The Lesbian Story Project

It is the goal of The Lesbian Story Project is to connect, support and inspire lesbians. Through the interviews, we will share the love, lives and passion of this community. It's the good news for lesbians podcast!

37: Elizabeth Mc Cain 02/23/2021

37: Elizabeth Mc Cain Interview with Elizabeth Mc Cain, author and storyteller. She discusses the release of her new memoir; A Southern Belle Tells All. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/18055658

36: Patty Jackson, Connecting on the Net 09/13/2020

36: Patty Jackson, Connecting on the Net 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. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/15987521

35: Women's Liberation Radio Network 10/09/2018

35: Women's Liberation Radio Network 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 . /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/7147246

34: Wendy Rouder 09/18/2018

34: Wendy Rouder 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. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/7062575

33: Living the Rainbow with Kristi Dean 08/07/2018

33: Living the Rainbow with Kristi Dean 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. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/6896400

32: Girl Talk with Erica Rose Film Director/Producer 08/01/2018

32: Girl Talk with Erica Rose Film Director/Producer Erica Rose shares her experience creating the movie Girl Talk. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/6874035

31: The L-Fund with Ruth Debra 07/24/2018

31: The L-Fund with Ruth Debra 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. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/6844880

30: LGBT Healthcare Research with Leslie Wright 07/18/2018

30: LGBT Healthcare Research with Leslie Wright Leslie Wright shares community based research based on LGBT seniors. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/6823662

29: Jen-US Army Veteran 07/11/2018

29: Jen-US Army Veteran 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: /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/6796861

28: BOLDFest with Pat Hogan 07/04/2018

28: BOLDFest with Pat Hogan 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 listen to her previous interview here: /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/6773694

27: Agnes C 06/27/2018

27: Agnes C In episode 27, I interview longtime friend, Agnes. She shares her journey of growing up in the Virgin Islands, her successful life in the hotel industry and losing it all to her battle with alcoholism. She has a powerful come back by facing her addiction which leads to a powerful life as a nurse. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/6749233

26: Mary Speegle 06/20/2018

26: Mary Speegle In this episode, the tables are turned and I get interviewed for a change. I did it to honor the lesbians I have interviewed. I have always been touched by their openness and vulnerability. It was a challenge speaking and editing the episode. It has raised my awareness in putting the program together. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/6724046

25: Jude Gassaway-Western Collections Documentary 12/13/2017

25: Jude Gassaway-Western Collections Documentary Jude Gassaway, storyteller, became the topic of the documentary, Western Collections. The film shows her life, collections and coming out late in the early 1980s. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/6043859

24: Pat Hogan, Founder and Organizer of BOLDFest 12/05/2017

24: Pat Hogan, Founder and Organizer of BOLDFest In this episode, I have an opportunity to talk with Pat Hogan, the Founder and Organizer of BOLDFest (Bold, Older Lesbians and Dykes). Pat has an important story about the history of BOLD, festival events and bridging generations in the lesbian community. For information about BOLDFest go to www.boldfest.com. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/6011907

23: Eydie-SAGE of the Rockies Storytelling Group 11/26/2017

23: Eydie-SAGE of the Rockies Storytelling Group This is the last episode of the lesbians from the SAGE of the Rockies Storytelling Group. Eydie shares three stories. The first, is from her personal experience. Sometimes real life is funnier than entertainment. The second, is a tale about the friendship between a duck and a hamster. The last, is about an unlikely job applicant for a parks and recreation job. Having these women read there stories was very successful. I look forward to working with groups in the future. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5980491

22: Betsy- Rockies SAGE Group 11/25/2017

22: Betsy- Rockies SAGE Group Betsy is our 5th lesbian from the Denver SAGE storytelling group. She shares her passion of tennis. In 1990, she participated in the Gay Games in Toronto, British Columbia. In 1994, she participated New York City with her daughter. In her recollection, she weaves tales from her experience and the local media coverage. For those of us who didn't get to go, she creates great images. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5978727

