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Room For Us

From the host of Girl on Girl comes a new chapter: Room For Us.Meet Persis Abraham, an Indian-Canadian lesbian who has spent over a decade discovering her identity, unlearning outdated societal standards around sexuality, and embracing queer joy. Now, she’s creating space for others to feel seen. Room For Us is a podcast that brings queer and BIPOC stories to the spotlight. Through solo reflections and intimate conversations with inspiring guests, Room For Us shines a light on voices that often go

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32:59

SAR GOES SOLO: Top 4 Qs People Ask Me as a Straight...

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2022/10/04

It's a Girl On Girl FIRST. While Pers is off on a well-deserved European adventure, Sarah takes the mic solo. Apologies in advance, friends. In this episode, she talks about the top 4 questions she gets as a straight girl co-hosting a gay podcast. What she's learned, what she's had to UNlearn, and the age old question: is she SURE she's not gay? Plus, her top tips for how to start your own podcast! Featuring an *INSANE* deal from our friends at CoHost: our un-freaking-believable

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84:09

Friends With Benefits: Is it Possible?

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2022/09/20

Friends with benefits: What are the pros and cons? Why can it be common in the queer community? What makes a successful FWB situation? And the real question — is it *actually* possible? We attempt to answer all of the above with the help of some insights from both queer and straight friends.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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107:33

Trauma-Informed Pleasure Coach + Restorative Justice...

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2022/09/06

WE'RE BACK! After an end-of-summer break, we've returned with a very special guest: lesbian somatic coach and restorative justice activist, Marlee Liss!TW: Sexual assault, trauma.In this honest and open conversation, Marlee describes how her own experience with sexual assault led her down a path she didn't expect. After years of taking her case through the punitive system, she discovered a groundbreaking alternative: restorative justice. Fast forward to today, and Marlee's case is

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100:19

Was Bend It Like Beckham Supposed to Be Gay? And...

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2022/07/20

Why did Bend It Like Beckham become a queer cult classic? On this episode, we break down all the reasons why the 2002 soccer hit was *supposed* to be the lesbian romance of our generation. Plus, other movies that we think should have (or could have) been gay. What movies did we miss? DM us @girlxgirlpodcast or shoot us an email at girlxgirlpodcast@gmail.com!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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82:11

Meet Chloe Beth: Your LGBTQ+ Travel Guide

Room For Us ·

2022/07/11

Meet your LGBTQ+ travel guide: Chloe Beth! As a content creator and travel enthusiast, Chloe has created a community online for queer people to feel seen and supported. We ask Chloe about all the things: coming out in her mid-20s, falling in love with her girlfriend Jodie, being candid about her sexuality online, and of course all her tips for safe and enjoyable LGBTQ+ travel. You guys have been asking for this topic and we're SO honoured that Chloe is here to share her expertise! Take a listen,

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105:43

GIRL ON GIRL LIVE IN TORONTO: Our First Live Podcast...

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2022/07/04

It's our very first LIVE episode! Recorded at Toronto's Adelaide Hall on June 23, this very special podcast event featured an unforgettable panel discussion with queer icons Humberly Gonzalez, Shannon Burns, Keara Graves, James Baley, and Alyy Patel. Plus a live performance by singer songwriter Brianna Musco and tons of other shinanigans in between with your hosts S & P. Hosting this event was a pod HIGHLIGHT for us, and we're beyond grateful to our incredible guests and the teams at

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78:39

'You Don't Look Gay' with Travis Nelson from Prime...

Room For Us ·

2022/06/20

What does it mean to look/sound/act gay? On this episode we're deconstructing the stereotypes with Travis Nelson: the dreamy queer love interest on Amazon Prime Video's newest series "The Lake"! Travis tells us about growing up in a small town and how moving to bigger cities was the start of his coming out journey. As a cis gay man, Travis explains how the assumptions people make about his sexuality have been both a privilege and a challenge. We ask him about constantly being cast in

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66:37

The Science of Falling In Love

Room For Us ·

2022/06/13

What's happening in your brain when you fall in love? On this ep, we find out. With the help of some half-assed internet research, we learn the neuroscience behind falling in love. We talk about the physical and emotional signs that you might be feeling the L-word. We also explore how understanding the science of love can help us better understand the queer experience. If love is a chemical reaction in your body (which it is), then loving ANYONE, no matter their gender or identity, is a

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60:22

Queer (And Straight) Sexual Health

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2022/05/30

Welcome to Sexual Health 101 with Girl x Girl. On this episode, we explore sexual health for people with vaginas and people with penises — whether your queer, straight, or somewhere in between. Does eating more pineapple actually work? Can kegels help with erectile function? We dive into it all and *much* more. We also learn about trans sexual health, how the body changes during hormone therapy, and why it can be so difficult for trans people to get the healthcare they need. Disclaimer: ALWAYS talk

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57:34

Bisexuality vs. Pansexuality (+ Our LIVE Pride Event!)

