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Documenting the LGBTQ+ experience around the globe during the coronavirus pandemic.

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    • Jul 30, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 49m AVG DURATION
    • 61 EPISODES


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    Season 1 Recap with host Vincent Jones & Producer Ben Salk in Los Angeles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2020 74:36


    In this week's episode, Queerantine + Chill podcast host Vincent Jones & Producer Ben Salk reflect over the first season and spill lots of tea. Hear how the podcast came together, find out what happened with the guy our host had been dating, learn how the murders of George Floyd affected the show, get the story behind why the "gayborhood" became a key part of each episode and so much more. You'll also get a sneak peak of season two which will be slightly different.

    Cruise ship entertainment director Jamezy from London on a cruise ship

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 43:02


    Dig deeper into what life has been like for cruise ship crew stuck onboard during the pandemic, dilemma faced when considering going “home” by long term crew members, challenges being openly-LGBT on ships and more in this week’s episode of Queerantine + Chill featuring Cruise ship entertainment director Jamezy (he/him/his) from London on a cruise ship. Today’s episode was recorded on June 2, 2020.

    Pharmacist Victor Betancourth in Norway from Guatemala

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 42:35


    Experiencing COVID in Scandinavia where countries took dramatically different approaches, working in a pharmacy in the midst of a pandemic, impact of weather on mental state during quarantines, and more are discussed in this week’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with Pharmacist Victor Betancourth (He/Him/His) in Norway from Guatemala. Today’s interview was recorded on July 1st.

    Recent College grad & student activist Alexander de Leon from Hampshire College, Massachusetts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 41:14


    Being one of a small number of students on campus after college went virtual, recreating the senior year experience under quarantine, entering the job market during one of the worst economic periods ever in American history, and more in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with recent college grad and student activist Alexander de Leon (he/him) from Hampshire College, Massachusetts. This conversation was recorded on June 2, 2020

    YouTuber & tour operator Bruno Teixeira in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2020 50:09


    Changing demographics of Brazilians infected by COVID-19, Carnival and social distancing, resurgence of classic telenovelas and more in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with YouTuber & tour operator Bruno Teixeira in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Today’s conversation with Bruno (he/him/his) was recorded on May 30, 2020.

    Activist/Philanthropist/Entertainer/Drag queen Bisi Alimi from Lagos, Nigeria

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 48:28


    Ball culture in Africa, role of Christian missionaries in spreading homophobia in Nigeria, power of viral social media content created by Black creators, and so much more in this special #Blackouttuesday episode of Queerantine + Chill with activist/philanthropist/entertainer/drag queen Bisi Alimi (@bisialimi) from Lagos, Nigeria. The conversation with Bisi (he/him/hers) took place on May 27, 2020.

    Tour Operator Ylan Chrem from Lima, Peru

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 53:24


    Cruise staff stuck at sea, international students facing visa challenges, transgender community in the Amazon, and more in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with Tour Operator Ylan Chrem (@ylan.chrem) from Lima, Peru. Today’s conversation was recorded on May 26, 2020.

    Equator Resort Manager Anthony Sibilly-Juarez in Key West

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2020 31:36


    Running a hotel during and after quarantines and travel bans, potential impact to gay businesses, possible changes to cruise traffic in Key West and more discussed in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with Equator Resort Manager Anthony Sibilly-Juarez in Key West.

    Brand manager/musician/travel advisor Leon Guan in Shanghai, China

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2020 52:36


    Life after lockdowns, perspectives on international critique of the Chinese government’s reaction to Coronavirus, potential for support for more environmental protections in China, Shanghai pride, and so much more in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with Brand manager/musician/travel advisor Leon Guan in Shanghai, China. Today’s conversation was recorded on May 24, 2020.

    Massage therapist & scientific researcher Moshin in Mumbai, India

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 52:52


    Islamophobia and xenophobia colliding with coronavirus, preparing for a strict lockdown with only four hours advance notice, challenges of communicating public health measures in a country where many languages are spoken, and so much more in today's episode of Queerantine + Chill with Massage therapist & scientific researcher Moshin (he/him/his) in Mumbai, India. Today's conversation was recorded on May 23, 2020.

