Were We All Little Lezzies?

Elisa comes to camp to sip a shiitake mushroom infused Manhattan-type cocktail and talk about the nuances of growing up as a pansexual, biracial, white presenting woman trying to navigate life and dating in the smallest state: Rhode Island! Information around our camera & mic set up: https://linktr.ee/cryingwhiledriving ✋ Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. There are affiliate links located in our LINKTREE. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. #lgbtqia #pansexual #queeradvocacy #queerpodcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cryingd.substack.com

Crying While Driving welcomes Gem, the Operations and Development Director for Haus of Codec- a Providence-based nonprofit that provides safe housing for youth ages 18-24-to the couch this week for a maple whiskey sour! Their life’s passions include adding to their extensive library of local art, and advocacy surrounding public health, specifically HIV & STI prevention. Gem is originally from Rhode Island and has been a loud voice in political spaces sharing their own story of housing insecurities, mental health, and living with HIV. Gem continues its work in public health through Rhode Island’s HIV and STI Prevention Coalition. Haus of Codec provides youth in this transitional age group a place to call home, support to find permanent housing, and workforce development opportunities. The shelter space, which has been described by Gem as feeling more like a hotel, hosts food and clothing pantries, a shared bathroom and self- service kitchen, as well as access to essential services through partner providers. The shelter space provides a safe space and community for LGBTQQIA+ youth, staff, and volunteers. If you are interested in supporting Haus of Codec, consider joining a benefit event, visiting hausofcodec.org & contributing a gift to the shelter space ensuring each person has a gift under the tree this holiday season via their Amazon Wish List. Haus of Codec Benefit Events: Drag Bingo Night on Wednesday December 18th, 2024, 8:30 PM at The Black Sheep Providence: 397 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02903 Haus of Codec will be hosting the LGBTQQIA+ Resource Fair & ART Marketplace for the holiday season: Haus of Codec Holiday Marketplace 🎁Saturday, December 21, 2024 🎁5:00 PM 9:00 PM 🎁Farm Fresh Rhode Island Drag Trivia at Black Sheep with Host: Ladda: Holiday Trivia 👑Wednesday, December 11, 2024 👑Doors 6:30 PM Trivia 7:00 PM Drag Bingo at Black Sheep ✏️Wednesday, December 18, 2024 ✏️Doors at 5pm, Bingo at 7pm Website: hausofcodec.org IG: HausofCodec Information around our camera & mic set up: https://linktr.ee/cryingwhiledriving ✋ Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. There are affiliate links located in our LINKTREE. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. #community #lgbtqqia+ #homelessyouth #queeradvocacy #queerpodcast Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! 🛎 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cryingd.substack.com

Karissa Carson comes to camp to discuss the nuances of bi-sexuality, sobriety & queer media! We sip a calendula shrub & ginger mocktailChapters:00:10:18 intro02:30:15 relationship to queerness04:00:00 first girl crush08:30:00 catholic school10:13:15 dating & sobriety16:00:00 delulu dating scenarios18:00:00 queerness and sobriety25:00:00 mean girls28:00:00 best parts of being queer31:00:00 queer media 34:00:00 a word to the queer youthCalendula Shrub & Ginger Mocktail1 oz tangerine syrup1 oz apple cider vinegar1.5 oz lemon juice1.5 oz calendula shrub5 drops salinesplash yuzu hot saucedash "Drizzle Graza" olive oil bar spoon tangerine jamhard shake, over ice, double strain into chilled glass, top with club soda, garnish with crystallized ginger Information around our camera & mic set up:https://linktr.ee/cryingwhiledriving✋ Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. There are affiliate links located in our LINKTREE. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.#ComingOut #lgbtqia #bi #queeradvocacy #queerpodcast Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! 🛎 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cryingd.substack.com

Nikki Vergakes AKA The Queer Shadow-Work Witch comes back to camp to discuss community building, art as advocacy within the queer community, an intentional dating pause, walk us through the full moon in Aries & sips an APPLE CIDER DONUT INFUSED COFFEE - TEENI !!! Nikki is an absolute Goddess! Enjoy this episode! Hit the like & subscribe buttons would ya! FOLLOW NIKKI!https://nikki-de10.mykajabi.com/link-...INSTAGRAM: @ THEQUEERSHADOWWORKWITCHTT: @ THEQUEERSHADOWWORKWITCHYOUTUBE: @THELIMINALLOUNGECHAPTERS:00:03:24 full moon in Aries 00:05:31 intentional pause on dating00:11:08 how queer experiences shaped Nikki’s views on love, relationships and community00:14:00 overextending yourself in relationships00:17:20 building trust in relationships00:20:15 community support in individual healing00:24:15 self care practices for mental health00:27:30 cleansing, grounding, shielding 00:32:30 storytelling and art as advocacy for queer community00:42:00 shadow work within the queer community/ coming out 00:48:00 Tucker the chaos demon00:49:30 tops & bottoms00:52:40 tools & toys00:58:00 breaking all the rules with Andy01:05:15 lightning round/ marjorie!!!Apple Cider Donut Coffee-Teeni2 Ounces Oatmilk2 Ounces Coffee Cognac2 Ounces Apple Cider Donut Infused Vodka1 Ounce Vodka10 Drops SalineRim glass with salted caramelHard shake over ice, pour into chilled glassApple Cider Donut Infused Vodka:1 bag donutslarge mason jarcover donuts with vodkainfuse 1 monthstrain through cheese clothCoffee Cognac2 Pts cold crew concentrate to 1 pt cognacInformation around our camera & mic set up:https://linktr.ee/cryingwhiledriving✋ Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. There are affiliate links located in our LINKTREE. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.#ComingOut #lgbtqia #shadowwork #queeradvocacy #queerpodcast Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! 🛎 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cryingd.substack.com

