10+ Things We Absolutely Love About Being Part of the LGBTQ+ Community: and You Should Too! 🌈 S1 E7

[@jethrojackson2524]

I LOVE having boyfriends like Joel & Keegan. If I wasn't gay, I would never even known about them. It is cool to be LQBTQ+

[@dubon9999]

Gays together forever 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈

[@sarahtaylor1679]

I am a minority, and you're right; I have always been empathetic and sympathetic towards gays. I don't think one wakes up wishing they were who they are or chooses to be discriminated against. Too many deaths. We should be embracing one another and celebrating life. When you know better, you do better. It is a very educational episode today. The different terms and utterances. Well done HHH ❤❤❤❤

[@josephsgroi4474]

I agree, when people say “partner” I am sometimes confused as to whether they are business partners or in a relationship. You’re a boyfriend or a husband. I’m a senior gay in the US and don’t have a problem with “Homo”, it’s just short for homosexual. I’m a big homo and I love it, it’s who I am and I’m proud of it.

[@joecaprani5772]

I think the usage of partner may well have originated in the straight world when people started choosing to cohabit without being married Saying they were boyfriend/girlfriend seemed a bit flippant or transient, whereas saying partner implied a stability/permanence and didn't have the clunkiness of saying "we're cohabiting" or "we're common law spouses".

[@Juniper133]

My sister was calling her boyfriend her "partner" and it was confusing. They're recently engaged now, so I'm not sure what term she'll be using now and after the wedding. I think people getting older and having a boyfriend/girlfriend at the age of 30 and older may have felt embarrassing , so a new term was made

[@RichardCalvin-jd5uq]

I can tell you are a couple by the way you smile at each other and can't stop smiling. It's cute, telling, and wonderful to see. I love "Happy Healthy Homo''--great title.

[@joemalick]

Great episode, guys! 🙂 I love that one of the main messages of this podcast (via both of you) is showing people that being gay is normal, and that no one should be ashamed of being gay. Plus, for anyone watching, that acceptance and just being kind is so much better (and easier) than ignorance and judgment. ❤ And I agree that the rainbow flag in shops and restaurants is hugely important, because again, it teaches/displays acceptance and welcoming. Well done, keep up the good work! 🙌

[@terryjimfletcher]

It is sometimes surprising where you see the rainbow flag, and what Joel said, that it makes him feel safe, it is so true.

[@joecaprani5772]

Yes, the rainbow flag can very much be a "safe space" indicator if you're away from home. It would be lovely to think you could walk into any bar or cafe with your boyfriend or husband and think it won't be a problem, but it can be, so the flag helps. I also think it's important for us as LGBTQ people to support LGBTQ run businesses with our tourist $/£ when we're abroad, particularly in places where you know they are under threat (legally or culturally).

[@robertrawley1115]

Keegan, as a very publicly out gay man in the UK sports world, I would be interested...if you were comfortable sharing...what effect that public outing has had on your kids through stages of their school life? Here in the US middle school (roughly grades 7-8) can be really tough with peer pressure and emerging puberty. Have your kids shared with you any issues or interesting stories about what they've encountered? What advice could you give today for male or lesbian parents that could be useful for their kids? Maybe this is something to consider for next year when you have guests coming on? But it does seem a topic that would be appropriate for what you two are talking about every week. Thanks for continuing your podcasting! .

[@SarahMcCormick95]

I think we're just more open minded and we tend to embrace things that are different because often we're judged for not conforming so we have a level of understanding & as you've mentioned empathy that people who haven't had to think about these things may not have. I also think being gay is just fun to be honest and that there's a degree of liberation to it i haven't found anywhere else (as much as we are oppressed.)

[@davebester5663]

Love ur show! One thing that confuses me about a certain part of our community is how being gay completely consumes some people and almost overwhelms their life story. Being gay is a small part of my identity. Granted, it’s a fabulous part, but I am also so many other things. What are your thoughts on this?

[@joecaprani5772]

I'm totally with you on this. Yes, I'm gay, but it's just one facet of what makes me who I am and not THE defining feature.

