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The Relationship Room with DK Green Jul 17, 2024

Today on podDIVA we are returning to the Relationship Room, a safe place to discuss ideas that help us navigate interpersonal relationships, with a sprinkling of humour thrown in for good measure. Delicious.

In this episode, your host and DIVA Magazine columnist Ali Hendry talks to D K Green – a Holistic psychotherapist; specialising in GSRD communities (Gender, Sex, & Relationship Diversity).

Together they discuss

Continuing Professional Development or CPD
Holistic approaches to work and life
Relationship Diversity

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Or listened to our 30 x 30 micro-casts? Celebrating 30 years of DIVA magazine and its community throughout the month of April 2024.

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's latest issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Horse McDonald Jul 03, 2024

Iconic Scottish singer-songwriter Horse McDonald, who's been touring and singing and inspiring the world for almost 40 years, has a new album out ...

All hail The Road Less Travelled!

In this passionate discussion, DIVA Deputy Editor Nic Crosara chats to Horse about

touring
staying visible
her passion for creating personal, heart felt music.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Or listened to our 30 x 30 micro-casts? Celebrating 30 years of DIVA magazine and its community throughout the month of April 2024.

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's latest issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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Adele Roberts and Kate Holderness Jun 19, 2024

Today on podDIVA , we are super-dooper #Proud to be dropping in on this hilarious, this gorgeous conversation between our amazing Pride month cover star Adele Roberts, her fabulous fiancé Kate Holderness and our divine editor-in-chief, the right royal Roxy Bourdillon.

Be prepared to laugh along with these three old friends, to be inspired, to be deeply moved and perhaps, like me, to shed a tear too.

Hear all about:

dealing with cancer and writing their book
that first date and the two decades of lesbian love that have followed
their challenges, grief and recovery

Adele and Kate’s book is called Personal Best: From Rock Bottom to the Top of the World. And it is truly awesome. And just FYI – the "Audrey" that these three superstar women refer to is Adele’s stoma bag.

The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Or listened to our 30 x 30 micro-casts? Celebrating 30 years of DIVA magazine and its community throughout the month of April 2024.

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's latest issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

DIVA - the world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary people

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DIVA Debrief: June 2024 Jun 05, 2024

Pride month is here! And along with it is the bumper issue of DIVA magazine.

Whooo hoooo!

Join The L Word star Rachel Shelley (aka Helena Peabody) and the right royal Roxy Bourdillon, editor supreme of all DIVA-dom, as we turn the pages of this latest Pride-tastic magazine. Both gloriously head-to-toe in their Pride festive colours!

Discussing

cover star and phenomenal role model Adele Roberts
the DIVA Awards celebrating 30 years of your favourite LGBTQIA+ magazine
comedian Jessica Fostekew
queer speed friend-shipping
Eleanor Medhurst on lesbian fashion
Black queer love

Plus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener.

Wherever You Are In the World.

This month: Mariella and Jo from The Netherlands, and their spiritual businesses.

Thank you Mariella and Jo!

The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Or listened to our 30 x 30 micro-casts? Celebrating 30 years of DIVA magazine and its community throughout the month of April 2024.

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's latest issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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Relationship Room with Jai Bristow May 22, 2024

DIVA magazine's relationship coach and columnist Ali Hendry in conversation with Jai Bristow in the Relationship Room.

Jai is a multi-ethnic, queer, disabled DEIJB coach and consultant who leads workshops on Power, Privilege and Prejudice. Jai also hosts the Beyond Boxes podcast exploring labels and identity.

[DEIJB = Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice and Belonging]

Together Ali and Jai are unpacking gender expression, focusing on

· Embracing intersectionality

· Non-binary dating

· Dealing with CompHet or Compulsive Heterosexuality

and

· How to lead with curiosity

Get in touch with Jai:

· Social media: IG @beyond_boxes

· Website: jaibristow.com

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Or ridden the temporal time train back through 30 glorious years of DIVA magazine, right here on podDIVA?

