After 10 years of serial monogamy, comedian Ashley Gavin, trades in her u-haul for a life of sleeping around and documents every gritty detail of her queer experiments in this podcast. Always in fear of being cancelled, Ashley is aided by her queerest friends, Kate Sisk, known as the "Cancel Coach", and the "Youth in the Soundbooth" Gara Lonning, equipped with a gen-z themed soundboard, to call Ashley out on her BS. Together they interview people from all over the gender and sexuality spectr ...
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CHOSEN FAMILY is a weekly podcast with 3 queer internet stars on the rise: Alayna Joy, Ashley Gavin, and Mak Ingemi. With their unique perspectives they mimic a typical heteronormative family. Each week they bring a topic to the "dinner table", give each other advice and answer listener questions about queer life, dating, sex, etc. For advertising opportunities please email [email protected] We want to make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2E ...
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Breaking down the Gen Z stare, Ashley’s master plan for Fulton’s organs, and the great seat reclining debate. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww.…
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Freddie Shanel Gives The Long-Time Virgin Perspective | WHGS Ep. 301
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1:12:13This episode is taking its time, listener! Freddie Shanel (they/them) is an absolutely hilarious up-and-coming comedian whose work you’ve seen on your TikTok feed or Reductress, but today they’re in the apartment to work on shedding their long-time gay virginity! We discuss being a late bloomer in queer sex, how awkward your first time can be, the …
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Mak’s close encounter with a famous popstar, a curly hair debate, and questionable financial choices. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww. FOLLOW ASHLEY…
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Planning My Marriage to My GF w/ Ali Kolbert | WHGS Ep. 300 SPECTACULAR
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1:07:24This episode is a MILESTONE, listener! To celebrate the 300th episode of WHGS, we are joined by beloved co-host and dear friend Ali Kolbert to bring things full circle: this podcast started alongside Ashley’s relationship with Jen, so it’s only right that we have another life milestone alongside an episode milestone! We strategize how Ashley should…
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Mak, Alayna, and Ashley discuss their current hobbies, favorite movies, Sabrina Carpenter, and Julio's mysterious disappearance...? FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygF…
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Chloe Moriondo: Making Music for ENBYs & The Sims | WHGS Ep. 299
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1:09:58This episode is in Simlish, listener! Chloe Moriondo is an incredible singer-songwriter with over 1M monthly listeners, collabs with queer legends, and even music in THE SIMS, but today she’s in the apartment to play her music in your boomBOX (if you catch my drift). In addition, Kylie Vincent is joining us on a quick trip back from LA! We discuss …
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Ashley’s sunflower eyes, Mak’s acupuncture, Alayna’s EMDR training, and preparation for the most controversial Patreon incentive ever created. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCX…
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Gabe Dunn Spills Tea on YouTube’s Most ICONIC Sapphic Hookup | WHGS Ep. 298
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1:09:45This episode is queer history, listener! Gabe Dunn is an iconic writer, podcaster, and filmmaker that has pioneered queer content since the days of Buzzfeed Video, but today he’s in the apartment to break down the most iconic lesbian hookup in internet history! We discuss Gabe’s fabled hookup with Stevie Boebi and Anna Akana many years ago, activis…
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Ashley, Alayna, and Mak discuss 6 7, acupuncture, Mak’s thirst-trapping days, Katseye, and the most difficult “would you rather”. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww. FOL…
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Dan Docimo Overcomes Getting Misgendered Through Hate | WHGS Ep. 297
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1:07:49This episode is non-binary, listener! Dan Docimo (they/them) is an incredible up-and-coming comedian that opens for some of the biggest comedy acts in the world, but today they’re in the apartment to open some LEGS! We discuss being non-binary in a very straight field, staying sane in a gendered world, dating not going well, and not putting in much…
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Ashley, Mak, and Alayna break down Taylor Swift’s new album, invent a new word, and work through a listener’s attachment style woes. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww. FOLLOW…
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Claire Sundbye Gets Tortured By Conversion Therapy (Internally) | WHGS Ep. 296
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1:08:42This episode is ALARMING, listener! Claire Sundbye is a queer stand-up comedian and writer that opens for Ashley all across the Midwest, but today she’s in the apartment to open up Pandora’s Box — because she’s suddenly BANGING MEN?!?! We discuss sleeping with men and enjoying it after living as a lesbian for your whole life, why this may have happ…
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In a special edition of the podcast, "cousins" Mak and Mattea cover breakups, bras, and teenage crushes. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww. FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: h…
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The Truth About Trans Athletes In Sports w/ Harrison Browne | WHGS Ep. 295
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1:04:40This episode is deeply informative, listener! Harrison Browne is a transgender actor, filmmaker, and former professional hockey player in the National Women’s Hockey League, but today he’s in the apartment to silence the moral panic around trans athletes in sports ONCE AND FOR ALL! We discuss coming out as trans in a professional sports league, tes…
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The chaotic episodes have returned, with Mak dressing up for Halloween, Alayna describing her research, and a question from a listener about attraction to a friend. The podcast then derails into an extensive discussion of a particular body part. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod. Instagram: https://www.instagr…
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Gianmarco Soresi Prefers to Flirt With Men Over His GF | WHGS Ep. 294
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1:07:07This episode is DEEP and PHILOSOPHICAL, listener! Gianmarco Soresi is a wholly unique stand-up comedian, podcaster, and writer with a new special, “Thief of Joy” out RIGHT NOW, but today he’s in the apartment to out HIMSELF! We discuss visiting Fire Island with your girlfriend in order to flirt with men, straight vs. gay sexual dynamics, Taylor Swi…
