25 episodes
Slacks Slacks
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The gay musings of three thirty-something London lesbians. Slacks is a podcast about lesbian/bi/queer life, taking on a different topic each episode. From dating to break ups, through understanding your sexuality, starting a family, coming out and lots more. Join us, as we discover more about ourselves and each other, laugh, definitely not cry and maybe learn something interesting! Get in touch at slackspodcast@gmail.com
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#25 The times we knew we were gay (with guest Eleanor Crewes)
Mallory, D and Matilde go down memory lane thanks to Eleanor Crewes' excellent graphic memoir 'The Times I Knew I Was Gay'. Remembering dodgy haircuts, Buffy obsessions and the odd power of the last hetero date. Ellie's fantastic book is out now in the UK with Virago Books (https://linktr.ee/thetimesiknewiwasgay) and in the US October 6th with Scribner books. Preorder here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Times-I-Knew-I-Was-Gay/Eleanor-Crewes/9781982147105
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#24 Riding on a wave of queer representation (with guest Brona C. Titley)
How do you forget all about nasty 'Rona and lockdown? By laughing along with superstar TV comedy writer and actor Brona C. Titley (Tracy Ullman's Show, 8 Out 10 Cats, BAFTA TV Awards) of course!
D, Mallory, Matilde and Brona chat Irishisms, if jelly belongs on ice cream and how the current wave of queer TV and cinema makes them feel.
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#23 Live from the queerantine
Speaking from the safety of their homes, Matilde, Mal and D discuss how the lockdown has affected them and some of the unexpected positives that it’s brought along.
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#22 Busting relationship myths (with guest Harriet Rose)
How do you present a presenter? Interview an interviewer? Not easy. But Matilde, Mallory and D give it their very best shot with the powerhouse that is Harriet Rose. Together they attempt to bust the biggest relationships myths out there; all the while discussing queer dating, dressing up as a frog in public and how to become a superstar DJ.
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#21 The long road to coming out (with guest Danielle Vanier)
Doff your caps everyone as this week Mal, D and Matilde have non other than social media royalty Danielle Vanier with them! The gals discuss Danie's high-flying life, how to become an internet sensation and what it's like to come out in your 30s when you're in the public eye. Settle into a comfy seat and forget all about COVID-19 with Slacks.
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#20 Push, Cuddle, Punch
They’re baaaaaaack! Some time has gone by since the last recording as big life events have gotten in the way, but D, Mal and Matilde are now back in the game. Join the Slacks gals as they describe in vivid detail the way their lives have changed in the last couple of months, discuss the ups and downs of being a lesbian in your thirties and announce some exciting personal news.
Double D's fundraiser link for those looking to throw a few pennies in: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/darina-connolly
Some info on the Pride Boxing initiative: http://www.prideboxing.co.uk/
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Customer Reviews
So funny and supportive!
Love these women and their beautiful voices - and their special guests are great too. Buckle up and enjoy it - refreshing and entertaining podcast!