Queeriosity

This week on Queeriosity , James is joined by Adam McBride from LGBT Ireland for a lively and thought-provoking Rainbow Roundup. They discuss Rosie O’Donnell’s heroic Heimlich rescue in Dublin, unpack the US Olympic Committee’s controversial ban on trans women athletes, and share their top queer beach reads for summer. Tune in for insightful conversation, community highlights, and the signature wa...

This week on Queeriosity, James O'Hagan and Pádraig Wilson McCarthy unpack the harsh realities of discrimination faced by queer and trans minorities, both online and off. They also get into Renee Rapp’s powerful words about dealing with homophobic parents... All while trying to make sense of JoJo Siwa’s baffling rework of Bette Davis Eyes...yes, we’re talking Chris Hughes Eyes. Hosted on Acast. Se...

This week on Queeriosity , James and Padraig look back on a whirlwind month of Pride celebrations and reflect on the highs (and hangovers) of Dublin’s biggest queer party. And of course the lads are diving into the week's biggest headlines and pop culture moments. They’re breaking down the 10-year anniversary of the US Supreme Court’s historic ruling on same-sex marriage – and the worrying signs t...

It’s that time of year again! The glitter’s out, the flags are flying, and the chaos is absolutely alive and kicking. 🎉 Join us for the Queeriosity Podcast’s Pride Month special, where we celebrate all things loud, proud, and unapologetically queer. Expect unfiltered laughs, unexpected tangents, and honest conversations about what Pride means now. Whether you're at a parade, recovering from one,...

Padraig is serving bangers, Brat energy, and a roundup of this week's headlines. From the latest on Budapest Pride to Charli XCX’s cultural chokehold plus a tribute to the unforgettable Kim Woodburn. Tune in for your Pre-Pride Party! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James and Pádraig break the news on their upcoming departure, starting the countdown on their tenure with all the feels. In our Rainbow Roundup, we’re flagging Grindr scams (stay safe out there!), and scouring the queer-verse. We're also talking Orville Peck’s surprise cameo in the Street Fighter movie alongside Jason Momoa. Plus: Dublin Bus and Outhouse are teaming up (community wins!), and we’ve...

In this episode of Queeriosity, host James O’Hagan puts Adam McBride from LGBT Ireland in the hot seat with a pop culture quiz that’s equal parts fabulous and fierce. They dive into the latest LGBTQ+ news headlines, revisit the inspiring story of the Emerald Warriors, and shine a spotlight on queer representation in children's literature with a special interview featuring Elaina Ryan, CEO of Child...

This week on Queeriosity, the lads are diving into the headlines. In Ohio, Republicans have introduced a bill proposing a “Natural Families” month — a move many see as a way to sideline LGBTQ+ families. Meanwhile, 20 EU countries are calling on Hungary to reverse its recent pride ban, signaling growing international concern. On a lighter note, there’s big news from the pitch: the Emerald Warriors...

This week on Queeriosity, the lads are diving headfirst into the headlines with a signature queer twist. We’re talking the new gonorrhea vaccine (finally!), and the drama of Eurovision that’s got everyone talking. Plus, we get into rising star Chappell Roan and unpack the wild world of parasocial relationships. Tune in for laughs, tea, and your weekly dose of Queeriosity. Hosted on Acast. See acas...

This week on Queeriosity!, James is joined by Adam McBride from LGBT Ireland for a heartfelt and powerful look back at a landmark moment in Irish LGBTQ+ history—the 2015 Marriage Equality Referendum. Together, they revisit the campaign, the emotion, and the legacy of a vote that changed everything. Whether you marched, voted, or watched from afar, this episode is a celebration of progress, pride,...

This week on Queeriosity, Padraig and James dive into the latest LGBTQ+ news, including the use of Grindr in election ad campaigns, the reboot of Desperate Housewives and Kim Kardashian getting robbed by pensioners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Queeriosity, we’re cracking open the glittery vault of LGBTQ+ history in a special segment we’re calling Reeling In The Queers. Join us as we revisit the moments that shaped queer culture, from defiant protests to groundbreaking milestones. Plus, James brings us up to speed with the latest in LGBTQ+ news. It’s nostalgia, knowledge, and queerness—all wrapped up in one fabulous episode....

