giving (un)bothered

giving (un)bothered

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giving (un)bothered episodes

  • truth or drink: rebounds, exes & kinks

    Being queer in your 20s means dating drama, messy breakups, and a few…questionable choices. This week, we play truth or drink and confess it all—from kinks to the ex we’re still not over.


    Find us on: 

    • Instagram: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Tiktok: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Youtube: ⁠@givingunbothered⁠


    #lgbtq #lgbt #lgbtpodcast #podcasts #relationships #intimacy #datingpodcast #dating #datingandrelationships



    LGBTQ podcast, queer podcast, dating podcast, lesbian podcast, WLW podcast, queer dating advice, WLW relationship advice, signs a woman is interested in you romantically, why do i keep questioning my sexuality, WLW relationships, queer dating, sapphic relationships, sapphic intimacy, getting over your ex, WLW dating advice

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min
  • anxious vs avoidant attachment: how to become secure

    Let’s talk about it: why do anxious girlies keep falling for avoidant people?

    In this episode, we get personal about our own experiences dating avoidant partners while navigating anxious attachment. From spiraling over mixed signals to learning how to show up more securely, we’re unpacking what it really feels like to be in these dynamics — and how we’re slowly breaking the pattern.

    If you’ve ever felt clingy, overthought a text for hours, or kept giving chances to someone who couldn’t meet you emotionally — you’re not alone.

    🎧 Topics we touch on:

    • anxious vs avoidant attachment
    • dating while anxiously attached
    • our personal journey toward becoming secure


    Find us on: 

    • Instagram: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Tiktok: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Youtube: ⁠@givingunbothered⁠


    #lgbtq #lgbt #lgbtpodcast #podcasts #relationships #intimacy #datingpodcast #dating #datingandrelationships



    LGBTQ podcast, queer podcast, dating podcast, lesbian podcast, WLW podcast, queer dating advice, WLW relationship advice, signs a woman is interested in you romantically, why do i keep questioning my sexuality, WLW relationships, queer dating, sapphic relationships, sapphic intimacy, attachment styles, avoidant attachment, anxious attachment, secure attachment, dating avoidant, emotionally unavailable partner, how to become securely attached, attachment styles in relationships, emotionally unavailable, attachment style healing, why I chase people who don’t want me, why she’s distant in a relationship, why she pulls away

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  • WLW intimacy Q&A: debunking myths & inclusive sex ed

    We're talking all things WLW sex in this weeks unfiltered episode!

    We answer YOUR most asked questions:

    - Is scissoring actually a thing?

    - How do WLW deal with long hair during sex?

    - What's a myth vs fact when it comes to lesbian intimacy?

    Plus, we dive into the serious gaps in sex education when it comes to queer relationships, and how growing up without proper info left many of us confused and googling things we shouldn’t have had to.


    Find us on: 

    • Instagram: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Tiktok: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Youtube: ⁠@givingunbothered⁠


    #lgbtq #lgbt #lgbtpodcast #podcasts #relationships #intimacy #datingpodcast #dating #datingandrelationships


    LGBTQ podcast, queer podcast, dating podcast, lesbian podcast, WLW podcast, queer dating advice, WLW relationship advice, signs a woman is interested in you romantically, why do i keep questioning my sexuality, WLW relationships, queer dating, sapphic relationships, sapphic intimacy 

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  • I’m best friends with my ex-girlfriend (with Abisha)

    In this episode, we’re joined by queer model, actor, writer and artist Abisha for a candid and inspiring conversation. She opens up about being best friends with her ex-girlfriend—and how her current girlfriend has become part of the friendship too. We talk about meeting her girlfriend online during the pandemic, their bold U-Haul love story, and what it’s really like navigating relationships with openness and emotional maturity. Abisha also shares what inspired her to write an LGBTQ+ children’s book, the importance of representation in queer literature and she gets real about the challenges and lessons that come with dating someone in the public eye.


    Find Abisha on: 

    • Instagram: ⁠@abisha
    • Tiktok: ⁠@abishaofficial


    Find us on: 

    • Instagram: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Tiktok: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Youtube: ⁠@givingunbothered⁠


    #lgbtq #lgbt #lgbtpodcast #podcasts #relationships #intimacy #datingpodcast #dating #datingandrelationships


    LGBTQ podcast, queer podcast, dating podcast, lesbian podcast, WLW podcast, queer dating advice, WLW relationship advice, signs a woman is interested in you romantically, why do i keep questioning my sexuality, WLW relationships, queer dating, best friends with ex, U-haul lesbian, online dating, queer singer-songwriter, queer artist UK, long-distance to live-in, sapphic relationships

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  • sapphic dating mistakes

    Sapphic dating is a wild ride and we’ve made every mistake in the book. In this episode, we roast ourselves and unpack the biggest sapphic dating mistakes we’ve made so you don’t have to. From emotionally investing before even meeting IRL, to losing ourselves in situationships with women who never even knew our last names — we’ve been there, done that, and are finally learning our lessons.


