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Gossip In The Closet
by Gossip In The Closet
Whether you're firmly inside the closet, halfway out or strutting proudly on top of it - this is the podcast for you. Welcome to Gossip In The Closet. We’re your hosts, Shelby and Mia: lesbian twins with a whole lot of stories and absolutely zero shame. From friendships that blurred the lines, to wild coming-out tales, and chaotic lesbian circles - we’ve lived it. Now it’s your turn. We want your messy, hilarious and heartwarming queer-ies.So grab a drink, get comfy, and gossip in our closet.
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Shelby - From The Heart
This Week on Gossip in the Closet 🎙️🌈It’s Shelby’s turn to take the mic solo this week as the twins switch off hosting duties — and she’s holding nothing back.In one of her most honest episodes yet, Shelby opens up about her personal journey navigating anxiety, co-dependency, relationship patterns, and the uncomfortable growth that comes with truly working on yourself. She shares the lessons she’s learned in her 20s, the boundaries she’s building, and what it actually looks like to unlearn old habits while stepping into a stronger, more secure version of herself.Now in her late twenties, Shelby is choosing courage over comfort. She’s facing the things that once scared her, challenging the narratives she outgrew, and becoming intentional about the woman she wants to be — in love, in life, and within herself.This is a vulnerable, reflective, and empowering conversation about growth, healing, and embracing the unknown with confidence.Follow along & stay connected:Socials: @shelbybarrettxo: @gossipintheclosetpodcast
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Mia - why do we fight in relationships?
This week on Gossip in the Closet, twin Mia is taking us deep into the heart of relationship conflict and why we’re really fighting with the people we love.Drawing inspiration from renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel, Mia breaks down the three core reasons couples clash and spoiler alert: it’s rarely about the dishes.According to Perel’s relationship framework, most fights stem from one of these three deeper emotional needs:Trust & Closeness Are we safe with each other? Do we feel secure, prioritised, and emotionally connected?Respect & Recognition Do you see me? Do you value me? Do I matter in this relationship?Power & Control – Who decides? Who sacrifices? Is this partnership balanced or is someone silently keeping score?Mia unpacks how these themes show up in everyday arguments, how they quietly shape our reactions, and how understanding them can completely shift the way we navigate conflict.If you’ve ever wondered why the smallest disagreements feel so big, this episode is your inside look at what’s really going on beneath the surface.Get cozy, step inside the closet, and let’s gossip about what love is really teaching us.
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Shelby - Should I Give Them A Second Chance?
This week on Gossip In The Closet, Shelby is diving into one of the messiest, most emotional relationship questions: Should you give someone a second chance?Whether it’s an ex who swears they’ve changed, a situationship that never fully ended, or a partner who broke your trust — second chances can feel romantic… or like a disaster waiting to happen.In this episode, we unpack:✨ Why we’re tempted to go back✨ When it is a bad idea to go back✨ When its a good move✨ When love is worth fighting for — and when it’s time to walk awayIs it healing… or history repeating itself?If you’ve ever texted “I miss you” and immediately regretted it — this one’s for you.💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Do YOU believe in second chances?🎧 Listen on Spotify & all streaming platforms📲 Follow the podcast for weekly relationship tea#GossipInTheCloset #LGBTQPodcast #SecondChances #RelationshipTalk #QueerLove
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Mia - Hypnotherapy Journey
This week, Mia jumps off last week’s episode with Shelby, where Shelby bravely unpacked the big, very real question: “Am I gay?” Mia shares her thoughts, reflections, and a few laughs as she reacts to the conversation and continues the dialogue around identity, curiosity, and self-discovery.Then it’s time for Gossip of the Week, and things get personal. Mia opens up about her own mental health journey, spilling the tea on starting anti anxiety medication and exploring hypnotherapy the highs, the doubts, the unexpected moments, and what she’s learning along the way. Honest, messy, and comforting, this episode is all about questioning yourself, trusting the process, and knowing you’re not alone.
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Shelby - Am I Gay?