[@chrisk5651]

Here's to 200 episodes!! Yes I want a double dose of you guys!

[@Foxy-qx4pd]

“Up until now, almost all studies into LGBTQ+ mental health have looked at stigma-related stressors-things like family rejection, rejection from your religious community, or being bullied,” says John Pachankis, Ph.D., associate professor of Public Health and director of the LGBTQ Mental Health Initiative at Yale University. But what Pachankis and his colleagues began to notice in their work was that gay and bisexual men reported feeling much of their stress coming from their peers, or what a new study led by Pachankis calls intra-minority stress. Published in January in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, the study was conducted over five years with representative samples of participants from across the U.S. and is the most significant of its kind to examine community stressors among gay and bisexual men. Its findings reveal what many in the community know all too well: that gay and bisexual men can be pretty harsh with one another and with ourselves in trying to measure up. Participants reported feeling stressed by what they perceived as the community’s obsession with looks, status, and sex; they pointed to its exclusionary racism and social cattiness. “We know that men in general are more competitive, and that masculine-related competition is stressful,” Pachankis says. “What these data show is that when that type of competition happens in a community made up of men that both socializes and sexualizes with each other, the toll on one’s mental health can be pretty steep.

[@michaelwilkinson9382]

You guys are compelling , more power to you

[@iandingle3640]

I do agree "partner" is so ambiguous! Life the light hearted chat in this video for a change of pace! Keep up the great work!

[@fredrecord6382]

during the lockdown i started reading gay romance novels.actually on audiobook [it was the only way i could get anyone to talk dirty to me] i recommend them now. a great way to learn about different parts of the community i didnt understand, and has improved my love making skills as well.

[@Levenitup]

About the pressure to get married, have kids, etc, it was one of the nicest parts about my coming out. Everyone was always like "When are you gonna get a girlfriend" etc. Well the answer was never, and now people have mostly left me alone. Although as time goes on, it's swinging back to "when are you gonna get married to a guy" etc, which, hey, at least that's a move in right direction

[@louispeel9919]

I unofficially have a Husband and am 75. I been been called all the slur words. I no longer care now, but it did used to hurt as I am ASD with anxiety and depression that usually goes with the ASD. I am happy most of the time!

[@orielwiggins2225]

This may be a southern USA thing, but all the pride events I've attended have has the warmest and best energy. Just happy healthy feel. Don't get me wrong, I've seen some really arrogant condescending rude folks there too, but the general vibe is so uplifting. And I LOVE that that vibe is associated with being homosexual. Especially in contrast to a higher concentration of homophobia in the South. It's a breath of fresh air in a "bog of eternal stench".

[@rileyreed2230]

I agree, I like being part of a community with so much diversity, and obviously the freedom to be yourself. I feel like there’s so much camaraderie in the LGBTQ community as a whole, and with other minorities, because we all have something in common and can have empathy for each other. I’m kind of still closeted at home, but all my friends know that I am ace and panromantic, and most of them are part of the LGBTQ community too so I love that we have that in common and can relate in that way. I loved hearing about your experiences and what you like about being gay, It’s so easy to focus on the negatives instead of looking at the positive side of things. 💖🖤🤍💜🏳️‍🌈❤️

[@Brooksie603]

Not sure if the show ever reached the UK but I loved the sitcom Will & Grace and the fun relationship Jack had with Karen. Karen is my spirit animal. That character was hilarious and over the top. If you haven’t watched it, give it a go.

[@terryjimfletcher]

Will and Grace defo came to the UK. Karen was probably the best character in it, followed by the older gentleman (sorry, can't remember his name).

[@alexanderalexandrou]

Your videos are empowering for my LGBTQ+ psychotherapy clients who are struggling. Good job and thanks for the effort. 🎉

[@sawcsam1019]

Yall are amazing! I love listening to yall talk about whatever, your accents are amazing:-)❤❤😊

[@keithp6056]

I love your set! It's so cozy and yet modern. It's really professional in feel. Great job.

