Spirit Studios & Christopher Sweeney
Homo Sapiens
The world from a Queer perspective: Conversations, stories and a good old laugh with LGBTQ+ icons, allies and of course, our lovely listeners. Come and join the Homo Sapiens family with new episodes every Thursday - the more the merrier! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 10, 2026
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236: Wes Streeting MP | Part 2 29.06.2023 30:13
Want to know what an MP eats on a hangover? This week we chat with Labour MP Wes Streeting, who was kind enough to be interviewed on a Sunday morning, even after a night out on the tiles for a friend’s wedding. Wes is the current shadow health secretary and alongside Keir Starmer, has been instrumental in transforming the Labour Party into election-winning hopefuls for 2024. What is the best gay w...
236: Wes Streeting MP | Part 1 29.06.2023 39:43
Want to know what an MP eats on a hangover? This week we chat with Labour MP and political superstar in the making - Wes Streeting, who was kind enough to be interviewed on a Sunday morning, even after a night out on the tiles for a friend’s wedding. Wes is the current shadow health secretary and alongside Keir Starmer, has been instrumental in transforming the Labour Party into election-winning h...
Gay to Ze: A Guide to LGBTQ+ Parenting | Part 2 26.06.2023 31:43
Has it seriously taken this long for an A to Z on queer parenting?! Today we are joined by Lotte Jeffs and Stu Oakley, the fabulous team behind the Some Families and From Gay to Ze podcasts, and the new book The Queer Parent: Everything You Need to Know From Gay to Ze. We discuss the underrepresentation of parenting for queer women, distasteful analogies of infertile eggs,...
Gay to Ze: A Guide to LGBTQ+ Parenting | Part 1 26.06.2023 30:03
Has it seriously taken this long for an A to Z on queer parenting?! Today we are joined by Lotte Jeffs and Stu Oakley, the fabulous team behind the Some Families and From Gay to Ze podcasts, and the new book The Queer Parent: Everything You Need to Know From Gay to Ze. We discuss the underrepresentation of parenting for queer women, distasteful analogies of infertile eggs,...
235: I Kissed a Boy Special: Ollie & Dan | Part 2 22.06.2023 26:54
They are the couple that’s broken the internet- this week, fresh from the I Kissed A Boy reunion, we are joined by Ollie and Dan! This chat did not disappoint- they answer all of your questions about what went on behind the scenes in the masseria and they put the rumours to rest about their relationship before the show. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T...
235: I Kissed a Boy Special: Ollie & Dan | Part 1 22.06.2023 28:42
They are the couple that’s broken the internet- this week, fresh from the I Kissed A Boy reunion, we are joined by Ollie and Dan! This chat did not disappoint- they answer all of your questions about what went on behind the scenes in the masseria and they put the rumours to rest about their relationship before the show. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T...
Culture Club Special: Writing a Trans Rom Com with Alex Bertie 19.06.2023 39:46
Where are we at with Trans-male representation in the media? In this week’s Culture Club we are chatting to YouTube sensation Alex Bertie. Alex’s new novel More Me With You is the trans romcom we have ALL been hoping for. Tune in as we discuss the trans male experience on hookup apps as well as how iconic shows such as Shameless, Orange Is The New Black and Heartstopper have shaped LGBTQ+ rep...
234: Pride Special: Homo Sapiens x Like Minded Friends Crossover | Part 2 14.06.2023 27:54
Gay Awakenings! Brian May’s shampoo etiquette! What’s Kylie’s favourite biscuit? What better way to celebrate pride on Homo Sapiens than with a crossover extravaganza with one of our all-time favourite podcasts Like Minded Friends- hosted by comedians and friends of the show Tom Allen and Suzi Ruffell. I was delighted to join them for a brilliant natter about Neighbours, lesbian love i...
233: Were your parents supportive when you came out? | Part 2 08.06.2023 27:21
Today we are joined by the Williams Family! Kelly and Rich are parents to 3 wonderful children, Quin 20, Lola 18, Dylan 16 who all identify as LGBTQ+. We visit the Williams household to discuss how the kids have been supported by their parents and what Kelly and Rich have learnt most from parenting 3 brilliant LGBTQ+ children. Plus, what is an ‘emergency dog walk’ and why every family could benefi...
233: Were your parents supportive when you came out? | Part 1 08.06.2023 34:13
Today we are joined by the Williams Family! Kelly and Rich are parents to 3 wonderful children, Quin 20, Lola 18, Dylan 16 who all identify as LGBTQ+. We visit the Williams household to discuss how the kids have been supported by their parents and what Kelly and Rich have learnt most from parenting 3 brilliant LGBTQ+ children. Plus, what is an ‘emergency dog walk’ and why every family could benefi...
232: Can an ADHD diagnosis change your life? with Riyadh Khalaf | Part 2 01.06.2023 22:05
Today we are speaking with the brilliant broadcaster and author Riyadh Khalaf about his diagnosis with ADHD (Attention deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and how it changed his life for the better. Plus, we are talking about why queer people love planes and…. is there such a thing as a left phalange?? 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thu...
232: Can an ADHD diagnosis change your life? with Riyadh Khalaf | Part 1 01.06.2023 34:52
Today we are speaking with the brilliant broadcaster and author Riyadh Khalaf about his diagnosis with ADHD (Attention deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and how it changed his life for the better. Plus, we are talking about why queer people love planes and…. is there such a thing as a left phalange?? 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thu...
