Robin Lowey // Posts published by Robin Lowey
Lesbians Ponder the Mysterious Clitoris
I remember at one point actually BELIEVING the theory of Freud’s “vaginal orgasm”. And when I finally realized the ridiculousness of it, I had to chuckle. It’s time we educate all girls about the wonders of their magical “for pleasure only” organ — residing deep inside their bodies. “Picture a clitoris in your mind. Got […]
Don’t Miss Women’s Jazz in Palm Springs!
The resurgence of jazz as a popular music genre has been taking place over the last few years thanks to iconic pop musicians like Queen Latifah, Lady Gaga and Cyndi Lauper who have released albums of jazz standards, introducing the Great American Songbook to a new generation. The Palm Springs Women’s Festival debuted in 2013 […]
A Recipe for Surviving Heart Break
Sometimes we lose what we love most. Whatever it is—a death, a break-up, a child grows up, a pet is lost, an illness or injury debilitates us, a best friend moves away, a career ends—loss can be devastating in any form. With each major loss, as we struggle to process our grief, the voices in our […]
My Lesbian Radio Celebrates 10 years!
With fun and entertaining podcasts such as The Lesbian Lounge, The Lesbian Book Club and Funny Business – Lesbian Comedy, and more, the gals at My Lesbian Radio keep us entertained. The mainstay of My Lesbian Radio- The Lesbian Lounge, has featured lesbian celebs: Jane Lynch (“Glee”), Sharon Gless (“Cagney & Lacey” and “Queer As […]
Jewelle Gomez’s New Play ‘Leaving the Blues’
A popular singer. Her passionate lover. The 1920s. Recipe for the blues? And change! The world premier of Jewelle Gomez’s new play Leaving The Blues runs March 3 – April 2 at The New Conservatory Theater at 25 Van Ness Ave. in San Francisco! Celebrated Blues singer-songwriter Alberta Hunter (1895-1984) is backstage preparing for a professional comeback, […]
The FAIR Education Act (LGBT History Bill)
Do you know about the The FAIR Education Act? Senate Bill 48 (Fair, Accurate, Inclusive, and Respectful Education Act), is a California law which compels the inclusion of the political, economic, and social contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people into educational textbooks and the social studies curricula in California public schools by amending […]
Top 10 Queer/Lesbian Businesses to Buy Gifts!
Do the right thing! Buy gifts from our lesbian sisters. Here are EPOCHALIPS’ TOP TEN PICKS of lesbian owned and operated businesses where you can find that special gift online for your pals, lovers and yes, even your pets. If you look for the ultimate escape with your partner or your best friends, look no […]
Africa, Lesbians & The Trip of a Lifetime
When I left San Francisco for my Wild Rainbow African Safari adventure three years ago, I had no idea what was in store for me —Driving through several townships with a man who grew up during Apartheid and stopping to have tea with his friends, surfing fun waves in Muizenburg across from the great white shark museum, being invited a dinner party with local […]
Lesbian Game Changers & Coming Out Day!
In honor of National Coming Out Day, I want to share with you my upcoming book project entitled Game Changers – Twenty Lesbians You Should Know About, which features women over 50 who came out early in their lives and made significant contributions to LGBTQ Culture. It’s a richly designed collection of biographies and defining moments, colorful illustrated timelines and major […]
Serving Smart Lesbian Commentary Since 2010
From my very first Epochalips post in June 2010: “This is the day I’ve been waiting for. This is the day I’ve been working toward. This day is the culmination of all I’ve ever done, said, thought, dreamed of, hoped for and planned. It is here, it is real, and it is mine now. It’s […]
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— Robin
Recent Posts
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Why Lesbians Keep Secrets
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It All Started with Sappho
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A sexy excerpt from ‘Making Out’
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Top 10 Lesbian/Queer Businesses to Buy Gifts!
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Before Sappho: Helen of Sparta
Of course, there is Helen.
Helen of Troy. Helen of Sparta. ...
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The L-Word and it’s New Generation
Last night I watched Episode 1 of this remake of ...
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The Best Looking Woman
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How to Find the Joy, Anyway
Dear Battleaxe,I live in San Francisco and take public transportation ...
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