Your Southern Lesbian is a podcast hosted by Ashley Hydrick, a Gen-X lesbian storyteller from the American South currently broadcasting from London.
With humor, heart, and honesty, Ashley explores lesbian dating, queer community, and the realities of midlife love — from navigating relationships and finding confidence again to celebrating the culture, history, and everyday stories that connect us.
Whether you’re single, partnered, or just curious about the lives of queer women, this show offers laughter, reflection, and real talk about what it means to thrive as a lesbian today. Also available on YouTube!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Your Southern Lesbian is a podcast hosted by Ashley Hydrick, a Gen-X lesbian storyteller from the American South currently broadcasting from London.
With humor, heart, and honesty, Ashley explores lesbian dating, queer community, and the realities of midlife love — from navigating relationships and finding confidence again to celebrating the culture, history, and everyday stories that connect us.
Whether you’re single, partnered, or just curious about the lives of queer women, this show offers laughter, reflection, and real talk about what it means to thrive as a lesbian today. Also available on YouTube!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of Your Southern Lesbian, Ashley Hydrick dives back into the exciting world of lesbian dating and how to meet women in all kinds of places. Picking up from last week, Ashley gives you 10 more ways to find love (or at least a fun date)! From LGBTQ cruises to book clubs, drag theater, pottery classes, and even spiritual communities, there's something here for everyone. Of course there's a bit of her signature humor, chat of her "woo woo witchy" side, and encourages you to get brave, be curious, and dive into new experiences. Whether you're looking to expand your social circle or find that special someone to snuggle with this fall, you're covered!
Get ready to take notes and manifest your perfect meet-cute moment! Don’t miss this hilarious and heartfelt episode that’s packed with practical tips, a touch of spirituality, and a whole lot of love for the LGBTQ community.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome back and recap of last week
02:30 – Tip #11: LGBTQ cruises (Olivia Cruises, anyone?)
https://www.olivia.com
06:15 – Tip #12: Attending drag shows and LGBTQ theater
https://www.outfest.org/
11:00 – Tip #13: Crafting classes for hands-on connections
13:50 – Tip #14: Lesbian book clubs – real or virtual
https://www.gaystheword.co.uk/
18:40 – Tip #15: Finding LGBTQ-friendly spiritual communities
https://agapelive.com/
A google search of "gay-friendly church or spiritual center" pulls up so many options!
23:10 – Tip #16: Hiking and outdoor adventures with MeetUp
27:45 – Tip #17: LGBTQ film festivals and screenings
https://www.outfest.org/
33:00 – Tip #18: Lesbian sporting events – soccer, softball, and basketball
38:40 – Tip #19: Embracing social media (Lesbian TikTok, anyone?)
44:10 – Closing thoughts and encouragement
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