In this final episode of Season 2, I reflect on everything we’ve talked about since relaunching the podcast—mental health, queer visibility, chosen family—and why this space has come to mean so much to me. But I also speak about the reality we’re facing: the worrying political shifts across Europe, the rise of the far right, and what that means for queer people, for all minorities, and for our ability to live freely and visibly.

This isn’t a doom spiral. It’s a reminder that we’re still here. And we’re not going anywhere.

To wrap things up with some softness, I’m sharing a few of my favourite queer movies, series, books, and even a vegan cookbook—things that have kept me company and might do the same for you this summer. I’ll be back in September with Season 3, focusing on the queer body in a heteronormative world—a theme I can’t wait to explore through movement, emotion, and personal stories.

💬 Stay safe, stay visible, and take good care of yourself. We are many, and we are alive.

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In this episode, I explore what it means to rest—not as laziness, but as a radical, queer act of resistance. Even here in the countryside, with birdsong and silence all around, I find myself rushing. Rest is something I crave but also struggle to allow.

I talk about how productivity feels safer than stillness, what queer rest means in a world that demands performance, and why slowing down is deeply political—especially for those of us who’ve never been given permission just to be.

This isn’t a guide or a how-to. It’s a reflection. I’m not here to tell you to rest more—I’m still figuring it out myself. But maybe, like me, you’re ready to start unlearning the pressure to always do, fix, or perform.

💬 What does rest look like for you? Have you let yourself stop lately?

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In this episode, I dive into the unexpected experience of being visibly queer in a tiny French village—where people know before you ever say a word. I share my personal story of a second coming out, small-town gossip, and how my boyfriend Alexei became part of the plot twist. But this isn’t just about me—it’s about queerness in rural France, community dynamics, acceptance (or lack thereof), and what it means to be seen without having to perform.

I also get into some surprising statistics about LGBTQIA+ life in the countryside and reflect on why visibility still matters—even in quiet places.

This is for anyone who’s ever wondered if it’s safe to be yourself where the baker knows your name and the neighbors know your business.

💬 Has your queerness ever felt invisible—or hyper-visible? I’d love to hear your story. Message me or leave a comment.

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