Best Lauren KITTENS Abedini Podcasts (2024)

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HOW TO FEEL 5% BETTER WHEN THE WORLD IS CRUMBLING | SHE/HER/THEY w/KITTENS 9:04

5M ago9:04

9:04

IDK about you but the world is feeling WAY more insane and heavy than usual. I started this little challenge for myself to find a tiny crumb of joy to cling to each day for at least a 5% boost to keep me from going into full despair mode. Shockingly a lot of other people wanted to join in too so now we have a super easy mental health and self care …

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BARBIE IS A GAY & OFF STRIKE w/ALEXANDRA SHIPP | SHE/HER/THEY w/KITTENS 57:21

6M ago57:21

57:21

My own personal Barbie and long time friend, Alexandra Shipp, joins me this week for a very extra special post SAG/AFTRA strike chat to talk all things Barbie movie, how her character was in love with Margot Robbie (shocking? I think not), working with Greta Gerwig, smashing gender expectations, and taking some important life advice from mountain g…

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QUEER, JEWISH, IRANIAN, & FEMME. KEEPING IT FASHIONABLY TOGETHER with NICOLETTE MASON | SHE/HER/THEY 1:03:53

6M ago1:03:53

1:03:53

This week body positive fashion trailblazer and co-founder of Iranian Diaspora Collective, Nicolette Mason is here! We chat about how we're juggling mental health during a time when it seems like at least one part of your identity is being attacked somewhere at all times, the importance of community healing, and carving out your own lane in a world…

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THE LESBIAN SUPERBOWL, ASTROLOGY SHADE, & GETTING REPRESENTATION RIGHT with HINA | SHE/HER/THEY 1:12:10

7M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

This week HINA joins me for what honestly just feels like any conversation we'd have bantering over lunch. You know them from their witty and hilariously brilliant Tik Tok bits (if you don't literally sprint over to @Hina's profile there immediately). We get into lesbian culture and how it's represented in media, astrology games, how outside percep…

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Lesbian Speed Dating 101 & How to ask a girl out for coffee vs dinner | SHE/HER/THEY w/KITTENS 23:20

8M ago23:20

23:20

COMMUNITY SERVICE ADVICE TIME!Submit your questions to hello@iamkittens.com and I'll give my literal expert level advice during solo episodes every other week. Wanna submit a question for a friend, get a little guidance for your own situation, or just have someone provide an incredible explanation to literally anything? Email meee xoNEW EPISODES ON…

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The Gay Agenda, Making Music vs Acting, & Nonbinary Trailblazing with E.R. FIGHTMASTER | SHE/HER/THEY 1:08:35

8M ago1:08:35

1:08:35

E.R. FIGHTMASTER joins me this week for a god damn DOOZY of an episode. They're intimidatingly cool and good at basically everything. We packed in an absurd amount of topics so buckle up. We get into new music they just dropped (which is FAB), the SAG/WGA strike they're on, the difference between acting & making music, why the WNBA is superior, tra…

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You Don't Know Sh*t. Parasocial Relationships & Grief with KITTENS 14:33

8M ago14:33

14:33

Following people on social media...being a fan...it's a slippery position to be in. You can end up having a one sided relationship with someone who doesn't know you exist..assuming all kinds of things about who they really are as a person or their personal life, leading to let downs or odd behavior. I've been dealing with the loss of a good friend …

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The trans women in sports "issue" DEBUNKED with pro athlete trainer SHELBY BELFAST JONES 51:59

9M ago51:59

51:59

If you have someone like SHELBY BELFAST in your corner consider yourself blessed. She's the strongest (in all ways) woman I'm grateful to call a friend. A strength coach to elite professional athletes, with a fire for equality brighter than her hair...SHELBY joins me to debunk all the reasons people use in attempt to exclude trans women from profes…

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Planning the wrong parts of life & lay off chaos with KITTENS 17:58

9M ago17:58

17:58

Life has been wild lately for me and clearly everyone else in the world. With all the strikes and lay offs happening...it really makes you realize that not everything goes as planned..so why not plan for the things you CAN control and leave the rest up to destiny shall we?NEW EPISODES ON WEDNESDAY'S WITH SPECIAL GUESTS EVERY OTHER WEEK:)Listen to S…

