Women Wanting Women

District Attorney Satana Deberry shares her advice for holding positions of power while still being a great boss, mother and human being.

Meet Satana Deberry, the lesbian running to be the Attorney General for the State of North Carolina…

Are the things you’re working on in life right now serving you on your journey to become the person you want to be?

And if not, are you willing to do anything about it?

Well on this episode of Women Wanting Women I talk about all that and more with District Attorney Satana Deberry, a lesbian politician who is currently running to be North Carolina’s Attorney General.

During the episode Satana Deberry shares:

* Advice for having the courage to take a stand on issues…

* Advice for how to break a routine that’s not working for you anymore…

* Advice for how to be a great boss…

* Advice for how to handle yourself in situations where you make mistakes…

* Advice for managing your own energy when you feel insecure… AND

* Advice for how to have thicker skin when you’re afraid someone is pissed at you…

Don’t miss this interview!

Learn more about Satana Deberry (and her campaign) and follow her on social media:

Satana Deberry serves as the elected District Attorney for Durham County. Prior to her role as District Attorney, Deberry served as a criminal defense attorney in her hometown of Hamlet, North Carolina, General Counsel for the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, and executive director of the nonprofit North Carolina Housing Coalition.

Satana Deberry is a recipient of the North Carolina Justice Center’s 2020 Defender of Justice Award for Litigation, the Duke Law Alumni Association’s 2020 Charles S. Murphy Award for Civic Service, and Attorney General Josh Stein’s Dogwood Award. She received her AB in Sociology from Princeton University, her Juris Doctor from Duke University School of Law and her master’s in Business Administration from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. She is a mother who enjoys spending time with her three adult daughters.

To support Satana Deberry’s campaign for Attorney General, click here: SatanaDeberryForNC.com

And also be sure to follow Satana Deberry’s campaign on Instagram.

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If you enjoyed this conversation with Satana Deberry, you you will love these past interviews I had with other queer women badasses.

I talked to Barbara Arredondo Ayala about pushing boundaries and making an impact on the international stage.

I talked to Bandy Kiki about becoming an LGBT activist after growing up where it’s illegal to be gay.

I talked to Jean Chou about dating women and building professional teams in New York City.

And I talked to Lesbian Journalist, Brooke Sopelsa, about LGBT reporting and her experience as the Editorial Director of NBC Out at NBC News.

Lastly…

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Bárbara Arredondo Ayala shares her history of pushing boundaries and making an impact on the international stage.

Meet my dear friend, Bárbara Arredondo Ayala…

Who is the first lesbian friend you text when you meet someone new or match on an app or get back from a date?

Throughout the years I was single, between breaking up with my ex and meeting my fiancé, that person for me was Bárbara Arredondo Ayala.

But in addition to being an amazing friend, Bárbara is also an incredible badass and a cultural leader in Latin America, and everyone in the queer community can be proud that she’s one of our own.

And in this episode of Women Wanting Women I talk to Bárbara all about her story of how she’s been pushing boundaries and making an impact on the international stage ever since she was in her early 20’s.

During the interview Bárbara Arredondo Ayala shares:

* How she got invited to Davos and became a change-maker on the national and international stage in her 20’s…

* How to use other people’s stories for personal and societal transformation…

* What we can do as human beings when we have the right words…

* Things to keep in mind when you’re hitting on other women…

* Advice for managing your own energy when you feel insecure…

* Tips for how to connect with high-level people and recruit their support for your projects… AND

* How an experiment she started with 4 friends turned into one of the top 10 Spanish-language podcasts in the world…

Don’t miss the episode!

Find out more about Bárbara Arredondo Ayala and follow her on social media…

Activist, producer and entrepreneur Bárbara Arredondo Ayala has more than fifteen years of experience advancing the rights of women and children and engaging in peace-building efforts.

Bárbara is the co-founder of projects that seek to promote the economic power, media representation, and leadership of girls and women, including Decididas (a content and events platform that highlights the stories of female decision-makers and role models in Latin America), Anonima Media (a production company that seeks to create, develop, and promote stories created and starring women from Latin America and Spain with the actress, producer, and activist Eréndira Ibarra and the screenwriter and producer Natasha Ybarra-Klor) and Lidh, a financial services and financial education platform tailored to the financial needs of women in Mexico.

Barbara is also the co-founder of the Estas Morras podcast.

In 2015 Bárbara was invited by the United States Department of State to participate in the first generation of the International Visitor Leadership Program: Women, Peace and Security.