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The boys give updates on all things high-value male: football, cologne, date ideas, and lesbianism. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@…
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Leandra Earl (The Beaches) Might Be Bangin’ Her Bandmates | WHGS Ep. 293
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1:06:08This episode is rock n’ roll CHAOS, listener! Leandra Earl is the stunning guitarist for The Beaches, one of the hottest rock bands working, but today she’s in the apartment to become the band’s LOVER?! We discuss fighting band-mate relationship allegations, coming out later in life, masc fashion tips, threesomes with friends, and much much more. Y…
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Mak recaps her experiences in therapy. Alay... Mak recaps her experiences in therapy. Alayna advises on how soon you're allowed to fire your therapist. Ashley updates us on Fulton’s health. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chan…
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Lauren Chan: The 1st Lesbian on Sports Illustrated & The Last Findomme | WHGS Ep. 292
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1:01:48This episode is RAUNCHY, listener! Lauren Chan is an iconic model, writer, entrepreneur, and the first ever lesbian to be on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition, but today she’s in the apartment to show off what’s *underneath*, listener! We discuss compulsive heterosexuality, blowing up your marriage to be lesbian, couch sex, and findo…
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Mak, Alayna, and Ashley discuss the most light-hearted topics: pet death, plane crashes, and regret. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tikt…
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Gabby Bryan: You WILL Meet Queer Babes At The Renaissance Fair | WHGS Ep. 291
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1:02:53This episode is NERDY, listener! Gabby Bryan is a hilarious stand-up comedian, podcaster, actor, and Emmy-award winning producer, but today she’s cosplaying as a magical fairy wanting to dance in your forest! We discuss the Renaissance Fair and being an undercover weirdo, assuming a masculine role in lesbian relationships, the toxicity that can eme…
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Alayna adjusts to wifey status, Mak poses an evil question, and Ashley admits to a secret fantasy. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www…
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Stevie Boebi: Polyamory, EDS, and Scissor Collections | WHGS Ep. 290
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1:03:36This episode is deeply informative, listener! Stevie Boebi is an iconic queer sex educator, content creator, and OG lesbian YouTuber that has pioneered internet queer content, but today she’s phoning into the apartment to pioneer new ways to GET US OFF! We discuss polyamory, censorship of queer content, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), unpacking sexua…
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Mak revisits the perils of her extensive dating history, Alayna falls down the stairs, and Ashley relives the kiss that changed her life. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHL…
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Gay Marriage at Risk, Abortions are Rough, and Other Uplifting Topics w/ Liz Miele | WHGS Ep. 289
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1:05:54This episode is HILARIOUS and DARK, listener! Liz Miele (NPR, Comedy Central, Hulu) is an incredible stand up comedian with a new special, SPACE CAMP, out RIGHT NOW, but today she’s in the apartment to come out HERSELF! Not really, actually, we just discuss many heavy things. Also, amazing co-host Kylie is back in the building once again from a sab…
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This week, the fam discuss their favorite childhood book series, the science of muscle growth and stretching, and whether they would listen to their ex's podcast. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHts…
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Emma Willmann: Catching Straights Trying to Cheat With Her GF | WHGS Ep. 288
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1:03:49Kylie’s old IG account got cancelled, so get her new account to 10K: https://www.instagram.com/kylievincenthasrisen/. This episode is JEALOUS and HILARIOUS, listener! Fan-favorite Emma Willmann is a side-splitting stand up comedian and actor that’s RETURNING to the podcast once again to get down and dirty, but this time she’s airing out some straig…
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Ashley reports in from Minneapolis as Mak preps for a fun week of metal detecting with Mattea. The Boys also discuss what sport they would choose to instantly master. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3y…
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How to Start Dating Your Best Friend w/ Kimia Behpoornia (Dropout, Abbott Elementary) | WHGS Ep. 287
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1:08:23This episode answers an age-old queer question, listener! Kimia Behpoornia is a comedian, actor, and improv MASTER that has been cracking you up on hit shows like Dropout and Abbott Elementary, but today she’s in the apartment to take a crack at the classic sapphic conundrum: what do you do when your in love with your BFF?! We discuss courting, dat…
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Ashley tries desperately to justify the validity of her newest hobby. Mak discusses her dislike of talking. Everyone weighs in on their favorite breakfasts. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLL…
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Mayday, Mayday — Ali Kolbert Has Gone Straight | WHGS Ep. 286
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1:09:00This episode is in a bold new era, listener! Hilarious stand-up comedian and fan-favorite Ali Kolbert RETURNS to the apartment for a duo episode, but this is the only girl-on-girl action she’s gettin’ because she is in her “straight girl” era! We discuss embracing the benefits that come with being newly single, strapping for the first time, explori…
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Mak threatens to quit, Ashley reveals her latest 3D-printed creation, and Alayna helps unpack the nuances behind the woman who went viral for falling in love with her psychiatrist. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p…
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G Flip Gets a New Marriage Every Year | WHGS Ep. 285
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1:05:41This episode is a BIG ONE, listener! G Flip is an award-winning singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and one of your favorite working queer musicians, but today they’re in the apartment to become one of your favorite LOVERS! We discuss having yearly weddings with your life partner, getting started in music, writing songs from a queer perspect…
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