    Former Sex Worker “Kosher Sausage” from Las Vegas, Nevada

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 44:29


    Sex work during lockdowns, underground drug parties, people in rehab falling through the cracks, and so much more in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with former Sex Worker “Kosher Sausage” (he/him/his) from Las Vegas, Nevada. This conversation was recorded on May 21, 2020.

    Creative Consultant Leandro Antoniuk in Buenos Aires, Argentina

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 37:40


    Enduring an ongoing economic crisis during the pandemic, helping businesses to think deeper about what it means to support all of their stakeholders at this time, being a creative consultant, and more are discussed in today's episode of Queerantine + Chill with Creative Consultant Leandro Antoniuk (@leandro.antoniuk) in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This conversation with Leandro (he/him/his) was recorded on May 19, 2020.

    LGBTQ+/Luxury travel advisor Santiago Aguirre Montoya in Bogota, Colombia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 40:48


    Transphobic quarantine policies, how coronavirus affected mass student-led protests around the country, a project to develop more affordable ventilators and more are discussed in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with LGBTQ+/luxury travel advisor Santiago Aguirre Montoya (@santi_aguirrem) in Bogota, Colombia. Today’s conversation with Santiago (He/Him/His) was recorded on May 18, 2020).

    Mr. Gay World New Zealand, Ballroom Dancer, and salon consultant Liam Reid in New Zealand

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 47:40


    Life after Coronavirus has been contained, leadership after successive crises - earthquake, mass shooting, grappling with a fast growing population at this time, bring Mr. Gay World New Zealand and more are discussed in today’s episode of the Queerantine + Chill Podcast with Mr. Gay World New Zealand, Ballroom Dancer, and salon consultant Liam Reid (@mr.gay.nz.2020) in New Zealand. This conversation with Liam (He/Him/His) was recorded on May 18, 2020.

    Crisis Communications expert & Art Enthusiast Jose Luis Cedeno in San Juan, Puerto Rico

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2020 53:52


    The tragic murder of a mentally ill transgender woman, impact of recent natural disasters and political corruption on Coronavirus response, working artists finding a way to survive without gallery showings and more in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with crisis communications expert & art enthusiast Jose Luis Cedeno (@joseluiscedeno) in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The conversation with Jose (He/Him/His) was recorded on May 15, 2020.

    LA Pride President & Legislative staffer Estevan Montemayor in West Hollywood, California

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2020 72:24


    Deciding to move LA Pride virtual, recovering from Covid-19, policymaking to help people survive the economic crisis triggered by the pandemic, loneliness in the gay community, and so much more are discussed in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with LA Pride (@lapride) President & Legislative staffer Estevan Montemayor (@ejmontemayor) in West Hollywood, California. The conversation with Estevan (He/Him/His) was recorded on May 14, 2020)

    Congressmember Mark Takano in Riverside, California

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 52:32


    Protecting benefits for workers and national guard members on the frontlines, young LGBT people quarantined at home in unsafe environments, being the first openly gay person of color in Congress, inspirational LGBT elected officials like Barbara Jordan, Barney Frank, Harvey Milk, and so much more are discussed in today’s special episode of Queerantine + Chill with Congressmember Mark Takano (@repmarktakano) in honor of Harvey Milk Day. This conversation with Congressmember Takano (He/Him/His) was recorded on May 19, 2020.

    Binational (and new) couple Haechan & Arnaud in Seoul, South Korea

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 46:52


    Being a new couple, the reality of contact tracing, public reactions to new infections after coronavirus was believed to be under control, and more are discussed in today's episode of Queerantine + Chill with binational (and new) couple Haechan (@haechanjun) & Arnaud (lotharian_13) in Seoul, South Korea. This conversation was recorded on May 12, 2020.

