CanQueer: Recent Episodes
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As Luke and Sebastien move onto other things in their final episode they look at the news of Justin Trudeau resigning as Prime Minister, and what his tenure, over the length of the show has meant for LGBT Canadians, and where the future might lead.
Music this Week:
Lockjaw by Talinor (Canadian)
Diner Coffee by VANCAMP (Canadian)
Can't Make Us Gone by Amanda Rheaume (Canadian)
The CanQueer team hosts the "Big Gay Quiz of the Year", with two teams competing to answer questions about LGBTQ news and events from the past year. The quiz covers topics related to Canada, international news, pop culture, and more.
In this episode of Canqueer, the hosts Luke and Sebastian discuss their long and storied careers in radio, from the inception of their show as "three gays on the radio" to its evolution into a topical podcast that aimed to be a voice for the LGBTQ+ community. They reflect on the challenges of holding their own institutions accountable while also celebrating progress, and explain their decision to end the show after over a decade, citing the unsustainable emotional labor involved. The hosts also share some of their most memorable guests and controversial stories covered over the years.
Music this week:
- "I'm Just Me" by Diamond Rings (Canadian)
- "Take Your Mama" by Scissor Sisters
- "The Dream of Winning" by Owen Pallett (Canadian)
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the news from the UK about PinkNews.co.uk, and the culture in the workplace. They also discuss an upcoming LGBT pilgrimage in Rome.
Music this week:
Honey by Cedar Roots (Canadian)
Hey You by Moodset's Band (Canadian)
Last Day by OKAN
Dance Me to the End of Love (Leonard Cohen Cover) by Annabelle Chvostek (Canadian)
Luke and Sebastian discussed various topics including the cultural shift against queer individuals. They also discussed political issues such as the allocation of washrooms in Washington DC, the implications of a recent democratic vote in Alberta, and the significance of World AIDS Day. Lastly, they touched on current events like anti-LGBTQ raids in Moscow, and the decision made at the Sydney Mardi Gras annual meeting regarding the participation of the New South Wales police in the upcoming parade.
Music this week:
Concrete and Windows by Tina da Rocha (Canadian)
Waves by Päter (Canadian)
Annie's Whip (Clean) by Amanda Rheaume (Canadian)
This week Luke and Sebastien discuss ending the show in 6 weeks, and some of the biggest news of the year.
Music this week:
Sure As Spring (Prarie-side Folk Mix) by Mortimer, Be Quiet (Canadian)
love / loss / applesauce by Backseat Dragon (Canadian)
Cold in Toronto (feat. Nicole Jaskot) by Grace Chiang (Canadian)
In this week's program we discuss the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal ruling on the Mayor of Emo, and the latest LGBT news from across Canada and the world.
Music this week:
Jane (My Little Firecracker) - Radio Edit by Claire Morrison (Canadian)
Tying Tiny Knots by The Crickettes (Canadian)
Evergreen by Maddisun
In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the fall-out from the US election, as well as the biggest news from across Canada, and the wider world.
Music this week:
Adrian Sutherland - Don Politico (Politician Man) - Don Politico (Canadian)
DahL - The Earle's Hall Sessions - All These Years (feat. James Goddard) (Canadian)
Mars Aspen - Pest Control - Pest Control (Canadian)
In a follow up to their investigation on the financial health of Canadas LGBT organizations Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest news from across the country.
Music this week:
Crawl by Julia Dales (Canadian)
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent motion defeated at the Niagara Catholic District School Board, the provincial elections and the trans election issue, and ongoing news about the bankruptcy of CCGSD.
Music this week:
Heartracer by Ura Star (Canadian)
Version of Me (feat. Dani Saldo) by Grace Chiang (Canadian)
What I Told U by miufly (Canadian)
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent bankruptcy of CCGSD (Canadian Center for Gender and Sexual Diversity), in addition to the other biggest news of the week. We also discuss a lack of update from CGLCC.
Music this week:
Paradise by Janette King (Canadian)
Finally, I by Sail Cassady (Canadian)
Radios and Buffalos by Liv Wade (Canadian)
In this latest episode of CanQueer, Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news. Including a pride flag set alight in PEI, and Waterloo, ON being listed as having the highest rate of hate crimes, and finally, King Arthur being added to LGBT history.
Music this week:
Younger Then by VANCAMP (Canadian)
Big Boy by Dirty Eddy (Canadian)
Must Be Nice (To Be So Tough) by Bill Ricky (Canadian)
In this weeks program the team interview the Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada about pushback and backsliding in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.
Music this week:
Monster by The Crickettes (Canadian)
Alien Girl by Paige Drobot (Canadian)
Fences by Talinor (Canadian)
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news, including a recent study that found that sexual and gender minorities are 15% more likely to have brain health concerns.
Music this week:
Furthest Place Remix Feat. R.B. by Kue Varo (Canadian)
Pieces by Laura Kelsey (Canadian)
Taboo by Janette King (Canadian)
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest GLBT news in Canada and around the world.
Music this week:
Diner Coffee by VANCAMP (Canadian)
I Won't Hide by Amanda Rheaume
Old Friend by Melissa Lauren
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news and kick off a discussion about Pride in Quebec.
Music this week:
This Old Town by VANCAMP (Canadian)
Manual Expression by Miarlequin
High Trust High Stakes by Rykka
Silver Lady by Julia Dales
Heartbreaker (Radio Edit) by Zochi (Canadian)
In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news, discussing Mpox, census data, and more
Music this week:
Everything's Fine by Alanna Matty (Canadian)
Next Life by Jayli Wolf (Canadian)
Imposter by Breagh Isabel (Canadian)
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent Pride in Canadas capital and gives updates on the biggest lgbt news across the world, including the latest on the MPOX public health warning.
Music this week:
Homebody by Mulligrub (Canadian)
Champion by Bif Naked (Canadian)
Play Fisty for Me by Carole Pope (Canadian)
In this weeks show Luke interviews the Host and producer of Queer Legends: The True Story of Canadas LGBT Purge Shawn Dearn, with special guest Sarah Worthman as they discuss the Canadian government purge of queer men in the first world war. Luke also discusses Ottawa Pride.
