The Other What
THE OTHER WHAT brings together two Atlanta-based queer women of color who are navigating the intersection of mid-life experience, divorce, lesbian identity, building community, and living as multiple “others” in the heteronormative world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Kicking Off Season 2: From the Closet and Beyond
In the premiere episode of season two, hosts Sharon and Désirée reflect on their experiences since season one, including significant life transitions such as new jobs and relationships, as well as divorce. They share humorous anecdotes and deep conversations about Valentine's Day, reconnecting with old friends, and embarking on a travel adventure to Savannah for St. Patrick's Day....
Sharon and Désirée, two queer women of color living in Atlanta, Georgia, introduce their podcast, “The Other What.” They started the Other What podcast to share their stories and explore race, queerness, and growing up in the South. They discuss their friendship and how they bonded over their experiences growing up.Find us on our website at https://theotherwhat.com/, and follow us on social media:
Sharon and Désirée reminisce about where they hung out in the 2000s: lesbian bars, gay bars, lesbian parties/pop ups.
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In this episode, Désirée and Sharon discuss their dating lives by decade - from partying in their 20s to all-inclusive vacations in their 40s.
Sharon and Désirée, two queer women of color living in Atlanta, Georgia, introduce their podcast, “The Other What.” They started the Other What podcast to share their stories and explore race, queerness, and grow...
Désirée and Sharon reminisce on Atlanta 90's nightlife. They review the "Empire Strips Back" cabaret show wrapping up it's Atlanta run and talk about the Atlanta strip club culture, lesbians and race.
Mentioned in this Episode
- Empire Strips Back: https://theempirestripsback.com/atlanta/
- The Clermont Lounge: https://www.clermontlounge.net/
- Blondie (of Clermont Lounge Fame): https://www.instagram.com/blondieclerm...
In this episode, "What's Your Flavor?," Sharon and Désirée discuss why they date the people they date -- touching on race, their different upbringings and their personal values. They dive in to how their values have shifted over time.
Sharon and Désirée, two queer women of color living in Atlanta, Georgia, introduce their podcast, “The Other What.” They started the Other What podcast to share their stories and explore...
From Furniture Building to Family Love: Exploring Parental Influences
In this heartfelt episode, hosts Sharon and Désirée dive deep into the ways their parents have influenced their perceptions of love and relationships. They share personal anecdotes, from Sharon's father's humorous grocery store encounter to Désirée's parents' affectionate marriage. The conversation touches on the contrasts between Eastern and Western concepts ...
Coming Out Stories: Realizations, Firsts, and Family Reactions
In this heartfelt episode of The Other What, Sharon and Désirée delve into the pivotal moments of their lives when they realized they were gay, recount their first queer experiences, and share the emotional journeys of coming out to their parents. Sharon recounts her high school days, navigating confusing crushes and the eventual realization of her sexuality, while D...
Family Dynamics and Growing Up Queer in the South
Join hosts Sharon and Désirée as they dive into the complexities of family dynamics and growing up queer in the South. In this episode, they share personal stories about their upbringing, exploring how their families viewed queerness through the lens of religion and cultural backgrounds. Désirée opens up about her childhood in Savannah, Georgia, while Sharon discusses her experie...
Diving into Lesbian Labels: Exploring Identity
In this engaging episode of The Other What, hosts Sharon and Désirée delve into the intricate world of lesbian labels. With a plethora of new terms emerging since they first came out, the duo embarks on a journey to understand and discuss the 27 types of lesbians listed on OnceUponAJrny.com. From "stud" to "chapstick lesbian," they explore how these labels resonate with their person...
Welcome to The Other What Podcast: Episode 1
In this inaugural episode, hosts Sharon and Désirée, two queer women of color from Atlanta, Georgia, introduce themselves and share their unique stories. They delve into their experiences growing up in the South, navigating race, queerness, and community. From hilarious anecdotes about mistaken identities to heartfelt reflections on their friendship, this episode sets the stage for a ...
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