Queeriosity

With rants about booking hotels and discussions of starting drag, Emily Bradley and Ally Ryan are busy recovering from Pride and the hot weather this week.  We have an interview with Dil Wickremasinghe, a well know broadcaster, psychotherapist and activist. Dil tells us all about their career in radio, how they got into psychotherapy, and their plans moving forward.  Our deepdive involve...

This week, we chat about everything from sandals and the exhaustion of Pride marches to the latest reality TV obsessions. Also we take a deep dive into the story of an LGBTQ+ royal in Vienna, celebrate some famous gay and lesbian penguins, and shine a light on the work of intersex advocates. As always, expect plenty of laughs, queer culture, and the stories making headlines this week. Hosted on Ac...

Ally Ryan and Emily Bradley bring you the perfect episode to celebrate Dublin Pride. This week, we sit down with founder of Panti bar and drag icon Panti Bliss to talk about Pride and share the story behind the iconic Dublin venue. Producer Emily Crawford also speaks with LGBTQ+ activist Tonie Walsh to discuss the history of his popular Lavender Walks, his HIV activism and his role in establishing...

With talks of tears over emotional tv show watches, Ally Ryan and Emily Bradley are back for another episode of Queeriosity. The duo has two big guests this week, with Collette O'Regan from LGBT Ireland discussing her refugee work, and Greg Gaughan from Emerald Warriors highlighting some upcoming events. We get a deep dive into Dutch rebellion acts from WW2, and hear about all the latest news and...

This week, Ally Ryan and Emily Bradley keep the rainbow energy up for pride month. The duo discusses travelling as an LGBTQ+ individual, from the safe and unsafe places, to your partner being referenced as your 'friend'.  We get a deepdive into the 'Cats' musical and losing money in the box office, while also getting the inner thoughts of founding a successful business or idea.  Emily Cr...

It's officially Pride month! Emily Bradley, Ally Ryan and Jess Carew ramp up the rainbow energy this week to start it off right.  We get insider opinion about cinema's 'gay best friend', couple and throuple jumpers to keep you warm in the changing weather, and the trio reminisce on childhood sweets and crazy golf obsessions.  To test their queer knowledge for the month, Emily quizzes All...

With discussions of international travels and theatre, Ally Ryan and Emily Bradley bring the pre-Pride energy to the radio.  We get an interview with the The Grand Marshal of Pride, Philippa Ryder. Philippa tells us all about how she got selected to be the marshal, how her memoir played a part, and how busy life is for this big role.  The duo gives us all the latest news and upcoming eve...

With discussions of the Spice Girls and spice bags, Ally Bradley and Jess Carew take to the radio mics to bring you another episode. We hear about gay Mayors who have been elected, icons who have passed and a new Hooters with butch lesbians. We have an interview with Kat Ennis and Avoca Reaction about their upcoming cabaret to hear all about their art and the show. We get insights into the scene,...

With geosexuality and discussions of holiday destinations, Emily Bradley and Ally Ryan are back in the studio to discuss all things queer.  Veda, the infamous drag queen and HIV activist, joins the show to tell us all about The George turning 40 and their activism for HIV. We get all the details from the famous club's early days, from the pre-wig era to the expansion of the building.  Th...

Emily Bradley is joined by Jess Carew for this week's episode, where the two dig into being a hypochondriac and the new virus, ridiculous big statues, and trauma from aquatic centres. Emily interviews Aoife from Club Wired, which is a clubbing organisation for neurodivergent people. They dig into senses, the joys of a night out, and what the organisation means to them. We get a deep dive about mon...

Queeriosity Trivia is back and better than ever this week! Emily Bradley and Ally Ryan delve into Disney adults, handkerchief code and their thoughts on animators losing their jobs to AI. We also catch up on the latest news, along with the best upcoming events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ally Ryan and Emily Bradley are back in the studio this week to bring you all the latest queer happenings. We hear about the oldest gay town in America, lesbian sports players ending their relationships, and all the LGBTQ+ gossip from the 1926 census. We also hear from theatre performer Karma Violet about being queer in Belfast and how strong, community-focused hosting can go a long way. The duo a...

From drag kings to deep dives into AI partners, Emily Bradley and Ally Ryan are back with another episode of Queeriosity. The duo takes on the Coachella discourse, unpacks major news affecting the trans community in sport and highlights new grants supporting lesbian bars. We also hear from Kamila Simplicio, a celebrant and solemniser for queer couples and allies. She shares how she found her way i...