Music this week:
Vices by Lonely Little Kitsch (Canadian)
Headache BY Alanna Matty (Canadian)
A Laika Of Our Very Own! by Greta & The Goldfish (Canadian)
This week Luke and Sebastien discuss the rolling fall out from Capital Prides statement on the conflict in the middle east. Also this week, we discuss the new documentary about Jackie Shane, and discuss the film releases from the NFB (National Film Board) in celebration of Public Service Pride.
Music this week:
Tutti Frutty by Little Richard
Any Other Way by Jackie Shane (Canadian)
Hey Mr Cool Guy by Jackie Shane
As Pride season draws down Luke and Sebastien discuss the contrast in how Montreal Pride, and Capital Pride in Ottawa tackle the conflict in the middle east..
Music this week:
Shame Spiral by Jess Waters (Canadian)
The Middle by Blu Beach Band (Canadian)
love song no.1 by Mallory Chipman (Canadian)
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the false news coming from the Olympics of two women competing in boxing who have battled far-right allegations of being trans, distracting from their achievements. That and other top queer news of the week. Including, GLAADs expenses being revealed by the New York Times
Music this week:
I Miss My Land by Carole Pope (Canadian)
Clowning Around by Energy Slime (Canadian)
Moregasm by C O R A F L O R A (Canadian)
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest Pride news across Canada, with coverage of Halifax and across Canada. We also discuss the queer representation in Pride, and several other big news stories of the week.
Music this week:
A Cause Des Garcons by Yelle
Le dauphin et la princesse by LARCHE (Canadian)
Pouvoirs de sorcier by Jessy Lindsay (Canadian)
In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss Pride in Halifax (NS) and Fredericton (NB), and how Pride organizers have to balance corporate sponsors and the Divestment list versus paying for an expensive festival.
Music this week:
The Gas Station Affair by Damase Elis (Canadian)
Crawl by Maddisun (Canadian)
Running by Julie Title
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the pride protesters in Victoria, BC and the impact of Fredericton Pride, NB cancelling events. That and other top LGBT news of the week.
Music this week:
Gumdrops by SIESKI (Canadian)
Talk to Me by Sarah Jayne Riley (Canadian)
Volver a Amar by Jandrou
This week Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest GLBTQ news, including cancelled events in St Johns NL and the sound of the Pride Flag.
Music this week:
Stay With Me by Liv Wade (Canadian)
nauseous from existential dread [clean] by Caylie G (Canadian)
My Only Rule by Camellia Grove (Canadian)
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the big PRIDE news as Toronto, London, and New York celebrate Pride.
Music this week:
Perfection by Once A Tree (Canadian)
CBAYAOM by fxrrvst (Canadian)
You Make My Choo Choo Train Go Whooo Whoooo by Cedar Roots (Canadian)
In this week's show Luke and Sebastien discuss the biggest news of the week. Taking the fore this week is a u-turn by the Pride committee at Fierte Sudbury Pride, to now cancel their pride parade.
Music this week:
Cardboard House by Julia Cunningham (Canadian)
COOL by Vikki Minor (Canadian)
Die in Your Dreams by Laura Kelsey (Canadian)
In this week's program Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest news including the withdrawal by 3 food trucks for Pembina MB, Pride. With a round-up of the latest LGBT news including the pride flag raising at Parliament. CPAC recording here:
Music this week:
What we wanna be by the Indigo Girls
Midnight Ride by Orville Peck, Kylie Minogue and Diplo
New Kind of Outlaw by D'orjay The Singing Shaman (Canadian)
Luke and Sebastien cover the latest news of the week, ranging across a series of Pride events across Canada, to Glad Day Bookstore's drastic action for community support.
Music this week:
Highschool Confidential by Rough Trade (Canadian)
Smalltown Boy by Bronskie Beat
You make me feel (Mighty Real) (Husko Remix) by Adam Lambert
Luke and Sebastien recovered from illness, discuss the biggest LGBT news in Canada. Starting with the united effort by Pride organizations in Alberta to ban the United Conservative Party from participating in their Pride Parades
Music This Week:
BAD by Mint Simon (Canadian)
Sorry For Myself by Tom Boy (Canadian)
Can I (Clean) by Zochi (Canadian)
Don't Dream at Night by Cosmic Club (Canadian)
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the Eurovision Song Contest and some of the other top news of the week.
Music this week:
Lithuania | Silvester Belt - Luktelk
Estonia | 5MIINUST x Puuluup - (nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi
Spain | Nebulossa - ZORRA
Ireland | Bambie Thug - Doomsday Blue
Finland | Windows95man - No Rules!
Croatia | Baby Lasagna - Rim Tim Tagi Dim
Switzerland | Nemo - The Code
What is Queer Food? Inspired by the recent Queer Food Conference Luke and Sebastien dive into the queer history of different foods. They also discuss the hate vandalism at the University of Windsor, and other big news stories of the week.
Music this week:
Lobotomize Me by Cosmic Club (Canadian)
North American Martyrs by Funeral Lakes (Canadian)
Dark Water by Talinor (Canadian)
In this weeks program Luke and Sebstien discuss some of the latest research impacting the LGBT community as well as the Federal Budget and the UKs Cass Review on Trans Healthcare.
Music this week:
Into the Great Unknown by Cedar Roots (Canadian)
You'll Never Know by Neela (Canadian)
More Than This by Mallory Chipman (Canadian)
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien interview Rob Anderson the author of the satirical new textbook Gay Science. Luke and Sebastien also discuss the other top news of the day.
Please note, we had to re-record a portion of the show, and Luke was only available by phone, as a result some of the audio from the host is a lower quality than usual.
Music this week:
shade of hue by henryqin (Canadian)
Beauty Is Revenge by Tranie Tronic (Canadian)
Love Me by CEC (Canadian)
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien respond to Jojo Siwa's comment about being the inventor of gay pop with an exploration of gay pop. They also dive into the news of a AI Boyfriend from Grindr and other top news of the week.
Music this week:
Culture Club - Karma Chameleon
Pet Shop Boys - Go West
Tegan and Sara - Closer (Canadian)
MIKA - Lollipop
Olly Alexander - Dizzy
Mad Tsai - stacy's brother
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the biggest news of the week. This includes a historic motion from the UN Human Rights Council on Intersex people. They also discuss a recent academic study on pronouns on resumes, risk compensation on PREP and much more.
Music this week:
Drake Jensen - Talk Me Down (Canadian)
Orville Peck & Willie Nelson - Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond Of Each Other
K.D Lang - Big Boned Gal (Canadian)
In this episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the resurgence of Mpox in Canada and the impact that Grindr which celebrates its 15th anniversary has had on gay culture.
