show Recaps

“Supergirl” Episode 417 Recap: Together at Last

Lena, Alex, and Supergirl finally, finally, finally team up to save the day.

Valerie Anne April 2, 2019 20 Comments
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First Person

For Your Consideration: This Stupid F*cking Juice

This cold-pressed, organic, lacto-fermented, natural, biodynamic, raw juice is the answer to all my problems, surely.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya April 2, 2019 20 Comments
Astrology, Tarot & Witchcraft

Queer Horoscopes for April 2019: Get Ready to Receive Deep Gay Magic

As Jupiter moves retrograde, get ready for some deep, gay magic coming at you from the cosmos this month.

Corina Dross April 2, 2019 2 Comments
Pets & Animals

Other People’s Pets, Reviewed by Carol

Sometimes my Mom makes me hang out with other animals.

Carol April 1, 2019 25 Comments
Pets & Animals

9 Reasons Why Carol Is Actually a Cat, Don’t @ Me

For everyone who has a pulse and has met Carol the dog will know that Carol is actually a cat. Here’s why.

Sarah April 1, 2019 27 Comments
Pets & Animals

BREAKING: There Is Another Dog In This Neighborhood and They Won’t Stop Barking!!!!

someone help!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Carol April 1, 2019 39 Comments
Pets & Animals

Find Your Fit: A Small Lesbian Who Likes to Play With Gender

“I’m a longtime reader who’s ready to play with gender more intentionally in my outfits, but I’m not sure what that looks like. Flannel? Button downs? Dresses? Obviously my first thought for who to look to for inspiration was Carol the dog.”

M April 1, 2019 22 Comments
Pets & Animals

Welcome to Chez Carol

Here are the chic, homey and stylishly functional home goods I have picked out for Carol to fully outfit her West Hollywood bungalow in preparation for its inevitable Apartment Therapy spotlight.

Rachel April 1, 2019 35 Comments
Comedy Pets & Animals

Welcome to Carolstraddle!

Why not some Carol?

Carol April 1, 2019 91 Comments
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The Autostraddle Insider: Issue 55, March 2019

“i do love that you are holding barefoot wine in that nervous breakdown picture”

Riese March 31, 2019 18 Comments
Community

Trans Day of Visibility: An Autostraddle Community Photo Gallery

Almost 100 amazing humans sent pictures for our #TransDayOfVisibility Community Gallery! Get in here and celebrate our lives!

Ari March 31, 2019 31 Comments
Society + Culture

Sunday Funday Thinks Beyoncé Is Maybe the Only Straight Person We’re Okay With Winning a GLAAD Award

Also, get ready for the year of the Horse Girl and we have your post-Broad City-blues reading list. Happy Sunday!

Ari March 31, 2019 4 Comments
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NSFW Lesbosexy Sunday Is Just Herself During Sex

What if you were just yourself? Plus: 19th century sex workers’ rights, tickling torture, why education and testing are the best way to address rising STI rates, and more.

Ryan Yates March 31, 2019 2 Comments
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