Dykalicious Podcast

We have once again come to the end of another Dykalicious season. To finish on a high note, listen to the second part of episode 6, where Casey, Lea and Maria talk some more about the fabulous historical lesbians mentioned in Diana Souhami's book No Modernism without Lesbians. Today, Casey will be presenting the super sexy Nathalie Barney, Maria will be telling you everything about Gertrude Stein, poet and art collector extraordinaire, and we'll be thinking about the importance of lesbian history. And, in case you fancied the bookish hot queer at your local bookshop, make sure to listen until the end of the episode for Lea's romantic, literary pick-up line. Outline00:00 – 01:49 – Intro01:50 – 17:17 – Casey presents Natalie Barney17:18 – 23:32 – Natalie Barney's legacy23:33 – 48:46 – Maria presents Gertrude Stein48:47 – 51:37 – Gertrude Stein's legacy and the importance of lesbian history51:38 – 55:19 – Outro, goodbyes and Lea's pick-up lineResourcesNo Modernism without Lesbians on GoodreadsDiana SouhamiCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LeaSpecial Guest: MariaProducer: MariaSong: ‘Free the Nip' by MuMuFind us on Instagram | Send us an email at dykalicious.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Books and lesbians are always a great combination, but what about a book about lesbians writing books? In this episode, Lea and Casey are joined by Maria to have a chat about Diana Souhami's No Modernism Without Lesbians. Because we don't want you to miss any tea about these amazing historical queer figures, we have split the book discussion in two parts: this week you'll be hearing about Sylvia Beach and Bryher, and next week about Natalie Barney and Gertrude Stein. If you're into bookish lesbians and queer sugar daddies, this episode is definitely for you!Outline00:00 – 06:48 – Intro and gay day check-in06:49 – 14:44 – Today's topic: introducing Diana Souhami's No Modernism Without Lesbians and the modernism movement14:45 – 16:06 – Sylvia Beach16:07 – 39:50 – Bryher39:51 – 42:09 – Outro and Lea's pick-up lineResourcesNo Modernism without Lesbians on GoodreadsDiana SouhamiCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LeaSpecial Guest: MariaProducer: MariaSong: ‘Free the Nip' by MuMuFind us on Instagram | Send us an email at dykalicious.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How many openly queer athletes are there in the Matildas? If you want to know the answer (spoiler: it is NOT the entire team), check out today's episode, as Lea and Casey talk about queers in sports. After defining their relationship with sports and reading a mysterious caller story, our hosts go on to talk about the FIFA Women's World Cup and some of the shining stars of the queer sports firmament, namely Megan Rapinoe and Amélie Mauresmo. And if you'd like some extra action, why not use Lea's final pick-up line when trying to flirt with your cute queer seat neighbour at the stadium?Outline00:00 – 09:37 – Intro, gay day check-in and today's topic: queer in sports09:38 – 13:43– Sports and high school (attempted) romance: today's caller story13:44– 19:13– Sporty dykons when growing up and the importance of sports for the queer community19:14– 26:35 – FIFA Women's World Cup in numbers26:36 – 43:04– More sporty dykons: Megan Rapinoe and Amélie Mauresmo43:05– 46:37 – Outro: Sports Bra and Lea's pick-up lineResources

Since the dawn of time lesbians and their exes have come as a package, just like Fletcher and heartbreak songs. But have you ever wondered why that is, or what that might mean once you're in a relationship, and your girlfriend's best buddy turns out to be her ex? If that's the case, look no further, as in today's episode Casey and Lea ask (and try to answer) all those hard questions for you. Get ready for an episode taking you through the emotional rollercoaster of lesbian relationships (if you can't quite control that rollercoaster though, check the link below), and follow Lea and Casey's validation workshop (you won't be disappointed, we promise!). And make sure you listen out for that final pick-up line: who said exes couldn't be used to flirt with your new crush?Outline00:00 – 06:49 – Intro: gay day check-in and Casey's parcel adventure06:50 – 19:08 – Today's topic: staying friends with exes19:09 – 28:36 – Going the extra mile: staying friends with your girlfriend's ex(es)28:37 – 35:29 – Grey areas and staying friends with situationships35:30 – 42:45 – ‘Healthy background checks': exes on socials and dating apps42:46 – 50:54 – Listener questions, double dates and final thoughts50:55 – 53:43 – Outro and Lea's pick-up lineResourcesLesbian Relationship Rollercoaster SupportCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LeaProducers: Elle, MariaSong: ‘Free the Nip' by MuMuFind us on Instagram | Send us an email at dykalicious.