Beverley Knight is on the cover, people! You know Everything is Going to be Alright...And what a cover!It's a bumper issue of DIVA magazine and a bumper episode of the DIVA Debrief, with the right royal Roxy Bourdillon, editor supreme, and The L Word star Rachel Shelley (aka Helena Peabody).DiscussingLGBTQ History MonthTwenty years of The L Word - TWENTY!Whether it's time to phase out the term "openly gay"Ella Gauci's special report on our elderly LGBTQIA+ communityPlus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener.Wherever You Are In the World.This month: Libbie from Maryland, USA. Thank you Libbie!The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel ShelleyWant to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's February issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DIVA magazine's editorial assistant Ella (aka your personal queer newsreader) brings you the hottest and most important headlines from the last two weeks in our new segment: DIVA Digest. Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Edited by Ella Gauci.Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Check out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes - where you can find all your favourite LGBTQIA voices.Are you living outside of the UK? Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com and tell your LGBTQIA story to the world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ali Hendry's Relationship Room with author of “NeuroQueer” CJ DeBarraCJ DeBarra (they/them) is a non-binary, queer journalist and author from Ireland and based in Nottingham. Today we discuss:·        Sex, Kink and ADHD·        ADHD queer dating·        ADHD self-advocacy·        Why there are so many queer neurodivergent humansStay connected with CJ DeBarraHave you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel ShelleyWant to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's #podDIVA we spoke to the enigmatic singer-songwriter Marika Hackman about her new album Big Sigh. Join us as we dig into what inspires her music, the trials and tribulations of the "old queer longing", having crushes on girls in the year above at school, and about how she met her partner and DIVA-fave singer Art School Girlfriend! Editorial Assistant Ella Gauci dives into the making of this highly anticipated album. Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel ShelleyWant to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Edited by DIVA's amazing Editorial Assistant Ella GauciAdditional editing and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

podDIVA is off nibbling mince pies with Sapphic Claus this week, but we didn't want to leave you with empty stockings!A Gentleman Jack bonanza!Featuring the married folk duo Belinda O'Hooley and Heidi Tidow, creators of THAT theme tune!We're celebrating this smash HBO / BBC TV show in all its sapphic glory!With star Suranne Jones on this month's DIVA cover.Hear amazing tales of love, self-actualization, joy and music-making that Gentleman Jack has inspired.Including contributions from Patricia Esgate, Neve Elizabeth, Liv Woodward, Meg Maguire, Jill Liddington, Donna Raney, Esther Newton and Sarah Wingrove.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and co-edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAAdditional editing by the awesome Nic Crosara.Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.ukThis episode originally aired April 2022 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on podDIVA we have a special episode of The Relationship Room with Moe Ari Brown.  Moe Ari is the Love and Connection Expert for the dating app Hinge – Hinge is now the UK’s number one trending dating app!Moe is also a Mental Health Expert in Transgender Identity and a Licenced Marriage & Family Therapist In this episode, Moe talks to your host of The Relationship Room and DIVA Magazine’s Ali Hendry about Deepening Our Love Goals.And as we enter the holiday period -  how can we use connection to support our mental health?Stay connected with Moe Ari Brown:Insta: @loveoutproudThe DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel ShelleyWant to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DIVA magazine's editorial assistant Ella (aka your personal queer newsreader)...brings you the hottest and most important headlines from the last two weeks in our new segment: DIVA Digest. Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Edited by Ella Gauci.Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Check out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes - where you can find all your favourite LGBTQIA voices.Are you living outside of the UK? Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com and tell your LGBTQIA story to the world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready for the big bash - DIVA is turning 30 next year! Woo hoo!Join The L Word star Rachel Shelley (aka Helena Peabody) and DIVA's very own Sapphic-Claus Roxy Bourdillon, resplendent in red velvet with a white faux fur trim, as we dig into this latest issue of DIVA. The one with the sublime Suranne Jones on the cover. Rachel and Roxy cosy up together this yuletide, between the covers and under the mistletoe, taking a look at some of our tastiest morsels of writing whilst reflecting back on the highlights of a spectacularly sweet DIVA year. Discussing:Cover star Suranne Jones and all things Gentleman JackThe DIVA effect!DIVA turning 30 in 2024Lesbionic gifts for that special someone in your life, as picked by Lady Christmas herself.Plus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener.Wherever You Are In the World.This month: Irene from Greece. Thank you Irene!The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel ShelleyWant to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DIVA magazine's editorial assistant Ella (aka your personal queer newsreader)... brings you the hottest and most important headlines from the last two weeks in our new segment: DIVA Digest. Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's October issue here.Edited by Ella Gauci.Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Check out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes - where you can find all your favourite LGBTQIA voices.Are you living outside of the UK? Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com and tell your LGBTQIA story to the world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether it's sunset swims, Colosseum kisses or Las Vegas loving, On Airplane Mode duo Kirstie and Christine have been creating gorgeously hip on-line content for over five years, winning the hearts of half a million followers world-wide.From their journeys of adventure and love, they create blogs and safety tips for LGBTQ plus travellers, empowering and inspiring wherever they land. Be it Jordan or Jamaica, Taiwan or Thailand, they're guaranteed to give you major wanderlust.Today our right royal editor-in-chief Roxy Bourdillon discovers where it all began, where they've been and what they're aiming for next.Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's October issue here.Edited by Ella Gauci and Rachel Shelley.Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Check out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes - where you can find all your favourite LGBTQIA voices.Are you living outside of the UK? Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com and tell your LGBTQIA story to the world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lesbian Supper Club is a truly fabulous, filthy and irreverent queer podcast, hosted by real life couple Scarlett and Freya.In this sparkling episode of podDIVA, our right royal editor-in-chief Roxy Bourdillon talks to the pair about where it all started. From coming out, first dates and feral, drunken evenings.But not on champagne. Never champagne!Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's October issue here.Edited by Ella Gauci, with additional editing by Rachel Shelley.Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes - where you can find all your favourite LGBTQIA voices.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Relationship Room is a safe place to discuss ideas that help us navigate interpersonal relationships.Ali Hendry, DIVA magazine’s own Holistic Relationship Coach (PCC) and columnist, digs in with curiosity, compassion... and a sweet garnish of humour. This week Ali talks to Musa Francis, a mental health coach who helps LGBTQIA plus creative business owners bloom into happier, healthier, more resilient versions of themselves.Together they discuss:micro-dosing on joymethods of building resilienceregulating your nervous systemhow to build from the bottom upGet in touch with Musa Francis:Instagram: @bloomingqueerWebsite: bloomingqueer.com Ali Hendry she/herHolistic Relationship Coach & DIVA Magazine columnistinstagram.com/alihendrycoachingwww.alihendry.co.ukWant to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's October issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's DIVA date day and everyone's invited - we're whisking you off to London's Victoria and Albert Museum to join the DIVA celebrations!Join The L Word star Rachel Shelley (aka Helena Peabody) and your right royal DIVA Magazine editor extraordinaire Roxy Bourdillon, as we celebrate our free-ass M.F. cover star, Janelle Monáe, on location in central London.In a special feature exploring the DIVA exhibition at The V&A Museum, DIVA magazine takes pride of place alongside Janelle Monáe's vagina pants and their sumptuous 2013 DIVA cover. And here at podDIVA, we couldn't be prouder!Especially as we have the glorious Janelle on this month's cover too!Together Rachel and Roxy dive beneath the covers, with a soupçon of spooky-season silliness, exploring with love and laughter this latest bumper issue of DIVA magazine.Discussing:Janelle Monae and all the other divas featured in the V&A's exhibition of the same nameQueer Refugees Unite - their fight for asylumthe revolutionary Lesbian Supper ClubPlus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener.Wherever You Are In the World.This month: Anastasia from Toronto, Canada.Thank you Anastasia!The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's October issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may know screen writer and director Fawzia Mirza from the TV series Bite Size Holidays, or perhaps the Syed Family Xmas Eve Game Night.But now she also has her directorial debut feature that’s scooping up lots of attention. Starring DIVA favourite Amrit Kaur from The Sex Lives of College Girls, The Queen of My Dreams has its UK premiere at the BFI London Film Festival in October, followed later by a screening at the Iris Prize in Cardiff.Shot in Pakistan and Toronto, there’s even a sprinkling of Bollywood thrown in. Fawzia talks to Deputy Editor Nic Crosara aboutdirecting her first featureworking with Amrit Kaurhow we are all story tellers.Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's October issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

