How do sledges enhance a lesbian wedding? What is it like to navigate adoption procedures in the UK? Also, what does 'losing and finding oneself' entail in the aftermaths of a marriage break-up? Meet Hannah, a professional photographer and frie

#0029 - Liza Cowan

Apr 7th, 2022 1h 18m

How do pitch forks, a bunch of woman during apple harvest, and a LP vinyl cover make history? And what's it like to travel the world in the name of music and feminism?Meet Liza Cowan, an artist, former radio host, producer, magazine editor, and

#0028 - The 'Lezmas Special' with Jane Traies

Dec 25th, 2021 1h 26m

For this year's 'Lezmas Special', we are joined by author, academic, and oral history expert Jane Traies, who tells us about her relationship to Christmas, Christmas routines but also Christmas taboos. She generously opens a window into her jou

#0027 - Alice Frick & Lauren Karl

Dec 1st, 2021 1h 36m

What's it like to spend a night in a jail in the US and still see the humour in it? And what does it take to stay friends with your ex and maybe even work with each other professionally? Meet Alice Frick and Lauren Karl who, in this episode, sh

#0026 - Osazeme

Sep 27th, 2021 1h 35m

What's it like to identify as a 'dyke' and live and work in Bamako, Mali? How do women's co-operatives work and how does resource scarcity impact local economies and peace?Meet Osazeme who, in this episode, helps shed some light on these quest

#0025 - Elaine Chambers

Jul 29th, 2021 1h 59m

Once upon a time, homosexuality was treated as a criminal offence within the UK military. Elaine Chambers unfortunately lives to tell the tale as she faced serious allegations that were hinged on her 'lesbian tendencies' and led to the abrupt e

#0024 - Caroline

Jun 21st, 2021 1h 3m

What's it like to come out later in life to your family and children? And what does it take to gently challenge the status quo on an island where Lesbians might, conventionally speaking, not feel as visible? In this episode, we meet Caroline wh

#0023 - Elaine McKenzie

May 31st, 2021 1h 23m

Something curious happens whenever Elaine is told that she can't do something... In fact, chances are that every 'no' she received in her life has possibly resulted in something special. When it comes to the community here in London - this spec

#0022 - Annie

Apr 18th, 2021 1h 36m

Meet Annie - an operations & logistics professional with a background in voice-over work in the Nigerian film industry. In this episode, she shares her story, talks about what 'home' means to her, and also what it was like to find strength in h

A Lesbian Affair - Trailer

Apr 11th, 2021 39s

Introducing a long-form, conversational lesbian podcast. The 'A Lesbian Affair' Pod might just be the answer to your google searches.Support the show

#0021 - Pat

Mar 17th, 2021 1h 5m

What's it like to come out as gay to your twin sister? And what's life like in Arkansas? Meet Pat, a history buff, Park Ranger and 'thespian lesbian' who can share some insight into these questions.In this episode, she talks to Jess about her

#0020 - The 2020 'Lezmas Special'

Dec 25th, 2020 1h 43m

Surprise - we've reached the Season One Festive Special of 'A Lesbian Affair'!So let's have a look at what makes Christmas good and how we can also talk about its associated challenges. What's love got to do with it and what about family tradit

#0019 - Anna & Teresa

Dec 15th, 2020 1h 28m

What's it like to find love, and dance into a relationship that comes with its own challenges... such as navigating a 20 year age-difference? Meet Anna and Teresa, who have learned to deal with just that.In this episode, they generously let us

#0018 - Fae

Nov 10th, 2020 1h 19m

What's it like to join the circus and identify as 'not straight'? In today's episode, Jess is joined by Fae who discusses her journey into the performing arts sector and her relationship with the queer community. There is common ground as both

Episode 018 - Linda Riley & Cat Haldane

Oct 15th, 2020 46m 48s

This episode features Linda Riley, known as the publisher of DIVA Magazine, founder of the Lesbian Visibility Week, and also a Stonewall Housing Gold Champion. She is joined, on behalf of Stonewall Housing, by Cat Haldane who generously also sh

Episode 018 - Linda Riley & Cat Haldane

Oct 14th, 2020 46m 48s

#0017 - Sandra

Oct 7th, 2020 1h 1m

This week's episode features Sandra - a singer, writer, and bibliophile from London. In many ways, this podcast recording is about her story, talent and extraordinary level of resilience as she reflects on adverse childhood experiences, the sti

#0016 - Krisha

Sep 18th, 2020 1h 31m

Does Tinder work in Kyrgyzstan?... Meet Krisha who might be able to tell you just that as she navigates life and dating within Kyrgyz society. In this episode, we discuss experiences around breakups, what it means to be at home in different cul

#0015 - Katie

Sep 3rd, 2020 1h 1m

In this episode, Jess talks to Katie who is currently weathering the impacts of the pandemic at home in Canada, having recently completed her university degree. There are explorations of her personal academic journey (having studied Gender Poli

#0014 - Fen & Kerry

Aug 23rd, 2020 1h 12m

What does it take to be a radical bookseller? Well... meet Fen & Kerry, two women who have earned a reputation as just that. Both work for 'Letterbox Library' in London and also happen to be a lesbian couple. In this episode, we explore histori

#0013 - Robin

Aug 6th, 2020 54m 9s

In this episode, Jess introduces Robin who joins her for a discussion about coming out and explores why staying in the closet on a selective basis can be a matter of self-protection. She talks about how being a daughter to Chinese parents in an

#0012 - Kate Charlesworth

Jul 28th, 2020 1h

Meet Kate Charlesworth, an award-winning illustrator, artist and graphic novelist who has recently brought out 'Sensible Footwear: A Girls Guide'. In this episode, she explores how her autobiography lent itself as a framework for the graphic no

#0011 - Sarah

Jul 14th, 2020 1h 4m

Meet Sarah - a retired recruitment professional and hypnotherapist. In this episode, she explores what it means to come out late in life, how coming out changes us but also whether it impacts the ways in which we conduct our relationships. Ther

#0010 - Samara

Jul 2nd, 2020 53m 55s

In this week's episode Jess talks to Samara, a creative professional from London. Discussions revolve around early experiences of difference, societal pressures in relation to gender expression and 'femininity', as well as how cultural represen

#0009 - Angie

Jun 21st, 2020 1h 11m

Meet Angie who for decades has been dedicated to the formation and nurture of lesbian community. She is an advocate for animal welfare, women, lesbians, and pacifism. In this episode, we explore stories and themes of Angie's life which include