Baby Gay (Queer Gay Stories)

PJ Brescia
  • 5.0 (12)
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Inspiring coming out stories and queer media recommendations, plus intimate confessions, awkward first gay kisses, secret crushes, and those 'lightbulb aha moments' that changed everything! The BabyGay™ Podcast, with new episodes every Tuesday, offers a real, unfiltered look into diverse LGBTQ+ experiences, sharing unique gay and queer journeys that explore everything from discovering your identity to navigating first loves and beyond. Tune in to hear the books, TV shows, films, and other LGBTQ+ podcasts that provided comfort and guidance during pivotal coming out moments, alongside candid discussions about those unforgettable first gay and queer experiences. Hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them), founder of the BabyGay community, The BabyGay Podcast is recorded at the iconic Black Cat in Silver Lake, California creating an authentic, historic and welcoming space where guests openly share their transformative queer stories. Whether you're newly out as gay or queer, questioning your sexual orientation, or a longtime ally seeking authentic voices from the LGBTQIA+ community, The BabyGay Podcast celebrates every step of self-discovery.  🎥 Watch full video episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BabyGayTV

  1. DEC 18

    Tommi Aura: From Church Choir to Androgynous Pop Star

    Send us a text Struggling to live authentically? You’re not alone. On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Tommi Aura to talk about coming out, unlearning religious shame, and stepping fully into queer identity. Tommi opens up about growing up religious and praying the gay away, navigating androgyny and nonbinary identity, and building confidence as a queer artist in the fashion and music industries. We talk therapy, manifestation, self-trust, and the power of “acting as if,” along with the inspiration behind Tommi’s debut album High Fashion Pop Music - OUT NOW! This episode is sponsored by Octava Beauty. Learn more at octavabeauty.com | @OctavaBeauty Links: High Fashion Pop Music — Tommi Aura (stream on all platforms) Follow Tommi Aura: Instagram / TikTok / YouTube: @tommiaura Follow BabyGay™: @babygaytv BabyGay™ Podcast, released every Wednesday, is hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — and celebrates queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity. Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. Special thanks to The Black Cat. Follow, like, and subscribe on TikTok , Instagram , and YouTube: @babygaytv www.baby.gay

    1h 8m

  2. DEC 11

    Bri Giger: It’s Part of Your Journey

    Send us a text If you're coming out later in life or questioning your queer identity, this episode will ground you. On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with comedian, actor, writer, and DJ Bri Giger for a candid, funny, and affirming conversation about navigating the LGBTQ+ coming-out process at any age. Bri opens up about early queer awakenings, being labeled before she was ready, and finally embracing “queer” as her most authentic identity. She and PJ talk about chosen family, queer adulthood milestones, and why doing your first Prides solo can be a powerful act of self-acceptance. As Bri puts it: “If you came alone, know you’re the coolest person in the room.” Bri also shares her path from being typecast in Hollywood to creating her own work, becoming a sought-after queer DJ, and preparing to shoot her comedy special in February 2026 at The Elysian Theater in Los Angeles. She reflects on career-shaping moments — including opening for Cameron Esposito — and how each opportunity pushed her toward becoming the multi-hyphenate performer she is today.  “It’s part of your journey!” ;) Links: 🎧 Follow Bri: @brigiger 🌈 Watch & listen: The BabyGay™ Podcast on YouTube + Spotify @babygaytv BabyGay™ Podcast, released every Wednesday, is hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — and celebrates queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity. Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. Special thanks to The Black Cat. Follow, like, and subscribe on TikTok , Instagram , and YouTube: @babygaytv www.baby.gay

    53 min

  3. DEC 3

    Tracy E. Gilchrist: Holding Space & Making Queer Media History

    Send us a text Learn how queer media shapes culture on this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, where host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Tracy E. Gilchrist (she/her) — the journalist and queer media icon behind 2024’s viral “holding space” Wicked interview with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Tracy opens up about her decades-long career covering the intersections of LGBTQ+ equality and pop culture...from becoming The Advocate’s first-ever feminism editor to serving as editor-in-chief during the early pandemic years. We talk queer history at The Black Cat, her celebrated cover stories (Brandi Carlile, Janelle Monáe, Kristen Stewart, Harvey Guillén, Cynthia Nixon), and how a sincere, unscripted moment in a four-minute junket became an instant queer-camp pop-culture icon. We also dive into burnout, perfectionism, and learning to be easier on yourself; early coming-out stories; her work elevating queer visibility in film and TV; and the emotional impact of being honored by the New York City Gay Men’s Chorus. Plus: why queer storytelling matters more than ever in today’s political climate. Links: Follow Tracy on social media: @tracyegilchrist Follow @BabyGayTV for more queer history & storytelling BabyGay™ Podcast, released every Wednesday, is hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — and celebrates queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity. Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. Special thanks to The Black Cat. Follow, like, and subscribe on TikTok , Instagram , and YouTube: @babygaytv www.baby.gay

