Ashley's Girlfriend Reveal | Lesbian Comedy Series | We’re Having Gay Sex Ep. 161

[@ashgavs]

Thank you everyone. I feel so overwhelmed (in a good way) by your kind words. I am going to use this opportunity to plug my text alert / email alert to watch my special here on this channel. 4/23! turn on your notifications! text alert: beacons.ai/ashleygavin international email alert: ashgavs.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f359f42f12e1b1be40466c47b&id=a7f2f02d77

[@smytea]

Congrats on your happiness Ash.

[@rivwilson9330]

You have a text alert?? Seriously I'm happy that you're happy. Main main era Ashley has been a joy to witness

[@AB7640]

“You have a text alert” 😂😂 -Great comment.

[@PrincessxDope18]

I am currently living in Germany with a german number, would i still be able to join the text list with no extra costs??

[@maedbhoconnor2425]

I’m so happy for you!!

[@lexichessnoe3422]

jen being main main is the most lesbian thing to happen in the history of this podcast omfg

[@abigailjupiter374]

Lmfao 🤣

[@AB7640]

Yep ☺️

[@moony788]

help this spoiled the reveal for me lol but I'm not too sad about it

[@LimaPolianna]

It's true. But i gotta say, i love seeing Ashley losing it around the sex therapist 😂😂😂 what a great episode!

[@quietestkitten]

Did anybody expect anything different?

[@BreanneWilliamson]

OK I know I'm in this episode but I'm also a Stan of this episode and the cuties (ash and Maddie) in it. Always so fun recording for the WHGS community and grateful to have this time to connect with Maddie (who is so awesome). Just feeling full of LOVE after watching this back.

[@ashgavs]

BRE! I promise to be a better friend and tell you who I’m dating (though hopefully this will be my last announcement) and not just dump all the info on you later on in a break up video

[@BreanneWilliamson]

LMAO

[@gmozzi5827]

i love seeing queer women win

[@hustler212]

We 👏🏽 all 👏🏽 do

[@SweetCarolineBAMBAMBAM]

I saw this at the beginning of the podcast and now that I'm at the end I'm tearing up❤🎉

[@AB7640]

💯☺️

[@Mustangladyme]

I live when they act like stupid ass's

[@RaeLarz]

I LOVE THAT MAIN MAIN IS JEN. And I also teared up when you said, "It's ok, because Jen is at home."

[@noahalexis3100]

Ashley saying that she loves Jen more than comedy made me cry so hard. I also would like that someone talks about me like that.

[@hustler212]

Yes... Isn't that what we all want... It was an emotional moment

[@td1574]

one of the most romantic things a person has ever said in the universe ong

[@cherry-or2rk]

Respect for the legit transparency Thanks for sharing your new joy Ashley! Also, mental health is extremely no joke, everyone is unique,my mom has always told me that therapy is a life long journey,agreed really matters myself,mental health is very

[@bej7784]

Ashley are you sure you didn’t just write the greatest love story and hero’s journey ever told and give it to us episodically because I can’t believe how beautifully this all is going

[@JuMixBoox]

You saying Bre is not the comedic one and her immediately having the perfect timing on "I don't know what a parasocial relationship is" and proving you wrong😂

[@DesertIslandDisk]

At the main-main reveal, Bre and I both had our jaws on the FLOOR Edit to include I’M SO HAPPY FOR YOU, ASHLEY!!

[@sha2424]

can i just say: pre reveal i was like "oh this'll be kinda nice. ashley will be able to share things from her life without worrying about revealing main main's identity. i dont personally have any opinions on what they will be like in any way but nice for her." me, post reveal: WAIT WHAT I HAVE SO MANY THOUGHTS THIS IS SO GREAT THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I DIDNT KNOW I WAS HOPING FOR!!!

[@alexgutter8509]

Same ! I didn't have any expectations but when Ashley announced it it literally blew my mind. I had to rewatch her whole segment in order to process it.

