Fake Straight

S1 E9 Love, Lust, and Relationship Drama

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Trigger Warning: This episode of Fake Straight contains discussions about domestic violence, toxic relationships, and drug abuse. The content may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care of yourself, and if you need support, consider pausing or skipping this episode. Resources and support services are available in the episode notes.


This week, we're sitting down with @Monienolovve to dive into her wild ride through dating. From a relationship that took a dark turn when a partner pulled a gun on her, to finding her footing in the dating world with both women and men. We're talking about the ups, downs, and everything in between on her journey to self-discovery and figuring out what love really means.


National Resources (USA):

  1. The National Domestic Violence Hotline

    • Website: thehotline.org
    • Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
    • Text: Text "START" to 88788
    • Offers 24/7 support, including chat options, and provides resources for individuals in abusive relationships, including those in LGBTQ+ communities.

    • The Trevor Project

      • Website: thetrevorproject.org
      • Phone: 1-866-488-7386
      • Text: Text "START" to 678678
      • Focused on crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth, but also offers resources and support for those facing relationship abuse.

      • Love is Respect

        • Website: loveisrespect.org
        • Phone: 1-866-331-9474
        • Text: Text "LOVEIS" to 22522
        • Provides information and support on healthy relationships and dating abuse, including tailored resources for LGBTQ+ relationships.

        • The Anti-Violence Project (AVP)

          • Website: avp.org
          • Phone: 1-212-714-1141
          • Specializes in providing support for LGBTQ+ individuals experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of violence. Offers a 24/7 bilingual hotline.

          • GLBT National Help Center

            • Website: glbthotline.org
            • Phone: 1-888-843-4564
            • Provides free and confidential support for LGBTQ+ individuals, including those facing domestic violence.
              • Your local LGBTQ+ community center may also have specialized resources or can direct you to local services tailored to LGBTQ+ individuals facing domestic violence.
              • State coalitions against domestic violence often have specific programs or partnerships with LGBTQ+ organizations.

                • Forge Forward

                  • Website: forge-forward.org
                  • Offers resources for transgender and gender non-conforming survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

                  • Trans Lifeline

                    • Website: translifeline.org
                    • Phone: 1-877-565-8860
                    • A peer support hotline run by and for trans people, providing resources and support for those experiencing abuse.

                      • These resources can offer immediate help, counseling, legal advice, and more. It's crucial for anyone experiencing abuse to seek support from professionals who understand their specific needs.

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