Padraig and James dive into the latest LGBTQ+ news from Hungary, the UK and beyond! Unpack all the drama from Big Brother and Padraig shares all the highlights from his recent trip to New York. From Broadway buzz to officiating a marriage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James is in studio talking about all the big headlines of the week. Katy Perry is jetting off to space along with Gayle King, civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, filmmaker Kerianne Flynn and Jeff Bezos' fiancée Lauren Sánchez. James is concerned In Celebrity Big Brother news, it's arrived with a rocky start. Micky Rourke has caused controversy around remar...

This week on Queeriosity , Padraig and James sit down with the brilliant Mafalda "Mafi" Hruskova, the powerhouse behind Dykon and the newly launched Dykonic Festival. In Pop News, the duo dive into the latest season of White Lotus — who’s hot, who’s sus, and who’s almost definitely going to die. Also, they unpack the unnerving return of Trump to the election stage, and what it might mean culturall...

The Lads are in the studio today to cover all the big headlines of the week. President Trump's Colorado portrait was unveiled, and he's not happy with it. Belfast pride has barred Northern Ireland's exectutive parties Sinn Feiin, DUP, Alliiance and UUP from marching in Pride after their support of an indefinite ban on puberty blockers for under 18s. In the biggest news of the week, Shobna Gulati,...

James is joined by Adam McBride from LGBT Ireland to discuss the biggest stories affecting the community this week, including the banning of Pride events in Hungary as well as the range of Peer Support groups that are around Ireland. He's also joined by writers and director Colin and Darren Thornton to talk about their new movie 'Four Mothers'. The film tells the story of an author whose plans for...

Join James and Pádraig in the studio as they dive into an exciting and thought-provoking discussion. They're joined by Michael, Neill and Tom from Dublin Bears to chat about Béar Féile 2025, the annual festival celebrating the bear community in Ireland, and what attendees can look forward to this year. They're also joined by Emma Lynch from MyMind tackle the important issue of homelessness among L...

Welcome to the Padraig & @fionnualajay Pop Culture Takeover! Covering everything from Charli XCX serving chaos at the Brits, Millie Bobby Brown silencing the haters and Eurovision.     If you would like to reach out to Pádraig or James their social media handles are @Padraig_WMC and @Jameso_Hagan or email queeriosity@dublincityfm.ie.    Check out Queeriosity on Instagr...

On this week's show James leads us through the biggest stories affecting the community this week Deputy CEO of BelongTo Sinead Keane joins the show to talk about BelongTo Sundays, a revival of a very valuable safe space for those aged 14 to 17. We also catch you up on the hottest stories coming from the LA LA Land. If you would like to reach out to Pádraig or James their social media handles are @...

The boys are back in town! James and Padraig recap the biggest stories that hit the headlines while the show was on hiatus. And David Monaghan from Rock Bottom Saloon tells us about his latest work, I Wouldn't Mind Control. If you would like to reach out to Pádraig or James their social media handles are @ Padraig_WMC and @ Jameso_Hagen or email queeriosity@dublincityfm.ie. Check out Queeriosity o...

Adam McBride from LGBT Ireland tells us about a new resource created by Pobal & the Department of Rural and Community Development all about Community Engagement and how our local communities can be more inclusive in their approaches Planning and Decision Making. And with some of us potentially eying new challenges for 2025 -  Dylan Mellody Kelly & Emma Loo of Na Gaeil Aeracha - the wo...

On the show this week, Robbie Lawlor and Veda, HIV activists, podcasting legends and community royalty make their Queeriosity debut! They speak about how their friendship became a powerful double act in fighting stigma associated with HIV. Ahead of it's Dublin debut this week, writer, director and star of Gwyneth Goes Skiing, Linus Karp is in studio to give a little insight into the hilarious stag...

James is flying solo this week, with Dublin City FM's Roisin O'Neill popping in to chat through all the biggest stories in our Rainbow Roundup. If you thought Pride season ended with Brat Summer? We’ve got news for you: Heartland Pride Athlone’s winter pride festival is taking place from 29th of November to the 1st of December. We’re joined by committee member and Drag performer Barry Mc...

On this week's show it's election central as we chat about the US election and our own general election. Luna Lara Liboni from The Irish Council of Civil Liberties joins us to discuss the hate crime legislation that passed through the Dáil recently and what we need to do to ensure people are protected against hate speech. Off the back of another successful Stand Up Awareness week, we are delighted...