Off The Chart: Xtra’s L Word podcast

“Honestly, I’ve never liked a guy more in my life.” —Shane McCutcheon We’ve arrived at our destination: Lesbian Hell. Thanks for riding the Hot Mess Express with us this season of The L Word: Generation Q! Season 2 may have finally come to a close, but we’re still experiencing whiplash. Our dear L.A. lesbians are making some interesting choices: Bette is breaking up an almost-marriage, Shane can’t figure out the meaning of long-distance relationships, Alice can’t stop herself from snooping,...

“Really? I’m Eeyore?” —Shane McCutcheon Get your tuxedos and dresses ready—it’s prom, The L Word style! But first, Angie is trying to meet her donor, Alice is coming out as bisexual again, Bette and Pippa are protesting big pharma at the California Art Center, Sophie is searching for Finley and Gigi has a recorder concert to get to. Will they slow dance the night away in this penultimate episode of Season 2? Xtra's senior editor Erica Lenti and managing producer Chelle Turingan...

“There she is: the lady of the hour.” —Shane McCutcheon Did you hear that? It’s the sound of hearts shattering everywhere, to the tune of “You Are My Sunshine.” It’s Episode 8 ofThe L Word: Generation Q, and everyone’s thinking about Dana after Alice’s book launch. Plus, Bette is angry about art, Dani’s wearing her CEO pants, Micah loves Maribel and Shane wants a real partnership. Xtra's senior editor Erica Lenti and managing producer Chelle Turingan host. Featuring: Erica Lenti...

“Us? We just hang out and stuff.” —Alice Pieszecki It’s a stormy night in L.A. What are our favourite fictional lesbians to do but make out in the rain? It’s Episode 7 ofThe L Word: Generation Q Season 2, and everyone seems to be hooking up: Bette stops crying at art long enough to get together with Pippa, Alice returns to old comforts, Shane and Tess make it happen and Sophie and Finley struggle to keep it in their pants. How could any of it possibly go wrong?! Xtra's senior editor Erica...

“I ain't singing no damn karaoke song, okay? This voice is reserved for the shower” —Sophie Suarez To our patron saints Tegan and Sara: We are sorry. This week’s episode of The L Word: Generation Q was deeply chaotic, and yet our favourite L.A. lesbians still managed to find time to butcher a classic queer bop. At least we’ll always have “Love Shack.” Plus: Micah and Maribel miscommunicate, Dani and Gigi heat up and Alice and Tom get it on. Xtra's senior editor Erica Lenti and managing...

“I don’t think anything.” —Sarah Finley We’re halfway through The L Word: Generation Q Season 2, and things are getting spicy! This week, Bette, Tina, Carrie and Angie are in therapy, Shane is confronted with a former flame and Micah and Maribel finally get it on. And amidst it all, Bette is being a real jerk. What’s her deal? Xtra's senior editor Erica Lenti and managing producer of video Chelle Turingan host. Featuring: Erica Lenti @ericalenti Chelle Turingan @chelleturingan Producer...

“The world wasn’t ready for you when you got your first break.” —Bette Porter What do romantic movie nights, stalking artists, brand-new blazers and kitchen counter sex have in common? They’re all staples of Episode 4 ofThe L Word: Generation Q Season 2, of course! This week, our L.A. lesbians long for lost loves, search for direction and wind up in each other’s beds—as usual. Xtra's senior editor Erica Lenti and managing producer of video Chelle Turingan host. Featuring: Erica Lenti...

“You look like you could use a night out.” —Gigi Ghorbani Oh,The L Word: never change. Three episodes into Generation Q Season 2 and we’re already back in love-triangle territory. In the Bette-Gigi love ring, a new fighter has emerged—and it’s, shockingly, Dani. Plus, Angie has a sister, Alice has an editor, Bette has an artist crush and Shane and Tess have a lot of moola. Xtra's senior editor Erica Lenti and managing producer of video Chelle Turingan host. Featuring: Erica Lenti...

“I’m getting a hormonal surge, I’m ready to take all your money.” —Bette Porter Deal us in, ladies! In this week’s episode of The L Word: Generation Q, the gang convenes at Dana’s for a sexy poker game—and they’re gambling more than just cash. (Spoiler alert: There are a lot of feelings!) Xtra's senior editor Erica Lenti and managing producer of video Chelle Turingan host. Featuring: Erica Lenti @ericalenti Michelle Turingan @chelleturingan Producer and editor: Michelle...