[@liamclarke64]

The next time Ashley, Maddie and Bre are together on this podcast, I hope it is an in-person episode.

[@hustler212]

Right? Exactly

[@alexafarber830]

i was about to send you hate mail if todays episode wasn’t the reveal. thank you ashley

[@MinoGamer58]

Why would Ashley lie to us? (In a sarcastic voice)

[@LaRocheSews]

I cried so many times during this episode holy shit I’m so happy for Ashley and Jen I relate to Maddie far too much. I’ve finally been coming to terms with the fact that I’m going to have to start correcting people on pronouns and as someone who finds it really hard to take up space in any way whatsoever, it’s terrifying Edit: please make this trio a regular thing this was fantastic

[@Magical_Hellmouth]

You basically said everything I wanted to say, so yes! This!!!!

[@abbyehrenstein2550]

I don’t know if this was an intentional aspect to the podcast but its been really amazing seeing Ashley help 3 different cohosts along on their gender journeys. Also, i was very surprised and not at all expecting the main main reveal.

[@a.morujo6073]

ashley you saying that you feel your life coming together at 35, the fact that you changed careers, every time you've talked about how your career started to pick up a bit later in life, etc. makes me feel so much better because a lot of your experiences are so relatable to me but i'm 27, so i'm still at the "start" of it (while also feeling too old for this lol) and seeing someone on the other side, seeing the light, being happy, is very encouraging, so thank you

[@padenlemons8563]

Before Maddie's story, I was thinking "I am loving Maddie in this episode!" Then after their story, I realized that they felt more themselves and really exuded confidence. I looooooved this episode so much. I watched for Main Main reveal (which I also totally predicted ;D), but I stayed for the friendship and love that all of y'all display for each other. I just loved it so much.

[@saggguy7]

INCOMING SPOILERS FOR THIS EPISODE When you and jen broke up i remember thinking “it’s not over for them” - like your relationship was clearly so wholesome and caring and loving, whether you guys ended up together or ended up being good friends or whatever - it was so clear that the connection you had would last forever on some level. jaw literally hit the floor when you announced it. I broke up and got back together with my life partner over the last few years as well and that healthy time apart brings you back better than ever. congrats dude, looking forward to seeing you in buffalo next week ❤️

[@lyndseyglasko5571]

When I got the text reveal I screamed "it's Jen!?!" Such a great way to know that Ashley gets to love her person ❤ I'm so glad you guys can be together again

[@Roxy5322]

Ashley's reaction to Maddie's news was my reaction also 😂

[@kaiya2472]

I had a strong feeling it was Jen by what you always would say “is afraid of commitment” or even just her being comfortable with you telling stories about your sex life. It gave off the feeling we had at the very least seen this person on the podcast before. I’m so happy for y’all. 🎉❤

[@denitsadragieva1072]

I have always known that Ashley and Jen would eventually end up together! I am really happy for you both! ❤

[@alexl.9224]

I’m a trans nb viewer and this ep has given me so much warmth and comfort today I truly cannot hype this pod up enough you guys have no idea the amount of healing you bring to everyone ❤

[@noahalexis3100]

Maddie and Ashley having this supportive Coming Out talk is everything and I love them hugging!

[@spriddlez]

I'm not sure what order these are filmed in and I know the main-main reveal is huge news but I just want to give all the love to Maddie for their gender journey. They were so cute and sweet and I just wanted to give them a big hug. Congratz on no longer asking permission to be who you are

[@lunar_pixie_]

i cried so much watching this i’m so so happy for ashley and jen 😭💕

[@mobius1082]

Spoiler pls!

[@thewillow3457]

@@mobius1082 dont stare at the damn comments when watching something, attention seeker

[@hustler212]

I know... My eyes teared up when Ashey [ ASHLEY !!] got emotional...