Music this week:
Run Wild by Becky Prokova (Canadian)
Fireworks by Mya Luv (Canadian)
With Me by Julia Dales (Canadian)
So Many Asking by Jake Nicoll (Canadian)
Dare To Hope by Mortimer, Be Quiet. (Canadian)
In this weeks program in response to an extensive investigation by Rolling Stone into the drag queen Shangela, Luke and Sebastien being safe and the influence of queer celebrity. They also discuss the top GLBT news of the week.
Music this week:
Just Don't Care by Kue Varo (Canadian)
Nicotine Hallelujah by Päter (Canadian)
Europapa by Joost Klein
This weeks show delves into the alarming increase of hate crimes in Canada, with a focus on the LGBTQ+ community. This show features interviews with Warren Silver from Stats Canada, who shares staggering statistics and the nuances behind them, and Hazel Woodruff from the Canadian Anti-Hate Network, who discusses grassroots defense strategies and the power of community resilience. Through their expert analysis and heartfelt stories, we explore the impact of these crimes and the collective efforts to combat hate, offering listeners a blend of data-driven understanding and inspiring stories of resistance and solidarity.
In this weeks episode we cover the recent record breaking payback by Toronto Pride of over $500,000 to the Canadian Government after their federal grant controversy. To walk us through it is Assistant Professor Tom Hooper. Also this week the big news from Canada, Greece and Ghana.
Music this week:
Perfection by Once A Tree (Canadian)
Everything's Good (Right Now) by Don River (Canadian)
This Moment by Cedar Roots (Canadian)
In this weeks episode we are joined by Kevin of Stroked Ego in Ottawa, as we discuss the struggle of running a business in the gay village. We are also joined by Mariah Darling the Education Coordinator at Chroma as they prepare to present at a national conference on creating temporary queer spaces.
Music this week:
Hunting Buffalo by Norine Braun (Canadian)
Follow the Call by KWIAT (Canadian)
Loneliness (Radio Edit) by The Pet Shop Boys
This episode of CanQueer dives into the critical shifts in HIV testing and funding in Canada, featuring insights from CATIE and the Canadian AIDS Society. We explore the impact of federal funding ending for HIV self-testing kits and the broader implications for health access. Additionally, we discuss the queer community's resilience in small towns, focusing on the debate around public expressions of queerness and local responses.
Music this week:
Overcome by Chilko in the Rosemary (Canadian)
Teeth by Ruby Doom (Canadian)
Courage by Mitchell Makoons (Canadian)
In this weeks show we discuss the latest news, including the crackdown in Russian on glbt representations.
Music this week:
Fever Dreams by Julia Dales (Canadian)
Ladybird, What's Wrong? by Avi C. Engel (Canadian)
Flowers by Amanda Rheaume (Canadian)
In this episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the idea of gay dates for Valentines day, before moving onto discussing big Canadian gay news. This includes the new Executive Director at Pride PEI, a referendum on a flag in Alberta and more.
Music this week:
The High by Backyard Betties (Canadian)
Took The Dog For A Long Walk by Mortimer, Be Quiet. (Canadian)
Quest Before by Norine Braun (Canadian)
In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien interview an academic looking into Bisexual leaders in businesses. They also discuss the news from Toronto of Toronto Pride paying back money to the government and the proposed regulations out of Alberta for trans teens.
Music this week:
Wasn't Easy by Becky Prokova (Canadian)
Someone's Knocking by me:she (Canadian)
Bebop by A.Trozzo (Canadian)
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the lawsuit against Madonna for starting her show late, the guilty plea by the Club Q killer, and a special interview with Reverend Cheri Di Novo about queer folks of faith.
Music this week:
Weathervane by Clara Cloud (Canadian)
Living in Love by Jess Rae (Canadian)
Too Much by Waveform Mountain (Canadian)
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien dive into queer electro-clash, and discuss the top news of the week. Including Vancouver and Edmonton's bid for the gay games, a controversy at Northern Peace Pride, and Barry Manalow at a Bathhouse.
Music:
Skin & Leather by The Hidden Cameras (Canadian)
KEROSENE by Crystal Castles (Canadian)
Boys Wanna Be Her by Peaches (Canadian)
Sisters in the Struggle by Lesbians on Ecstasy (Canadian)
In this episode we feature a discussion with Jordan Sullivan, the SOGIECE/CP Prevention & Survivor Support Coordinator at CBRC. We discuss where Canada stands two years after criminalizing conversion therapy. We also discuss the Ontario Superior Court case on the term Groomer, and other top news of the week.
Music this week:
she by magenta (Canadian)
January [Clean] by Noah Malcolm (Canadian)
Black Starr Planet by BiG SiSSY (Canadian)
In this annual tradition Luke quizzes Sebastien and guests Jess, Heather and Alex on the biggest gay news of the past year.
Music:
Padum Padum by Kylie Minogue
Jericho by Ineko
Salt and Vinegar by Lights (Canadian)
In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent announcement by the province of Quebec to pour millions into supporting the queer community in Quebec, they also discuss the surprising findings in the Year in Review from Por*Hub.
Music this week:
Beyond The Stars by the The Shoegaze Project (Canadian)
I Saw Me by Victrix (Canadian)
Spring by miufly (Canadian)
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest news such as 18+ Rating for My Little Pony in Russia, flag hate crimes in Iowa and Luke conducts an interview with the CEO of CGLCC, Canada's 2SLGBTQ Chamber of Commerce about supplier diversity and entrepreneurship.
Music This week:
OKAY by Tae Fannie (Canadian)
Cruise Control by IAMREBELWILL (Canadian)
Toxic by Mali Leona (Canadian)
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest news, and are joined by CATIE's Science and Medicine Editor, Sean Hosein to discuss the latest picture of HIV prevention and care in Canada
In this episode of CanQueer Luke interviews Francesco MacAllister-Caruso author of History isn’t repeating itself on LGBTQ rights. That is concerning. They discuss the current political state of trans rights in Canada. Luke and Sebastien also discuss gay bars and the Roman Empire.
Music this week:
Jane Birkin - Mika
C etait Salement Romantique by Coeur De Pirate (Canadian)
Feel Like Home by Roxanne Bruneau (Canadian)
In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the decision in Red Deer Alberta to dicipline and remove a trustee from the Catholic District School Board for a inappropriate meme post and other top stories of the week.
