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Hey, guess what? Scissoring Isn't a Thing—or is it? From discussing identity to dismantling old school stereotypes about the LGBTQ+ community, co-hosts Daryn Carp (Andy Cohen's assistant and host of People's Reality Check) and Liz Culley (digital media executive and podcaster) get some of the most personal and hilarious interviews from your favorite celebs and personalities. Covering pop culture to coming out stories to even celeb crushes, no topic is off limits. Daryn and Liz are entertainment industry "vets" and ask the questions most people are too scared to and their guests usually spill their secrets. From porn stars to Bravolebs to influentials to doctors, Scissoring Isn't a Thing is the heartfelt (and hysterical) LGBTQ+ education friendly podcast everyone can feel safe to fall in love with- no matter how you identify.

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    • Dec 31, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 59m AVG DURATION
    • 90 EPISODES

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    Liz and Daryn Year Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2021 40:34


    What a year! We want to thank all of you by doing a little recap of the year and the show as a whole. We've loved every second of recording with our incredible guests and sharing their stories over the last two years. Follow us at @listentoliz and @carpedaryn to keep up with our journeys. WLYSM.

    Are They More Than Friends? With Ray and Kenz

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2021 52:28


    We chat with the hilarious BFF duo, Rachel Scanlon and McKenzie Goodwin from the podcast “More Than Friends” about mixed signals, their girlfriends, baseball and the burning question—have they made out before? Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    Getting Cozy with Danny Pellegrino

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2021 57:38


    We reconnect with our bestie and iconic podcaster and author, Danny Pellegrino, for a special “Holigay” episode! Between the laughs, Danny gives us an inside peek into his upcoming book, “How Do I ‘Un' Remember This” and gives us a lesson into classic TV Holiday films. Did you know that making a movie feel as cozy as possible was a thing? We sure didn't but now we do! Happiest of holidays from us to you. Xo Liz and Daryn

    We Can't with Pete Davidson with Ali Kolbert

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2021 44:45


    We chat with comedian and lesbian Tik Tok legend Ali Kolbert about learning to love and accept her queerness, what is off limits in comedy (or isn't), is Dave Chappelle even funny and her disdain for Pete Davidson. Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    Are All Lesbians Vegan? with Michelle Davis of “Bad Manners”

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2021 66:32


    Happy Thanksgiving from us and our new BFF, vegan chef, Michelle Davis from the renowned cookbook franchise “Bad Manners.” We dive into how she spotted Liz at a restaurant in LA, becoming vegan at a young age, changing the name of her company after a ton of success and more. Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    @godimsuchadyke Returns!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 52:06


    In this special reunion episode we review the brand new Kristen Stewart film “Spencer” that is already getting a ton of Oscars buzz. Spoilers are everywhere but if you are cool with that, listen to us break down the surprises, the tone of the film and how we felt Kristen did in portraying Emma's patron saint, Princess Diana. Then we switch gears and chat about the Sex in the City reboot and Miranda's alleged bisexual storyline and how the show has protrayed the LGBTQ+ community in the past.

    Give Her an Apple! With King Princess

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 43:33


    We chat with King Princess who might just be the best Real Housewives historian we've ever met (hello NY you've got your new apple holder!) We chat gender identity, being super gay and you guessed it—Bravo. Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    It's Cloudy in the Bae with Marissa and Summer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2021 60:31


    We are joined by LA promotor Lauren Richer who started Hot Donna's at the top of the hour to discuss how she started HD and what the plans for the future are. Then we take a hard left and chat with Marissa and Summer from the new reality series “Tampa Baes” about what filming was like, drama on set and what the heck “rumplemintz” is.

    Scratching the Surface with DJ Kittens

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2021 63:33


    We got an exclusive look at Amazon Prime Video's new series, “Tampa Baes” and give our initial thoughts and feelings on the docuseries. Then, we chat with DJ Kittens, an LA based DJ who discusses her unorthodox path in music, trusting her passions, her first relationships and what it's like being a lesbian in the music scene. Thank you to our partner, Amazon Prime Video and check out their new eight-episode lesbian docuseries “Tampa Baes”. All episodes are available exclusively on Prime Video in the U.S., UK, Australia, Canada, India, Ireland, and New Zealand, with a worldwide release to follow.

