I’m Gay and Drink Water
The podcast dedicated to conversations and stories about sobriety, alcohol and creativity within and beyond the LGBTQ+ community.
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Ally (she/her) is a writer and host & creator of I'm Gay and Drink Water. She quit drinking in April of 2016 after several years of using alcohol to hide her authentic self. She hopes the IGADW podcast connects, inspires, and gives insight to her audience. Thanks for listening!
Episodes
Sunday Oct 02, 2022
Sunday Oct 02, 2022
In this episode, Ally and Shannon dive into alcohol’s presence in standup comedy, what’s changed over the years in Shannon's performing experience, her creative process, family, growing up and so much more.
Shannon is a nationally touring comedian based in Chicago. She is a queer, former beauty queen turned comedian. She has been doing stand up for 8 years and has performed at renowned venues such as: The Annoyance, Second City, Laugh Factory, Zanies, and the Improv- Schaumburg.
Shannon is the host and creator of the My Ex Life Podcast and Hot Topic the Hot Tub Talk Show. She has been featured at the Boom Chicago Comedy Festival, North Carolina Comedy Festival, Sixth City, Omaha Comedy Fest, and Chicago SketchFest, to name a few. My Ex Life PodcastAlly on the My Ex Life PodcastHot Topic the Hot Tub Talk ShowShannon's WebsiteFollow Shannon on Instagram - @theshannonbacchus
Sunday Oct 02, 2022
Sunday Oct 02, 2022
Almost 6.5 years later, Ally opens up and reflects on the last day she drank alcohol, the events leading up to it and the 3 words she told herself when she decided to quit drinking for good.
TW: substance abuse, SA, self harm
Resources corresponding with this episode:
The Trevor Project16 Mental Health Resources for LGBTQ+Alcohol Consumption Support
Friday Sep 23, 2022
Friday Sep 23, 2022
Get to know your host, Ally and what you can expect on I'm Gay and Drink Water podcast!