podDIVA is off on its summer holidays, so we're re-running a few of our red-hot favourite episodes, just to keep in touch.This episode first aired on podDIVA in 2021.You may know the wonderful Heather Peace from EastEnders, where she has conjured up the complex character of Eve Unwin, earning nominations and a small media frenzy. Before that she was Detective Sergeant Sam Murray in Lip Service. Let's not forget she is also a stunningly successful singer-songwriter!Heather Peace talks to DIVA magazine editor Roxy Bourdillon about coming out in the 90s, finding love and work, and creating sweet, sweet music in the rain.Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's August issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

podDIVA is off on its summer holidays, so we're re-running a few of our red-hot favourite episodes, just to keep in touch.This episode first aired on podDIVA in March 2023.It may be the end for The L Word Generation Q, but with talk of an L Word New York spin-off, perhaps Bette and Tina's happy-ever-after is just the start of something new.Hear your L Word favourites Jennifer Beals (Bette Porter) and Laurel Holloman (Tina Kennard) sharing all the joy with Rachel Shelley (Helena Peabody) - talking, laughing, loving, breathing... thinking, dreaming.In this fun, intimate chat, heavy with laughter, Jennifer and Laurel discuss their on-screen romance of twenty years. From how it all began... to how it all ended with the Gen Q Season 3 finale.Or perhaps it's just a beginning?Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's August issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

podDIVA is on their summer holidays, so we're sending you some of our favourite episodes of the year. Because they're worth firing up the barbie and re-sizzling.Jennifer Beals is an icon.You'll know and love her for playing Bette Porter on Showtime's The L Word for very nearly 20 years.But her illustrious career has spanned a plethora of culture-defining cinematic moments and performances.The show's current iteration, The L Word Generation Q, sees her navigating the choppy waters of teen parenting, with and without her long term significant other, Tina Kennard.In this intimate interview, DIVA's stunning January cover star discusseslovethe power of L-Word fansher friendship with actress Laurel Holloman on and off screen.Interviewed by her royal DIVA-ness, DIVA magazine Editor Roxy Bourdillon.This episode first aired on podDIVA in February 2023.Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's August issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

podDIVA is on its summer holidays, so we're re-running a few of our favourite pieces, just to keep in touch.The awesome comedian Sophie Duker is not only headlining at Bi Pride this September, she can also be found creating joy and laughter at the Roundhouse Comedy Festival in London. These two DIVA interviews were first aired in November 2021 and September 2018.Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's August issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

podDIVA is on its summer holidays, so we're re-running a few of our favourite pieces, just to keep in touch. Worth firing up the barbie for.Comedian, author, documentarian, cover star... the inimitable Rosie Jones talks to DIVA editor Roxy Bourdillon aboutSexQueer joyUsing her platform for disabled people.A version of this interview originally aired on podDIVA in January 2022.Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's August issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heartstopper's Corinna Brown and Kizzy Edgell talk about all things #Tarcy, that's Tara and Darcy. The duo talk to DIVA's deputy editor Nic Crosara about filming season two in Paris, building their onscreen chemistry what LGBTQIA goodness viewers have to look forward to Heartstopper is a Netflix TV adaptation of the hugely popular graphic novel series by Alice Oseman.Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's August issue here.Edited by Nic Crosara. With additional editing and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You fell in love with her as Carmen on The L Word, now get ready to swoon over her all over again in the upcoming Prime Video adaptation of Red, White & Royal Blue... it's the one and only Sarah Shahi. Sarah talks to DIVA's deputy editor Nic Crosara aboutthe trajectory of her career,being an LGBTQIA ally andCarmen and Shane's sizzling chemistry on The L WordPlease note: this interview was completed prior to Thursday 13th JulyWant to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's August issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Ultimatum: Queer Love ran on Netflix earlier this year - a dating show with plenty of queer and lesbian drama. Everyone was hooked!Tiff Derr was a stand-out star of the show, and in this episode of podDIVA, they talk to Deputy Editor Nic Crosara abouttheir non binary identitythe impact of the show on the LGBTQIA communitylife after UltimatumAccompanied, of course, by their dog Shylo!Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's July issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Relationship Room is a safe place to discuss ideas that help us navigate interpersonal relationships. Ali Hendry, DIVA magazine’s own Holistic Relationship Coach (PCC) and columnist, digs in with curiosity, compassion... and a sweet garnish of humour. This week Ali talks to Jennie Williams, CEO of the charity Enhance the UK, a charity run by disabled people.Together they discuss:Rewriting your sexual blueprintUnpacking intersectional identityHow to be an effective ally     Get in touch with Jennie Williams:Instagram: @undressingdisability TikTok: @undressingdisability Twitter: @ETUKUndressingLinkedIn: Undressing DisabilityYouTube: Enhance the UK Ali Hendry she/herHolistic Relationship Coach & DIVA Magazine columnistinstagram.com/alihendrycoachingwww.alihendry.co.ukWant to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's July issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jade Fox makes the content you love!With 83 thousand followers on Insta, 92 thousand on TikTok and a huge 253 thousand subscribers on YouTube. If you don't know her - where have you been hiding?Jade posts queer lifestyle and entertainment content: she's funny, uplifting and inspiring.As a Black queer woman, she's made an impact by committing to sharing her unique and authentic perspective on fashion and pop culture.Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's July issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a sizzling hot episode of podDIVA this month, with our Pride Parenting Special and a trip to California!Join The L Word star Rachel Shelley (aka Helena Peabody) and the red-hot DIVA Magazine editor extraordinaire Roxy Bourdillon, as we celebrate our phenomenal July cover star, the inimitable Lucy Spraggan.Together they dive beneath the covers, bathing in the clear, cool waters of your favourite LGBTQIA plus glossy magazine, with love and laughter.Discussing:Our Pride Parenting Special - a bonanza of guidance and first-hand experiencesThe transformative power of heartbreakBeing an allyBarbie! Squeal!Plus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener.Wherever You Are In the World.This month: Alex Kondracke and Angela Robinson from CaliforniaAlex and Angela are writers and film-makers who've worked on The L Word, D.E.B.S , True Blood, Professor Marston & the Wonder Women... Hollywood moguls, basically.Thank you Alex and Angela! Thank you!(and thank you George!)The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's July issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.comWarning: this episode contains some whistling. It's Pride baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We can't get enough of Golda Rosheuvel here on podDIVA.And nor can the rest of the world it seems, with Netflix giving Golda her own, well-deserved spin-off show!Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, has ascended from TV's Bridgerton to a whole other realm, over which she reigns supreme. Of course!In this quick catch up, Golda talks to DIVA's editorial assistant Krysta McKenzie, aboutthe power of silencediversity in castingthose pesky pomeranians, having the time of their lives!Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA magazine here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You won't want to miss this one!The Relationship Room is a safe place to discuss ideas that help us navigate interpersonal relationships. Ali Hendry, DIVA magazine’s own Holistic Relationship Coach (PCC) and columnist, digs in with curiosity, compassion... and a sweet garnish of humour. This week Ali talks to sex, relationships and lifestyle writer, Emilie Lavinia.Emilie is also a sexologist and the Sex and Relationships Editor at Cosmopolitan UK. Together they discuss:The truth about non-monogamyEmbracing sex in menopauseEnhancing pleasure and intimacy     Get in touch with Emilie (she/her):instagram.com/emilielaviniauktwitter.com/emilielaviniaemilielavinia.comcosmopolitan.com/uk/ Ali Hendry she/herHolistic Relationship Coach & DIVA Magazine columnistinstagram.com/alihendrycoachingwww.alihendry.co.ukWant to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's June issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleCheck out our podDIVA back catalogue with over 100 episodes.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're celebrating Pride Month with our epic Pride issue cover star, none other than the glorious Amber Whittington aka Amber's Closet of YouTube fame.A little Pride present for all our proud listeners!The activist, celesbian and sparkling style icon talks to DIVA magazine's Nic Crosara about love, dating and how every single voice has the power to make a big change.Especially when there are 450+ anti-LGBTQIA bills in the United States.Support Amber by getting involved at Lambda Legal, representing LGBTQ+ people in the court of law and in the court of public opinion. Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's June issue here.Produced by Rachel Shelley.Edited by Nic Crosara and Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Pride month! Come join the celebration!Join The L Word star Rachel Shelley and DIVA Magazine editor extraordinaire, the resplendent Roxy Bourdillon, as they celebrate June's rainbow-tastic Pride issue! Toot toot!With the all-sparkling, all-inspiring Amber Whittington on the cover.Together they dig deep into your favourite LGBTQIA plus glossy magazine, with love and laughter.Discussing:Our Proud cover star Amber Whittington aka Amber's ClosetPride in the city AND in rural areasYour very first Pride (everyone remembers their first time)Plus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener.Wherever You Are In the World.This month: Vicki Blight from Abergavenny, WalesVicki is a presenter, producer and voice over artist, for BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio Wales and Virgin Radio.Thank you Vicki!The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's June issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.comWarning: this episode contains some whistling. It's Pride baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’re looking for fun, queer literature, look no further than Lily Lindon.Self-proclaimed butch and professional bisexual, Lily is the author of fabulously funny and best-selling queer rom-coms – Double Booked and the upcoming My Own Worst Enemy.In this lively, energetic and giggly  interview with DIVA Magazine’s Georgia Dimdore-Miles, Lily reveals her love for rivalry, for butch-ness and for comedy. It’s also a masterclass in flirtation!Lily Lindon’s second novel My Own Worst Enemy is published June 8thWant to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's May issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back by popular demand!The Relationship Room is a safe place to discuss ideas that help us navigate interpersonal relationships. Ali Hendry, DIVA magazine’s own Holistic Relationship Coach (PCC) and columnist, digs in with curiosity, compassion and a sweet garnish of humour. This week Ali talks to sex therapist and author, Lucie Fielding. Lucie Fielding, PhD, MA, LMHC (she/they) is a queer, trans misogyny-affected (TMA) femme and a sex therapist practicing in Virginia and Washington State, a sex educator.Lucie is also the author of Trans Sex: Clinical Approaches to Trans Sexualities and Erotic Embodiments (2021). Together they discuss:·        Delineating labels and identity·        Diving into the awkwardness of sex·        Ways of moving into desire and pleasureGet in touch with Lucie (she/they):IG: @sexbeyondbinarieswebsite: https://luciefielding.com Want to see more pictures of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's May issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brat Loves Judy is a reality TV show starring the fabulous Shawntae Harris-Dupart and Jesseca "Judy" Harris-Dupart.Whilst Shawntae is also known as Da Brat - the first female solo rapper to sell one million copies with her debut album...Judy is a hugely successful beauty entrepreneur and business woman.Together they not only created Kaleidoscope Hair Products...They also sum up all that is bold and beautiful about black queer love, on this month's cover of DIVA magazine.Hear the love as this power couple reveal how they got together, how they're starting a family, and how to handle having a camera crew in their lives.All whilst keeping their six dogs in order.With Deputy Editor Nic Crosara.Want to see more pictures of Brat Loves Judy and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's May issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Totally technicolored, hugely over-hauled and seriously up-sophisticated, DIVA magazine has had something of a make-over!Join The L Word actress Rachel Shelley and DIVA Magazine editor extraordinaire, the very regal Roxy Bourdillon, as they toast this illustrious May issue. The monarch of all magazines, delivered directly to your device by golden carriage in this, the week of the King's coronation. Ta-daaa!Together they dig deep into your favourite LGBTQIA plus glossy magazine, with love and laughter.Discussing:The jubilant 2023 DIVA AwardsThe all mighty DIVA Power ListOur Kaleidoscopic crowning-glory cover stars Da Brat and JudyPlus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever You Are In the World.This month: Tracy Gilchrist from West Hollywood, USA.Tracy is a 20 year veteran of LGBTQ+ media, working most recently with The Advocate magazine.Thank you Tracy!The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's May issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Lesbian Visibility Week and to celebrate, podDIVA is spotlighting LGBTQIA plus lesbians and queer women from around the globe.Every day this week, podDIVA highlights the life of one of our listeners from beyond our borders. This series of lyrical features is weaved together from the listener's raw footage, to create evocative audio postcards.Connecting and strengthening a community of lesbians and queer women, wherever you are in the world.Today: Nikki Symmons from Ireland... via Switzerland.You can hear a new Beyond Borders feature every month on podDIVA.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non-binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsIn association with DIVA magazine, the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: podDIVA@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Lesbian Visibility Week and to celebrate, podDIVA is spotlighting LGBTQIA plus lesbians and queer women from around the globe.Every day this week, podDIVA highlights the life of one of our listeners from beyond our borders. This series of lyrical features is weaved together from the listener's raw footage, to create evocative audio postcards.Connecting and strengthening a community of lesbians and queer women, wherever you are in the world.Today: Marbe Anne from the PhilippinesYou can hear a new Beyond Borders feature every month on podDIVA.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non-binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsIn association with DIVA magazine, the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: podDIVA@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Lesbian Visibility Week and to celebrate, podDIVA is spotlighting LGBTQIA plus lesbians and queer women from around the globe.Every day this week, podDIVA highlights the life of one of our listeners from beyond our borders. This series of lyrical features is weaved together from the listener's raw footage, to create evocative audio postcards.Connecting and strengthening a community of lesbians and queer women, wherever you are in the world.Today: Gerry from West Virginia, USAYou can hear a new Beyond Borders feature every month on podDIVA.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non-binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsIn association with DIVA magazine, the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: podDIVA@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4Pride has been nominated for LGBTQ Network of the Year at the DIVA Awards - for the second year running!Discover everything about this amazing Employee Resource Group and the great impact it's having on staff and company alike.Featuring, amongst many others, the fantastically funny Rosie Jones and the audaciously awesome Tom Allen.Want to hear more about 4Pride and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAWith enormous thanks to everyone at 4Pride for making this episode happen, especially the all-powerful Ellis Cook.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Lesbian Visibility Week and to celebrate, podDIVA is spotlighting LGBTQIA plus lesbians and queer women from around the globe.Every day this week, podDIVA highlights the life of one of our listeners from beyond our borders. This series of lyrical features is weaved together from the listener's raw footage, to create evocative audio postcards.Connecting and strengthening a community of lesbians and queer women, wherever you are in the world.Today: Tutu from Bali, IndonesiaYou can hear a new Beyond Borders feature every month on podDIVA.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non-binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsIn association with DIVA magazine, the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: podDIVA@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Lesbian Visibility Week and to celebrate, podDIVA is spotlighting LGBTQIA plus lesbians and queer women from around the globe.Every day this week, podDIVA highlights the life of one of our listeners from beyond our borders. This series of lyrical features is weaved together from the listener's raw footage, to create evocative audio postcards.Connecting and strengthening a community of lesbians and queer women, wherever you are in the world.Today: Cara and Nikki from Scotland - Wilder Ways horse riding adventures..You can hear a new Beyond Borders feature every month on podDIVA.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non-binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsIn association with DIVA magazine, the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: podDIVA@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Art School Girlfriend is one of the coolest lesbians on the indie music scene – a singer-songwriter, a DJ, a producer, a football player no less. In this episode of podDIVA, Polly Mackey talks to DIVA’s editorial assistant Georgia Dimdore Miles about finding her name, the pain behind queer joy, and making sweet music with her partner Marika Hackman. Who just happens to drop in…Want to hear more about Art School Girlfriend and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's interview is the 24-carat gold, National Treasure that is Dame Kelly Holmes.Having won two gold medals at the Athens Olympics in 2004, Dame Kelly has gone on to work tirelessly for young people, setting up the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust in 2008.Our much celebrated cover star talks openly to DIVA deputy editor Nic Crosara abouther army careerher coming out journeyher charity workWant to see more pictures of Dame Kelly Holmes and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's March issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You loved it so much we thought we'd give you more.Laurel Holloman laughing her pretty socks off.Jennifer Beals and Laurel Holloman's charity auction started Monday April 3rd.All proceeds go to GLSEN.Head over to Charity Buzz to find out more.Want to hear more about all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's so much to celebrate in this episode!It's Lesbian Visibility Month - should be 12 of them, really - which culminates April 23rd with Lesbian Visibility Week and the queer-tastic DIVA Awards on April 28th!Not only do we have National Treasure Dame Kelly Holmes on our 24-carat cover, we also have a jam-packed issue full of fresh, mind-expanding features. Join The L Word actress Rachel Shelley and DIVA Magazine editor extraordinaire Roxy Bourdillon as they mull over the previous week's hullaballoo regarding THAT interview (with L Word Gen Q stars Jennifer Beals and Laurel Holloman).Together they dig deep into your favourite LGBTQIA plus glossy magazine, with curiosity and laughter.Discussing:The evolution of our identitiesComp cis-hetWhether queer polyamory is a radical feminist act?Plus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever You Are In the World.This month: Nikki Symmons from Dublin by way of Switzerland.Nikki is Ireland's most capped female athlete ever, scoring 31 goals in 208 appearances for her national hockey team.Thank you Nikki!The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everything you need to know about Jennifer Beals and Laurel Holloman's charity auction starting Monday April 3rd.All proceeds go to GLSEN.Head over to Charity Buzz to find out more.Want to hear more about all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast. Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Jennifer Beals laughs like this, you can't help but join in :)Look out for more bonuses from podDIVA, Wherever You Are In the World.Jennifer Beals and Laurel Holloman's charity auction started Monday April 3rd.All proceeds go to GLSEN.Head over to Charity Buzz to find out more.Want to hear more about all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It may be the end for The L Word Generation Q, but with talk of an L Word New York spin-off, perhaps Bette and Tina's happy-ever-after is just the start of something new.Hear your L Word favourites Jennifer Beals (Bette Porter) and Laurel Holloman (Tina Kennard) sharing all the joy with Rachel Shelley (Helena Peabody) - talking, laughing, loving, breathing... thinking, dreaming.In this fun, intimate chat, heavy with laughter, Jennifer and Laurel discuss their on-screen romance of twenty years. From how it all began... to how it all ended with the Gen Q Season 3 finale. Or perhaps it's just a beginning? And discover how to get your hands on some TiBette history whilst helping the wonderful GLSEN charity - go to Charity Buzz from April 3rd to find out more.Want to hear more about The L Word, L Word Gen Q and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over on TikTok, the queer scene is thriving. And that’s where today’s guest on podDIVA first made her name as a singer-song writer, becoming a social media sensation. Jade Le Mac is from the beautiful Vancouver Island, where she’s been making music since she was 12 years old.  We’re lucky enough to feature a couple of those tracks in this episode – Car Accident and Constellations. Both are from her EP Constellations, available now.  So thank you Jade.In this episode, Jade LeMac talks to Krysta Mckenzie,  DIVA’s new Editorial Assistant. Welcome Krysta!They chat about her musical upbringing, legendary karaoke songs and realising she was bisexual.Want to hear more about Jade Le Mac and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's March issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Relationship Room here at podDIVA!The Relationship Room is a safe place to discuss ideas that help us navigate interpersonal relationships. Ali Hendry, DIVA magazine’s own Holistic Relationship Coach (PCC) and columnist, digs in with curiosity, compassion and a sweet garnish of humour. Today's topic: Create The Life You Want.Ali talks to the author of Feeling Myself, Natalie Alexis Lee, about:Learning to manifestCommunity healingFeeling inspired versus being inspiredCommitting to inclusionSexual balanceAnd if you want to learn more about Ali, grab a copy of DIVA magazine or contact her via http://alihendry.co.ukEdited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special offer on podDIVA today: three amazing guests for the price of one !That's three of the stars of Scare BNB: The Hosts, a fun thriller with an all-queer lead cast, that's now airing on DIVA Box Office.Lily Richards, Sterling Victorian and Mandahla Rose chat to DIVA's Izzie Jones about the power of working on a queer production, getting snowed in together and Sterling also talks about being a queer woman of colour in a horror movie... and all the tropes that usually surround that.Welcome to podDIVA Izzie Jones!Want to hear more about Scare BNB: The Hosts and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's March issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's March, the days are getting longer, and it's time to get outside and celebrate the sweet, sweet smell of spring!Join The L Word actress Rachel Shelley and DIVA Magazine editor extraordinaire Roxy Bourdillon as they forest bathe under the blossom and dance in a ring.Together they dig deep into your favourite LGBTQIA plus glossy magazine.Discussing:Our luminous cover star and gay icon Cate BlanchettDating AppsFlorence Schechter's article Vulva Stigma Must End NowPlus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever You Are In the World.This month: Elina from Cyprus.Thank you Elina!The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's March issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.comand please... if you love what we do, leave a review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actor Paula Andrea Placido is riding high right now.Not only does she get to play Roxy on The L Word Generation Q, Dani's "fun friend"...She's also Ava's tenant on the fabulous TV comedy show Hacks.AND...She has a new show Sugar starring Colin Farrell heading to your screens later this year on Apple TV+ .DIVA's new Editorial Assistant Georgia was the lucky duck who got to interview her for this latest episode of podDIVA.Georgia is 23 years old, Bristol based, and identifies as a butch lesbian or soft butch. She has been a fan of The L Word since she came out at 18 years of age, so interviewing Paula was, in her words, "an amazing moment".Welcome to podDIVA Georgia!Want to hear more from Paula Andrea Placido and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's February issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The groundbreaking activist, model and writer Munroe Bergdorf talks to DIVA deputy editor Nic Crosara about her latest memoir and manifesto - Transitional.The DIVA alumni - Munroe was once a DIVA columnist - shares her secrets about finding Trans joy on social media, the importance of media representation, and reading Vogue in the loo.Want to hear more from Munroe Bergdorf and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's February issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many podDIVA listeners fell in love with Emily Hampshire's portrayal of the cynical, deadpan Stevie Budd on the ground-breaking and hilarious TV show Schitt's Creek.In this serving of Queers For Your Ears, our amazing February cover star talks to DIVA's deputy editor Nic Crosara (congrats Nic!) about her latest role in Prime Video's The Rig.They also chat about the importance of telling diverse stories, her journey with queer body image... and then they bond over their star signs!Want to hear more from Emily Hampshire and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's February issue here.Edited by Nic CrosaraProduced by Rachel Shelley Additional editing by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's February, the month of love, so get on board the love train to celebrate LGBT+ History Month!L Word actress Rachel Shelley and DIVA Magazine editor extraordinaire Roxy Bourdillon are riding the love train into February's issue - hop on board and share the love!Together they dig deep into your favourite LGBTQIA plus glossy magazine.On route, they'll be calling at- Schitt's Creek with adorable cover star Emily Hampshire- West Hollywood, with Paula Andrea Placido from Generation Q- Kansas City, Missouri for this month's Beyond Borders feature- and not forgetting our celebration of LGBT+ History Month, where we travel back in time. The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's February issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsDIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.comand please... if you love what we do, leave a review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The fiercely fantastic vocalist and musician Grace Gaustad talks to DIVA's Nic Crosara about their pathway into music, their upcoming releases and their sexuality journey.Grace gets candid about being outed in high school, sharing a powerful message against people having control of their narrative taken away from them.Tune in to hear more about their amazing Black Box project, blkbxproject.org, which is full of resources to help young people who may be struggling with mental health or identity issues.Want to hear more from Grace Gaustad and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's January issue here.Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAEdited by Nic Crosara, with additional editing by Rachel Shelley.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever since its release, Mindy Kaling and Justin Noble's show, The Sex Lives of College Girls, has been a huge success.Many podDIVA listeners and DIVA magazine readers love the refreshing way in which the show explores Leighton's queerness.DIVA's Nic Crosara interviewed the four fabulous leads of this laugh-out-loud show:Renee Rapp who plays LeightonAlyah Chanelle Scott who plays WhitneyAmrit Kaur who plays BelaPauline Chalamet who plays KimberlyWant to hear more from the cast of The Sex Lives of College Girls and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's January issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAWith additional editing by Nic Crosara.