Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered

Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered

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  • Ryan Lu: Manifesting Your Dream Life, Lionsgate Portal & Queer Empowerment

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    Manifest Your Dream Life & Embrace Queer Identity on the BabyGay™ Podcast! This week, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with content creator and Delulu Podcast host Ryan Lu (@e.mo.tions) to talk manifestation, gender identity, and coming out. Known for her powerful blend of astrology, daily affirmations, tarot, and unapologetic delulu energy, Ryan has inspired over 1.5M followers across TikTok and Instagram. Recorded live from the historic Black Cat in Silverlake during the powerful Lionsgate Portal, this LGBTQ+ podcast episode is packed with tips for self-love, confidence, and living your most authentic life.

    Ryan shares the hilarious and heartfelt story of accidentally coming out to her parents on-air, opens up about her personal gender identity journey, and reveals the manifestation rituals that keep her grounded...from bay leaf magic to affirmations that really work. Along the way, she reflects on building queer community, navigating life as an LGBTQ+ creator, and why dreaming big is a radical act. This episode is a celebration of queer empowerment, creativity, and the magic that happens when you claim your story, because coming out looks good on you.

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    @e.mo.tions TikTok / IG

    @delulubff TikTok / IG

    BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating 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

    1 hr 4 min
  • Zach Oren: Ides of Gender & the Power of Trans Visibility

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    Want to be a better LGBTQ+ ally? This episode offers a real, compassionate starting point.

    Photographer Zach Oren (he/him) joins BabyGay™ Podcast host & founder PJ Brescia (they/them) to share the story behind Ides of Gender — a powerful, seven-year photo series documenting over 650 trans and nonbinary people across all 50 U.S. states and territories. As a cisgender artist, Zach opens up about building trust, navigating privilege, and using photography to honor the truth and beauty of trans lives.

    If you're seeking to deepen your allyship, support the trans community, or understand how art can shift culture and expand empathy, this conversation is for you.

    Recorded at The Black Cat in Los Angeles: site of the first LGBTQ+ civil rights protest in U.S. history.

    This episode is proudly sponsored by The Black Cat.

    See Zach’s work: zachoren.com | @zachoren @idesofgender

    BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating 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

    1 hr 8 min
  • Dad: What Coming Out Taught Us About Gender, Faith, and Love

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    Struggling with family acceptance or coming out to a parent? This episode is for you.

    BabyGay™ founder PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with their Dad for a raw, honest conversation about gender identity, queerness, faith, and family across generations. Together, they explore what it really takes to show up for someone you love...even when you don’t fully understand their experience.

    They talk about growing up in the 1940s, masculinity, the impact of BabyGay, and how healing becomes possible when parents choose love over fear. If you’re coming out later in life, navigating family dynamics, or trying to support a queer loved one, this episode offers truth, perspective, and hope.

    Recorded at The Black Cat in Los Angeles: the site of the first LGBTQ+ civil rights protest in U.S. history.

    BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating 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
  • Simy Eurydice: From Trauma to Triumph

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    If you’ve ever been outed before you were ready, struggled to feel seen in queer spaces, or wondered where you fit in this big, messy LGBTQ+ world...this episode is for you.

    Recorded in May 2024 at the historic Black Cat in Los Angeles, this was the very first BabyGay™ Podcast episode ever captured. Host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with rapper, dancer, and “Pink Prince of Rap” Simy Eurydice (she/they) for a raw, vulnerable, and powerful conversation about identity, family, healing, and what it really means to live out loud.

    Simy shares what it was like growing up in conservative Southern California, being outed at 13, surviving trauma, reconnecting with her roots, and carving space as a femme trans artist. If you’re searching for real coming out stories, trans representation in music, or LGBTQ+ podcasts that go deep...you’re in the right place.

    Featuring Simy’s track “Lilith Temptation” and a preview of her album: ...ME!

    Follow Simy Eurydice: @simyeurydice

    Content note: This episode contains adult content.

    BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating 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

    52 min
  • Kate Lav: Sobriety, Sniffies & Self-Discovery (Live at The Black Cat)

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    Ever felt like you weren’t “queer enough” to come out? Or wondered if you need a label to belong? This episode is for anyone who’s still figuring it out.

