Wait, that's not fair! Sports have never been fair!! Lizzy and Ciara are joined by Dr. Erica Tibbets, a lecturer at Smith College, to discuss USRowing's Gender Inclusion Policy & dispel the myth of fairness in sport. They discuss the recent articles that bash USRowing's policy, which is progressive in its openness to racing under your chosen gender, and explore the nuances of power dynamics around gender in sport. The trio discuss the transphobia that pervades these articles and the importance of youth sport having a development-focused approach rather than a "win at all costs" mentality ..read more

Lizzy and Ciara explore their shifting identities around self, gender, and sport along with guest host Alex Defuso (yes, the one Ciara has mentioned no less than 10 times in past episodes). Alex shares her experience with being misgendered as a masc presenting woman, and dives into her complex relationship with rowing that was caused by the loss of her Senior season in 2020. Pandemic kids, you'll want to give this one a listen, you may find some comfort in knowing you're not the only one out there who struggled. Lizzy shares her shifting identity with a new career step away from Rowing World ..read more

Lizzy & Ciara are joined by the one and only Jess Jackson, the current DEI Associate at USRowing and A+ human being. Jess shares her path to rowing (s/o to her fiancé for the job spot!) and her vision of the future of our sport, as well as a couple of laughs here and there. Jess' story is one of our favorites so far; someone so committed to making our sport a better place, having never done it, is someone special in our book. As always Lizzy & Ciara round out the episode exploring Jess' sexual awakening movie character (you'll never guess who) and her favorite + least favorite rowing e ..read more

"Hi, my name is Jay, I'm a coxswain on a collegiate men's rowing team, and..." You've likely heard this intro to a TikTok on your FYP (if you haven't, get a better fyp). That's right, folks, Lizzy & Ciara are joined by the one and only Jay, a coxswain on a men's rowing team known for their iconic TikToks around our sport, their wholesome team, and incredible listing capabilities. Jay's TikToks have jolted rowing into the mainstream, reaching audiences well out of our little world and exploring the role of the coxswain to those who have literally no idea how to even begin spelling that word ..read more

Lizzy & Ciara are joined by Chicago Rowing Union's Simone Azure, a badass Masters athlete who continues to inspire the next generation of rowers. As one of the only 2 LGBTQ+ rowing clubs in the country, CRU serves their community and unites athletes from across the existence spectrum while honoring their intersectionality. Simone tells stories of her favorite regatta mishaps, including a particularly harrowing HOCR experience. You won't want to miss this! Learn more about CRU at their website: https://www.chicagorowingunion.org/ Follow CRU on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chicagoro ..read more

Are you ready to deep dive into gay rowing culture? Too, bad. We're doing it anyway! Welcome to The Gay Ergos Podcast - where we'll explore all things rowing and queer (sometimes related, sometimes not). Buckle up for this wild ride with hosts Lizzy Houston and Ciara O'Sullivan as they introduce themselves, share their coming out experiences, and begin to barely unpack some of their own experiences in the rowing world as queer womxn. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

HAPPY PRIDE EVERYONE! To celebrate Pride Month Lizzy & Ciara are highlighting the LGBTQ+ rowing clubs in the US - DC Strokes & Chicago Rowing Union. This episode features the interim President of DC Strokes, Phillip Carlisle. Phillip shares the history and importance of the LGBTQ+ community rowing space and talks about their premier event of the year, the Stonewall Regatta. Winning wine for first place? Say less. Phillip also shares the club's current stance on USRowing's choice in hosting both Youth and Masters Nationals in Florida, which is currently targeting the LGBTQ+ community th ..read more

Close friend of the pod Meg Combs join Ciara and Lizzy to share their experience in rowing world. We discuss neurodivergence in sport, trauma-informed coaching, and how the characteristics of junior HS boys are shockingly similar to those of collegiate female rowers. This is not one to miss, folks, as Meg and Lizzy reveal their true love once-upon-a-time crushes to each other towards the end #spoileralert? Follow us on instagram @coxlessqueer See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

An episode drop on a Monday morning? That's Spring racing season for yah. Lizzy & Ciara welcome friend of the pod Chloe Lewis to join them in exploring the difficulties of transitioning out of collegiate sport, the changes our bodies endure, and athlete identity. This is an academic one, folks, so hang on for the ride and enjoy some research-based discussions. Send some good vibes out there for Ciara to get an A on this (it's her final project for her Sport Psychology class). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

From the COVID cave, Lizzy dabbled with editing the pod. In this episode, Ciara and Lizzy explore your dying question, "Should I really date my teammate?" The answer may surprise you! Also discussed, mental health and the importance of awareness as NCAA coaches and your favorite queer outfitters, Subaru and Carhartt. Honorable mention, Blundstones. In the wake of recent events, please seek help if you or a loved one is struggling. You are worth it and we want you here. #19 ♥️ https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 800-273-8255 or 988 Other resources from today's episode: How Propaganda Works ..read more