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jennifer Beals is an icon.You'll know and love her for playing Bette Porter on Showtime's The L Word for very nearly 20 years.But her illustrious career has spanned a plethora of culture-defining cinematic moments and performances.The show's current iteration, The L Word Generation Q, sees her navigating the choppy waters of teen parenting, with and without her long term significant other, Tina Kennard.In this intimate interview, DIVA's stunning January cover star discusses love, the power of L-Word fans, and her friendship with actress Laurel Holloman on and off screen.Interviewed by her royal DIVA-ness, DIVA magazine Editor Roxy Bourdillon.Want to hear more from Jennifer Beals and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy New Queer, 2023!With the iconic Jennifer Beals on the gorgeous, glossy cover.And some joyous suggestions for New Queer Resolutions on the pages in between.Rachel Shelley (aka Helena in The L Word) discusses the latest issue of DIVA magazine with Her Royal DIVA-ness our illustrious editor Roxy Bourdillon. Nominated for Editor of the Year 2022 by the British Society of Magazine Editors, Roxy's also a self-styled zine nerd.In this episode, Roxy gives a personal account of the giggly highs of making your favourite LGBTQIA+ gorgeous glossy mag, from interviewing her idol Jennifer Beals, to the never-ending search for L Word cover stars.Plus: Grrrl Zine Library in Southend, where over 600 feminist and lesbian zines have been collected and preserved; Valentino Vecchietti on lessons learnt from maidenhead ferns; and the rise of carabiners from queer signifier into mainstream fashion.Plus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever You Are in the World.This month: KJ in Bendigo, Australia.KJ is an award winning writer of Sapphic Fiction novels - find out more here: KJ author.Want to hear more from Jennifer Beals and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's January issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actress and broadcaster Rachel Shelley (aka British heiress Helena Peabody) takes a personal look at the evolution of Showtime's much beloved sapphic series The L Word, from its original OG days to its latest iteration, The L Word Generation Q, Season 3.Delving deep into the podDIVA audio archive, including interviews with:original show-runner Ilene Chaikenactress Laurel Holloman (Tina)actress Leisha Hailey (Alice)actress Kate Moennig (Shane)Also starring YOU! The listener! Wooo hooo!Wherever you are in the world. Sharing your L Word Gen Q hopes, crushes, obsessions ... plus life-changing tales that will make your heart sing with solidarity. Or your toes tingle with tenderness.Thank you for all your many, many contributions, podDIVA is only sorry we couldn't include them all.Thanks also to the awesome Betty for kind use of The L Word theme song (The Way That We Live) , recorded live on stage at DIVA Women's Stage, Leicester Square, London Pride 2018.Listen out for an EXCLUSIVE preview of their new album next week on podDIVA - when band members Elizabeth Ziff and Aly Palmer talk all things Betty.Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@diva-mag.co.ukThis episode was first published in November 2022 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ho Ho Ho, Happy Holigays!DIVA magazine this month has the wonderful football queen and Lioness Beth Mead on the cover in all her Golden Boot glory!And today, podDIVA has gift wrapped an exclusive extract of Beth’s book, Lioness: My Journey to Glory, in our esteemed editor’s voice.That’s right, Roxy Bourdillon narrates a beautiful chapter of festive cheer and podDIVA has dropped it on to the warm hearth of your digital device. To let you know we’re with you this Christmas Day… and every day.Want to hear more from Beth and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Edited by Rachel ShelleyProduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVANarrated by Roxy Bourdillon.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever You Are In the World.Get in touch: editorial@diva-mag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Channel 4's reality TV show Married at First Sight UK had (spoiler alert!) only one surviving couple this year - Zoe Clifton and Jenna Robinson. Zoe and Jenna talk to DIVA magazine's Eleanor Noyce about life after the social experiment, onscreen lesbian representation and their future together. Want to hear more from Zoe, Jenna and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Edited by Nic Crosara and Rachel ShelleyProduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever You Are In the World.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The inspirational comedian and TV host Zoe Lyons is probably best known for her appearances on Mock The Week, The Wright Stuff, QI and many, many more.Today Zoe talks to DIVA magazine's Eleanor Noyce about her upcoming Bald Ambition Tour (2023), her self-styled Cruella de Ville alopecia hairstyle, and how long distance running helps shape and inspire her comedy.Want to hear more from Zoe and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Edited by Nic Crosara and Rachel ShelleyProduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever You Are In the World.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You know Dakota Schiffer...She's the one from Ru Paul's Drag Race UK with the classic 1960's chic, the lilac and peppermint green fur trimmed outfit, the one who did that spectacular Pete Burns impersonation?She's also the first openly trans woman to have been cast on the UK series of RuPaul's Drag Race.DIVA magazine's Eleanor Noyce spoke to Dakota just after she was eliminated from the competition, about representing the trans community, her queer twin Harry and what drag means to her.Picture credit: Guy Levy.Want to hear more from Dakota and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Edited by Rachel ShelleyProduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever You Are In the World.Get in touch: editorial@diva-mag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The festive Golden one! With England's Lioness Beth Mead aka The Golden Boot on the cover.And many a tortured football metaphor between the sheets!Rachel Shelley (aka Helena in The L Word) discusses the latest issue of DIVA magazine with Her Royal DIVA-ness Roxy Bourdillon. Nominated for Editor of the Year 2022 by the British Society of Magazine Editors, Roxy is also a sparkly, self-proclaimed Lesbian Christmas Cliche. Hear her baubles bouncing.Roxy gives a personal account of the giggly highs of making your favourite LGBTQIA+ gorgeous glossy mag, from the inside looking out.Including an exclusive extract from Beth Mead's new book My Journey to Glory, celebrating the Queer Festive film line up of 2020 and demanding more for Christmas 2023! #QueermasPlus: Bristol Butch Bar, comedian Zoe Lyons and what's really happening in Qatar for the FIFA World Cup.Plus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever You Are in the World.This month: Jude from Etretat, in Normandy, France. Known as the "cradle of Impressionism".Jude writes Sapphic Fiction reviews - find out more here: Jude In The Stars and here: Lez Review BooksWant to hear more from Beth Mead and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Perhaps best known to podDIVA listeners for their L Word TV show theme song (This is the Way That We Live), Betty have been making heart-pounding, exuberant music together for over 30 years.Always political, always joyful, the band talk to actress / broadcaster Rachel Shelley (Helena Peabody for 5 seasons of the The L Word) about life before, after and during The L Word.Well, it's actually two thirds of the band: Elizabeth Ziff and Aly Palmer, whilst Elizabeth's sister Amy Ziff is taking care of business elsewhere.Featuring an EXCLUSIVE preview of Betty's fantastic new album - join the Kickstarter campaign here: BETTY RULESElizabeth was also co-executive producer, writer and producer on the original L Word TV show.Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's November issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your Ears Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actress and broadcaster Rachel Shelley (aka British heiress Helena Peabody) takes a personal look at the evolution of Showtime's much beloved sapphic series The L Word, from its original OG days to its latest iteration, The L Word Generation Q, Season 3.Delving deep into the podDIVA audio archive, including interviews with:original show-runner Ilene Chaikenactress Laurel Holloman (Tina)actress Leisha Hailey (Alice)actress Kate Moennig (Shane)Also starring YOU! the listener! Wooo hooo!Wherever you are in the world. Sharing your L Word Gen Q hopes, crushes, obsessions ... plus life-changing tales that will make your heart sing with solidarity. Or your toes tingle with tenderness.Thank you for all your many, many contributions, podDIVA is only sorry we couldn't include them all.Thanks also to the awesome Betty for kind use of The L Word theme song (The Way That We Live) , recorded live on stage at DIVA Women's Stage, Leicester Square, London Pride 2018.Listen out for an EXCLUSIVE preview of their new album next week on podDIVA - when band members Elizabeth Ziff and Aly Palmer talk all things Betty. Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's November issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@diva-mag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Singer-songwriter Abisha believes using pronouns in her music is "so, so important... to make it inclusive for queer people and to create a space for them to be seen and heard."So whether it's the new EP Everything Falls into Place, with its happy, positive vibes...Or a sad, queer heartbreaker...Abisha is here to inspire and showcase a diverse, inclusive world.Abisha spoke to DIVA writer Eleanor Noyce. Picture credit: Prisca TozziWant to hear more from Abisha and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's November issue here.Edited by Nic Crosara and Rachel ShelleyProduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever You Are In the World.Get in touch: editorial@diva-mag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The sparkly one! With Jayde Adams and Karen Hauer cha-cha-cha-ing on the cover. This month we're celebrating Trans Awareness Week Nov 13th - 19th, and Intersex Day of Remembrance on November 8th. #IDoRRachel Shelley discusses the latest issue of DIVA magazine with Her Royal DIVA of all DIVA-ness, our editor in chief, the fabulous Roxy Bourdillon. Roxy gives a personal account of the giggly highs and the despairing lows of making your favourite LGBTQIA plus gorgeous glossy mag, from the inside looking out.Including an exclusive feature starring the GAWJUS Jayde Adams and Karen Hauer, and how we can't get enough of Strictly's tantalising Trojan Horse mentality.Plus: Stop Telling Straight Girls Not To Kiss.And Gen Z's Holy Trinity of Cate, Sarah and Sandra, the middle-aged superstars setting younger hearts alight on TikTok. Plus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever You Are in the World.This month: Cara and Nikki from Scotland.Thank you Wilder Ways!Want to hear more from Jayde Adams and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's November issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@diva-mag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This month's cover stars are the sublime Jayde Adams and Karen Hauer, the fantastic all female dancing duo from the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing 2022 prime time TV show.DIVA mag's Nic Crosara was lucky enough to catch up with the pair on their lunch break, mid rehearsal, fresh from the stunning success of Jayde's iconic Flashdance re-enactment. Bravissima!In a conversation brimming with laughter, the two share snogging stories, choreography tales and finishing each other's sentences.Jayde also tells of the heart-breaking events surrounding her sister's death eleven years ago. An event that has shaped Jayde's career and dance experience.Thank you Jayde for all that you have given Strictly fans. Keeeeeep dancing!Want to hear more from Jayde Adams, Karen Hauer and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's