Our Queer Fertility Journey: IUI, IVF, Pregnancy Loss, and Choosing Surrogacy

In this episode of Wives Not Sisters, Alex and Kayla dive deep into Jojo Siwa’s rise from Dance Moms to queer icon status. From the origins of her bow empire to Nickelodeon fame, child star controversies, her bold coming out, and her highly public relationships—this is a full WLW Lore Series breakdown you don’t want to miss. The hosts unpack Jojo’s “karma era,” viral moments, her mom’s controversial role, and whether the internet’s obsession is fair or fueled by queerness and celebrity culture.00:08 – Intro & two truths and a lie04:35 – Beginning Jojo Siwa lore: from Dance Moms to stardom10:50 – Jojo’s fame, social media dominance & bow empire19:03 – Coming out story, Nickelodeon backlash & DWTS same-sex partnership27:59 – XOMG Pop group & exploitation allegations42:14 – The “Karma Era” and viral controversies47:50 – Relationship history: Kylie, Avery, Cass, and more1:00:15 – Celebrity Big Brother drama, Chris Hughes & queer identity#JojoSiwa #QueerPodcast #WLWLore #CelebrityCulture #LGBTQPodcast #DanceMoms #PopCultureBreakdown #WivesNotSisters #LesbianPodcast #QueerRepresentationConnect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker

This week, Alix and Kayla dive into the long-standing dynamics between bisexual women and lesbians—myths, stereotypes, and the cultural nuances that shape queer relationships. From playful debates (Renee Rapp vs. Cara Delevingne) to candid reflections on identity, cancel culture, and representation in media, this episode explores queerness, binaries, and belonging in both private and public conversations.⏰ Timestamps00:01 – Intro + community shoutouts01:21 – Bi vs. Lesbian: celebrity edition05:46 – History of the “feud” & The L Word rewatch09:01 – Cancel culture and honest conversations13:17 – Stereotypes, myths, and personal rules23:20 – The dating pool & “gay math”32:08 – Marriage, monogamy & bisexual identity47:08 – Queer street cred & bi representation57:32 – Betty Who & Renee Rapp discourse01:07:37 – “Who’s the Problem” segment: WikiFeet + socks#QueerPodcast #LGBTQVoices #Bisexuality #LesbianVisibility #QueerLove #CancelCulture #RepresentationMatters #QueerIdentity #PodcastClips #WivesNotSistersConnect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker

In this episode of Wives Not Sisters, Alix and Kayla put their relationship to the test with a compatibility quiz led by producer Lex. From cover-stealing confessions to worst vacations, love languages, chores, intimacy, and financial teamwork, the couple dives deep into what makes their partnership thrive (and where it needs work). This candid and hilarious conversation shows that compatibility is about more than just matching answers—it’s about laughter, growth, and resilience.Timestamps:00:01 – Intro + Producer Lex joins the mic01:09 – Who steals the covers?03:07 – Best and worst trips together05:22 – Karaoke or dance party?12:25 – Talking finances + shared goals18:54 – Communication struggles & therapy wins32:33 – Gratitude and love languages38:34 – Intimacy + the lesbian deathbed55:16 – Conflict styles & growth over time58:25 – Future goals + Pele energy#WivesNotSisters #QueerPodcast #CouplesGoals #CompatibilityTest #LGBTQPodcast #RelationshipGoals #QueerLove #LesbianCouple #PodcastLife #LoveAndLaughterConnect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker

In this episode of Wives Not Sisters, Alix and Kayla unpack the “propaganda we’re not falling for”—from self-help catchphrases to fitness influencers and even avocado toast—before diving deep into their three-year fertility journey. They share candidly about choosing a sperm donor, navigating IUIs and IVF, pregnancy loss, and ultimately turning to surrogacy. Honest, funny, and vulnerable, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about queer family building, fertility challenges, or simply enjoying heartfelt conversations on love, resilience, and partnership.⏰ Timestamps:00:01 – Intro & what we’re not falling for04:16 – Fitness influencers & unrealistic promises06:46 – Heterosexuality as “propaganda”08:35 – Avocado toast and Mercury retrograde12:38 – Eight-step morning routines & mouth tape13:11 – Beginning our fertility journey15:15 – Choosing a sperm donor23:43 – Painful procedures & women’s health advocacy33:14 – Costs and realities of IUI38:34 – Shifting to IVF and mental health challenges53:10 – Pregnancy loss and moving forward58:29 – Choosing surrogacy over adoption01:02:06 – Strengthening marriage through challenges01:04:57 – “Who’s the problem?” popsicle editionConnect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker

