Episodes

July 2, 2024

109. Queens Slayin', Haters Prayin': A Drag-tacular Showcase (with Bev, Philly’s Queen of Comedy)

Throughout LGBTQ+ history, drag has held an essential role as a form of expression, resistance, and solidarity, offering a platform for self-discovery and challenging societal norms. From fighting back in the Stonewall Riots ...

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June 25, 2024

108. Celebrate Queer Joy

Despite the rainbows and parades, Pride tends to remind the LGBTQ+ people of the systemic oppression queer communities have faced, highlighting the ongoing journey toward true equality. Amidst this struggle, it's crucial to e...

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June 18, 2024

107. Kiss & Release (with Anthony DiPietro)

Poetry serves as a rich medium where the intersecting identities of gay men, encompassing aspects of sexuality, gender, race, class, and more, intertwine to craft narratives that reflect the multifaceted experiences and persp...

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June 11, 2024

106. Long Live Queer Nightlife (with Amin Ghaziani)

In previous episodes, we discussed how the shifting dynamics of gayborhoods and dating app culture have impacted queer nightlife. While the closure of traditional gay bars might be viewed by some as a cause for concern, it fo...

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June 4, 2024

105. The Pride Divide (with Tyrell Brown)

In previous episodes, we discussed the origins of Pride and the importance of continuing to stand up for equality. However, members of the LGBTQ+ community debate the meaning, purpose, and execution of modern-day Pride celebr...

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May 28, 2024

104. The Castro Clone Wars

Following the Stonewall Riots, San Francisco’s Castro District gained a reputation for its relative openness and soon emerged as a gay haven. During the 1970s and 1980s, a group of predominantly white, masculine-presenting ga...

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May 21, 2024

103. A Pulse Check on LGBTQ+ Healthcare (with Max Austin)

Healthcare promotes the wellbeing of individuals and fosters societal resilience by addressing health challenges, preventing diseases, and providing essential medical support. However, marginalized communities, such as the LG...

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May 14, 2024

102. Let's Normalize Being Single and Happy

Societal pressures surrounding marriage often fuel negative perceptions of being single, creating undue stress and stigma for those who haven't followed traditional relationship paths. Meanwhile, gay men may encounter challen...

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May 7, 2024

101. Sci-Fi: The Future is Queer (with TQ Sims)

Inclusive representation in various literary genres offers LGBTQ+ people a sense of visibility, validation, and connection as they see their experiences authentically mirrored, which fosters a more affirming narrative for rea...

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April 30, 2024

100. Best Little Boys in the World: It's Time to Grow Up

Gay men often grapple with perfectionism, navigating societal expectations and internalized standards that can intensify the pursuit of an idealized self-image. Known as the Best Little Boy in the World archetype, some gay me...

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April 23, 2024

99. Coming Out Later in Life (with Kevin O’ Connor)

In previous episodes, we discussed the importance of coming out, which is a deeply personal and pivotal moment for LGBTQ+ individuals. And while living openly can empower us to be our authentic selves, a number of complex fac...

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April 16, 2024

98. Dear Netflix: Stop Cancelling Our Queer Shows

Today, authentic LGBTQ+ representation in TV is more important than ever since it reflects the community's diverse experiences, fosters a sense of inclusivity, challenges stereotypes, and provides meaningful representation th...

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April 9, 2024

97. Diversifying Queer Horror Cinema (with Jose Nateras)

In previous episodes, we discussed the history of gay representation in TV and film and roadblocks LGBTQ+ actors encounter in Hollywood, with gay characters continuing to be portrayed by straight actors. While representation ...

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April 2, 2024

96. Should You Swipe Left on Gay Dating Apps?

From early chatrooms of the 90s to geolocation apps in the 2010s, gay men have been considered to be early adopters of online dating. While today's gay dating apps offer unprecedented convenience for gay men to connect within...

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March 26, 2024

95. Take a Page from #GayBookstagram (with Rod Lujano)

Inclusive representation in literature offers LGBTQ+ people a sense of visibility, validation, and connection as they see their experiences authentically mirrored, which fosters a more inclusive narrative for readers. While i...

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March 19, 2024

94. Girl, Please: Say No to People-Pleasing

The fine line between genuine kindness and people-pleasing can pose a challenge, as the latter may lead to sacrificing one's own needs, compromising authenticity, and fostering unhealthy dependencies in relationships. But gay...

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March 12, 2024

93. Unlock Financial Freedom (with David & John Auten-Schneider)

In today's complex and rapidly changing landscape of economic uncertainty and unexpected global events, comprehensive financial planning is more crucial yet intricate than ever. But for gay men, navigating resilient financial...

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March 5, 2024

92. Metrosexual Madness

The term "metrosexual" emerged in the mid-1990s, coined to describe a new wave of urban, fashion-forward men who embraced grooming, fashion, and a heightened sense of personal style, challenging traditional masculinity. Howev...

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Feb. 27, 2024

91. Fat and Fabulous: Embrace Body Positivity (with Matthew Simko)

For years, society’s sense of body image has been negatively affected by standards that often perpetuate unrealistic ideals and contribute to the prevalence of negative body image perceptions. Some gay men grapple with an add...

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Feb. 20, 2024

90. The UpStairs Lounge Arson Attack

On Sunday, June 24, 1973, a gay bar in New Orleans was intentionally set ablaze, killing 32 people and injuring another 15. Fifty years later, despite ample evidence, no arrests have ever been made. In this episode, we’re tak...

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Feb. 13, 2024

89. Beyond the Brawn: Redefining Queer Masculinity (with Erick DuPree)

Societal perceptions of masculinity are often rooted in traditional and restrictive norms, which can pressure gay men to conform to stereotypical ideals, leading to internalized homophobia, feelings of inadequacy, and a dimin...

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Feb. 6, 2024

88. Reparent Your Daddy Issues

Daddy issues is a colloquial term often used to stigmatize psychological or emotional challenges that may arise in an individual's life due to a perceived absence, neglect, or strained relationship with their father. Some gay...

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Jan. 30, 2024

87. Breaking the Binary (with Travis McMaster)

Within the many letters of the LGBTQ+ spectrum, non-binary individuals embrace identities outside the traditional binary of male or female, challenging societal norms and fostering a more diverse understanding of gender. Ofte...

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Jan. 23, 2024

86. Turn Off Your Code-Switching

Gay men sometimes shift between different modes of expression, including language, behavior, or mannerisms, to navigate between their authentic identity and societal expectations or contexts related to their sexual orientatio...

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