The Lesbian Story Project

Mary Speegle
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It is the goal of The Lesbian Story Project is to connect, support and inspire lesbians. Through the interviews, we will share the love, lives and passion of this community. Our aim is to connect a diverse group of women through personal stories. The Lesbian Story Project is about changing the conversation from negative media and homophobia to one of lesbian empowerment, challenge, and living successful lives.

  1. 37: Elizabeth Mc Cain

    02/23/2021

    37: Elizabeth Mc Cain

    In episode #37, Elizabeth McCain shares her process in writing her newly released memoir, A Lesbian Belle Shares All-Outrageous Stories of Family, Loss, and Love.   She talks about the importance of sharing stories for personal healing and staying connected during this time of social isolation.  For more information on her book, readings, and classes, go to ElizabethMccain.com.  You can also find her on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

    34 min

  2. 09/13/2020

    36: Patty Jackson, Connecting on the Net

    Patty Jackson is a seasoned singer/songwriter, who has performed and taught for decades in the Denver Metro Area.  She sings a variety of original and cover songs at this concert.   This event is the first in a series of events hosted through connectingonthenet.com.  This site is aimed at building the women's community through online connection.  We may be physically apart, but we can continue to gather online.

    1h 10m

  3. 10/09/2018

    35: Women's Liberation Radio Network

    The Lesbian Story Project interviews the founder, Thistle Petterson and a key contributor, Julia Beck from Women's Liberation Radio News.  These two women represent a collective creating information online for radical feminists.  Today they create a monthly podcast, blog articles, and broadcast concerts to their growing community.  You can find out more at https://wlrnmedia.wordpress.com.

    28 min

  4. 09/18/2018

    34: Wendy Rouder

    It's hard to think of a time before credit cards and ATMs.  However, this was when my guest, Wendi Rouder, came out.  In this episode, she shares her experience of coming out in the early1960s.   Later, she found herself in San Fransisco during the AIDS epidemic.  With a background in theater, she was the driving force in creating the Arcaid Theatre Group.  This company was specifically for those who tested positive for HIV.   From Wendy's childhood, being enamored with actresses of the day, to leading the Arcaid Theatre Group, Wendy shares a powerful life journey.

    42 min

  5. 08/07/2018

    Living the Rainbow-Kristi Dean

    In episode 33, I interview Kristi Dean, creator of Living the Rainbow.  In her desire to build bridges, she is creating the opportunity for members of the LGBTQ community to share their coming out stories through theater.   The first performance is in her hometown of Durango, CO, Nov. 16th-17th, 2018.  She hopes to bring the production to other cities, around the country, using local performers from each location.   For more information, go to letitoutproductions.com.

    18 min

  6. 08/01/2018

    Girl Talk with Erica Rose

    Erica Rose, film producer/director, shares her experience creating the queer fem short film, Girl Talk.  The autobiographical film shares the struggle dealing with intimacy on a physical and emotional level.  Girl Talk is touring the country in LGBTQ and straight film festivals.  For more information go to the Girl Talk-The Movie on Facebook.

    17 min

  7. 07/24/2018

    The L-Fund with Ruth Debra

    The L-Fund is a lesbian philanthropic group located in the Cochella Valley-Palm Springs area.  This non-profit was created to assist lesbians who are underserved by social service agencies. They provide funds to lesbians in crisis who may not have the same safety net as heterosexual women.   Since 2012, the L-Fund has assisted numerous lesbians and has just started an educational fund, the Lesbian Educational Assistance Fund (LEAP).   Based on their success, Ruth Debra shares about the program, so that other lesbians can start assisting lesbians in their own local communities.   For information on the L-Fund go to their website at:   https://l-fund.org/

    28 min

  8. 07/18/2018

    LGBT Healthcare Research with Leslie Wright

    Leslie Wright is a project manager and community liaison for Kaiser Permanente.  In this episode, we discuss healthcare issues related to the LGBT community.  Leslie shares about: her experience with community research for aging members of our community.  the importance of participating in health surveys, and the risk factors for lesbians. More information about Silver Sneakers, Capitol Hill Care Link and SAGE programs at the GLBT Community Center of Colorado go to: glbtcolorado.org

    41 min
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It is the goal of The Lesbian Story Project is to connect, support and inspire lesbians. Through the interviews, we will share the love, lives and passion of this community. Our aim is to connect a diverse group of women through personal stories. The Lesbian Story Project is about changing the conversation from negative media and homophobia to one of lesbian empowerment, challenge, and living successful lives.

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