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JOZZY on winning Grammy's for Beyonce, shining as an artist, being gay in music & songs for women 48:43

9M ago48:43

48:43

JOZZY breaks down her journey from being a closeted kid in Memphis to being one of the most celebrated artists/songwriters in music all while creating safe spaces and trailblazing for masc queer women along the way.You know when you know of an artist before they get all popular and feel like you’ve been able to watch them grow and gain so much love…

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CYRUS VEYSSI on Persian and Queer on social media & the art of the clap back 1:04:31

10M ago1:04:31

1:04:31

Everyone’s dream best friend CYRUS VEYSSI joins me to chat about being Persian and Queer on social media, what it’s like having the most supportive Iranian family of all time, and the art of the clap back.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shehertheywithkittens/message…

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Dealing with ADHD & fear of judgment with KITTENS 16:40

10M ago16:40

16:40

Surprise! I have ADHD and it's been rough going this long in life without knowing. Was I sleepy while recording this..absolutely. This episode we'll go over fears of being vulnerable (even with yourself)...people pleasing habits (yikes)...and how learning to be honest with yourself makes it easier to deal with shitty people.NEW EPISODES ON WEDNESDA…

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SARAH SHAHI on THE L WORD, CARMEN & SHANE, SEXLIFE, & CHASING YOUR HAPPY 43:32

10M ago43:32

43:32

SARAH SHAHI sits down with KITTENS to talk about her experience as the iconic Carmen on The L Word, her connection to Persian culture, and how playing Billie on Netflix's hit Sex/Life empowered her to chase her happy.NEW EPISODES ON WEDNESDAY'S WITH SPECIAL GUESTS EVERY OTHER WEEK:)Listen to SHE/HER/THEY with KITTENS on your favorite podcast platfo…

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Is being gay a choice? Life lessons and hacks for happiness with KITTENS 30:06

10M ago30:06

30:06

Has anyone asked you why you are 'choosing' to be gay or "different" or anything that's just part of you because it makes them uncomfortable? Some things within us aren't a choice...but we make the decision to be authentic or not...which can be hard for people to accept. In this episode we'll go over ways you can challenge people to see and accept …

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RHINESTONES & RESILIENCE: How Drag Queen's in Tennessee are staying strong, proud, and bright through chaos 57:47

11M ago57:47

57:47

KITTENS sits down with Nashville Drag Queen's, Vidalia Anne Gentry & Delta Granta to chat about how the attacks on LGBTQ+ rights and 'Drag Bans' have backfired on the bigots and how they've defied conservative societal pressure to become their most sparkly authentic selves.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shehert…

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The power of self forgiveness and how to trust the process with KITTENS 20:04

11M ago20:04

20:04

Life is hard and it's easy to beat yourself up, become impatient, and spiral into negative thoughts. This episode will explore self forgiveness and how to 'trust the process' when you're feeling let down in life.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shehertheywithkittens/message…

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Trans representation, Pretty Little Liars, & following your passions with actor JORDAN GONZALEZ 42:02

1y ago42:02

42:02

KITTENS sits down with JORDAN GONZALEZ from HBO's Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin to discuss representation on screen for trans men & trans masc individuals, JORDAN'S revolutionary role as ASH from PLL, and how coming out a queer or trans person can empower chasing your career dreams.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod…

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G FLIP on Non-Binary representation in media, their relationship with Chrishell Straus from Selling Sunset, mental health, and musical legacy 47:16

1+ y ago47:16

47:16

G FLIP sits down with KITTENS to discuss their goals as a nonbinary artist, their relationship with Chrishell Straus from Selling Sunset, the difficulties of being thrust into the mainstream (and largely Cis-Hetero) spotlight, and managing work/life balance as an artist.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sheherthey…

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The 'lesbian gaze' in music videos, the connecting between music + film, and using media to heal with ZOLITA 40:49

1+ y ago40:49

40:49

ZOLITA sits down for an interview with KITTENS to share how she got into music, filmmaking, the 'lesbian gaze' used in her music videos, and using media to heal.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shehertheywithkittens/message

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REZZ on sleep deprivation as a touring DJ, private mental health struggles, finding healthy love, and advice for aspiring music producers. 1:18:57