    54 min

  4. NOV 19

    Greg Cope White & Dale Kiker: The True Story Behind 'The Pink Marine' & BOOTS on Netflix

    Send us a text Ever wish you had a BFF who loved you so unconditionally that you felt safe being exactly who you are?! This week on The BabyGay™ Podcast, PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Greg Cope White (he/him), author of The Pink Marine, and his lifelong best friend Dale Kiker (he/him) — the duo whose 51-year friendship inspired Netflix’s queer hit BOOTS. They’ve been inseparable since a school bus in 1974 New Orleans, surviving Marine Corps boot camp, Mardi Gras chaos, identity journeys, and adulthood side-by-side. One gay, one straight, both ride-or-die forever. PJ’s had the same straight BFF since they were 5… and the parallels are uncanny. This conversation is a love letter to friendship soulmates — the queer–straight bonds that shape us, save us, and hype us all the way into our full selves. Greg and Dale share what it was really like serving before “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” the quiet fear of hiding who you are, and the loud joy of having a best friend who refuses to let you shrink. Dale is Greg’s eternal hype man, ally, and brother, and the way they talk about each other will restore your faith in humanity (and maybe make you text your best friend immediately). This episode is truly...bonkers! ;) Links: 📖 Read The Pink Marine by Greg Cope White 📺 Watch BOOTS on Netflix Follow Greg Cope White: IG: @eatgregeat TikTok: @thepinkmarine BabyGay™ Podcast, released every Wednesday, is hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — and celebrates queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity. Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. Special thanks to The Black Cat. Follow, like, and subscribe on TikTok , Instagram , and YouTube: @babygaytv www.baby.gay

    59 min

  5. NOV 12

    Margaret Cho: Leading the Choligarchy

    Send us a text The world is cracking...and Margaret Cho will save us! On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) records from the historic Black Cat in Silver Lake with comedy legend, activist, and fellow Out100 honoree Margaret Cho (she/her) - truly one of the funniest, fiercest, and most influential queer voices of our time! Margaret opens up about growing up in a gay bookstore in San Francisco, coming out as pansexual, and using comedy as both protest and healing. Together, they dive into the fight for trans rights, the importance of chosen family, and how queer communities can stay joyful, angry, and connected...even as the world feels like it’s cracking. Margaret also gives us the inside scoop on her new films — the heartfelt dramedy All That We Love (with Jesse Tyler Ferguson) and the glitter-splattered zombie comedy Queens of the Dead — both in theaters now. Plus, her brand-new stand-up tour The Choligarchy, a chaotic, cathartic must-see show proving that being “cracked” might just be the cure. Links:  See Margaret on The Chologarchy Tour → margaretcho.comAll That We Love — in theaters nowQueens of the Dead — in theaters nowWatch + listen: @BabyGayTV on YouTube | Spotify | Apple PodcastsBabyGay™ Podcast, released every Wednesday, is hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — and celebrates queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity. Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. Special thanks to The Black Cat. Follow, like, and subscribe on TikTok , Instagram , and YouTube: @babygaytv www.baby.gay

    53 min

  6. NOV 5

    GG Hawkins: I Really Love My Husband

    Send us a text Ever felt like it’s too late to start over or chase your creative dream? On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with filmmaker and podcaster GG Hawkins (she/her) — writer-director of I Really Love My Husband and host of the No Film School podcast — for a funny, inspiring, and deeply honest conversation about queerness, creativity, and finding your voice at any age. GG opens up about leaving her corporate job to make her SXSW-premiering debut feature, filming in the jungles of Panama, and learning to greenlight herself when no one else would. She and PJ talk about following your gut, embracing your weird, and turning the scariest parts of your story into your superpower. I Really Love My Husband — now streaming on Apple TV , Amazon & other streaming platformsListen to No Film School wherever you get your podcastsFollow GG — @lostingracelandBabyGay™ Podcast, released every Wednesday, is hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — and celebrates queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity. Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. Special thanks to The Black Cat. Follow, like, and subscribe on TikTok , Instagram , and YouTube: @babygaytv www.baby.gay