[@dennisoconnor4387]

Polari borrowing terms from Italian, Cockney Rhyming slang and Yiddish ,as well as incorporating slang words from the gay subculture of the time. (Free Latin).🏳‍🌈

[@joecaprani5772]

Yes, and it's interesting about the word bevvy. I think it is clearly a contraction of beverage, but may well have been coined 1st by those speaking Polari and then crossed over into mainstream culture, just like many women these days will refer to make up as slap, but the origin is definitely from Polari.

[@lilbitibyker]

Great PodCast. ...I have to admit that I genuinely laughed out loud at "resting bitch face" Thank you guys for that as I truly needed a solid positive experience today and you guys gave it to me!!

[@PaladinesAngel]

I love me some Kylie! And I love that being a minority and growing up so ostracised and picked on has helped me be more empathetic for other people and less quick to judge people from different backgrounds And yeah, not having to have children is the gift that keeps on giving

[@tonypike2467]

Loving your podcast guys, so helpful and informative for newbie guys like me

[@beaukat3]

I was in a relationship for 34 years… We always referred to each other as spouses…… But if the person I was talking to referred to my spouse as a she only then would I correct them to “he”

[@matthewdishington3842]

What an amazing episode! Absolutely love it. Can relate with so much in this episode. ❤️🏳️‍🌈

[@daniellaplume3840]

I'm vibing on this. Thank you for talking about it

[@Tomgo3]

Totally agree with you on language, I feel it's the intent behind the words, 'faaggot' or 'queer' when you look at the definition of queer, its defined primarily as strange or odd. I don't feel attraction to the same gender as odd. Love the chats lads ❤

[@kathleenchild]

In April 2023, Florida LGBT advocacy group Equality Florida issued a travel advisory for LGBT people to avoid visiting or moving to the state of Florida. I know you’re heading to Florida so I just wanted you to be aware of what is happening there.

[@Jonnie-Falafel]

😂😂 Nothing is happening there that impacts on consenting adults! Have you been to Coconut Grove?

[@JamesWood-ef1rg]

I totally agree i love seeing a rainbow flag fly outside a bar cafe or club! Makes me feel really proud i love going to Manchester pride every year and i get emotional seeing all of us all together united. I think as a older 48 year old gay man i appreciate the gay community of the past and present, more now then i did when i was younger i think i took it for granted to be honest. As mentioning gay icons female or male, Madonna wears that crown and so does lady gaga they have and still do so much for the gay community! Male wise George Michael was my gay male icon! I like artists that push the envelope, and push buttons. Not just a beautiful person singing pop tunes on microphone on stage.

[@mikewolfe5829]

I live in the U.S., but I love Kim Woodburn - "How Clean is Your House?" was a great program(me). Kim and Aggie made me laugh as well as gave an occasional kick in the pants to clean up. I've been more open to reclaiming "homo" from the slurs. I don't know if I'll ever reclaim the f-word, though my husband disagrees with me. Thanks for a fun topic!

[@michaeljohndennis2231]

Joel and Keegan are a gorgeous gay couple ❤

[@franktreml3145]

Keegan and Joel - if you like camp and you haven’t watched it then make sure you watch The Golden Girls 😂😂🎉

[@dubon9999]

Gay men together forever ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

[@chrisk5651]

I'm from suburban New York, I never heard of Polari. I know a fair bit but am not an expert on LGBTQ++ but hadn't learned of that.

[@PokhrajRoy.]

My favourite part is dissecting pop culture. Media is queer if you think enough about it.

[@chrisk5651]

Keegan has helped a lot.

[@fritzrathmann7318]

Great episode, guys!

[@dubon9999]

Gay Forever ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

[@dubon9999]

Gay Power ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

[@jnbtpasam8093]

Talking about reclaiming HOMO. When I was growing up and being called FAG I would say, yes I am a Fabulous Awesome Guy.. I was trying to reduce the hurt when being bullied.