In this episode of Gossip In The Closet, Shelby open up an honest, judgment-free conversation about one of the most personal questions someone can ask themselves: “Am I gay?” I talk directly about how to navigate that moment of uncertainty; the confusion, the curiosity, the fear, and even the relief that can come with it. I share what it felt like when I wrestled with this same question 12 years ago, what I wish I had known then, and what helped me move from anxiety to self-understanding. Whether you’re questioning, supporting someone who is, or just want to better understand the journey, this episode offers reassurance, perspective, and a reminder that there’s no deadline or “correct” path to discovering who you are.#LGBTQ+ #Queer #Lesbian #Gay
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Mia - Flirty or Friendly 
This week on Gossip in the Closet, Mia’s running the episode solo! She’s sharing her 2025 favorites, current obsessions, and breaking down the eternal question: is it flirty or just friendly? We talk dating vibes, subtle signals, and a few real-life moments along the way. Chill convo, honest takes, and lots of relatability.Drop a comment and tell us — flirty or friendly?
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Shelby - Mel Robbin’s Is Gay?
Season 2 is officially out of the closet and we’re shaking things up. This year, the twins are going solo 👀For the very first episode of the season, Shelby takes the mic alone to kick off her solo week era. She’s reflecting on her favorite moments, obsessions, and lessons from 2025, manifesting her vision for 2026, and laying it all out when it comes to relationships. What’s in, what’s out, and what she’s absolutely no longer entertaining.Expect honest takes, soft reflections, bold boundaries, and just enough gossip to keep things interesting. One twin, one mic, no filters. Welcome to Season 2 of Gossip in the Closet.#relationships #wlw #lesbian
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Gossip Of The Week– Christmas Chaos & ADHD Confessions
This week, your favourite lesbian twin duo is back with a festive deep dive into the ultimate Christmas dos and don’ts. From cozy family traditions to the unspoken holiday rules everyone should follow, the twins unwrap it all with their usual mix of humor, honesty, and sibling chaos.But in classic Gossip in the Closet style, things take a sharp left turn as they jump into a topic that’s been on both their minds lately: ADHD. What do they actually know about it? Do they relate? And could they possibly have it themselves?Tune in for laughs, real talk, and a little self-discovery—wrapped in one chaotic holiday bow.
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Queer-ies - She cheated on me with a man and a woman
This week, the twins are back with a fresh batch of Queer-ies — and an absolutely tragic matcha that Mia tries (and fails) to make on-air. We dive into everything from politics to personal dilemmas straight from our queer community.In today’s Queer-ie, we read a message from a married woman with a child whose world has been turned upside down: her wife is cheating… with both a man and a woman. It’s heartbreaking, complicated, and exactly the kind of story that reminds us why these conversations matter. We unpack the layers, offer empathy, and talk through what support can actually look like in moments like this.Expect honesty, sisterly chaos, a little humour to get us through the heavy bits, and plenty of queer community love.
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Gossip of the week - "Is lesbian scissoring real?"
New studio. New name lamp. Same twin energy.In this week’s episode, twin hosts Mia and Shelby tackle a topic that’s equal parts awkward and hilarious — sex, communication and intimacy. Things take a turn when Mia drops the question, “Is lesbian scissoring real?” and Shelby’s more than ready to challenge the lesbians who say otherwise.Expect honest chat, sibling side-eye, and plenty of laughter as the twins unpack one of their most unfiltered conversations yet.
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Queer-ies - Halloween edition
This week on Gossip in the Closet, twins Mia and Shelby are back with another round of Queeries, where we answer your dilemmas and overshare a little too much. We kick things off by confessing our mutual fear of sleeping alone (yes, we’re grown adults, no, we’re not handling it well), then dive into your juicy questions, including one from a girl who feels she has to prove her queerness to her girlfriend’s friends. Spoiler: we have thoughts.It’s vulnerable, chaotic, and very gay, just how we like it.