In this episode of Wives Not Sisters, Alex and Kayla dive deep into the lore of Shannon Beveridge—from her early YouTube days and first love with Cammie Scott, to her rollercoaster relationships with Fletcher, Becky, and Becca. They unpack parasocial dynamics, viral breakup videos, the infamous Becky So Hot moment, and what it means to navigate queer identity in the public eye. Expect gossip, internet sleuthing, and lots of laughs along the way.⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Welcome & “Would You Rather” game (Shannon edition)04:30 – What “lore” means & why it matters in queer culture09:00 – Shannon’s coming out story & early YouTube fame15:00 – Relationship with Cammie Scott + iconic breakup video26:30 – Fletcher era: secret dating, Sex Tapes, and queer icon status42:30 – Becky + the chaos of Becky So Hot59:00 – Becca, breakup podcasts, and lessons in queer loveConnect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker

Alix & Kayla break down The Ultimatum: Queer Love—from boundaries and exes to chosen family, romance, and what true compatibility looks like. Expect laughs, hot takes, and some real talk on queer representation in reality TV.Timestamps:    •    00:01 | “This or That” game to kick things off    •    07:36 | Why queer reality TV matters (even when it’s messy)    •    15:22 | Boundaries, exes, and “open energy” in WLW relationships    •    26:16 | The “cake” conversation: monogamy, polyamory, and doubt    •    33:46 | Family acceptance, chosen family, and queer representation    •    41:23 | Romance vs. real intimacy (bubble baths or secure attachment?)Connect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker

Alix and Kayla are back for episode two! They share each other’s “toxic traits” before diving into loneliness, friendship struggles, and how one genuine connection can shift everything.Timestamps:    •    00:01 – Intro + playful “toxic traits” game    •    09:39 – Matching outfits & why the podcast is called Wives Not Sisters    •    10:07 – Admitting loneliness + challenges of making friends in your 30s    •    18:31 – Coming out, shifting friendships, and craving queer community    •    41:06 – How one neighbor opened the door to a supportive friend circle    •    51:22 – Closing segment: “Who’s the problem?”Connect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker

In their very first episode, Alix and Kayla dive into spicy hot takes, share lessons on love, and tell the hilarious, heartfelt story of how they met and fell for each other.Episode Timestamps:    •    1:56 – Hot Takes: Pop culture, Jojo Siwa, queerness, and the “trad wife” trend.    •    11:19 – Marriage tips: What a 103-year-old couple taught them about lasting love.    •    18:03 – The Story of Us: From parallel lives to meeting in Nicaragua.    •    33:36 – Early crushes: When friendship blurred into more.    •    39:00 – Buying land together (before they were even a couple!).    •    48:50 – Soul marriage under the stars.    •    53:17 – First kiss at SFO: The start of forever.Connect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker

Introducing Wives Not Sisters Podcast with wlw couple Alix Tucker and Kayla NielsenHi! We're Kayla and Alix. We're married, not sisters (even though that's what most strangers assume for some reason) and welcome to Wives Not Sisters, a podcast about relationships, but not just the romantic kind. We talk friendships, messy family dynamics, situationships, and most importantly: the relationship you have with yourself. Some days we're diving deep into life's big stuff like grief, identity, or boundaries.  And other days we're sharing our hot takes on viral internet lore, queer culture, or those silly moments in marriage that you can't help but to laugh at.Our show rides the wave of serious to silly and everything in between, because life doesn't come in categories. It can be playful and painful and awkward all in one day which is why we want to talk about ALL of it.We started this show for a few reasons: because us queers are always starving for more representation, because being married and a little boring isn't actually a death sentence for fun or individuality when you find the right person, because we want to make you smile at least once today, and because sometimes you need to hear someone say the thing you've been quietly thinking in order to realize, "Oh, I guess I'm not the only one!"Whether we're talking marriage, break ups, friend drama, or celebrity buzz we're always bringing it back to the human stuff. We're here to make you laugh, to make you feel seen, and to build a community of people who are figuring it out, just like us.So pull up a chair, get cozy, and welcome to Wives Not Sisters!Connect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker

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