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Oliver Warley joins us for a Pride Month discussion! Oliver is the Head of Video at PinkNews (one of the largest LGBT+ news providers out there) and produces Pink News' Queer Catch Up on Snapchat! Where much like us he shares positive news stories lighten up our day. Today we discuss the importance of positive news in an otherwise serious climate of journalism and media content.PinkNews is raising vital funds for refugees displaced by the war in Ukraine through our LGBTQ+ Refugees Welcome campaign. Donate today.Follow Pink New's Pride For All programme here!Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter. Let us know your thoughts on the episode on socials, we love to hear from listeners!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are so happy to introduce Kodo Nishimura to Queer Talk! Kodo is a Buddhist monk, make-up artist and LGBTQ+ advocate. Kodo has been featured on Queer Eye Japan and has recently published his book This Monk Wears Heels. Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter. Let us know your thoughts on the episode on socials, we love to hear from listeners!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The powerhouse that is Sheena Carmichael is back on Queer Talk to discuss our latest good news round-up. Sheena is a producer from National Student Pride held in London each year and a senior events manager with a wide-ranging portfolio included LGBTQ+ events and advises on our very own Queer Talk Live Shows!Article 1: Heartstopper Netflix Show based on Graphic Novel of the same name by author Alice OsemanArticle 2: People are writing moving letters to trans kids to show them being trans is a 'gift' (#Letters4TransKids)Article 3: Juno Dawson: Doctor Who was queer long before Russell T DaviesFollow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter. Let us know your thoughts on the episode on socials, we love to hear from listeners!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Drag Race winner Jinkx Monsoon and the multitalented musician Major Scales join Queer Talk to discuss life, death and the haunting after. You can catch the duo on their UK tour of new stage show ‘Together Again, Again!'Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter. Let us know your thoughts on the episode on socials, we love to hear from listeners!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

LGBTQ+ social activist and writer Phil Samba joins us this week to discuss his experience of living with ADHD and difficulties seeking a diagnosis. Phil works with Team Prepster a charitable organisation which raises awareness for PrEP for queer men of colour #PrEP4QueerMenOfColourArticle 1: Germany gives proudly queer MP crucial government role defending LGBT+ rights and fighting hateArticle 2: Dolphins have functional clitorises they use in lesbian sex, according to scienceADHD Resources: ADDitude MagFollow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter. Let us know your thoughts on the episode on socials, we love to hear from listeners!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Listen to us fan girl as we sit down with Asifa Lahore! Asifa is Britain's First Out Muslim Drag Queen. We take a look back on her career from starting out in Drag Idol to her very own nights at Disco Rani in London. We also get an insight into Pakistani' queer culture and ask whether British Muslims are more accepting of their LGBTQ+ siblings than before.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter. Let us know your thoughts on the episode on socials, we love to hear from listeners!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

