In this very special episode of My Best Ex, hosts Gloria and Zina welcome Bridget and Kyle from the hit Netflix reality series, Queer Ultimatum. Zina reminds everyone what led to her chance encounter with the couple and then Bridget and Kyle discuss their experiences on the show, and the pressures of reality TV. They also give some tea on some of the behind the scenes happenings. They open up about what they learned about themselves from being on the show, and how they have grown both individually and as a couple. They let us in on some relationship updates with fellow castmates, which leads to the discussion about the importance of friendships, especially with exes. We also get an update on the couple's engagement and plans for a future wedding! The episode ends with a light-hearted game that highlights just how connected Bridget and Kyle really are.

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Gloria and Zina reflect on their recent interview with Sister Mary. They discuss the idea of living a life of service, and the ripple effect of positive actions. The conversation also touches on the hosts' musings about what it would be like to be a nun, the importance of radical love, and a chance encounter with stars from Queer Ultimatum, who will be guests on their next episode.

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 acceptance, and the importance of inclusivity in faith. Sister Mary discusses her daily life, the significance of community, and the rise of spiritual retreats as a response to modern stress. She emphasizes the power of small acts of kindness and the importance of thriving rather than just surviving in life.

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 about the challenges of identifying as LGBTQ, and being a person of faith, using the WNBA player Paige Bueckers as a reference. The conversation also touches on the importance of inclusive communities. Both Gloria and Zina share their own stories of tiny miracles. The episode concludes with Zina surprising Gloria with news that their next guest will be a nun, Sister Mary, who will share her insights on faith and acceptance.

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 One, as a safe space for Black LGBTQ+ people. They each take a trip down memory lane as they remember their first experiences walking intoCatch One as baby dykes and how much the experience of going there meant to each of them. The conversation reflects on the importance of community, activism, and the nostalgia for dance and connection in queer spaces. Gloria shares some stories about some awkward fan girl run-ins with Jewel. They end the episode with a game where Zina’s lack of knowledge about disco music and DIana Ross causes Glo to blow a gasket.

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 and they try to decide who in the cast they are most like.

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 thoughtfully shares her experiences as one of the first Black female firefighters in Cincinnati, discussing the challenges and rewards of her 30-year career. We find out how she transitioned from fighting fires to owning her own wine shop, by taking her love of both wine and community and following her dreams. Zina goes down memory lane asking Lynn about her epic labor day parties she used to throw back in the day and why they were so important to so many women in the queer community. The episode ends with a fun game about what type of wine each of them would be.

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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 paradise in Mexico. They also talk about the importance of community, safety, and belonging for queer individuals, as well as Sherry's vision for creating an intentional community called Rancho Mariposa. The episode ends with Zinaisms- a fun game that tests the exes and their knowledge of Zina.

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Learn About Rancho Mariposa:

Rancho Mariposa will be an adults-only, LGBTQ+ affirming co-living community in Mexico, designed especially for adult (remote working or independently funded) and retired individuals who identify as women or nonbinary/gender expansive. Our mission is to offer a beautiful, affordable, and connected life for those who crave community, creativity, and peace as they age — all while honoring the land, local culture, and each other. You can come as you are, and we’d love it if you spend the rest of your days being a part of this community.

We are world travelers, international feminists, a little witchy, fiercely inclusive, and deeply grateful to live in harmony with Mexico. We’re building something revolutionary for ourselves and generations of queers to come.