    Legendary DJ Lina Bradford in New York, New York

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 51:22


    Bringing the dance floor to people in their homes via instagram, staying vigilant about politics, impact of quarantine on TV show productions, a look back at NYC gay nightlife in the late 90s and early 2000s and so much more in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with legendary DJ Lina Bradford (@thelinabradford) in New York City, NY. This conversation with Lina (she/her/hers) took place on May 12, 2020.

    Refugee/entrepreneur/philanthropist/activist Michael Kajubi from Kampala, Uganda living in Toronto

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 59:13


    Fleeing anti-LGBT violence, anti-LGBTQ persecution in Uganda, living in a homeless shelter, being resilient during the coronavirus pandemic and more are discussed in today’s extra special episode of Queerantine + Chill with Refugee/entrepreneur/philanthropist/activist Michael Kajubi (He/Him/His) from Kampala, Uganda living in Toronto, Canada.

    What is the Queerantine + Chill podcast all about?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 1:02


    Listen to get an understanding of what the Queerantine + Chill podcast is all about.

    Biden for President LGBTQ+ Vote Director Reggie Greer in Washington, DC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 49:58


    Getting out the LGBTQ+ vote now, building community in virtual spaces, living with disabilities under quarantines and more are discussed in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with Joe Biden for President LGBTQ+ Vote Director Reggie Greer (@rwgreer) in Washington, D.C. This conversation was recorded on May 7, 2020.

    Student & budding musician “Hope Seeker” from Gaza Strip in Doha, Qatar

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 44:40


    Celebrating Ramadan during quarantine, the pandemic in Palestine, being a college student now and so much more are discussed in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with student and budding musician “Hope Seeker” from the Gaza Strip in Doha, Qatar. This conversation was recorded on April 28, 2020.

    Comedian/event producer/community leader Kia Barnes (aka Kia Comedy) in Atlanta, Georgia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2020 38:24


    Protesting the murder of Ahmaud Abery, teaching, and being an entertainer under quarantine and more are discussed in today’s episode with comedian/event producer/community leader Kia Barnes (@kiacomedy) in Atlanta, Georgia. This conversation took place on May 6, 2020.

    Creative + DJ Lelo Meslani in Johannesburg, South Africa

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 31:28


    TV DJs bringing the club into homes during lockdown, challenges communicating public health messages in a country with 12 official languages, queer life before the lockdown and more are discussed in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with creative and DJ Lelo Meslani (@lelowhatsgood) in Johannesburg, South Africa. Today’s episode was recorded on May 3, 2020.

    Nightlife experiences curator & entrepreneur Aisha Shaibu in London

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 55:28


    Creating virtual spaces for lesbians, impact of national healthcare system on COVID-19 infection patterns in Great Britain, the good and the bad consequences of the role nightlife plays in the LGBTQ+ community and more are discussed in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with nightlife experiences curator and entrepreneur Aisha Shaibu (she/her/hers) of Moonlight Experiences (@moonlight_experiences) in London. This conversation was recorded on April, 29, 2020.

    Activist & @gaysofCoachella founder Mike Ai in Chino Hills, California

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 43:36


    Virtual and drive in concerts, Tiktok gays, quarenTEAMing, LGBT activism now, and more are discussed in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with activist and @gaysofcoachella founder Mike Ai (He/Him/His) in Chino Hills, California. This conversation was recorded on May 3, 2020.

    Activist & non-profit CEO Masen Davis in Santa Francisco

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 62:12


    Challenges of running an international organization at this time, cruising during COVID-19, transitioning people forced to shelter in place in unsupportive living situations and more are discussed in today’s episode with activist and non-profit CEO Masen Davis (He/Him/His) in San Francisco, California (instead of Berlin, Germany) where he’s supposed to be now. This conversation was recorded on April 23, 2020)

    Fitness executive & drag queen Brad Wharakura (Madame Mincemeat) in Hong Kong

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 53:04


    Dating during and after quarantine, gyms as social centers for gay men, pro-democracy protests, and so much more are covered in today’s episode with fitness executive & drag queen Brad Wharakura (aka Madame Mincemeat) in Hong Kong. This conversation took place on April 25, 2020)

    Activists/parents/entrepreneurs Trystan + Biff in Portland, Oregon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2020 55:12


    Parenting, testosterone shortages, prisoners rights during quarantine and more are discussed in today’s episode with activists/parents/entrepreneurs Trystan + Biff (@biffandi) in Portland, Oregon. This conversation was recorded on April 18, 2020.