[@alexgutter8509]

I know Maddie doesn't read the comments but I just wanted to say I'm so happy for them. Sending them all the love and kindness !!

[@maanihunt]

Yes bri and maddie! I get so excited when either of them are on, I always laugh so hard when either of them cohost. Also yes please make this trio regular

[@ElysianAngel3000]

Yes a regular thing!

[@hustler212]

Maddie brings the innocent laugh... Like she doesn't even try and she is funny... Bri is the professional one, she regulates the conversation with important topics.

[@jaccrossan810]

“when I’m scared of using [the term trans] it’s coming from a place of fear. But when I’m w anting to use it, it’s coming from a place of love and joy” I related so hard to Maddie when they said that ❤ 56:25

[@greenneonchick4177]

What a great episode. Bre and Maddie should totally be in more episodes together in the future

[@RaeLarz]

"It just feels like dreams come true..." ASHHHH. my gay heart can't take all these heartwarming statements. but yes, I can, I'm so fucking happy for you

[@MrDwinstead]

Eight months ago, I watched an episode titled "Interviewing My Ex-Girlfriend". One of my favorites, btw, and I commented "This gave me a lot of feels. This affection and connection you two have for each other, even at what you call a friends level, is more than so many couples I know. Beautiful." She put on your makeup while you interviewed her. I cried watching that. I wept with joy watching this when you said it was Jen. This is a perfect love story. Thank you for sharing this with us all. It matters. I encourage everyone to rewatch that episode. Love you both.

[@justAiose]

Ashley, don't feel the need to apologize for crying ever! No matter if they're happy or sad tears, that's okay, totally healthy and only makes you more human in the eyes of the viewer

[@ihatemickiegee]

I WAS NOTTTTT EXPECTING THIS. I WAS LITERALLY EXPECTING YOU TO SAY FLETCHER BEFORE [person i won’t spoil for early comment readers] OH MY GOD i’m so happy for you ok uhmmm EDIT: never heard someone talk about their s/o so meaningfully; i would be bawling if i were jen. you are such an incredible partner & i’m so glad home is a safe space for you now & that the stage isn’t your only comfort zone anymore

[@buuh7592]

not fletcher sbrsgbhbdf what

[@ihatemickiegee]

@@buuh7592 that’s the point 😂😂

[@buuh7592]

@@ihatemickiegee it made me laugh so thanks

[@ShadesOfMisery]

This is so fuckin' wholesome. From a cis dude who likes to consider himself an ally, queer joy is so nice to see! The world is awful a lot of the time, but these little enclaves of acceptance and support are so inspiring and give me a lot of hope for the future.

[@AB7640]

This is the most wholesome content ever. So happy for Ashley and Jen, and Maddie, and hell, Bre too. I dare you not to smile while you listen/watch!

[@AB7640]

Bri? Bre? I’ll go google.

[@sing2mesmile4me93]

I loved how raw and real and supportive this episode was. It was comforting to the community. It was so so relatable no matter where each of us are on our journey

[@009ehawk]

💩😂 This episode is so wholesome. I love how Ashley’s voice and body language change when she talks about Jen. I love Maddie’s coming out to themself and taking up space And Bre is the friend we all wish we had to support us.

[@Buttercupisabel]

I love family episodes! It would be great to have Kate and Gara back as guests. They are both so hilarious

[@heywhatupitsash7389]

Did not expect to be crying 25 min in but you got me. So happy you've found your person Ashley. It makes me hopeful ❤

[@tiffanyinman987]

I don’t want to be a bummer but since you asked for people to comment, I figured I would comment. I recently lost my dog and watching this podcast is bringing me so much comfort. I’m glad it’s here and I’m grateful for you.