Music This week:
Gemini by Megan Irvine (Canadian)
At One Percent by Tiny Horse (Canadian)
One That I've Been Looking For by Nick Earle & The Reckless Hearts (Canadian)
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien bring you some of the biggest stories from the gay world this week.
Music this week:
Yeah, You (ft. gymmik) by TRNWRCK (Canadian)
Golden Days by Jess Rae (Canadian)
In The Matters by SIESKI (Canadian)
Luke and Sebastien discuss the Gay Games and other top news of the week.
Music this week:
Stokholm by Les Petits Nouveaux's Band (Canadian)
Whos that Man by FUAT TUAC (Canadian)
Firefly by Annabelle Chvostek (Canadian)
In this episode Luke and Sebastien catch up on the biggest news of the week, including the use by the Saskatchewan government of the Not Withstanding Clause to create legislation against the rights of trans youth.
Music this week:
The Archer by Clara Cloud (Canadian)
Genuflecting Ghost by Sufjan Stevens
Annie's Daughter by The Pairs (Canadian)
In this weeks episode we update the latest news from across the country including an update from Halifax, and TD making a game changing donation to Kind in Ottawa.
Music this week:
Dumb Enough - Aurora Bella (Canadian)
Surgical (Bilingual) by Loryann (Canadian)
Everything by A La Mode (Canadian)
This week we are joined by Dr Chritopher Wells to discuss Parental rights in Canada
Music this week:
Marigold by Begonia (Canadian)
Keep The Fire Burning by Goldschatz (Canadian)
Quicksand by Cedar Roots (Canadian)
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest government of Canada advice for GLBT Canadians visiting the USA. In addition to other top news from the week.
Music this week:
Spinning Wheel by Geordie Gordon (Canadian)
Happy To Be Here by SIESKI (Canadian)
In this episode we are joined by special guest Benjamin the Gay Flirt Coach ( https://www.instagram.com/benjamincamras/) . We discuss where flirting and queer romance is at in a post pandemic world and some pro tips! Then Luke and Sebastien discuss changes across Canada in educational policy impacting students.
Music this week:
You Up? Featuring Mae Martin by The Darcys (Canadian)
forever is not a poem by Yung Dead One (Canadian)
In this week's episode Luke and Sebestian explore the bookbans in the United States and more.
Music this week
Your Head is a House That You Live In by Grimm (Canadian)
How it Feels (Revisited) by Glutenhead (Canadian)
Paradise by Our Glass Zoo (Canadian)
In this latest episode from Luke and Sebastien the discuss the latest LGBT news, and faux outrage against the LGBT community, as well as updates on LGBT stories across Canada.
Music this week:
Indigo Girls - Galileo
Nancy Laberge - Just Leave (Canadian)
Amanda Rheaume - 100 Years
Join Luke and Sebastien as they discuss the latest LGBT News
Music This Week;
She They by TYA (Canadian)
Over Before it Began by Celeigh Cardinal (Canadian)
Bedhead by Somebody's Curses (Canadian)
In the latest week of CanQueer Luke and Sebastien discuss a recent Australian study that found that people are unable to identify bisexual men by their voice, unlike their straight or gay compatriots. Also other top news of the week.
Music this week:
Iglú by OKAN (Canadian)
How Do You Do (Calling You) by Dynesti (Canadian)
7 Years Of Blood [clean] by Nameless Friends (Canadian)
In this week's round up of LGBT news Luke and Sebastien kick off by discussing the debate around how gay bodies are represented in the new Rush music video by Troye Sivan, compared to the recent video by Sam Smith. Following that a discussion on small town Canadian prides, Hamilton Police and more.
Music This Week
Twenty Two Again by Grace Marr (Canadian)
Safe by Cupids Heart (Canadian)
Sleepy Northern Town by Vanstones (Canadian)
In this week's show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest headlines
Canadian LGBT Musicians this week:
Bold by Myrriah Xochitl (Canadian)
Blood Orange by Jayli Wolf (Canadian)
You Won't Be Punished For The Lie by Stewart Legere (Canadian)
This week Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent Pride Events in Toronto, a new plaque for Jackie Shane, and a art installation at Fort York inspired by Private Flowers
Music this week:
Padum Padum by Kylie Minogue
Sticks and Stones by Jackie Shane
I GOT U By Sendhelp (Canadian)
In this week's episode we discuss the Short Film Festival by Image+Nation as well as a recent incident in Kelowna and other big gay news of the week.
Music this week:
In this week's episode we discuss the Short Film Festival by Image+Nation as well as a recent incident in Kelowna and other big gay news of the week.
Music this week:
The Dirt by Glutenhead (Canadian)
Turnin’ It Up by G.R Gritt (Canadian)
Wasted My Twenties by Brooklyn Doran (Canadian)
Luke and Sebastien dive into the raft of news stories of escelate violence and hate in Canada against LGBT communities. They also discuss the recent emergency federal funding to help provide increased security to Pride festivals across the country.
Music this week:
Dance With You by The Happy Failure (Canadian)
Blue Skies by Larysa Musick (Canadian)
Another Level (HeavyPetz Remix) by Hyaenas (Canadian)
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the fall-out from Anthony Base of the Toronto Blue Jay's sharing an allegedly homophobic video on Instagram, as well as a round-up of GLBT news from across Canada and the world.
Music this week:
Someone to Forget by Lights (Canadian)
Electric [Clean] by Sinzere (Canadian)
Josephene by TYA (Canadian)
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the cultural and musical impact from Eurovision this year as well as some of the other top news stories of the week.
Songs this week:
EAEA by Blanca Paloma
You Spin Me Round (Like a Record) by Netta
Who The Hell Is Edgar? by Teya & Salena
Cha Cha Cha by Käärijä
Tattoo by Loreen
Home by Vanstones (Canadian)
In this week's episode in between covering the biggest GLBT news stories of the week, Luke discusses queer body confidence reflected in photographic art with the curator and artists in Fragmented Body Exhibit at the Glad Day Bookstore.
Music this week:
Watergun by Remo Forrer
Laughing by Don River (Canadian)
Safe by Cupid's Heart (Canadian)
Baby, You're Projecting by Vivek Shraya (Canadian)
Wasted My Twenties by Brooklyn Doran (Canadian)
Hello and welcome back Sebastien! Just in time for the fundraising show.
