Time to get cozy and talk about the stories that moved us this year. Victor and Sarah are sharing their highlights from a vibrant 2025 in queer books, television, and film. They get into it all — the stories that made them laugh, the ones that broke their hearts in the best way, and the vivid new worlds they couldn't stop thinking about long after the credits rolled. For the music - head to https://www.qmeet.nl/news/67/queer-music-in-2025

2025 was a year of whiplash. Join Victor and Sarah as they navigate the sharp global divide between historic victories and crushing setbacks. From the shifting political tides in The Hague to the polarization splitting the US and Eastern Europe, discover how the "Queer Compass" is spinning in a changing world—and why the fight for visibility is far from over.

This World AIDS Day special examines the duality of the HIV epidemic in Europe, celebrating the success of treatments that make the virus Undetectable=Untransmittable (U=U), while confronting the "Hidden Crisis" of a 54% late diagnosis rate. We break down the barriers of stigma and policy failure, and look ahead to the future with mind-blowing news about a potential functional cure for HIV.

This month Victor and Sarah dissect Miloš Forman's 1979 musical masterpiece, Hair, analyzing Claude Bukowski's journey from naive draftee to counterculture initiate. We explore how the film’s energetic choreography and enduring score capture the raw confrontation between the conservative establishment and the spirit of youth rebellion.

This week on The Queer Compass, we look ahead to Paarse Vrijdag (Purple Friday), an upcoming day of solidarity where people wear purple to support the LHBTIQ+ community. Join them as they explore the event's powerful origins in the fight against bullying and discuss why this GSA-led action in schools is so vital.

This week on The Queer Compass, Sarah and Victor tackle a heavy but vital topic: The Laramie Project, now showing in Amsterdam. It's a famous documentary theater play, built from real interviews, that tells the true story of Matthew Shepard's 1998 murder. The hosts discuss the crime, the shocking "gay panic" defense used at trial, and how the play explores hate, loss, love, and courage. It's an important conversation about a piece of our history that should never be forgotten.

More info: https://www.orangetheatrecompany.com/upcomingproductions

Get ready for Sinterklaas! We dive into one of the most magical and wonderfully confusing Dutch traditions as Amsterdam prepares for the Saint’s arrival on November 16th. Learn all about the steamboat from Spain, the difference between kruidnoten and pepernoten, and the creative art of "surprises" for Pakjesavond.

Forget hibernating! We are back with your complete guide to a surprisingly busy November. This episode is your one-stop shop for the best queer and LGBTQ+ events happening all across the Netherlands.

We cover the major highlights like Amsterdam's IDFA film festival and the COC Songfestival, explore Amsterdam's packed calendar, dive into the essential party nights in Utrecht, and share unique finds in Rotterdam. Plus, we've got an insider's tip for visiting Eindhoven's stunning GLOW Light Festival with a community group.

Tune in to get all the dates, details, and pro-tips you need to plan an amazing month!

This month on Movie Club Briefing, we dive deep into the Sundance hit Sebastian, a provocative film about a writer who leads a double life as a sex worker for his art. Then, we round up the biggest queer movie news and releases.

This week, Lucas and Jane are your guides to a packed season of can't-miss events. They dive into the details of the massive Amsterdam City Walk and the iconic Amsterdam Marathon, a weekend that promises to have the whole city in motion.

Then, they look ahead to one of the most magical nights of the year, Museumnacht, where museums transform into vibrant cultural playgrounds after dark.