Hold your horses, it's Simon Blake! Paul and Simon dive deep into a discussion on identity, activism and growth as Simon explores his journey from childhood in Cornwall to Chief Executive of Stonewall. We talk about the importance of healthy disagreement, especially in the workplace, and along the way, we unexpectedly resolve one of Paul's childhood traumas. Giddy up!

A quick update today because the To Do list is LONG and the book is coming one month today. Screaming!

Paul is thankfully over Covid but now has a backlog of stuff to do but that doesn't stop him recommending Out in Oxford by Scot Douglas and AFTERDARK, a new Zine by Kruger. Get them while they're hot!

In this episode, Author and Podcaster Thomas Leeds shares his extraordinary journey of recovering from a brain injury, exploring identity, sexuality, and finding power in becoming yourself. We delve into the nuances of memory, trauma, and self-discovery. Thomas shares his experiences of overcoming trauma, embracing his identity, and choosing joy in the face of adversity.

We do cover an experience of sexual assault, and if anything you hear makes you want to talk to someone, please know that you are not alone. Visit survivorsuk.org for information and support.

Tonight we're going party like it's TWENTY-TWENTY-ONE as Paul has COVID, so none of this might make any sense. On the plus side, he got to read Juno Roche's Queer Elders and Layla McCay's A Diplomat's Guide To Book Smuggling so we're silver lining that C19 cloud with some queer goodness. On the downside, RIP DRUK on the BBC. That makes three gone from BBC3. Hmmmm....

Wild Man Jon is back on the pod! We're stripping back the layers and exploring body positivity, naturalness, societal expectations, and personal authenticity. Jon shares hisinsights on body image and embracing your truth. Also: are hairy bums in or out? It's the question everyone has been dying to ask.

Happy Monday! After a brief and unexpected rant about Mince Pies, Paul reflects on what made him happy this week (Dean Atta and The Delta Quadrant) as well as reflecting on how midlife is our opportunity to come out again, this time as who we really are. Are you ready for your second coming?

Salim is back on the pod! Fan Favourite Salim Stephenson returns for another fabulous chat with Paul where they explore the nuances of love, relationships, and identity in the context of queer life and societal norms. It's a big episode with deep questions and we wouldn't want it any other way.

Dr. Paul Taylor-Pitt shares updates on his upcoming book, recent podcast guests, tour dates, and reflections on Dolly Parton, all in a brief bank holiday episode. He invites listeners to share feedback on content preferences as the season changes. It's the opposite of a bonanza tbh.

Gordon from the Gym is back! Except now he's simply Gordon. Returning guest Gordon reflects on growing up in northeast Scotland, the bullying and shame he carried as a gay teenager, and why leaving for London in 1987 felt like both escape and self-preservation. He also talks about building a life through work, finding community, surviving the AIDS era, and what it means to feel better in his body and in yourself at 56. Welcome back!

In this episode, Dr. Paul Taylor Pitt shares a quick life update, reflects on queer community and belonging, and recommends two listens: John Ronson’s new audiobook The Castle and Thomas Leeds’ podcast Flashback Tracks. He also previews an upcoming returning guest episode with Gordon. Happy Monday!