1+ y ago1:18:57

1:18:57

REZZ sits down with KITTENS to open up about her private struggle with anxiety, sleep deprivation, finding healthy love, and advice for aspiring music producers.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shehertheywithkittens/message

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LAUREN SANDERSON on self growth, perks of being an independent artist after leaving a label, and how to deal with insecurities. 1:06:14

2+ y ago1:06:14

1:06:14

LAUREN SANDERSON sits down with KITTENS to talk about her self growth journey, upcoming album, and tips on how to overcome insecurities.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shehertheywithkittens/message

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KEHLANI discuss coming out as a lesbian, finding peace as a human in the public eye, and the L word. 56:00

2+ y ago56:00

56:00

KEHLANI sits down with KITTENS to talk about their identity journey, coming out and coming to terms with being a lesbian, as well as how she's found peace as a human and artist in the public eye.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shehertheywithkittens/message

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Q&A WITH KITTENS - Being queer and Persian, advice on being friends with your exes, and the behind the scenes of SHE/HER/THEY 38:17

3y ago38:17

38:17

KITTENS answers all your questions about:-The whole SHE/HER/THEY process for season 1 and what's to come for the future. -How I came out and deal with conservative Persian (Iranian) culture with my identity. -Advice on being friends with your exes and coming out to conservative people. (Personal Questions start at 13:30)NEW EPISODES ON WEDNESDAY'S …

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ZILO on mastering self discipline for self growth and staying authentic. 40:04

3y ago40:04

40:04

ZILO sits down to chat with KITTENS about music, how she's stayed true to herself creatively despite industry pressures, and how to master self discipline for self growth.NEW EPISODES ON WEDNESDAY'S WITH SPECIAL GUESTS EVERY OTHER WEEK:)Watch and subscribe to SHE/HER/THEY with KITTENS: www.sheherthey.comSince language around gender/sexuality/identi…

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ASIAHN on Grammy Nominations, challenges as a Black femme lesbian, healing through music, body image, and diverse representation in media. 35:35

3y ago35:35

35:35

Grammy nominated singer/songwriter/actress ASIAHN sits down with KITTENS to discuss healing through music, challenges she's faced in life and the music industry as a Black femme lesbian, body image, and how important diverse representation in media is for the youth.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shehertheywithk…

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DONNA MISSAL on the evolution of identity language, how expansive labels allow for self exploration, being home schooled, and cats. 40:48

3y ago40:48

40:48

DONNA MISSAL sits down with KITTENS to talk about the evolution of language, how the expansion of terminology has helped people explore and explain their identities, how home schooling as a child with a supportive family gave her freedom to explore her identity without social pressures, and…cats.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spoti…

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LAUREN JAUREGUI on internalized homophobia, creative inspiration, misogyny, and mental health. 27:28

3y ago27:28

27:28

LAUREN JAUREGUI sits down with KITTENS to talk about her journey in understanding her sexuality, internalized homophobia that she's experienced personally as well as in others, and being compassionate with yourself.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shehertheywithkittens/message…

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SYD (The Internet) chat music inspiration, giving yourself freedom to explore, and coming to terms with her identity. 38:28

3y ago38:28

38:28

Subscribe to SHE/HER/THEY with KITTENS here: https://www.sheherthey.meSYD sits down with KITTENS to talk about where she gets her musical inspiration, giving yourself the freedom to explore your identity and interests, and how she came to terms with who she is as a queer woman and musician.#sheherthey-FOLLOW on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/s…

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HAYLEY KIYOKO on first crushes, coming out as an artist, queer representation in music, and silencing negative self talk. 17:28

3y ago17:28

17:28

HAYLEY KIYOKO (aka Lesbian Jesus herself) sits down with KITTENS to talk about the decision to come out as an artist, the importance of queer representation in music, first crushes, and silencing negative self talk.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shehertheywithkittens/message…

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DEMI LOVATO on coming out while exploring queer identity, changes in creative process, and dealing with public scrutiny. 35:05

3y ago35:05

35:05

DEMI LOVATO sits down with KITTENS to talk about the fluidity of sexuality, Demi’s own exploration with queer identity, the difference in her creative process before/after coming out, and first same gender experiences/crushes.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shehertheywithkittens/message…