Homo Sapiens Revisits: Celebrating Pride In Schools 31.05.2023 44:53
It’s Pride Month people! We’re kicking things off a day early and replaying an incredible piece of audio to get you all in the mood. Hill Crest Primary School have created a podcast about Pride and what it means to the pupils and teachers at their school. Prepare to be uplifted and blown away! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
231: LGBTQ+ in schools: How should we teach it? | Part 2 25.05.2023 20:23
How can we create an LGBTQ+ inclusive education? Today we chat to the brilliant Olly Pike, who is transforming the way in which LGBTQ+ is taught in schools through Pop'n'Olly literature. We talk about his new book What Does LGBTQ+ mean, what it was like growing up as LGBTQ+ in a church community and why educating people about queerness needs to happen all year round! 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify...
231: LGBTQ+ in schools: How should we teach it? | Part 1 25.05.2023 24:22
How can we create an LGBTQ+ inclusive education? Today we chat to the brilliant Olly Pike, who is transforming the way in which LGBTQ+ is taught in schools through Pop'n'Olly literature. We talk about his new book What Does LGBTQ+ mean, what it was like growing up as LGBTQ+ in a church community and why educating people about queerness needs to happen all year round! 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify...
230: Dannii Minogue | Part 2 18.05.2023 19:17
Do you want dating advice from an LGBTQ+ icon? Look no further! Today we are chatting with THE Dannii Minogue, all about her new show ‘I Kissed A Boy’. Plus, we find out Dannii’s dream date, her dating app stories and she helps us with a few of your dating woe’s. Let us know how you’re finding I Kissed A Boy so far! 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW...
230: Dannii Minogue | Part 1 18.05.2023 30:39
Do you want dating advice from an LGBTQ+ icon? Look no further! Today we are chatting with THE Dannii Minogue, all about her new show ‘I Kissed A Boy’. Plus, we find out Dannii’s dream date, her dating app stories and she helps us with a few of your dating woe’s. Let us know how you’re finding I Kissed A Boy so far! 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW...
Eurovision Special: LIVE FROM LIVERPOOL! 13.05.2023 34:46
What are your Eurovision party essentials?! Is there such thing as too much glitter? Today is the day! It’s the Eurovision final and team Homo Sapiens has been in Liverpool speaking to fans from across the globe about why Eurovision is so special. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
229: How To Be Your Own Therapist with Owen O'Kane | Part 2 11.05.2023 26:52
What do LGBTQ+ people find difficult to talk about? This week we are checking in on our mental health ahead of Mental Health Awareness week with brilliant psychotherapist and ted-talker Owen O’Kane. Owen has written a book called Be Your Own Therapist and we discuss how to move from shame to freedom, how to open up about sex and loneliness and navigating family as an LGBTQ+ person. Plus, what’s al...
229: How To Be Your Own Therapist with Owen O'Kane | Part 1 11.05.2023 35:06
What do LGBTQ+ people find difficult to talk about? This week we are checking in on our mental health ahead of Mental Health Awareness week with brilliant psychotherapist and ted-talker Owen O’Kane. Owen has written a book called Be Your Own Therapist and we discuss how to move from shame to freedom, how to open up about sex and loneliness and navigating family as an LGBTQ+ person. Plus, what’s al...
228: Eurovision Special: The Euroball | Part 2 04.05.2023 20:22
Is Liverpool the campest city in the UK? It’s time! In this special episode in partnership with The National Lottery we are talking about EUROVISION! We are kicking off our coverage by chatting about the brilliant Euro Ball- a party hosted in Liverpool that will celebrate Eurovision in all its glory through Vogueing. We are chatting to Darren Suarez, the founder of the Vogue Ball and writer and ac...
228: Eurovision Special: The Euroball | Part 1 04.05.2023 28:25
Is Liverpool the campest city in the UK? It’s time! In this special episode in partnership with The National Lottery we are talking about EUROVISION! We are kicking off our coverage by chatting about the brilliant Euro Ball- a party hosted in Liverpool that will celebrate Eurovision in all its glory through Vogueing. We are chatting to Darren Suarez, the founder of the Vogue Ball and writer and ac...
Bonus Episode: Liv Little 30.04.2023 30:14
It’s a culture club kind of day! On today’s bonus episode we are joined by Liv Little. Liv is the founder of the groundbreaking Galdem magazine and has just released her debut novel Rosewater. Rosewater is the ultimate queer love story- I gobbled it up! Plus we chat all about intergenerational friendships and moving to the seaside! 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist 📍H O M O S A P I E N...
227: Joesef | Part 2 27.04.2023 26:20
Is going back to your ex for ‘closure’ ever a good idea? Is Kylie’s ‘Love At First Sight’ the best song ever? Today we are super excited to be joined by the insanely talented Joesef. He’s a singer songwriter responsible for some of the best soulful bangers you will ever listen to. Today he’s turning his talents to relationship Agony Uncling as well as telling us his story of growing up in Glasgow,...
227: Joesef | Part 1 27.04.2023 27:32
Is going back to your ex for ‘closure’ ever a good idea? Is Kylie’s ‘Love At First Sight’ the best song ever? Today we are super excited to be joined by the insanely talented Joesef. He’s a singer songwriter responsible for some of the best soulful bangers you will ever listen to. Today he’s turning his talents to relationship Agony Uncling as well as telling us his story of growing up in Glasgow,...
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