Today we are THRILLED to welcome iconic hairstylist, podcaster, Netflix star and fierce defender of LGBTQ+ rights Jonathan Van Ness. Jonathan speaks refreshingly about how his gender expression is still a journey, from growing up as queer in rural Illinois to becoming a hugely visible gender-non-confirming public figure. Plus, we find out Jonathan’s favourite things about being in London Town and how styling Barbies as a child led him to launch one of the world’s biggest hair brands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week, we are joined by the hilariously funny actor and comedian, Hannah Gadsby.
Hannah's new Netflix special Gender Agenda was released earlier this month. Gender Agenda showcases some of the best gender queer comedy from around the world and features topics such as top surgery, misgendering and the effects of testosterone. Hannah sat down to tell us all about how they curated the line up and why stage time isn't always safe time for gender queer comedians. Plus, they tell us why they caused a stir on Instagram.

 

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This week, we are joined by the hilariously funny actor and comedian, Hannah Gadsby.
Hannah's new Netflix special Gender Agenda was released earlier this month. Gender Agenda showcases some of the best gender queer comedy from around the world and features comedians discussing topics such as top surgery, misgendering and the effects of testosterone. Hannah sat down to tell us all about how they curated the line up and why stage time isn't always safe time for gender queer comedians. Plus, they tell us why they caused a stir on Instagram.


278: Hannah Gadsby's Gender Agenda | Part 1

*TRIGGER WARNING*: This episode contains discussions around suicide and rape. 
This week, we are joined by the incredible Charlie Craggs. Charlie is an author, actress and the brains behind campaigns such as Nail Transphobia and Charlie's Self Defence Angels. More recently, she was in the press after being denied hormones by her new GP after moving out of London after a transphobic attack.
We sat down to discuss all of this and more. Charlie is a true trailblazer for the trans community, so make sure you don't miss this one!
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, both Samaritans and SARSAS have resources on their websites.


277: The T is for Try Me, B*tch! With Charlie Craggs | Part 1

*Trigger warning*: This episode contains discussions around suicide and rape.*
This week, we are joined by the incredible Charlie Craggs. Charlie is an author, actress and the brains behind campaigns such as Nail Transphobia and Charlie's Self Defence Angels. More recently, she was in the press after being denied hormones by her new GP after moving out of London after a transphobic attack.
We sat down to discuss all of this and more. Charlie is a true trailblazer for the trans community, so make sure you don't miss this one!
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, both Samaritans and SARSAS have resources on their websites.


277: The T is for Try Me, B*tch! With Charlie Craggs | Part 2

This year marks the 38th BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival and to celebrate we are coming from you live from the red carpet! We were lucky enough to chat to some of the amazing queer talent being showcased at this year's festival. We spoke to writer and director of opening night film Layla, Amrou Al-Kadhi, as well as cast Bilal Hasna and Louis Greatorex. We also caught up with Elliot Page, star and producer of Close To You, his co-star Hilary Baach and director Dominic Savage.
38th BFI FLARE: LONDON LGBTQIA+ FILM FESTIVAL 2024 is running now until 24 March at BFI Southbank and on BFI Player. 


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