    Activist & entrepreneur Donnya Piggott in Bridgetown, Barbados

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2020 45:54


    Digitally uhauling under quarantine, appreciating the natural beauty around you more when you’re restricted from it, LGBTQ+ life in the Caribbean before COVID-19 and more in today’s episode with activist & entrepreneur Donnya Piggot (she/her/hers) of Pink Coconuts in Bridgetown, Barbados. This conversation was recorded on April 27, 2020.

    Hotelier Santichai Boonrasri in Phuket, Thailand.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 46:36


    Stopping tourism in the world’s most visited country, canceling a national holiday celebration that draws thousands of tourists, managing a luxury resort during lockdowns and more are discussed in today’s episode with hotelier Santichai Boonrasri (He/Him/His) in Phuket, Thailand. This conversation was recorded on April 18, 2020.

    Entrepreneur/coffeemaker/activist Julio Cesar Calvo in San Jose, Costa Rica

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 51:05


    Supporting workers in the informal economy during quarantine, being adaptable when crisis impacts your business, queerness in the Costa Rican coffee industry and more are covered in today’s episode with Entrepreneur/activist Julio Cesar Calvo (He/him/his) in San Jose, Costa Rica. This conversation was recorded on April 21, 2020.

    Flight attendant Andrew Collins in Atlanta, Georgia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 46:24


    What life is like for a flight attendant right now, what the airplane experience might be like when we begin traveling again, and more are discussed in today’s episode with flight attendant Andrew Collins (He/Him/His) in Atlanta, Georgia. This conversation was recorded on April 24, 2020.

    Activist/author/drag queen Lil Miss Hot Mess in San Francisco

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 48:08


    How taking Drag Queen Story Hour virtual is expanding its reach, what it's like to release a book "The Hips on the Drag Queen go Swish, Swish, Swish" during a global pandemic, a behind the scenes view of a virtual drag show and more are discussed in today's episode with activist/author/drag queen Lil Miss Hot Mess from San Francisco.   Go to www.lilmisshotmess.com to see buy her book and to see performances.  This conversation was recorded on (April 27, 2020)

    Artist & global nomad Mathieu Boucher in Luxor, Egypt

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 36:20


    What it’s like to be an openly gay nomad in countries where it’s illegal to be LGBTQ, how to quarantine at “home” when you’re a global nomad, why some locals might not be too kind to tourists “stuck” in their countries now and more are discussed in today’s episode with artist and global nomad and artist Mathieu Boucher (He/Him/His). This conversation was recorded on April 20, 2020.

    Queerantine + Chill with Muhammad in Cairo, Egypt

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 64:08


    Finding love and friendship while avoiding police harassment in a homophobic culture, how some Egyptians balance economic needs and protecting themselves from COVID-19, the Egyptian healthcare system and more are discussed in this episode with Muhammad (He/Him/His). This conversation was recorded on April 17, 2020. Please note that this episode includes discussion of an attempted suicide. If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please consider contacting the Trevor Project which has trained counselors on hand 24/7 who can help.

    Musician/Cantor Juval Porat in West Hollywood

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2020 46:12


    Dating, Being a religious leader, and making music during the coronavirus pandemic and more are discussed in today’s episode with Juval Porat (He/Him/His). Today’s conversation was recorded on April 14, 2020.

