One Lesbian Reason... to go see "The Stepfather"
2009-10-23 03:12:00 While I really didn't think the new thriller starring Gossip Girl's Dan Humphrey would be an ideal pick for lesbians this Halloween season (I mean, really, there are so many other films available on DVD with lesbian killers and vampires and the like), there is one big lesbian reason to go see The Stepfather: Paige Turco....
Reeling is ready to go with lesbian films
2009-09-18 21:03:00 Every fall, the Reeling Gay and Lesbian Film Festival brings the best queer movies of the year to Chicago. Today, they announced their line-up for November, and with tickets going on sale in October, it's time to start planning which ones you'll want to make sure to see. Here's a run-down of some of the lesbian-directed films will be showing this year: And Then Came Lola Lesbian actresses Jill Bennett and Cathy deBuono star in this film based on the indie hit, Run Lola Run....
"Lesbian" Comic: Peanut Butter, Volume 3 (English)
2009-09-11 02:37:00 Let's talk porn. It's not at all true that everyone knows porn when they see it. That's part of the meaning of the "L" in LFB. There are a lot of people who don't see any difference in say, true romance, and stalking or rape. Not just in straight porn, either. These themes are very very common in, oh, say, Yaoi/BL and "lesbian" porn for guys. Peanut Butter is American porn. It reads like a cross between a "true" letters to one of those porn mags that were kept under the counter of the Somerset Farms and only sold to cops and really sad looking guys, and one of those adult novels sold by Coles, when that chain inhabited all the malls of America. (If you don't remember either of these things, you are 1) too young to read Peanut Butter and 2) have missed *nothing,* except a few laughs at the bad writing in both.) It ostensibly is the diary of a severely out-of-proportion girl named Molly in her first semester at college surrounded by severely out-of-proportion other women and...
By: Okazu Reviews
A lesbian-owned restaurant closes up shop
2009-08-25 20:33:00 Not long after I hailed Lakeview's Urban Cafe as a great lesbian-owned eatery to try for brunch sometime comes some sad news: The spot is closing its doors....
One Lesbian Reason... to support the Cubs
2009-08-24 20:57:00 I admit, I've never been big into baseball or riding the red line on game day, but now I have good reason to support one of the city's home teams: A lesbian is part owner....
Lesbian metal heads can get down with OTEP tonight
2009-08-13 18:30:00 The metal band OTEP is fronted by lesbian Otep Shamala, who is not only completely out in her profession, but an advocate for civil rights and causes, including LGBT equality and women's issues.OTEP recently signed to Chicago-based label Victory Records, and will release their new album, Smash the Control Machine, next Tuesday. If you've got a way out to the southwest suburb of Mokena this evening, they're playing at the Pearl Room (19081 Old LaGrange Rd) at 6 p.m.....
Lesbian Comic: Detective Comics
2009-08-12 22:33:00 What a week here at Okazu! Not only did we get to read that breathtaking interview with Nakamura Ching-sensei, but today I have a guest review written by none other than David Welsh of Precocious Curmudgeon. I'm all a-quiver with excitement at today's review.Some weeks ago on Twitter, David mentioned that he had gotten the Detective Comics series with the new Batwoman (zOMG a lipstick lesbian who never has a steady relationship! That's NEVER been done!) and I asked if he'd like to review it for us here at Okazu. This may well be the first mainstream American comic ever reviewed here. History in the making. Anyway, not to delay a moment longer, David, they are all yours...)When I consider comics, the binary that comes most readily to mind is what drives the book. Is it plot, or is it character? I tend to favor character-driven stories, where the events spring from who the characters are, and they couldn't happen in quite the same way to anyone else. The binary is too limiting...
By: Okazu Reviews
SWING with HRC and lesbian golfers tomorrow
2009-08-06 21:04:00 If you have tomorrow afternoon free and aren't opposed to traveling outside the city limits, $25 will get you into a BBQ with lesbian golfers. That's right, a sporty dyke lover's dream.The HRC's annual SWING Women's Golf Outing takes places in Highland Park tomorrow at the Sunset Valley Golf Course (1390 Sunset Rd.) from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Indulge in some hot dogs with the women in visors and shorts who know how to handle their clubs. Or, if you're just late to the game and want to sign up to play, you can still register today....