With discussions about the moon, mason jars, and Chappell Roan all in the same sentence, Ally Ryan and Emily Bradley give us everything from looksmaxxing to transgender doctors who performed c-sections.  The duo chat to John and Kim from the Emerald Warriors Rugby Club about their upcoming event. We also hear all about the club and how to join.  Plus, don’t miss the latest news from Geor...

Join Ally Ryan and Emily Bradley as they deliver another packed episode. From US Government workers who have cross-dressing husbands, the supreme leader of Iran allegedly being gay and discussions about Billy Elliot and Silvia Scarlett, we get all the hottest culture takes and conspiracies.  We're also joined by the International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival's Artistic Director, Sean Denyer to...

Emily Bradley and Ally Ryan return with another lively episode of Queeriosity. They dive into the ongoing conversation around the upcoming Harry Potter series and the drama surrounding J.K. Rowling, unpacking reactions from the LGBTQ+ community and beyond. The episode also takes a quirky turn with a discussion on intersex crabs—blending science with broader conversations about sex a...

Emily Bradley and Ally Ryan are back with another culture-packed, laughter-fuelled episode of Queeriosity! From canceled shows and LGBTQ+ representation at the Oscars to Trump’s HIV healthcare chaos, WWE wins, and historic milestones...no topic is off-limits. Plus, Jess returns for the very gay quiz putting Emily and herself to the ultimate queer knowledge test. Tune in for all the fun, insight, a...

Back with another episode, Emily Bradley and Ally Ryan dive into the latest queer news and cultural happenings. From AI innovations for long-distance relationships to the saddest comedies, they break down the stories everyone is talking about. The duo also tackles recent scandals and key political updates, and sits down with Katie-Rose to chat about queer speed dating and friendship-focused meetup...

This week on Queeriosity, Ally Ryan and Emily Bradley are back to give us everything in the LGBTQ+ world. We hear about convent girlfriends who ran away together (with the help of some small fires), the best up and coming events, and the latest online drama. They are joined this week by Jess as they try guess older queer slang based off a funny abbreviation or sound-alike. Hosted on Acast. See aca...

This week on Queeriosity, Ally Ryan and Emily Bradley are asking the important questions: what’s the story with Punch the Monkey, what do gay rams have to do with anything and where does the Pope fit in? We chat with Kevin Johnson about stepping into the spotlight for GCN’s “So You Think You Can Drag” at The George and we highlight the incredible, often unsung heroic acts within our queer communit...

Hollywood cover-ups, Winter Olympic proposals and Queer Filmmaking? Emily and Ally are joined by writer James Hudson and director Liadán Roche to chat about their upcoming short film Hostile Architecture. Along the way, they unpack the era of lavender marriages, debate public proposals at the Winter Olympics and spotlight the queerest happenings in Dublin. Culture, controversy, and community! All...

This week on Queeriosity, love, drama and queer culture collide. Emily and Ally unpack Olympic scandals (yes, the Norwegian bronze medalist too), Chappell Roan leaving her management and top queer events happening in Dublin. And because we love mixing serious and celebratory, the brilliant Gina Gillespie from Prosmetics joins to discuss their groundbreaking nipple restoration solutions. Valentine’...

From internet chaos to deeply personal journeys, this episode of Queeriosity covers it all. Emily Bradley & Ally Ryan break down the 227 Incident (aka the Xiao Zhan controversy) and explore the world of parasocial relationships, when admiration turns intense. The latest news from the Olympics and Grindr and a conversation with special guest Aoife O’Connor, writer of In Vitro at Bewley’s Café T...

This week on Queeriosity, Emily and Ally take a deep dive into the growing phenomenon of trans-investigating and unpack what’s happening in the USA when it comes to binders and trans healthcare. They’re joined by special guest Em Powell, a theatre actor, for a thoughtful conversation about American theatre, gender, labels and identity on and off the stage. Plus, the latest Dublin Queer Event Guide...

This week on Queeriosity, Emily and Ally unpack the latest Beckham family drama, try to make sense of a truly bizarre Trump dog campaign and dive into the story of one of the wildest queer couples in history. They’re also joined by Lez Go Running, the Dublin-based LGBTQ+ friendly social running club all about community, connection and supportive meetups for every level. Plus, a handy queer event g...