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's latest issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Lucia Kerskin May 08, 2024

Still riding high after Lesbian Visibility Week and the DIVA Awards, on this episode of podDIVA we are celebrating everyone's favourite deadpan comic - Lucia Kerskin.

When Lucia posted a video to YouTube about failing her GCSEs back in 2017, it didn't seem like the obvious route into comedy.

But seven years later, she's racked up nearly half a million followers on YouTube alone, and starred in the likes of Channel 4's Big Boys and Dave's Sneakerhead.

Plus she's written and starred in her very own BBC show.

In this episode, podDIVA's audiogram whizz-kid Ella Gauci chats to the awesome Lucia about

her latest BBC show Things You Should Have Done
failing her GCSEs
... and Ronnie Mitchell from Eastenders

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Or ridden the temporal time train back through 30 glorious years of DIVA magazine, right here on podDIVA?

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's latest issue here.

Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Edited by Ella Gauci with additional editing by Rachel Shelley.

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2023 Apr 30, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today is the final stop on the temporal time train, as we take a whistle-stop tour of last year, 2023. Toot toot!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2022 Apr 29, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

We're only moving the dial back a coupla years today, to the very recent past of 2022. Still, buckle up all the same. Here we go...

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2021 Apr 28, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today it's the turn of the year 2021, only a teeny trip on the time train backwards.

Plus! Because it's Sunday, stay with us a little longer as Rachel Shelley reads one of our favourite DIVA articles from the last seven years.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2020 Apr 27, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're running back to the very recent past, a short hop, skip and a jump to the year 2020. A year like no other...

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2019 Apr 26, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're rummaging deep into the pockets of DIVA magazine throughout 2019!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2018 Apr 25, 2024

2018

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Gabrielle Korn Apr 24, 2024

Writer, editor and strategist Gabrielle Korn talks to DIVA magazine's Deputy Editor Nic Crosara about her latest Sapphic and dystopian novel Yours For The Taking, published by St Martin's Press.

Known for her previous novel Everybody (Else) Is Perfect and her imminent companion novel The Shutouts, Gabrielle is the former editor in chief of Nylon Media. She also recently led LGBTQ strategy at Netflix.

In this episode, Gabrielle discusses

the inspirations behind her new novel
her love for the word "lesbian"
the current state of the climate crisis.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's latest issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2017 Apr 24, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're buckling up and jetting back in time to the year 2017. Hold tight DIVAs!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2016 Apr 23, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're doing the time warp again, this time to 2016!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2015 Apr 22, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're celebrating the year of our Kristen, 2015! Whoop whoop!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2014 Apr 21, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're delving deep into the DIVA archive of the year 2014.

And seeing as it's Sunday, stay with us a little longer because I want to read you one of my favourite articles of the last seven years...

"The actor behind Bette Porter, The L Word's alpha female, talks to her friend Rachel Shelley about her book, L Word nostalgia and her need for privacy."

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2013 Apr 20, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're turning back the temporal time piece to the year 2013 with DIVA's editor Roxy Bourdillon.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2012 Apr 19, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're delving into the inky deep water of DIVA in the year 2012!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2011 Apr 18, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're winding back the temporal time piece to the year 2011!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2010 Apr 17, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're diving into a spectacularly lesbolicious year - I present to you dear DIVAs - 2010! Ta-daaa!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2009 Apr 16, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're all aboard the time train, zooming faster than the speed of light back to the year 2009!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2008 Apr 15, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're turning back time to the year 2008!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2007 Apr 14, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're twisting the time melon man, landing back in the year 2007!

PLUS - seeing as it's Sunday, we thought we'd gift you even more luscious DIVA content.

Here's one of our favourite articles of the last seven years - Someone To Watch Over Me by Erica Roberts.