Local lesbian priest could become next Bishop of Minnesota
2009-08-06 20:30:00 Photo Credit: Episcopal Diocese of MN A local lesbian Episcopalian priest has been nominated to fill vacant roll of Bishop of Minnesota. Local lesbian priest, Rev. Bonnie Perry, pastor of All Saints Episcopal Church was recently nominated, along with two others, for potential assignment as IX Bishop of Minnesota. The Minnesota Diocese, along with the Los Angeles Episcopal Diocese, are the first ones to test the waters of a recently lifted controversial policy that has lifted the ban on gays and lesbians in the ordained heirarchy of the church. Perry who has been with All Saints' since 1992 has been pivotal in turning the church around from one that was losing congregants to one that is the 10th largest...
One Lesbian Reason... to go see "Humpday"
2009-08-06 19:48:00 The new indie film Humpday from director Lynn Shelton centers on two male best friends who decide to have sex with one another for an amateur porn contest. Before you think I'm crazy for advising you to see what could end up being disastrously homophobic, here's the trailer:...
Salon deVine offers something extra to the lesbian winos
2009-07-28 20:28:00 One of my absolute favorite places for cocktails in the city just also happens to be lesbian-owned. Joie De Vine (1744 W. Balmoral St.) isn't just for winos (I'm more of a champagne lover myself), it's for anyone who is into an intimate and slightly glam setting for drinks and conversation.And while I always have a good time at Joie De Vine, Sunday nights through the summer might be an even better bet for burlesque lovers. From 7 until 10 p.m., there will be free performances from Girlie-Q as part of Salon deVine.Whether you sit on the patio or inside, you'll be able to enjoy the view of performers like Ms. Bea Haven, Salome Slaughter, Cruel Valentine, Jezzie Belle and...
Mom, lesbian and feminist bloggers flock to Chicago
2009-07-24 19:17:00 It's the year of the mommies at BlogHer 2009. At least, that's what one ChicagoNow contributor had to say.The annual convention for women bloggers continues through Saturday at the Sheraton Chicago. Chicago Subtext's Amy Guth is a BlogHer veteran and wrote in an email about how the event has changed over the years:...
Lesbian Weekend Run-Down: July 17 - 19
2009-07-17 18:59:00 Tonight from 6:30 - 9 p.m., rub elbows with the suburbans of Chicago Area Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce at their Mix and Mingle at the Skokie Theater (7924 N. Lincoln Ave.) There will be tons of networking opportunities, cabaret performances and pizza. Call ahead (773-303-0167) to register and find out more information.If you're looking to network inside the city limits, GLAAD is hosting "Thank GLAAD It's Friday" at the Ultra Lounge & Cafe (3341 N. Halsted St.) from 7 - 9 p.m. With free ABSOLUT cocktails and the chance to win a membership and other prizes, it sounds like a pretty stellar way to meet other LGBTQ professionals in the area. ($35, includes open bar)Saturday is full of...
Where can I find that one lesbian magazine?
2009-07-08 21:48:00 If you're like me, you are in denial that print will ever die. I'm a huge magazine fan and will spend my $10 on an international issue over a cup of coffee and a movie any day of the week (unless I've read them all for the month. It can happen!)The problem is that lesbian magazines can feel few-far-between. If you count the ones published outside of the U.S., however, there are actually several you can get your hands on in Chicago. Here's where you can find what you're looking for:DIVA: The UK monthly magazine recently underwent a redesign, but it did not lose any of its great editorial content. The editors are really in touch with their readers and...
Support your local lesbian football players
2009-07-06 05:34:00 Chicago's only all-female football team, The Force, has several out lesbians on the squad, so if you're looking to support women on the field, now would be a great time. The team has advanced to the conference championships in Kansas City, but are in dire need of donations to make it there. The team is seeking donations of any amount, which you can easily do on their website. The championship kicks off on July 11, and if the women win the conference, they will advance onto nationals in Austin, Texas. As part of the Independent Women's Football League, everything the team has is built through donations and sponsorships, so any help you can give them in support of female athletes...