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Gossip of the week - Working in hospo, attachment styles and twin arguments
This week, twin sisters Mia and Shelby are settling into their new life in Sydney, and it’s already giving main character chaos. Shelby’s having a full emotional breakdown at work, while Mia (who only got the job because of Shelby 👀) can’t seem to make it in on time. Cue the sibling arguments, laughter, and a little too much honesty.After the drama, the twins dive into this week’s Gossip of the Week — Attachment Styles. Using Jay Shetty’s mini quiz, they both discover they have an anxious attachment style and start unpacking how their childhood might’ve shaped it all.It’s messy, real, and surprisingly therapeutic, just another week in the closet.
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Queer-ies - She does not get my love language
It’s Queer-ies time again! Your fave les twins are back, serving up bi-weekly advice with a side of sibling banter.In this episode, we dive into a fresh batch of listener-submitted dilemmas from mismatched love languages causing relationship static, to a holiday romance that started with fireworks and ended with side hook ups.We break down what’s really going on, offer our (sometimes helpful, always honest) advice.Got a queer-ie of your own? Send it our way at GossipInThecloset on Insta or TikTok or email us on [email protected] — we might feature it in the next episode!
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Gossip of the week: First lesbian dating experiences PART TWO
Your favorite twin sisters (and favorite lesbians) are back with part two of our deep dive into our first-ever lesbian dating experiences — and trust us, it gets wild.This week, Mia takes the mic to share a chaotic story that starts with a casual online fling and ends with her being accidentally picked up by the police, mistaken for a missing child, and getting unexpectedly outed to her dad.But it doesn’t stop there — things get even messier when she opens up about a girlfriend who couldn’t handle the twin bond… and how it all blew up when that same girlfriend cheated on her with her twin sister’s ex. Yes. You read that right.Betrayal, drama, and 👯♀️ twin tension — this is one episode you don’t want to miss.🎧 Available now on Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts!#LesbianPodcast #Twins #QueerStories #LGBTQPodcast #DatingDisasters
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Queer-ies - My girlfriend wants a 3sum
It’s time for your bi-weekly dose of Queer-ies, where Mia and Shelby your twin duo dives headfirst into the dilemmas, drama, and delightful stories of queer life!This week, things get a little spicy. We’re talking potential threesomes!! and we weigh in on a listener whose partner still hasn’t told her baby daddy she has a girlfriend (👀 yikes or valid? You decide).As always, we bring the honesty, the humor, and the sisterly side-eye. Got a queer-ie of your own? Slide into our inbox for a chance to be featured!Tune in, stay queer, and remember to gossip in our closet.
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Gossip of the week - First lesbian experiences
In this episode, your favourite lesbian twins are getting into it with our first queer experiences from awkward school crushes to the exact moment we knew we were not like the other girls. Things get nostalgic, funny, and a little CRAZY… until we dive into The Christmas Incident. Yes, Shelby kissed a girl. No, she did not know that girl had a girlfriend. Yes, it turned into a full-blown holiday disaster.Tune in for sisterly chaos, big lesbian feelings, and the kind of honesty you can only get when you share both a womb and a very dramatic coming-out journey.
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Queer-ies: We’re joined by the one and only Marita Prodger from Netflix’s The Ultimatum: Queer Love!
In this raw and revealing convo, Marita opens up about her coming out journey, the emotional process of “the choice,” and what life has looked like since the cameras stopped rolling. 🌈We also dive into:The real story behind her and Britney's relationship on the showHow her relationship has evolved post-ultimatumHer thoughts on visibility, queer love, and healing in the public eyePlus, Marita answers your queer-ies!! no question too bold, no topic off-limits.Hit play for a behind-the-scenes look at reality TV, identity, and love in all its messy, beautiful forms.#QueerUltimatum #MaritaUnfiltered #ComingOutStories #QueerLove #wlw
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Queer-ies: my girlfriend had a three way kiss and I was not involved
🎙️ New Episode Alert!On this week’s episode of Gossip in the Closet: Queer-ies… things are getting juicy. 👀One listener is struggling to come out to her family — and she’s not sure how much longer she can keep it in. Meanwhile, another girl just found out her girlfriend thinks it’s totally fine to have a three-way kiss with her uni friends… and let’s just say it ends with fruit being thrown in someone’s face. 🍑🥭💥The twins are back to weigh in on your queer dilemmas, share some unfiltered opinions, and maybe even stir the pot a little more.Wanna get involved?💌 DM us on Instagram or email [email protected]📲 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your messy bestie.Catch you in the closet!