New year, new season! Our third season kicks off with Joshua Wells joining Spencer & Mufseen to talk about recent developments in PrEP treatment. Josh is a pharmacist and the clinical lead at LVNDR Health, an LGBTQ+ sexual health company aiming to reduce inequalities and increase access to sexual healthcare.Article 1: Sex shop for people surviving cancer is proudly 'super queer'Article 2: Tokyo to recognise same-sex partnerships in huge step towards equalityArticle 3: FDA Approves First Injectable Treatment for HIV Pre-Exposure PreventionFollow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter. Let us know your thoughts on the episode on socials, we love to hear from listeners!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Part Two: In our fourth Queer Talk Live show we sit down with two gorgeous musicians and artists in London join us on stage! Foxgluvv is an unapologetically queer DIY pop artist bringing us mellow tunes and gorgeous outfits. Jason Kwan is a non-binary singer songwriter and drag artist bring drama to the stage as they deliver fierce performances.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter!HUGE thank you to Above the Stag Theatre - remember to support your local LGBTQ+ venues!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Part One: In our fourth Queer Talk Live show two gorgeous musicians and artists in London join us on stage! Foxgluvv is an unapologetically queer DIY pop artist bringing us mellow tunes and gorgeous outfits. Jason Kwan is a non-binary singer songwriter and drag artist bring drama to the stage as they deliver fierce performances.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter!HUGE thank you to Above the Stag Theatre - remember to support your local LGBTQ+ venues!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Part Two: In our third Queer Talk Live show two of the most talented drag artists in London join us on stage! Beau Jangles is a suave Drag King from the 1940s here to redefine masculinity in the most stylish way. Carrot is the producer of The Enby Show and everyone's favourite drag vegetable!Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter!HUGE thank you to Above the Stag Theatre - remember to support your local LGBTQ+ venues!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Part One: In our third Queer Talk Live show two of the most talented drag artists in London join us on stage! Beau Jangles is a suave Drag King from the 1940s here to redefine masculinity in the most stylish way. Carrot is the producer of The Enby Show and everyone's favourite drag vegetable!Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter!HUGE thank you to Above the Stag Theatre - remember to support your local LGBTQ+ venues!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our second Queer Talk Live show we invite the boys from You Don't Love Me Podcast to the stage to share their insights as a gay married south asian couple. Including a special performance and comedy from Bradford bad girl, Lady Bushra! Full performance and interview recorded live at Above The Stag Theatre in September 2021.Follow the YDLM Boys and Lady Bushra on InstagramFollow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter!HUGE thank you to Above the Stag Theatre - remember to support your local LGBTQ+ venues!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're going LIVE! Spencer & Mufseen are bringing you a 4-part mini-series of Queer Talk Live! In the first instalment they're joined by drag artist and non-binary deity Virgin X! Full performance and interview recorded live at Above The Stag Theatre in June 2021.Follow Virgin X (@virgin_x) and listen on music streaming platformsFollow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter!HUGE thank you to Above the Stag Theatre (www.abovethestag.org.uk) - remember to support your local LGBTQ+ venues!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to World Pride 2021! Mufseen & Spencer talk to Anna Tenfält (Managing Director) ahead of this year's celebrations in Copenhagen & Malmö. In this episode Anna highlights the importance of balancing celebration and fight at the heart of all Pride events.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're honoured to be joined by Amy Redmond & Lo Lo No who have been bringing queer joy to Margate in Kent for over 5 years now. We discuss the importance of grassroots prides and how art & creativity is at the forefront of Margate Pride celebrations. Happy Pride!Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Spencer & Mufseen sit down and talk about everything they've been up to since Season 2. Queer Talk's first live show in London and our west-end debut! The launch of Glass House a new queer space in East London. Spencer's first experiences of drag in real life! We pack a lot into this special episode! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Listen to Aisha Shaibu and Lexie Lenoir as they join Queer Talk for a fun episode to round off season 2! In this episode we cover Love and Rage as UK Black Pride's theme for 2021 alongside a multitude of the pairs' ventures including their travel blog Queer Nomads, unique activities with Moonlight Experiences and the light they bring to UKBP. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Digital creative and founder of Quazar Magazine, the one and only Charlie Long is here! In our good news round-up we celebrate Drag Queen Story Hour and discuss the casting of the new The Danish Girl musical. Later, Charlie tells us more about the beginnings of Quazar Magazine and opens up about burn-out. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bisexual activist Lewis Oakley joins Spencer and Mufseen to talk about the bisexual visibility, common misconceptions and some advice for bisexual parents.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we discuss the first gay rugby club, a tribute to Alan Turing and we have an exclusive LIVE performance from the incredible Andrea Di Giovanni. Join us for a jam packed episode talking DIY artistry, writing during a pandemic as we celebrate ADG's debut album release REBEL.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr Nuzhat Tabassum joins us to shine a light on diversity and disparities in STEM. She also shares how heteronormative expectations can impact South Asian women and those who come out as queer later in life.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Li Benedetti joins us to discuss transition, activism and the power of body positivity online. We also list some incredible Queer shows and celebrate the UK's first LGBTQ+ retirement community with Tonic Housing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

During LGBTQ+ History Month we spoke to some great individuals from the community. Introducing Winn Austin. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

During LGBTQ+ History Month we spoke to some great individuals from the community. Introducing Rachel Dax. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

During LGBTQ+ History Month we spoke to some great individuals from the community. Introducing Lu Corfield. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

During LGBTQ+ History Month we spoke to some great individuals from the community. Introducing Luke Howard. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

During LGBTQ+ History Month we spoke to some great individuals from the community. Introducing Paul Allard. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