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Warning: This episode is about sobriety, which in the interview you'll hear will be linked to alcohol and substance misuse, and to difficult mental health topics. If this is not the right time for you to listen to this episode, feel free to skip it, or to come back to it when the time is right.Another day, another interview, although this time the topic we have chosen is a slightly trickier one: the intersection between queerness and addiction, particularly when it comes to alcohol. To help us unpack this, Casey and Lea are joined by Mathilda, who tells us her sobriety story and compares it with Lea's throughout the episode. After sharing their experiences, Mathilda and Lea offer us some valuable insight into the deeper links between queerness and addiction, and some tips about how friends and loved ones can help support sober queers, ending the episode on a positive note. To add to those final positive vibes, Lea shares yet another fabulous pick-up line: listen until the end of the episode to find out what she's come up with this time!Outline00:00 – 07:00 – Gay day check-in and topic intro: being queer and sober07:01 – 11:44 – Shared stories: Mathilda and Lea's friendship11:45 – 27:52 – Comparing perspectives: Mathilda's and Lea's stories27:53 – 39:01 – Getting better: how can programs help, and where does queerness come into play?39:02 – 50:53 – Enriching experiences and relationships while sober50:54 – 57:09 – How can friends and loved ones support sober queers?57:10 – 01:00:06 – Lea's pick-up line and outroResourcesDrink AwareAlcoholics Anonymous Al Anon – Help for friends and family of alcoholicsCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LeaGuest: MatildaProducers: Elle, MariaSong: ‘Free the Nip' by MuMuPodcast logo designed by LaureFind us on Instagram | Send us an email at dykalicious.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Temple keepers, celery eaters, pubic hair hoarders: lesbians can really do it all. If you want to find out what else they can do, make sure to listen to today's episode, as Lea and Casey interview author Kirsty Loehr, and ask her more about the fabulous figures featured in her book A Short History of Queer Women. After stressing the importance of preserving and talking about queer history, Kirsty shares more (spicy) details about questionable boob lovers like Marie-Antoinette, and bona fide lesbians like Anne Lister, Emily Brontë, and many more. And if you'd like a little extra book-based humour, don't forget to keep an ear out at the end of the episode for Lea's usual pick-up line, the first of many more for our new season!Outline00:00 – 05:16 – Intro and gay day check (with a special guest!)05:17 – 09:04 – How gay was your life?09:05 – 12:10 – Queer person of the day, Marie-Antoinette12:11 – 20:28 – Process of queering the historical stories20:29 – 26:58 – Reception of the book and developing the humourous writing style26:59 – 33:34 – The complexity of gender identity in historical figures33:35 – 37:39 – Have we always been like this? 37:40 – 47:49 – Quick quiz47:50 – 52:59 – Recommended reading and upcoming books53:00 – 56:16 – Outro and Lea's pick up lineCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LeaGuest: Kirsty Loehr, author of A Short History of Queer WomenProducers: Elle, MariaSong: ‘Free the Nip' by MuMuPodcast logo designed by LaureFind us on Instagram | Send us an email at dykalicious.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all know that the lesbian urge to DIY is particularly strong, from building furniture using your very own set of tools to building a family using kitchen utensils (yes, we are talking about turkey basters!). If you have ever wondered about the actual dynamics of starting a queer family, you'll hopefully find some answers in today's episode, as Casey, Lea and Sarah, our guest for the day, discuss fertility journeys and the lesbian biological clock. After sharing how they feel about wanting to build their own family, our three speakers focus more closely on the options available to lesbian couples when considering fertility journeys. They then look at the intricacies linked to lesbian couples having babies, concentrating on the many legal and social challenges these families have to face. As you might suspect, what definitely wasn't a challenge was for Lea to find yet another pick-up line to end this episode, so make sure you listen until the very end to find out what she came up with this time!Resources and linksCamille Abi, Mother Without FilterRainbow Map: find out more about queer families' rightsCollective Familles L'Association Des Familles HomoparentalesOutline00:00 – 03:52 – Intro and gay day check (with a new guest!)03:53 – 15:55 – Today's topic: the lesbian biological clock and where do people stand with wanting children15:56 – 21:46 – Current partners and exes: their impact on wanting children21:47 – 31:58 – Some research on fertility journeys: what are the options for lesbian couples?31:59 – 40:02 – What happens after the fertility journey itself?40:03 – 43:19 – Support for queer families and some final thoughts43:20 – 46:24 – Outro and Lea's pickup lineCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LeaGuest: TanishkaProducers: Elle, MariaSong: ‘Free the Nip' by MuMuArtwork: LaureFind us on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you think that Lea's diesel dyk-ing around India stops at riding a motorbike and wearing a bandana, think again: in today's episode, we listen to Lea's interview with Tanishka, a girl eager to share her experience of being queer in India. During their conversation, Lea and Tanishka talk about some of the major differences when being queer in the East as opposed to the West, from coming out and dating apps, to opening up to family and thinking about marriage. After Lea carries out her famous ‘cookie test' (go listen to episode 2 if you don't know what we're on about!), she and Tanishka talk more about the Pune queer scene, meetups, and how Lea's pictures could be turned into the perfect scamming bait. Make sure you listen until the very end of the episode, not just to hear Casey's thoughts on Tanishka's experience, but also to witness the short lifespan of Lea's romantic pick-up lines.LinksLGBTQ India HelplinesNazariya Foundation: Queer Feminist Resource GroupTrans couple having a babyOutline00:00 – 06:59 – Intro, gay day check and a few updates07:00 – 08:43 – Today's topic: understanding being queer in India through Tanishka08:44 – 15:25 – Tanishka's coming out story15:26 – 21:36 – (Trying to) meet the community: dating apps and fake profiles in India21:37 – 26:54 – The Delhi queer scene and changing views on the LGBTQ+ community26:55 – 31:55 – Queer representation in the media and opening up family31:56 – 34:20 – The sexualization of lesbians and views on queer marriages34:21 – 50:49 – More comparisons: being queer in the East and in the West50:50 – 54:52 – The Pune queer scene and the risk of being blackmailed54:53 – 01:02:33 – Thoughts from Casey on the interview01:02:34 – 01:04:48 – Outro: Lea's pick-up line and how to contact usCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LeaGuest: TanishkaProducers: Elle, MariaSong: ‘Free the Nip' by MuMuArtwork: LaureFind us on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At long last, Pride season is back! However, rather than focusing on the actual rainbow flag, Casey and Lea discuss rainbow washing, or how several companies and corporations are seeing and using the LGBTQ+ community as a money-making, capitalist machine while also refusing to accept or support the community itself.Among others, our hosts focus on Disney, Barilla and Coachella to look at companies which are either exemplifying rainbow washing trends, or actively disrespecting a portion of their consumers Pasta lovers, watch out for those homophobic cannelloni!The hosts also discuss the positive and negative impacts that sponsors might have on Pride celebrations and events, and what difference they can make within queer people's workplaces. And if you're trying to get the attention of the cute girl walking beside you at Pride (and you'd like to see Lea's more romantic side), make sure to listen for the super sweet pick-up line you'll find towards the end of the episode.LinksRainbow Washing - fairplanet.orgDisney, Rainbow Washing, ‘Don't Say Gay' billCoachella - Your Coachella Money Is Going to a Right-Wing BillionaireData for Progress - Accountable AlliesGay Pride Apparel - LGBTQ+ OwnedOutline00:00 – 05:24 – Intro, gay day check, more great series to watch and quick update on Lea's travels05:25 – 09:13 – Today's topic: Pride month and the problem of rainbow washing10:55 – 24:18 – Case studies: Disney, Barilla, Coachella 24:19 – 38:38 – Disney Pride, pride marches and vetting the march's sponsors38:39 – 43:05 – Pride sponsors: what positive impact could they have?43:06 – 45:43 – Outro: Lea's pick up line, credits and contactsCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LéaProducers: Elle, MariaMusic: ‘Free the Nip', by MuMuArtwork: LaureFind us on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the course of this episode, Lea and Casey talk about what it's like to travel as a lesbian, particularly when heading towards less queer-friendly destinations, and Lea gives us an insight into her travel experiences so far.After discussing a topic close to Lea's heart, namely the discussion concerning the legalization of same-sex marriage by the Indian Supreme Court, our hosts discuss tactics for finding the best queer spots and events while traveling. If you want even more chances of meeting hot new queers while traveling, make sure you listen until the very end of the episode for Lea's unmissable pick-up line.Share your favorite "women loving women" space in your city here. We'll put a full list together and share it with you all.Outline:00:00 – 09:39 – Intro and updates from Casey and Lea since the release of episode 509:40 – 16:22 – Today's topic: traveling as a lesbian and picking travel destinations16:23 – 23:15 – Lea's experience in Cote d'Ivoire and Morocco during the World Cup events23:16 – 29:16 – Lea's travels in India: attitudes towards