Gay2K: The Podcast

A special episode where Sarah gets to sit down with the Tello films' Christin Baker and Stacey Powell. Listen as we discuss, how 2000s media impacted access to content forever and why it's important to keep making content that's accessible. You can find Tello Films on Instagram or Tiktok. Be sure to check out their amazing lesbian and WLW streaming service at tellofilms.com

In this episode of Gay 2K, we’re diving deep under the sea—and deep into our feelings. Joining the show is a very special guest: my high school friend, Karma LiLola. Together, we revisit the 1989 Disney classic The Little Mermaid, but we aren’t just talking about catchy tunes and crustacean sidekicks. We’re exploring Ariel’s journey through a lens that many queer and trans folks have felt for deca...

In this nostalgic episode, co-hosts Sarah and John-Paul take a deep dive into the 2005 film adaptation of the iconic Broadway musical, Rent. For many young LGBTQ+ people in the early 2000s, the film—and the musical it was based on—served as a crucial, mainstream touchstone, depicting queer relationships, chosen family, and the ongoing shadow of the AIDS epidemic.

Happy December, Gay2k-ers! This week, Sarah and Alex are getting cozy with the 2005 holiday classic, The Family Stone(2005) . We're celebrating cinema icon Diane Keaton , talking all things SJP, and dissecting the drama of messy family dynamics. Most importantly, we're giving the love and analysis they deserve to Thad and Patrick —the quietly radical queer couple at the heart of the Stone family c...

Sarah and Alex sit down with Sindu. The three of them sit down to discuss what it was like being queer 18-19 year-olds in 2005. They discuss their first times on college campus, first time with alcohol, and pressures of managing it all. This is a two part special. #podcast #college #2000s #adulting

Sarah and Alex sit down with Sindu. The three of them sit down to discuss what it was like being queer 18-19 year-olds in 2005. They discuss their first times on college campus, first time with alcohol, and pressures of managing it all. This is a two part special. #podcast #college #2000s #adulting

Sarah and John-Paul discuss the 1999 gay rom-com Trick. The film seemed both aspirational and painfully relatable for the young queers who watched in 2005. #theater #mlm #moviereview #90sfilms #lgbtq

Sarah sits down with Matt to discuss the two different episodes of South Park. The episode 'Big Gay Al's big gay Boat ride' (1997) and 'South Park is Gay' (2003). They discuss the good and bad of satire and how it shaped the Y2k landscape Matt is a licensed Mental health practictioner in the Omaha. Nebraska Area and is currently taking more clients for more information check out https://www.psycho...

Sarah, Alex and their resident Scooby Doo Expert, Kaj, take a trip in the mystery machine to revisit the 2002, 2004 Live action Scooby Doo films. They discover Velma's queer origins and her future. Ultimately is the answer for this gang polyamory? #scoobydoo #LGBTQ #rewatch #2000smovies #podcast

Sarah and Alex are joined by a good friend from High school. They talk about being young and the impact the film Chasing Amy had on their youth. Did Kevin Smith make possibly the best gay film a straight man could make? Listen to their takes. To support Gay2k and join in on Gay2k fun please check out www.linktr.ee/gay2k

The conclusion to the discussion about the film Hot Wet American Summer and our own experiences during a Cold Sad Nebraska Spring. Sarah, Alex and John-Paul discuss their experience at a social justice camp and how the fall out shaped the rest of their lives. The Team at GAY2k want you to know that we do not take these topics lately and if to need help please reach out to someone at 988.

Sarah, Alex and John-Paul meet up to discuss the cult classic Wet Hot American Summer(2001). They discuss the films amazing cast and the way the cast went on to impact their taste in comedy for years. They also discuss a social justice camp the attended in the spring of 2004.

Sarah sits down with another best friend from high school John-Paul. They discuss the Film Hedwig and the Angry Inch, gender identity and the first pride they ever attended. #lgbtq #filmdiscussion

Sarah and Alex discuss the the 1995 film Too Wong Foo. What is Drag? What does it mean to be a drag queen? Alex and Sarah discuss this and so much more.

Sarah and Sindu discuss the 2002 Sports Comedy, Bend it Like Beckham. How Gay is it? Did Sarah think arrange marriages were just a Hollywood story line? Join us as we discuss marital pressures from family and looking for the Gay stories that were missing.

Sarah sits down with Alex to reflect on being new kids in school and the struggle to find where you belong. All while comparing Mean Girls(2004) and High School Musical(2006)