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Politics + Activism

Australia Says YES to Marriage Equality

“Marriage is one thing – it’s just the tip of the iceberg of true equality,” says Cake Tin, bringing up trans people, intersex people, Indigenous people, and people of color. “It isn’t over yet.”

Creatrix Tiara November 14, 2017 38 Comments
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TV Show Recaps

“Supergirl” Episode 306 Recap: Smells like Teen Spirit

We go back in time with Alex and Kara to see what life was like for them ten years ago.

Valerie Anne November 14, 2017 16 Comments
Lesbian Sex

How I Learned to Navigate Vaginismus as a Lesbian

“This is what happened for me: I started crying as soon as I put my legs into the stirrups.”

Lauren November 14, 2017 29 Comments
Geekery

Drawn to Comics: Molly Ostertag’s “The Witch Boy” Is Full of Magic Without Gender Roles

Books like The Witch Boy and creators like Molly Ostertag are here to create a kinder, more tender world to replace the broken one we have right now.

Mey November 14, 2017 6 Comments
Queer Fashion

Style Thief: How to Dress Like Jodie Whittaker’s Doctor Who

No one should wear pants that are any color but teal from this day forward. Thank you for complying with this new law I just made up.

Ari November 14, 2017 13 Comments
Christmas

Holigay Gift Guide: I Saw Mommi Kissing Santa Claus

To all of our mommis, mommi fans, confused bystanders watching this all go down, as well as those thinking about dabbling: this one’s for you.

Erin November 14, 2017 35 Comments
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Beauty

AM/PM: I Can’t Sleep, Can You?

Sleep apps, French girl skincare, and some truly adorable watercolors!

Raquel November 14, 2017 25 Comments
First Person

Sad Enough Songs: On Julien Baker and Depression

Depression is not forever because it always ends, and depression is forever because it always comes back. It won’t work if I only want to stay on the days when my brain breaks through the muck. Turn Out The Lights is a meditation on wanting to stay on the very worst days.

Adrian November 14, 2017 34 Comments
AF+

VIDEO! Getting In Bed with Kristin: Ch-ch-changes

Last week we got in bed together and talked about how life changes all the time forever, and how we are expected to actually just *handle* that?!

Kristin November 13, 2017 2 Comments
Movie Features

I Made You The Horror Trailer Cut of “Carol” We’ve All Been Waiting For

Just in time for the holidays!

Erin November 13, 2017 49 Comments
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Relationships

Monday Roundtable: The Wildest Things We Did For Love

“I essentially stole my brother’s car and drove it an hour away across state lines to go see my then-girlfriend for only 30 minutes while my parents thought I was at the movies”

the team November 13, 2017 41 Comments
Geekery

Gayme Night: Gobblin’ Gobblins and Green Drinks

The object is to eat as much food as you can, avoiding your dislikes and food allergies while gobbling up your very favorites. In other words, it’s pretty much exactly like attempting to dine at A-Camp as a gluten-free vegan who’s allergic to nightshades.

A.E. Osworth November 13, 2017 3 Comments
INDIE POC GIFT GUIDE
LGBTQ+ Businesses

Holigay Gift Guide: Support These Indie POC Designers

From makeup and skincare products to statement tees and accessories, I’m confident that you’ll find more than a few items on this list to love. Also, almost everything is under $45.

Carmen Phillips November 13, 2017 12 Comments
Health

Three Masculine of Center Workout Looks for Hitting the Gym in Style

I love going to the gym, but finding comfy activewear that also reflects my gender is not easy.

Kat Williams November 13, 2017 17 Comments
TV Show Recaps

Boob(s On Your)Tube: Fresh Off The Boat’s Very Special Coming Out Episode Is Very Good

Plus: Grey’s Anatomy’s 300th episode, keeping up with Annalise and her new potential gal pal, Jessica Szhor plays a lesbian again, there’s some queer women on The Girlfriend Experience, and American Horror Story: Cult marches grimly toward its final episode.

Heather Hogan November 12, 2017 27 Comments
Society + Culture

Sunday Funday Is Full of Bisexual Luxury

More Sara Ramirez, queers having babies, queers in film and theatre, soul survivors! Happy Sunday!

Ari November 12, 2017 26 Comments
NSFW Sunday

NSFW Sunday Is Flirting Relentlessly

Why flirting is the best way to engage with your own desires; deconstructing myths about polyamory and about fat sex; seriously just stop instagram stalking your ex; and more.

Ryan Yates November 12, 2017 7 Comments
Webcomics

Some Things: A Void

“I don’t know how to talk about sadness with no root, much less explain it.”

Cameron November 11, 2017 6 Comments
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Femme Brûlée: Pumpkin Pie

Despite all the potential for error, I do genuinely think it’s still worth it to make pies.

Reneice Charles November 11, 2017 18 Comments
Literature

Things I Read That I Love #250: Their Weirdness Gives Them Psychic Powers and Untouchable Brilliance

In addition to telling you about this app I like, this week’s TIRTL involves stories on topics including Harvey Weinstein, a thriving small town in Iowa, girls doing murder in the woods, mall kiosks, going missing in Alaska, Sarah Polley, Power Point and more!

Riese November 10, 2017 13 Comments
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