November issue here.Edited by Nic Crosara and Rachel ShelleyProduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@diva-mag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Singer-songwriter Lucy Spraggan exploded into the limelight ten years ago via The X Factor.Her new single “Everything Changes” is inspired by Lucy's newly-acquired 30-year-old perspective on the world, declaring that the sheer terror of  knowing that you know nothing is the best part of life.Lucy's also has an autobiography on the way, and if it’s anything like her amazing music or fearless personality, her book will be unapologetically explosive as well.And that’s what makes this interview energetically brilliant.So, take a listen to Lucy Spraggan in conversation with DIVA’s Ellie, and then go out and grab yourself a copy of this month’s DIVA mag.Want to hear more from Lucy and all things LGBTQIA+ ? Grab your copy of DIVA's October issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 11th is National Coming Out Day, and like DIVA, it's been going for about 30 years. That's why today's episode of podDIVA is a day early, short but sweet, and focusing on a Coming Out story, albeit of a fictional character. Today's guest is actor, writer and out and proud member of the LGBTQIA community, Eliot Salt.DIVAs will know her from Normal People, and of course Netflix's Fate: The Winx Saga, where she plays Terra, an Earth Fairy.The second season of Fate premiered in September and fans were overjoyed to see Terra step into her power and come out. Hurrah!So take a listen to Eliot Salt in conversation with DIVA’s Nic, and then go out and grab yourself a copy of this month’s DIVA mag.Want to hear more from Eliot and all things LGBTQIA+ ? Grab your copy of DIVA's October issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Get in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sherelle is no ordinary DJ. Sherelle is the founder of Beautiful, a record label that empowers and uplifts Black queer people through electronic music. But Beautiful is no ordinary record label, either. It’s also an academy for queer and POC individuals making their way in the music industry. Fighting back against black erasure in the electronic music world.And this is no ordinary month. It’s Black History Month. So take a listen to Sherelle in conversation with DIVA’s Ellie, and then go out and grab yourself a copy of this month’s DIVA mag, and celebrate Black History Month with DIVA.Want to hear more from Sherelle and all things LGBTQIA+ ? Grab your copy of DIVA's October issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When singer songwriter Emeli Sandé declared her love for a woman back in April, she set every queer heart a flutter. Now she and Yoana are engaged, and Emeli is riding high with her much-needed, uplifting singles Brighter Days and When Someone Loves You.Who better to be our October cover star for Black History Month? With this intimate, in-depth and incredibly inspiring interview with DIVA editor Roxy Bourdillon.  Discussing Black Pride, love, hair and being true to her beautiful self. Want to hear more from Emeli Sandé and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's October issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The one with Emile Sandé on the cover.This month we're celebrating Black History Month, Bisexual Awareness Week and Bisexual Visibility Day on Friday September 23rd. Ooof, we are busy!With a special report from Bi Pride and a Beyond Borders feature from Virginia USA.Rachel Shelley discusses the latest issue of DIVA magazine with #TeamDIVA members Nic Crosara and Eleanor Noyce, who both identify as bi.Including singer Abisha, Harriet Tubman, DJ Sherelle and podcaster Kemah Bob.Plus exclusive features starring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever You Are in the World.This month: Gerry from the USA.Thank you Gerry!Want to hear more from Emeli Sandé and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's October issue here.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jiggly Caliente - the fabulous, funny and effervescent star of Drag Race US and All Stars 2016 - talks to DIVA's Eleanor Noyce.Jiggly appeared in Pose, the ballroom drama from Ryan Murphy, and came out as a trans-woman in 2016.Now a judge on Drag Race Philippines, which streams on World of Wonder, you can meet Jiggly in January at RuPaul's Drag Con UK.But for now, soak up her fantastic-ness and when you've finished listening, go grab yourself a copy of DIVA magazine.Want to hear more from Jiggly and all things LGBTQIA+? Grab your latest copy of DIVA magazine here.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Edited by Nic Crosara and Rachel Shelley.Produced and introduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KT Tunstall first captured all our hearts back in 2004 with Black Horse and the Cherry Tree (woo hoo), but be ready to fall in love with her all over again in this fascinating interview.In this wide-ranging, thought-provoking conversation with DIVA's Eleanor Noyce, she delves into her intricate creative process, sprinkled with some philosophy and plenty of laughter.As well as discussing gender-fluidity, the price of fame and her own sexual evolution.KT's new album NUT is out September 9th, and her UK tour starts in the Spring of 2023.Want to hear more from KT and all things LGBTQIA+? Grab your latest copy of DIVA here.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced, edited and introduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DIVA Magazine's September cover star, the comedian and actress Abbi Jacobson, talks to Nic Crosara about her smash hit TV series A League of Their Own.Along with playing the central character Carson Shaw, Abbi also co-created the show. Re-booted from the classic 1992 film with Madonna and Geena Davis, A League of Their Own depicts the real life WWII All-American professional women's baseball league.Abbi discusses the lack of labels back in the 1940's, the evolution of women of colour in sport, and putting her own personal queer stories into her writing.Abbi also co-created and co-starred in the multi Emmy Award nominated Broad City, and voiced Katie in the robot apocalypse romp Mitchells vs the Machines.Want to hear more from Abbi and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's September issue here.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced, edited and introduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey Switches!Star of the smash female-centric TV show Motherland: Fort Salem, Amalia Holm shares the incredible power of fan fiction, her explosive chemistry with co-star Taylor Hickson and how her character Scylla has taught her how to flirt.Fans of the show will want to listen to Taylor Hickson's podDIVA dialogue too!Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.ukImage: Olov Karlsson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

March's ethereal cover star Taylor Hickson, star of the smash hit female-centric TV show Motherland: Fort Salem, talks to DIVA editor Roxy Bourdillon about the incredible power of fandom aka Switches, her explosive chemistry with co-star Amalia Holm and what playing Raylla has taught her about the legacy of witchcraft, female power and femininity.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Gentleman Jack bonanza!Featuring the married folk duo Belinda O'Hooley and Heidi Tidow, creators of THAT theme tune!As Season 2 of this smash HBO / BBC tv show launches, we're celebrating all its sapphic glory!With stars Suranne Jones and Sophie Rundle on this month's DIVA cover and Sally Wainwright on the glossy pages in between, we know how much GJ means to you.Now hear amazing tales of love, self-actualization, joy and music-making that Gentleman Jack has inspired.Including contributions from Patricia Esgate, Neve Elizabeth, Liv Woodward, Meg Maguire, Jill Liddington, Donna Raney, Esther Newton and Sarah Wingrove.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and co-edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAAdditional editing by the awesome Nic Crosara.Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.ukpodDIVA will be back after a short summer break. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The legendary Tegan and Sara, who've shaped queer pop culture for almost 25 years, are rocking the August cover of DIVA Magazine.Hear tracks from their latest "break-up" album Cry Baby (can twin sisters break up???)Get the lowdown on their new TV show, based on their book and directed by the awesome Clea DuVall.Not forgetting their upcoming graphic novel...Their foundation...Their advocacy work...And discover the surprising things they do to relax if they ever have the time.Featuring the tracks Yellow and Fucking Up What Matters.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deliveroo's LGBTQIA+ community won DIVA's Network of the Year, 2022.Deloveroo, as the network is called, is co-chaired by Lea Duchemin and Adam Spawton-Rice.This globe-trotting podDIVA episode celebrates a rainbow of people behind Deloveroo's international success, from London to Australia with stop-overs in Hong Kong and Amsterdam.Wherever You Are In The World.Deliveroo has proudly sponsored Pride in London since 2017.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA and Deliveroo.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.ukR0L5GXkIIKHhn6FvRonE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Juno Dawson is an author, scriptwriter, actor and activist. In today's episode she talks to DIVA's staff writer, Nic Crosara about her debut into adult fiction, Her Majesty's Royal Coven (HMRC).Tune into the conversation to hear Juno talk about the magic of female solidarity, writing her favourite lesbian couple in HMRC and the appeal of witches in literature and pop-culture. And Whovians, do not fret! Juno tells us all about what it was like penning the spin-off show Doctor Who: Redacted.Edited by Nic Crosara and Rachel Shelley.Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Women's Euros are whipping up a frenzy of footie excitement around the continent, and South London's Brockwell United is flying a friendly rainbow flag.Known to be a club for women, non-binary and gender-queer people, Brockwell United (AKA The Swans) is putting inclusivity and accessibility into practise.Representing Team DIVA is Molly Smith, who talks to Swans player Dean, all about the pretty special atmosphere the club has built up.Edited by Nic Crosara and Rachel Shelley.Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brooklyn MC Young MA is smashing July's cover of DIVA magazine, whilst launching her eco-friendly NFT capsules to mark her 6x Platinum career. Thus far.She talks labels, lesbians and loving women.Dishes on her super fans aka The MAB, and dealing with prejudice.And how thinking deeply keeps her music alive. Featuring, with kind permission (thank you Republic Media!) the tracks: No Mercy, Ooouuu, Petty Wap and Off the Yak.In conversation with podDIVA's own Nic Crosara.Remember: "If you're dope, you're dope."Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley, with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debrief dives into the current issue of DIVA magazine once a month.With hosts Rachel Shelley (The L Word) and Victoria Broom (Cheaters)If you're an LGBTQIA+ woman or non-binary person, this is your weekly podcast.Young MA, acclaimed lyricist and Brooklyn rapper, is smashing the cover of July's DIVA magazine. Hear a different side to her in this taster of what's to come next week on podDIVA.July's bumper issue is packed with wild and wondrous articles:We give fangs for sapphic vampires. And werewolves.Discover what's to hate about the word "lesbian". And catch up with LGBTQIA+ news stories of the week.Plus exclusive features starring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever You Are in the World.This month: Marbe Ann from The Philippines.Thank you Marbe Ann! Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ki Griffin is an actor, DJ and LGBTIQA+ activist. He made queerstory when he became the first intersex and non-binary actor to join the cast of Hollyoaks as Ripley Lennox.Talking to DIVA magazine's staff writer Nic Crosara, Ki discusses intersectionality, authentic casting and his work with Intersex Equality Rights UK."You can't be, what you don't see."This conversation took place shortly after this year's Lesbian Visibility Week and Ki opens up about finally being able to embrace his lesbian identity as a non-binary intersex person.Edited by Nic CrosaraProduced by Rachel Shelley, with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this exclusive interview with DIVA publisher Linda Riley, cyclist Emily Bridges, opens up about coming out, trans inclusion in sport and how she finds the strength to keep pedalling.Emily also shares her mission in life: to make the world a better place, to inspire and help people through their journey to be who they are.Edited by Nic Crosara and Rachel Shelley Produced by Rachel Shelley, with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world. Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Batwoman's Meagan Thandy, Rachel Skarsten and Wallis Day...Emily Andras and Kat Barrell from Wynonna Earp...Arlen Aguayo-Stewart from Motherland Fort Salem,Erica Luttrell from Lost GirlArryn Zech from Rwby...plus Dalila Ali Rajahand stars of Scare BnB...Oof! Is your fan-face frothing with excitement?So many amazing people in one place, it must be QFX East!DIVA magazine's Eleanor Noyce jet-setted to Tampa, Florida to catch up with the stars and creators of all your favourite LGBTQ media content. Yes, a difficult job, but someone had to do it."QFX - where queer voices are amplified, faves are celebrated and fandom becomes family."Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily Bridges is on the cover of this month's DIVA magazine, and it's a goodie!With coverage from queer media fan festival QFX in Florida, featuring Batwoman's Meagan Tandy, Rachel Skarsten and Wallis Day...Putting the fan back into fantastic.Plus exclusive tales from behind the curtain at all those wild L Word conventions.And everyone's favourite "wee lesbian" from TV's hit show Derry Girls.Debrief dives into the current issue of DIVA magazine once a month.With hosts Rachel Shelley (The L Word) and Victoria Broom (Cheaters)Plus exclusive interviews featuring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever you are in the world.This month: Tiutu from Bali, Indonesia.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Star of RuPaul's Drag Race UK and Queen Of The Mothertucking World, Blu Hydrangea talks to DIVA junior staff writer Eleanor Noyce about her new show Stitch, Please!Dishing all that's changed between RuPaul's season one and RuPaul's Drag Race UK vs The World.And, of course, THAT elimination.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Edited by Nic Crosara and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rowan Ellis, writer, video essayist and LGBTQIA+ advocate has racked up over 8 million views on line. Her debut book, Here and Queer, A Queer Girl's Guide to Life, has just been released with awesome illustrations by Jacky Sheridan.Talking to DIVA magazine's Eleanor Noyce, Rowan explores the evolution of digital media in the rainbow world of queerness.And in this week (after) Mental Health Awareness Week, Rowan chats openly about her ADHD diagnosis and the intersectionality of that on her life, work and queerness. Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Melissa Etheridge on the cover and the DIVA Power List between the sheets, we are celebrating the visionaries blazing a trail for LGBTQIA women and non binary people.With exclusive coverage from the 2022 DIVA Awards featuring Suranne Jones, Sandi Toksvig and a host of other luminaries.We also discuss PDAs, Mental Health Awareness Week and leaving *gasp* Twitter!Debrief dives into the current issue of DIVA magazine once a month.With hosts Rachel Shelley (The L Word) and Victoria Broom (Cheaters)Plus exclusive interviews featuring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever you are in the world.This month: Tati from BrazilProduced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grammy and Academy Award winning music legend Melissa Etheridge chats to DIVA magazine's Nic Crosara about her frankly fabulous-sounding resort music festival Etheridge Island. Featuring, amongst others, the country superstar Wynonna. Melissa praises the outstanding devotion of her fans, and their symbiotic sharing of energy.Melissa also talks frankly about the loss of her son to opioid addiction and how the Etheridge Foundation helps families suffering similar situations.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Edited by Nic Crosara, with additional editing support and production by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Lesbian Visibility Week and podDIVA is celebrating Emma Springham, Chief Marketing Officer of TSB.Nominated for Diversity Champion of the Year at the DIVA Awards, 2022.Emma discusses diversity, leadership and role models in the work place:"If we bring our whole selves in to the workplace, we'll create high performing teams. If people can't bring their whole selves to work, it falls apart."If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non-binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsIn association with DIVA magazine, the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Lesbian Visibility Week and to celebrate, podDIVA is spotlighting LGBTQIA plus lesbians and queer women from around the globe.Every day this week, podDIVA highlights the life of one of our listeners from beyond our UK borders. This series of lyrical features is weaved together from the listener's raw footage, to create evocative audio tales.Connecting and strengthening a community of lesbians and queer women, wherever you are in the world.Today: Anna from PolandYou can hear a new Beyond Borders feature every month on podDIVA.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non-binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsIn association with DIVA magazine, the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Lesbian Visibility Week and to celebrate, podDIVA is spotlighting LGBTQIA plus lesbians and queer women from around the globe.Every day this week, podDIVA highlights the life of one of our listeners from beyond our UK borders. This series of lyrical features is weaved together from the listener's raw footage, to create evocative audio tales.Connecting and strengthening a community of lesbians and queer women, wherever you are in the world.Today: Krisha from SpainYou can hear a new Beyond Borders feature every month on podDIVA.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non-binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsIn association with DIVA magazine, the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All your queer queries answered, with love and devotion by Team DIVA.We tackle everything from dating dilemmas to identity issues, reboot recommendations and lesbian visibility. We got you.   With DIVA magazine editor Roxy Bourdillon, staff writer Nic Crosara and editorial assistant Ellie Noyce.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Lesbian Visibility Week and to celebrate, podDIVA is spotlighting LGBTQIA plus lesbians and queer women from around the globe.Every day this week, podDIVA highlights the life of one of our listeners from beyond our UK borders. This series of lyrical features is weaved together from the listener's raw footage, to create evocative audio tales.Connecting and strengthening a community of lesbians and queer women, wherever you are in the world.Today: Swathi from IndiaYou can hear a new Beyond Borders feature every month on podDIVA.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non-binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsIn association with DIVA magazine, the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Lesbian Visibility Week and to celebrate, podDIVA is spotlighting LGBTQIA plus lesbians and queer women from around the globe.Every day this week, podDIVA highlights the life of one of our listeners from beyond our UK borders. These lyrical features are weaved together from the listener's raw footage, to create evocative audio tales.Connecting and strengthening a community of lesbians and queer women, wherever you are in the world.Today: Ray from Seattle, USAYou can hear a new Beyond Borders feature every month on podDIVA.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non-binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsIn association with DIVA magazine, the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Lesbian Visibility Week and to celebrate, podDIVA is spotlighting LGBTQIA plus lesbians and queer women from around the globe.Every day this week, podDIVA highlights the life of one of our listeners from beyond our UK borders. These lyrical features are weaved together from the listener's raw footage, to create evocative audio tales.Connecting and strengthening a community of lesbians and queer women, wherever you are in the world.Today: Nathalie from The Netherlands.You can hear a new Beyond Borders feature every month on podDIVA.If you're an LGBTQIA plus woman or non-binary person, podDIVA is your weekly podcast.