A podcast by MAKENA. Siena and Toast, two Hawaii girls, talk about being gay, Asian-American, mostly-vegan, lessons learned as performing and recording singer-songwriters, and their relationship. Plus, listener contests, laughing, inspiration, and encouragement.
Wed, 18 November 2009  Things We're Thankful For Contributions from these people in history...who happen to have been "LGBT." We pick from this complete list researched and prepared by Mark Pope, Ed.D. of the University of Missouri, St. Louis Featured Song "Courage of Our Convictions" by Julie Clark is on iTunes the official song of the National Equality March on Washington (Oct. 10-11, 2009) (video) Continuing Contest Prize: Michael Jackson This Is It lanyard Enter By: commenting on last week's episode about your thoughts or experiences dealing with Michael Jackson Stay strong and healthy during the change of season. We've ordered from iHerb.com for years because of their consistent quick and accurate deliveries. Get $5 OFF your first order with iHerb by entering code GIR278. If you enjoy the podcast, please vote for GMG on Podcast Alley, or write a quick comment at GMG's page on iTunes. Happy Thanksgiving Season! - Siena and Toast P.S. The Morning Star Foundation, which works to to protect all Indigenous Nations' elders, and sacred ceremony, is having a fundraiser - Fri. Nov. 21, 2009. Comments[3] |
Tue, 8 September 2009  So how do you "do" the relationship after the breakup? ...because there's still "a relationship" even tho' it's not that kind of relationship. (...right?)Featured Song "Hi'ilawe" by Darlene Ahuna from the album Aloha Pumehana Contest to win Aloha Pumehana - enter by: -voting for GMG at Podcast Alley (don't be shy and let us know your voted -mail [at] girlmeetsgirlpodcast [dot] com-, because Podcast Alley won't notify us) -join our email list LINKS - Okinawan Festival in Hawaii - Girl Meets Girl community - E Hula Mau in Long Beach, CA Hey if you're in the U.S., hope you had a good Labor Day weekend this past week. Thanks for listening and take care :) Comments[27] |
Mon, 31 August 2009  The premiere women's social club of SoCal celebrated their 14th anniversary with a lu'au on the beach, in Long Beach. We were there so come along with us, from pre-gig to post-gig.Congrats Beck, winner of the Ho'oli i ka Poli CD by Kawaikapuokalani Hewett. Featured Song "Hilo One" by Darlene Ahuna from the album Aloha Pumehana Contest to win Aloha Pumehana - enter by: -voting for GMG at Podcast Alley (don't be shy and let us know your voted -mail [at] girlmeetsgirlpodcast [dot] com-, because Podcast Alley won't notify us) -join our email list LINKS - about "Hilo One" - Women On A Roll - Kawaikapuokalani Hewett - Soft Paws nail caps for cats - Girl Meets Girl community - Da Bird cat toy Hope you like this ep. Take Care and have a fantastic week. Comments[23] |
Sun, 1 March 2009  What a girl wants. Four things that speak to the feminine aspect. That show and express value, respect, and love, and speak to the feminine heart.1. being championed 2. being honored 3. being waited on 4. being paid attention to Girl's Day - March 3rd If you liked this podcast, please vote for it at PodcastAlley. Thanks! Comments[27] |
Mon, 27 October 2008  Proposition 8, a big ol' discussion. (Pictured: in the dressing room at The OC Pavilion)Congrats to Stacey, winner of the IFWAG/LUAG contest :) Instead of posting the link to the blog of the Bun In The Oven couple, Jenny and Tanya, well, you have to email them to get the link: jenfabulous at gmail dot com. This podcast is brought to you in part by... • www.theLNmag.com • listeners like you Special links just for GMG listeners - read The LN online • Flash Links in this Ep www.CanIVote.org - verify your voter registration www.ElectionDefenseAlliance.org -- defend democracy in The United States www.VideoTheVote.org - protect voter rights in the U.S.A. Read the entire letter from Liv and Raine Q: How many