[@bishbosh4815]

I watched your Ted Talk Keegan, very inspiring 🙌. It'd be good if you talked about how your wife and social sphere reacted to you coming out and the impact it had on your relationships. There's a lot of stigma from straight people, especially in conservative, traditional and or religious communities that closeted guys are selfish for not coming out and "misleading" their wife by getting married and being in a straight relationship hiding their homosexuality, which is obviously bs, but it's what a lot, if not most of closeted gays face

[@xeganxerxes4319]

To be fair, that is something that affects other people as well. Of course I feel sorry for people forced to live a lie, but I do feel sorry for the wives as well. And that is coming form a gay man.

[@bishbosh4815]

@xeganxerxes4319 of course I feel bad for all parties involved. Luckily, I guess, I came out a few years ago (I'm 23) as bisexual and I wasn't in a relationship with a woman at the time (or since 😭) and certainly not married, so the only people it really affected were my parents. But for men (and women I guess) who are in the closet, especially those who don't have the safe space to confidently come out and are made to feel that being gay is bad and will likely face rejection if they do, I really sympathise. But yeah, I obviously understand the wife's pov too and the effect it will have on her and the family, which is why I want to hear from Keegan because he went through this with his wife and kids. It isn't one sided.

[@bishbosh4815]

@xeganxerxes4319 when you say effects other people too, wdym? Like other non gay people face that same dilemma, or other people are affected when someone comes out? I believe honesty is the best policy but it really depends on the situation you are in

[@xeganxerxes4319]

@@bishbosh4815 Well I guess it’s different if they’re bisexual or it is an arranged marriage where both people know about it. But I do feel it is bad to pretend to be something you’re not if the marriage isn’t going to work or is not going to have any intimacy. And that goes for women who marry men and later come out as lesbians as well. There are some places where it is really bad to be gay, but even if lived there I wouldn’t have a sham marriage. I think I’d just shrug it off and never talk to people about sex or relationships. They can think what they like but until there is proof then it is just their speculation. As I said, I am gay and my family know but not my neighbours or coworkers or even many friends and I don’t care. They probably suspect and they can think what they like.

[@bishbosh4815]

@xeganxerxes4319 but it's usually because of society forcing people into it. Closeted men feel like they're supposed to be straight, get married and have kids, that's the expectation and obligation, and especially in cultures and community that are conservative, traditional and anti LGBT. It isn't just a case of guys choosing to pretend to be something they're not, it's the toxic culture surrounding them that doesn't allow that

[@j_squared5ever543]

I’m sure someone has already commented this by now, but I started listing Male Gay Icons in my head. Elton John, Freddie Mercury, etc… I’m sure y’all in the chat can reply with more.

[@j_squared5ever543]

Harry Styles for the new generation.

[@waltershelly280]

I really enjoyed this podcast, thank you

[@happyhealthyhomo]

Thanks for watching!

[@marklouis1890]

3:39. I identify as queer rather then gay, because it's a more open ended label and I consider myself a complex person

[@akym82810]

I think being an out gay man means in some way you are living working against the social conditioning (at least, until very recently, all you get from outside information is that you should be straight) to be your most authentic self. Now I don't think I can put that on my CV, but it's pretty cool nonetheless.

[@Kevin-1969]

My favourite thing has always being able to wear female body spray lol, also being gay is ok, I am grateful I can see, walk, hear, being gay is just a facet, god made me gay, he decided this was who I am.

[@geraldinemcgurk447]

Catherine O’Hara is a Canadian Comedian!

[@deantnj7829]

I can get why some find the word homo a problem. In the 80’s it’s was used a lot towards gay men. Even teachers, people in authority would use it. But im a proud old HOMO. I love talking back all those old words. I even have used the f word on myself. Not a problem for me.

[@Sammyjane72x]

Hmmm there are eras of gay icons There are old skool icons like Barbara Streisand and Cher New skool gay icons like Kim Petras and Charli xcx And there are icons that are liked, if not loved by both old skool queer music fans and new skool queer music fans Kylie and Britney for example As a 34 year old who loves 'youthy' music I'm definitely 100% on the new skool camp but still have plenty of liking for those who are in-between like the Kylie's and Britney's

[@suzannehawkins383]

as a gay woman, we have ambiguity even with using the term girlfriend for our partner. I mean even before I came out, I would never call a woman friend a girlfriend, because that title is reserved in my head at least, for intimate partners. But the straight world uses it all the time for friends. With gay guys, there's not that issue at least lol. It seems that I prefer partner. And I believe, but I've not tested this, that I would refer to a partner in business as 'my business partner'. Spouse or SO sound too clinical. Husband/wife, to me, sounds like attempting to fit into the straight world. But again, I only see this through my gay lens. I wonder how the straight world sees it.

