Virgin Radio Pridecast

Emeritus Professor and activist Sue Sanders takes Steve Denyer through her Pride Playlist - the ten tracks which have sound-tracked her incredible life and career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Denyer sits down with Olympic figure skater Lewis Gibson, as he takes him through the Pride tracks which have sound-tracked his life and career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve sits down with RuPaul's Drag Race UK runner-up La Voix, who takes him through the Pride tracks which mean the most to her! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve sits down with editor-in-chief of Esquire Magazine, Teo Van Den Broeke, as he takes him through the Pride tracks which mean the most to him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve sits down with Drag Race UK royalty Baga Chipz, as she takes him through the Pride tracks which have sound-tracked her life! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve sits down with model and activist Munroe Bergdorf, as she takes him through the tracks which have sound-tracked her life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Denyer sits down with model and author of 'The Queer Bible' - Jack Guinness, as he takes him through the Pride tracks which mean the most to him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Denyer sits down with activist Jonathan Blake, aged 76, and Just Like Us ambassador Oli Ascott, aged 19, to discuss how their experiences of being LGBTQ+ are both similar and different. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author and journalist Daniel Harding presents an hour of discussion and readings from his book Letters To My Younger Queer Self. He's joined in the studio by trans activist Ella Morgan, and concert pianist Cyrill Ibrahim, with readings from Drag Race stars Alaska and Anita Wigl'it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author and comedian Rosie Wilby is joined by content creator Rosie Turner and people and culture director Char Bailey to discuss Queer Cultural Appropriation. They talk pinkwashing, queer-baiting, and even the classic Madonna 'Vogue' music video! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Felix Rackow explores the ways in which being LGBTQ+ can complicate the process of grief and bereavement, speaking to charities including Cruse Bereavement Support and Widowed and Young, and voices including The Reverend Richard Coles and activist Jonathan Blake. You can find more information and support from Cruse Bereavement Support and Widowed and Young. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In an era of apps and constant social media pressures, more than us than ever are lonely. Why? We talk to community groups, experts, queer older people and even try bingo. Presented by Dan Egg, produced Alex Patham - Cope. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heartstopper, Celebrity Big Brother and West End star Bradley Riches is here with conversations about being your authentic self. This week is a conversation between Bradley and radio presenter Will Njobvu, where they discuss Will finally living as his authentic self, having come out in 2022 following his private struggles with being black and gay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayleigh Hughes explores the highs and lows of the UK Queer bar scene and asks if it's on the verge of disappearing for good. Featuring contributions from 'I Kissed A Girl' star Eva Adamson, Virgin Radio's Steve Denyer and Editor in Chief of Diva, Roxy Bourdillon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode Emma speaks to photographer turned author Juano Diaz about his first book “Slum Boy” and gets the latest book recommendations from Queer Lit in Manchester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New Labour Cabinet Minister Chris Bryant MP about his LGBTQ+ story and shares his ultimate Pride Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dissecting whether LGBTQIA+ people can safely use online spaces and dating apps to understand and inform their sexual orientation. Are the queer community desperate to be loved? And, with expert advice, we'll give practical advice on how young queer folk can stay safe online. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Connor Moseley dives into the expectations that society has on LGBTQIA+ people around intimacy and relationships. How do the queer folk of today navigate it all? We also amplify the voices of ace-spec individuals; how do asexual people deal with 'sexpectations'? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode Emma speaks to author and star of The Chase Paul Sinha also known as the Sinnerman about his autobiography “One Sinha Lifetime” and gets the latest book recommendations from Queer Lit in Manchester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rod Thomas AKA Bright Light Bright Light joins Steve Denyer on Virgin Radio Pride to pick his ultimate pride playlist and chat about life around music. Rod is based in New York and is an independent singer-songwriter best known for his contributions to the nu-disco, synthpop, dance, and house music genres. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August is South Asian Heritage Month and Virgin Radio Pride is here to shine a light on the experiences of brown and queer individuals! Why? Because South Asian culture is bursting with camp and colour! Join host Shiv for this Virgin Radio Pride special that celebrates the unique vibrant spirit of the community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the Queer Book Club Emma speaks with author Matt Cain about his prolific body of work which includes the titles The Madonna of Bolton, Becoming Ted, The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle, and his latest release, One Love. Plus Emma asks Matt to share with us three great reads perfect for taking on a summer holiday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel Harding look at how 15 years of Grindr has affected LGBTQ+ communities and dating culture! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrian Smith looks at the changes since he made his groundbreaking documentary about ADHD for Virgin Radio Pride last year. Joined by 4 remarkable ADHD'ers and friends including Virgin Radio's Eddy Temple-Morris, they tackle the questions that have arisen since Adrian was diagnosed alongside the major milestones that have taken place over 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Award winning sport presenter Jack Murley sits downs with members of the LGBTQ+ community who know exactly what it's like to compete on the biggest stage in sport! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Multi award-winning American actor and signer Billy Porter joins Steve Denyer on Virgin Radio Pride to pick their ultimate pride playlist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode Emma speaks to New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune about his various books and gets the latest book recommendations from Queer Lit in Manchester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Team GB Olympic legend Dame Kelly Holmes joins Steve Denyer on Virgin Radio Pride to share her ultimate pride playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Morgan, comedy compere and co-host of I'm A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! NOW! joins Steve Denyer live at Latitude Festival to pick the songs that soundtrack his Pride, from Break Free by Ariana Grande to Sexy Boy by Air! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vicki Blight, Adele Roberts, Kate Holderness, editor of DIVA Magazine Roxy Bourdillon and actress from the L word Rachel Shelley discuss the impact of the era-defining show for queer women “The L Word” at its 20th anniversary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode Emma speaks to author Kirsty Loehr about her book “A Short History of Queer Women” and gets the latest book recommendations from Queer Lit in Manchester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bradley Riches, star of the global phenomenon coming-of-age queer drama 'Heartstopper', joins Steve Denyer on Virgin Radio Pride to pick the songs that soundtrack his Pride, from ABBA and Beyonce to Babies The Musical! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heartstopper star Bradley Riches speaks to former X Factor winner Matt Terry about his journey to be authentically himself! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DIVA editor-in-chief and author Roxy Bourdillon deep dives into 50 extraordinary years of sapphic nightlife history. In this fascinating documentary, she meets the queer innovators shaping the scene right now, and the trailblazing lesbians who paved the way so that we could party. Who said the lesbian bar is over? This sapphic party is only just getting started... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bisexual new mum, comedian and actor Samantha Baines is joined by lesbian IVF equality campaigners and influencers Whitney and Megan Bacon- Evans as well as bisexual dad and author Lewis Oakley with a live audience at the top of the tower for a very funny and very informative Q&A about parenting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode Emma speaks to author Laura Kay about her new book “Making It” and gets the latest book recommendations from Queer Lit in Manchester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Television icon Trisha Goddard shares her Pride Playlist and speaks to Steve Denyer about how much she's learnt about trans and non-binary identities from listening to her child and her many friends within the queer community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trainee broadcast journalist Alexander Parnham Cope heads to Leeds to celebrate and remember the UK's first Trans Conference which took place in the city 50 years ago this year. Plus a discussion with non-binary musician Coby O'Brien. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode Emma speaks to American author August Thompson about his new book “Anyone's Ghost” and gets the latest book recommendations from Queer Lit in Manchester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TV personality, model and former prison officer -Jaxon Feeley is determined to normalise trans people in the mainstream media. He joins Steve Denyer to discuss his journey and pick his ultimate pride playlist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heartstopper, Celebrity Big Brother and west end star Bradley Riches is here with conversations about being your authentic self.This week its a conversation between Bradley as one of the most prominent Gen Z queer celebrities in the UK and LGBTQ+ boomer John Dash in a conversation covering the difference between being queer when John was coming out vs the world we live in today.--------Produced by Audio Always Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode we get the latest book recommendations from queer lit in Manchester.This week Emma chats to LGBTQ+ author Simon James Green who has had some of his work controversially banned by education boards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.