[@emynemy5821]

I'm so happy for Maddie ❤️ I came out as nonbinary a year ago and I still have trouble taking up space and giving myself permission to be myself. What a meaningful and lovely conversation. Thank you all you beautiful humans ❤️

[@stephtaylor6292]

Ashley!!! ❤️😭 I am fully crying. I am so happy for you, and Jen! Always loved you two together. This reveal is like the best plot twist of the year! So so effing happy for you and her both! You deserve all of this happiness and I'm just so glad you found each other! ❤️❤️❤️ I dont know why, but watching your dreams come true is also making me feel like dreams can come true too! Thankyou.

[@raquel8780]

I love this trio energy, and how wholesome and lighthearted funny everything was! Love Bre and Maddie, y'all should film together once in a while again

[@arice9695]

Ashley’s relationship journey gives me hope. And Maddie’s confidence coming into bloom is very touching and inspiring. Very happy for you both!

[@jomcpheeberlin1416]

Super sweet vulnerable episode. I am sure most listeners were also having teary moments. Happy for you all x

[@GnomieTheHomie]

Ashley, I'm so happy for you with your relationship and taping your special! And as a 24 year old AFAB non-binary person who's also a people-pleaser, I relate to Maddie's gender journey so much, and I'm so happy that they're accepting themself and giving themself permission to be who they are. I just started my first real professional job a few weeks ago, and it's so scary doing little stuff like putting my pronouns on my email signature, because I'm terrified people will misunderstand and look down on me. Seeing Maddie do it gives me more confidence to keep being myself ❤

[@Hkggfthj]

This took me on a whole journey of validating how much labor, time, energy, and pain is involved in navigating being trans. Thank you Maddie for being so vulnerable in sharing your experiences as they're happening and thank you Ashley for being a loving and supportive ally!! It's deeply healing to witness these moments ❤

[@eowyns4181]

I am so happy for you Maddie!!! You can almost see the weight lifted off your shoulders, you are absolutely radiant in this episode! Ashley, you talking about Jen makes me tear up every time. You look so happy and that really makes my day! Bre, I always love your episodes and you make me laugh so hard, your humor gets me every time! Also, chosen family gang: 💩

[@clarissaflores7327]

This is it. This is the single greatest episode of this podcast (yet). Even though I knew who main main was because of the Instagram reveal (12/10 for the marketing on that Ashley), hearing this story and how you have such honesty and sincere care for each other blew me away. Also, I’ve been a fan of this podcast for years, but I listen to this show religiously every Monday because I love hearing Maddie’s gender journey. I am also reckoning with my own gender identity, but hearing someone else going through this feeling of imposter syndrome and needing to ask for permission JUST TO BE YOURSELF was so hard hitting that I had to pause the episode on Spotify just so I could watch on here. I feel so seen. This parasocial relationship had helped me immensely. I love you guys so much. Thank you for being such amazing and open internet friends. Going to go cry with joy and listen to this episode on repeat 50,000 times. ❤

[@britlynvincent6836]

Seeing Ashley get emotion is so beautiful. Showing her be so vulnerable. It’s so inspiring. I’m so happy for her

[@dunnotck1]

I was riding my bicycle when I heard the main main reveal. I rode a good kilometer with my mouth open in awe.

[@someonesomehow379]

this is one of the most wholesome episodes ever :')

[@becauseidontknow4134]

This episode hit me directly in my heart. (I watched it on patreon already). I also love Maddies sharing corner of this episode! Seeing them grow and blossom is just so nice 💗 (this episode made me post my first comment on here). So thank you both (or all three) for making me laugh, even when I’m having a hard time 💗🫶🏻

[@Hello_Spaceboy]

I know I'm being a spaz and commenting on all of your videos (I'm playing catch up) but I just had to say I am beyond happy for you. Watching this made my heart explode

[@shaunaisazombie]

I remember watching the interviewing your ex video and thinking "this is the least platonic thing I have ever seen between exes"

[@Lolo_Schmidt]

I know this is 2 months old but omg I’m so thrilled for you Ashley!! You said just the sweetest things about Jen. ❤❤❤❤

[@Marmuscle]

I’ve never cared so much about something on the internet in my life I’m so happy for you and Jen

[@beebopbug]

its so powerful to me to hear about your love and success and happiness, its so hard to envision/conceptualize our futures as queers as having a chance of being fulfilling when we have no examples to go off of bc so many of our queer elders were affected by HIV/AIDS. it's really great to know and be able to see with our own eyes a real chance that things could work out for us, too.

