Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist

Tracy E. Gilchrist
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Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist is a weekly series that invites luminaries in entertainment, politics, and beyond to “hold space” for talks on culture and craft. Much like the viral Wicked moment that inspired it, the podcast features conversations between award-winning journalist Tracy E. Gilchrist and creatives that are both heartfelt and hilarious. Hold space with us and subscribe.

  1. 1d ago

    Backstage on Broadway with Frankie Grande | Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist

    Titanique star Frankie Grande joins Tracy for a Backstage on Broadway special episode where they discuss his witty, moving memoir, Supergay! In his dressing room at the St. James Theatre they chat about how being queer is a super power, gender presentation, recovery, Bowie, a perilous and hilarious hike he took with his sister, Ariana Grande, Broadway, recovery, and fisting (sort of). It's all there! Frankie was the first guest on "Holding Space with Tracy" when we launched in December. We are forever grateful to him for being the first and bringing all of his wit, intellect, and ability to hold space. Warm, thoughtful, and deeply personal, this episode celebrates the power of storytelling as activism and the joy of queer milestones. Subscribe to "Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist" for intentional, emotionally intelligent conversations with the artists shaping LGBTQ+ culture today. Past guests include Peppermint, Sherry Cola, Marco Pigossi, Jake Wesley Rogers, Dylan Akira Adler, Alexis Floyd, Nicole Pacent, Michael Urie, Kate Box and Madeleine Sami, Kat Cunning and more. Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist - new podcast episodes every week @holdingspacewithtracy 📲 FOLLOW HOLDING SPACE IG → / holdingspacewithtracy TikTok → / holdingspacewithtracy YT → / @holdingspacewithtracy ✨ FOLLOW TRACY E. GILCHRIST Instagram → / tracyegilchrist ⁠ #FrankieGrande ⁠#supergay #titanique #lgbtqia Hosted by: Tracy E. Gilchrist Produced by: João Dall’Stella Co-Produced by: Mason May Editing & Sound Design by: Allison Tate Photos by: Emily Teague Publicity: Tony Morrison, Morrison Media Group Social Media Marketing Assistance by: Ryan Heller Executive Produced by: Tracy E. Gilchrist, Tony Morrison, and João Dall’Stella

    20 min

  2. Jul 4

    "Bisexual Buddha" with Sherry Cola | Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist

    Actor and comedian Sherry Cola (Joy Ride) joins Tracy for a hilarious and heartfelt discussion. They get into Sherry playing a different kind of character in Netflix’s hit Little Brother, her pivotal role on Shrinking this season, and ramping up her TV career on I Love Dick before landing a lead on Good Trouble. Sherry also discusses LGBTQ+ Pride, working with heroes like Keanu Reeves and Christopher Meloni, why we need a Good Trouble and The Bold Type crossover movie, and why she may take the moniker Bisexual Buddha. Warm, thoughtful, and deeply personal, this episode celebrates the power of storytelling as activism and the joy of queer milestones. Subscribe to "Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist" for intentional, emotionally intelligent conversations with the artists shaping culture today. Past guests include Peppermint, Frankie Grande, Marco Pigossi, Jake Wesley Rogers, Dylan Akira Adler, Alexis Floyd, Nicole Pacent, Michael Urie, Kate Box, Kat Cunning and more. #SherryCola #Netlflix #Shrinking #⁠GoodTrouble ⁠#lgbtqia⁠ Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist - new podcast episodes every week 🎧 LISTEN & WATCHSpotify → ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2PZzo7b..⁠. Apple Podcasts → ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast..⁠. YouTube → / @holdingspacewithtracy 📲 FOLLOW HOLDING SPACE IG → / holdingspacewithtracy TikTok → / holdingspacewithtracy YT → / @holdingspacewithtracy ✨ FOLLOW TRACY E. GILCHRIST Instagram → / tracyegilchrist ⁠ Hosted by: Tracy E. Gilchrist Produced by: João Dall’Stella Co-Produced by: Mason May Editing & Sound Design by: Allison Tate Photos by: Emily Teague Publicity: Tony Morrison, Morrison Media Group Social Media Marketing Assistance by: Ryan Heller Executive Produced by: Tracy E. Gilchrist, Tony Morrison, and João Dall’Stella

    51 min

  3. Jun 26

    Peppermint's Pride at The Stonewall Inn | Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist

    The legendary Peppermint joins Tracy at the historic Stonewall Inn in New York City where she touches on what the storied venue means to her, being named a grand marshal of NYC Pride, her history with drag, costarring in Survival of the Thickest and more. She also answers the central question of what piece of art has helped shape her life. Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist - new podcast episodes every week 🎧 LISTEN & WATCHSpotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/2PZzo7b... Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... YouTube → / @holdingspacewithtracy 📲 FOLLOW HOLDING SPACEIG → / holdingspacewithtracy TikTok → / holdingspacewithtracy YT → / @holdingspacewithtracy ✨ FOLLOW TRACY E. GILCHRISTInstagram → / tracyegilchrist #Peppermint #StonewallInn #NYCPride #lgbtqia Hosted by: Tracy E. Gilchrist Produced by: João Dall’Stella Co-Produced by: Mason May Editing & Sound Design by: Allison Tate Photos by: Emily Teague Publicity: Tony Morrison, Morrison Media Group Social Media Marketing Assistance by: Ryan Heller Executive Produced by: Tracy E. Gilchrist, Tony Morrison, and João Dall’Stella

    47 min

  4. Apr 9

    "The Audacity" Full Cast Interview: Billy Magnussen, Paul Adelstein, Meaghan Rath & More

    In this episode, Tracy E. Gilchrist sits down with the cast and creator of AMC's The Audacity: Paul Adelstein, Billy Magnussen, Jonathan Glatzer, Ava Marie Telek, Thailey Roberge, Everett, Meaghan Rath, Rob Corddry, and Simon Helberg, to explore the complexities of playing characters caught in the crosshairs of the tech industry's power struggles. The guests discuss the show's satirical take on technocracy, AI, class disparities, and the deep humanity hidden behind the facade of Silicon Valley ambition.

    31 min

  5. Apr 2

    Hallmark's Robbie Simpson: Finding Mr. Christmas, a Seaplane Proposal & the Power of Queer Stories

    Tracy E. Gilchrist sits down with Hallmark's Robbie Simpson to explore his journey as a queer actor and producer, from his GLAAD-nominated role on Hallmark's Finding Mr. Christmas to his powerful views on storytelling as activism and the joy of his recent engagement. 📲 FOLLOW HOLDING SPACE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holdingspacewithtracyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@holdingspacewithtracy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@holdingspacewithtracy ✨ FOLLOW TRACY E. GILCHRIST Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyegilchrist

    1h 12m

  6. Mar 26

    Deadloch Season 2 with Kate Box, Madeline Sami, and The Kates

    Deadloch creators Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan, along with stars Kate Box and Madeleine Sami, talk Deadloch Season 2, filming in the Northern Territory heat, expanding the world of the show, new queer characters, and the series’ signature blend of dark comedy and noir suspense on this episode of Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist. New Holding Space podcast episodes weekly! #Deadloch #KateBox #MadeleineSami #TracyEGilchrist

    1h 7m

  7. Mar 19

    Michael Urie's star is NOT "Shrinking"

    Emmy-nominated actor Michael Urie joins Tracy E. Gilchrist to talk about the historic moment four queer actors shared an Emmy category, why Shrinking is a homophobia-free zone, and his deeply personal addiction to Barry Manilow. Guest: Michael Urie (Shrinking, Ugly Betty, Broadway) Host: Tracy E. Gilchrist Holding Space: https://www.instagram.com/holdingspacewithtracy Follow Tracy: https://www.instagram.com/tracyegilchrist

    1 hr

  8. Mar 8

    Ariana DeBose on Scarpetta, Grief, AI & Queer Representation

    Academy Award–winning actor Ariana DeBose joins Tracy E. Gilchrist to talk about Scarpetta, a tense thriller that doubles as a portrait of a big, messy Italian family and the woman at its center. They discuss the ensemble cast, Lucy Scarpetta’s complicated role within the family, and how the series balances murder mystery with emotional survival inside a tight-knit but chaotic household. The conversation also explores Lucy’s grief over her wife and the show’s provocative use of AI as a coping mechanism. Ariana reflects on the importance of authentic queer representation on screen and the emotional imperative to feel deeply and live fully. The episode closes with a poignant reflection inspired by Prince’s iconic song “Purple Rain.” Subscribe to Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist for thoughtful, emotionally intelligent conversations with artists shaping LGBTQ+ culture today. New episodes weekly.

    13 min
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Holding Space with Tracy E. Gilchrist is a weekly series that invites luminaries in entertainment, politics, and beyond to “hold space” for talks on culture and craft. Much like the viral Wicked moment that inspired it, the podcast features conversations between award-winning journalist Tracy E. Gilchrist and creatives that are both heartfelt and hilarious. Hold space with us and subscribe.

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