The Privy Podcast

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Host Courtney Kornegay and various guests discuss their views on LGBTQ topics. This weekly podcast covers gay promiscuity, transgender rights, HIV, POP culture and everything in between.


    • Jul 2, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 32m AVG DURATION
    • 61 EPISODES


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    061 - Josh Rivers of Busy Being Black

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2019 39:15


    Courtney is joined by Josh Rivers of Busy Being Black Podcast. They discuss his inspiration behind creating this platform focused on exploring the fullness of queer black lives. Josh also shares some personal experiences that led him to be so unapologetic and his desire to uncover vital queer black history.

    060 - Pride & Our Gay Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2019 36:39


    Courtney is joined by friend, Alex Lester as they discuss his coming out story, pride and their connections to the community. Alex also shares his experience of moving from Australia to New York and how it has changed his perspective as a gay man.

    059 - Stop Killing Black Trans Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2019 5:41


    As we celebrate pride month, we honor the black trans lives of Dana Martin, Jazzaline Ware, Ashanti Carmon, Claire Legato, Muhlaysia Booker, Michelle "Tamika" Washington, Paris Cameron, Chynal Lindsey, Johana Medina Leon, Chanel Scurlock, and Layleen Polanco.

    058 - How Should Companies Engage with Pride Month & Our Community?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2019 26:37


    The Privy Podcast returns after a short hiatus just in time for Pride Month. Courtney is joined by Ron Sese as they discuss what and how they would like to see companies engage with the LGBTQIA community during pride month, the importance of putting your money where your mouth is and allyship. This episode was recorded in Stereotype Studio, 195 Chrystie, New York, NY 10002

    057 - The Intersection of Being Black & Gay

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2019 59:23


    Courtney is joined by the four hosts of HIM Podcast; Malik, Stevie, Erin and Trey as they discuss their podcast and all things black and gay. In this hilarious episode, they also share their opinions on the Jussie Smollett case, whether or not its time to have a gay president and the RHOA drama. Be sure to subscribe to HIM Podcast (itunes, spotify, iheartradio, etc) and on IG/Twitter; @HIMPodcast

    056 - Being Out in Your Career w/ Elliot Tomaeno

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 39:24


    Courtney is joined by Astrskpr founder, Elliot Tomaeno as they discuss his journey from being closeted to out and proud in his career. 46% of LGBTQ workers say they are closeted at work, compared to 50% in 2008. Find out if Elliot had the opportunity, would he do it all over again in the same way and what advice he has to his younger self.

    055 - Ellen Page, Religion & Friendship

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2019 45:09


    In this episode, Courtney shares a recent personal experience with a long term friend and her beliefs vs his. He is joined by Privy regular, Connor (Connor's Corner) as they breakdown religion, friendship and sexual orientation.

    054 - Should We Support Jussie Smollett?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2019 31:24


    Courtney is joined by friend, Lorenzo Cyril as they recount the Jussie Smollett case. They discuss some of the holes in the story and wonder whether or not we should support Jussie during this time.

    053 - The Gillette Ad and Toxic Masculinity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2019 51:31


    Courtney is joined this week by Phineas Ellis. They dissect the most recent Gillette ad and its controversy and discuss toxic masculinity. The conversation takes some interesting turns.

    052 - Should We Forgive Kevin Hart?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2019 53:37


    Courtney is joined by friends Ron Sese and James McCarthy to discuss whether or not the LGBTQ community should forgive comedian, Kevin Hart for his past homophobic tweets.

    051 - How Did You Come Out? BONUS PRIDE EPISODE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2018 36:29


    Courtney is joined by friend, Chris Caron who shares his coming out story. With this story of acceptance and family, Chris recounts the different stages of coming out and explains why PRIDE is important to him.

    050 - What is Pride and How Do We Become Our Authentic Selves?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2018 40:14


    The Privy Podcast is celebrating it's 50th episode in Portland, OR which has the second highest percentage of LGBTQ people in the US. Courtney is joined by William Moroski and Johnny Sibilly. This couple discusses their relationship, PRIDE, authenticity and more.

    049 - What's Happening to 'Queer' Cinema?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2018 36:21


    Courtney is joined by Connor to discuss the latest LGBTQ hot topics. From the Pope's stance on gays to Viceland's newest hit show, My House. Courtney also teases listeners with an upcoming giveaway contest.

    048 - Should LGBT History Be Taught in Public Schools?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2018 31:11


    Courtney is joined by Cat Yezbak to discuss California Governor, Jerry Brown signing bill that would require that public schools teach gay and lesbian history. Find out if they think LGBTQ history should be taught in public schools.

    047 - Who is Justin Livingston?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2018 34:24


    Courtney sits down with content creator, Justin Livingston. They discuss his career, his privacy and how he stays grounded. Justin also shares his view on the state of social media and what he thinks of instagays.