    Listen for relatable queer dating confessions, spicy mistakes, and the growth we’ve finally found on the other side.


    Find us on: 

    • Instagram: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Tiktok: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Youtube: ⁠@givingunbothered⁠


    #lgbt #lgbtqia #lesbianpodcast #wlw #lgbtpodcast #datingpodcast #relationships #datingandrelationships


    LGBTQ podcast, queer podcast, dating podcast, lesbian podcast, WLW podcast, queer dating advice, WLW relationship advice, signs a woman is interested in you romantically, why do i keep questioning my sexuality, WLW relationships, queer dating, queer dating mistakes, lesbian situationships

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
  • how to tell if you’re into women (Q&A)

    In this episode, we’re getting into the messy, relatable realities of queer dating and identity from unpacking internalised homophobia to dealing with rejection in queer dating, we explore how to tell if you're genuinely into women or just curious. Plus: how the hell do you define the line between friendship and flirting between girls? 👀

    Whether you're newly out, questioning your sexuality, or deep in the sapphic trenches, this one’s for you.


    Find us on: 

    • Instagram: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Tiktok: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Youtube: ⁠@givingunbothered⁠


    LGBTQ podcast, queer podcast, dating podcast, lesbian podcast, WLW podcast, queer dating advice, lesbian love signals, WLW relationship advice, signs a woman is interested in you romantically, why do i keep questioning my sexuality, WLW relationships, queer dating, sapphic love, navigating rejection

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  • sapphic breakups : how to heal from a heartbreak

    Breakups are hard—but sapphic breakups? They hit different. In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional rollercoaster of ending a queer relationship. Whether you’re healing from your first lesbian breakup or navigating the messy end of a WLW situationship, we’ve got you. Expect raw advice, personal stories, and healing tips to help you move on (without texting her at 2AM).

    If you’ve ever Googled “how to get over a lesbian breakup” or “why do queer breakups hurt so much?”—this episode is for you.


    Find us on: 

    • Instagram: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Tiktok: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Youtube: ⁠@givingunbothered⁠


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  • kicked out of Uber for being gay (with Aaron & Ryan)

    We sit down with married queer couple Aaron and Ryan to talk about being kicked out of an Uber for being gay during Sydney Pride. We dive into the realities of LGBTQ+ discrimination, traveling while queer, and how to maintain healthy communication in relationships and marriages.

    From navigating homophobia while traveling to sharing tips on building strong partnerships, this episode is packed with personal stories, laughs, and important conversations about why Pride still matters in 2025. Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, this episode gives unfiltered insight into the challenges and joys of queer love and life.


    Find us on: 

    • Instagram: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Tiktok: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Youtube: ⁠@givingunbothered⁠


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
  • how to date women : sapphic edition

    In this episode, we’re spilling the tea on all things dating — the good, the awkward, and the (un)bothered. From decoding body language and making eye contact to navigating first date etiquette (who gets there first?!), we’re covering it all.


    We talk about: 

    - How to flirt like a pro

    - Who makes the first move — and why it doesn’t matter

    - How to communicate your intentions without freaking out

    - Why being your full self is the ultimate green flag

    - The art of NOT trauma dumping on the first date

    - How to avoid getting friend-zoned (unless that’s the vibe)

    - Ditching gender roles in queer relationships

    Plus, a Q&A with listener-submitted sapphic dating questions!


    Find us on: 

    • Instagram: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Tiktok: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Youtube: ⁠@givingunbothered⁠


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  • being queer is woke? (with Aaron & Ryan)

    This week, we’re joined by the iconic Australian duo Aaron and Ryan with powerful, heartfelt, and hilarious stories to share. 

    In Part 1 of this deep and chaotic two-part episode, we talk about:

    • Their personal coming out stories
    • What it’s like growing up queer in Australia
    • The complicated relationship between religion and LGBTQ+ identity
    • Dealing with homophobia and finding chosen family
    • The importance of queer representation


    Find us on: 

    • Instagram: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Tiktok: ⁠@giving.unbothered⁠
    • Youtube: ⁠@givingunbothered⁠


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min

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