    58 min

  7. OCT 29

    LA City Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez: Allyship & Building a More Inclusive Los Angeles

    Send us a text Want to see what real allyship in action looks like? On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with LA City Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez (he/him) — a lifelong Angeleno, former labor organizer, and one of Los Angeles’ leading voices for equity and inclusion. Born and raised in LA to Mexican immigrant parents who worked as street vendors, Hugo learned early on the power of community and collective action. Before his election to City Council in 2022, he spent 16 years organizing with UNITE HERE!, fighting alongside hotel workers to win fair wages, healthcare, and respect on the job. Recorded LIVE before an audience at the historic Black Cat in Silver Lake, this special episode was part of BabyGay’s Third Annual National Coming Out Day Celebration — produced in partnership with The Black Cat and OutCare Health, and presented by Los Angeles City Council District 13 (CD13). PJ and Councilmember Soto-Martínez reflect on what it means for Los Angeles to officially recognize National Coming Out Day as a city holiday...and how allyship, solidarity, and love can fuel real systemic change. This episode is a reminder that love and solidarity aren’t just ideals — they’re actions that can transform a city, one community at a time. Follow @HugoForCD13 & @BabyGayTV for more community updates. BabyGay™ Podcast, released every Wednesday, is hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — and celebrates queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity. Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. Special thanks to The Black Cat. Follow, like, and subscribe on TikTok , Instagram , and YouTube: @babygaytv www.baby.gay

    17 min

  8. OCT 22

    Ryan Basham | Out100 Honoree: Finding Self-Acceptance Through Politics & Comedy

    Send us a text This episode kicks off BabyGay’s Out100 Honoree Series — celebrating the bold, brilliant queer trailblazers featured in Out Magazine’s Out100. Host PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — sits down at the historic Black Cat in Silver Lake with political analyst, comedian, and activist Ryan Basham for an open, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation about finding self-acceptance through politics, comedy, and grief. From growing up gay in small-town Tennessee to working on the Biden–Harris campaigns, Ryan shares what it really takes to heal, laugh, and keep showing up as yourself...even when life gets messy. It’s real, it’s funny, and it’s full of heart. Ryan also talks about founding Stonewall Network, his work with the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund, and how he’s building queer community through action and laughter. Self-acceptance is a practice, not a destination...and this one’s proof. 🌈 RYAN BASHAM LINKS & UPCOMING SHOWS 10/24 – Petty Cash Studios (West Hollywood) – $10 tickets w/ code "RYANFAN" Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-renegades-west-hollywood-tickets-1808976480349 11/5 – HaHa Comedy Club (North Hollywood) - "$5 off w/ code "Percy5" Tickets: https://tixr.com/pr/basham/161526 Founder of Stonewall Network: https://stonewallnetwork.org Campaign Board Member of LGBTQ+ Victory Fund: https://victoryfund.orgBabyGay™ Podcast, released every Wednesday, is hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — and celebrates queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity. Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. Special thanks to The Black Cat. Follow, like, and subscribe on TikTok , Instagram , and YouTube: @babygaytv www.baby.gay

    1h 9m
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Inspiring coming out stories and queer media recommendations, plus intimate confessions, awkward first gay kisses, secret crushes, and those 'lightbulb aha moments' that changed everything! The BabyGay™ Podcast, with new episodes every Tuesday, offers a real, unfiltered look into diverse LGBTQ+ experiences, sharing unique gay and queer journeys that explore everything from discovering your identity to navigating first loves and beyond. Tune in to hear the books, TV shows, films, and other LGBTQ+ podcasts that provided comfort and guidance during pivotal coming out moments, alongside candid discussions about those unforgettable first gay and queer experiences. Hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them), founder of the BabyGay community, The BabyGay Podcast is recorded at the iconic Black Cat in Silver Lake, California creating an authentic, historic and welcoming space where guests openly share their transformative queer stories. Whether you're newly out as gay or queer, questioning your sexual orientation, or a longtime ally seeking authentic voices from the LGBTQIA+ community, The BabyGay Podcast celebrates every step of self-discovery.  🎥 Watch full video episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BabyGayTV

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  • Creator
    PJ Brescia
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Baby Gay (Queer Gay Stories)
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