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Music this week:
Sam Sparro - Cut me Loose
Kaytranada - Bullets (Canadian)
Frank Ocean - Pink + White
This week's episode focuses on the premiere of A Happy Man
Also featured this week news updates including backlash to pride flag raising at York Regional Catholic School Board, and a critical review of London Metropolitan Police's investigation into recent gay serial killer.
Music this week:
(feat. La Bronze) by Wake Island (Canadian)
Nothing Lasts Forever by me:she (Canadian)
Holding On by Jayli Wolf (Canadian)
With Sebastien away and the world awash in negative LGBT news, Luke explores queer rage in musical expression.
Music this week:
Jericho - Iniko
Child of the Government - Jayli Wolf (Canadian)
On Every Corner - Ani DiFranco
Glad to Be Gay - Tom Robinson Band
Rebel Rebel - David Bowie
Sexual Intelligence - The Parachute Club (Canadian)
Don't Rain On My Parade - Barbra Streisand
Do Whatever The Heck You Want - Rae Spoon (Canadian)
Queen of the Rodeo - Orville Peck (Canadian)
Not a Phase - Jessie Paege, Lucy & La Mer
Everyone Is Gay - A Great Big World
Girls Like Girls - Hayley Kiyoko
In this week's show Luke interviews Helen Kennedy the Executive Director of EGALE Canada about a letter submitted to the CRTC in complaint of a recent Tucker Carlson segment on trans rights in Canada.
Music this week
Fiest - Of Womankind
Rufus Wainwright - Heading for Home (Feat. John Legend)
Lights - Prodigal Daughter - dEd Version
In this week's Episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the proposed 2SLGBTQI+ Community Safety Zones in Ontario.
Music This week:
When You're Gone ft. M.I.BLUE by SUN SUN
You'll Never Know by Neela (Canadian)
Watergun by Remo Forrer
This week we provide an update on the Government of Canada's response to the Ugandan anti-homosexuality law as well as a round-up of the latest LGBT news in Canada
Music this week:
Joan of Arc by Larysa Musick (Canadian)
Easier to Leave by The Pairs (Canadian)
Don't Tell Me How I Feel by Sherri Harding (Canadian)
Luke and Sebastien discuss the Anti Homosexuality Act in Uganda, as well as an update on Grindr among other stories.
Music this week:
Evidamont - La Zarra
Nothing Lasts Forever - me she
It's Not Up to Me (Unplugged) - Hyaenas
In this week's episode we interview the Arquives about a new educational tool that he created.
Music this week:
Say (featuring Terra Spencer) by Don Brownrigg (Canadian)
Burden Complex by Tinge (Canadian)
All Your Favorite Bands (feat. Sarah Melanie White) by Allison Crowe (Canadian)
In this week's show Luke and Sebastien discuss the Gay Jobs, and the contreversy surrounding Hershey Canada's use of Fae Johnston in their Her She campaign.
Music:
Coal Mine by iskwē and Tom Wilson (Canadian)
Just Leave by Nancy Laberge (Canadian)
The Wood Song by The Indigo Girls
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent action by the City of Toronto to make use of Hanlan's point, a nudist beach which is the preserve of gay men. Also, the impact of homelessness on the Montreal Village, and the raging debate on kids attending drag shows.
In Spite of the Night by Sammy Volkov (Canadian)
Take the long way home by Monks On Call (Canadian)
Everygirl by Altered By Mom (Canadian)
In this week's episode Luke is joined by long-time fan of the show Alex to discuss the biggest stories of the week. Topics include the cultural divide over lgbt rights.
Music this week:
Jule York - Mr Porcelain
The Pairs - Superhuman (Canadian)
Nonarchy - Small Towns (Canadian)
In this week's show our human hosts are back on the mic. They discuss the lawsuit against the federal goverment for prohibitions on gay men donating sperm. They also cover Sydney's gay shark, and the moral question facing the queer community on whether or not to buy Hogwarts Legacy
Music :
Savage Garden: Affirmation
(Canadian) Lights: Sparky
(Canadian) Ria Mae: The Old Me
In this special episode Luke and Sebastien are replaced with AI! We interviewed Chat GPT about all things queer and AI. The voices you hear are generated by Eleven Labs, and feature AI synthesised voices.
Music this week:
Rufus Wainright - Going To A Town
Tegan and Sara - Back in your Head
Roxane Bruneau - Partout
The Radient - Clear
Jayli Wolf - Lead Me (Radio Edit)
In this week's round-up of LGBT news Luke and Sebastien discuss the changes to Canadian catholic education, Ukranian refugees, and more.
This week's episode has Luke and Sebastien discussing the constitutional crisis caused by the British government's move to block Scotish gender recognition certificates
Music This week:
throwaway year knitting
Homemaker by Fontaine
Stay Golden by ENVRI
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the British census data and what it reveals about the prevelance of queer folks, and trans people. In addition to where queer folks live in the UK.
In this special episode we quiz some of our fans on the biggest queer news stories of the past year.
Music:
Blue Star - By Sammy Volkov (Canadian)
You Gotta Be - Des'ree
Coming Down - Jackie Shane (Canadian)
September - Earth, Wind and Fire
Yma O Hyd - Dafyff Iwan
Give that wolf a banana - Subwoolfer
In this week's show the CanQueer team look into the latest news, including the changes to Dictionary.com's definition of man and woman, as well as the introduction of homophobic laws in Indonesia.
Music this week:
Homemaker by FONTINE
Your Glow by Melohalo
Behind The Christmas Lights by Madison Violet
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien spend most of their time discussing the shooting at Club Q. Also, the Best little boy in the world syndrome, and biggest LGBT stories of the day.
Episode 289
In this episode we discuss some of the latest news such as allegations of gender discrimination at Ottawa Fire Department and Boy George on reality TV. This was the fundraising episode for CIUT-FM, all of the fundraising drops were removed, and extra music added to bring it to the correct length.
Music this week
Annabelle Chvostek - The Fool
Jayli Wolf - Child of the Goverment
Mint Simon - Real Love
ENIVRI - Ego
me:she - Settle
Hyaenas - It's Not Up to Me
In this extended interview with the Colin Druhan Executive Director of Pride at Work about challanges that queer folks face in getting employed, and why it makes good business sense for business owners to welcome diverse people to their companies.