    Gimmemore with Jen Winston

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2021 58:20


    Social media influencer, educator and author Jen Winston joins us this week to discuss her new book “Greedy,” which looks at her bisexuality, identity and more. Liz's mind is blown as she discovers the similarities she feels with Jen, Daryn professes she might be pansexual and more.

    PREVIOUSLY...with Matthew Hoffman

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2021 63:03


    This week, we discuss bi-con, Megan Fox and then we have a very fun conversation with the the voice of Love Island, Matthew Hoffman. Daryn and Matthew nerd out about game shows, we ask him all the questions about Love Island and Matthew gives us the secret to his fabulous skin. Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    She's So Couleè with Shea Couleè

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 65:32


    In this episode, we chat about the new lez plotline of “The Morning Show” then dive right in with Ru Paul's Drag Race All Star winner She Couleè and after fangirling we get right into Shea's childhood, drag, auditioning a million times and taking the whole damn crown and more. Not one to miss!

    Coming Home with Corey Rae

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 64:49


    After an epic day of no Instagram (Daryn and Liz disagree about this a little) we switch gears and have the absolute pleasure of interviewing Liz's new BFF, model and activist Corey Rae. After meeting on a yacht (yup), Liz who had been following Corey for a while, asked her to come on the show to talk about being America's first out trans Prom Queen, Hollywood, her incredibly supportive mother and more. Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    FLASHING LIGHTS! With Bright Light Bright Light

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 70:03


    Before we drive right into the bright lights with musician Bright Light Bright Light, Daryn and Liz chat with New York comedian and writer Sophie Santos about her new book “The One You Want To Marry” about her time as an Army brat and sorority girl. Spoiler alert- she is a lesbian now! UK born and bred musician Bright Light Bright Light tells the girls about his best friend Elton John and honestly what the heck else is there more to say in this description but ELTON JOHN?!

    Mommy Issues with Nikki Levy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2021 73:19


    In this fun episode, we chat at the top of the show with Ravi Roth, vlogger and Pride aficionado who gives us the inside scoop about traveling all over the world to different Prides and queer events. Then we switch gears and interview host and producer, Nikki Levy, about her show “Don't Tell My Mother,” the expectations she felt as a woman growing up and how she might not be super gay after all? Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    Wild Nights with Wrabel

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 64:28


    We start the show with Liz recounting her embarrassing, but amazing, run-in with “L Word Generation Q” actress Jacquline Toboni in a bathroom, then we jump right in with singer/songwriter/producer Wrabel who tells us about coming out, growing up religious, slip ups and what its like to work with Ke$ha and more!

    PERIOD! With Nadya Okamoto

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2021 66:45


    This week, we chatted with Nayda Okamoto, a multi hyphenated entrepreneur who is out to change the way we look at women's health issues and work addiction. Nadya is the founder of PERIOD and co-founder of August, a lifestyle brand reimagining how we look at periods— and guess what? She's only just getting started! Nayda left us totally in awe of her resume and excited for her future. Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    Soul Searchin' with Quei Tann

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2021 73:53


    We kick off the show this week with the founders of Smudge, an LGBTQ+ affirmative wellness company created by BFFs Luigi and Lara and figure out what to do with the New Moon coming up. Then, we speak with actress Quei Tan about her journey in Hollywood as a black trans woman and why that does and does NOT matter in the audition process, what it's like getting hit on by lesbians in Griffith Park and more. Honestly, this is NOT an episode you want to skip.