votes are required to pass Prop 8? A: A simply majority. From the CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE 18 - AMENDING AND REVISING THE CONSTITUTION, SEC. 4: A proposed amendment or revision shall be submitted to the electors and if approved by a majority of votes thereon takes effect the day after the election unless the measure provides otherwise. CALIFORNIA STATE LEGISLATURE - LAWS AND CONSTITUTION webpage U.S. Department of State explains: "What Is Democracy?" William Blackstone's Commentaries on the Laws of England, online at Yale Law School's Lillian Goldman Law Library site for more info see: "When a Woman’s Marital Status Determined Her Legal Status: A Research Guide on the Common Law Doctrine of Coverture" 1857 - Dred Scott v. Sandford declared that descendants of slaves could never be citizens of the U.S. 1872 - Bradwell v. Illinois Myra Bradwell denied the right to practice law because she was a woman 1883 - Pace v. Alabama laws criminalizing interracial marriage declared Constitutional 1896 - Plessy v. Ferguson racial segregation, even in public accommodations, declared Constitutional 1954 - Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka racial segregation declared unConstitutional 1957 - The Little Rock Crisis Nine African-American students require U.S. Army escort to attend school safely 1958 - Governor, State Legislature and school board work together to cancel the entire 1958-59 school year for Little Rock's three high schools rather than integrate them 1967 - Loving v. Virginia laws criminalizing interracial marriage declared unConstitutional Anyone and Everyone - film interviews traditional conservative parents of gay children add'l relevant links and resources "marriage" and "domestic partnership" are not the same - 11 specific differences www.NoOnProp8.com www.LetCaliforniaRing.org Equality California Prop 8 on Wikipedia www.ProtectMarriage.com www.WhatIsProp8.com Facing History and Ourselves Featured Song "Hokulani" by Steven Espaniola We know you've maybe had it up to here with talk of voting, but if you liked this podcast, please consider a vote for it at PodcastAlley. Thanks! Comments[78] |
Tue, 30 September 2008
How do you know if you're gay? Welcome to the team, Clay and Lindsay! Announcement from Alicia Silverstone. Comparing the Obama and McCain campaigns. Comments[25] |
Sun, 7 September 2008  Compromise, How Far Is Too Far? Not settling for second best, to compromise is to make a wise choice on the side of peace rather than destruction. (Pictured: Siena's eyebrow pencil)Links in this Ep MAKENA gig coming up Sat., Oct. 4, 2008 * 5-9 p.m. in Long Beach, CA Compassionate Cuisine - $35 includes all food and drinks Vote No On Prop 8 In California Donate to either of these organizations by 9/15/08, and your contribution will be doubled Equality California No On Prop 8 Instead of posting the link to the blog of the Bun In The Oven couple, Jenny and Tanya, well, you have to email them to get the link: jenfabulous at gmail dot com. If Podcast Alley comes back online, you can vote for GMG at it here. Thanks for listening! Comments[39] |
Fri, 29 August 2008  Toast rants in favor of the "No On Prop 8" campaign in California; Siena offers ten ways to say you're gay without saying the words "I'm gay."Congratulations to Nobby007 and Mary K. for winning The Recording Academy publication's Summer issue 2008! Links in this Ep Instead of posting the link to the blog of the Bun In The Oven couple, Jenny and Tanya, well, you have to email them to get the link: jenfabulous at gmail dot com. MAKENA gig coming up Sat., Sep. 6, 2008 * 1:00 p.m. in Ojai, CA -- more info at www.puanani.org Worthy Endeavors by Listeners a-lo: improving lives of those living with spinal cord injuries, through the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. Her personal blog for Team Reeve Columbus. Susan and Jen: supporting Christians dealing with homosexuality as a