Bárbara started her career as a journalist at Reporte Indigo. She studied international relations at ITESM Campus Monterrey.

Follow Bárbara Arredondo Ayala on Instagram and check out her her website.

Follow Decididas on Instagram.

Follow Anonima Media on Instagram.

Follow Estas Morras on Instagram.

Want to hear more great conversations?

If you enjoyed this conversation with Bárbara Arredondo Ayala, you you will love these past interviews I had with other queer women creators.

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Jordana Michelle shares the story about the time she hit rock-bottom in lesbian dating and what she did to bounce back.

Hitting rock-bottom in dating…

Have you ever hit rock-bottom?

The good thing about hitting rock-bottom is that, even though you feel wretched, life always gets better from there. (Because that’s the definition of “rock bottom”).

And in this episode of Women Wanting Women I talk about the absolute low-point in my dating life and the important lesson I learned that allowed me to turn it around powerfully for myself.

During the episode I share:

* The story of getting rejected during my worst dry spell…

* The reason my mentor called me out for a mistake I didn’t know I was making…

* The lifechanging advice that transformed the way I approached dating and the way women responded to me… AND

* The practical steps anyone can take right now to make the same changes I did, even if you’re currently at rock-bottom…

Don’t miss this episode.

Want to hear more great stories?

If so, then check out this archived solo episode where I tell the story about the first time I ignored a red flag in a lesbian relationship.

And this one where I talk about the most embarrassing thing I ever did in the lesbian scene.

If so, message me here and tell me what questions you’d want me to answer and what topics you’d want me to cover in future solo episodes.

Want more lesbian dating and relationship advice? 

If so, you should listen to these interviews I did with other queer female relationship experts.

I talked to Lauren Costine about what makes lesbian intimacy different from other relationships.

I talked to Dr. Lynda Spann about what she learned as a lesbian marriage and family counselor.

I talked to Ali Hendry about jealousy, envy and insecurity in lesbian dating.

I talked to Samantha Fox about women who are curious, questioning and coming out.

 

And I talked to Dr. Frankie Bashani about finding love as a lesbian.

 

Lastly…

If you love this show and want to spread the word (so I can bring you better guests and more episodes) then please leave a review on apple podcasts. And while you’re there, subscribe and share it with a friend and let them know that hot lesbians are everywhere.

 

Jenn Lederer teaches how to story-tell your life/career using a comedian’s formula.

[Heads up: during this interview with Jenn Lederer there will be mentions of sexual violence.]

Meet queer comedian and keynote speakerJenn Lederer…

Have you ever wanted to be better at engaging with new people when you meet them for the first time?

What if you could talk about yourself in a way that lights people up and makes them care about what you’re saying?

Well in this episode of Women Wanting Women I talk about all this and more with Jenn Lederer, a queer comedian and keynote speaker based in New York City.

During the interview Jenn Lederer shares:

* How to create powerful talking points for when someone asks you questions, so you communicate about yourself more effectively, create more connection and recruit any help you need in reaching your goals…

* The three things you can talk about that will light you and others up in conversation…

* Why speaking too quickly can diminish your personal power…

* Advice for staying motivated in the face of rejection…

* The secret fear that drives our people-pleasing tendencies… AND

* The surprising way you might be manipulating people without realizing it…

 

Don’t miss the episode!

 

Also be sure to also check out Jenn Lederer’s book recommendation: The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron.

Learn more about Jenn Lederer and follow her on social media…

Jenn Lederer is a NYC based award-winning comedian and keynote speaker. Her work has been featured by SiriusXM, Forbes.com, The Huffington Post, Inspiring Lives Magazine, on stages at YALE, Twitter and Google Headquarters in NYC and comedy clubs throughout New York City and Europe. Performing all over the country, internationally and virtually, Jenn emcees and leads workshops and keynotes helping audiences learn how to answer the one question everyone hates (but can’t avoid) “What do you do?” with the “comedian’s formula” for educating, connecting and entertaining your audience.

Follow Jenn Lederer on Instagram

Check out Jenn Lederer’s website.

Want to hear more great conversations?

If you enjoyed this conversation with Jenn Lederer, you you will love these past interviews I had with other queer women creators.

 

I talked to Teresa Boyd about how to turn fear into inspiration.

I talked to Beccca Lenox about coming out queer and sober on the comedy stage.

I talked to Jenny Greenstein about how to dress as a lesbian and find your style from the inside out.