    Big Feelings, Big Trouble with Arienne Mandi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2021 45:03


    We speak to breakout star of “The L Word: Generation Q,” Arienne Mandi who plays “Dani” the PR power top who gets her wedding ruined in Ep1 S2 of the show. Arienne talks to us about how the creators of the show wove her background into her character, why representation is so important and why she doesn't label herself. Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    Lord of the Lesbians with Lea Delaria

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2021 83:48


    We chat first with OutFest's Damien Navarro about the importance of Queer cinema then get a lesson in lesbianism from the LORD of the lesbians, Lea Delaria! You might recognize this legend from “Orange is the New Black” or her countless roles in your favorite TV shows. Also, spoiler alert—she created the Uhaul joke!

    Listen To Your Heart with Miriam Haart

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2021 50:52


    We caught up with Miriam Haart, star of Netflix's hit show “My Unorthodox Life.” Miriam breaks down the Hasidic Orthodox religion, bisexuality, coding and what it's like to be a strong and independent woman.

    Who's Bad? with Bad Queers Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2021 74:51


    We FINALLY chat with our online friends and hosts of the wildly popular podcast “Bad Queers,” Kris Chess and Shana Sumers. During the episode we hear about their experiences as black queer women, we find out what a “stem” is and decide when it's ok to listen to Michael Jackson, if ever. Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    Shantay, You Stay with Desmond is Amazing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2021 37:34


    Daryn and Liz chat to their youngest and most precocious guest yet, young drag performer Desmond is Amazing about the future of drag, his birds and what he plans to do with his platform. Oh, and let's not forget about when he gave us drag names.

    Surviving and Thriving with Jared Lipscomb

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2021 72:16


    Makeup artist, podcast host and unofficial but official Britney Spears historian Jared Lipscomb joins us to discuss surviving cancer, being gay and being Bravo adjacent. Not only is Jared inspirational, but he is hilarious. Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    Keeping It Real with Norman Korpi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2021 50:58


    We chat with Norman Korpi, original cast member of MTV's “Real World: New York” about what it was like being the first out gay man on reality television, being mislabed as bisexual, what coming back to the house was like during Covid and a ton of crazy fun stories about his life.

    And… Action! With Jenna Laurenzo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2021 45:11


    The girls sit down with Daryn's friend Jenna Laurenzo— writer, director and star of the film “Lez Bomb” to discuss her all-star cast, why representation matters and how to make a movie.

    It Goes Down in the DM's with Not Skinny But Not Fat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 63:39


    The girls catch up with the Internet Queen Amanda Hirsch aka Not Skinny But Not Fat and chat about being bad in middle school, celeb obsessions and finally confirm that Amanda is in fact, super straight. Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    Saving One Lesbian Bar at a Time with Erica Rose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2021 45:35


    To wrap up Pride month, Daryn and Liz chat about their experiences in lesbian bars and speak with the co-director of “The Lesbian Bar Project” documentary, Erica Rose. Erica gives the girls some in-depth perspective on why lesbian spaces are so important, how she got involved and what Liz should do if she sees Lea Delaria at the dog park again. Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. Cheers!

    We Love a Good ‘Ol Dandy with Cameron Esposito

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2021 63:36


    Category is: Make a Change! At the top of the hour we chat with Daryn's friend Brandon Goldberg who is running for City Council in Atlanta. Brandon admits his favorite band to us and tells us why it's so important for people to vote locally. Then we lose our sh*t and talk to Queer icon Cameron Esposito about comedy, Robinhood and identity.

    Climbing the Invisible Mountain with Matt Chu Picchu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 60:15


    Pride is still alive folks, and we kick off the hour with a gay small business owner, David Suk, to learn about what running a business is really all about and how to create change from the ground up. Then, we change into our heels and talk FASH-UN with New York City fashion influencer Matt Chu Picchu and discuss influence, fashion and his mother's influence.

