Let's Just Say It

Knowing the history of the LGBTQ community is a way to understand why we need Pride month, why we continue to fight for equality, and basic human rights.  Tune in and learn all about the transwomen and lesbians who were persecuted in the 1800's, how the feminist movement excluded lesbians, and how Magnus Hirschfeld, a German physician, sexologist, and LGBTQ advocate, carried out the first adv...

There are a lot of myths and misconceptions out in the world about the LGBTQ community and we are here to bust 'em! Kathy and Taras discuss myths like: Lesbians hate men (nope - we just love women - a lot) You can always tell when someone is trans (not the case) It's easier being a lesbian (let's fact check that) Transgender is a mental illness (throw away the DSM) Tune in and learn...

For the LGBTQ+ community, feeling safe in the communities they live in is essential. Kathy and Taras share their experiences when showing PDA (public displays of affection) with girlfriends and how they are (at times) super hypervigilant when out in public. Kathy talks about coming out to her parents (in her 20s) and how her older gay sister paved the road for her (it still wasn't easy!).  Tu...

Taras continues his story by sharing his experience of starting hormone therapy, the physical and emotional changes, and the reaction from family members. Tune in and learn how Taras became afraid of needles a few months into starting hormone injections, how he mentally adjusted to the changes happening to him, and why he wants people to know when he made the decision to transition he was choosing...

In part one of Taras sharing his coming out story, he takes us on his journey from middle school through high school. The gradual progression of discovery and ultimately having the courage to be his true self. Tune in and learn when Taras had his first female crush, why the police got involved when he shared notes with a female friend, the fear of transitioning, and the absolute joy he felt when h...

Kathy shares how she knew she was different and had crushes on girls in middle & high school. Growing up in a small town in NY, she didn’t have any LGBTQ+ resources, mentors, or community to help her understand what was happening internally. In 1985, she moved to Syracuse to attend college and ended up feeling even more confused about her sexual orientation. Tune in and learn how better life b...

Taras and Kathy talk all things dating and being in relationships. You guessed it - the “What does a lesbian bring on the third date?” joke was mentioned. Tune in and learn what a black cat and golden retriever have to do with the LGBTQ community, how Kathy and a couple of co-workers used dating apps as a competition, and what Taras thinks about pick up lines. We want to hear from you! Are you dat...