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Lesbian Chronicles: Coming Out Later in Life

Lesbian Chronicles
Coming Out
Relationships
Mental Health
Parenting
Lesbian Relationships
Dating
Coming Out Later In Life
Divorce
LGBTQ+ Community
Self-Discovery
Personal Growth
Dating Apps
Therapy
Sexual Identity
Lesbian Chronicles
Lesbian Identity
Marriage
Self-Acceptance
Friendship
Family Dynamics

Lesbian Chronicles is a podcast for people who’ve realized their true sexual identity later in life. Alli and Melisa share their own experiences of leaving their heterosexual marriages to be their true selves in an effort to help others find their own way and feel a little less alone in the process.Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-l... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes358Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Kiki Joy joins us to share about life living in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Minnesota and being on her own since the age of 17. She talks about her journey to coming out later in life and how the pandemic forced her to face her own sexuality. Kiki also s... more

Alli and Melisa explore the emotional ups and downs of relationships, both romantic and platonic that have taught us some lessons along the way. And accepting the fact that not everyone is going to like you or invite you to everything.

Become a sup... more

Dr. Lorri Sulpizio joins us to talk how modern “therapy speak” can sometimes make people second-guess themselves. What's the difference between true intuition and overthinking? Also, how do we hold space for our partner's anxious feelings and communi... more

Singer-songwriter Abby Nissenbaum joins the show to share her story of growing up in a Jewish-Catholic household, being outed as a teenager by a neighborhood mom and what life is like today navigating her music career, full-time job and dating in Nas... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Lorri Sulpizio
Therapist/psychologist guest offering guidance on intuition and relationships
Episode: Episode 350: Dr. Lorri on Building Trust in Yourself
Abby Nissenbaum
Musician and LGBTQ advocate discussed as guest for episode, comparing herself to Aubrey Plaza and sharing her music and activism
Musician, LGBTQ advocate
Episode: Episode 349: Meet Abby Nissenbaum
Mallory Hanfling
Clinical psychologist and researcher specializing in Firefly Study
Courage to Grow Counseling
Episode: Episode 346: Dr. Mallory's Firefly Study Results
Sophia Spallino
Lesbian dating coach and matchmaker, founder of Queer Country Club
Queer Country Club
Episode: Episode 343: Sophia Spallino on Lesbian Matchmaking
Emma Clark
Partner of Katie Janness, interview subject referenced in the episode
Katie Janness's partner
Episode: Episode 4: The Murder of Katie Janness and Bowie (Part 4)
Rebecca Kordecki
Breathwork coach; transformation coach
Episode: Episode 342: Rebecca Kordecki on Breath Work
Stef Huertas
Master Police Officer from Southwest Florida who also did detective work
Southwest Florida law enforcement
Episode: Be Gay, Solve Crime: Episode 3: The Murder of Katie Janness and Bowie (Part 3)
Vincent Velazquez
Former Atlanta Police Department homicide detective, host of The Murder Mind
The Murder Mind
Episode: Be Gay, Solve Crime: Episode 2: The Murder of Katie Janness and Bowie (Part 2)
Rachel White
A close friend of the hosts who has supported the podcast and shared her experiences.
Episode: Episode 332: Raw Inventory

Hosts

Alli
Host of Lesbian Chronicles; Coming Out Later in Life; co-host at times; focuses on personal stories and community discourse.
Melissa
Co-host and main presenter; appears across episodes discussing experiences and hosting; partner to Alli.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 744 ratings
  • Beyond refreshing!

    Discovered your podcast about couple of weeks ago. Another reviewer describes it as “refreshing”. I 100% agree.

    Topics covered are super relevant and easy to listen to. Love the authenticity that both of you bring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blu074
    United States19 days ago
  • Thank you for being so real and affirming!

    Such a refreshing and affirming podcast! Thank you so much for your real and honest conversations. Coming out later in life it's such a beautiful and vulnerable path! I feel less alone!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    limmz11
    United States2 months ago
  • Pro life ads?

    I have not loved this podcast, but tried to stick with it through the inane chitchat. The audio is terrible, the ads are very oddly placed, and the constant interrupting to add nothing is irritating. It’s the pro life ads that finally did it though. Are you guys serious with that? Not okay.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Reviewer8233
    United States2 months ago
  • Eye opening.

    For anyone wondering if these if leaving a happy marriage is worth it to chase this lifestyle you can tell these women are very unhappy and re leading very miserable lives. Trying to cover it with a facade of “it’s worth the price of admission”. Save yourself some heartache and regret and learn from the mistakes of these women.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jmscissors
    United States8 months ago
  • Not an inclusive podcast

    This podcast is threatening to the lgbtq community as Alli & Melissa reinforce cis-Hetero, norms through a white capitalistic patriarchal lens. Weekly Alli & Melissa discuss and joke about essentially using ‘ catalysts’, or lesbians who have been out, and then discarding them after their needs weren’t met. This problematic behavior reads toxic straight community, and gives lesbian’s who came out later in life a bad name. Alli & Melissa’s gatekeeping is disheartening, and especially within an alr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    pro pants
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate authentic, supportive discussions and relatable coming-out stories.
Guests and expert insights are seen as a strong hook for useful, real-world guidance.
Audio quality and pacing get mixed feedback but substance and inclusivity are highly valued.

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Episode 350: Dr. Lorri on Building Trust in Yourself
Q: Let's dive in because we know we don't have you too long. What is the first topic you want to explore?
Dr. Lorri discusses trusting intuition in the context of therapy and personal history, highlighting how we often misinterpret what we feel due to cognitive distortions and societal 'therapy speak.'
Episode 346: Dr. Mallory's Firefly Study Results
Q: What exactly is the Firefly Study and why the name Firefly?
The Firefly Study examines why people come out later in life and what helps the process, using Firefly as an inclusive term to capture a broader spectrum of gender and sexuality beyond traditional lesbian labels.
Episode 343: Sophia Spallino on Lesbian Matchmaking
Q: What differentiates private matchmaking from the general dating platform?
She outlines a higher-touch, vetted service with team members conducting interviews, background checks, and tailored introductions, versus the broader platform which focuses on scalable features like AI matching and group coaching.
Episode 342: Rebecca Kordecki on Breath Work
Q: Tell us a little bit about you and what prompted your shift from fitness to breathwork?
Rebecca explains that after decades in fitness, the realization that heart and inner work mattered more than external results led her to explore breathwork as a means to help others access deep emotional layers, ultimately guiding her to study, certify, and teach the practice.
Be Gay, Solve Crime: Episode 2: The Murder of Katie Janness and Bowie (Part 2)
Q: How does DNA work in a case like Katie's when CODIS has no hit yet?
DNA databases exist, but not every offender is swabbed, especially if they were only in county jail or not convicted; thus a hit may not exist yet, so investigators must rely on broader investigative work and potential surreptitious DNA collection if probable cause exists.

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Two Atlanta-based hosts share candid coming-out stories and explore intimacy, aging, and identity in late-life lesbian relationships. Episodes blend personal narratives with expert guests, focusing on intuition, mental health, boundaries, dating, and parenting within long-term partnerships. The format emphasizes relatable storytelling, practical relationship advice, and inclusive community-building, with recurring guests ranging from therapists to matchmakers and advocates. A notable strength is turning sensitive, niche experiences into actionable tips and community resources, making it useful for listeners seeking validation, guidance, or opportunities to engage with queer aging and relationships.

Its distinctive angle is centering late-i... more

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