Queers These Days

Queers These Days
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"Queers These Days" is a podcast that delves deep into the lives, experiences, and thoughts of queer individuals in the modern era. Each episode features candid conversations with a diverse line-up of guests, ranging from activists to artists, educators to entrepreneurs, all sharing their unique perspectives on what it means to be queer in today's world. The podcast delves into pressing social issues such as intersectionality, mental health, and the evolving landscape of gender and sexuality. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of queer life, one candid conversation at a time.

  1. 07/14/2025

    The Soundtrack of My Little Gay Life (with Kate Dinsmore)

    In this episode of "Queers These Days," my stunning returning guest Kate Dinsmore of "Happy 2 Be Here" and I dive into the music that has shaped and continues to mould our queer identities. From childhood favorites to current anthems, we talk about how songs have influenced our journeys of self-discovery and our ongoing gender expression. On Instagram, you can find the ⁠podcast⁠, ⁠Kate⁠ and ⁠⁠me⁠⁠. On Twitter, you can follow ⁠⁠me⁠⁠ and ⁠the ⁠podcast⁠⁠. You can also check out the podcast's ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠.

    1h 9m

  2. 05/20/2025

    The Virgo Garden Witch Who Raised Me (with my mum)

    In this episode of Queers These Days, my mum (self described Garden Witch, cosmically crowned Virgo) and me chat about the evolution of our bond, the importance of honesty in parenting, and the spiritual connections that influence our lives. Mum shares her insights on authenticity and the importance of being true to oneself, while also talking about her upbringing and beliefs. We reflect on personal growth, the magic of nature, and share humorous anecdotes about parenting. Mum offers advice for parents supporting queer and trans kids, emphasising the need for listening and understanding. You cannot follow my mum on social media, but you can follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Twitter,⁠⁠ and me on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠!

    26 min

  3. 04/25/2025

    Yellowjackets Pt. 2 (with Charis Hudson)

    In this episode of Queers These Days, my dear friend Charis is back to take a deep dive into the wild world of Yellowjackets, exploring the show’s rich character arcs, queerness, and themes of survival, violence, and identity. From the raw realism of teenage girlhood to the eerie symbolism of the cabin, we unpack how the series blends horror with intimacy and power with vulnerability. We discuss the evolution (and disappointments) of characters like Lottie and Shauna, the show's appeal to queer audiences, and the shifting power dynamics in life-or-death scenarios. The conversation is playful and profound, touching on shrooms, sacrifices, Greek mythology, and media recommendations. This episode also celebrates Lesbian Visibility Week and the importance of uplifting minority voices in storytelling—especially when it comes to messy, magical, complex queer characters. With expectations high for Season 4, we reflect on loose ends, teen trauma, healing, and what it means to survive. You can follow the podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Twitter,⁠ Charis on⁠ Instagram⁠ and ⁠Twitter⁠, and me on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Twitter⁠!

    1h 17m

  4. 03/24/2025

    SNAKEFACE: Theatre For Catharsis, Joy and Pain (with Bernadette Fam)

    Disclaimer: the podcast episode does contain discussions about sexual violence, racism and systemic violence. In this episode of Queers These Days, I got the opportunity to sit down with director Bernadette Fam (she/her, Gemini sun, Gemini moon, Aries rising) to discuss SNAKEFACE, an intense and powerful queer Black play inspired by the Medusa myth. Bernadette shares her emotional journey in bringing this story to life—exploring themes of identity, destruction and rebirth, and the balance of joy and pain in storytelling. We dive into the challenges of directing difficult themes, the importance of self-care in the creative process, and why valuing joy alongside trauma is essential in black queer narratives. Bernadette reflects on childhood experiences, community engagement, and the impact of lived experience on artistic expression. From silent moments of reckoning to the electrifying energy of performance, this conversation uncovers the deep emotional currents behind SNAKEFACE and the radical power of Black queer storytelling. 🎭 Listen now to hear about: The necessity of valuing queer black joy as much as queer black painCreating safe yet emotionally raw spaces in theatrePersonal growth through destruction and rebirthWhy art is a space for both confrontation and healingHow SNAKEFACE reclaims and reinterprets Medusa’s myth 🔗 Links: Buy tickets to SNAKEFACE hereFollow SNAKEFACE on InstagramFollow Bernadette on InstagramFollow the podcast on Instagram and TwitterFollow host Piper on Instagram and Twitter

    41 min

  5. 01/26/2025

    When Will You Trans? (with Laura Oris, Rhianne Priyanka and Gabriel Gaston)

