It's the final release of 'From Queers to Peers'! In a special two-part drop, PYAP is proud to present its very own fictional series 'Beyond the Margins'. Follow the stories of mother Katie and her kid Jay as they weave through personal histories and coming out journeys.

This podcast is supported by LGBT YouthLine as part of the Provincial Youth Ambassador Program (PYAP).

Looking for the episode transcript? We're working to get it on our website asap! In the meantime, please send an email to [email protected], and we'll be more than happy to send you a copy :)

Content Warning

This content is intended for ages 16+ and may contain mature discussions that are not suitable for younger individuals.

Brief mentions of abuse, sexual relationships, coming out, transphobia, and dysphoria.

Creative Writing Team

Caitlyn Seale (she/they)

Esse P. (she/her)

Poet Fae (they/them)

Voice Actor

Esse P. (she/her)

Audio Editing

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit (they/he)

Esse P. (she/her)

Resources:

LGBT Youthline Peer Support Helpline: www.youthline.ca / Text 647-694-4275

Resource Database: https://resources.youthline.ca

It's the final release of 'From Queers to Peers'! In a special two-part drop, PYAP is proud to present its very own fictional series 'Beyond the Margins'. Follow the stories of mother Katie and her kid Jay as they weave through personal histories and coming out journeys.

This podcast is supported by LGBT YouthLine as part of the Provincial Youth Ambassador Program (PYAP).

Looking for the episode transcript? We're working to get it on our website asap! In the meantime, please send an email to [email protected], and we'll be more than happy to send you a copy :)

Content Warning

This content is intended for ages 16+ and may contain mature discussions that are not suitable for younger individuals.

Brief mentions of abuse, sexual relationships, coming out, transphobia, and dysphoria.

Creative Writing Team

Caitlyn Seale (she/they)

Esse P. (she/her)

Poet Fae (they/them)

Voice Actor

Charlie Dazé (they/them)

Audio Editing

Charlie Dazé (they/them)

Resources:

LGBT Youthline Peer Support Helpline: www.youthline.ca / Text 647-694-4275

Resource Database: https://resources.youthline.ca

This episode, join the fun in our conversation on queer pop culture! We explore fan relationships with queer celebs, the lesbian side of TikTok, queer rep in Bollywood, and more!

This podcast is supported by LGBT YouthLine as part of the Provincial Youth Ambassador Program (PYAP).

Looking for the episode transcript? We're working to get it on our website asap! In the meantime, please send an email to [email protected], and we'll be more than happy to send you a copy :)

Content Warning

This content is intended for ages 16+ and may contain mature discussions that are not suitable for younger individuals.

Brief mentions of homophobia and suicide.

Episode Hosts

Esse P. (she/her)

Raquel Schneider (she/they)

Audio Editing

Charlie Dazé

Resources:

LGBT Youthline Peer Support Helpline: www.youthline.ca / Text 647-694-4275

Resource Database: https://resources.youthline.ca

Join PYAP hosts Caitlyn and Raquel along with a volunteer from Youthline's peer support helpline for a candid conversation about sex-ed! Tune into a chat on growing up queer in religious schools, experiences in sex-ed (both positive and negative), de-bunking misinformation, and what queer youth need to see in health class.

This podcast is supported by LGBT YouthLine as part of the Provincial Youth Ambassador Program (PYAP).

Looking for the episode transcript? We're working to get it on our website asap! In the meantime, please send an email to [email protected], and we'll be more than happy to send you a copy :)

Content Warning

This content is intended for ages 16+ and may contain mature discussions that are not suitable for younger individuals.

Mentions of abortion, homophobia, toxic relationships, and personal experiences of religious harm.

Episode Hosts

Caitlyn Seale (she/they)

Raquel Schneider (she/they)

Guest Speaker

Sierra (they/them)

Audio Editing

Charlie Dazé

Resources:

LGBT Youthline Peer Support Helpline: www.youthline.ca / Text 647-694-4275

Resource Database: https://resources.youthline.ca

The conversation continues! In their chat on trans experiences, our YA's cover legal protections in Ontario, provincial health coverage, and share some poetry! 

This podcast is supported by LGBT YouthLine as part of the Provincial Youth Ambassador Program (PYAP).

Looking for the episode transcript? We're working to get it on our website asap! In the meantime, please send an email to [email protected], and we'll be more than happy to send you a copy :)

Content Warning

This content is intended for ages 16+ and may contain mature discussions that are not suitable for younger individuals.

