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Welcome to Let's Be Perfectly Queer Podcast, your go to LGBT Australian podcast for all things queer.

This week's we're back with one of our favourite segments "Queer and A". This is where we dive into Reddit's "Ask LGBT" threads to answer questions in the good old reddit way.

In this episode, we're tackling a range of topics:

• Queer Allyship: Can a straight, cisgender guy paint his nails with a rainbow for Pride without it being cultural appropriation? We weigh in, sharing our thoughts and some of the top Reddit comments on the subject.
• Family Dynamics: A trans woman asks for advice on dealing with her sister, who uses her kids as an excuse for her transphobic behavior. We discuss setting boundaries with family and the importance of not "making yourself smaller to appease her".
• Internalised Homophobia: A 17-year-old girl struggling with her own internalized homophobia asks for advice and resources to become "more of an ally to myself". 
• Toxic Relationships: We get real about a bisexual woman's dilemma: her boyfriend is "a little homophobic," using slurs and making her feel uncomfortable

We also share some important news about a new report from LGBTQ rights group, OutRight International, revealing that politicians worldwide used anti-LGBTQ rhetoric in their campaigns last year. We reflect on the progress our community has made despite the current political climate, noting that LGBTQ people have more support and organizations now than ever before.

We also give you our opinion on "Lesbian Space Princess" currently playing in Luna Cinemas across Australia. 

🎧 Grab your headphones and join us as we step into a world where Reddit questions help us feel less alone… and until next time, stay perfectly queer!

Archie & Katie 🌈

Links:

Outright International Report

If you have found anything we have spoken about in this episode difficult or triggering, you can reach out to the following services:

Phone:

• Lifeline is available 24/7 – 13 11 14
• Beyondblue is available 24/7 - 1300 224 636
• Crisis Care Helpline is available 24/7 – 1800 199 008
• Kids Helpline is available 24/7 – 1800 55 1800
• RUAH Community Services is available 24/7 - 13 78 24

Online:

• Head to health online chat  - headtohealth.gov.au
• RUAH Community Services - ruah.org.au or [email protected] 

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Archie & Katie 🌈