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2022/05/23

Bisexuality and pansexuality: two identities that often get confused for each other. So what's the difference and why does that difference matter? What has P's relationship been with both identities? And what does attraction have to do with it all? We're diving into it on today's episode. Plus, all the details for our upcoming LIVE event: June 23rd at Adelaide Hall in Toronto! This Pride party will be a live podcast recording featuring very special guests James Baley, Keara Graves,

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72:27

What's My Type? Diving into Attraction + Asexuality

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2022/05/09

Why are we attracted to certain people and not others? On this episode we explore what it means to have a type and how attraction factors into it all. P explains her type, S explains hers, and we finally discover the truth: is Sar Pers's type? Then we learn more about the many different types of attraction, asexuality, demisexuality, and more. Plus, mailbags from two INCREDIBLE queer listeners from Dallas and Costa Rica! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out:

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67:21

Queer & Gender Fluid on Film with Keara Graves

Room For Us ·

2022/05/02

Today we're joined by the one and only Keara Graves! Keara is the definition of a multi-hyphenate: actor, musician, YouTuber, content creator, and Toronto-based queer icon. We ask Keara about their entire queer journey — from discovering their sexuality to navigating their gender. Keara tells us about being a successful actor at such a young age and how their YouTube channel evolved into what it is now: a queer haven with a sex positive message. We explore Keara's decision to cut their hair

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96:35

Queer Sex Ed with Eva Bloom (MSc)

Room For Us ·

2022/04/25

Okay, class. It's time for some (queer) sex ed. Today we're joined by sunshine in human form, AKA Eva Bloom (MSc)! Eva is a queer sex educator, content creator, and self-proclaimed research nerd. We dive into all our queer sex Qs, from toys to LDRs to self-pleasure. Eva gives some expert guidance for navigating sex as a baby gay, releasing sexual shame, and healing from compulsory heterosexuality. As a non-binary lesbian, Eva explains their relationship with labels and gender identity. Plus,

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90:21

Big Brother, Bisexuality, and Body Positivity with...

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2022/04/12

Ever wondered what it's like to be on Big Brother? On this episode, we're joined by the lovely Melina Mansing: artist, content creator, and recent contestant on the 10th season of Big Brother Canada! We ask her about all the things. Being on reality TV, her past life as a tattoo artist, and how fashion helps her express her own self-love and body positivity. Melina tells us about her queer experience, and how liking both women and men was never really a question in her mind. Plus, why BIPOC

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84:35

Self-Care for Coming Out

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2022/04/04

Coming out is a big deal. That's why it's so important to take care of yourself — before, during, and after. Like most queer people, you'll probably have multiple coming out experiences. You might even feel like you come out every single day. The common thread throughout all of this is YOU and your mental and physical health. On this episode, we give our top self-care tips for your coming out journey. Pers tells us which self-care strategies she did while she was coming out — and which

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80:01

Kids, Teens, and Queerness

Room For Us ·

2022/03/28

How do kids and teens feel about queerness in 2022? Is it different from when we were growing up? On this ep, we find out. We share stories from two queer 15-year-old listeners: Yara from Belgium and Tess from Netherlands. They tell us about their experiences discovering their sexuality, being queer at school, and the disconnects between their peers and their family. We learn how 8th graders in Vancouver are talking about queerness and the questions they have. Plus, a *very* special interview with

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101:48

Trauma and Sexuality with Cayla Meredith

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2022/03/21

Trigger warning: trauma, sexual assault, depression. This is a very special episode with our very good friend, Cayla Meredith! Cayla is a pansexual trauma and sexual assault survivor who now coaches other survivors on their path to healing. In this conversation, Cayla shares her very personal experience with trauma, starting in her early childhood. She gets candid about what happened to her and how it impacted her as an adult — from rock bottom moments to revelations. We explore how Cayla's

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91:12

Queer Spirituality with Jane Lyon

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2022/03/14

Why does being queer feel so *spiritual*? We find out on this episode, thanks to Jane Lyon — energy healer, coach, and your new spiritual bestie. As a gay girl who spent most of her life closeted, Jane tells us how Buddhism and spirituality helped her come into her sexuality and come OUT to the world. She explains the basics of spirituality (from Reiki to chakras) and how it is deeply connected to the queer experience. We learn how spiritual practice, like yoga and meditation, can help you regulate

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104:20

Meet Alyy Patel: A Queer South Asian Trailblazer

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2022/03/08

Trigger Warning: depression, suicide, anxiety, trauma, abuse. Today, we're joined by a true powerhouse and inspiration: Alyy Patel. A trailblazing LGBTQ+ scholar, activist, writer, and influencer, Alyy has pioneered Canadian research on queer South Asian women's issues. Alyy is gay, gender-fluid, and Indo-African Gujarati. Throughout their career, Alyy has accomplished so many firsts for South Asian women, including being the first South Asian speaker at Toronto's Dyke March. Oh, and did

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106:16

WTF is Compulsory Heterosexuality? (+ Our First Merch...

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2022/02/28

Compulsory heterosexuality, who's she? On this episode, we learn about the Lesbian Google Doc: a 30-page guide called "Am I a Lesbian?". Originally posted by an anonymous Tumblr user, the doc earned a cult following for its comprehensive and relatable descriptions of compulsory heterosexuality. AKA: the societal pressure to be straight. Pers tells us about how it all applies to her journey and how her feelings toward men have always been (and continue to be) complex. She even gets real

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