Wet, mildly-hot lesbian summer holiday weekend
2009-07-03 19:39:00 Want to be on TV? Well, you have a chance to hear your laugh if you're attending tonight's taping of live comedy show, Queer Queens of Qomedy at the Lakeshore Theater (3175 N Broadway St.). Lesbian stand-up comics Poppy Champlin, Michele Balan and Roxanna Ward will each get their turn on the stage twice this evening, as the show is at 7:30 p.m., but at 10, there is a live taping of The Gaylywed Game. Come for the comics, stay for the illegal lesbian wedding jokes. Tickets are $25.Also tonight is Femistry Fridays, a lesbian party every first Friday of the month at Brandos (343 S. Dearborn St.) downtown. There's speed dating at 9 p.m., so if you'd rather show...
Chicago author Christine Gayle and her lesbian sock
2009-07-01 16:53:00 Local writer Christine Gayle has just released her book Dottie the Sock: How I Found My Pair about a lesbian sock who is seeking her match.The book is dedicated to Lee Simpson, Lawrence King, Carl Joseph Walker-Hoover and Jaheem Herrera, children all killed after being harassed in their grade schools. Gayle writes:My inspiration to create Dottie grew from the recent tragic incidents of four children committing suicide after constant teasing and harassment from class mates because they were different. I was outraged and upset to find out that these children and parents had tried to get help but no one would listen. I then decided I had to do something.This is just the first book in a 10-part series from...
One Lesbian Reason... to go to Tuesdays at Buddha
2009-06-30 17:29:00 A few years ago, Tuesday nights at Funky Buddha Lounge (728 W Grand Ave.) were one of the hippest places to hang with young, trendy gays, lesbians and in betweens. What started as Tittilatting Tuesdays, a night just for women, turned into a co-ed venture when Jillian Valentino and Scott Cramer came together to book DJs and performers under the name OUTDanced!Eventually, OUTDanced! became a little more straight, and both Scott and Jillian left for other projects. (Scott now works with Jenae Williams of Dirty Girls on Stardust Thursdays at Berlin; Jillian just returned from a temporary relocation to NYC.) Out lesbian Jillian is back at the Buddha for Tuesdays, and while it's no longer called OUTDanced!, your One Lesbian...
Lesbian Calls on CBS to Fire Letterman
2009-06-16 03:55:00 Given how readily lesbian rush to defend prominent women attacked by men in the media, you’d like that more lesbians would join Camille Paglia and Endora-award winning blogress Tammy Bruce in standing up for Sarah Palin. I mean, here you have a woman who almost single-handedly brought down three corrupt white male Republican politicians (the ...
By: GayPatriot
Yuri Doujinshi, Lesbian Comics and Other Neat Stuff
2009-06-15 20:12:00 Well, the first two event-filled weekends of my event-filled June are over and I thought I'd take a moment to review some stuff I have sitting here that doesn't fit into neat categories and, incidentally, ramble on a bit about related things.Let's start with the concept of Doujinshi. As you can see, we defined this in the Okazu Glossary as: Small-press or self-published works. Doujinshi are sometimes parodies of existing anime, manga, novels, games and even popular celebrities, but are also often original works. In Japan, there is a well-accepted undermarket of these works which often violate copyright as it is understood in the west.Here in the west, we also have doujinshi, which we often refer to as "Indie comics" or sometimes "Comix." Indie, short for Independent, which is shorthand for saying "Marvel and DC aren't hiring." lol Kidding, kidding. Comix are often meant to be alternative, underground or otherwise not for kiddies.The best Indie comics are incredible. Good or bad,...
By: Okazu Reviews
The ?Don?t Ask, Don?t Tell? Military Policy On Gay And Lesbian Troops Is In
2009-06-06 04:20:00 Gallup Poll: Largest Gain In Favor Of Dropping DADT Policy Comes From Conservatives And Weekly Churchgoers Just where is my former Wasilla, Alaska Junior High School classmate, Sarah “Barracuda” Palin when you need her? Her fellow Religious Righties are now slipping toward rapid... This is only a comment summary. Visit http://guntotingliberal.com to view the lastest content complete with some of the most outrageous original photoshops in the political blogosphere!
Gay & Lesbian Leftist Lickspittles
2009-06-03 22:07:00 When it comes to Democratic politicians, all but a few gay activists swoon when a politician in (or pursuing) power pays lip service to “gay rights” or “equality” or whatever is the gay leftist watchword of the day. And while they may grouse and they may grumble when that Democrat with soaring rhetoric fails to ...