And I talked to Lesbian Journalist, Brooke Sopelsa, about LGBT reporting and her experience as the Editorial Director of NBC Out at NBC News.

Lastly…

If you love this show and want to spread the word (so I can bring you better guests and more episodes) then please leave a review on apple podcasts. And while you’re there, subscribe and share it with a friend and let them know that hot lesbians are everywhere.

 

 

 

 

Lesbian journalist, Brooke Sopelsa, shares personal stories, professional tips and insights from LGBT reporting.

A conversation with lesbian journalist, Brooke Sopelsa…

Brooke Sopelsa is the editorial director of NBC Out, the LGBT section for nbcnews.com, where they cover the queer community, creating stories about and of interest to the LGBT community.

Our lesbian chat…

During this episode of Women Wanting Women, Brooke Sopelsa shares:

* How she found her first lesbian girlfriend (even though she was inexperienced and had no game back then)…

* How she built up her lesbian friend group…

* How she met her wife and courted her for six months before things got romantic…

* A shocking fact about lesbian bars in the 1970’s and 80’s…

* Insights about new expansive queer spaces opening up around the country (even in unexpected places)…

* Advice for women to communicate more powerfully in professional settings… AND

* The Catch22 all women face when negotiating for themselves at work.

 

Don’t miss the episode!

 

Also be sure to also check out Brooke Sopelsa’s book recommendation: Odd Girls and Twilight Lovers by Lillian Faderman.

Learn more about Brooke Sopelsa and follow her on social media…

Brooke Sopelsa is the editorial director of NBC Out, the LGBTQ digital destination launched by NBC News in June 2016.

Brooke has also spearheaded a number of franchises and special projects, including the annual #Pride30 list and the digital docu-series “Stonewall 50: The Revolution.” Since 2016, Brooke and NBC Out have been recognized with numerous awards, including a GLAAD Media Award, NLGJA Excellence in Journalism Award, Digital Diversity Network Impact Award and Out & Equal Champion Award.

Brooke was formerly a producer at the Huffington Post, where she developed and produced live news and lifestyle segments and was awarded a 2015 RTDNA Kaleidoscope Award for her LGBTQ coverage.

She also co-produced, shot and edited the documentary “Queer Streets,” a film about LGBTQ homeless youth, which aired on MTV’s LOGO channel.

Brooke holds a B.A. in Economics from Bucknell University, M.A. in Journalism from Columbia University and M.B.A. from New York University’s Stern School of Business.

Follow Brooke Sopelsa on Instagram

Follow Brooke Sopelsa on X (Twitter) @brookesopelsa

Find Brooke Sopelsa’s work on nbcout.com.

Want to hear more great conversations?

If you enjoyed this conversation with Brooke Sopelsa, you you will love these past interviews I had with other queer women creators.

 

I talked to Teresa Boyd about how to turn fear into inspiration.

I talked to Beccca Lenox about coming out queer and sober on the comedy stage.

I talked to Jenny Greenstein about how to dress as a lesbian and find your style from the inside out.

And I talked to Stevie Boebi about the journey to becoming a lesbian influencer.

Lastly…

If you love this show and want to spread the word (so I can bring you better guests and more episodes) then please leave a review on apple podcasts.

Jordana Michelle tells the story of the most socially awkward and embarrassing thing she ever did at a lesbian event.

There’s nothing worse than doing something socially embarrassing.

In my case, the most embarrassing thing I ever did happened at a lesbian event in around 2012.

And in this episode of Women Wanting Women I share the story of what I did and why it was so embarrassing.

During the episode I share:

* A story so embarrassing that I ran away screaming when it happened…

* Some personal details about my friendship with my ex…

* The main reasons why my partner isn’t jealous of my ex, and why I’m not jealous of the ex she’s still close to…

* The way my partner’s ex helped our relationship get started… AND

* My advice for women who start dating someone who is still close with an ex…

And if you want to check out the YouTube videos I made on this topic, this one talks about how exes can sometimes feel like family and this one that talks about red flags to look out for if your partner has a toxic relationship with an ex.

Do you like this podcast format, with me talking solo?

If so, message me here and tell me what questions you’d want me to answer and what topics you’d want me to cover in future solo episodes.

And check out these archived solo episodes where I share stories and answer some audience questions.

Want more lesbian dating and relationship advice? 

If so, you should listen to these interviews I did with other queer female relationship experts.

I talked to Lauren Costine about what makes lesbian intimacy different from other relationships.

