Queer Love Stories

[RECORDED 29th JULY 2024] Just a little life update from me about season three, my current circumstances and an upcoming mini-series. GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️ Follow Eden on Instagram 💕 SUPPORT THE PODCAST Eden funds this podcast to bring the highest quality content, the most interesting guests, and inspiring conversations while working full-time. Please support the podcast b...

GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️ The Witch Blair is a drag performer, podcaster, and tarot card reader. Growing up mixed-race in the late 90s and early 00s with both muslim and catholic family was challenging, especially when it came to navigating their pansexuality and non-binary identity. They've been happily married for the last 8 years whilst discovering the joys of an open r...

GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️ Bi+ Leeds Social Group is a social space for Bisexual, Pansexual, Queer, exploring or otherwise people within Leeds to come together, attend events and create a thriving community.  They've been nominated at the National Diversity Awards for LGBT Community Organisation of the Year 2024 and have been an integral part of the Leeds Queer community. ...

GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️ In January 2019, Keighley Cougars Rugby club was saved from the brink of extinction by Ryan O’Neill and his husband Kaue Garcia. The married couple became the first, and still to this date, only openly LGBTQ+ owners of a professional sports club outside of the United States of America. Since taking over the club they've used their platform to cham...

GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️ Lewis Oakley is one of the leading bisexual advocates in the UK, with his work in the LGBTQ space changing attitudes around what it means to be a bisexual man. He appears regularly across radio, TV and podcasts including TalkTV, GB News and most notably, Queer Love Stories.  Lewis has successfully kept bisexuality in the media for over five years havin...

GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️ Rossi Lewis is a storyteller, content creator, social media manager, and newly appointed Clapham gay as of 2024.  For six years, Rossi has ditched dating apps in favour of organic meets and shares the hilarious outcome of his dates on his popular TikTok channel @its.me.rossi  On top of all that, he's a Jessie Ware superfan, a previous contestant o...

GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️ Christina Maria Garcia proud trans woman of colour and is a keen activist from the Caribbean living in the UK. She's doing brilliant work within the Trans and broader LGBTQ community.  Previously identifying as a gay man she came to the UK in 2015 for a holiday which took a turn and resulted in her filing for asylum.  Since moving to the UK she ha...

GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️ Kayleigh and Meg are a fabulous Bisexual couple living in Leeds who had an unconventional start to their relationship story, followed by TWO proposals in Venice and a lovely little wedding last year. (with a big gay wedding pending) In 2023 they launched their inspiring Instagram page @ourlittlegaylife to show the truth of their experience during their...

GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️ Jonathan Mayor is a huge cult figure in comedy, a Canal Street favourite, and quite frankly, a bit of a Manchester legend. He was Sarah Millican’s go-to host and support act, MC’ing her new material nights: 'Sarah Millican and Friends,' and performing as the warm-up man for her television series: 'The Sarah Millican Television Show'...

GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️ From a young age, Andy Downs knew he wanted an exciting life. However, as he entered adolescence he knew there was something different about him. As a teenager, he knew he was gay, but tried to suppress his sexuality and had accepted this was something he would need to do for the rest of his life. Thankfully, he chose to be his authentic self which res...

GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️ History was made in Autumn 2023 when former cosmetic consultant, Ella Morgan, became the first Transgender Bride to take part in the hit reality show Married at First Sight UK.  Ella quickly became one of the show's most iconic contestants, and one of my personal favourites, for her vulnerability, honesty and all round-bad-bitch energy. Since she...

In our season finale, Aaron Parr takes us on a journey through his incredible story of finding love, grieving a break-up, and trying to remain friends. The episode kicks off with a candid conversation on navigating friendships after a breakup, the challenges, and the importance of maintaining those connections. Aaron delves into his own experiences, offering insights and wisdom on coping with a ro...

In this heartwarming episode of Queer Love Stories, Eden sits down with the delightful Andy Brennan, a man whose journey from single life to marriage is nothing short of extraordinary. Join us as we delve into Andy's experiences, from the challenges of a toxic on-off situationship that tested his self-confidence to finding love at last. Key Topics - Navigating the ups and downs of toxic relat...

Charlie Hagston is a non-binary, autistic artist who discovered their passion for dance at the age of 9. Starting with jazz, tap, ballet, and freestyle, Charlie's heart found its true home in contemporary dance.   They now lead workshops at Leeds Dance Studio, providing a safe and welcoming space for everyone to express themselves through dance, regardless of their identity. Their mission is...

Bridie Daniels is a digital marketer, keen baker, videogamer and activist living in Leeds.  In July 2023 they launched 15-minute friendships which is a social project designed to combat loneliness within the queer community through pop-up events in and around Leeds and West Yorkshire.  Throughout the conversation, we discussed the use of dating apps to make friends, the importance of community, pa...

In this special episode of Queer Love Stories, our host Eden spoke with various voices across Leeds PRIDE 2023. Throughout the day they visited Walker Morris for the Out Together PRIDE pre-party, interviewed festival goers and spoke with performers such as Soraya Vivian, Rachel Fuller, STARS and Marigold Addams. Contact Out Together  🤝 READING LIST   Throughout this podcast, we mention incredible...

Ross Buxton is a presenter, model and singer based in Cambridge. At the age of 23, he settled into married life expecting his happy ever after, but his husband didn't quite live up to his preconceived idea of the perfect partner. Now in his thirties, he has big opinions on the state of modern dating within the LGBTQ+ community and isn't afraid to share them. Throughout the conversation,...

Chew and Jon are a beautiful fitness-orientated couple based in Leeds who have been together for the past six years. By day Chew is a Researcher in Infectious Disease, and Jon is a Primary School teacher. By night they share all things love, dating and fitness within the LGBTQ community on their popular Instagram account @Chewandjon. Throughout the conversation, we discussed coming out, merging di...

Matt Jameson   has over a decades worth of experience within the charity sector. He is an intrepid supporter of Prostate Cancer UK and the Operations Manager and an Ambassador for Out Together LGBTQ - The charity that creates a diverse, vibrant and enduring community, working to unite LGBTQ+ generations across Yorkshire.  On top of his inspirational work for the community he also fearlessly put hi...

TRIGGER WARNING: Homophobia, bullying, grief, addiction and loss. Michael C Wearing is an Empowerment Coach and Speaker who supports people from the LGBTQ+ Community through his work. He empowers others to love themselves, build confidence and attract the life of happiness and fulfilment that they deserve. In addition to this he is the host of the 'Coming into who you are' podcast where...

Alexis Caught is an award-winning podcaster, writer, rugby player, and all-around powerhouse. In January 2022, Alexis released the uplifting book "Queer Up," designed to empower LGBTQ+ teens on their journey of self-discovery in the modern age.   On top of all this, Caught is also an activist, speaker, psychotherapist, and passionate advocate for positive mental health. On the surface he...

Alex Woolhouse is a writer, model, radio host and serial dater living in London. She's the host of the hilarious How Not to Get a Boyfriend podcast where she spills the tea on her dating escapades whilst on the hunt for love. During our conversation, Woolhouse delves into the intricacies of modern dating for a young woman in London navigating her post-transition life. Highlighting how to hand...

Welcome to the brand new Queer Love Stories! A podcast where we dive into the real stories of love, relationships, and empowerment within the LGBTQ+. Picture this: TV, film, and media consistently portraying queer romance in shades of either promiscuity, pain, or shame.  Growing up gay in the nineties, under the shadow of Section 28, I never thought love was in my future. The lack of role models o...