Chelsea joins us in camp to discuss newly wed life, her amazing wife, house parties, coming out in the South & polyamory while sipping a low ABV Lillet Spritz!This is Lyndsey's first ~solo~ edit! Comment your thoughts & don't forget to hit the like & subscribe buttons!Chapters:01:30:21 married life07:14:22 leaving the south09:00:15 Providence bar scene11:30:15 emotional barriers with men12:20:24 polyamorous exploration14:30:30 The Ethical Slut15:30:30 eloping / wedding planning21:34:28 best parts of Chelsea’s wife Jess22:00:00 lesbian stereotypes25:03:00 dog drama28:00:00 coming out as poly vs lesbian31:41:17 first time with a womanJoin us for an inspiring and insightful conversation. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! 🛎For information about our tech set up and equipment you can watch our introductory video and visit our linktree.IG: Crying_While_DrivingTT: CryingWhileDrivinghttps://linktr.ee/cryingwhiledriving✋ Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. There are affiliate links located in our LINKTREE. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cryingd.substack.com

In this episode, Nikki Vergakes, THE Queer Shadow Work Witch stops by our cozy camper for a Little Compton Peach Flip. We ran into major tech issues this time around, hang in there with us! We eventually do figure out an acceptable camera & mic duo. Only crisper audio to come! BIG round of applause to Andy who edited this video multiple times- we are figuring out all the things.Nikki is an absolute Goddess! Enjoy this episode! Hit the like & subscribe buttons would ya! 00:80 minutes shadow-work12:50 hypnotherapy20:30 how does astrology play into shadow work24:00 Nikki’s relationship to queerness26:40 coming out with a bf32:00 how did family impact coming out/self identity 34:00 how has Nikki’s life changed since coming out44:48 biphobia transphobia53:10 Lyndsey initial thoughts to being a lesbianFOLLOW NIKKI!https://nikki-de10.mykajabi.com/link-in-bioINSTAGRAM: @ THEQUEERSHADOWWORKWITCHTT: @ THEQUEERSHADOWWORKWITCHYOUTUBE: @THELIMINALLOUNGELittle Compton Peach Flip Specs:4 Ounces Peach Infused Spirit2 Ounces Lemon Juice2 Ounces Peach Syrup2 Egg WhitesPinch Kosher SaltTop with Mineragua or Club Sodadry shake, hard shake on ice, strain, serve “Up”in a chilled glasstop with club soda, angostura bitters and garnish with edible flower (we used nasturtium)Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! 🛎For information about our tech set up and equipment you can watch our introductory video and visit our linktree.linktr.ee/cryingwhiledrivingIG: Crying_While_DrivingTT: CryingWhileDriving#QueerPodcast #ChosenFamily #ComingOut #lgbtqia #shadowwork #astrology This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cryingd.substack.com

In this episode, the spectacular Baum Kuchie stops by our cozy camper for an open-hearted chat! We explore:✨ Coming out and embracing authenticity🌍 Confronting cultural expectations from Cape Verdean & Portuguese roots 🔍 Impacts of internalized misogyny👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The importance of chosen family🌱 The journey of growing up as a young, gay Black manWe sip on a refreshing garden gimlet cocktail with jalapeño infused honey! 🍸 🍯🌶️Join us for an inspiring and insightful conversation. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! 🛎For information about our tech set up and equipment you can watch our introductory video and visit our linktree.linktr.ee/cryingwhiledrivingIG: Crying_While_DrivingTT: CryingWhileDriving#Podcast #DragQueen #BaumKuchie #ChosenFamily #ComingOut #LGBTQIA This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cryingd.substack.com

Join us for our first episode as we dive into the specs on Lyndsey’s camper as well and Andy’s technical challenges filming and editing our first few episodes. Whether you're here to learn, connect, or find solidarity, Crying While Driving is a space for everyone to feel seen and heard. You can expect our podcast to interview queer folks that have inspiring stories and wisdom to share. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cryingd.substack.com