A cozy corner of the internet for everything LGBTQ+ hosted by Emma and Hester. Safe Space gives a voice to the voiceless by sharing regular doses of quality queer stories, news and heartwarming anecdotes to shine a light on the fact that we've always been here 🌈 Send reviews and requests to emma@uncoveredgroup.com For collaborations and partnerships please email esme@uncoveredgroup.com **Guests are welcome on the podcast** please do get in touch if you want to join us, we are based in London, email: emma@uncoveredgroup.com Follow us on: TikTok: safe_space Instagram: safespace_vids
The Safe Space podcast is a truly remarkable show that creates a lovely atmosphere and provides a chill environment for listeners to engage with. The stories told on this podcast are not only interesting but also incredibly important in teaching the listeners about LGBTQIA+ history and shedding light on incredible individuals who have often been overlooked or forgotten. Through engaging conversations, the hosts of this podcast are able to showcase the true beauty and humanity of the LGBTQIA+ community, challenging negative preconceptions that many may have grown up with. Emma and Hester, the hosts of The Safe Space, bring their unique personalities and perspectives to each episode, adding a refreshing lightness to the topics discussed. Overall, this podcast is definitely worth a listen for anyone looking to learn, laugh, and gain a deeper understanding of the LGBTQIA+ community.
One of the best aspects of The Safe Space podcast is its ability to educate and inform its listeners about LGBTQIA+ history. Through each episode, the audience gains insights into events, movements, and individuals that they may have never learned about before. This educational aspect helps break down stereotypes and promote inclusivity by highlighting the contributions and struggles faced by members of the LGBTQIA+ community throughout history. Additionally, Emma and Hester's storytelling skills are exceptional; they are able to captivate their audience through engaging narratives that make learning enjoyable.
Another great aspect of this podcast is its emphasis on individual stories. By sharing personal experiences from members of the LGBTQIA+ community, The Safe Space allows listeners to connect on an emotional level with these stories of resilience, love, acceptance, and self-discovery. These personal anecdotes humanize the community in ways that textbooks or news articles often fail to do justice. It fosters empathy among listeners as they gain insight into what it means to be part of this diverse community.
While The Safe Space offers countless positive aspects, there are a few potential drawbacks worth mentioning. One possible downside is that, given the sheer volume of LGBTQIA+ history and stories to cover, some episodes may only scratch the surface of certain topics. This can leave listeners craving more depth and further exploration. However, it's important to note that the hosts have limited time within each episode and must strike a balance between breadth and depth.
In conclusion, The Safe Space podcast is a remarkable show that creates an inviting atmosphere for listeners to engage with important LGBTQIA+ history and stories. The hosts' personalities and perspectives add a lightness that makes learning enjoyable, while also challenging preconceived notions about the community. Through this podcast, Emma and Hester have successfully created a platform where conversations are not only engaging but also educational. It is definitely a must-listen for anyone looking to broaden their understanding and appreciation of the LGBTQIA+ community.
TW: Domestic Violence In this episode, we chatted with Queer icon Tiff Der, best known for their appearance on the Netflix show, The Ultimatum: Queer Love. A reality TV show that puts couples to the test when presented with a marriage ultimatum. We delved into their experience on the show and their relationship with Mildred. We touch upon topics of domestic violence. We also explore queer self-compassion, gender expression, and how to deal with people who don't get it. We hope you enjoy! ❤️
This week we are exploring all things Gender and Sex from non-binary to intersex to agender. Emma explains the gender spectrum and uncovers what 'Non-Binary Math' truly means in a world of 'Girl Math' and 'Boy Math'. We take a trip around the world and uncover the different non-binary identities that exist across the globe. We hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we discuss where 'coming out' came from and how it's changed from the 1960s to the present day! Inspired by Billie Eilish's Variety Interview, we look at how Gen Z are approaching queer life, and if coming out is as important as it once was... We also delve into coming out later in life and read a special story from one of our followers ❤️ We hope you enjoy it!
This week we explore Hester's crazy theory that the Gays actually invented Poetry! Exploring the queer coded language of poetry and ancient Gay poets of the past. We are also joined by the incredible Day Mattar, a cheeky queer poet and performer from Liverpool. Day is the co-founder of Queer Bodies poetry collective, and a facilitator of poetry workshops with various art organisations in the UK. Day's poems come from the body, they use poetry as a tool to explore links between the psychological and the physical, the somatic and the sensual. Day's book is available to buy here: https://www.brokensleepbooks.com/product-page/day-mattar-springing-from-the-pews Follow Day Mattar on Instagram - @daymattarpoetry Follow Safe Space at: Instagram - @safespace_vids TikTok - @safe_space For requests and reviews email emma@uncoveredgroup.comFor partnerships and collaborations email olivia@uncoveredgroup.com
It's Black History Month in the UK and LGBT History Month in the US and so in this episode, we are exploring exclusively Black Queer history! ✊
To celebrate Black History Month in UK and LGBT History Month in US we are exploring exclusively Black Queer stories this week! To help us we invited a fabulous special guest Krystal Lake to explore the fascinating origins of Ballroom Culture going back to the 1870's. As well as the moment Voguing was born and the fascinating life story of Willi Ninja! Follow Krystal on Instagram - @djkrystallakeTikTok - @djkrystallake Follow us on Instagram - @safespace_vids TikTok - @safe_space For requests and reviews email emma@uncoveredgroup.comFor partnerships and collaborations email olivia@uncoveredgroup.com
In this episode, Hester takes a look at why people are homophobic and Emma delves into the history of how LGBTQ+ people have always found creative ways to survive, fight back, and resist hate. TW/ Violence. This episode comes after a surge of hate crimes in South London and across the world
In this episode we're talking about Queer cinema and its history within Hollywood. We talk old Queer moments in movies and how the church and state censored them in the 20th century.