By: GayPatriot
Miss California Carrie Prejean?s Mother?s Lesbian Affair!
2009-05-22 19:03:00 Miss California Carrie Prejean, who has become famous for her fervid anti-gay marriage statements and some ?non-existent? topless photos that were all over the net (photos here), opened a big can of worms. Her mother Francine Coppola was just outted by her lesbian lover Valerie Vetrano. Valerie Vetrano tells Star exclusively, “Yes, Francine and I ...
Neetu Chandra?s Controversial Sexy Raunchy Lesbian Photo Shoot
2009-05-22 14:05:00 Indian actress Neetu Chandra has agreed to pose for a sexy raunchy photo shoot in a tiny bikini with another woman, model Krishikha Gupta, for a men?s magazine titled The Man. After they started shooting, they were basically verbally and almost physically attacked by onlookers, who insulted the girls and accused the crew of promoting lesbianism. Neetu ...
Lesbian Anthology: Sparkling Rain (English)
2009-05-15 22:46:00 Yuki pulled her face away. She couldn't get used to the concept that anything that lesbians made was wonderful. She did want to support lesbian work even if she thought it was ugly, and she couldn't... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit http://okazu.blogspot.com for full links, other content, and more! ]]
By: Okazu Reviews
Lesbian Anthology: Sparkling Rain (English)
2009-05-15 22:46:00 Yuki pulled her face away. She couldn't get used to the concept that anything that lesbians made was wonderful. She did want to support lesbian work even if she thought it was ugly, and she couldn't stand heteros mouthing off at lesbian work. Watching this bad piece of porn, however, was tortuous. - From "Monalisa Night" by Izumo MarouWell, you know, I am *so* right there with Yuki. I love to support lesbian work, truly, but so often wonder who the hell it's for? Not me, certainly. And Japanese lesbian works equally, if not more so, sometimes.And so I approached this anthology with a full measure of concern that I might find it teh suck. Instead, I have to say - with great pleasure - that Sparkling Rain: And Other Fiction from Japan of Women Who Love Women, edited by Barbara Summerhawk and Kimberly Hughes, is full of awesome and wonderful. With the exception of one story, every single story had at least a few magnificent gems. Not like diamonds in the rough at all, though - like...
By: Okazu Reviews
Santa Monica Tea Party Report: Lesbian for Liberty
2009-04-16 07:19:00 For my first report from the Santa Monica Tea party where we gather that about 400 gathered at its height. People had been coming and coming from about 1:40 or so when I got there until about 6:00 when I left. This is my left-leaning lesbian friend, featured frequently on this blog. Left-leaning ...
By: GayPatriot
Lesbian Playboy Cop Carol Shaya Fills Restraining Order
2009-04-07 17:41:00 Former NYPD cop Carol Shaya, best known for being fired after stripping off for a sexy 1994 Playboy spread, has just filled a restraining order against her lesbian ex-lover Jessica Philips. Carol claims to be a victim of domestic violence: ?[Jessica] came across the room, grabbed me by my throat, threw me into the refrigerator door.” ...
Lady GaGa?s Wild Lesbian Night Photos
2009-04-04 00:15:00 Sensual Lady GaGa got involved with a woman, who seems to work in the entertainment business and goes by the name of Lady Starlight (I have no clue who she is!), at St. Jerome?s night club in New York. GaGa and Starlight were caught in very compromising positions (photos below) and they sure had lots ...
Jennifer Lopez & Kate Moss? Lesbian Kiss!?! (Photos)
2009-04-02 21:06:00 Kate Moss hosted the launch of the first Topshop store in the US with a little help from her friends. Jennifer Lopez, Kate?s new BFF, didn?t hesitate to smooch the model right then and there on the red carpet. This photo is kind of deceiving but it is sure to fill some men?s most heated ...
Brooklyn Decker Confesses Lesbian Crush on Gisele
2009-03-26 17:23:00 SI swimsuit model Brooklyn Decker told sports talk show host Dan Patrick on his radio program this morning that her lesbian crush is on fellow supermodel Gisele Bundchen. Both women have sports connections. Brooklyn is dating tennis star Andy Roddick. Gisele is married to Patriots QB Tom Brady. More Photos of Brooklyn More Photos of ...
