23 episodes
Cheers for Queers Sarah Garner and Madelein Smith
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- Society & Culture
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5.0 • 11 Ratings
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The LGBTQ experience is diverse, but we still only hear a few stories in the media. Queer comedians Madelein Smith and Sarah Garner dive into the stories you've never heard and the ones you thought you knew. Whether you are part of LGBTQ community or an ally, this show will make gays, straights, and everyone in between laugh, think, and explore.
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Writing for TV if You're Not a White Man
This week, the gals talk to comedian and friend, Vannessa Jackson. Vannessa's writing credits include TigerBeat, A Little Late with Lilly Singh, and currently SNL (heard of it?!?!?). They talk how to break in when the system is working against you, self-care and creativity.
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A Lot Has Happened
We're back after an unplanned hiatus, but we had a good reason, we swear! We were going through it! On this ep, we talk breakups, grief and sadness, and finding the little joys in life. If you struggled over the holiday season, we hope it helps you feel less alone.
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If you're struggling with mental illness, or anything else, here are some helpful resources:
National Alliance on Mental Illness
The Trevor Project
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Getting through a Breakup with Veronica Garza
We're back, baby! After a little hiatus, we're back with a doozy of an episode. The girls have their dear friend and comedian, Veronica Garza. Veronica tells the story of getting over a particularly tough breakup and now she's processing that and her sobriety. She also shares about her upbringing in Texas and how she came out to her mom at a bar.
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Writing for TV When You're Queer and Not Ryan Murphy
This week, Madelein and Sarah talk to Morgan Swank, co-founder of Moonscar Productions. Morgan is a TV writer, producer, comedian and all around amazing person. They talk about navigating an industry that often feels stacked against you. Morgan discusses how she navigated the industry and creates opportunities for LGBTQIA+ people and BIPOC.
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It's just Gender with Kendra Dawsey
This week, the queers are joined by comedian and friend, Kendra Dawsey (LOL Network). They talk about Kendra's story, from their mom figuring out they are a lesbian before them to dissecting and understanding their gender. They also talk about astrology (duh!) and float the idea of an astrology sex list.
You can catch Madelein, Sarah and Kendra at the Hartford Funny Bone on July 11th at 4:00pm. Tickets here!
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Madelein's Coming Out Story
In honor of Pride Month and based on a listener request, Madelein shares her story. She talks about being married, then meeting her girlfriend and coming out. It's an emotional, but super real story for anyone coming out later in life.
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Customer Reviews
exactly what I needed!
as a latent millennial queer, this podcast is the exact conversation I need to have and hear! my only complaint is that I can’t jump in on the conversation. ✨
Makes me feel safe
Smart, funny, queer, amazing interviews. Listen for sure!
Can’t wait for more!
Keep the episodes coming! Great fun and lots of laughs with these two :)