    Recorded live at the historic Black Cat in Silver Lake, BabyGay™ Podcast host PJ Brescia (they/them) welcomes comedian and Six Feet Above podcast host Kate Lav for a vulnerable, hilarious, and deeply relatable conversation about queer identity, sobriety, demisexuality, and modern dating culture. From first queer crushes to bi-erasure, hookup apps like Sniffies, to the search for genuine connection, Kate and PJ keep it honest and unfiltered.

    They also get real about healing after addiction, finding your voice in stand-up comedy, and what it means to take up space as your full self — even when you’re still unsure who that is.

    You’re not alone. This conversation is proof that there’s no one way to be queer...and no deadline to claim your truth.

    If you’re in LA, catch Kate’s weekly comedy show with OJ Stellar: The Download at POW House.

    This episode is presented by Labo Beauté Salon in North Hollywood. Truly the best nail salon in LA! 

    BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating 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

    51 min
  • Tim Pulliam: Never Too Late to Come Out

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    What does it mean to come out late and Black in America? If you’re searching for Black queer coming out stories, advice on coming out later in life, or how to find LGBTQ+ community when you feel “behind,” this episode is for you.

    On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Emmy-Nominated ABC News journalist Tim Pulliam. He shares how he came out as gay at 29 while building a public-facing career, navigating faith, family, and growing up in the Bible Belt. Together, they explore how "den mothers" and "underground gatherings" shaped Tim’s journey, moving from fear to freedom, and why it’s never too late to embrace your truth and live authentically.

    Tim Pulliam is an Emmy-nominated, veteran TV journalist with nearly 20 years of experience covering breaking news, politics, race, and culture for ABC 7 Los Angeles and ABC News. He has reported on the LA wildfires, ICE raids, the George Zimmerman trial, and the opening of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture. His reporting on the Michael Dunn murder trial was featured in the HBO documentary 3 ½ Minutes: Ten Bullets. Tim has been honored by the National Association of Black Journalists and named Reporter of the Year by the Associated Press and RTDNAC.

    If you’ve ever wondered how to overcome internalized homophobia, find your queer community, or take your first steps toward coming out, you’ll find encouragement and clarity here. This episode reminds you that coming out is a journey, not a race... and that you’re never too late.

    BabyGay™ Podcast: Coming out looks good on you!

    This episode is sponsored by Everywhere Is Queer, the worldwide map of over 19,000 queer-owned businesses helping you find affirming spaces anywhere. Download the app!

    Recorded at the historic Black Cat in Silver Lake.

    BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating 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

    51 min
  • PRIDE SPECIAL: Soul Purpose, Everywhere Is Queer & The Boys of Tomorrow

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    The BabyGay Podcast recorded live from the Girls, Gays & Theys X BabyGay Pride Party! Host PJ Brescia (they/them) brings you authentic conversations celebrating LGBTQ+ joy and community! In this episode, you'll meet:

    • Soul Purpose (Jake Scott-Thomson): Phenomenal DJ sharing his personal coming-out story and the magic of the queer community, especially at Out Loud Music Festival. @s0ulpurpose
    • Charlie Sprinkman: Founder of "Everywhere Is Queer," a worldwide app connecting you to LGBTQ+ owned businesses. If you're newly out or traveling, this is your guide to safe spaces. @EverywhereIsQueer
    • Rafael Parra, Founder of The Boys of Tomorrow: Discover his personal coming-out journey, alongside his platform supporting queer youth. @Rafael_Parra

    Our Sponsors: 

    • Sweet Gwendoline French Gin:  www.sweetgwendolinefrenchgin.com | @SweetGwendolineFrenchGin
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    BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating 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

    39 min
  • Tenderoni: King of Drag, Drag King Renaissance & Empowerment

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    Find your authentic queer self this week on the BabyGay™ Podcast! Your host PJ Brescia (they/them) dives into queer culture and self-discovery with the incredible Drag King Tenderoni, a star judge on Revry's groundbreaking new show, King of Drag. Recorded live from the historic Black Cat in Silverlake, this LGBTQ+ podcast episode is packed with validation and inspiration for anyone on their own coming out journey.

