My Best Ex
Zina and Gloria share their journey from girlfriends to platonic pals in this refreshingly honest podcast. Each episode of My Best Ex is packed with laughable discussions about life’s challenges and changes, relationship truths, and the nuances of peek lesbian behavior. Listen and laugh as they explore the beauty of friendship, the lessons of age, and the occasional scandalous story. It's not just a podcast; it’s a reminder that sometimes the best relationships are the ones that evolve!
Episodes
21 episodes
Sisters From the Big Mister
In this episode of My Best Ex, Gloria and Zina welcome Sister Mary, who shares her journey from a typical life to becoming a vowed religious sister. The conversation explores the differences between nuns and sisters, the challenges of family...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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36:23
Tiny Miracles
In this episode, Gloria and Zina delve into the intersection of spirituality and identity, particularly within the LGBTQ community. They discuss personal experiences with faith, as Zina coins the term “closeted Christian,” and they talk abou...
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Episode 20
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32:50
Jewel of LA
Gloria and Zina spread the gospel of Jewel as they honor the legacy of Jewel Thais- Williams, a trailblazer in the Black queer community in Los Angeles. They discuss her life, contributions, and the impact of her establishment, Catch O...
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Episode 19
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27:59
Zina is No Pilar
This week, Gloria and Zina discuss the reality show 'Queer Ultimatum,' exploring its premise, the relationships of various couples, and the emotional dynamics at play. They play armchair therapists and analyze the couples' behaviors an...
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Episode 18
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37:57
The Legendary Lynn Love
Gloria and Zina welcome the legendary Lynn Love- a former firefighter turned wine shop owner, and community leader in her own right. The conversation explores themes of personal growth and the journey of transitioning careers. Lynn tho...
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Episode 17
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29:13
My Best EXES- Deep Lez
Gloria and Zina have their first guest… and in the spirit of “Deep Lez” they bring on one of Zina's exes, Sherry. Sherry and Zina talk about how they first met and Sherry shares her journey from the political arena in the US to finding her p...
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Episode 16
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33:05
I Love All Goats
In this episode of 'My Best Ex', hosts Gloria and Zina take questions from their listeners. They tell a ridiculous story of how you shouldn’t call the police for dog issues and they discuss the importance of allowing growth in friendships, t...
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Episode 15
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33:40
Baby Dyke Behavior
The conversation highlights the evolution of their identities and the importance of representation in the lesbian community. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into their past relationships, exploring the complexities of love,...
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Season 1
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Episode 114
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38:57
Rainbow Suspenders & Buster Browns
Gloria and Zina kick-off Pride Month by sharing their personal experiences with Pride events and their coming out journeys. They reflect on the significance of Pride as a celebration of identity and community, while also acknowledging the ac...
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Episode 13
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29:47
We Are Flawed Characters
This episode of 'My Best Ex', opens with a shout out to the podcast, “We Can Do Hard Things,” as Zina unpacks her experience of going to the book tour in NYC. Inspired by a section in the book, Gloria and Zina dive deep into the concept of atta...
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Episode 12
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30:25
Warm Toilets in the Lesbian Utopia
In this episode of 'My Best Ex', Gloria and Zina delve into the complexities of midlife shifts. The episode kicks off with a silly back and forth in which Gloria agrees to disagree about Zina’s real age. Zina explains the theory behind why she ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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29:59
The Lesbian Draft
In this episode of 'My Best Ex', Gloria and Zina celebrate Lesbian Visibility Week. They chat about cultural perceptions of lesbians, influential figures in lesbian history, and the need for a rebranding of lesbian identity. They also touch on ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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30:44
Goats at the White Lotus
Join Gloria and Zina on this episode of 'My Best Ex' as they dive into the fun and vital world of self-care and mental health! They kick things off with a fresh take on the ice bucket challenge for mental health awareness and explore how attitu...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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30:03
To All the Pets We've Loved Before...
WARNING: This episode deals with Pet LossIn this heartfelt episode, Zina and Gloria explore the profound impact of pets on their lives. They share personal stories about their childhood pets and go down memory lane about the...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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30:44
Cory Booker's Sweat
In this episode of My Best Ex, Gloria and Zina share their mutual straight crush on Cory Booker and dive into the Kinsey scale, with Zina taking the Kinsey quiz for the first time—surprise! They chat about guys who earn a second look from a ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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32:50
Bullfishes and Cubbyholes
In this episode of My Best Ex, hosts Gloria and Zina discuss the significance of safe spaces, the stereotypes associated with lesbian culture, and the evolution of queer representation in the media. They also touch on personal experiences of co...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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31:45
You Only Get Three Big Loves
In this episode, Gloria and Zina discuss their favorite TV comfort shows, the concept of various types of love, and the idea of soulmates and twin flames. They delve into personal experiences and insights about love, including the theory tha...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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27:35
Make It a Date at Club Glow!
In this episode, Gloria and Zina discuss the significance of connection, the importance of intentionality in dating, and the representations of lesbian relationships. The hosts also delve into creative date ideas, the role of humor in relations...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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32:27
Lil' Sammy D
In this episode, Gloria and Zina delve into the significance of Lent and its connection to personal growth. They explore the importance of cultivating a positive mindset and silencing the inner critic, while also discussing the balance between ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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27:27
Boom Boom Boom Bada Caper
In this episode, Gloria and Zina review the Enneagram personality test, and reflect on their thoughts about the Oscars-specifically how it relates to Wicked. They discuss the importance of showing up for your significant other and share a...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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28:32
My Best Ex- How Did We Get Here
What happens when your ex becomes your best friend? Zina and Gloria share their journey from girlfriends to platonic pals in this refreshingly honest podcast. Episode 101 talks about the first time they met- surprisingly they don't have the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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27:30