In this week's program we explore the backlash to the appointment of the designated police chief in Toronto. An officer who had been a part of the Pussy Palace raid in Toronto in 2000. Plus, other top news of the week.
In this week's program we explore the backlash to the appointment of the designated police chief in Toronto. An officer who had been a part of the Pussy Palace raid in Toronto in 2000. Plus, other top news of the week.
In this week's round-up of Queer news, Luke and Sebastien discuss the financial scandal at Moose Jaw Pride, SK, and the other top stories of the week.
In this week's round-up of Queer news, Luke and Sebastien discuss the financial scandal at Moose Jaw Pride, SK, and the other top stories of the week.
In this latest round-up of queer news Luke and Sebastien discuss a distracting teacher in Oakville, the Monkey pox and Jeffrey Dahmer.
In this latest round-up of queer news Luke and Sebastien discuss a distracting teacher in Oakville, the Monkey pox and Jeffrey Dahmer.
In this episode the CanQueer team discuss Europride and a recent Calgary court case. Followed by incredible interviews from Mark Tara the host of Rainbow Country, with interviews at TIFF for Rosie and The People's Joker.
In this episode the CanQueer team discuss Europride and a recent Calgary court case. Followed by incredible interviews from Mark Tara the host of Rainbow Country, with interviews at TIFF for Rosie and The People's Joker.
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien explore the federal government's 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan. They are also joined by a special guest Matt the GoGo dancer talking about their role in the community.
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien explore the federal government's 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan. They are also joined by a special guest Matt the GoGo dancer talking about their role in the community.
In this latest episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the US homogeny in the gay identity, in addition to top news from the week.
In this latest round up of LGBT news Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent decision between Taiwan and Interpride to cancel World Pride 2025 over a naming dispute.
In this week's program we are joined by the Executive Director of the Canadian AIDS Society to discuss the latest in HIV in Canada.
In this week's program Luke and Sebastien discuss the last minute decision by Montreal Pride to cancel the parade only hours before marchers were to set off.
In this week's program we give the latest update on Monkey Pox and discuss stealthing, Eurovision, the Anglican Church and more!
In this weeks program a conversation about the Pope gets derailed by Jeffrey, followed by Luke and Sebastien providing a round up of the latest LGBT News of the week.
In this week's program Luke and Sebastien discuss the allegations made against the Q nightclub in NYC.
This week we interview the Rainbow Railroad about their petition to the Canadian government to streamline the process of getting LGBT refugees to Canada.
In this week's episode we interview the incredibly Jeffrey Sotto who discusses the key themes in his book Moonballers: A Novel about The Invasion of a LGBTQ2+ Tennis League ... by Straight People (GAY GASP!)
Luke and Sebastien also discuss the Toronto Pride, and the attack in Oslo, Norway.
In this week's program Luke and Sebastien are joined by Tom Hooper with the latest evidence of scandal at Pride Toronto. A million dollar economic development grant, which was secured through forged signatures of the Pride Toronto Board.
Our first week Live at CIUT-FM, out of Toronto. In this week's episode we are joined by The Executive Director of Pride Toronto, Sherwin Modeste who discusses how Pride Toronto is rolling out the most events ever reaching more accessible and diverse audiences. We are also joined by Evan Matchett-Wong Program Director at Health Initiative for Men (HIM) who is launching a harm reduction program for substance use PnP & Me, a 16-week group counseling program for gay, bi, and queer men, and gender diverse people who use use stimulants in sexualized contexts
In this special episode Luke and Sebastien recap the Eurovision Song Contest, and some of the other big gay news of the week.
This episode features an interview with CBRC about their big Our Health Study with our guests Nathan Lachowsky of the University of Victoria, the Principal Investigator for this project and Research Director at CBRC and Anu Radha Verma, CBRC’s 2SLGBTQQIA+ Chronic Health Research Manager.
In this weeks show we discuss the murders in Sligo, Ireland, and responses to our inquiries about fraudulent grant applications.
Luke and Sebastien discuss what their exes might say about them, and the big gay news of the week.
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the biggest LGBT news of the week, including the confirmed LGBTQ2S Monument design, and Amazons bid to sponsor Seattle Pride.
In this weeks show we are joined by Dr Tom Hooper as we discuss even further evidence fraudulent documents from Toronto Pride.
In this weeks show we discuss the Edmonton Queer History Project, and the latest LGBT news.
In this weeks show we discuss high tea, the ongoing fight in Ukraine, and an attack on a coffee shop in Thunder Bay.
In this weeks episode we discuss the impact that the war on the Ukraine has had on LGBT folks in the country, and an interview with Mike Tattersal about male body confidence.
In this weeks show the team is joined by Josh as we discuss Pride in Person, and sexual friendships.
In this weeks round up of LGBTQ news, Luke and Sebastien kick off the discussion of the fundraiser of a dumpster dive dinner with John Waters. They also discuss TikToks deadnaming policy, and Saint John, NB Pride.
In our interview with Ottawa downtown councilor Catherine McKenney about the impacts that the illegal occupation of Ottawa's downtown core has had on the local LGBT community.
We are joined by Tom Hooper who exposed mismanagement at Pride Toronto and discuss the recent Pride Toronto AGM.
In this weeks episode we interview Marci Warhaft about coming out later in life, and Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest trouble plaguing Pride Toronto. Marci is the author of The Good Stripper: A Soccer Mom's Memoir of Lies, Loss and Lap Dances
This week Luke and Sebastien discuss a flag bearing torn down in London, ON, then a sex protest at the Acropolis.
In this first episode of the Year, Luke and Sebastien predict what GLBT news might happen this year.
In this end of year special two teams featuring friends of the show compete in a round-up of some of the biggest, and funniest LGBTQ2S stories from the past year.
This Christmas Episode we are joined by the talented Sydney Dean from Thoughts Undone counselling!
In this weeks episode we are joined by the author of the Reckless Kind, a queer themed young adult novel, and Ottawa community leader, and local estate agent Tammy Dopson.
This week we discuss the passing of the Conversion Therapy Ban by the House of Commons, before our interview with John Leschinski about where to find Canadian podcasts
We are joined by the Executive Director for the LGBT Purge Fund, as we discuss the monument designs, as well as other top news from the week.
