Lister Sister Conversations

By Sue Britz

Who are the Lister Sisters, you may ask? We’re a group numbering in the thousands from more than 40 countries, all united by the impact of Anne Lister, honored as the first modern lesbian, even before... more

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How many episodes does Lister Sister Conversations have?

The podcast currently has 21 episodes available.

Lister Sister Conversations episodes:

April 24, 2026 Lister Sister Conversations Ep. 019: What's On My Nerves This Week
Diana shares with Sue some of what is on her nerves this week: threats to the 14th Amendment and DOMA, suppression of everyday (DEI) language and programs, preserving women's perspectives, and more. "Perspective shapes narrative. Power shapes interpretation. Ultimately, who tells the story matters often as much as whose story is being told." From Cat Bohannon's 'Eve", to Mary Todd Lincoln , to 1600's or Juana Iñes de la Cruz, and SF's Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon, the perspective of women and their own history is vital. The Lister Sisterhood empowers us to keep connected, stay informed and persevere.
References:
'Eve, How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution' by Cat Bohannon
'You Foolish Men' by Sor Juana Iñes de la Cruz; poems.org
'The Truth About Mary Todd Lincoln' by Lois Romano in the New York Times 04/11/26
Conversation in studio
Photo: Sue Britz
Music: MusicInMedia 'Uplifting Celtic Irish Energy' 2025 on Pixabay
Sue Britz: Host/Producer/Director/Editor
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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our Lister Sister experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.
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38min
April 17, 2026 Lister Sister Conversations Ep. 018: Christine
Christine Sanders joins Sue in a conversation from her canal boat, fresh off a walk on the moors in Bronte country. She shares the inspiration that empassioned the writing of her collection of mirrored poems about Anne Lister's lovers. Through exhaustive research, Christine's writing process allows Lister's lovers to speak through her, putting life and breath into the women.

"A 2nd Extract from Woman Based on the Life and Loves of Anne Lister" by Christine Sanders
Photo credit: Christine Sanders
Conversation via Messenger
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Photo: Christine Sanders
Music: MusicInMedia 'Uplifting Celtic Irish Energy' 2025 on Pixabay
Sue Britz: Host/Producer/Director/Editor
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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our Lister Sister experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.
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40min
April 07, 2026 Lister Sister Conversations Ep. 017: ALBW26 Wrap Part 2
Cheryl and Elizabeth continue their wrap-up of ALBW26 (Anne Lister Birthday Week) with excitement about Jennifer Van Gessel's new film, 'Langton', that is casting for a young Anne Lister. O'Hooley and Tidow were back for a one-night-only at The Arches, an intimate venue. Elizabeth describes the privilege she feels about the extreme talent that moves emotions. The walking football tournament was quite the talk of the town. All the volunteers and organizers make the festival so meaningful help keep Anne Lister's spirit alive.

Conversation via Messenger
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Music: MusicInMedia 'Uplifting Celtic Irish Energy' 2025 on Pixabay
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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our Lister Sister experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.
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29min
April 06, 2026 Lister Sister Conversations Ep. 016: ALBW26 Wrap, Part I
Sue admits that she was suffering FOMO during ALBW26 (Anne Lister Birthday Week), but is grateful to hear all about it from Cheryl and Elizabeth. A big highlight was one-on-one meetings with our champion, Helena Whitbread, who wrote the seminal books 'I Know My Own Heart: The Diaries of Anne Lister' and 'No Priest But Love: The Journals of Anne Lister.' Of course the jewel on the crown was Anne's birthday itself, with the flower lying & dancing at Piece Hall. Elizabeth enjoyed her 'galloping' while Cheryl spotlighted later at the Bash with Pippa. Before the Bash was the interview with Sally Wainwright, the acclaimed writer and director of 'Gentleman Jack', who discussed her hit 'Riot Women. Oh, and Pat Esgate gave an important update on the location of Anne Lister's grave!

Conversation via Messenger
Photo: Cheryl
Music: MusicInMedia 'Uplifting Celtic Irish Energy' 2025 on Pixabay
Sue Britz: Host/Producer/Director/Editor
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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our Lister Sister experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.
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28min
March 31, 2026 Lister Sister Conversations Ep. 015: ALBW '26, We're Here!
Lister Sister Conversations Podcast is thrilled to "be" in Halifax, albeit, through the eyes, ears, and feet on the ground of Elizabeth and Cheryl. From afternoon tea at the Holdsworth House, to scavenger hunting to the ALBW Hub, we hear about the goings on from friends who have already arrived. Elizabeth shares insights about the "sexy delight" of the Gentleman Jack Ballet, and we hear about upcoming events: the morning flower laying on the 3rd, Sally Wainwright and Riot Women, the Birthday Bash, & After Party, the friendly football (soccer) game, and the O'Hooley & Tidow concert, Anne Lister Society (ALS) & Finding Anne Lister in the Minster, and the Searching for Ann Walker book release. For those not able to attend this year, your FOMO may be partially abated.