During LGBTQ+ History Month we spoke to some great individuals from the community. Introducing Frank Akinsete... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Paula's back (Opening Doors London) and this time she's brought some friends! Join Spencer & Mufseen as they bridge the gap between generations in the final instalment for LGBTQ+ History Month 2021. Special thanks to Luke Howard, Winn Austin, Paul Allard, Rachel Dax, Lu Corfield and Frank Akinsete. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's LGBTQ+ History Month! Spencer & Mufseen are joined by Dr David Nilsson from Kingston University to discuss the history of the word 'Queer'. We explore how reclaiming a word requires respect, understanding and tolerance. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Executive director of Aidsmap and local superhuman Matthew Hodson discusses growing up during the AIDS epidemic and the impact Section 28 had on him and LGBTQ+ lives. Our first of 3 LGBTQ+ History Month episodes! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Darkwah Kyei-Darkwah joins us to discuss finding their voice in the midst of the BLM movement, creative direction and reveals some exclusive new projects. Sit down with Spencer and Mufseen for some positive news, a delicious interview and a round of 'toot' or 'boot' in this weeks episode. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Sheena joins Mufseen and Spencer to talk about her experiences volunteering for Pride and LGBTQ+ charities in London. We also learn more about lesbian slang in a quick fire round! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Topher Taylor joins us to discuss the sex industry, and navigating sex education with intense and constant censorship. We also look for the next Queer Loose Woman and celebrate the first Non-binary refugee in the UK. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Spencer and Mufseen for a roundup of 2020. In this episode we reflect on a year of positive news stories, fabulous interviews and our hopes for the New Year. On top of all that we're joined by some familiar voices that we know you'll love. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Merry Queermas! Consider your halls decked and your bells jingled! We're back with a holiday special... Join Spencer and Mufseen for an episode more stuffed than your Turkey. In this episode we have Lesbian Santa, LGBTQ+ holiday movies, a fabulous queer house party and the divine Adem Sebaa... You will not want to miss it! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Steph Kyriacou joins us to discuss his videos on bisexuality, gender dysphoria and ...snake karaoke. Steph is the Production & Editorial Assistant at Pink News, a writer and YouTube content creator. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we’re joined by the one and only Charl Summers. Charl is podcaster, illustrator and self proclaimed professional lesbian. Spencer & Mufseen find out more about her online LGBTQ+ publication Unite UK and bust some myths! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we're joined by spoken word artists Dwayne Black and Cameron Bernard Jones for a discussion about how #blacklivesmatter and therapy have affected and informed their creative work. An honest and vulnerable conversation leaving Spencer and Mufseen with a lot to think about afterwards. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Non-Binary icon Ben Pechey joins Mufseen and Spencer! We receive fashion advice, address allyship and discuss the contents of Ben's upcoming Book! If that's not enough we also cover the US election in two positive news stories. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joined by Gaydio's very own Dean McCullough! This week Mufseen and Spencer discuss addiction and sober spaces whilst Dean races against time to save his fruit pastille ice lollies from impending doom! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mufseen and Spencer are back! Season 2 kicks off with GBBO star Steven Carter-Bailey along with our positive news story round up, talking queer questions and Oreo's National Coming Out Day campaign.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We’re back, we’re excited and Season 2 is going to be bigger and better than before! We’ve been gone a while…but winter is coming and why not spend it with us? Join Mufseen and Spencer for Season 2 of Queer Talk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Mufseen and Spencer for the season finale of Queer Talk. We catch up with Gavin Alexander looking at the student experience of Black and Queer individuals and the racial inequality present in education and how he set up the Black and Queer Student Fund. This episode we're joined by Adem Sebaa to discuss trans representation in TV and film and the charged focus on the ban for conversion therapy in the UK.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us for a unique Pride Episode! Mufseen and Spencer are joined by the wonderful Adem Sebaa and plenty more special guests as we discuss the Black Lives Matter movement, Pride 2020 and throw it back to our first Pride parades. Come with us on this journey and remember that being Queer is always political.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's Mental Health Awareness Week and James, Spencer and Mufseen are talkinh sexual taboos, trouble with sex toys and a vulnerable discussion about what their mental health coping strategies are during lockdown in Episode 8 of Queer Talk.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we’ll be interviewing Kiran Everix on their coming out story and exploring their non-binary identity. Join Mufseen, James and Spencer as they sit down and discuss some more positive LGBTQ+ news stories.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This time we interview Rob Holley to discuss why he created the latest Saturday Night phenomenon #EurovisionAgain. As lockdown continues James, Mufseen and Spencer get together remotely to discuss LGBTQ+ news stories. Enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join James, Mufseen and Spencer as they work from home during a global pandemic. No interview this episode but some fabulous positive news stories that went under the radar. Enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we’ll be interviewing Radam Ridwan on projecting non-binary finery in their day to day life. A real insight into sexual racism, dating apps and political performance. Join Mufseen, James and Spencer as they sit down and discuss some more positive LGBTQ+ news stories.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're joined by Paula as we discuss living through the AIDS crisis and the role she played in helping both men and women who were HIV+. Join James, Mufseen and Spencer as they sit down and discuss some more positive LGBTQ+ news stories. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.