Lesbian Lounge

JD and Denise speak with Samantha Fox, The Lesbian Curiosity Coach on what exactly that title means. If you're older, younger, wondering why you're feeling things or your head is swirling with unfamiliar thoughts, Samantha will help you, point you towards helpful resources and work through what's going on. Her services as a therapist help anyone make sense of sexuality struggles. You can find her on Instagram and TikTok. To watch this chat on our Youtube channel, click this link. 

JD and Denise chat with Elena Bernal, from Fort Lauderdale's "Lesbian Thespians" Theatre group which is making waves in the area with fantastic productions and amazing community building events. Elena's infectious energy will grip you from the get-go and leave no question why this group is so fun and doing great things. To watch on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

JD and Denise talk with queer comedian Kuan-Wen Huang from all the way in Taiwan as he prepares to take The Edinburgh Fringe Fest by storm this August with his show "Andrews Are The Worst". Full of snark and humor, Kuan explains how his last two relationships helped him spawn a show about his exes, both Andrews! He also talks about his travels and comedy and the adjustments he's made based on audiences and countries he's lived and performed in. To watch this show on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

Denise and JD have a catch up on what each of them have been up to this summer. Denise struggles with home selling and buying in the UK -how different it is from in the United States and JD is ready to release her brand new single "Unbroken" which you can find on Spotify, iTunes, Apple, wherever yo get your music downloads from. To watch this on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

The girls take a little summer break, but they've got a GREAT rewind show with musician Elliot Lee, comedian, writer, Jami Smith of Songs That Saved My Life substack, and one of our favourite guests, Queer As Folk's Michelle Clunie! Happy Pride! (watch the show here on our YouTube channel by clicking this link)

Denise and JD talk with NY based Jason Mitchell Khan, a fabulous queer man who is so multi talented we didn't even know where to start! He's an event planner, wedding planner, ex theatre playwright and an author! With his second book on the way, Jason tells us how he found is wedding planner calling in the midst of all these other careers. He even planned Mariah Carey's cousin's wedding! What a super fun chat! Watch it by clicking this link to our Youtube Channel.https://youtu.be/9Dks7HnEphU?feature=shared

Denise and JD talk to comedian Dana Goldberg about her "Gay of The Day" videos and reels where she selects an LGBTQIA person from the past to the present and teaches us a little tidbit bit about queer history every day throughout Pride Month. You can find her at dgcomedy on all the socials and we highly recommend watching these quick info hits. We also delve a little into the nightmarish political hellscape that's happening in the States right now. To watch this conversation on our YouTube Channel, click this link.  

JD and Denise talk with fitness expert Jaime Filer about her online fitness company that serves the LGBTQIA community as well as everyone else, with tailored programs and matched trainers that specialise in your goals whether it be weight loss, toning, nutrition, general health and more -all from your own home, office (or anywhere!) on video with the guidance and expertise from her knowledgable staff. To watch this chat on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

For episodes 217 with Chris Ab Fab Rhoades, Episode 218 with South Florida Drag Queen Priince Triila and Episode 219 JD's recap of West Palm Beach's Pride On The Block - please use this link to our YouTube Channel and be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to never miss a video show! 

Denise updates listeners on what's been going on with her, as she suffered a heart attack on May 23rd. Back home after an angioplasty and feeling better every day, she gives some pointers and thanks everyone for reaching out. 

JD talks to Donna Weinberger about the organisation Inspire Recovery of West Palm Beach, Florida about what it does and how it helps LGBTQIA Youth in these trying times. We're also talking to Chris Rhodes of Next Level Talent next week as putting on event soon to benefit Inspire Recovery. To watch this on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

This rewind mix features Lisa Kirkman and Katie Marie, both who chose to end comfortable relationships in pursuit of true self authenticity and happiness. Inspiring, brave journeys by both! Watch on our YouTube Channel, by clicking this link.

JD and Denise welcome Rachel Covello, who wears many hats in the LGBTQIA Community- from women's pop up events around South Florida, to comedy shows, to travel content creating that focuses on the things that are important points often overlooked. Much is discussed about the things Rachel thinks about when creating an event, and the needs of the big diverse community in the South Florida. To watch this conversation on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

Denise and JD catch up with a big ol' chat about relationships past and present, lessons, pitfalls, hindsight and more. It's always a good time when the lesbians get to talkin'! They have some laughs about Denise trying to keep her houseplants alive and JD's panic about not having a building elevator for six weeks.  Watch this on our YouTube Channel by clicking this link. 

JD and Denise welcome Katie Hall, our talented British friend who's new book "To Autumn" is out now on all the platforms you usually get your books (or e-books) from. Katie's first novel from AffinityBooks dot com, centers on young Robyn, who's dealing with big, confusing feelings regarding her Mum, her own sexuality and school. Katie explains the inspiration for the story, the nod to 90's nostalgia, including the popular soap "Neigbours" and good ol' caravan parks.  Great chat about lesbian fiction, publishing, literary agents and more. To watch this on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

With Denise away, JD has complied a great GAY rewind remix with filmmaker Anthony Hand, financial coach David Lester, blogger and author Sean O'Callaghan and Chih and Mike Dorsey of The dumpling Dudes.

JD talks with musician, composer, author and filmmaker Jack Curtis Dubrowsky this week about all the hats he wears in his multi-faceted career. To watch this on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

JD and Denise talk with musician Katie Marie who is back from touring with Paula Cole & Sophia B Hawkins. She tells us about ALL the changes she's been through in the last 10 months- from her divorce to finding love again, she discusses how all of it has effected her life, her music and lets us in on NEW tour info for Canada. To watch this on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

JD and Denise have a fun chat with husbands Mike and Chih, aka: The Dumpling Dudez (on social media). They talk about how the company came about, how Covid actually excelled their business, causing them to streamline and use social media more seriously. That, in turn, made them realise they could give up "corporate" life and pursue the dream of doing what they were passionate about and playing to one another's strengths in the business together. Now, they're making a huge, exclusive announcement about the direction they are heading as they prepare to leave Texas and head to Portland. To watch this on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

JD and Denise welcome Sean O'Callaghan, aka: The Fat Gay Vegan to the show. He's the author of "Fat Gay Vegan: Live Like You Give a Shit", his blog covers all things vegan, social injustices, awareness, cafes and restaurants that specialise in vegan menus and more. Sean tells us his reasons for changing his lifestyle, what he's learned, and how you can make small changes that help you, the planet and more. To Watch this show on our YouTube Channel, click this link.