    Hear how this drag king icon navigated their own coming out story at 20, revealing how relatable internal struggles shaped their path, even with a super supportive family. Tenderoni shares the surprising origins of their unique name and why finding a strong queer community was vital to their artistic and personal growth.

    This isn't just entertainment; it's a deep dive into why representation matters. Tenderoni gives us the exclusive scoop on King of Drag, the first-ever all-drag king competition series. Hosted by the legendary Murray Hill, and featuring powerhouse judges like Sasha Velour, Gottmik, and an incredible lineup of guest judges including Cole Escola, Paul Feig, and Lisa Rinna, this revolutionary Revry show is shattering barriers and creating crucial visibility for diverse queer identities within drag. Tenderoni highlights the show's integrity, its incredible talent, and the powerful impact it's set to have. Plus, hear their invaluable advice on mentorship, setting healthy boundaries, and fostering a positive mindset – powerful tools for anyone navigating life's challenges.

    You won't want to miss our rapid-fire round, where Tenderoni spills on everything from Missy Elliott and Chicago hot dogs (no ketchup!) to the exciting renaissance of drag king culture. This episode reminds you that coming out looks good on you!

    This episode was brought to you by Revry, the global streaming network for LGBTQ+ content. Revry provides authentic and inclusive entertainment that celebrates the diversity of queer experiences. Catch King of Drag, which premiered June 22nd, exclusively on Revry.com or the Revry app – it's free globally!

    BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating 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
  • Kat Cunning: Non-binary Expression, Sinderella & Pride

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    BabyGay™ Podcast: Special Pride Episode - Navigating Non-Binary Identity & Queer Art with Kat Cunning!

    Navigate your non-binary journey with this BabyGay™ Podcast episode featuring the incredible Kat Cunning (they/them)! Known for their traffic-stopping voice, magnetic stage presence, and multi-hyphenate career as an LGBTQ+ artist, actor, and songwriter. Kat joins host PJ Brescia (they/them) for a special pride episode recorded LIVE from the Girls, Gays & Theys X BabyGay Pride Party at beTRUE Studios in Hollywood.

    Kat holds nothing back as they discuss their powerful new music video, "Sinderella," and how it's a direct expression of their non-binary identity. They dive deep into navigating misgendering, offer invaluable advice for baby gays on their coming out journeys, and even share hilarious behind-the-scenes stories from their whirlwind day. Plus, stay tuned for Kat's forthcoming single, "Dancer." This episode is a raw celebration that reminds us coming out looks good on you! Watch and stream "Sinderella" now!

    This episode was brought to you by Revry, the global streaming network for LGBTQ+ content. Revry provides authentic and inclusive entertainment that celebrates the diversity of queer experiences. Learn more at revry.com

    BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating 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

    29 min
  • Tori Kay: Queer Identity, Sobriety & "SHOWGIRL"

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    Are you navigating your own path of identity, self-acceptance, or coming out? Seeking validation or community? This BabyGay™ Podcast episode is for you.

    Host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Pop Star Tori Kay (she/her) for a raw, honest conversation recorded May 2024. Tori shares her unique journey from a conservative Dallas upbringing to an out queer artist in LA. She opens up about family challenges, her personal sobriety journey, and the intense self-discovery that led to healing, a path PJ also shares.

    You'll gain powerful insights into queer identity and authenticity as Tori details her unique coming out narrative, including navigating feeling "not queer enough" and experiencing bi/panphobia within the LGBTQ+ community. Get inspiration from a queer artist discussing her creative process and her new single, "SHOWGIRL."

    Tune in for powerful stories, personal growth, and to feel less alone in your queer experience.

    Listen now! Stream Tori Kay's new single "SHOWGIRL" wherever you stream music, and follow her on socials @ToriKayUnedited.

    BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating 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

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The BabyGay™ Podcast drops every Thursday...your front-row seat to real, unfiltered queer stories. Hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — and recorded at the iconic Black Cat in…