Queer Kid, Straight Mom

Our first edition of Make it Gay, a game where we imagine queer storylines in existing media. Today we take on some of the best movies of the last 15 years.

Women's rights are human rights. So are trans rights. Here's why feminism shouldn't be an excuse to harm transgender women.

In February, the New York Times published a piece by opinion columnist Pamela Paul called As Kids, They Thought They Were Trans. They No Longer Do. Today, independent journalist Erin Reed helps us explain why this column is so misleading and problematic.

Today we’re talking about mentoring relationships, why they’re particularly helpful to LGBTQ+ youth, and in turn why it’s particularly harmful when LGBTQ+ kids experience homophobia or rejection within a mentoring relationship.

We talk about the history of drag, some colorful characters who have stood out along the way, and the role that drag has played and continues to play as a social commentary and form of activism.

Montana State Representative Zooey Zephyr joins us to discuss supporting LGBTQ+ youth, her political priorities, and how she has stayed centered through  the past year's anti-trans legislation and her recent media attention.

"It's my First Amendment right to express my beliefs!" But what actually ARE First Amendment rights when it comes to self-expression, discrimination, and religious freedom? We dive into some legal definitions and scenarios as we explore what the First Amendment does and doesn't protect when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights.

We wanted to see what the world of gay holiday movies has to offer... and we found it somewhat lacking.

Holiday gatherings often find us surrounded by family members and old friends who don't see the world the way we do - and that can mean enduring hurtful or offensive comments. While we don't encourage causing big family fights, it is important for your mental and physical health - as well as for the greater cause of stopping the spread of misinformation - to speak up. Here we provide some factual...

Enjoy a spooky story and test the waters of our new Patreon offering of literary readings and discussion!

Dignity and determination reign large among LGBTQ+ young people, especially on college campuses around the country. Today we chat with two members of college student groups about what it's like to be an LGBTQ+ college student these days, what kind of environments and protections their schools provide, and how parents and college administrations can be good allies.

Although there are some great queer characters in Marvel comics, on-screen depictions have been lacking in their portrayals. Who are some of the great queer Marvel characters, and why is Disney so reluctant to go all-in on their stories? Trigger Warning: suicide, homophobia, transphobia

Acting is always playing someone else, but when do actors cross the line into playing roles they don't really have a right to play? We cover a little LGBTQ+ media history, as well the opinions of some film personalities themselves, while discussing whether it's okay for straight or cisgender actors to play queer roles.

We all know the formula: LGBTQ+ characters in period cinema live out a slow-speed tragedy, often inflicting pain on those who love them. Today, we discuss a handful of LGBTQ+ period pieces and dissect the accuracy and impact of their depictions.

This legislative season has seen LGBTQ+ people, particularly kids, under unprecedented attack. We discuss some of these bills and try to find hope in the activism they have inspired.

The recent attacks on Target and GLSEN show massive bigotry under the guise of "protecting kids." In this episode, we'll break down some of the REAL threats to kids' safety and explain why they have nothing to do with rainbow onesies or incusive lesson plans.

Asexuality and aromanticism are real, but constantly met with skepticism. On this episode, we talk to our guest, Becca Mellema, about her experiences as ace/aro, representation in media, and her complicated relationship with the queer community.

Pride is a big celebration these days - and big business. We discuss the first Pride parades (they were marches), what Pride celebrations mean today, and how the LGBTQ and ally communities can stay in touch with the movement's roots.

A Conversation with Dr. Kathryn Lowe

Friend of Dorothy. Gaypanic. Enby. U-hauling. Every subculture has its own unique way of speaking, and the communities under the LGBTQ+ umbrella are no different. We'll explore this language, from the secret phrases gay people used to protect themselves in the past to the terms that bond friends in the present.

Disney vs. DeSantis: is it a marketing ploy, a power struggle between middle aged men, a real attempt to champion human rights - or all of the above?

Just about everyone has a line of rainbow gear for Pride Month nowadays. Which brands truly support and advocate for the LGBTQ community, and which are just taking advantage of a marketing oppportunity?

So many of us have deeply loved the Harry Potter series - whether we grew up reading them or discovered them as adults - but have found the books' message of love and acceptance challenged by their author's transphobic remarks. What do we do with all this contradiction?

It's hard to know what books have good represenation and are age appropriate - especially when rampant book bans suggest that ALL books with LGBTQ+ characters are obsene. Here are some thoughts on the bans, and some recommendations for kids and parents.

We break down what it means to own the word queer, why and when it's okay to use it, and why some people find it upsetting.