    046 - What is the Brooklyn Queer Flea?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2018 44:45


    Courtney is joined by founder of Brooklyn Queer Flea, Ron Sese to discuss his passion behind this monthly event. They also delve inside the importance of supporting LGBTQ businesses financially and how we as a community can affect change through our conscious decisions. Be sure to check out the next Brooklyn Queer Flea on May 19th & 20th at the Rosemont. (dates discussed on podcast were incorrect)

    045 - What Do You Need To Know About GLAAD Media Awards?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2018 40:42


    Courtney is joined by Connor to discuss current topics around the LGBTQ community. Topics include the 2018 GLAAD Media Awards, The Brooklyn Queer Flea, butt enhancing underwear, first gay club experiences and the phenomenon that is Love, Simon.

    044 - Do You Know The Truth About PrEP?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2018 40:00


    Courtney is joined by therapist and PrEP expert, Damon L. Jacobs to discuss the benefits of PrEP and the misconceptions we have about this HIV prevention drug. Damon shares his personal experiences as well as all the newest information around PrEP.

    043 - Why Should You Watch The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2018 38:47


    Connor joins Courtney for the 2nd week in a row to discuss the Netflix Documentary, The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson. They also discuss the recent backlash of Grindr regarding users who are HIV+ and two more public figures who just came out.

    042 - Should You Go Watch Love, Simon?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2018 29:24


    Courtney is joined by Connor with a fun episode of Connor's Corner where they discuss all current events. They first share their views on the movie Love, Simon. Some other topics to expect; the renaming of terminal in SFO, a gay presidential candidate, Reggie Bullock's recent activism and so much more.

    041 - What Does It Mean To Be A Lesbian in 2018?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2018 40:45


    Courtney is joined by actress, Cat Yezbak and designer, Jess Torres as they discuss their personal experiences of coming out as a lesbian. They also discuss their thoughts on Cynthia Nixon running for NY governor, the representation of lesbians in the media and misconception of gays vs. lesbians.

    040 - Should We Boycott Ru Paul's Drag Race?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2018 40:36


    Courtney is joined by Jamie Costello and E-Lorraine Johnson as they share their experiences as trans women living in NYC. Guests also weigh in on the controversy surrounding Ru Paul's comments on transgender women being accepted to enter Ru Paul's Drag Race. Should we take a stand against Ru Paul and hold him accountable. Find out what Courtney, Jamie and E-Lorraine think about this issue and how it relates to the LGBTQ Community.

    039 - Who Is Adam Chuck?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2018 29:05


    Courtney conducts a one on one interview with brooklyn based artist, Adam Chuck. They discuss his start, inspiration and process of his paintings. Adam explains how modern gay culture has influenced his works.

    038 - Season 2 Opener: What is Happening in LGBTQ Pop Culture?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2018 54:00


    On this first episode of season 2, Courtney and Connor discuss the most influential LGBTQ hot topics that have occurred during The Privy's hiatus. From the reboot of Queer Eye on Netflix to Gus Kenworthy and Adam Rippon. Courtney introduces Connor as the first cohost of The Privy Panel.

    037 - The Privy Q&A - End of Season 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2017 13:11


    In this final episode of Season 1, Courtney answers 10 questions from listeners. The Privy Podcast will return in 2018 with new guest co-hosts, guests, giveaways, topics and some very special announcements

    036 - Connor's Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2017 33:09


    Connor joins Courtney this week in the studio for a full segment of Connor's Corner. They discuss most recent allegations against Kevin Spacey, new movie BPM and thoughts on Sam Smith.

    035 - Gay Men & Body Image

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2017 51:09


    Courtney and Boris are joined by psychotherapist, Nick Fager and LGBT Activist and Fitness Director, Seth Maynard. They discuss why there is a pressure for gay ment to have great bodies and how we can overcome these issues.

    034 - Gay Stereotypes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2017 32:13


    Courtney and Boris discuss backlash of Buzzfeed's latest video surrounding gay stereotypes. They also breakdown some common gay stereotypes as well as how they themselves navigate them. The segment "Yes Bitch/No Bitch" returns.

    033 - Should Gay Acting Roles Be Reserved for Gay Actors?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2017 34:45


    Courtney and Boris discuss whether or not gay acting roles should be reserved for gay actors. Courtney recently viewed a screening Call Me By Your Name with Armie Hammer and Timothee Chalamet who are both heterosexual portraying young men who are intimate with one another.

    032 - If Harvey Weinstein Assaulted A Black Gay Man?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2017 27:36


    SPECIAL REPORT: Courtney and Boris discuss an article published via Advocate comparing Harvey Weinstein to Ed Buck. Both are powerful men with allegations against them by numerous victims yet the media and society have treated these cases very different. Is it a matter of race, privilege and sexual orientation?

    031 - Why Gay Icons Matter

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2017 48:50


    Courtney and Boris are joined by Martin Burgess and Dan Enriquez of The Mariah Report Podcast. In this episode, these Mariahologists share their story on how they began and their perspective on pop divas that gays have admired over time. The panel also discusses why they feel gays connect with these women and their personal top female gay icons.