difficult issue in their lives, at http://gaybiblechristians.org etolix: improving lives of those living with blood cancer, through The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Jennifer and Jeanne: supporting equal rights for gay and lesbian couples who wish to marry, through Let California Ring Regarding "No On Prop 8" campaign Equality California No On Prop 8 Let California Ring The Field Poll "Eleven Arguments Against Same Sex Marriage" by Dr. James Dobson, founder of Focus on the Family Thanks, everybody, for clicking around to vote for GMG at PodcastAlley! And as always, have fun in the comments below. Thanks for listening, and take care. Comments[47] |
Fri, 16 May 2008  Wedding plans, and news from Hawaii in the Democratic Primaries.Congratulations to mel, winner of the May issue of the LN! Links in this Ep Faith Rivera National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) The Power of Now  by Eckhart TolleThanks for your votes for GMG at PodcastAlley! And thanks for your comments below! Comments[62] |
Sat, 26 April 2008  The GMG Community is a beautiful, hilarious, heartwarming thing. Turn 'Em Kine Controversy, and Monkey Butt.Congratulations to Sue Jordan, winner of the keychain made by Siena! Links in this Ep VPI Pet Insurance Anti-Monkey Butt Powder Thanks for your votes for GMG at PodcastAlley! And, you do it best. Have fun in the comments below. Comments[59] |
Mon, 14 April 2008  Turn 'Em Kine 100, Homopaths vs. Fag Hags, and a casting call. (Pictured: It's a girl! Catching up with The Lemonbeaks)Ongoing Contest The Prize: your choice of a keychain made by Siena, or a cat charm. Enter By: proposing a place for a GMG meet-up. Featured Song "Rize Up" by Cat Bell Respond to the casting call in this ep by emailing rosenfelda@yahoo.com Links in this Ep Cumin opens her present on YouTube Thanks for your vote for GMG at PodcastAlley! As ever, have fun in the comments below. Comments[75] |
Mon, 7 April 2008  Dinah Shore weekend, an 'ukulele instrumental, homosexuality and mental health, the pregnant man, and Asians in Star Wars. Welcome to episode #57 of GMG. (L-R: Siena, Aloha JOE, Toast)Contest The Prize: your choice of a keychain made by Siena, or a cat charm. Enter By: proposing a place for a GMG meet-up. Featured Song "Fast Forward" by Canoe Club from Legends of the Ukulele 2 Links in this Ep Aloha JOE radio American Psychological Association's page of "Answers to your questions about sexual orientation and homosexuality." Thanks, everybody, for clicking around to vote for GMG at PodcastAlley! And as always, have fun in the comments below. Comments[51] |
Mon, 31 March 2008  Onolicious and Homolicious stories, sightings, and encounters. Banana bread, yum!Congrats to Camme, winner of a cat charm keychain made by Siena! Congrats to Listener of the Month (of March), Dale! Featured Song "Sandman" by Reina Boone Links in this Ep Humane Society's baby seal protection campaign It's a new month (soon, if not already). Please vote for GMG at PodcastAlley (if you like the show, that is). Thank you! Everybody enjoys reading your comments below, too. So if you've got thoughts you want to share, go ahead and type 'em out. Thanks! Comments[31] |
Mon, 3 March 2008 Featured Topic We finish Femme Month up late. Also: a great worst date story, the seasonal vegan, two documentaries we haven't seen (yet) but still recommend. Ongoing New Contest The Prize: March '08 issue of The Blade magazine Enter By: tell us about your worst date in the comments below Congrats to Listener of the Month (of February), Diane a.k.a. Queen! Links in this Ep Uncounted the movie The Blade magazine Humanitaire For The Bible Tells Me So movie screening presented by Refiner's Fire Fellowship Sat., March 8, 2008 10:00 a.m. + discussion until 2:00 p.m. 507 Pacific Ave. (between 5th and 6th) Long Beach, CA 90802 $10 per person register at 562-429-5111 or refinersfire@earthlink.net It's a new month! Vote for GMG at PodcastAlley time ;) Thank you! Share your worst date stories below. |