[@luminiferous1960]

You make a good point about using "business partner" for a partner in business to be clear about that relationship. Perhaps for clarity, it would be good to also use "romantic partner" to designate the person with whom one is involved with romantically. Also, "spouse" by definition means the person to whom one is married, whereas "partner" or "romantic partner" includes other committed relationships as well as marriage. Perhaps, "marriage partner" would also be an acceptable substitute for "spouse." To me, spouse does not sound clinical, just gender neutral, and is an acceptable substitute for the gender specific wife or husband, which to me are also acceptable, and not exclusively straight terms.

[@Doerakker]

Have to love ? You mean could choose to love !

[@TheMartinCannon]

It may be because of my age (65 in 2 months) but I’m afraid I wouldn’t class Gemma Collins and Kim Woodburn as gay icons.

[@hoangvu3121]

i disagree on not pressure to having kids as a gay man. i think because im asian, my culture is a man in a family must continue the family bloodline and must have kids. fortunately my other straight siblings already did that so i dont have to worry about that anymore😂😂😂 other than that i agree with all yall opinions. ❤

[@kennethbailey9853]

Yes men!😮😊

[@fritzrathmann7318]

Partner has always sounded like an impersonal business relationship to me.

[@candidolopez1131]

It may sound funny - but I also see the flag colors as a way to pick up other gay people - sounds crazy but it does happen here in NY. Lol!

[@seigneurdemerde1935]

You need to varnish or stain those wooden panels behind, you’re letting the community down x

[@Jonnie-Falafel]

Why not do an episode on the countries where gays are oppressed? Or which communities in the UK frown on and punish homosexuals?

[@samj.403]

Nicki Minaj & Charli XCX are my gay icons 😭💀😂

[@firouz256]

There is a huge difference between the expressions "homosexual" and "gay"!

[@xeganxerxes4319]

Homosexual = same-sex attraction. Gay (these days) = being attracted to someone who identifies with your 'gender'. I have always considered myself a gay man but don't accept the premise I even have a 'gender identity'. Transactivists would call me agender, which I would take offence at. I am a gay man and a same-SEX attracted male!

[@falkon26]

Hi, Homo is the Latin word for Human,so shouldn't really be used as a slur.

[@happyhealthyhomo]

Yeah that’s very true!

[@falkon26]

Hi,I Apologise for my comment above.

[@tomschmitz-dj1fg]

straight, gay, bisexual, whatever, no one should have expectations to fit into what others think (i.e. you HAVE to get married, you HAVE to have children, you HAVE to even have a relationship and if you don't why don't you?!)...

[@skapalski4031]

❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@J33-k3s]

I think the titles your comfortable with depends on what era you grew up in. I am 35. Being called quee r was a slu r. Now it's an umbrella term for all things non-straight. I don't care to be called quee r. I just say I'm gay. I don't like the walking on egg shells we all have to do now with words. As long as someone is being respectful in their intent, there is no need to go on a crusade against someone for using the wrong word. I don't want to be lumped in with the crusaders. I just want mutual respect for and from everyone.

[@xeganxerxes4319]

I do feel the lgbtq pls community is bonkers and I have a lot more in common with most straight folks than a lot of those people. I don't think it is fair that one group of people should be allowed to speak for and represent everyone who is gay when we are such a diverse range of people and our sexual identities shouldn't define us. Of course people can identify as they like and if they want to consider themselves a part of a community and go to events that is fine. But I don't think it is right for them to box us all in together and I do have an issue with it.

[@luminiferous1960]

How I long for the day, which I hope is coming in the near future, when none of these terms are needed because nobody else cares what one's gender is nor what the gender is of the person with whom one is romantically involved or with whom one is having sex. Ultimately, as the old blues song states, "T'aint Nobody's Business." Then we can all strive to be Happy Healthy Humans. Until then, the best I can hope for is that everyone is respectful in word and deed.

