A Jaded Gay

Historically, LGBTQ+ storylines in literature, film, and television were confined to predominantly tragic narratives, where heartbreak, loss, or death defined queer characters. Today, that representation is evolving, with authentic, multidimensional portrayals of LGBTQ+ characters navigating complex emotions, relationships, and life stages that reflect real queer experiences. In this episode, Steven Rowley, New York Times bestselling author of The Guncle, joins us to delve into his newest no...

International Transgender Day of Visibility is more than a moment of recognition — it’s a celebration of transgender joy, resilience, and the everyday lives that too often go unseen. Observed each year on March 31, the day uplifts trans voices, highlights achievements across culture and community, and calls attention to the discrimination and barriers that still impact transgender people around the world. In this episode, we’re exploring the history of International Transgender Day of Visibi...

Previously, we’ve discussed how growing up gay in a world that often misunderstood or rejected us can leave deep emotional scars. In adulthood, these wounds may show up as shame, fear of intimacy, self-doubt, or difficulty trusting both ourselves and others. In this episode, Chris Tompkins, founder of A Road Trip to Love, joins us to explore how gay men can recognize, nurture, and heal the wounded parts of their inner child to transforming past pain into self-acceptance. Related Episodes: Li...

Marsha P. Johnson was a trailblazing figure in LGBTQ+ history whose presence, activism, and compassion left an indelible mark on the movement. From the streets of Greenwich Village to the front lines of early gay rights activism, her life was defined by compassion, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to the most marginalized members of the community. In this episode, we’re exploring Marsha’s life, her role in the movement that followed Stonewall, and the enduring legacy she left on LGBT...

In previous episodes, we’ve explored the unique body image pressures placed upon gay men, from the intense focus on gym culture and the idealized twink aesthetic to broader societal expectations and body obsession. These pressures can contribute to disordered eating, a struggle that is often overlooked in men despite its prevalence in the gay community. In this episode, Kyle Ridley, an Emmy Award winning journalist, joins us to discuss his personal experiences with disordered eating, the uni...