I talked to Dr. Lynda Spann about what she learned as a lesbian marriage and family counselor.

I talked to Ali Hendry about jealousy, envy and insecurity in lesbian dating.

I talked to Samantha Fox about women who are curious, questioning and coming out.

 

And I talked to Dr. Frankie Bashani about finding love as a lesbian.

 

Lastly…

If you love this show and want to spread the word (so I can bring you better guests and more episodes) then please leave a review on apple podcasts. And while you’re there, subscribe and share it with a friend and let them know that hot lesbians are everywhere.

 

Attorney and entrepreneur, Jean Chou, shares her perspectives on dating women and building professional teams in New York City.

Jean Chou and I met when we were both newly out of law school and newly out of the closet.

I’ve wanted to interview her for a while, so we finally got together so I could pick her brain about her perspectives on lesbian dating and relationships as well as the patterns she had to break and the lessons she had to learn in order to grow her successful law practice and navigate her professional and personal relationships.

 

 

A lesbian chat…

During the episode Jean Chou and I discuss:

* Coming out to immigrant parents as a first-generation American, from a conservative family…

* How platonic friendships with women change after coming out…

* Why straight women flirt with lesbians…

* Advice for ending a marriage on good terms…

* Tips for navigating a big city lesbian dating scene…

* The difference between managing female employees versus male employees when you’re a girl boss… AND

* The different ways you have to give critical feedback to female versus male employees…

Learn more about Jean Chou and follow her on social media…

Jean Chou is the Principal of JLC & Associates, a New York City law firm specializing in residential and commercial real estate transactions with an organizational focus on inclusivity and community impact. Jean is also active within the LGBTQ+ community, serving as pro bono counsel to GLAAD and The City Bar Justice Center’s Homeowner Stability Project and as a volunteer career advisor with New Women New Yorkers.

 

Check out Jean Chou’s law firm website.




Follow Jean Chou on Instagram here.

Want to hear more great interviews with badass lesbian entrepreneurs?

If you enjoyed this conversation with Jean Chou, you should check out my prior episodes featuring other queer women who are doing amazing things in the world.

 

 

I talked to Tinia Pinaabout sustainability and entrepreneurship.

I talked to Teresa Boyd about how to turn fear into inspiration.

I talked to Jenny Greenstein about how to dress as a lesbian and find your style from the inside out.

I talked to Cassandra Vnook about her wild lesbian adventures.




I talked to Robyn Exton about founding the HER dating app for queer women.

I talked to Stevie Boebi about the journey to becoming a lesbian influencer.

And I talked to Rizala Carrington about building queer community online.

Lastly…

If you love this show and want to spread the word (so I can bring you better guests and more episodes) then please leave a review on apple podcasts. And while you’re there, subscribe and share it with a friend and let them know that hot lesbians are everywhere.

 

 

Jordana Michelle tells the story of the first time she ignored a red flag in a lesbian relationship and explains what happened.

Have you ever ignored a red flag?

I have, and in this episode of Women Wanting Women, I share the story of how my first lesbian relationship started, and how I first saw a red flag and ignored it.

Annie Lalla once shared with me the idea that intuition is your future self, reaching back, whispering in your ear, and telling you what to do. What if that’s true? Are you going to ignore your future self?

I’ve now ignored enough red flags in my life that I know that the consequences are never worth the risk.

During this solo episode I talk about:

* What happened when I ignored a major red flag in my first lesbian relationship…

* The two main reasons why I ignored the red flag when I saw it…

* The two different YouTube videos I made about red flags…

* What a few sh*t-posters said in the comments on one of my videos… AND

* What I’ve learned about red flags in lesbian relationships from the clients I’ve coached…

 

And if you want to check out the YouTube videos I made about red flags: this one explains why we ignore red flags in lesbian dating, and this one breaks down the 5 biggest red flags of lesbian dating.

Do you like this podcast format, with me talking solo?

If so, message me here and tell me what questions you’d want me to answer and what topics you’d want me to cover in future solo episodes.

And check out this archived solo episode where I answer some audience questions.

Want more lesbian dating and relationship advice?

If so, you should listen to these interviews I did with other queer female relationship experts.

I talked to Lauren Costine about what makes lesbian intimacy different from other relationships.

I talked to Dr. Lynda Spann about what she learned as a lesbian marriage and family counselor.

I talked to Ali Hendry about jealousy, envy and insecurity in lesbian dating.

I talked to Robyn Exton about the HER dating app for queer women.