In this weeks incredible show we have an interview with Glad Day Bookstore about their amazing new Queer Book subscription service, and Gary Lacasse of the Canadian Aids Society joins us to talk about the recent move by the Canadian Blood Service to suggest removing the gay blood ban.
This week Luke and Sebastien discuss how Vancouver is getting the Rouges back to compete in LGBT Rugby. They also chat about how Prides Can Be more environmentally friendly.
This week we cover the biggest news of the week including the major data leak on Israeli gay dating app and much more.
In this weeks show, while recovering from Halloween celebrations the team discuss the latest news, such as gay couples ousted from condos, Quebecs Trans law, and openly gay soccer players.
This week Luke and Sebastien review Canadas Drag Race Season Two, as well as PreP in Manitoba and Eurovision.
With National Coming OUT day, Luke and Sebastien look at some of the biggest news of the week.
In this weeks episode the CanQueer team interview Poppers Expert Len from the Community Based Research Center in Vancouver.
Starting with a Canadian news, Luke and Sebastien are then joined by Heather to discuss queer historical revisionism. Trans people lived 4000 years ago, or gay men in the 1200s?
The team discuss a series of news stories including homophobic violence in Europe, we also discuss Ru Pauls Drag Race, Canada.
In this weeks program we discuss the crackdown in China and LGBT folks, and representations of men they consider too sissy.
After a weekend with family, Luke and Sebastien discuss the biggest news of the week including, a recent push by Canadian Blood Services to reverse their discriminatory donation ban for men that have sex with men.
In this weeks show we have two interviews, first with HIM in BC discussing access to health. We also interview Abigail at the Saint John NB about the girls+ rock camp. Luke and Sebastien also discuss the other big news of the week.
In this episode we speak with prominent Canadian TikToker Hayden Fox, who has over 740,000 followers on TikTok about being an openly gay farmer in southern Ontario.
In this weeks show Luke interviews Bronze winning Olympians (Joey Lye & Larissa Franklin) about winning Bronze and being out in their sport. We also discuss queer trees, and alleged Grindr data leaks
This week we are joined by our special guest, Debbie Owusu-Akyeeah the Executive Director at CCGSD as we discuss their submission to the LGBT Action Plan, where the federal government can improve LGBT lives. We also discuss the biggest queer news of the week.
With our guest Rhea Rollmann from CHMR-FM, we feature an interview about access to trans healthcare in Newfoundland and Labrador, as well as in Nova Scotia. Also, Luke and Seb discuss the biggest news of the week.
This week Luke and Sebastien discuss the biggest news of the week, including conversion therapy stalling in Regina, Joe Exotic, and Montreal's re-imagining of Saint Catherine's Street.
With the closure of X-Tube Tthis week Luke and Sebastien discuss the cultural impact of pornography on gay culture. They also discuss Canadian Prides, and Hate crimes in Spain, and Hungary's homophobic law.
Luke and Sebastien discuss the uncertain future of the Conversion Therapy ban, and how its been responded to by the Canadian Conservative Party of Canada.
In this week's show we discuss the big Canadian queer news topics we've missed such as the Conversion Therapy Bill, as well as flag thefts, defaced crosswalks, and Carl Nassib's coming out in the NFL.
In this week's show we are joined by Rhea who will be talking to us about the latest decisions by Saint John's Pride, NL to ban uniformed police. Plus, we have an interview with Waataate Fobister about the LBGTQ2S Council as part of Treaty 3's governance.
In this week's show we are joined by two guests, the first is Matt from the Sport Inclusion Task Force, followed by Paul Émile d'Entremont the director behind 'Stand On The Line" .https://www.nfb.ca/film/standing-on-the-line/ https://sportinclusion.ca/
https://ca.gofundme.com/f/queerbashing-victim-toronto-healing-aid-fund
This week we are joined by Mel Woods a staff writer at Xtra! to discuss if Kink should be in pride parades. The team also discuss other Canadian queer news. Music this week from Rediisin, Suzanne Carlson, and Orville Peck.
In this week's show we discuss the LGBT acronym and development of language. We also discuss the other biggest LGBT news of the Week.
Once a year we set aside the CanCon and celebrate one of the campest competitions in the world. Eurovision! Spoiler Alert, our show discusses the winner. Also this week, Pride branded items, Cher's Biopic and much more!
This week we interview Canada's LGBT Chamber of Commerce about their upcoming business summit. www.clgcc.ca
We also discuss the election of Owen in Bangor, and John Barrowman's scandal.
In this episode we interview the Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Youth about the federal funding for the LGBT2QS Secretariat, their action plan and other support. We also interview the Canadian directors behind the must watch 'Someone Like Me' documentary film.
Music by Magdelene Baker: The Magic Bathtub, Rosita Stone: Love to the World and Mariya Stokes: Hands on my body.
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the Liberal government's plan to commit $15 million over 3 years towards LGBTQ2 projects. With a statement from Women and Gender Equality Canada. The team also discuss the Hamilton Pride Ontario Human Rights Complaint and other top LGBT news from the week.
Seb and Luke do a roundup of the latest LGBT news. They discuss the anti trans bills in the USA, as well as efforts to hold Chechyan leaders responsible for the gay purge.
This week we have an interview with Brigid of Moscow Apartment about Music Declares Emergency, an effort to pressure the government to address the climate emergency. The team also spend time reviewing the recent scathing report into Toronto Police and their failings in the Bruce McArther murders.
https://www.missingpersonsreview.ca/report-missing-and-missed
In this week's show we interview the Executive Director of Ottawa's Capital Pride. We discuss the 'We Still Demand' theme (celebrating the 50th anniversary of the We Demand protest) and what those demands are. We also discuss addressing racism, and being accessible during the pandemic.
As Lil Nas X dominates the charts, and Michelle Visage joins Steps we wanted to help boost some Canadian queer musicians, here's a selection of ones we think you'll like, and also some top news from the past week!
This week we discuss the biggest LGBT news including Alan Turing the English Mathematician who helped win the second world war being put onto the 50 pound note. We are also joined by Jess to discuss where to find gay movies.
In this week's episode we are joined by the hosts of Lesbegay as we talk about whether straight actors should play gay roles. We are also joined by Jordan Power of the Unmentionable Podcast. We also cover some of the biggest queer news from across Canada, and discuss the fallout at London Pride, UK.