21: Gail Klock-SAGE Storyteller 11/24/2017

21: Gail Klock-SAGE Storyteller Gail shares her journey of finding self-love. There were major consequences she had to navigate to remain safe from a homophobic society. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5977144

20: Beth-The SAGE Writers Group 11/24/2017

20: Beth-The SAGE Writers Group Beth shares her story of coming out later in life. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5975885

19: Lesbian Writers from the SAGE of the Rockies Writers Group 11/22/2017

19: Lesbian Writers from the SAGE of the Rockies Writers Group Lesbians from the SAGE Writers Group, share their own favorite writings. Gillian shares about coming out and insights during a fall day. If you would like to read more of the work from the SAGE of the Rockies Writers Group go to: https://sageoftherockies.blogspot.com/ /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5970570

18: Saving the Mich Fest Land. 08/10/2017

18: Saving the Mich Fest Land. I crossed paths with Annemarie Serra at the National Women's Music Festival. She surprisingly told me that a non-profit organization is being formed called We Want the Land Coalition, to purchase the Michigan Women's Music Festival Site. In this interview, she talks about how the coalition got started and their plans for the future. If you'd like to connect with the coalition, Annemarie share the following resources in the podcast. website: Along with updates you can subscribe to their mailing list. Facebook: If you like these conversations, subscribe and leave a rating and review at iTunes or Stitcher. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5627594

17: Katie Watkins-Lesbian Connection Magazine 07/11/2017

17: Katie Watkins-Lesbian Connection Magazine In this interview, I talk with Katie Watkins with Lesbian Connections Magazine. Many of us have enjoyed this periodical for years, if not decades. Lesbian Connection connects our community through printed magazines, online and audio. Katie is the youngest member of the Lesbian Connection team. She is an asset as the magazine includes a younger generation. For more information on how to subscribe go to: . They can also be reached on Facebook. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5525667

16: The National Women's Music Festival 07/07/2017

16: The National Women's Music Festival Beginning broadcast from The National Women's Music Festival, Middleton, WI /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5516697

15: Gitta Ridder-Womynlink 05/28/2017

15: Gitta Ridder-Womynlink Gidda Ritter is creating, a 55 yr. and above womyn space, on the internet. Womynlink brings womyn together to share ideas, memories and share support, without leaving your home. Currently, it hosts bi-weekly kitchen table discussions. Topics have included: Brene Brown's work, the status of older lesbians and issues as we grow older. The platform allows for everyone to be seen and heard. Gidda sees the expertise within the community and would like for womyn to offer seminars. The site just celebrated its 1st year anniversary. With a core group of womyn, they are creating a new safe space for older lesbians. For more information contact Gidda at: /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5395855

14: Mardi Moore, Executive Director of Out Boulder County 02/26/2017

14: Mardi Moore, Executive Director of Out Boulder County In this interview, I had to privilege to speak with Mardi Moore, the Executive Dir. Of Out Boulder County. Under her leadership, over the last 3 years, here is some of the progress they've made: Out Boulder expanded to Out Boulder County . Out Boulder County is now focused on meeting the needs of the whole LGBTQ community. Out Boulder County expanded by opening an additional office on Main St. in Longmont, CO. Creation of the Transgender Leadership Academy In this conversation, we get to know Mardi Moore's personal side. She talks about growing up in rural Colorado. After graduating from the University of Denver, she was involved in advocating for AIDS victims. Later, in Seattle, she started a company to raise money from smaller donors to benefit LGBT citizen rights and start the Pride Foundation. Mardi shares the importance of keeping balance in her personal life in order to keep strength for the daily challenges of leadership. Mardi’s openness and insight gives us her personal perspective on the continued challenges toward LGBT rights and freedoms. Her history, along with her involvement on the national level, has brought a seasoned leader back home to Boulder. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5117469