"Back in the 50s and 60s, a young butch could count on having an older butch as a role model. Erica Roberts reports on the women who are keeping the tradition of butch mentoring alive."

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2006 Apr 13, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today on this 13th day of April, we are looking back to the thirteenth year of DIVA magazine, and the year 2006!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2005 Apr 12, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're rolling back the inky time space continuum to... 2005.

Let's go DIVAs!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2004 Apr 11, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're time travelling back two whole decades to the year 2004! Tick tock.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2003 Apr 10, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're turning back the clock a full twenty one years... and you ready for 2003?

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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girli Apr 10, 2024

girli is the pop punk superstar who's taking the music industry to task with her latest album and single - Matriarchy. Have you seen the video? Pheweeee!

In this conversations with podDIVA's Ella Gauci, we dig into the struggles faced as a queer woman in the music industry, queer rebellion and of course that steamy music video.

Stay in touch:

girli on Twitter

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's latest issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2002 Apr 09, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're winding back the temporal time piece to the year 2002...

Are you ready? Let's go!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2001 Apr 08, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're taking a closer look at the year 2001!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 2000 Apr 07, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're all meeting up in the year 2000!

(When in a strange way we're all fully grown...)

PLUS - seeing as it's Sunday, we thought we'd gift you even more luscious DIVA content.

Here's one of our favourite articles of the last seven years - "Dyke TV Interrupts Normal Viewing" from 1995's August / September issue (the one with Anna Friel on the cover).

"Cool Eye at the Centre of the Storm - television executive Caroline Spry leaves her post at Channel 4 this autumn in a blaze of publicity prompted by her latest project, Dyke TV.

ANDREA STUART [writer] assesses Spry's hugely influential career and charts her influence on lesbian and gay programming.

Read by Rachel Shelley.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 1999 Apr 06, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're winding back the time travel machine all the way to 1999, when DIVA was still in its infancy.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 1998 Apr 05, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're zipping on back to the year 1998!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

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DIVA: 1997 Apr 04, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're doing the time warp back to the year 1997!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

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DIVA: 1996 Apr 03, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're going back to the year 1996!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

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DIVA: 1995 Apr 02, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're going back to the year 1995!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

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DIVA: 1994 Apr 01, 2024

DIVA magazine turns 30 this year and to celebrate we're covering those 30 glorious years, in 30 days throughout April.

Today we're going back to the year of DIVA magazine's conception - 1994!

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's April issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with additional editing, producing and knock-out audiogram awesomeness by Ella Gauci.

With love and support from TeamDIVA

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DIVA Debrief: April 2024 Mar 27, 2024

DIVA magazine's 30th Anniversary issue is hot off the press and goodness, it's on FIRE!

Join DIVA editor, the right royal Roxy Bourdillon, and The L Word star Rachel Shelley (aka Helena Peabody) as they delve into the magazine past and present.

Digging up some juicy tid-bits that are sure to tickle your fancy, including

the remarkable evolution of DIVA over 30 years
intimate insights into the power of DIVA
the Sapphic surge in literature, including Musih Ted Xaviere and Gabrielle Korn.

Plus an exclusive Beyond Borders feature starring you, the DIVA listener.

Wherever You Are In the World.

This month: Stephanie and Juliette from Berlin and Paris.

Thanks to both Stephanie et Juliette!

The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

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 #TeamDIVA

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Kate Osborne MP Mar 13, 2024

Kate Osborne is the Labour Member of Parliament for Jarrow, a gay woman who's served her South Tyneside constituency since 2019.

In this episode of podDIVA, Kate talks to Rachel Shelley from New York where she is attending the UN's annual Commission on the Status of Women.

Kate is not only a tireless campaigner for her constituents, she also focuses much of her work on equality issues, including trans and all LGBTQIA plus rights.