Conversation via Messenger
Photo: Cheryl
Music: MusicInMedia 'Uplifting Celtic Irish Energy' 2025 on Pixabay
Sue Britz: Host/Producer/Director/Editor
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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our Lister Sister experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.
All rights reserved.
...more
37min
March 27, 2026 Lister Sister Conversations Ep. 014: ALBW Recommendations
Diana and Sue share their last minute recommendations for those of you lucky souls who are headed to Anne Lister Birthday Week 2026. Pack it all in! There is so much to do and see. We hope you fill every moment with great adventures, make wonderful memories, and enduring friendships. Oh, and please tell us all about it when you're home!

Conversation in studio
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Music: MusicInMedia 'Uplifting Celtic Irish Energy' 2025 on Pixabay
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This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our Lister Sister experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.
All rights reserved.
...more
37min
March 25, 2026 Lister Sister Conversations Ep. 013: International Women's Day & ALBW Prepping
Sue and Diana offer ideas for celebrating International Women's Day and for getting prepared for attending ALBW (Anne Lister Birthday Week) from a California point of view. Billie Jean King impacted both gals, Diana , as she was learning tennis and seeing King as a woman who offered her hope. Sue, recalls Billie Jean's example as a leader in the Women's Lib movement, and giving her words to call out "male chauvinist pig" behaviors. The conversation turns to practical suggestions for travelers to ALBW, that's happening soon!
Conversation in studio
Photo: Sue Britz
Music: MusicInMedia 'Uplifting Celtic Irish Energy' 2025 on Pixabay
Sue Britz: Host/Producer/Director/Editor
Facebook: Lister Sister Conversations Podcast
You may have a topic you want to discuss, or maybe just open to a chat. If you are interested in being on the podcast, please let me know!
email: [email protected]
This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our Lister Sister experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.
All rights reserved.
...more
45min
February 27, 2026 Lister Sister Conversations Ep. 012: Akiva Peñaloza
Akiva embodies the bravery of Ann Walker by sharing the impact Gentleman Jack had in finding her comeback power while living with mental illness. Like Ann, who came alive with Anne Lister in her life, both she and Akiva had to fight for that awakening. Breaking taboos, Akiva tells about the uplifting restoration of a woman's soul with her short film project, 'Awaking Georgie'. Speaking grows connections, making us more empowered than ever.

Conversation with Facebook Messenger
Photo: Akiva Peñaloza
Music: MusicInMedia 'Uplifting Celtic Irish Energy' 2025 on Pixabay
Sue Britz: Host/Producer/Director/Editor
Facebook: Lister Sister Conversations Podcast
You may have a topic you want to discuss, or maybe just open to a chat. If you are interested in being on the podcast, please let me know!
email: [email protected]
This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our Lister Sister experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.
All rights reserved.
...more
35min
February 20, 2026 Lister Sister Conversations Ep. 011: Anne Lister, a Predatory Seductress?
I'm excited to share our first episode with a topic or question as our subject.
Sue is joined by neighboring Lister Sister, Diana, to discuss why Anne Lister's actions have, at times, been interpreted as using predatory tactics to seduce passive, naive ladies. The gals agree that Anne's romantic interests were likely as interested in her as Gentleman Jack was with them. Diana wisely states "that when women achieve a certain place in this patriarchal culture, we must support them, or at least be cautious with our criticism because the culture is always trying to hold them down."

Conversation in studio
Photo: Sue Britz
Music: MusicInMedia 'Uplifting Celtic Irish Energy' 2025 on Pixabay
Sue Britz: Host/Producer/Director/Editor
Facebook: Lister Sister Conversations Podcast
You may have a topic you want to discuss, or maybe just open to a chat. If you are interested in being on the podcast, please let me know!
email: [email protected]
This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our Lister Sister experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.
All rights reserved.
...more
31min
February 13, 2026 Lister Sister Conversations Ep. 010: Diana
What a small world! After Diana reached out, Sue found out that the two Lister Sisters live about a mile apart! Diana was drawn in to the Anne Lister world after watching Sally Wainwright's 'Last Tango in Halifax'. That was followed up by 'Gentleman Jack', and the developing obsession about the Yorkshire region carried her to ALBW in Halifax. Sue and Diana talk about the duality of Anne Lister's personality and who she might have been had she lived today.

Conversation in studio
Photo: Sue Britz
Music: MusicInMedia 'Uplifting Celtic Irish Energy' 2025 on Pixabay
Sue Britz: Host/Producer/Director/Editor
Facebook: Lister Sister Conversations Podcast
email: [email protected]
This podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our Lister Sister experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.
All rights reserved.
...more
32min

FAQs about Lister Sister Conversations:

How many episodes does Lister Sister Conversations have?

The podcast currently has 21 episodes available.