    Swimming in the Lady Pond with @godimsuchadyke

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 71:36


    HAPPY PRIDE EVERYONE! To kick off Pride month, we start the episode discussing the power of queer language with photographer Meg Allen who is the creator of the photography book, BUTCH. Then we chat with our internet BFF @GodImSuchADyke about all things queer, how she started the IG account and more! Thank you to our partner, Bev! Visit www.drinkbev.com/scissoring or use code SCISSORING at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE SHIPPING. We suggest the Ladies Night Variety pack. Cheers!

    Everyday I’m Hessalin!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 73:33


    The girls chat with the founders of ConditionHer at the top of the hour about female intimate health and then segway into what it’s like to make a show about “influencing” with actor, writer and producer Mike Heslin. Get ready to break out your selfie sticks and upgrade your shower hour after listening to this episode. Special thanks to our sponsor, FX’s Pride, a six-part documentary series chronicling the struggle for LGBTQ+ civil rights in America from the 1950s through the 2000s. FX’s six-part documentary series PRIDE is Now Streaming FX on Hulu.

    Tik Tok and Ya Don’t Stop with Jason Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 79:03


    At the top of the hour, we found out how one of Daryn’s friend, Cheech, found a SIAT first ever, we get the other side of the story! Jason Brown, Karamo Brown’s son, joins us this week to give HIS perspective on letting his dad in on his sexuality. We also discuss the differences between Millennials and Gen Z and more. Special thanks to our sponsor, FX’s Pride, a six-part documentary series chronicling the struggle for LGBTQ+ civil rights in America from the 1950s through the 2000s. FX’s PRIDE is a special two-week event, starting Friday, May 14th on FX. Streaming next day FX on Hulu.

    A Thunderstorm with Alaska

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 79:35


    Hiiiiii!!!! Kicking off the episode we chat with Bustle’s Creative Director, Bry Crasch, to discuss the end of The Ellen Show, his past as a prince and how Pride month brings out his extra sparkle. Then it’s on to Drag Race All Star Winner and legend, Alaska! Alaska chats about her new comedy special, life after Drag Race and more. Special thanks to our sponsor, FX’s Pride, a six-part documentary series chronicling the struggle for LGBTQ+ civil rights in America from the 1950s through the 2000s. FX’s PRIDE is a special two-week event, starting Friday, May 14th on FX. Streaming next day FX on Hulu.

    Let it Burn with Matthew Herman of Boy Smells

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 64:28


    Daryn attends RHONY Leah McSweeney’s premiere party and gives us a recap then we sit down with Matthew Herman, co-founder of the Los Angeles brand Boy Smells and chat about gender, what Texas is really like and how to make a killer scent.

    SummerTime and the Livin is Hard

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 81:56


    This week we are joined by Bravo TV’s “Summer House” stars Paige DeSorbo and Carl Radke. At the top of the hour, Paige dishes on infamous Bravo reunion looks and who she would go gay for and then we dive into a full hour with Carl Radke where he shares his struggles with addiction, reality TV and relationships.

    Setting Sail with Captain Sandy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2021 66:30


    We are joined at the top of the hour by Tristian and Benton from the “Why Here” podcast and then we dive right into the deep end with Bravo TV’s favorite leader, Captain Sandy from “Below Deck.” Captain Sandy tells the girls about growing up in Florida, getting sober at a young age and why she doesn’t take sh*t from anyone!

    Taking Off with Hig Roberts

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 75:21


    We sat down with American Alpine skier and member of the United States Ski Team from 2015-2019, Hig Roberts, about coming out in the New York Times, what being gay in team sports is like and his big move to Los Angeles.

    Choosing Love with Anne Heche

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 84:16


    Daryn and Liz sit down with the woman who chooses love above all else, Anne Heche. From a cult upbringing in Ohio to the Hollywood red carpet, Anne shares it all. What's it like to have your love life out in the open AND lose a piece of your career over it? Well, Anne lets us know and is unapologetically and proudly herself...just as she should be!

    Changing the Cannabis Game with The Founders of CANN

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 76:27


    Daryn and Liz sit down with founders of the hit cannabis beverage company, CANN, and chat about challenging stereotypes and misconceptions around bisexuality, fitting in within the Queer community and how they are providing an alternative to alcohol for the masses.