In this episode we discuss

her own intimate reflections on 'coming out' to her mother as a teen
her pathway into politics through trade unions at the Post Office
dealing with on-line abuse and incendiary language in politics

Stay in touch:

Kate Osborne on Twitter

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's latest issue here.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Digest 6 March 2024 Mar 06, 2024

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.

The 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!

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The Relationship Room with Jem Ayres Feb 28, 2024

Today we’re visiting the Relationship Room with DIVA magazine’s very own resident relationship coach, the awesome Ali Hendry.

Ali is talking to Jem Ayres – a certified Sex Geek and Orgasmic Embodiment Coach. She’s a Sex Coach and Tantra practitioner.

Together they’re discussing:

· Creating micro-pleasures

· Reframing failure

· Unearthing tantric touch

There is so much fascinating stuff to learn in this ep!

Stay connected:

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want 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 #TeamDIVA

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Beverley Knight Feb 14, 2024

The amazing Beverley Knight is our stunning cover star, and in this spirited, energy-infused episode she talks to DIVA magazine's Deputy Editor Nic Crosara about

celebrating 50 glorious years of life
stepping into her power and confidence
her endless love of music making
accidentally becoming a gay icon

Now also an Olivier Award winning West End star, Beverley's latest brilliant album The Fifth Chapter released at the end of last year.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

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 #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Debrief: February 2024 Jan 31, 2024

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).

Discussing

LGBTQ History Month
Twenty 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+ community

Plus 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 Shelley

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 #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Digest Jan 24, 2024

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 #TeamDIVA

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The Relationship Room with CJ DeBarra / NeuroQueer Jan 17, 2024

Ali Hendry's Relationship Room with author of “NeuroQueer” CJ DeBarra

CJ 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 humans

Stay connected:

CJDeBarra Twitter

CJDeBarra website

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want 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 #TeamDIVA

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Marika Hackman Jan 03, 2024

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 Shelley

Want to hear more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's December issue here.

Edited by DIVA's amazing Editorial Assistant Ella Gauci

Additional editing and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Gentleman Jack Dec 2023 Dec 27, 2023

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.

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Produced and co-edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Additional editing by the awesome Nic Crosara.

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

This episode originally aired April 2022

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The Relationship Room featuring Moe Ari Brown from Hinge Dec 13, 2023

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: @loveoutproud

The DIVA Debrief - one gorgeous glossy in your ear.

Have you heard our top-rated ep? TheLWordGenQ with Rachel Shelley

Want 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 #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Digest Dec 06, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Debrief: December 2023 Nov 29, 2023

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 Jack
The DIVA effect!
DIVA turning 30 in 2024
Lesbionic 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 Shelley

Want 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 #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Digest - new! Nov 22, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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On Airplane Mode Nov 15, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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Lesbian Supper Club Nov 01, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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The Relationship Room with Musa Francis Oct 18, 2023

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 joy
methods of building resilience
regulating your nervous system
how to build from the bottom up

Get in touch with Musa Francis:

Instagram: @bloomingqueer

Website: bloomingqueer.com

Ali Hendry she/her

Holistic Relationship Coach & DIVA Magazine columnist

instagram.com/alihendrycoaching

www.alihendry.co.uk

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 #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Debrief: October 2023 Oct 04, 2023

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 name

Queer Refugees Unite - their fight for asylum

the revolutionary Lesbian Supper Club

Plus 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 #TeamDIVA

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Fawzia Mirza Sep 20, 2023

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 about

directing her first feature
working with Amrit Kaur
how 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 #TeamDIVA

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Heather Peace: Summer Re-sizzle Sep 06, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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Jennifer and Laurel Summer Re-sizzle Aug 30, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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Jennifer Beals Summer Re-sizzle Aug 23, 2023

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 discusses

love
the power of L-Word fans
her 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 #TeamDIVA

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Sophie Duker Summer Re-Sizzle Aug 16, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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Rosie Jones Summer Re-sizzle Aug 09, 2023