Mon, 25 February 2008  Featured TopicCatching Up after being away from podcasting for a few weeks. Femme oriented questions, answers, and thoughts. (Pictured: Oliver, a listener in Tokyo, Japan) Congratulations to Jason, winner of DVD of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort's Grand Opening, and gold-sequined Minnie Mouse ears :) New Contest The Prize: we don't know yet Enter By: tell us about your worst date in the comments below Oop! Forgot to announce a Listener of the Month for February! ...still getting back on the podcasting wagon. Just like Femme "Month," we'll do it in March... Links in this Ep Humanitaire The Camp in Costa Mesa Aloha Joe Hawaii Music Awards Treasures of Hawaiian Slack-Key Guitar If you can spare the click, please vote for GMG at PodcastAlley. Thank you! Unload about your worst dates below. |
Mon, 4 February 2008  Featured TopicA femme and a dyke taste vegemite (Pictured: a tube of Vegemite...of course) Ongoing Contest The Prize: DVD of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Grand Opening Enter By: telling us your first job in the comments below Featured Song "Kamelenahenaheokekai" by Cindy Combs, fellow Hawaii Music Award nominee Links in this Ep Hawaii Music Awards (voting is open to the public until Feb. 14, 2008) MAKENA's up for "Folk Album of the Year" and "New Artist of the Year" (you can vote everyday) Cindy Combs is up for "Slack Key Album of the Year" for her album Sunny Rain Guitar Solos Monterey Park Chinese New Year Festival Vegemite Petromalt Urban Dictionary lists "panting kine" Thanks for your vote for GMG at PodcastAlley. And thanks for your comments, too :) |
Tue, 15 January 2008  Featured TopicWhat listeners have to say about gaydar. Also: ways to stop your cat from scratching up your furniture. (a hint, pictured here is Song, one of the cats rescued thru Concerts4Cats, sleeping comfortably with his blue nail caps on) New Contest The Prize: Traditional Medicinals sampler of "Cold Season" Tea Enter By: Correctly answering the question, "In the dyke world, what did WUSA stand for?" in the comments, or send it in an email to mail [at] girlmeetsgirlpodcast [dot] com. Winner will be picked at random. MAKENA is up for two Hawaii Music Awards. Winners are determined by worldwide internet voting, and you can vote everyday. (?!) :) To vote for MAKENA for "Folk Album of the Year," go here. To vote for MAKENA for "New Artist of the Year," go here. Mahalo and thank you! Featured Song Heck, we don't even know the name of this song...it hasn't been released yet, but it's a really cool 'ukulele duet instrumental by our producer Daniel Ho and Herb Ohta, Jr. Links in this Ep Hawaii Music Awards (voting is open to the public until Feb. 14, 2008) where MAKENA's up for "Folk Album of the Year" and "New Artist of the Year" (and you can vote everyday!) Traditional Medicinals Tea Soft Paws nail caps for cats Feliway feline spray MAKENA's gig calendar is on this page Beach Walks with Rox video podcast Your vote for GMG at PodcastAlley helps other discover this podcast! One vote per email address per month. Thanks! Thanks for your comments below. |
Mon, 10 December 2007  Featured TopicYou Might Be A Dyke If... Plus the truth about tofurky, and a somen salad recipe right here on the site's show notes! Congratulations to David of the People's Republic of Northern California, winner of Mitty's Haiku Corner chapbook by Mitten S. Kittens, the world's only haiku-writing cat, at Monday Morning News! New Contest The Prize: our favorite incense Enter By: sharing in the comments about what makes you feel "all panting kine" (you really need to listen to this ep to know what that means) Featured Song "White Christmas" by MAKENA from the CD 7 Days of Christmas Somen Salad Recipe cooked somen noodles, chilled top salad with kamaboko, green onions, scrambled/fried eggs, lettuce (all