    In this episode, I’m joined by my incredible friends, Gabs (he/they), Rhianne (they/she/he), and Laura (she/they), as we dive into a conversation that covers everything from astrology to gender identity, relationships, and the complexities of self-expression. We talk about how our astrological signs shape our personalities and how that influences our relationships, and we also get into the messy, beautiful dynamics of polyamory. As we yap on, we talk about the fluidity of gender identity—how we’re perceived by others and the importance of navigating gender expression outside the traditional binaries. It’s an episode full of humour (three Sagittarius placements, hello), personal stories, and shared experiences, including the challenges we all face in a society that doesn’t always get it. We also get into some pretty fun and thought-provoking topics like what colours are rarest in nature, Drake’s lyrics (yes, we go there), prenuptial agreements, the emotional layers that come with marriage and divorce, how we take care of ourselves, hold ourselves accountable and support each other in both our personal and romantic lives. Hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did! You can follow Rhianne and Gabs, Champs and Queer Karaoke on Instagram. You also can follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Twitter,⁠⁠ and myself on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠.

    1h 7m

  6. 01/17/2025

    Some People Shouldn't Be On Dating Apps (with Adrienne Roy)

    This fortnight’s episode of Queers These Days features my lovely bicoastal and bilingual, but not bisexual pal Adrienne Roy (they/them). We chat about family dynamics, the challenges of adulthood, reflections on our experiences with dating apps, relationships, and navigating the complexities of gender roles and non-binary identities while dating. We talk about how traditional gender expectations manifest in relationships, the nuances of attraction and emotional support, and the impact of dating apps on our experiences. Our discussion also touches on the influence of the pandemic on social interactions and the emotional maturity required in modern dating, the significance of open communication in relationships, and the importance of self-love and clarity in personal desires. You can find Adrienne on Wednesday's at The Poly Mic, which you can follow on Instagram. You also can follow the podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Twitter,⁠ Adrienne on⁠ Instagram⁠ and ⁠Twitter⁠, and myself on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Twitter⁠. Happy Friday Queers!

    55 min

  7. 12/28/2024

    Comedy Is Subjective, Right? (with Sadie Moland)

    In this episode of Queers These Days, my hilariously intelligent friend Sadie Moland (she/her) and I have a chat about the dynamics of queer and mainstream comedy spaces. This episode was inspired by an interaction that a mutual friend of ours had after a show we performed in, where an audience member expressed their surprise at how funny the show was considering it was advertised as a queer show. We talk about the subjectivity of humour, the role of identity in comedy, and the impact of audience engagement. In this episode, Sadie shares her experiences seeing the supportive nature of queer comedy spaces and reflects on the importance of community in shaping comedic narratives. Sadie discusses her experiences and perspectives on queer comedy, the influence of her identity on her performance, the importance of representation, and the evolution of her comedic style. She reflects on her role models, the balance between personal storytelling and relatability, and her hopes for the future of queer comedy. You can follow the podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Twitter,⁠ Sadie on⁠ Instagram⁠, and myself on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Twitter⁠!

    39 min

  8. 12/03/2024

    The Yellowjackets Episode (with Charis Hudson)

    In light of the teaser trailer for season 3 being released, I thought I’d finally drop this episode I recorded back in April with my dear friend, Charis Hudson (she/her). This episode is about Yellowjackets, a TV show that served as a foundation for Charis and me to build a beautiful friendship upon, and we talked about literally EVERYTHING in the show (as well as extensively about our everlasting love for Lottie Matthews and Courtney Eaton). We chat about our thoughts on season two, what we think is really going on in the wilderness, Shauna as a repetitive mother figure who knows nothing but loss, why Shauna and Jackie are absolutely gay and so! much! more!!! Other than Yellowjackets, we discuss our queer icons, parts of ourselves we used to suppress but now embrace, and our conversation goes on natural segways and tangents but has been edited down to be easier to follow but you might need a map to follow along!  You can follow the podcast on Instagram and Twitter, Charis on Instagram and Twitter, and myself on Instagram and Twitter!

    1h 34m
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"Queers These Days" is a podcast that delves deep into the lives, experiences, and thoughts of queer individuals in the modern era. Each episode features candid conversations with a diverse line-up of guests, ranging from activists to artists, educators to entrepreneurs, all sharing their unique perspectives on what it means to be queer in today's world. The podcast delves into pressing social issues such as intersectionality, mental health, and the evolving landscape of gender and sexuality. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of queer life, one candid conversation at a time.

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  • Creator
    Queers These Days
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Queers These Days
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