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11: The Lesbian Story Project with Sonya Jaquez Lewis

The Lesbian Story Project

Release Date: 11/27/2016

37:  Elizabeth Mc Cain show art 37: Elizabeth Mc Cain

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Interview with Elizabeth Mc Cain, author and storyteller. She discusses the release of her new memoir; A Southern Belle Tells All.

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36: Patty Jackson, Connecting on the Net show art 36: Patty Jackson, Connecting on the Net

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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 .  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.

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35:  Women's Liberation Radio Network show art 35: Women's Liberation Radio Network

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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 .

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34:  Wendy Rouder   show art 34: Wendy Rouder

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From Wendy's childhood, in the '50s, being enamored with actresses of the day, to leading the Arcaid Theatre Group, Wendy shares a powerful life journey.  

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33:  Living the Rainbow with Kristi Dean show art 33: Living the Rainbow with Kristi Dean

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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.  

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32:  Girl Talk with Erica Rose Film Director/Producer show art 32: Girl Talk with Erica Rose Film Director/Producer

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Erica Rose shares her experience creating the movie Girl Talk.

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31:  The L-Fund with Ruth Debra show art 31: The L-Fund with Ruth Debra

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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.

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30:  LGBT Healthcare Research with Leslie Wright show art 30: LGBT Healthcare Research with Leslie Wright

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Leslie Wright shares community based research based on LGBT seniors.

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29:  Jen-US Army Veteran show art 29: Jen-US Army Veteran

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In this episode, I interviewed Jen, an army vet.  Following in her father's footsteps, she joined the army to fulfill her desire to serve her country.  She excelled in her training and felt she was destined to make the army a career.  However, she served during the "don't ask, don't tell era in the military. This caused her to struggle with confusion and the ultimate fear of being exposed as a lesbian.   The BOLDFest is gearing up registration for the festival this Labor Day Weekend!  For more info., go to:      

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28:  BOLDFest with Pat Hogan show art 28: BOLDFest with Pat Hogan

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Pat Hogan, activist, lesbian event producer and the moving force behind BOLDFest.  The festival is scheduled for Labor Day Weekend, August 30th-Sept. 2nd. in Vancouver, British Columbia.   In our conversation, Pat highlights upcoming sessions and musical entertainment.  We also discuss how she got into community building for lesbians.  Lesbians come from all over North America and other countries to enjoy each others company, laugh and share ideas in a supportive setting.   For more information on the upcoming BOLDFest, go to:  .   You can...

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  2016111095215404-1Sonya Jaquez Lewis has been active in LGBT and political issues for many years.  In this interview, she shares her perspective on the challenges we've faced and looks to the future.  Some of her involvement have included: Co-hosting the Creating Change Conference in Denver, CO, President of the Board for Boulder Pride (now Out Boulder), Delegate to the Democratic National Convention for the last three elections,  and  The Compete Diversity 2016 Female Athlete of the  Year Award.  With our new political climate, we need to stand strong.  Listen2016111095214003 to this interview for a look back to our wins and a strategy for the future. The left photo, Sonya and her partner Allison (right), celebrate her win at the Compete Diversity Awards.  The right photo:  Connie Waldman, Publisher of Compete Magazine and Sonya Jaquez Lewis, 2016 Female Athelete of the Year. If you enjoy the Lesbian Story Project, please  subscribe to the podcast on I-tunes, Stitcher and Google Groups.  Help get the word out by leaving a rating and a review on i-Tunes.