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 about

Sex
Queer joy
Using 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 #TeamDIVA

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Heartstopper's Corinna Brown and Kizzy Edgell Aug 02, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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Sarah Shahi Jul 26, 2023

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 about

the trajectory of her career,
being an LGBTQIA ally and
Carmen and Shane's sizzling chemistry on The L Word

Please note: this interview was completed prior to Thursday 13th July

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 #TeamDIVA

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Tiff Der from The Ultimatum: Queer Love Jul 19, 2023

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 about

their non binary identity
the impact of the show on the LGBTQIA community
life after Ultimatum

Accompanied, 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 #TeamDIVA

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The Relationship Room with guest Jennie Williams Jul 12, 2023

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 blueprint
Unpacking intersectional identity
How to be an effective ally

Get in touch with Jennie Williams:

Instagram: @undressingdisability

TikTok: @undressingdisability

Twitter: @ETUKUndressing

LinkedIn: Undressing Disability

YouTube: Enhance the UK

Ali Hendry she/her

Holistic Relationship Coach & DIVA Magazine columnist

instagram.com/alihendrycoaching

www.alihendry.co.uk

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 #TeamDIVA

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Jade Fox Jul 05, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Debrief: July 2023 Jun 28, 2023

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 experiences
The transformative power of heartbreak
Being an ally
Barbie! 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 California

Alex 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 #TeamDIVA

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Golda Rosheuvel aka Bridgerton's Queen Charlotte Jun 21, 2023

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, about

the power of silence
diversity in casting
those 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 #TeamDIVA

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podDIVA's Relationship Room with sexologist and Cosmopolitan UK Sex & Relationship Editor Emilie Lavinia Jun 14, 2023

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-monogamy
Embracing sex in menopause
Enhancing pleasure and intimacy

Get in touch with Emilie (she/her):

instagram.com/emilielaviniauk

twitter.com/emilielavinia

emilielavinia.com

cosmopolitan.com/uk/

Ali Hendry she/her

Holistic Relationship Coach & DIVA Magazine columnist

instagram.com/alihendrycoaching

www.alihendry.co.uk

Want to see more of all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's June issue here.

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Amber Whittington Jun 07, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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Debrief: June 2023 May 31, 2023

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 Closet
Pride in the city AND in rural areas
Your 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, Wales

Vicki 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 #TeamDIVA

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Lily Lindon May 24, 2023

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 8th

Want 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 #TeamDIVA

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The Relationship Room with guest Lucie Fielding May 17, 2023

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 pleasure

Get in touch with Lucie (she/they):

IG: @sexbeyondbinaries

website: 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 #TeamDIVA

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Brat Loves Judy May 10, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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Debrief: May 2023 May 03, 2023

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 Awards
The all mighty DIVA Power List
Our Kaleidoscopic crowning-glory cover stars Da Brat and Judy

Plus 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 #TeamDIVA

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Lesbian Visibility Week: Beyond Borders Apr 28, 2023

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 Ears

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Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Lesbian Visibility Week: Beyond Borders Apr 27, 2023

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 Philippines

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 Ears

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Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Lesbian Visibility Week: Beyond Borders Apr 26, 2023

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, USA

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 Ears

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Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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4Pride Apr 26, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

With enormous thanks to everyone at 4Pride for making this episode happen, especially the all-powerful Ellis Cook.

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Lesbian Visibility Week: Beyond Borders Apr 25, 2023

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, Indonesia

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 Ears

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Lesbian Visibility Week: Beyond Borders Apr 24, 2023

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 Ears

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Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Art School Girlfriend Apr 19, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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Dame Kelly Holmes Apr 12, 2023

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 about

her army career
her coming out journey
her charity work

Want 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 #TeamDIVA

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That Friday Feeling part II Apr 07, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Debrief: April 2023 Apr 05, 2023

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 identities
Comp cis-het
Whether 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 #TeamDIVA

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Jennifer and Laurel's Charity Auction Apr 02, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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That Friday Feeling Mar 31, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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Jennifer Beals and Laurel Holloman Mar 29, 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?