toppings sliced up) just before serving, pour dressing over top and toss dressing: 3/4 c or 10 Tbsp sugar (can reduce amt if too sweet, adjust to taste) 1/2 c or 5 Tbsp cooking oil 2/3 c or 8 Tbsp japanese vinegar (su) 3/4 c or 10 Tbsp shoyu (soy sauce) 1/2 tsp salt few drops sesame oil (to taste) Links in this Ep Mitty's Haiku Corner chapbook by Mitten S. Kittens marzipan more about St. Nicholas Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Tofurky Don't forget you can show your love by voting for GMG at PodcastAlley. Mahalo * Salamat * Arigato * Thanks What makes you feel "panting kine?" Comment below. (new comments make us feel panting kine :) |
Mon, 3 December 2007  Featured TopicThe Myth of Dykey-ness, plus a new vegan twist on a traditional Hawaiian dish, and we try to talk about sports even though we don't know what we're talking about. (Pictured: Sheryl Swoopes on the court and with Siena and Toast, Rosie Jones on the golf course and with Toast and Siena.) Ongoing Contest The Prize: Mitty's Haiku Corner chapbook by Mitten S. Kittens, the world's only haiku-writing cat! (a great stocking stuffer for cat lovers :) Enter By: writing a haiku and posting it in the comments below Featured Song "I'll Be Home for Christmas" (the "daytime remix!" by Amanda/A-Lo) by MAKENA Links in this Ep Mitty's Haiku Corner chapbook by Mitten S. Kittens at Monday Morning News Haiku written by Mitty The Kitty at Monday Morning News blog Specialized Elixer Strings Island Pride Dancers Cat Mate 50 Poi and Taro Poke picture MAKENA's 7 Days of Christmas CD University of Hawaii Football Sheryl Swoopes, WNBA MVP and fellow Olivia cruise artist Rosie Jones, LPGA champ and fellow Olivia cruise artist Thank you so much for voting for GMG at PodcastAlley; it's a new month so you can vote again if you like the show (the site allows one vote per email address per month). Thank you! We know you know how to comment below! Comments[65] |
Tue, 20 November 2007  Featured TopicEveryday Gay: we're outed at Subway and they got us feeling emotion at gay bowling. MAKENA's new Christmas album is out! So to speak. It's called 7 Days of Christmas. Ongoing Contest The Prize: 3 sticks of our new favorite lip balm -- 50% oragnic, spf 15, spearmint, and appropriate for dykes, femmes, and guys, too :) Enter By: telling us the first tape, CD or record you wore out listening to...comment below! Featured Song(s) Demo of MAKENA's new Christmas album 7 Days of Christmas, available through www.MAKENAmusic.com Links in this Ep get MAKENA's 7 Days of Christmas CD Prowl cat food by The Honest Kitchen If you enjoy the show, we'd really really appreciate your vote for GMG at PodcastAlley! Thanks! What's the first CD, tape, or record that you wore out? 100+ comments below! Comments[72] |
Mon, 15 October 2007  Featured TopicThe Gargantuan Coming Out Episode. We share our stories. And are still planning to share listener stories and comments, so if you don't mind sharing yours to help those who are going thru the coming out process, please email them to us at mail [at] girlmeetsgirlpodcast [dot] com. Congratulations to Karen (Bonnie's partner :), winner of the Girl Meets Girl Podcast T-shirt! New Contest The Prize: a bag of vegan cookies for Halloween (yum! :) Enter By: telling us A) what is scary to you (eg: Toast would say "clowns," Siena would say "flying cockroaches") and/or B: your favorite scary movie. ...comment below! Featured Song "My Little Japanese Boy" by Linda Green & The Tempos Links in this Ep Pegasez' Sqaure Pegz blog about coming out October is Adopt-A-Shelter-Animal Month Honey is a healthy, spayed, polydactyl, indoor lap cat who needs a home -- if you're in the L.A. area and are interested, please email us: mail at girlmeetsgirlpodcast dot com. Thanks! Animal Acres' Compassionate Thanksgiving Celebration Day The Prevention of Farm Animal Cruelty ballot initiative in California API-PFLAG Anyone and Everyone, the film For The Bible Tells Me So, the film You can so totally help us spread the GMG love - please vote for it at PodcastAlley each month. Thank you! What's scary to you? Do you have a favorite scary movie? Get ready for scary stuff from Hawaii later this month. Comment below! Comments[48] |
