163 episodes

The LGBTQ experience is more than just a rainbow flag, it’s a movement. The PRIDE podcast hosted by Levi Chambers celebrates every person under the queer umbrella with skillful journalism and engaging interviews. Ever wondered about the queer pirates of the Caribbean? How about the origins of the expression "coming out" or the queer history of the United States? Join us as we provide a platform to LGBTQ+ people with stories to tell — stories about sexuality, gender, love, laughter or anything that unleashes your curiosity. PRIDE’s weekly podcast from Straw Hut Media is guaranteed to let your mind run wild in a safe space full of wonderment. So come along, we’re proud to have you.
*This podcast is not affiliated with Pride Media

PRIDE Straw Hut Media

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.7 • 186 Ratings

The LGBTQ experience is more than just a rainbow flag, it’s a movement. The PRIDE podcast hosted by Levi Chambers celebrates every person under the queer umbrella with skillful journalism and engaging interviews. Ever wondered about the queer pirates of the Caribbean? How about the origins of the expression "coming out" or the queer history of the United States? Join us as we provide a platform to LGBTQ+ people with stories to tell — stories about sexuality, gender, love, laughter or anything that unleashes your curiosity. PRIDE’s weekly podcast from Straw Hut Media is guaranteed to let your mind run wild in a safe space full of wonderment. So come along, we’re proud to have you.
*This podcast is not affiliated with Pride Media

    Queer on the Frontier w/ Peter Boag

    Queer on the Frontier w/ Peter Boag

    Today on PRIDE, we uncover the true history of the queer pioneers with Professor of American History at Washington State University Peter Boag. Having dedicated a large portion of his life to studying a broader American history in the West and its intersection with queerness, Peter has unique insight into the life and achievements of the various LGBTQ+ people during the turn of the century.

    Read Peter Boag's book, Re-Dressing America's Frontier Past. 

    • 37 min
    From Grindr to Motto: Building a Queer Dating App w/ Joel Simkhai

    From Grindr to Motto: Building a Queer Dating App w/ Joel Simkhai

    Grindr, synonymous with LGBTQ+ casual dating, has reshaped queer community interactions since its 2009 launch by Joel Simkhai. Now with over 13.5 million global users, it's influenced late-night humor and news while facing scandals and critiques for its anonymity feature—intended to protect users in hostile environments, yet sometimes misused for spreading hate or unsolicited content.

    This week, Joel Simkhai introduces his new app, Motto, (now active in NYC) aiming to improve the queer dating scene. He discusses learning from Grindr's darker aspects and his vision for enhancing queer dating app reputations worldwide.

    Learn about Motto here: https://www.findmotto.com/

    • 26 min
    The Gay History of Rodeo

    The Gay History of Rodeo

    Did you know that queerness in the West is at least 140 years old? The original cowboy community was biracial, bilingual, and homosocial. Two men getting married in far-flung places like Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming wasn’t a rarity - it was commonplace.

    In this episode of PRIDE, we sit down with Rebecca Scofield, a professor at the University of Idaho who specializes in gender and sexuality in the American West to discuss the origins of Gay Rodeo, how the LGBTQ+ community was integral in settling the Wild West, and how to keep the Rodeo as queer as ever.

    You can buy a copy of Slapping Leather: Queer Cowfolx at the Gay Rodeo, the book Rebecca Scofield co-authored with Elyssa Ford here: https://uwapress.uw.edu/book/9780295752136/slapping-leather/

    • 38 min
    Queer Cannabis w/ Green Qween

    Queer Cannabis w/ Green Qween

    In 2023, roughly 81% of all cannabis retailers were owned by cis white men across all legal states. However, a 2020 study performed at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs showed that the LGBTQ+ community consumes the plant at a much higher rate than the heterosexual community. So why haven’t more queer-owned cannabis retailers opened in the varied legal states?

    Green Qween Cannabis in downtown Los Angeles aims to change this narrative. By focusing on the local queer community and supporting the neighborhood, Green Qween has created a new hub for the LGBTQ+ community.

    Today, we’re sitting down with the founders, Taylor Bazley and Andrés Rigal to discuss how and why a community-based marijuana business can drive social change and inclusion.

    Learn more about Green Qween here: https://thegreenqween.com/
    Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopgreenqween/

    • 31 min
    A Walk on the Wild Side with Dan O’Neill

    A Walk on the Wild Side with Dan O’Neill

    Have you ever seen a gay explorer on TV going on extreme wildlife adventures and introducing audiences to the wonders of nature? Neither had we, but that’s exactly what Dan O’Neill is changing.
    Not only is he a skilled independent filmmaker and presenter, but he is also pursuing a PhD in zoology, specializing in remote expeditions and conservation biology.

    Today, Dan will be walking us through his current expedition, as well as reflecting on his recent film projects like “Giants,” which puts audiences face-to-face with the most gigantic animals to ever walk the planet.

    So, grab your explorer hats and load up on bug spray as we embark on an exciting journey to explore the incredible life of a wildlife enthusiast who's not just making waves but also sparking positive change in the world of science and natural history television.

    Connect with Dan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danowild
    Watch Giants on Curiosity Stream: https://curiositystream.com/collections/183

    • 48 min
    We're In This Together! w/ HRC and Propeller

    We're In This Together! w/ HRC and Propeller

    Propeller is a community-supported social impact platform– the first of its kind. And they connect non-profit organizations, like the Human Rights Campaign, with artists, festivals, and events, to create marketing campaigns that combine activism with unforgettable experiences.

    Last year, in 2022 alone, Propeller had over 1.3 million registered users, raised $5 million and inspired 7.6 million actions for causes that matter. Look at what Aly & AJ did, raising over $100,000 for The Trevor Project and To Write Love On Her Arms during their spring headline tour. And Demi Lovato has partnered with Propeller twice to raise money and bring awareness to the organizations they love.

    Today, we’re talking with Kelley Robinson, President of the Human Rights Campaign, and Brandon Deros, Founder and CEO of Propeller, about how their collaboration is reshaping activism through art and social engagement.

    Learn more about the Human Rights Campaign: https://www.hrc.org/
    Learn more about Propeller: https://www.propeller.la/

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    • 31 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
186 Ratings

186 Ratings

UtahGent ,

A Queer lens to Queer Culture

The LGBTQIA2S community can be as confusing as the ever-growing acronym. But things get a lot less confusing as you start to know and understand the people each letter represents.

PRIDE is the doorway to understanding each experience as Levi Chambers introduces listeners to a diverse group of people into an inclusive and safe space where they can share their experiences as queer people.

From learning about queer history to hearing the latest in LGBTQ activism to understanding someone's unique experience in the queer universe, PRIDE provides a deep dive into this ever-expanding and evolving world.

giddyuppony ,

What the queer community needs

Levi has done an incredible job at introducing a me to a diverse group of LGBTQ people and allies on this podcast. He tells stories that matter and show the depth and culture within our community that is often missed on other mainstream media representations of queer people. Everyone should listen and learn a bit more than they knew before. So thankful to have found this podcast.

Edenandtheworld ,

Stupid

I cant believe u idiots STOLE THE rainbow 🌈 it used to mean a reminder of our God’s promise but now the “default” is this pride crap. “C0nfû$ęD” about your freakin gender, WELL WHAT GENDER WERE YOU WHEN YOU WERE BORN, thats it!!!!! 🤬just p|$$ë$ me 0ff

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