And I talked to Dr. Frankie Bashan about finding love as a lesbian.

 

Lastly…

If you love this show and want to spread the word (so I can bring you better guests and more episodes) then please leave a review on apple podcasts. And while you’re there, subscribe and share it with a friend and let them know that hot lesbians are everywhere.

 

Meet Rizala Carrington: a behind-the-scenes lesbian social media connector.

Rizala Carrington has been working for the community for over 10 years, making it easier for women to connect with each other.

Rizala Carrington is the creator of Lesbian Pride a Facebook group with more than 885,000 members along with an Instagram that has 138,000 active followers as of the date of this podcast episode.

A lesbian chat…

In this episode Rizala Carrington shares:

* The background story of how she amassed over a million lesbian followers across her various social media groups and accounts…

* Tips for navigating overseas long-distance relationships…

* Surprising advice women give each other online about overcoming loneliness…

* Ideas she learned from being a sales executive that can help everyone be more successful… AND

* How to ask for what you want, even when you’re afraid to say it…

Make sure you tune in and listen all the way through!

Learn more about Rizala Carrington and follow her on social media…

Rizala Carrington is a full-stack executive growth marketer helping companies grow their business.

She has supported companies and founders, providing high-level strategies, spanning across multiple industries including tech, consumer packaged goods, fitness, mental health, retail, fashion, and real estate. She currently resides in California with her wife and dog.

Check out @lezz.pride on Facebook.

Check out @lezz.pride on Instagram.

You can learn more about Rizala Carrington’s business here.

Connect with Rizala Carrington on LinkedIn.

Want to hear more great interviews with queer female creators and entrepreneurs?

If you liked this conversation with Rizala Carrington, you should check out my prior episodes featuring other queer females who are doing amazing things in the world.

I talked to Liz Culley about making lesbian friends, being bisexual in queer spaces, and feeling left out of the queer community.

I talked to Jenny Greenstein about finding your personal style as a lesbian, from the inside out.

I talked to Lauren Costine about what makes lesbian intimacy different from other relationships.

I talked to Stevie Boebi about the journey to becoming a lesbian influencer.

I talked to Khanyisa Mnyaka about how to become more of who you want to be.

I talked to Jenn T. Grace about marketing to the lesbian community.

I talked to Robyn Exton about her journey starting the HER dating app for queer women.

Lastly…

If you love this show and want to spread the word (so I can bring you better guests and more episodes) then please leave a review on apple podcasts. And while you’re there, subscribe and share it with a friend and let them know that ho...

Meet my friend Becca Lenox, a brilliant, bisexual former lawyer, now trying to make it as a stand-up comedian in NYC and beyond.

I met Becca Lenox when we were both starting to practice law. We first connected through some acquaintances at a queer law school event, we got to know each other from spending time together in court, and we’ve stayed friends over the years thereafter.

She is wise, bold and badass, and I have wanted to interview her on this podcast for a long time.

During this episode of Women Wanting Women Becca Lenox shares:

* A formula for what makes comedy funny…

* A surprising truth about the things in your life you’re embarrassed and ashamed about…

* A powerful tool for facing who you are and living without fear…

* The two most important pillars for having patience… AND

* Some thoughts on dating life as a bisexual woman in NYC…

Make sure you tune in and listen all the way through!

Learn more about Becca Lenox and follow her on social media.

Becca Lenox, who has been called “a rising star in the New York comedy scene,” makes audiences laugh with her unique blend of personal storytelling and observational humor. Her comedy examines the twists and turns of her life, including her journey to sobriety and her experiences with love and relationships as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. Becca’s humor is relatable, honest, and always delivered with a wink and a smile.

Follow Becca Lenox on Instagram @becca.lenox.

This is a link to some of Becca Lenox’s current projects.

Want to hear more great interviews?

If you enjoyed this conversation with Becca Lenox you will love these past interviews I had with other queer women creators.

I talked to Liz Culley about making lesbian friends, being bisexual in queer spaces, and feeling left out of the queer community.

I talked to Jenny Greenstein about finding your personal style as a lesbian, from the inside out.

I talked to Lauren Costine about what makes lesbian intimacy different from other relationships.

And I talked to Teresa Boyd about turning fear into inspiration.

Lastly…

If you love this show and want to spread the word (so I can bring you better guests and more episodes) then please leave a review on apple podcasts. And while you’re there, subscribe and share it with a friend and let them know that hot lesbians are everywhere.