[@xeganxerxes4319]

@@luminiferous1960 Of course we should be respectful of others. However, forcing other people to accept the idea of gender isn’t respectful. People should just leave each other alone and respect our differences.

[@luminiferous1960]

@@xeganxerxes4319 I agree. I would go even further and say trying to force anyone to accept any idea isn't respectful, nor is it effective. People may modify their behavior and speech as a result of force, but usually not their ideas and beliefs. On the other hand, there is nothing disrespectful nor wrong about trying to convince other people to accept new ideas through respectful dialogue.

[@J33-k3s]

I think it's great that we are learning to respect everyone. It really helps us all to be respected as people. Having said that, I do not like the walking on eggshells with gender terminology. If someone wants to be called something I will try to do so. However, I don't want to be afraid to call someone something like him, when they want to be called her or something else. I think changing the rules of language, such as pronouns. Changing everything to a nongendered language, I think that's taking things too far and actually makes the people wanting everyone else to change language very selfish and overly narcissistic. I want everyone to be respected, but you also have to be reasonable and respectful to everyone else.

[@bmsharvey2915]

Joel is so beautiful😍

[@tvgamerstan6180]

I don't really feel apart of any community. I'm too unattractive to the gay community and too gay for the straight community. I've just learned to stick to myself. The gay community was cruel to me during my time on dating apps and Instagram. On instagram, I had a gay couple trolling me in my dm telling me how fat & ugly I was. Then they started sending me pics of other gay guys saying how much more attractive they are than I am. Whenever I would post pics, I would have people saying eww or gross in the comment sections. I remember when I was using dating apps, I messaged a guy before and he said I was gross. Another time, I was just on some app scrolling and some white guy decided to message me calling me a dirty n***er. When I was talking to this guy on one of the apps, he would get mad at me if I didn't do what he wanted. One minute he's telling me how much he's attracted to me, then when he's mad at me I'm fat & dirty. Then he would tell me he would leak my nudes online. During my time on xtube, I would keep getting these long paragraphs from this guy saying the same thing over & over. He kept calling me fat & obese. He then went on to say that he posted my videos on another site and that the things people were saying about me would make me wanna run & hide. What's weird is I went on his page and he was literally liking videos of guys that looked fatter than me, so it's like, how are you body shaming me when you like big dudes ? It didn't make sense. The gay community is very brutal if they don't like your face or body. Gay men aren't too different from straight men. I see that now.

[@jameshollyoak8230]

Agree 100% I have never felt part of this welcoming community that they keep going on about ; the majority of gay people are nasty self centred bitches; if you don’t fit into there clique; don’t get the whole if your gay you have to go to gay bars and wear rainbow clothes ; the whole world is open to everyone ; I’d rather drink in weatherspoons than a gay bar full of people; bitching about everyone ; you can’t even go for a piss without having a pervert wanking at you or perving at your cock ; and we know this is true

[@johnhelwig8745]

Rest in Peace, Barry Humphries, aka Dame Edna Everage.

[@silverstitch28]

I reclaimed Queer as it's all inclusive of the community and not the alphabet boxes that separate people. Its far more open as I'm non binary and no longer gay and don't fit into what gay culture signifies anymore .

[@sebastianduzy3621]

I have a big rainbow tattoo on my neck :D

[@chrisk5651]

We don't use the word "Camp" the same way in the USA. You can use the word "Campy."

[@chrisk5651]

Whatever tickles your pickle!

[@GregoryMl62]

❤

[@xeganxerxes4319]

I am gay and don't like being called queer or being considered a part of the 'lgbtq' community. We are all individuals at the end f the day and one group of people shouldn't claim that because they are a aprt of that 'group' that they speak for everyone who is a part of that 'group'. Thanks.

[@robertrawley1115]

No worries you do you! I would respectfully ask you to think about the fact that if you're in the US, EU or UK you may be benefiting from the work that members of the LGBTQ+ community have done in the past that allow you to do you today. If you're in one of the countries in the world where you could be jailed or even killed for being gay it is important that you stay out of the limelight for your own safety. It's good we have a big tent!