Mentions of transphobia within families, among peers, and in medical contexts.

Episode Hosts

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit

Kelly Kakegagumick

Guest Speaker

Mabe

Audio Editing

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit

Resources:

LGBT Youthline Peer Support Helpline: www.youthline.ca / Text 647-694-4275

Resource Database: https://resources.youthline.ca

Join our YA's for a conversation on growing up trans in Ontario, navigating the health care system, family relationships, and much much more! 

This podcast is supported by LGBT YouthLine as part of the Provincial Youth Ambassador Program (PYAP).

Looking for the episode transcript? We're working to get it on our website asap! In the meantime, please send an email to [email protected], and we'll be more than happy to send you a copy :)

Content Warning

This content is intended for ages 16+ and may contain mature discussions that are not suitable for younger individuals. 

Mentions of transphobia within families, among peers, and in medical contexts.

Episode Hosts

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit

Kelly Kakegagumick

Guest Speaker

Mabe

Audio Editing

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit

Resources:

LGBT Youthline Peer Support Helpline: www.youthline.ca / Text 647-694-4275

Resource Database: https://resources.youthline.ca

Join us for the second of two awesome interviews with local community members, chatting with our youth about older 2SLGBTQ+ experiences!

This podcast is supported by LGBT YouthLine as part of the Provincial Youth Ambassador Program (PYAP).  

Looking for the episode transcript? We're working to get it on our website asap! In the meantime, please send an email to [email protected], and we'll be more than happy to send you a copy :)

Content Warning

This content is intended for ages 16+ and may contain mature discussions that are not suitable for younger individuals.

Includes mentions of conversion therapy and police raids. 

Episode Hosts

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit

Kelly Kakegagumick

Guest Speaker

Linda

Audio Editing

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit

Resources:

LGBT Youthline Peer Support Helpline: www.youthline.ca / Text 647-694-4275

Resource Database: https://resources.youthline.ca

Tune in for the first of two amazing interviews with local community members, chatting with our youth about older 2SLGBTQ+ experiences!

This podcast is supported by LGBT YouthLine as part of the Provincial Youth Ambassador Program (PYAP).

Content Warning

This content is intended for ages 16+ and may contain mature discussions that are not suitable for younger individuals.

Includes casual use of slurs, mentions of racism, transphobia, homophobia, talks of being kicked out of one's home and parental unacceptance, substance use, police brutality, and queer fetishization.

Episode Hosts

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit

Kelly Kakegagumick

Guest Speaker

Karen Houle 

Audio Editing

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit

Resources:

LGBT Youthline Peer Support Helpline: www.youthline.ca / Text 647-694-4275

Resource Database: https://resources.youthline.ca

Join us for a chat on communication styles, the importance of trust, respect, flexibility and the red flags to look for within yourself and your partner(s). Of course, we also delve into unique challenges experienced in 2SLGBTQ+ relationships.

This podcast is supported by LGBT YouthLine as part of the Provincial Youth Ambassador Program (PYAP).

Content Warning

This content is intended for ages 16+ and may contain mature discussions that are not suitable for younger individuals.

Includes mentions of coercion, controlling behavior, unaccepting family members of queer/trans identities, being outed, and general mentions of abuse.

Episode Hosts

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit

Kelly Kakegagumick

Raquel Schneider

Audio Editing

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit

Resources:

LGBT Youthline Peer Support Helpline: www.youthline.ca / Text 647-694-4275

Resource Database: https://resources.youthline.ca 

Dive into discussions on social media experiences, digital safety, how you can utilize safe spaces for the 2SLGBTQ+ community, reminiscing the dark Tumblr days, our queer awakenings on Club Penguin, and more!

This podcast is supported by LGBT YouthLine as part of the Provincial Youth Ambassador Program (PYAP).

Content Warning

This content is intended for ages 16+ and may contain mature discussions that are not suitable for younger individuals.

Includes coarse language, conversation on digital self-harm, manipulation, and certain adverse effects of coming out.

Episode Hosts

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit (they/he)

Kelly Kakegagumick (she/her)

Raquel Schneider (she/they)

Audio Editing

Daniel Mitchell-Benoit (they/he)

Resources: 

LGBT Youthline Peer Support Helpline: www.youthline.ca / Text 647-694-4275