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WELCOME TO SHE/HER/THEY with KITTENS 0:35

3y ago0:35

0:35

Join DJ, Producer, and Intersectional Feminist Advocate KITTENS (aka Lauren Abedini) for SHE/HER/THEY. A new show delving into conversations around gender, creativity, business, love, and how to transcend identity expectations when you don't quite fit the mold society tried to shove you in. Featuring guests from LGBTQ+ icons and allies, to trailbla…

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Lauren KITTENS Abedini Podcasts

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HOW TO FEEL 5% BETTER WHEN THE WORLD IS CRUMBLING | SHE/HER/THEY w/KITTENS 9:04

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BARBIE IS A GAY & OFF STRIKE w/ALEXANDRA SHIPP | SHE/HER/THEY w/KITTENS 57:21

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QUEER, JEWISH, IRANIAN, & FEMME. KEEPING IT FASHIONABLY TOGETHER with NICOLETTE MASON | SHE/HER/THEY 1:03:53

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THE LESBIAN SUPERBOWL, ASTROLOGY SHADE, & GETTING REPRESENTATION RIGHT with HINA | SHE/HER/THEY 1:12:10

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Lesbian Speed Dating 101 & How to ask a girl out for coffee vs dinner | SHE/HER/THEY w/KITTENS 23:20

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The Gay Agenda, Making Music vs Acting, & Nonbinary Trailblazing with E.R. FIGHTMASTER | SHE/HER/THEY 1:08:35

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You Don't Know Sh*t. Parasocial Relationships & Grief with KITTENS 14:33

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The trans women in sports "issue" DEBUNKED with pro athlete trainer SHELBY BELFAST JONES 51:59

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Planning the wrong parts of life & lay off chaos with KITTENS 17:58

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JOZZY on winning Grammy's for Beyonce, shining as an artist, being gay in music & songs for women 48:43

1
CYRUS VEYSSI on Persian and Queer on social media & the art of the clap back 1:04:31

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Dealing with ADHD & fear of judgment with KITTENS 16:40

1
SARAH SHAHI on THE L WORD, CARMEN & SHANE, SEXLIFE, & CHASING YOUR HAPPY 43:32

1
Is being gay a choice? Life lessons and hacks for happiness with KITTENS 30:06

1
RHINESTONES & RESILIENCE: How Drag Queen's in Tennessee are staying strong, proud, and bright through chaos 57:47

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The power of self forgiveness and how to trust the process with KITTENS 20:04

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Trans representation, Pretty Little Liars, & following your passions with actor JORDAN GONZALEZ 42:02

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G FLIP on Non-Binary representation in media, their relationship with Chrishell Straus from Selling Sunset, mental health, and musical legacy 47:16

1
The 'lesbian gaze' in music videos, the connecting between music + film, and using media to heal with ZOLITA 40:49

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REZZ on sleep deprivation as a touring DJ, private mental health struggles, finding healthy love, and advice for aspiring music producers. 1:18:57

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LAUREN SANDERSON on self growth, perks of being an independent artist after leaving a label, and how to deal with insecurities. 1:06:14

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KEHLANI discuss coming out as a lesbian, finding peace as a human in the public eye, and the L word. 56:00

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Q&A WITH KITTENS - Being queer and Persian, advice on being friends with your exes, and the behind the scenes of SHE/HER/THEY 38:17

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ZILO on mastering self discipline for self growth and staying authentic. 40:04

1
ASIAHN on Grammy Nominations, challenges as a Black femme lesbian, healing through music, body image, and diverse representation in media. 35:35

1
DONNA MISSAL on the evolution of identity language, how expansive labels allow for self exploration, being home schooled, and cats. 40:48

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LAUREN JAUREGUI on internalized homophobia, creative inspiration, misogyny, and mental health. 27:28

1
SYD (The Internet) chat music inspiration, giving yourself freedom to explore, and coming to terms with her identity. 38:28

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HAYLEY KIYOKO on first crushes, coming out as an artist, queer representation in music, and silencing negative self talk. 17:28

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DEMI LOVATO on coming out while exploring queer identity, changes in creative process, and dealing with public scrutiny. 35:05

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WELCOME TO SHE/HER/THEY with KITTENS 0:35

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