Previously, we reviewed the Trump administration’s record on LGBTQ+ rights from 2017 to 2021. As the horrors persist under the new Trump administration, it’s vital to recognize how its actions continue to undermine civil rights, healthcare access, and protections for the LGBTQ+ community.

In this episode, we’ll examine the ongoing attacks on LGBTQ+ rights carried out by the Trump administration in 2025.

Related Episodes:

• Listen to Episode 112. Project 2025
• Listen to Episode 122. A Queer Review of the Trump Administration (2017 – 2021)
• Listen to Bonus 27. Queer as Philly Folk (with Sara Solomon)

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• Project 2025: A Dire Threat to LGBTQ+ Rights and Democracy
• The Impact of the Trump Administration on the LGBTQ+ Community: A Journey Through Setbacks and Advocacy
• Trump Accountability Tracker on LGBTQ People
• Did Trump's Executive Order Just Make Everyone in the U.S. Female?
• FBI to Categorize Trans People As "Nihilistic Violent Extremist" Threat Group, Report Says
• Pam Bondi Wants the Government to Create Cash Bounties for Turning in Trans Equality Activists
• Kennedy Seeks to Cut US Children’s Access to Gender-Affirming Care

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For gay men, pop culture and reality TV often provide campy, glamorous spaces that echo queer experiences of self-expression and resilience. The Real Housewives franchise, in particular, captivates with its mix of drama, individuality, and over-the-top spectacle.

In this previously released Patreon bonus episode, Eric Praniewicz dives into the world of The Real Housewives to explore why the franchise resonates so strongly with gay men. Join Patreon for more exclusive monthly bonus episodes like this one.

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As we close out 2025, it’s hard to ignore this year’s political turmoil, with uncertainty about our future looming over us. With the holidays upon us, it’s natural to feel bittersweet as we look back and dream of brighter days ahead.

In this episode, we’re revisiting this year's most powerful conversations on politics, identity, and resilience, reminding us that hope, unity, and love can overcome fear.

Related Episodes:

• Listen to Episode 136. Closets & Cocktails: The Secret History of Gay Speakeasies (with Chris Holcombe)
• Listen to Episode 137. Who’s Your Daddy? (with Sal Zambito)
• Listen to Episode 139. You're Probably Gayish (with Mike Johnson & Kyle Getz)
• Listen to Episode 140. Calling All Allies: It’s Time to Step Up (with Greg Baird)
• Listen to Episode 141. Queer All Year: 365 Days of Celebrating Pride (with Patrick Gevas)
• Listen to Episode 143. Heal from Religious Trauma (with Ann Russo)
• Listen to Episode 144. Bullies Beware: Confronting LGBTQ+ Bullying (with Mike Keller)
• Listen to Episode 145. Resisting Erasure: Preserving LGBTQ+ History (with Michael Venturiello)
• Listen to Episode 150. Lights, Camera, Action: The Importance of Trans Voices in Media (with AJ Mattioli)
• Listen to Episode 153. Pride, Pleasure, and the Path to Healing (with Court Vox)
• Listen to Episode 154. Pride and Protest: Defending LGBTQ+ Rights in a Shifting America (with Mari Nemec)
• Listen to Episode 155. Queers in History: Pride, Resistance, and Fighting Erasure (with Keith Stern)
• Listen to Episode 156. Punchlines and Pride: Activism Through Queer Comedy (with Michael John Ciszewski)
• Listen to Episode 160. Why Queer Bookstores Matter: Preserving LGBTQ+ Culture and Community (with Greg Newton & Donnie Jochum)

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In previous episodes, we’ve discussed how stereotypical gay culture has idolized youth, beauty, and sex. This fixation has led some gay men to equate midlife with “aging out” of the community, often resulting in internalized shame and a complicated relationship with aging.

In this episode, Hunter Flournoy, a licensed therapist, coach, breathworker, healer, and spiritual guide, joins us to talk about how gay men can confront ageism and create more fulfilling, authentic lives in midlife and beyond.

Related Episodes:

• Listen to Episode 60. Is 30 Gay Death?
• Listen to Episode 151. Twink Death: RIP Skinny Jeans

Additional Resources:

• Debunking 'Gay Death': How Gay Men Can Age with Pride
• Learn More About Hunter Flournoy

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LGBTQ+ history has long been overlooked, ignored, or actively erased, leaving us with only fragments of a past that deserves to be preserved and celebrated. That absence makes historical fiction a meaningful platform for reclaiming space and allowing queer characters to exist in time periods that have traditionally denied their presence or humanity.

In this episode, Jeza Belle, a New York City-based drag queen and author of The Freedom to Love, joins us to discuss the power of storytelling through historical fiction and the importance of preserving LGBTQIA+ narratives in overlooked time periods.