“You’re very naughty.” — Bette Porter The L Word: Generation Q is back for a second season—and we’re kicking things off with a very lesbian love triangle. Will anyone emerge unscathed? Featuring: Erica Lenti @ericalenti Michelle Turingan @chelleturingan Producer and editor: Michelle Turingan Technical producer: Lito Howse @LitoHowse Executive producer: Rachel Giese @rachelagiese Music: KidKulit

“Was any of it worth it?” — Bette Porter So much dyke drama, so little time. The L Word: Generation Q wrapped up its debut season last week, and we have a lot of processing to do: Will Sophie pick Dani or Finley? When was Jose planning to tell Micah about his husband? Is Bette Porter going to run for president next? And who will comprise our next throuple? While we eagerly await Season 2 of The L Word: Generation Q, here are our thoughts for the bests and worsts of Season 1 and our...

“I dated her. The birds were a whole thing.” — Dani Nunez What better way to end a season of lesbian drama than by turning everything into shambles! In this season finale of The L Word: Generation Q, everyone’s grappling with loss: Bette struggles to find purpose after the mayoral race, Alice comes to grips with possibly losing her talk show, and Shane once again becomes a sad boi. Meanwhile, Sophie is forced to make a choice between Dani and Finley, and Micah learns something troubling...

“Why would I judge you? I’m in a throuple—with two ex-wives!” — Alice Pieszecki Remember that dyke drama we were asking for? Well, it’s here—albeit moments before The L Word: Generation Q’s debut season comes to a close. In this penultimate episode, Bette’s still pining for Tina (TINAAAAA!), Alice gives the throuple the boot and Shane is navigating the pre-parenthood stage. Meanwhile, Jose’s meet-the-mom date with Micah goes sour, Dani can’t stop working, and Sophie and Finley swap spit....

“Look around. I’m wrong all the fucking time.” — Bette Porter She’s baaaaaack! Tina Kennard, the other half of the famed TiBette, has returned to the cast of our favourite L.A lesbians—and in typical The L Word fashion, things are getting saucy. In this sixth episode, Bette and Tina hash out the past, Dani does damage control on Bette’s mayoral campaign, Angie confesses her love for Jordi, Shane makes a big decision on parenthood, Sophie and Finley get closer during bro night, and Alice and...

“We never get any good words. Vulva, labia, throuple!” — Alice Pieszecki Never mind what you want; Episode 5 of The L Word: Generation Q is begging you to tell us what you need. We catch up with our hungover favourites post-Shane McCutcheon 40th birthday bash, and everyone’s trying to get their priorities straight: Alice is navigating throupledom, Bette’s trying to be a better mom, Shane’s forced to contemplate parenthood, Dani is shutting down her daddy and Micah’s exploring love and sex...

“I got divorced on my birthday!” — Shane McCutcheon We’re halfway through the season and it’s one big reveal after another in the fourth episode of The L Word: Generation Q. Bette finally explains why she’s running for mayor (rest in power, Kit). Finley gets drunk and tells Rebecca she’s in love. Dani finds out Bette is still sleeping with Felicity. Jose shows Micah what he really wants. Tess figures out what’s been going on between Lena and Shane. Shane clarifies why she and Quiara broke...

“I fucked the priest!” — Sarah Finley Tensions are running high for our L.A. queers—and it’s about time! In this episode of Off The Chart: Generation Q, we process the third episode of our beloved L Word reboot: Dani and Sophie are still sparring over wedding plans, Finley freaks out when she realizes she’s sleeping with a minister, Bette and Angie face off over public school and Shane can’t stop being a fuckboy. At least Megan Rapinoe shows up. Is it hot in here, or is it just us? Episode...

“I just want you to know that I would help you hide a body.” — Sarah Finley We’re just two episodes into the Generation Q reboot, but there are already so many red flags 🚩🚩🚩! Dani makes a massive career change without talking to her fiancée—just 24 hours into the engagement. Bette is still thirsty for her married former fling. Shane is hanging out at a random sports bar with Finley—and Finley will try to pick up any woman with a pulse. Much remains uncertain but there is finally a...

“Time’s up, bitch!” — Sarah Finley It’s been 10 years since our L.A. lezzies walked off the scene (with the wind machine in their hair, no less), and it’s time for some new faces! In the premiere episode of “Off The Chart: Generation Q,” we meet the goofy Sarah Finley, the loved-up couple Dani Nunez and Sophie Suarez and the very adorable Micah Lee. All the while, we catch up with our OGs: future mayor Bette Porter, Alice Pieszecki a.k.a. the new Ellen and the very rich Shane McCutcheon...

“That hiatus felt really long. It felt like a decade, right?” — Alice Pieszecki It’s finally here! This episode we look ahead at The L Word: Generation Q. No spoilers, we promise! We talk about what’s changed for queer women and trans people in politics and visibility in the 10 years since the original series wrapped in 2009. We share our hopes for Generation Q: Better trans representation! More racial diversity! Lots of queer drama! We offer our first impressions on the new series and get...