    Hollywood producer/Violinist Zach Zyskowski in Hollywood, California

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 61:38


    Netflix hits “Love is Blind” and “Tiger King,” LGBTQ+ teens quarantined in unsupportive homes, “Big Brother,” the potential for a second “roaring twenties” and more are discussed in today’s episode with Zach Zyskowski (He/Him/His). This conversation was recorded on April 11, 2020.

    Isaac Namdar, MD in New York City

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020 55:12


    In today’s extra special episode, we talk with a doctor in New York City who is helping his regular clients by night and helping COVID-19 patients by day. Dr. Namdar also gives some insight into his LGBT activism, what it was like growing up in Iran and Israel, and how he balances his busy professional with his full personal life.

    Wedding planner/officiant Steffen Stefany in Nuremberg, Germany

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 42:34


    Being coupled up during Quarantine, having a scientist as a leader now, easy ways to help neighbors, and more are discussed in today’s episode with with Steffen Stefany (he/him/his) in Nuremberg, Germany. This conversation was recorded on April 10, 2020). Steffen is (anchors.world) on Instagram and TikTok

    Non-Profit CEO & Cannabis activist Gabe Maldanado in Riverside, California

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 54:02


    Going to church, running a non-profit organization, whether or not to continue smoking marijuana and more are covered in today’s episode with Gabe Maldanado (He/Him/His) in Riverside, California. This episode was recorded on Easter Sunday.

    retired non-profit leaders Toni & Janice in Placencia, Belize.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 62:35


    Impact of travel bans in a tourist dependent country, how community steps in to support each other when government infrastructure is weak, how women leaders around the world are showing us how to lead in a crisis, and more are discussed in today’s episode with expat couple Toni & Janice (she/her/hers). This episode was recorded on April 13, 2020.

    banker turned entertainer Alexander Rodriguez in Orange County.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2020 51:20


    Supporting gay bar workers, creatives adapting to quarantine, advocating for loved ones in hospitals, hookup apps, and more are discussed in today’s episode with Alexander Rodriguez)He/Him/His). This conversation was recorded on April 12, 2020.

    Queerantine + Chill with luxury retail trainer Wesley Gray in Long Beach, California.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2020 51:22


    The role of retail in the LGBTQ+ community, Dr. Brix’s scarf game, being a vacation rental owner now and more are discussed in today’s episode with Wesley Gray (He/Him/His). This conversation was recorded on April 10, 2020.

    actress/producer/activist Haviland Stillwell in Los Angeles, California.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 57:36


    Healthcare in the entertainment industry, making movies post COVID-19, being an out actor and more are discussed in today’s episode with Haviland Stillwell (she/her/hers). This conversation was recorded on April 11, 2020.

    Chef Lior Hillel in Los Angeles, California

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2020 69:08


    Transforming a restaurant overnight, helping to feed frontline workers in LA, maintaining the spark in a new marriage during the zombie apocalypse and more are coveted in today’s episode with Chef Lior Hillel(he/him/his). Today’s episode was recorded on April 15, 2020.

    long time couple Steven & Heggie in San Francisco, California

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 40:32


    Leather community, Airbnb, essential workers and more are discussed in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with longtime couple Steven & Heggie (He/Him/His). This conversation was recorded on April 5, 2020.

    luxury travel event planner Simon Mayle in São Paulo, Brazil.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 40:12


    In today’s episode with Simon Mayle (he/him/his), we cover how coronavirus has impacted event planning and luxury travel as well as navigating shared living spaces, among other things. This conversation was recorded on April 6, 2020.

    entrepreneur/singer/photographer Mike the Tour Guide in Jamaica.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 45:02


    Cruising after COVID-19, LGBT life in Jamaica, gay travel to the island and more are discussed in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill. The interview with Mike the Tour Guide (he/him/his) was recorded on April 5, 2020.

    entrepreneur Ricardo Godoy in Merida, Mexico.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2020 36:16


    Long distance relationships during quarantine, impact of coronavirus on Mexican tourism industry, and more in today’s episode of Queerantine + Chill with Ricardo Godoy (He/Him/His). This conversation was recorded on April 5, 2020.

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