Playlist: Hangin’ On The Telephone
There’s a reason there aren’t any good songs about texting.
Team Pick: The Advocate Presents “Black, LGBT, American”
“I am black, but rendered invisible within most mainstream LGBT movements. I am gay and have been ostracized by the homophobia of other black people.”
Straddler On The Street: Minerva
Minerva describes herself as a “soon-to-be post-university queer lady and professional trans feminist” and spoiler alert, she’s awesome.
Ode to My Pantry: Granita
Make your own frozen dessert because sometimes it’s too hot to leave the house to find ice cream.
It’s Sunday Funday And Even Some Republicans Support LGBT Students
It’s the gayest day ever is what I’m saying.
NSFW Lesbosexy Sunday Is Going Skinny Dipping
This week on NSFW Sunday: how to take sexy photos, lust and long-term relationships, losing labels and more.
Orange is the New Black: 7 Things We Should Talk About
It’s important to be super fucking aware of why this show resonates so deeply with people, and I wanna know what y’all think. [SPOILER ALERT: all the spoilers]
Take Your Tech On A Fun Run
Nothing is better at making you feel accomplished like sweating until you melt. And nothing is better at making that even more satisfying than a few good running apps.
At Last, Obama Gives America Some Real Talk On Racism
On what Obama said (and didn’t say) this morning when he surprised everybody with a speech expanding on his thoughts about the Trayvon Martin ruling.
Comment Awards Are Wondering If There’s A/C In Women’s Prison
We’re checking Riese’s mail, walking each other’s dogs and planning brunch!
Cheers, Queers! The Craft Beer Decoder Will Help You Find a New Favorite
In which I suggest some crafty alternatives to the brews you already know and love.
You Should Go: The Bronx LGBTQ Pride Festival & Health Fair
Come be gay in the Bronx with me on Saturday!
Claire’s College Lesbianage: This Place Is Not For Me
“At Wellesley, I was never homesick. Not even in the dead of winter, when Boston was buried in snow and Phoenix was at its most palatable, did I miss home.”
Cameroonian LGBT Activist Found Dead In His Home
“We do not know who killed Eric [Lembembe], or why . . . but his friends suspect that in killing him, someone wanted to kill a movement. “
Things I Read That I Love #84: What If We Acknowledged Those Fears?
Topics include Walter White, manic pixie dream girls, economics, shyness, Kerry Washington, shyness, Jonestown, racism and mercy, the future of journalism, affirmative action and more!
“Orange Is The New Black” Episode 103 Recap: Lesbians Are Very Dangerous
Let’s just go right ahead and kick off this recap with a gif of Alex. Let’s make that a thing that we do, okay?
Lez Get Dressed For Work: F*ck Yeah End Of Season Sales
Cute summer things are finally on sale because fashion thinks it’s basically fall now but we all know it’ll be hot until at least October.
Pretty Little Liars 406: Under the Gay Fiddle
It’s Open Mic Night in Rosewood and Emily’s about to learn just how good Shana is at fingering.
Clear Eyes, Full Hearts, Just Lost: Texas Women Are Down but Not Out
“HB2 outlaws abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy, shuts down all but five abortion clinics in the state and tightens guidelines when it comes to abortion drugs. It’s a law that undoubtedly affects so many in the state: low-income, working class, people of color.”
DeAnne Smith’s Questionable At Best Asks “What Makes a Good Sandwich?”
“Truffle oil is too far for anything.”