    030 - The Privy Update Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2017 33:17


    Boris returns this week! Courtney and Boris discuss new updates and topics to expect in upcoming episodes of The Privy. They also introduce 3 new segments including Bitch Yes/Bitch No, where listeners write in to the hosts for advice.

    029 - Inclusion vs Exclusion in the LGBTQ Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2017 31:13


    Courtney and guest co-host, Connor discuss if inclusion or exclusion is the best for social change in the LGBTQ community. Also, Connor recaps the VMAs and talks about new movie, Beach Rats.

    028 - Top LGBTQ Stories of the Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2017 34:36


    Courtney and guest co-host, Connor break down last week's top stories from Charlottesville to Tyler, The Creator's lyrics and interview surrounding his sexuality.

    027 - Top 5 LGBTQ Stories of the Week w/ Connor

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2017 36:46


    Courtney and guest host, Connor Reider rundown the top 5 stories in LGBT Pop Culture for the week ending August 11th, 2017. From Aaron Carter coming out via twitter to LGBTQ diversity in media, Connor shares his perspective on each and every topic.

    026 - How to deal with homophobia/transphobia?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2017 30:11


    Courtney is joined by friend/guest co host, Jessica Blair. This conversation starts with how we should deal with homophobia & transphobia and flourishes into different topics that affect our community.

    025 - Janet Mock vs. The Breakfast Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2017 38:55


    Courtney and Boris discuss Janet Mock's recent essay published in Allure Magazine regarding her experience during an interview with The Breakfast Club Radio Show. They also take a closer look at comedian; Lil Duval's insulting comments and disregard to Janet's womanhood.

    024 - Preserving LGBT Spaces

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2017 33:30


    Courtney and Boris discuss the importance of preserving LGBTQ spaces. Would closing historic gay bars end gay culture as we know it? They take a closer look at what these places mean to the LGBTQ community. Inspired by article published in The Advocate; Preserving LGBT History Means Saving These Spaces.

    023 - LGBTQ Representation in Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2017 31:44


    Courtney and Boris discuss different aspects of the representation of LGBTQ community in the media.

    022 - Nico Tortorella & Polyamory Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2017 36:58


    Inspired by an article published by The Advocate called "This Is What a Queer Family Looks Like." Courtney and Boris dissect the article and discuss if their stance has changed regarding polyamorous relationships.

    021 - Do Flamboyant Gay Men Have Privilege?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2017 29:34


    Boris shares a study he read with Courtney and poses the question; Do flamboyant gay men have privilege?

    020 - Privy's Top 5 Stories of the Week 6/30/17

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2017 15:28


    Boris joins Courtney this week in counting down the top 5 stories in the LGBTQ community. From Nikki Haley being booed at pride to the 14th trans person of color being murdered, these are the stories you need to know.

    019 - Can You Be Friends With Someone Who Doesn't Agree with Your Sexual Orientation?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2017 33:23


    Courtney and Boris revisit a disagreement they had previously regarding one of Boris' friends who doesn't agree with his sexual orientation/lifestyle based on her religion.

    018 - The Grindr Effect

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2017 30:32


    Courtney interviews Boris on his experiences with the most popular and largest gay social network site, Grindr. They also discuss whether or not this "hookup" site is a positive or negative to the gay culture.

    017 - The "Q" in LGBTQ

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2017 29:44


    Courtney and Boris discuss their interpretation of "queer" and try to define it. Boris also quizzes Courtney on some other gay labels.

    016 - Traveling While Gay

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2017 36:56


    Courtney and Boris welcome back guest, David Duran. David shares his best and worst experiences as a gay man/luxury travel writer both domestically and internationally. Where do you think the LGBTQ community is truly welcome to vacay?

    015 - Preference vs Racism in the LGBT Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2017 33:40


    Boris poses the question of preference vs racism on dating app while Courtney explains how racism exists in the forefront of the LGBTQ community.

    014 - Queers in the Countryside

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2017 29:39


    Courtney and Boris discuss the LGBT community in rural parts of the country and how they differ from the metropolitan cities.

    013 - The Privy's Top 5 Stories of the Week 6/2/17

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2017 8:41


    Courtney counts down the top 5 LGBTQ stories of the week 6/2/17. From Chicago unveiling it's first LGBT veterans memorial to National Pride month, these are the stories you need to know.

    012 - Do HIV+ People Have a Responsibility to Disclose Their Status to One Night Stands?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2017 34:55


    Courtney and Boris sit down with their first guest, David Duran who is a Luxury Travel Writer and HIV Activist. The three discuss HIV, medication and the responsibility of being intimate with one night stands.

    011 - The Privy's Top 5 Stories of the Week 5/26/17

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2017 10:53


    From same sex marriage in Asia to the first gay computer animated movie, these are the top 5 stories of the week 5/26/17.

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