13: Kandis Glasgow-A Coloring Adventure: Mandala Meditation Journey 02/12/2017

13: Kandis Glasgow-A Coloring Adventure: Mandala Meditation Journey In episode 13, I interview Kandis Glasgow on her book, A Coloring Adventure: Mandala Meditation Journey. After a divorce and spiritual crisis, she found healing through the use of mandalas and journaling. Kandis shares how her life changed and the book came together. For more information about the book, go to , or contact Kandis directly at /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5077535

12: Suzanne Noe-Founder of ProSuzy.com 02/07/2017

12: Suzanne Noe-Founder of ProSuzy.com In this interview, I talk with Suzanne Noe, the community organizer and founder of ProSuzy.com. Suzanne created Pro Suzy, in the St. Petersburg, FL area, as a way to meet other lesbians who share common interests. When Suzanne retired and sold the business, she had over 7,000 lesbians on her email list. During the interview, she shares her experience and ideas for bringing lesbians together. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/5061276

11: The Lesbian Story Project with Sonya Jaquez Lewis 11/27/2016

11: The Lesbian Story Project with Sonya Jaquez Lewis Sonya 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. Listen 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. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/4864073

10: Mary Kristofek, author of Melody's Battle 11/15/2016

10: Mary Kristofek, author of Melody's Battle Mary Kristofek, author of Melody's Battle: A young woman's struggle and surrender to dementia, is the guest for episode #10. Mary wrote this book as a part of her healing after Melody's death. It can serve as a resource for others facing the death of a loved one. You can access her book on Amazon at: It is available in both Kindle and soft bound books. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/4832357

09: The Lesbian Story Project with Deb Tiemens 10/25/2016

09: The Lesbian Story Project with Deb Tiemens [caption id="attachment_590" align="alignright" width="152"] Deb Tiemens[/caption] Deb Tiemens enjoyed her time in college. It gave her the opportunity to be a leader, refine her craft as a musician and flourish. She was the success story of the students Northwestern College wanted to graduate. Not long after graduation, it was no surprise that she was selected to she was hired by the college as an admissions recruiter. After starting a relationship with another woman, she sought guidance on what to do as a lesbian. In her story, she shares the opposition and challenges she faced, how she found support and the amazing opportunity to reconnect to her faith and heal. Deb Tiemens and I got to know each other in college. I am grateful for her gracious ability to share her personal coming out experience. Many are wounded in an environment of religious rejection. Amazingly, Deb was able to find a place of acceptance of those who rejected and tried to “fix” her and and a comfortable place in her spiritual life. Deb shares the importance of authenticity and the healing power of community. Deb Tiemens is a gifted singer/song writer. Before and after the interview, she sings Friends of the Heart and A New Song to Sing. These songs were performed during her presentation to the Room for All National Conference. Her album, Muse, can be found at cdbaby.com/cd/tiemens on itunes at /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/4771845

08: The Lesbian Story Project with Arden Eversmeyer 10/17/2016

08: The Lesbian Story Project with Arden Eversmeyer [caption id="attachment_577" align="alignleft" width="150"] Arden Eversmeyer[/caption] Here in episode #8, we have a conversation with Arden Eversmeyer, The founder of the old lesbian Herstory Project. She started interviewing lesbians over the age of 70, nineteen years ago. Thankfully, this project has saved life stories of lesbians born in early 1900s. Today, the Herstory Project has completed over 500 lesbian life stories and anticipates adding another 100 this year. These finished life stories are a gift from all of the women involved. Starting with a recorded interview and transcription, the finished story is a beautiful document including pictures, awards and achievements. [caption id="attachment_578" align="alignright" width="150"] Arden and her wife Charlotte[/caption] The oral histories are given to each woman who shares her story and are archived at the Sophia Smith Collection at Smith College. From the collection of stories, there are 2 books: A Gift of Age, and Without Apology. They give a glimpse of what life was like for the strong women who have gone before us. These women were true to themselves and fully engaged in life. For more information on the Old Lesbian Story Project go to: Please support the Lesbian Story Project by subscribing to the podcast on I-tunes and leave a rating and review. This will get the word out to more lesbians. /episode/index/show/thelesbianstoryproject/id/4751834

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