[@ThatGirlShelbyy]

I’ve been waiting for what feels like weeks since you announced you would be revealing main main/main babes ☺️ everyone is so happy for you 🎉

[@vthib]

The way my jaw dropped when main main was revealed 💜 So glad I didn't read the comments before watching. I had stopped watching on KZbin since signing up for Patreon, so this is me coming back with my comment for the Al Gore Ithm to let you know that I'm going to be "watching" on YT as well now for the engagement. I'm already on the text list but you're right I'm not very great with comments on YT so I'm going to change that especially leading up to the special drop. Looking forward to watching the premiere live on every device I have and putting it on repeat for a couple days. :)

[@Summer-jy1my]

We're so happy you found her!💕

[@bilong92]

I am so happy for you and I don't know how I knew it but i KNEW IT

[@ihatemickiegee]

Maddie’s gender reveal… Ashley’s girlfriend reveal… Bre’s gen-z relationship matrix revelation and advisory discussion… Fantastic episode guys _(i’m not straight but i say guys for everyone sry. plus i live in chicagoland area where folks is a gang haha so unless i’m hanging out with the friends of mine who claim it or unless i’m around people i KNOW claim nothing, i try to avoid using the term lmao)_

[@internalfugue16]

ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh this ep was just heartwarmingggggg ashley and jen, it's so lovely to hear about a healthy relationship and how that feels from the inside, and the part about openness creating more openness was really interesting so great to have bre and maddie together, would love one of these every few weeks, there's great chemistry and balance here. and damn, bre was so funny today! and maddie! omg maybe this is too parasocial but I feel honoured to be in an audience where everyone is helping create that safe space to explore and come to realizations and for you to take up some damn space, that is so frickin cool. I'm really grateful ashley brought it up about the permission thing, think that could be a useful thing to think about in my own life. it was really insightful what you said about if it's coming from fear or love. so much love to you all! xoxo

[@vh2160]

I have to be super gay for a moment and just say I appreciate the effort you've put in to do this the right way for you, you've really shown a lot of care and respect towards yourself and main-main throughout the last few months and I think that's so awesome to see. Feeling very happy for you both!

[@JkenzieG]

This was a wonderful episode (as usual). But I especially resonate with Maddie's Sharing Corner. It can be so stressful trying to navigate our identities, trying to find labels that fit, trying to make sense of how things feel and who we are. Being able to give ourselves permission to just exist is SO important, whichever way we end up presenting ourselves.

[@bej7784]

You don’t understand I made my husband clock out of work so I could tell him about this and cry. We’re so happy ❤❤❤

[@sarahm7086]

ASHLEYYYYY, made me cry while talking about your relationship. Happy for you both!

[@a-morgan-l]

In my heart I knew who main-main was from the way Ashley was referring to her and the upcoming reveal in the last episode. Super happy to hear that things are going so well! (Also reading the comments I'm surprised more people didn't expect it, Ashley know that you weren't that slick!)

[@taramok6056]

Hahaha I called it too xD

[@joriemitchell2069]

Maddy talking about it being scary to leave the male gaze is something I think a lot of afab people have to face and love that they mentioned that!

[@remi2103]

I relate to Maddie's gender journey sooooo heavily - I also first cane out as nonbinary in 7th or 8th grade, but haven't truly been out since, until this year I went to a trans support group eventhough I felt I wasn't supposed to and everyone there was so welcoming and loving. I do still struggle being public with it, but I definitely feel like I'm on my way again!