Mon, 30 July 2007  Featured TopicDiscussion about homophobia and the question, "How do you react to people just being mean?" Pictured: MAKENA (L-R: Siena, Toast) Ongoing Contest The Prize: MAKENA stickers courtesy of Bad Cat Media Enter by: sending your most embarrassing moment to mail [at] girlmeetsgirlpodcast [dot] com Links In This Ep Nat'l Assoc. of LGBT Community Centers Gay-Straight Alliance Network PFLAG: Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays MCC: Metropolitan Community Churches Unity Churches LOGO TV The Advocate Magazine Curve Magazine The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle Animal Acres Lei's Hawaiian BBQ Vote for the show (you can vote once a month per email address) at PodcastAlley Your $.02 welcome below...you may have to enter the "code" twice, but your comment will show up once. Comments[17] |
Thu, 19 July 2007  Featured TopicHomosexuality & The Bible. There is so much fascinating info on this subject, we were only able to barely skim the surface of it in this episode. It's also a very personal and sacred topic to many; so please, if it's meaningful to you, respect it and yourself by taking the time to learn more. Links to help you get started are below. Congratulations to Diane's pets! They won a bag of Stella & Chewy's freeze-dried pet food New Contest The Prize: MAKENA stickers courtesy of Bad Cat Media Enter by: sending your most embarrassing moment to mail [at] girlmeetsgirlpodcast [dot] com About the Picture for this Episode L-R, top: Herb Ohta, Jr., Steven Espaniola, Mitch Chang, Malia of Island Pride L-R, bottom: Daniel Ho, Siena and Toast with our "Phoenix" Luna Guitar Links To Help You Research Homosexuality and The Bible What The Bible Really Says About Homosexuality by Daniel A. Helminiak Gay Christian Network Eric's blog Two World Collision Would Jesus Discriminate? - a great site Jesus heals the Roman centurion's servant Ruth & Naomi David & Jonathan Related History History of women's suffrage in the United States Laws against inter-racial marriage Slavery in the United States Galileo vs. Catholic Church's interpretation of the Bible during his time Other Links in this Ep Steven Espaniola Island Pride Bad Cat Media Vote for the show to help others discover it, at PodcastAlley Thanks for visiting. Have a great day and be good :) Comments[13] |
Wed, 11 April 2007  Ongoing ContestThe prize: March issue of dot newsmagazine, which features MAKENA (that's us!) in the feature story, and a small Sam Ash messenger bag OR an Olivia beach bag. Enter this drawing by leaving a comment on the Guestbook page at our site www.MAKENAmusic.com MAKENA in concert as special guests of Bill Tapia and Jeff Peterson Fri., April 13, 7:30 p.m. Torrance Cultural Arts Center 3330 Civic Center Dr N Torrance, CA 90503 Ticket Info: $20 advance, $24 at the door. charge by phone or pick-up in person at the box office: (310) 781-7171 Sun., April 15, 3:00 p.m. Huntington Beach Library Theatre Ticket Info: $20 advance, $24 at the door. Available at Island Bazaar, 16582 Gothard St., Ste. R, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 843-9350 ...more talk and music pertaining to the upcoming concerts was just on the Hawaiian Concert Guide podcast - thanks Piko & Mitch! Other Links Stella and Chewy's for freeze dried raw cat food Hawaii's Commemorative Quarter http://StepItUp2007.org - National Day of Climate Action is April 14 Comments submitted below will be posted after they're approved -- Thanks for listening! Direct download: 8_Gay_Edition_-_how_we_met_and_fell_in_love.mp3 Category: gay -- posted at: 9:36 PM Comments[1] |
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