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Gossip In The closet - Love at first sight
This week on the pod, your favorite twin-lesbian duo dives into all the juicy bits with our Gossip of the Week special! 💅 Is love at first sight real, or just a sapphic fever dream? We unpack our hottest takes, personal stories, and a few questionable moments from our own love lives.Plus, we get into the lesbian rite of passage (you know the one 👀) and share a chaotic tale or two from our yoga adventures in Sydney — spoiler: not as zen as you'd think.So grab your iced oat latte, tune in, and prepare to laugh, cringe, and maybe feel a little called out. We love you!
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QUEERIES: I WANT A GIRLFRIEND!
This week on the pod, we tackle some juicy queer dilemmas:💘 Someone’s on the hunt for a girlfriend — but where do you even start?👀 Another listener’s crushing hard, but there’s one major problem: an obsessive friend who’s not here for the new match...Tune in for the drama, the advice, and a whole lot of queer chaos. You don’t wanna miss this one.If you want us to discuss your queeries, DM us on instagram Gossip In The Closet Podcast OR email us [email protected]
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Gossip of the week: How to make friends in the queer community/coming out
This week, we’re getting personal. We’re talking all about coming out—what it looked like for both of us and how we started finding our place in the queer community.We get into the real stuff: the awkward convos, the scary moments, and the random little wins that made it all worth it. Plus, we’re sharing tips on how to actually connect with other queer folks—whether you're out, questioning, or just trying to find your people.It’s honest, a little chaotic (as always), and full of love. Come hang out with us!
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Queer-ies - I want to sleep with other people?
in this episode of Gossip In The Closet, we’re diving deep into two very real, very juicy dilemmas from the queer community. First up: what happens when a woman starts catching unexpected feelings for another woman—for the very first time? We unpack the fears, excitement, and confusion that come with exploring your sexuality later in life.Then, things heat up with a couple who's been together for a while and are looking to spice up their sex life. From massages to finger action, we explore how to keep the spark alive and communication open.Raw, relatable, and refreshingly honest—this episode is all about navigating love, lust, and self-discovery. Closet doors are open. Let’s gossip.Follow us on IG, TikTok and Snapchat at gossipinthecloset Watch the video version on Youtube AND message in your queries via instagram OR email [email protected]
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Gossip of the week: Co-dependency in lesbian relationships
In this raw and revealing episode, we’re cracking open the closet door on a topic that hits way too close to home: codependency. As twins and lesbians, our lives have always been tightly intertwined — but where’s the line between being close and being codependent? We’re getting real about how growing up side-by-side shaped our relationships, our identities, and our sometimes messy journeys through love, boundaries, and figuring ourselves out — separately and together. Expect laughter, deep truths, and maybe a few sibling call-outs. If you've ever felt too close for comfort (or questioned what “too close” even means), this one's for you.Follow us on IG, TikTok, Snap chat at gossipinthecloset OR watch us on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@GossipintheclosetAND email us your queer-ies at [email protected]
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Whether you're firmly inside the closet, halfway out or strutting proudly on top of it - this is the podcast for you. Welcome to Gossip In The Closet. We’re your hosts, Shelby and Mia: lesbian twins with a whole lot of stories and absolutely zero shame. From friendships that blurred the lines, to wild coming-out tales, and chaotic lesbian circles - we’ve lived it. Now it’s your turn. We want your messy, hilarious and heartwarming queer-ies.So grab a drink, get comfy, and gossip in our closet.
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