[@laine80]

I’ve never been in an open relationship, but when Ashley said that part about having a little crush on someone else, it occurred to me that you feel free to share things like that, you would probably truly feel free to be yourself and share everything. What a beautiful thing. I’m so happy for you!! ♥️

[@benjulesrun9057]

the number of times ashley has been like "yeah she was the love of my fucking life but what are you gonna do 🤷" can anyone really be that shocked

[@lpickman8514]

Discovering Ashley's channel, shorts and all, has been the highlight of my weekend. Much Love.

[@randomripoff123]

i'm so happy it's jen, this is just wonderful. and now i'm just thinking abt all the references to the various things y'all did and the little stories you've been dropping here and there. the wedding date! the vacation! good god. lol and augh we should've known when you were talking abt the open relationship and then having that conversation together abt actually being for real committed to each other. that's just so awesome, i'm so happy for you. also despite the fact that many heartfelt things have been shared and many tears have been shed on this podcast, i haven't really cried along until this episode. i love how happy you are, ash, and nothing gets me like someone else's overwhelming joy and contentment and being brimming with love and happiness abt it. ☺💜 also should've known it was her since the Reveal was gonna be a Whole Thing i was like "oh man so it has to be somebody we'd know? probably? unless you're just inviting her onto the podcast for fun to introduce her?" ANYWAY hindsight. lol but that's just so wonderful & i'll keep saying it! lol

[@limarobin1]

I loved this episode! I love when Bre was like “No, this is what matters.” In our hectic lives, we should remember that our significant others, family, and friends are what really matters.

[@user-sw7ru6tk6e]

the parasocial relationship is STRONG if im literally crying like sobbing over this announcement

[@kimberlydidia39]

Bre! Always great to see you part of the pod! This was a really great episode. Really like the vibe between you three and welcome back, Jen! Can’t wait to hear of your adventures and know who Ashley is talking about!!

[@bethanynelson6257]

Maddie n Bre trio ‘every few weeks’!!! YES please 💙

[@sergbastian5]

Ashley I've been following you for only a couple weeks but I'm so grateful for your voice. You make me happy on cloudy days. Can I just say, i never think you need to apologize for being emotional. I'm such an empath and trying to explain emotional pain or joy is such an important thing in my life. The shitty thing is, a lot of people don't care what we feel. It took taking meds and going to therapy to really get my emotional expectations in check. Im so happy for your journey and that you promote therapeutic help, because I know I needed it. Happy to be following you and can't wait to see you in Boston!!

[@robynweyeneth1531]

Yay for Bre AND Maddie!!!

[@truthseekercanada]

Stoked for you, Ashley. With all the laughs youve provided for me, im SO glad youre getting some happiness.

[@hannarutcarlsson6342]

THE WHOLESOMEST OF EPISODES I had to pause to tell my flatmate about Ashley and Jen. They had never heard of any of them before and absolutely did not care but were very happy for me and my parasocial enjoyment.

[@ZiyaB90]

This Whole episode was Awesome ! 😊 And seeing Ashley be So accepting of Maddie was absolutely Sweet and Heartwarming. Love You Ashley! 💜

[@JuMixBoox]

It's wild how much I relate to Maddie's story. I just very recently let myself fully identify as agender after having ticked the "none"-box in the gender section of surveys for years and probably would have answered this if actually questioned about gender (I remember liking that Vi Hart video on gender so much when it was uploaded because it put my experience into words), but it was such a revelation. Ironically, it came about when I was talking to a friend about how there are four legal genders here, men, women, other and none, and it should soon be allowed to self declare (I had been waiting on this new law since it was announced years ago to get rid of my gender legally) and he said he didn't believe anyone could live in our world and not have a gender. It was a great thought experiment that really solidified that I don't relate to gender in that way. I came out to my best friend somewhat spontaneously and it was so sweet and she asked for pronouns and nouns (we went through all the bros and dudes) and I didn't expect that and it was so huge and also so tiny because I had sent her texts on getting roses on international Women's Day and dying my moustache so she for sure wasn't surprised. I now want to donate my hair (I literally had a note saying how it deserves to make someone happy), get a buzz cut and dye it rainbow. That's the next step. Why am I crying, Maddie? What are you doing to me?