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 #TeamDIVA

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Jade LeMac Mar 22, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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Ali Hendry's Relationship Room with guest Natalie Alexis Lee Mar 15, 2023

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 manifest

Community healing

Feeling inspired versus being inspired

Committing to inclusion

Sexual balance

And if you want to learn more about Ali, grab a copy of DIVA magazine or contact her via http://alihendry.co.uk

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Scare BNB: The Hosts Mar 08, 2023

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.

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DIVA Debrief: March 2023 Mar 01, 2023

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 Blanchett
Dating Apps
Florence Schechter's article Vulva Stigma Must End Now

Plus 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.

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Paula Andrea Placido Feb 22, 2023

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.

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Munroe Bergdorf Feb 15, 2023

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.

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Emily Hampshire Feb 08, 2023

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 Crosara

Produced by Rachel Shelley

Additional editing by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Debrief: February 2023 Feb 01, 2023

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.

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Grace Gaustad Jan 25, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

Edited by Nic Crosara, with additional editing by Rachel Shelley.

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The Sex Lives of College Girls Jan 18, 2023

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 Leighton

Alyah Chanelle Scott who plays Whitney

Amrit Kaur who plays Bela

Pauline Chalamet who plays Kimberly

Want 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 #TeamDIVA

With additional editing by Nic Crosara.

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Jennifer Beals Jan 11, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Debrief: January 2023 Jan 04, 2023

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 #TeamDIVA

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The L Word Gen Q: Re-run Dec 28, 2022

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 Chaiken
actress 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 #TeamDIVA

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This episode was first published in November 2022

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Beth Mead: Lioness, My Journey to Glory Dec 25, 2022

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, podDIVAhas 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 Shelley

Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Narrated by Roxy Bourdillon.

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Married At First Sight UK Dec 21, 2022

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 Shelley

Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Zoe Lyons Dec 14, 2022

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 Shelley

Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Dakota Schiffer Dec 07, 2022

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 Shelley

Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Debrief: December 2022 Nov 30, 2022

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! #Queermas

Plus: 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 Books

Want 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 #TeamDIVA

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Betty Nov 23, 2022

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 RULES

Elizabeth 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 #TeamDIVA

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The L Word Gen Q Nov 16, 2022

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 Chaiken
actress 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 #TeamDIVA

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Abisha Nov 09, 2022

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 Tozzi

Want to hear more from Abisha and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's November issue here.

Edited by Nic Crosara and Rachel Shelley

Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Debrief: November 2022 Nov 02, 2022

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. #IDoR

Rachel 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 #TeamDIVA

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Jayde Adams and Karen Hauer Oct 26, 2022

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 Shelley

Produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Lucy Spraggan Oct 19, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

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Eliot Salt Oct 11, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

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Sherelle Oct 05, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

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Emeli Sandé Sep 28, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

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DIVA Debrief: October Sep 21, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

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Jiggly Sep 14, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Edited by Nic Crosara and Rachel Shelley.

Produced and introduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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KT Tunstall Sep 07, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced, edited and introduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Abbi Jacobson Aug 31, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced, edited and introduced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Amalia Holm Revisited Aug 24, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Taylor Hickson revisited Aug 17, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Save Gentleman Jack Aug 10, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and co-edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Additional editing by the awesome Nic Crosara.

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

podDIVA will be back after a short summer break.