same sex relationships and the LGBTQ+ community29:17 – 34:42 – Same sex marriage and the Indian Supreme Court34:43 – 43:21 – Queer travel research: finding queer spaces and events while travelling43:22 – 47:22 – Hearing back from the community: travel survey47:23 – 49:35 – Lea's pick-upCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LéaProducers: Elle, MariaMusic: ‘Free the Nip', by MuMuArtwork: LaureFind us on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Shakespeare famously wrote, ‘To date or not to date, that is the question'. Or was that Léa and Casey who said that instead? As you might have guessed, this episode will focus on dating life - whether it's a comedy or a tragedy, it's up to you to decide. This episode, our hosts are joined by a very special first guest, Maria, who is also one of our producers.Over the course of the episode, we will go over some interesting dating scenarios, including going on a date with your date's ex, discovering Hong Kong through dating, and sneaking into some random person's yacht for that extra romantic (or criminal) twist. Our three queer-eteers will then move on to talk about how to find a date and, when meeting people outside of apps, how to tell if they're into you: according to Léa, it's all about the fingers. After Maria quizzes the hosts on which dating scenarios they would swipe left or right on, the conversation then switches to dating apps, their features, and the experiences that Casey, Léa and Maria had with them.As always, stay tuned until the very end of the episode: you wouldn't want to miss Lea's pick up line to get yourselves ready for your next date!Outline:00:00 – 03:34 – Intro and topic of the day: dating life03:35 – 14:45 – Interesting and ‘interesting' dating scenarios14:46 – 22:16 – How to find a date22:17 – 26:27 – Flirting or just appreciation? How to tell if they're into you26:28 – 30:15 – Play with us: swipe right/swipe left30:16 – 49:31 – Dating apps: which one is the best one?49:32 – 01:00:43 – The next step: where will you take your date?01:00:44 – 01:03:06 – Outro, how to contact us and Lea's pick up lineCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, Léa with special guest MariaProducers: Elle, MariaMusic: ‘Free the Nip', by MuMuArtwork: LaureFind us on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do the French version of Costco, our host Lea and anime characters have in common?Listen to today's episode to find out! While you're at it, you might also be interested in the episode's actual topic: being outed. Drawing from the Rebel Wilson experience, as well as from personal stories, pop culture references and caller testimonies, Casey and Lea go through the questionable assumptions and motivations that underlie outing someone, and the effect this can have on a person's life. They then question the relationship between these elements and the fear of coming out and being out that so many queer people face.The episode ends on a lighter note, as our hosts remind us that ‘queer people are nice' (clearly an understatement), as can be seen through the films, series and projects that have been created to support and protect the LGBTQ+ community. And, as Lea shows us, queer people can be even nicer when they try to chat you up using a spicy pick-up line.Outline00:00 – 04:17 – Intro, gay day check-up and Lea's Metro romance04:18 – 11:55 – Being outed, the Rebel Wilson experience and personal experiences of being outed11:56 – 14:43 – Quick spoiler alert before discussing framing outing through pop culture: The Morning Show14:44 – 23:40 – Back to Rebel Wilson: the questionable motivation and assumptions behind outing someone23:41 – 34:38 – Where does the fear of coming out or being outed come from? 34:39 – 44:55 – Caller testimonies and the consequences of being outed44:56 – 49:26 – ‘Queer people are nice': projects, series and films showing a brighter side by supporting and protecting the LGBTQ+ community49:27 – 51:09 – Lea's pick-up line and outro.Useful LinksTed talk: Morgana Bailey: The danger of hiding who you are Global It Gets Better Uplift and empower LGBTQ+ people around the worldGlobal LGBTQ&All Find therapists & mental health resources near youFrance Le Refuge LGBTQ+ youth supportUK MindOut: Mental service for queer peopleUK LGBTQ+ Resources LGBT FoundationAustralia QLife : Anonymous and free LGBTIQ+ peer supportIndia LGBTQ India Resource and helplineCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LéaProducers: Elle, MariaMusic: ‘Free the Nip', by MuMuArtwork: LaureFind us on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Would you move in with your girlfriend soon after the first date, u-haul style? Or would you rather be your girlfriend's friendly neighbour for 18 months before moving in together, like Casey?On today's episode, our hosts deal with lesbian relationship stereotypes, and the 'drama' that is often associated with them. After talking about Reading Pride and their favourite pride festivities, Casey and Lea start today's discussion by sharing