Tank tops and khaki shorts at the ready as the very talented illustrator and Lara Croft superfan Rik joins me for episode 16 to discuss all things Tomb Raider! We chat about the development of the character and the game franchise - and of course the films. Plus we discuss the LGBTQ+ appeal that Lara's escapades hold, some of the iconic villains of the series and a whole lot more, including Rik's illustration work, Drag Race, Little Mix and, inevitably, Jade Ewen. Oh and naturally there's another appearance by my Mam. Enjoy!

0:00 Intro

2:05 Hi to Rik

8:50 TGPL News

20:40 Tomb Raider Deep Dive

1:04:15 Recommendations

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They got the mustard ooouuuuuut! It's episode 15 of TGPL and my guest, screenwriter and fan of all things spooky Michael Lee Richardson, joins me to discuss his all-time favourite TV show: Buffy the Vampire Slayer. We talk about its LGBTQ+ appeal, the journey of the show over its seven seasons, its lasting impact and our favourite episodes. Plus we chat some Drag Race, Dragula and plenty more besides. We also have updates from our Britney and Strictly correspondents and of course an appearance by my Mam. Enjoy! 

0:00 Intro

2:45 Hi to Michael

7:35 TGPL News

14:00 Buffy Deep Dive

1:10:50 Recommendations

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www.twitter.com/hrfmichael

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Go girls g-g-go-go-go! TGPL is back for Season 2 and we're kicking things off with a Girls Aloud special. My friend Cliff makes a return appearance to talk about his favourite group of all time and to pay tribute to and celebrate the memory of Girl's Aloud inimitable rock chick, Sarah Harding. We also chat a bit of Sugababes, Drag Race and more - plus my Mam is back with her take on the leaders of the pack. Enjoy! 

0:00 Intro

1:50 Hi to Cliff

8:05 TGPL News

14:00 Girls Aloud Deep Dive

1:10:20 Recommendations

Follow Cliff & his club night:

www.instagram.com/cliff____hanger

www.instagram.com/obsessionglasgow

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Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3P5etk5WwFs1sb4yF3LeTx?si=pxVGLKJuRTirCJLh3QJ_aQ

Eurovision is BACK and so is the podcast! We briefly return from hiatus to get in the Eurovision mood with my friend David, who joins me from Osaka to talk about our all-time favourite entries, discuss what we like most about the contest and give our takes on this year's batch of songs. As always, we've got some TGPL News, Recommendations - and my Mam is back with her thoughts on all things Eurovision too. Enjoy! 

0:00 Intro

2:40 Hi to David

6:40 TGPL News

9:40 Eurovision Deep Dive

50:55 Recommendations

David's YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZvQS5ju6gtRTR0xcLPuoZg

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We're going back to school for episode 12 (also the season finale!) as we take a deep dive into my favourite film of all time, Grease 2. My friend and fellow Stephanie Zinone fan Chris joins me to discuss why we love it so much, our thoughts on its appeal to the LGBTQ community and our favourite moments from the film - plus Chris tells me about his other great passion in life. And of course, we've got more TGPL News, Recommendations and another appearace from my Mam! Enjoy!

0:00 Intro

4:30 Hi to Chris

8:55 TGPL News

13:30 Grease 2 Deep Dive

1:03:10 Recommendations

Follow Chris:

www.instagram.com/drunkenoughtosayiloveyou

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We're going direkt till final for episode 11 as we take a deep dive into the Swedish pop phenomenon that is Melodifestivalen; it's their Eurovision selection show - and a whole lot more. My friend and Melfest superfan Sebastian joins me to discuss his love of the contest, our favourite entries... and Rosie Ribbons. Plus we have TGPL News, our Recommendations and of course my Mam is back to have her say. Enjoy! 

0:00 Intro

1:55 Hi to Sebastian

4:45 TGPL News

10:50 Melodifestivalen Deep Dive

1:07:30 Recommendations

Follow Sebastian:

www.twitter.com/secondsupereon

www.instagram.com/bast_pal

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Dahhhling, we've reached episode TEN! To celebrate this mini-milestone, I wanted to talk about my all-time fave, the legendary singer and songwriter Mariah Carey. Her career is too extensive to squeeze into one episode though so it's the first in a series, looking at the early years, from the debut to Daydream. My friend Ben joins me to lamb out over MC, and there's the usual News & Recommendations too. Plus, my Mam is back and some former guests have updates on previous episode themes! Enjoy! 

0:00 Intro

2:10 Hi to Ben

4:55 TGPL News

12:00 Mariah Carey Deep Dive

1:06:50 Recommendations

1:14:30 Updates

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HEATHCLIFF! It's episode 9 and it's time to take a deep dive into the wonderful world of Kate Bush. She's an absolute icon to so many in the LGBTQ+ community, but has kind of passed me by... until now. My friend Rob joins me to talk about his love for her work and guide us through her fascinating career to date. Plus as always, we've got some TGPL News, Recommendations and another appearance from my Mam. Enjoy!  

0:00 Intro

1:55 Hi to Rob

4:15 TGPL News

12:00 Kate Bush Deep Dive

1:07:00 Recommendations

Follow Rob:

www.twitter.com/circlesagain

www.instagram.com/stoicsquirm

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Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3P5etk5WwFs1sb4yF3LeTx?si=pxVGLKJuRTirCJLh3QJ_aQ

We're geeking out in episode 8 as my friend and comic book fan Pierce joins me for a deep dive into his favourite Marvel property, the X-Men. We chat about the comics, animated series, films and the future for the mutants now they're about to join the MCU proper. Plus, we talk Drag Race, Olivia Rodrigo and WandaVision in TGPL News, give our Recommendations and as always my Mam is back with her final word on the topic of the episode. Enjoy! 

0:00 Intro

3:50 Hi to Pierce

7:35 TGPL News

12:55 X-Men Deep Dive

1:03:00 Recommendations

Follow Pierce:

www.instagram.com/pierce.broderick

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Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3P5etk5WwFs1sb4yF3LeTx?si=pxVGLKJuRTirCJLh3QJ_aQ

Boy stop! My friend Cliff and I are getting stuck into an absolute SAGA in episode 7 - namely, the tale of Sugababes 1.0, aka Mutya Keisha Siobhan. The ups, the downs, the #soons, the wrapping ribbons, it's all here! Whether you lived through it or don't know much about it, hope you enjoy the episode. Plus as always we have some TGPL News, our Recommendations and another appearance from our special podcast correspondent, my Mam! 

0:00 Intro

1:45 Hi to Cliff

5:20 TGPL News

10:05 Mutya Keisha Siobhan Deep Dive

1:05:05 Recommendations

Follow Cliff:

www.instagram.com/cliff____hanger

www.instagram.com/obsessionglasgow

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www.twitter.com/gaypeoplepod

www.instagram.com/gaypeoplepod

Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3P5etk5WwFs1sb4yF3LeTx?si=pxVGLKJuRTirCJLh3QJ_aQ