Queer Talk

Closing off 2022 and Season 3 with Spencer & Mufseen. We give you our top five Queer Talk highlights and we revisit old friends to find out their personal highlights of year! It's been a lovely journey creating an LGBTQQ+ podcast focusing on positive new stories and uplifting experiences and we hope to take that sentiment into the new year as Queer Talk sadly goes on a hiatus. Until next time, Byyeee!Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter. Let us know your thoughts on the podcast on socials, we love to hear from listeners!Keep up with Mufseen on @mufseen / @mufseenKeep up with Spencer on @spencooper / @lovequeersSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/queer-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary TV and film star George Takei joins us ahead of his West End debut for his ground-breaking Broadway musical ‘Allegiance' that tells the story of love, family, and heroism. George Takei is an American actor, author and activist best known for his role as Hikaru Sulu in Star Trek. George's personal experiences living in US-run internment camps during World War II inspired his musical Allegiance.Be sure to check out Allegiance at Charing Cross Theatre from January 2023!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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's London Podcast Festival 2022! Earlier this year Spencer and Mufseen hosted a live panel discussion with writer Dean Atta and creator Darkwah on the topic of 'Reclaiming Our Youth'. Bookending our panel discussion are spoken word performances from Kylo and a special performance of 'Straight Jacket' by London-based rhyme writer Myndstate! Guests:Dean Atta (He/Him) - Writer and Poet. Author of The Black Flamingo and Only on the WeekendsDarkwah (They/Them) - Multi-Disciplinary Artist & CreatorKylo (He/They) - South-East London based Spoken Word Artist [00:29 and 47:41]Myndstate (He/Him) - London-based Rhyme Writer [54:57]Live Recording from 10 Sep 2022 as part of London Podcast Festival 2022 held at Kings PlaceFollow 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Good News! We're celebrating Daniel Harding's debut book Gay Man Talking. Daniel's book explores 'all the conversations we never had' growing up LGBTQ+ and even includes stories from your favourite Queer Talk hosts Mufseen & Spencer! In this episode we ask Daniel to revisit his experience writing about three topics in Gay Man Talking - Sex, Bullying and Parents.Follow Daniel on Instagram and TwitterOrder your copy of Gay Man Talking here (Lorraine Kelly herself said it's essential reading!)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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We welcome the one and only Drag King superstar Adam All to the podcast to tell us all about their latest appearance in Meta's Queens of the Metaverse. Adam is the founder and host of BOiBOX and named Best Drag king by QX Awards. With Queens of the Metaverse, Meta is showcasing how technologies like VR, AR, and avatars will help creative communities across the UK express themselves in new ways, free from the limitations that can exist in the physical world, like access to studio space or proximity to like-minded creative communities and spaces.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. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

The powerhouse that is Shivani Dave joins us on Queer Talk to discuss our latest good news round-up. Shivani wears many, many hats including being a presenter on Virgin Radio, a content creator and reporter for Openly News, and of course a podcast producer for The Log Books!Article 1: Trans woman tells strangers 'hug me or throw water on me' – the response is amazingArticle 2: UK Black Pride Breaks Attendance RecordsFollow 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. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are LGBTQ+ bodies over policed? Is body hair controversial? The category is Queer Bodies and we've invited several esteemed guest speakers to talk on the topic.Guests:Sharan Dhaliwal (She/Her) - Founder of leading South Asian magazine Burnt Roti magazine and author of Burning my RotiSteph Kyriacou (He/Him) - Writer and content officer for Terrence Higgins TrustTalia A. Darling (She/Her) - DJ, Plus Size Model and Creative ProducerFollow 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.

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.

Jordan 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. Episode was recorded just before Jordan announced their new name - follow them on Instagram to find out more about this beautiful moment!!Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter! 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.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter! 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.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter! 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.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter 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.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter 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.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter 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.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter 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.Follow Queer Talk on Instagram and Twitter 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.