some statistics (and raising a host of questions) about lesbian relationships.They then delve into how the perception of women in society and the general lack of healthy and positive representations of lesbian relationships are to blame for the equation ‘lesbians + romantic relationship = drama'. And what if you add a conservative religious environment as a further variable, as Casey does?Well, it should come as no surprise that perceptions of queer relationships and their legitimacy become even more negative. Ending the episode on a lighter note, our hosts share their favourite lesbian drama scenes as witnessed on the small screen (watch out The L Word and Killing Eve fans!) and Lea's choice of pick-up line takes a dramatic turn as it transforms into a mild lesbian dad joke.Outline:00:00 – 06:32 – Intro, gay day check-up and Reading Pride06:33 – 08:20 – Today's topic: relationship 'drama'08:21 – 13:44 – Polar opposites: Lea and Casey's experience of lesbian relationships13:45 – 21:08 – Is 'Lesbian Bed Death' a thing, and what about other types of relationships?21:09 – 32:53 – Lesbian relationship drama and the assumptions underlying the stereotype32:54 – 39:58 – Favourite bit of lesbian drama on television? The L Word and Killing Eve39:59 – 41:59 – Outro and Lea's pick-up lineThe statistics discussed during the segment on 'Lesbian Bed Death', together with other fun facts about lesbian relationships, can be found here.CreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LéaProducers: Elle, MariaMusic: ‘Free the Nipple', by MuMuFind us on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, our hosts dive into the fascinating world of lesbian stereotypes. After discussing the L Word (spoiler alert!), Reading Pride, and how gay their days were, Casey and Lea test their knowledge of lesbian labels before starting to unpack them.What follows is a list of the elements that fuel certain lesbian stereotypes and aesthetics, but also some doubts about whether one lesbian stereotype fits all. Once Léa has shared her advice with Casey on how to confidently register as a lesbian without an undercut and a limitless array of flannels, the two hosts talk about the pros and cons of passing as straight and discuss how tricky it can be to find lesbian friends in a new city.The episode ends with a listener question, a non-vegan cookie and a PG 13 pick-up line.Outline:00:00 – 06:30 – Intro, Lea preparing for Reading Pride, gaydar check-up and The L Word06:31 – 08:12 – Our topic for today: lesbian stereotypes and fitting into them08:13 – 15:18 – Lesbian labels quiz15:19 – 21:29 – Elements people often associate with being or presenting as a lesbian21:30 – 23:10 – Fitting into a lesbian stereotype and being perceived as gay23:11 – 29:27 – What if you don't feel like you fit into any category?29:28 – 34:46 – Pros and cons of passing as straight and finding lesbian friends34:47 – 41:04 – Listener question: how to understand if your crush is gay?41:05 – 42:55 – Outro, how to contact us and Lea's pick-up lineCreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LéaProducers: Elle, MariaMusic: ‘Free the Nipple', by MuMuArtwork: LaureFind us on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Content Warning This episode contains references to alcohol abuse, mental health and self-harm. However, if you'd still like to get to know us and give this episode a go, then you can skip past these time stamps:17:47 – 19:12 | 20:45 – 20:55 | 21:34 – 21:58 | 28:28 – 28:36 | 29:26 – 29:33In this first episode, our hosts Léa and Casey will walk you through what led four Paris-based lesbians to think that yet another queer podcast would be absolutely necessary for this world. After giving you a bit of background about each member on the team, our hosts get more personal as they tackle what is often one of the most stressful experiences in the life of a queer person: coming out. Léa is the first host to share her experience of what it was like to come out to her family in Reading, UK, while Casey talks about her own journey of queer-discovery and the difficulties she faced while still living in Sydney, Australia. After discussing the importance of sharing these experiences, and before saying ‘à bientôt' (that's French for ‘stay tuned for our next episode'), our hosts end on a lighter note as Lea delivers a pick-up line that is guaranteed to make any lesbian out there fall for you in seconds.Outline00:00 – 02:36 – Introduction and content warning02:37 – 11:48 – The podcast: how its team met, how the idea for the podcast came about, and what queer content to expect11:49 – 30:18 – Lea's coming out story30:19 – 52:54 – Casey's coming out story52:55 – 59:34 – Thoughts on the hosts' coming out stories and realizing the importance of sharing them59:35 – 1:00:42 – Léa's pick-up line1:00:43 – 1:01:44 – Outro, how you can find us and contact us.CreditsCo-hosts: Casey, LéaProducers: Elle, MariaMusic: ‘Free the Nipple', by MuMuInstagram | Email Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.