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsIn association with DIVA magazine, the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nic Crosara's entire adult life has been shaped by the climate crisis. In this special Earth Day episode, Nic explores the intersections between climate campaigns and other major social injustices with three outstanding climate-activists... who also happen to be queer:Diego de Leon, founder of Queers X ClimateTamsin Omond author of Do Earth: Healing Strategies for HumankindMikaela Loach (Climate Justice activist)Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Singer, songwriter, musician, artist, film-maker, all round queer creative Mogli talks to DIVA Editorial Assistant Ellie Noyce about her new visual album Ravage, her queer identity, being raised by two mums, and the art scene in Berlin. Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Edited by Nic Crosara. Produced and additional (music) editing by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Gentleman Jack bonanza!Featuring the married folk duo Belinda O'Hooley and Heidi Tidow, creators of THAT theme tune!As Season 2 of this smash HBO / BBC tv show launches, we're celebrating all its sapphic glory!With stars Suranne Jones and Sophie Rundle on this month's DIVA cover and Sally Wainwright on the glossy pages in between, we know how much GJ means to you.Now hear amazing tales of love, self-actualization, joy and music-making that Gentleman Jack has inspired.Including contributions from Patricia Esgate, Neve Elizabeth, Liv Woodward, Meg Maguire, Jill Liddington, Donna Raney, Esther Newton and Sarah Wingrove.podDIVA: Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and co-edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAAdditional editing by the awesome Nic Crosara.Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Suranne Jones and Sophie Rundle on the cover, we're celebrating all things Gentleman Jack - Sally Wainwright's addictive TV show based on Anne Lister's secret diaries.Including folk duo O'Hooley and Tidow , creators of the show's empowering theme song.And Kat Lyons, poet and spoken word performer, on her menopause show Dry Season.Debrief dives into the current issue of DIVA magazine once a month.With hosts Rachel Shelley (The L Word) and Victoria Broom (Cheaters)Plus exclusive interviews featuring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever you are in the world.This month: Anna from PolandProduced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All hail the star of Bridgerton! Golda Rosheuvel talks to DIVA magazine's Nic Crosara about with her new Netflix spin-off show with Queen Charlotte front and centre.Plus navigating the entertainment industry as a lesbian black woman, and asks you to ask yourself "what if...?"Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Edited by Nic Crosara (ta-daaaaaa!) produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Horse McDonald has a new single - LEAVING - featuring her legendary vocals of power and strength.Horse is an iconic and utterly unique singer/songwriter, her voice a finely honed instrument, her shows breath-taking stagecraft. Horse's music is both moving and uplifting, leaving her audiences totally absorbed whenever she performs.DIVA staff writer Nic Crosara talks to Horse McDonald about LEAVING, performing, and singing to the moon!"One of Scotland's all time great vocalists, also possessed of a keen song-writing intelligence." - The ScotsmanQueers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

March's ethereal cover star Taylor Hickson, star of the smash hit female-centric TV show Motherland: Fort Salem, talks to DIVA editor Roxy Bourdillon this International Women's Day week, about the incredible power of fandom aka Switches, her explosive chemistry with co-star Amalia Holm and what playing Raylla has taught her about the legacy of witchcraft, female power and femininity.Queers for your Ears Wherever you are in the world. Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Featuring cover star Taylor Hickson, from the smash TV show Motherland: Fort Salem. Along with Sandi Toksvig and her new documentary Gateways Grind directed by Jacquie Lawrence. Celebrating International Women's Day this week - DIVA is packed full of amazing women every day every week, every month!Debrief dives into the current issue of DIVA magazine once a month.With hosts Rachel Shelley (The L Word) and Victoria Broom (Cheaters)Plus exclusive interviews featuring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever you are in the world.This month: Ray from Seattle.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part of the award-winning podcast The Log Books, co-host Tash Walker and producer Shivani Dave tell Eleanor Noyce from TeamDIVA about the vital importance of Switchboard's archive, how it all first came about and what's next for this vital podcast popping team!Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.ukSwitchboard is open for calls every day from 10am to 10pm 0300 330 0630 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosts of the podcast Two Twos - Nana Duncan and Rose Frimpong - chat with DIVA staff writer Char Bailey about avoiding trauma, their dream guests and exclusive news on their next live show!Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Co-founder and Executive Director of UK Black Pride, Phyll Opoku-Gyimah talks to DIVA staff writer Nic Crosara about Love and Rage, art and activism and what keeps her hopeful.Plus so much more!Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.ukFebruary 9th 2022: Since the recording of this podDIVA episode, Shay (mentioned by Lady Phyll as a queer activist doing amazing work) has sadly died. Our thoughts are with their family and loved ones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Featuring Lady Phyll our fabulous cover star and co-founder of UK Black Pride, Wegan's struggle for fertility equality, conversion therapy and a discussion around Sara Ramirez.DIVA Debrief dives into the current issue of DIVA magazine once a month.With hosts Rachel Shelley (The L Word) and Victoria Broom.Plus exclusive interviews featuring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever you are in the world.This month: Nathalie from the NetherlandsProduced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dear DIVA: all your queer queries answered!DIVA dilemmas? Queer queries? How best to come out to your family. Favourite things about being queer. And the perfect Valentine's gift.With Rachel Shelley, Roxy Bourdillon, Char Bailey, Nic Crosara and Ellie NoyceQueers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear Linda Riley in her own words... celebrating 60 amazing years!Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Superstar of the smash lesbian show Motherland: Fort Salem, Amalia Holm shares the incredible power of fan fiction, her explosive chemistry with co-star Taylor Hickson and how her character Scylla has taught her how to flirt.Queers for your Ears Wherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian, author, cover star... the inimitable Rosie Jones talks to DIVA editor Roxy Bourdillon about sex, joy, trolling and using her platform for disabled people.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Featuring Rosie Jones our fabulous comedian cover star and publisher Linda Riley, on how her upbringing shaped a joyful motto to live by.DIVA Debrief dives into the current issue of DIVA magazine once a month.With hosts Rachel Shelley (The L Word) and Victoria Broom.Plus exclusive interviews featuring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever you are in the world.This month: Swathi from Channai, IndiaProduced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dear DIVA: all your queer queries answered!DIVA dilemmas? Queer queries? Wanting more queer cheer this New Year? TeamDIVA has all the festively fun answers you need.From first dates to fashion, from mates to movies.With Roxy Bourdillon, Char Bailey, Nic Crosara and Ellie NoyceQueers for your Ears Wherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daisy Jones, Shon Faye and Cherrelle SkeeteThree culture-shaping Game Changers discuss their work and share the experiences that shaped them.Daisy Jones - author of All The Things She SaidShon Faye - author of The Transgender IssueCherrelle Skeete - British actress, writer, cultural producer and co-founder of Blacktress UK.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grammy Award Winning singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge talks to DIVA magazine about her new album One Way Out, the visibility of older LGBTQI women and her meditative use of cannabis during cancer treatment, 17 years ago.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA and writer Ellie NoyceGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heather Peace: star of Lip Service and Eastenders, a stunningly successful singer-songwriter and this month's DIVA cover star, Heather Peace talks to DIVA magazine editor Roxy Bourdillon about coming out in the 90s, finding love and work, and creating sweet sweet music in the rain.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DIVA's 300th celebratory issueFeaturing celesbian cover star / actor / musician Heather Peace and casting director supreme Kelly Valentine Hendry.DIVA Debrief dives into the monthly issue of DIVA magazine once a month.With hosts Rachel Shelley (The L Word) and Victoria Broom.Plus exclusive interviews featuring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever you are in the world.This month: Vanessa from Venezuela.Queers for your EarsProduced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Star of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, the mouth-watering Victoria Scone chats with DIVA magazine editor Roxy Bourdillon about her delicious celesbian life.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deeper DIVA delves deep into the LGBTQI+ experience, exploring Pride in Birmingham and the ultimate lesbian vacation.With hosts Char Bailey and Victoria BroomQueers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Political campaigner, awesome food writer and stunning cover star Jack Monroe, chats to DIVA magazine editor Roxy Bourdillon about living life in the public eye.Queers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Featuring Jack Monroe, Victoria Scone and Sophie DukerDIVA Debrief dives into the monthly issue of DIVA magazine once a month. With hosts Rachel Shelley and Victoria Broom.Plus exclusive interviews featuring you, the DIVA listener. Wherever you are in the world.This month: Alicante, Spain with Krisha GandhiQueers for your EarsWherever you are in the world.Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVAGet in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

podDIVA - Queers for your EarsTime for a new DIVA: podDIVADIVA is the world's leading brand for Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans Queer Intersex Asexual women and non-binary people.Join us every week, starting Wednesday November 3rd, 2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.