Pride is about visibility, but not everything is rainbows and glitter, despite what the media feeds us about queer relationships. This episode dives into how intimate partner abuse shows up in queer relationships, including the tactics and dynamics that can fly under the radar.

But never fear—we end on a lighter note with the queer shows we love (and the scenes we'll never stop thinking about). Love is love, bitches.

As mentioned in the episode, here are some LGBTQ+-specific organizations that are here if you need someone supportive and nonjudgmental to talk about what's going on in your relationship, or need help leaving an abusive partner.

L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual; Transgender Community Center (New York)

CenterLink, The Community of LGBTQ+ Centers

Community United Against Violence (CUAV)

FORGE, for transgender and non-binary survivors

LGBT National Help Center

National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

The Network/La Red

The Mazzoni Center

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If you're experiencing abuse or domestic violence, you deserve support. You can connect with a trained advocate near you at DomesticShelters.org.

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