Love Of Lesbian - 1999 (Music Bus/Warner Music, 2009)
2009-03-25 11:29:00 1999AlehoOpAlgunas PlantasAllí donde solíamos gritarClub de fans de John BoyCuando diga yaCuestiones de FamiliaEctoplastaIncendios de NieveLa mirada de la gente que conspiraLas Malas LenguasMiauSegundo asaltoTe hiero muchoVoy a romper las ventanaswww.myspace.com/loveofl-esbian
Lesbian Iron Chef Cat Cora & Partner Jennifer Are Both Pregnant
2009-03-11 14:07:00 ?Iron Chef America? star Cat Cora and her lesbian lover, life partner Jennifer are both pregnant and due just three months apart. Jennifer will be the first to give birth then Cat. Ironically the couple, who used in-vitro fertilization, finally they got pregnant together. “Jennifer and I are thrilled to go through the wonderful experience ...
Glenn Beck?s lesbian caller confronts the gay orthodoxy
2009-03-07 00:30:00 When you receive successive e-mails from readers forwarding the same e-mail, it’s usually something worth blogging about. A lesbian called into Glenn Beck’s show to share her experiences coming out of the closet. Her story will seem mighty familiar to many of those who read this blog: since I came out of my conservative closet, ...
By: GayPatriot
?The Simpsons? Marge Simpson?s Lesbian Kiss (Photo)
2009-03-03 23:27:00 Happy housewife Marge Simpson and friend Lindsay Neagle got involved in a very passionate lesbian kiss in the latest episode of the mythic animated sitcom ?The Simpsons“. Marge is not switching teams! Apparently the lesbian kiss happens in one of Homer?s dirty fantasies in the episode titled ?How The Test Was Won“. Girl on girl action ...
Lesbian couple win fertility bid
2009-02-27 14:27:00 BBC says,'Julie McMullan and Caroline Harris are now entitled to IVF treatment A lesbian couple have won the right to NHS treatment to help them have a baby after threatening to sue health chiefs. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (GGC) had denied Caroline Harris and Julie McMullan IVF treatment as they were not classified as an infertile couple. The health board said it had reviewed its position in light of regulations, including the Equality Act. The women, who were suing the health board for treatment costs, said they had not yet been offered a settlement. 'Perverts for parents on my taxes. Yuck.
By: Christian Quoter
Mike Williams wrote a new blog post: Lesbian dating
2009-02-26 01:02:00 Mike Williams wrote a new blog post: Lesbian dating Are there many dating services for lesbians? Maybe... But are these lesbian dating services and lesbian personals reliable? This one is very reliable and have a huge database of lesbian personals for lesbian or bisexual women for romance, dating or just friends. lesbian personals, lesbian dating services, lesbian sites, lesbian dating, lesbian community, lesbian, lesbian dating sites, ...
Ellen DeGeneres: Lipstick Lesbian Cover Girl!?!
2009-02-20 22:34:00 I have long been a fan of Ellen. She is both funny and self-deprecating. Even after she came out, now over a decade ago, she hasn’t politicized her identity as have many openly gay performers in the public eye. She just seems very comfortable in her own skin. Her sexuality is, as it ...
By: GayPatriot
Lindsay Lohan & Samantha Ronson Lesbian Shopping Spree
2009-02-20 15:19:00 It?s like nothing ever happened. No fights, no drama ? they are a happy couple again. Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson were seen out and about shopping at the Philips Jewerly store in Berverly Hills yesterday (Feb 19). I wonder if they were shopping for engagement rings or wedding bands, why not? They already behave like ...
Kelly Clarkson Would Be a Lesbian If She Could
2009-02-04 18:50:00 In a recent interview Kelly Clarkson talks about her new album ?All I Ever Wanted” and the story behind her latest single ?My Life Would Suck Without You” (watch music video here>>). Kelly completely denies Katy Perry?s influence on her new album and the rumors she is a lesbian ? nope, Kelly loves men way ...