[@xeganxerxes4319]

@@robertrawley1115 Most of the gay people from the past I admire like Alan Turing, Leonardo Da Vinci, Marcel Proust and E.M.Forster thought of themselves as individuals before anything else and might have been baffled by the concept of an LGBT community. To be clear, you are right that groups relating to the ‘LGBT community’ have done a lot of good work for gay people and human rights, but my objection is the blanket statement of LGBT because the implication is that all gays and lesbians are a part of it, which in turn gives groups calling themselves LGBT the definitive to right to represent the view points of all gay people in society. There are a lot of gay conservatives and gay people who are critical of the concept of gender identity and so on. It doesn’t justify bigotry but everyone is entitled to their own view. Just a point.

[@kenster8270]

Whether or not you choose to be part of the LGBT "community" is a matter of personal affiliation. But if you are gay, then you are by definition part of the LGBT population. If that makes sense? I do share your hesitation avout the term "queer" though. In my experience, "queer" is in practice being used as a euphemism for non-cisgender persons. (For the record, most people who are gay or bi are cisgender.)

[@10-OSwords]

Waxing is for vajazalling. Be the beast, free the back hair.

[@Kane-sf3yj]

✌🖖

[@newworldlove7031]

What's wrong with Boyfriend! I can't stand the label Queer!! In the 90's it was a term used to bash one with in a very nasty way.

[@lugnut4848]

😍😍😍🤙🤙🤙

[@dandrem.4074]

I have never found anything fun, outwardly, about being gay. Men are terrible, and the one community that should be inclusive is the most exclusive. I love me and accept me and gay me dont like that. Which is strange to me. Like i have to be a traumatic disaster who sleeps around and no job to be accepted. Makes no sense to me.

[@chrisk5651]

Not everybody moisturizes!

[@AS-ri1mb]

Yes but they should. You don’t want a face like a leather handbag!

[@chrisk5651]

@@AS-ri1mb yeah but Should doesn’t = Do!

[@whiskers1776]

Sorry but I'm not into pride month and rainbow flags I'm no more special then my straight friends and I really think the violence used by activists is totally unacceptable which I fear is going to lead to a huge backlash

[@Jonnie-Falafel]

Glad you wrote that. Completely agree. You can't move for progress pride flags in Manchester & yet somewhere we're terribly oppressed or fabulously special... not true.

[@cityguyusa]

Go any where in the midwest or the bible belt and see how welcome you are.

[@franktreml3145]

The one word I will not ‘reclaim’ or use is ‘Queer’. To me it is too ‘academic’ and too non sexual. I like using homosexual and gay man to identify myself.

[@toddhupp2645]

keep in mind "gay" begins in the womb from hormone unbalances during certain development phases..This can - likely -be monitored and corrected going forward.The parents will have the option of a straight vs gay new born.This is also true for other hereditary/congenital conditions . In theory stem cell therapy could reverse/correct sexual orientation in adults.

[@lucianopavarotti2843]

This podcast is rapidly running out of road. Cut, cancel, move on.

[@kenfaganjr.7357]

Why are you posting hateful stuff on this podcast? That is not cool bro

[@lucianopavarotti2843]

@@kenfaganjr.7357 Why is it 'hateful' just because you disagree? And is there a rule that comments may only be 100% approving? It's an editorial judgement I'm making. As designed, I think this show has one season before it runs out of topics. And it's not as though this ground hasn't already been well covered. The current concept is a one-season idea. They need to broaden out the topics to be a long term project (which I assume you'd like), but essentially I think that involves total change of concept.

[@kenfaganjr.7357]

@@lucianopavarotti2843 I appreciate the reply. Now, this is more of a constructive criticism I feel like you should of said in the original message. I appreciate the reply. Yes, it does not always be rainbows but voicing your opinion saying why you felt this way you did to me be more helpful. Wishing you love and light

[@lucianopavarotti2843]

@@kenfaganjr.7357 Thanks, best to you too