We sat down with trans pioneer and activist Nancy Nangeroni and her long term partner and trans ally Gordene MacKenzie. After reading a quote from Nancy Nangeroni in Leslie Feinberg's 'Transgender Warriors" We were determined to find Nancy and learn more about her life as an activist over the decades. We had the pleasure of meeting Nancy alongside her long term partner Gordene McKenzie; trans ally, gender theorist and all round inspiring human being. These two have spent decades of their life fighting for the rights of transgender people, raising awareness all over the world together with their radio show GenderTalk and they remain a positive force of inspiration and wisdom for all young queer people today. We have so much love for them and we were so grateful to be able to sit down and talk to them about all things love, hope, history and future.
Emma and Hester take to streets of Berlin to uncover the heartbreaking love story of Lilly and Felice, the world's first transgender clinic and the Nazi persecution of the LGBTQ+ community. TW// In this episode we discuss the Holocaust. Rest in Power to all those who suffered at the hands of the Nazis.
The Lesbian Bar Project is saving Queer bars across the world!
Hester delves into the lives of the Iconic Black Lesbian and Bisexual Women who helped lay the foundation for Blues Music! Emma chats about how Victorian Doctors in the 19th Century thought bikes would turn women into lesbians. (Yes, you heard that right
In this episode, we chat to the amazing Mikaela Loach, about her own experiences as a climate activist and "baby queer". Mikaela Loach is the bestselling author of It's Not That Radical: Climate Action To Transform Our World, a climate justice activist, co-host of The YIKES Podcast, writer, and 4th-year medical student based in Brighton. In 2020, Forbes, Global Citizen and BBC Woman's Hour named Mikaela as one of the most influential women in the UK climate movement. Get her book! Thank you Mikaela
This week we are taking a moment to recognise that pride is and has always been a protest; acknowledging the radical history of protest in the queer community. We talk through our TOP 3 fruity protests in history some of which you may have never even heard of! Enjoy! FOLLOW SAFE SPACE: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@safe_space Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safespace_v... Youtube: @safespace497 FULL PODCAST AVAILABLE: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z8qQQZ... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id...
It was a pleasure to interview the amazing Theatre Director Emily Aboud and Actress Charlotte Dowding. Emma chats with Emily and Charlotte about the queer Caribbean cabaret 'Splintered' and unacknowledged queer nature of Carnival!
It was a pleasure to be invited to Mason Alexander Park's dressing room at the Kit Kat Club London! They chat about their new role as Emcee in Cabaret and give us some hope in these turbulent times for trans and non-binary people. It was an honor to hear what they're doing to help and support the community, today and for the future. We can all take a leaf out of Mason's book ❤️ If you're in London, make sure you grab tickets for Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club
The second interview for our Pride Month celebrations is with trans athlete, Charley and trans ally, Josh. We are talking about trans inclusion in sport! We address the hysteria surrounding trans participation in sports and ask about the little things we can all do to help our trans siblings to feel more comfortable and safe. Enjoy! FOLLOW SAFE SPACE: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@safe_space Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safespace_v... Youtube: @safespace497 FULL PODCAST AVAILABLE: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z8qQQZ... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id...
The first interview for our Pride Month celebrations is with Daniel Lismore, the walking sculpture! Emma and Hester chat with Daniel about art and self-expression. A truly extraordinary conversation, rich with history, stories, and fun. Enjoy!
This week we are talking about people who have made a difference - transforming the way we see each other and ourselves. With the help of the late great bell hooks we analyse what it means to be a real man. We talk about the original 'Queen of Drag' William Dorsey Swann. The 'Glamour Boys' of UK politics. And how the AIDS epidemic changed queer culture in ways we often don't see.
This week we want to bring some hope and joy to the safe space, with some wise words from our Transgender Warriors, we also explain the impact each generation contributed towards queer liberation and we talk about life and times of one of great heroes James Baldwin.
This week we discuss how the UK would be a very different place had it not been for the many waves of migration it experienced throughout history, we also deep dive into 'the female gaze' and it's impact on cinema and finally the working class roots of drag! FABULOUS! Keep up to date with our content...`` Follow us on Instagram, TikTok and Youtube
We discuss the non-binary timeline, Stages of a Queer breakup, and the chaotic love story of The OG Twinks of French Poetry. Keep up to date with our content...`` Follow us on Instagram, TikTok and Youtube
We tried something NEW in this episode! We discuss Queering the Map, Queer Timelines, and the heartwarming story of a gay man who reaches out when he is at a crisis point. BUT in this episode, we bring your perspectives into the debate! We anonymously read some of your comments from our TikToks and Instagram. Keep up to date with our content and have YOUR say in the upcoming episodes! TW // Topics of Self-harm are in this episode. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok and Youtube
In today's episode, we get ready for the festive season… Queermas! That's right we've made the yuletide GAY! Hester delves into the big gay Roman festival, Saturnalia including the story of the chaotic, trans empress Elagabalus. Her story is quite something, don't miss out! Emma also unpacks some mystery presents from Lovehoney, the best toys an adult could ask for Christmas! Enjoy this jam-packed episode full of fun and facts! Love E + H
The story of New York's most inspiring trans activists Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P Johnson, their sisterhood, struggles, and iconic moments. Join Emma and Hester as they tell the story of how these queens met, and what they did to change the world and the lives of LGBTQ+ people. We dedicate this podcast to them and the many more activists at the time who helped us be who we are today. ❤️ Follow us on Instagram, TikTok and Youtube
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