Mischa Barton Defends Lesbian Smooch
2009-01-29 19:39:00 Actress Mischa Barton recently celebrated her 23rd birthday at Caviar Kaspia restaurant in Paris (Jan 25) and was caught by the cameras on some hot girl on girl action with an unknown girl friend. The photos were pasted all over the internet and the natural lesbian rumors began, something that Mischa doesn?t quite understand so she ...
Katy Perry Busty Lesbian Party Personal Photos Leaked
2009-01-28 00:22:00 Even Miley Cyrus envies Katy Perry?s fabulous rack! The ?I Kissed A Girl” singer has a high-quality big pair on her. We knew that already before these personal photos of the singer?s D-sized melons came out. In fact Katy?s berries are so famous that a mold of those (photo below) was sold for $3,500 and ...
?American Idol? Bikini Girl Katrina Darrell Lesbian Party Photos
2009-01-21 02:23:00 The ?American Idol” wannabe Katrina Darrell dared to show up at the show?s auditions in nothing but her sexy teeny bikini and since then everyone has been talking about her. Her vocal skills are absolutely non-existent but she does look good almost naked. Katrina Darrell was caught having some lesbian fun with some friends at the ...
Anne Heche Looks Much Better Straight & Pregnant Than Lesbian & Skinny
2009-01-18 20:29:00 Anne Heche has been spotted around the Sundance Film Festival with her hot man, James Tupper, who she is expecting a child with. I got to thinking… this is one confused chick. She dated soap opera actors Richard Burgi and David Forsyth, then went on to Fleetwood Mac’s Lindsey Buckingham. After that, she was with comedian ...
Four arrested in Richmond lesbian gang rape case
2009-01-02 02:03:00 Yahoo news reported that teo men and two teens have been arrested on suspicion of gang-raping a woman last month in the Richmond, CA, while allegedly taunting her for being a lesbian, police said Thursday. Officers arrested Humberto Hernandez Salvador at his Richmond home Wednesday night, Richmond police Lt. Mark Gagan said. The 31-year-old is being held without bail on gang rape, kidnapping and
Lesbian Vampire Killers Trailer
2008-12-31 04:43:00 If you read my post about the upcoming British indie horror/comedy film, "Lesbian Vampire Killers," then you may be interested to know they have finally come out with a teaser/trailer... Check it out!
Gina Carano & Tonya Evinger Hot Lesbian Party Photos
2008-11-29 00:13:00 Hot mixed martial arts fighters, Gina Carano and Tonya Evinger might be enemies when it comes to serious competition but they seem to be pretty good ?close” friends when it comes to party. You might know Gina Carano from appearing on American Gladiators as the Gladiator “Crush” and she is best known as the face of ...
Lindsay Lohan & Samantha Ronson Hot Lesbian Make Out Session
2008-11-26 22:30:00 They are not trying to hide it anymore! The closet doors are wide open! Even through Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson haven?t made it official yet, they are clearly a completely in love lesbian couple. Like any other couple, their relationship has its ups and downs. Reportedly Samantha wants to keep Lindsay away from the ...
This is Why I am Not a Lesbian
2008-11-21 20:41:00 For the second time this week, Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson had a lover’s quarrel at the Atlantis The Palm Hotel in Dubai. Tuesday night the couple fought after Lindsay danced and frolicked with ex-boyfriend, Calum Best. Samantha doesn’t like it when Lindsay flirts with men, so she got all worked up and caused a huge ...
By: Celebrity Smack!
Lesbian Sites are the most converting niche dating sites!
2008-11-13 16:59:00 Bone Fish Ltd today revealed that gay networking and lesbian dating is on the rise and at present, is the strongest converting niche network in the online dating sector. Following a recent and very exhaustive study by Bone Fish Ltd at the end of last month, it became evident that although still very much predominant in the networking arena, the traditional markets of generic romance and adult dating are no longer the highest converting networks in the online dating industry, and have ? in fact ? been now surpassed by the lesbian network that currently boasts an outstanding 12.5% conversion rate. Ever since it's inception in 1999, Bone Fish Ltd has gained vast experience in operating sites for the gay community. In total, it now boasts over 1,500 homosexual sites (out of a total of 14,000 dating/adult portals across all platforms), and 501 sites that are specifically aimed at the lesbian market. In its tri-annual report that was completed late last month, it became evident that t... |
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