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Tegan and Sara Aug 03, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Deloveroo Jul 27, 2022

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 Ears

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Juno Dawson Jul 20, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Brockwell United F.C. Jul 13, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Young MA Jul 06, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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DIVA Debrief: July Jun 29, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Ki Griffin Jun 22, 2022

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 Crosara

Produced by Rachel Shelley, with love and support from #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Emily Bridges Jun 15, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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QFX Jun 08, 2022

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 Girl

Arryn Zech from Rwby...

plus Dalila Ali Rajah

and 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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Debrief June Jun 01, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Blu Hydrangea May 25, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Edited by Nic Crosara and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Rowan Ellis May 18, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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DIVA Debrief: May May 11, 2022

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 Brazil

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Melissa Etheridge May 04, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Edited by Nic Crosara, with additional editing support and production by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Emma Springham Apr 29, 2022

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 Ears

In 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 #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Lesbian Visibility Week Apr 29, 2022

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 Poland

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 Ears

In 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 #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Lesbian Visibility Week Apr 28, 2022

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 Spain

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 Ears

In 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 #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Dear DIVA Apr 27, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Lesbian Visibility Week Apr 27, 2022

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 India

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 Ears

In 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 #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Lesbian Visibility Week Apr 26, 2022

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, USA

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 Ears

In 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 #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Lesbian Visibility Week Apr 25, 2022

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 Ears

In 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 #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Earth Day Apr 20, 2022

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 Climate

Tamsin Omond author of Do Earth: Healing Strategies for Humankind

Mikaela Loach (Climate Justice activist)

Queers for your Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Mogli Apr 13, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Edited by Nic Crosara.

Produced and additional (music) editing by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Gentleman Jack Apr 06, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and co-edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Additional editing by the awesome Nic Crosara.

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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DIVA Debrief: April Mar 30, 2022

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 Poland

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

podDIVA: Queers for your Ears

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Golda Rosheuvel Mar 23, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Edited by Nic Crosara (ta-daaaaaa!) produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Horse McDonald Mar 16, 2022

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 Scotsman

Queers for your Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Taylor Hickson Mar 09, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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DIVA Debrief: March Mar 02, 2022

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 #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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The Log Books Feb 23, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

Switchboard is open for calls every day from 10am to 10pm 0300 330 0630

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Two Twos Feb 16, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Lady Phyll Feb 09, 2022

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 Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

February 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.

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DIVA Debrief: February Feb 02, 2022

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 Netherlands

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Dear DIVA Jan 26, 2022

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 Noyce

Queers for your Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Linda Riley - Happy Birthday! Jan 24, 2022

Hear Linda Riley in her own words... celebrating 60 amazing years!

Queers for your Ears

Wherever you are in the world.

Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

Get in touch: editorial@divamag.co.uk

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Amalia Holm Jan 19, 2022

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

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Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Rosie Jones Jan 12, 2022

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.

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DIVA Debrief - January Jan 05, 2022

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, India

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Dear DIVA Dec 29, 2021

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 Noyce

Queers for your Ears

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Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Shon Faye, Daisy Jones, Cherrelle Skeete Dec 22, 2021

Daisy Jones, Shon Faye and Cherrelle Skeete

Three culture-shaping Game Changers discuss their work and share the experiences that shaped them.

Daisy Jones - author of All The Things She Said

Shon Faye - author of The Transgender Issue

Cherrelle Skeete - British actress, writer, cultural producer and co-founder of Blacktress UK.

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Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Melissa Etheridge Dec 15, 2021

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 Ears

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Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA and writer Ellie Noyce

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Heather Peace Dec 08, 2021

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.

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DIVA Debrief - December Dec 01, 2021

DIVA's 300th celebratory issue

Featuring 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 Ears

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Victoria Scone Nov 24, 2021

Star of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, the mouth-watering Victoria Scone chats with DIVA magazine editor Roxy Bourdillon about her delicious celesbian life.

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Deeper DIVA Nov 17, 2021

Deeper DIVA delves deep into the LGBTQI+ experience, exploring Pride in Birmingham and the ultimate lesbian vacation.

With hosts Char Bailey and Victoria Broom

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Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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Jack Monroe Nov 10, 2021

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 Ears

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Produced and edited by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVA

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