    Blessed and Highly Favored with Heidi N Closet

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021 61:22


    Drag Race darling Heidi N Closet joins us this week to chat about how she found her funny during the show, what it’s like becoming famous during quarantine and the craziest fan request she’s ever gotten.

    Figuring It Out with Max Dubrow

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 69:40


    Host of “I’ll Give it to You Straightish” and daughter of Bravolebs Heather and Terry Dubrow, Max has been anything but shy about her sexuality with her friends and followers as she navigates the complexity of what it means to be anything but “straight.” Max chats with us about coming out, what being gay “looks like” and schools us on some GenZ lingo.

    A Wild Ride with Thom Filicia

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 55:58


    When he isn’t being a fabulous famous Interior Designer and TV Host, original “Fab Five” member Thom Filicia is doing “boy things.” Skiing, playing with his dogs, out on the water you name it—he does it. You know what Thom also does? He makes people laugh, hysterically, and after listening to this wild ride of an episode, you will too!

    Puzzle Princess with Izzy Wouters

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 50:28


    Below Deck newbie Izzy Wouters joins us from New Zealand to chat about her first season on reality TV, growing up a tomboy and all the exciting things she has going on since publicly coming out! Daryn and Liz give Izzy unsolicited advice and are super excited for her.

    Making Change with Ryan Fecteau

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 62:53


    A politician agreed to be on the show! We had the privilege of speaking with Speaker Ryan Fecteau who is serving his first term as Speaker of the House and fourth term in the Maine House of Representatives. Fecteau is both the youngest presiding officer in the United States and first openly gay Speaker in Maine’s history. We chatted about being a “cafeteria Catholic,” what it took to ban conversion therapy in Maine and if there is really a “gay politican” group chat or not!

    Falling in Love with Heather Gay

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 64:18


    The undeniable breakout star of “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” Heather Gay chats with us about her uprbrining in the LDS Church, educates us on proper terminology and why she is questioning some of the teachings she grew up with. Heather also gets vulnerable about the “girl on girl” crimes committed during this season of RHSLC, the lack of diversity in Utah and why she wants to use her platform for good. WE LOVE YOU HEATHER.

    You Need Jesus with Hayden Cohen

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2021 64:16


    We have the official unofficial “Housewife of Instagram” Hayden Cohen aka @Hayderz on the show this week to discuss the differences between Millennials and Gen Z, wondering if Ramona is a friend to the LGBTQ+ community and refusing the title of being “the gay best friend.”

    Everyone(else) is Perfect with Gabrielle Korn

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 73:53


    Former EIC of Nylon Magazine Gabrielle Korn sits down with us to discuss her new memoir about her time in digital media and the fashion world. From eating disorders to the tokenization of LGBTQ+ staff members, Gabrielle pulls back the curtain so the rest of us can really see what the publishing world is like.

    Not Just a Party Girl with Brandi Glanville

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 71:59


    You know her. You love her. You can’t get enough of her. We (finally) have the one and only Brandi Glanville! When she isn’t hosting her podcast “Unfiltered” she’s keeping busy raising her teenage boys and keeping it REAL AF as a friend on RHOBH. In this episode, we discuss what went down with Denise, past relationships and who stays in her DMs.

    Gotta Have Faith with Alexander Rodriguez

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 71:01


    The girls chat with TV and “On the Rocks” radio show host Alexander Rodriguez about his upbringing in the Catholic Church, where his faith stands today and the infamous Instagram account, “Gays Over Covid.”

    Second Time Around with Bob Harper

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2021 68:21


    Health and Fitness expert, television star, and three-time #1 New York Times best-selling author Bob Harper doesn’t hold back—at all! The beloved trainer keeps it very real with the girls and chats about coming out not once but TWICE in his life, his obsession with “The Great British Bake Off,” his love of Broadway and confesses to loving nachos as much as Liz does.

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