Related Episodes:

• Listen to Episode 145. Resisting Erasure: Preserving LGBTQ+ History (with Michael Venturiello)
• Listen to Episode 155. Queers in History: Pride, Resistance, and Fighting Erasure (with Keith Stern)

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• Learn More About Jeza Belle
• Buy The Freedom to Love
• Follow Jeza Belle on Instagram
• Follow Jeza Belle on Facebook
• Follow Jeza Belle on Twitter

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Previously, we discussed how some queer men find solace and empowerment in spiritual practices like astrology, which offers a means of self-discovery and affirmation. Rooted in introspection and symbolism, queer astrology can help individuals reclaim their narratives and connect more deeply with their authentic selves.

In this episode, Danny Santos, an astrologer, tarot expert, and psychic medium, joins us to explore how spiritual tools like astrology can support queer individuals in navigating identity, healing, and connection during times of transformation.

Related Episodes:

• Listen to 79. Queer Mysticism: Gay Men & Spirituality

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• Learn More About Danny Santos
• Follow Danny on Instagram
• Follow Danny on TikTok
• Listen to Astro Daddy Podcast

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Social media has created vibrant online communities where LGBTQ+ people can connect, share experiences, and affirm their identities. Platforms like TikTok offer support, visibility, and a sense of belonging that many may not find in their offline lives.

In this episode, Nick Paul of The Wicked Pumpkin joins us to explore how TikTok nurtures queer community, creativity, and connection, especially during spooky season, when Halloween’s themes of transformation and self-expression resonate deeply with LGBTQ+ culture.

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• Listen to Episode 08. Finding Your Community

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• Finding Your Community: Navigating LGBTQ+ Friendships Beyond the Party Scene
• Follow The Wicked Pumpkin on TikTok
• Follow The Wicked Pumpkin on Instagram
• Follow Nick Paul on Instagram

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Queer beauty celebrates self-expression, authenticity, and fluidity, challenging traditional beauty standards and embracing identities across the spectrum. By centering queer voices, beauty becomes a powerful tool for empowerment, allowing individuals to reclaim their image and take pride in their identity.

In this episode, Vincent Branchesi and Karim Fadel, co-founders of Grimoire, join us to discuss how they’re redefining beauty and masculinity with their queer-owned skincare brand and explore the empowering role of self-care in the LGBTQ+ community.

Related Episodes:

• Listen to Episode 89. Beyond the Brawn: Redefining Queer Masculinity (with Erick DuPree)
• Listen to Episode 92. Metrosexual Madness

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• Metrosexuality: Challenging Masculinity or Reinforcing Problematic Stereotypes?
• Check Out Grimoire
• Follow Grimoire on Instagram
• Follow Grimoire on TikTok
• Follow Vincent on Instagram
• Follow Karim on Instagram

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Societal pressure on men to appear tough and self-reliant can lead to the avoidance of medical care since vulnerability is wrongly equated with weakness. For gay men, this is further complicated by the fear of discrimination or judgment in healthcare settings, creating additional barriers to accessing necessary treatment.

In this episode, Mickie Kennedy, author of Glandscapes, joins us to discuss how queer identity and masculinity intersect with health and vulnerability, breaking taboos around gay men’s health and exploring the enduring queer legacy of survival and resilience.

Related Episodes:

• Listen to Episode 89. Beyond the Brawn: Redefining Queer Masculinity (with Erick DuPree)
• Listen to Episode 103. A Pulse Check on LGBTQ+ Healthcare (with Max Austin)
• Listen to Episode 107. Kiss & Release (with Anthony DiPietro)

Additional Resources:

• The Journey of LGBTQ+ Healthcare Professionals and the Path to Inclusive Care
• Learn More About Mickie
• Buy Glandscapes
• Follow Mickie on Instagram
• Follow Mickie on Facebook
• Follow Mickie on Twitter

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Queer bookstores have long been more than just places to buy books, serving as cultural hubs, safe havens, and essential spaces for connection, representation, and affirmation within the LGBTQ+ community. As we navigate an increasingly hostile political landscape, building and sustaining these spaces is not only an act of resistance, but one of resilience and solidarity.

In this episode, Greg Newton and Donnie Jochum, co-founders of the Bureau of General Services—Queer Division (the Bureau), join us to explore what it takes to create and maintain queer infrastructure, how the Bureau continues to provide a platform for storytelling and connection, and what the future holds for this essential community space.

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• Learn More About the Bureau of General Services – Queer Division
• Follow the Bureau on Instagram
• Subscribe to the Bureau on YouTube
• Follow the Bureau on Facebook
• Follow Greg on Instagram
• Follow Donnie on Instagram

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