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Why is Everyone Gooning?
Dive into the curious world of “gooning,” a term that’s swept both the queer subculture and mainstream conversations. Daniel and Garet break down its roots as a kink-focused term used to describe a trance-like euphoric state, and discuss how it’s now become a playful way to express intense excitement. From pop icon obsession to reality TV indulgence, the hosts unpack why gooning isn’t just for sexual exploration anymore—it’s become part of everyday language, humor, and pop culture. What does it say about queer subcultures when their unique terms break into the mainstream? And should we be cautious about overusing and trivializing these identities, or is this just another step in the evolution of modern LGBTQ+ language? Tune in to find out, laugh, and maybe even discover your own goon face!
Key Highlights:
- Gooning Origins: A deep dive into the history of “gooning” as a sexual practice within queer communities.
- Pop Culture Crossovers: How gooning has evolved from a kinky term to a mainstream word embraced by pop culture.
- Housewives and Pop Stars: The latest buzz from the world of pop icons like Tate McRae, Normani, and reality TV favorites.
- Language Evolution: A discussion on how queer slang like “gagged,” “gooped,” and “gooning” enters everyday language.
- Queer Subculture Insights: Exploring how niche sexual subcultures influence and shape larger societal trends.
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What’s included:
- Exclusive content, stories and behind-the-scenes
- Community chats with Daniel and Garet
- Exclusive voting power on episode topics/guests
- Daniel and Garet's personal journal updates
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Modern Gays is published every week. If you love the show and can support us, please subscribe and write a review wherever you get your podcasts! Thanks for listening!
Daniel and Garet
Co-Hosts of Modern Gays
https://www.moderngays.co
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By Daniel and Garet CamilleriDive into the curious world of “gooning,” a term that’s swept both the queer subculture and mainstream conversations. Daniel and Garet break down its roots as a kink-focused term used to describe a trance-like euphoric state, and discuss how it’s now become a playful way to express intense excitement. From pop icon obsession to reality TV indulgence, the hosts unpack why gooning isn’t just for sexual exploration anymore—it’s become part of everyday language, humor, and pop culture. What does it say about queer subcultures when their unique terms break into the mainstream? And should we be cautious about overusing and trivializing these identities, or is this just another step in the evolution of modern LGBTQ+ language? Tune in to find out, laugh, and maybe even discover your own goon face!
Key Highlights:
- Gooning Origins: A deep dive into the history of “gooning” as a sexual practice within queer communities.
- Pop Culture Crossovers: How gooning has evolved from a kinky term to a mainstream word embraced by pop culture.
- Housewives and Pop Stars: The latest buzz from the world of pop icons like Tate McRae, Normani, and reality TV favorites.
- Language Evolution: A discussion on how queer slang like “gagged,” “gooped,” and “gooning” enters everyday language.
- Queer Subculture Insights: Exploring how niche sexual subcultures influence and shape larger societal trends.
___
SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON
Join our Patreon! Get access to deeper dives and juicier content around every episode! Move into the Modern Gayborhood for only $5 USD/month and help us produce Modern Gays. Your support pays for our hosting, audio production and episode research. Please check it out and sign up here!
What’s included:
- Exclusive content, stories and behind-the-scenes
- Community chats with Daniel and Garet
- Exclusive voting power on episode topics/guests
- Daniel and Garet's personal journal updates
___
SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW:
Modern Gays is published every week. If you love the show and can support us, please subscribe and write a review wherever you get your podcasts! Thanks for listening!
Daniel and Garet
Co-Hosts of Modern Gays
https://www.moderngays.co