[@yohananbadgardener]

Thank you so much for sharing! It’s a really hard thing trusting people on the internet

[@fromalko]

I'm so happy for you Ashley. That's so wholesome and heartwarming to see you found your 'home'

[@arielniccole901]

Ash, it was so sweet listening to you talk about you and your lady. I'm so happy for you! Enjoy your love, and thank you for sharing that with us. You deserve it ❤️

[@jeanettepumpkinpie]

(spoilers ahead) I recently rewatched the video where you interviewed your ex gf because I’m just so obsessed with your dynamic and because of all the love & chemistry between the two of you! Whenever you would mention main main in older eps, I would always think to myself, “damn I wonder who main main is, it’s difficult to imagine someone who is as fitting and perfect for you as Jen.” So now I’m beyond excited and happy to find out it’s Jen!!! Thank you for sharing your journey with us, it is beautiful to witness

[@alexgutter8509]

YAYYYY another Belgian person !! Hope you have a happy queer week !

[@daynaelse9192]

Your English teacher most certainly isn’t wonky, you really needn’t apologise! From an ESL teacher x

[@mosphere358]

Such a fun, supportive, loving and funny episode. I'm typing to feed the algorithm 💩💖

[@mariannetfinches]

Awww, this was such a sweet episode. Bre & Maddie are both sucha riot 😊 I started smiling during the intro. It's so lovely to see people happy Edit - that plant noise was pure filth. Tysm 😂🪴

[@faeriesandrainbows]

Awww! I was hoping Main Main was Jen. Congrats, Ashley! 💖 And congrats to Maddie for their insight! 💖 What a great episode, and so nice to have Bree here for it!

[@kenziewenzieasmr9800]

I’m so excited for this episode, I love Maddie and Bre so I already know this is gonna be a good one 😊

[@lindsaykill1702]

Here to comment YES to the Bre-Maddie-Ashley trio host idea!!

[@Emgolds]

I love Bre as a co host!

[@何凤眠]

one of the best episodes yet! so happy for Ashley and Jen! and also grateful for Maddie’s vulnerability💜💜

[@HLBMhan4]

This is such an amazing episode! I’m so happy for Ashley and Maddie and it’s what they both shared today. It’s great having Bre and Maddie on together. I value what Maddie shared today so much and they’ve helped me a lot by sharing their thoughts around their gender and also the way their working on creating the body that affirms them. It’s given me a whole new healthy way to think about myself! Love all of you and the pod ❤

[@avantikakulkarni5971]

I have never been happier for another person. Ashley and Jen, I wish you both the world and more ❤

[@TheVioletMaze]

I saw Ashley at West Palm and I did not stop laughing the ENTIRE time. I can't wait to see the special!! I loved this episode. So heart warming. The ASMR at the end had me cracking up.

[@BiggerinRealLife]

Yayyyyyy Maddie! I know they never read these, but Ashley I hope you'll convey this to them. Maddie, I cried when you talked about feeling settled in your body today. That's how I felt sitting in my doctor's office after I decided to write down "non-binary they/she" instead of "female" for my gender. I'd only been feeling it out for a while, and something about putting it on official forms was, like, super scary. But as soon as I did and my doctor came in and read it I felt this huge weight lifted off of me. I like to think of it as me feeling the shedding of societal expectations. The weight of the male gaze, the internalized fear of never being enough of anything, all of that in a moment, gone. I felt like me. I'm so proud for you, and so happy you came to this place of acceptance of yourself. You deserve to be who you are, be proud of who you are, and take up space. Bravo, queer sibling. I'm rooting for you.