The SG Boys

The SG Boys
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The SG Boys Podcast

LGBTQ+ Singaporeans gather around a microphone to share stories of love, loss, friendship and family. Hosted by Joshua Simon, Sam Jo and Kennede Sng. Recorded in Singapore, a largely conservative country that criminalises sex between men and where there are no anti-discrimination laws for LGBTQ+ people, The SG Boys aims to be a safe space where all are welcome. The beliefs, views and opinions expressed on the podcast are attributable to its hosts only, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, organisation, company or individual. Subscribe and connect with us on Instagram: @TheSGBoys For media requests or collaborations, contact our Communications Lead, Rachael De Foe comms@rachaeldefoe.com 

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  1. This Is Us... Then

    EPISODE 1

    This Is Us... Then

    The SG Boys are back with a double episode bonanza to kick off Season 4! After a much-needed hibernation, Josh and Sam Jo surprise each other with belated Christmas gifts that reference some of their favourite pop and R&B divas. They also muse about the year ahead as Sam Jo dangerously approaches Singapore's property-buying age for singles, and Josh grapples with the aftermath of his recent breakup. Trigger warning: This episode mentions suicide and suicidal thoughts. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
  2. Dragon Horse Spirit

    EPISODE 2

    Dragon Horse Spirit

    The SG Boys are back with a double episode bonanza to kick off Season 4! Chinese New Year is around the corner and what better way to usher in the Year of the Rabbit than to check out fengshui readings based on our zodiac animals? Sam Jo the Dragon may find himself soaring overseas, while Josh the Horse could do with some powerful women in his life. We contemplate not just our fates, but also video game monsters, ancient folklore and all things superstitious. A Note from Sam Jo: In this episode I absent-mindedly refer to Chinese idioms, or cheng yu, as proverbs. To all my Mandarin teachers, I humbly beg for forgiveness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    27 min
  3. Stage Beauty | with Kak Nina Boo

    EPISODE 3

    Stage Beauty | with Kak Nina Boo

    Showgirl extraordinaire Kak Nina Boo was once told that she was not pretty enough, but she has since outlived all her naysayers to become one of Singapore's most beloved drag icons. The Tanglin Halt native and former girlfriend of Sang Nila Utama takes us back to a time when she waited tables and performed at the Boom Boom Room, and when police raids were all the rage at Changi Point. She also shows us who the real Nina is under all that makeup - an introvert with a penchant for horror flicks and an enduring beauty that transcends the stage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    38 min
  4. A Ruined Orgasm | with Alfian Sa'at

    EPISODE 4

    A Ruined Orgasm | with Alfian Sa'at

    In our lengthiest (and girthiest) episode yet, writer and former “angry young man” Alfian Sa’at joins us for one fierce hour to uncover his life as a poet, playwright and alleged agent of chaos. Alfian tells us about his multiple brushes with censorship, the importance of semantics and why the recent repeal of Section 377A reminds him of - wait for it - a ruined orgasm! We also discuss his fear of heights, his time in medical school and what a Facebook user like him really thinks of Gen Z. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 13m
  5. To Queer Or Not To Queer | with Mark Kinoshita

    EPISODE 5

    To Queer Or Not To Queer | with Mark Kinoshita

    Comedian and content creator Mark Kinoshita aka Auntie aka Minerva McGonagall joins us for a chat about navigating our queerness both online and on the streets. Mark revisits his early clubbing days, when his friends successfully "shocked the gay" out of him; Josh looks back on his past relationships and how social media affected them; and Sam Jo recounts overcoming a certain "furtive shame" with his first public kiss. Warning: This episode comes with A LOT of cackling. Plus, clips from our live recording with Mark at Beyond Repeal, this year's IndigNation Conference! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 8m
  6. Baby Queen | with Opera Tang

    EPISODE 6

    Baby Queen | with Opera Tang

    Drag queen-cum-Samsui woman Opera Tang drops by to discuss Baby Queen, her documentary feature that’s taking international film festivals by storm. Fresh off her Songkran tour, Opera tells us why Taobao is responsible for her iconic lewk, how she reconciles her feminine energy with societal masculinity, and spills the piping hot tea on her fellow queens. Warning: This episode includes plenty of burping and salty commentary, courtesy of King of Fried Rice (not sponsored). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 1m
  7. We Are Family | with Ching & Cally

    EPISODE 7

    We Are Family | with Ching & Cally

    What does family mean to you? For parents-to-be Ching and Cally, it's about being free to love each other and welcoming their newborn into this world. The couple behind LGBTQ+ platform Prout share why they have chosen to start a family in Singapore, despite the challenges that rainbow families still face here. They also tell us all about Prout's new web app that connects the community to critical service providers, and why companies should stop expecting free labour from queer folk during Pride Month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 1m
  8. Queen Of The Universe | with Maxie Andreison

    EPISODE 8

    Queen Of The Universe | with Maxie Andreison

    In our first cross-country episode recorded entirely over Zoom, Josh rings up Sam Jo as he celebrates Pride in Canada! Together, we hop on another call with Maxie Andreison from the Philippines, the only Asian queen in the WOW Presents Plus’ drag singing competition, Queen Of The Universe. Discover Maxie's coming out story, her love for karaoke and what it's really like filming a reality singing contest. Check out the full video version of this episode exclusively on our Instagram @thesgboys See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min
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About

LGBTQ+ Singaporeans gather around a microphone to share stories of love, loss, friendship and family. Hosted by Joshua Simon, Sam Jo and Kennede Sng. Recorded in Singapore, a largely conservative country that criminalises sex between men and where there are no anti-discrimination laws for LGBTQ+ people, The SG Boys aims to be a safe space where all are welcome. The beliefs, views and opinions expressed on the podcast are attributable to its hosts only, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, organisation, company or individual. Subscribe and connect with us on Instagram: @TheSGBoys For media requests or collaborations, contact our Communications Lead, Rachael De Foe comms@rachaeldefoe.com 

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  • Creator
    The SG Boys
  • Episodes
    57
  • Seasons
    4
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    The SG Boys

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