Show #5 - We are so honored to have as our guest Janice Langbehn, who has kindly chosen to share with us her life and the details of her own personal tragedy in the hopes more hearts and minds will be transformed when it comes to rights and equality for gay and lesbian couples in this country. In 2007 Janice's partner, Lisa Pond, died suddenly and unexpectedly due to a brain aneurysm, while they were getting ready to enjoy a family vacation together. Janice and Lisa probably treasured the vision of that vacation more than most; over the years they'd been amazing foster parents of over 25 children! As if Lisa's death wasn't painful enough, the way Janice was treated in the hospital during Lisa's final hours was unthinkable. I can promise you the details will anger you. Recently, Janice learned her lawsuit against the Florida hospital that mistreated her was thrown out. We are humbled and amazed by Janice and we can't wait to talk to her to learn more about her loving family and to find out what's next for her. Please be sure to follow up by going to Janice's website and decide how you can help out. Janice admires how Judy Shepherd took her tragedy and fought 11 years until the very recent passage of our new Federal Hate Crimes Bill. Let's help Janice do the same for hospitalization rights (and equal partnership recognition) for same sex couples.

Show #4 - Tune in as Barb and Donna share their experiences at the March on Washington and Orlando Gay Pride as well as some surprises about what's coming up!

Show #3 - Join Barb and Donna for heart-centered, informative discussion on all things GLBT. During today's show we move to a 45 minute show format to make sure we have enough time to share all the goodies we want to give you! Donna will talk about transgendered health care, including the importance of choosing a doctor you feel comfortable with and tips for doing so. Barb has some exciting announcements about upcoming LIVE 'Coach Sappho' appearances AND she'll be sharing some 'luscious lesbian living ideas and tips'. Be sure to join us LIVE so you can call in and join Barb and other listeners in the chat room.

Show #2 - Listen in as Barb and Donna bring you juicy discussion you don't want to miss. Barb will be sharing with listeners tips on 'making decisions you'll love' and 'communication and time management in today's hyper-connected world' and Donna will update us on some good news regarding gay adoption in Florida.

Show #1 - When it comes to the GLBT experience, we've come a long way baby - and we're just getting started! During this first 30 minutes together, you'll get to know your hosts, including why they decided to do this show as well as what they'll be sharing with you during this, and future, shows. Donna and Barb are about to open your eyes and heart in a way you've never experienced before! Tune in LIVE on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 6:30p ET and pick up your mp3 recordings via blogtalkradio or itunes!

I've been considering a fresh approach for Coach Sappho's 'radio presence' for several months now and decided to invite Reverend Donna Tara Lee, a colleague and friend I met after moving here to Florida, to create a new internet radio show.  Donna accepted my invitation and, I am happy to report we are ready to bring our new podcast to you, starting this coming Tuesday night, August 25, 2009 at 6:30pm ET.

Our new show is called

GLBT Talk with Barb and Donna

 

Donna and I are excited to bring to you a show that will 'inform, enlighten and entertain' listeners on all things GLBT!

The show will last 30 minutes at 6:30pm ET on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month. 

To sign up for this FREE podcast, click here.  

During this Tuesday night's show we'll be introducing listeners to who we are and what we envision for the show.  The show is recorded and is live, so if you want to call in and ask a question or send us your well wishes we'd love it!  Also - the show's page has a chat room which you can participate in as well, during the show!

Why should you listen?

Because more in our community need to tune into the 'older', 'wiser' GLBT experience.  More than ever, in today's media and the internet in general, there is more fluff and less substance.  And, there is also the usual over focus on youth and the younger experience.  In today's world it's easy putting up a blog or show, but what is the quality of that blog or show?

This means that, more than ever before, YOU need to become a more discerning listener. 

Why do I think this important?  When you get what you believe from sources who are just passing on the rumors, irrational fears and unchecked facts of others, we get further away from moving forward on important issues, like marriage equality and health care reform.  Instead of us moving towards solutions (with or without consensus, because, sometimes, as history shows, moving forward without consensus is important too), people become confused and feelings become inflamed or escalated.

I believe the seasoned, rich wisdom experts 40 and over offer our community is being drowned out and is mostly untapped.  I define 'expert' as those who have spent a significant part of their lifetimes - at least 10 years or more - committed to being active in their field or industry and/or their GLBT cause, versus those 'Johnny and Joany's come lately' who are young and green!

As you know I'm a relationship and dating expert with over 20 years experience as a coach and as a licensed psychotherapist.  And, you know what a passionate advocate I am for the success of lesbian relationships, marriage equality and GLBT rights in general.  I began my volunteerism in the late 1970's at a gay switchboard and haven't slowed down since.  If you want to learn more about my decades of service to the GLBT community, click here.

Reverend Lee attended Woodstock (Yes, she was there in 1969!) and was a part of the Stonewall movement!  And, Donna continues to be deeply involved in political, social and spiritual causes.  In addition to being an active member of the Democratic Caucus here in Floriday, she's gone through sexual reassignment surgery and she has an amazing story to tell of how her life has been transformed as she 'created the body she feels normal and natural in'.

We look forward to meeting you on GLBT Talk with Barb and Donna.