In this week's show we are joined by the Executive Director of the Canadian AIDS society, Gary Lacasse, and also discuss a controversial sermon given in Regina, SK. .
In this week's show Luke and Sebastien discuss their secret cinema picks, but the heart of the show is a conversation with the hosts of LesBeGay (podcast) about the UK TV sensation 'It's A Sin'.
https://anchor.fm/lesbegay
In this week's show we discuss the biggest news of the week, with a focus on what Pride will be doing this summer.
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In this episode Sebastien interviews the talented musicians Emmet Michael about his recent release and the process of creating the track. In addition, Luke and Sebastien discuss sound permits in Vancouver, Finland being told off by the UN and good news from Jamaica.
Luke interviews the Honourable Bardish Chagger, the Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth about the the $15 million in capacity funding to LGBTQ2S Orgs. In addition Luke and Sebastien discuss Q Anon conspiracies and a school controversy in Red Deer, Alberta
In this week's episode we interview the authors of Out North: An archive of queer activism and kinship in Canada. An incredible look at the queer history and culture in Canada. In addition Luke and Sebastien discuss Chechnya and the impact of old social media posts.
With interviews with our super fans, and syndicated stations we look back at 200 episodes. Our guests include the actual Sebastien's mom! In addition to our friend of the show Jess, and Glen the Manager at CFUV-FM who syndicates the show.
In this week's show Luke has 3 interviews with Americans about the transition from Trump to Biden. Including with Nate Garner of LesBeGay, the Aunties of Minoritea and self confessed GOP member Christopher Daniels.
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This week we interview LGBT Youthline about the recent TCDSB resource scandal where they pulled the only LGBT resource. We also interview Jack Panic of St.Yesterday about the impact of COVID-19 on musicians. Luke and Seb also discuss Poppers subscriptions and Tinder scam bots.
In this week's show we discuss messy Cadbury creme eggs, the Ru Paul drag races, and the impact of Trump leaving office.
In this week's dive into queer news they discuss media attention over a redditor's query about whether or not boyfriend ASM makes him gay. We also discuss possible transphobia in Calgary, and same sex washrooms in New York state.
Join Seb and guest Jess as they compete in the BIG Gay Quiz Of The Year. The Quiz looks back at some of the biggest stories covered by the CanQueer team in 2020. This was recorded prior to the lockdown in Ontario.
In this week's episode we are lucky to have interviews with the CGLCC Canada's LGBT2S Chamber of Commerce about a new safe space program, and an interview with the Inside Out Film festival about how they adapted in 2020 to a digital event.
In this week's round up of LGBT news includes a hypocritical Hungarian politician caught compromised. We also discuss Chopin, and gay moths in Ireland.
After a short break for Luke's house move, the team discuss some good gay news that has happened in 2020.
In this week's news we discuss Derek Sloan MP raising funds off the back of Conversion Therapy, and then the biggest news about the EU's efforts to support LGBT rights.
In this week's episode we discuss the efforts in the UK to get the law to recognize same sex affairs. In addition to additional Canadian news stories.
In this week's episode we discuss the passing of Conversion Therapy Bill which would ban forcing adults and children into conversion therapy.
The team discuss the big news from Pope that he support same sex civil Unions. In addition they discuss The Amazing Randy, and an update on a Hate Preacher in Vancouver.
In this week's episode we discuss are naps manly? Are skirts discriminatory and how Russia lost another European Human Rights case.
In this week's show they discuss Hamilton's LGBT advisory committee and a recent study that found LGB people 58% more likely to have migraines
This week we discuss an effort by Borderlands Pride to ban US conversion therapy Missionaries.
We interview Councilor Catherine McKenney whose riding typically sees the Ottawa parade. We discuss the impact the festival going virtual had on the area.
In this week's episode we discuss some law and order topics, including increased rates of assault against LGBT folks. Trigger warning, discussion about sexual assault.
The team are joined by Morgane Oger as they discuss the latest hate preachers in Vancouver.
In this week's show they discuss backlash against Disney Plus, as well a virtue signal train.
In this week's show Luke and Sebastien discuss how more Pride organizations are going online, but their sound and production is in need of more work. They also discuss Pride crosswalks in Thunder Bay and Aurora, as well as the Inside Out Festival.
In this episode the team discussed the homophobic code of conducts at the Redeemer University College. In addition, they discuss the report on racism at the Canadian Museum of Human Rights
In this week's Episode Luke and Sebastien discuss Poland's LGBT Free Zones. They also discuss Pride flags, Vancouver Pride and the upcoming Census questions.
In this week's show Luke has an interview with Max Power about Drag Race Canada. Luke and Sebastien also discuss the BC CDC's latest medical advice.
In this week there's a mix of music inspired by scissor sisters to encourage people to smile and dance. The music is punctuated by good news.
In this week's show Luke interviews Davy Sabourin of the Coalition to End The Blood Ban, a skeptical Luke, asks how a national coalition of Canadian LGBT organizations will finally end the ban. Also, Luke and Sebastien discuss some good, and not so good news from the past week.
This week the team tackle the Mayor of Amaranth, ON who refused to raise the pride flag because LGBT folks don't procreate. They also look at the aftermath of the Canadian Human Rights Museum's LGBT exhibit opt-out backlash, and the Hamilton Pride case against the Hamilton Police in the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal.
In this episode we are joined by the highly talented and prominent advocate Morgane Oger (www.morganeoger.ca) as we discuss how J.K. Rowling's blog post is not only transphobic but also how it's incorrect.
See the Episode 169 for the shorter (27 min) interview, and the other stories from the week.
In this episode we are joined by the highly talented and prominent advocate Morgane Oger (www.morganeoger.ca) as we discuss how J.K. Rowling's blog post is not only transphobic but also how it's incorrect.
The team kick off with good news about how Canadian Prides are adapting under COVID-19. They then discuss the independent report into the Hamilton Police handling of the 2019 Pride Protesters which Luke described as a comedy of errors.
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien take a look at the unfolding protests against racism and discuss the impact, and connections to the LGBT community. They also discuss Hamilton Police's response to the pride protests in 2019, and the Catholic School Board's response to pride flags in Ontario.
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien interview Douglas Judson the co-founder of Borderland Pride about the decision by Emo town council to vote against June being Pride month, after 2 years of recognizing the event. Also, they interview the talented Max Collins of the Dragged Out podcast to discuss drag culture in Vancouver
Links:
https://www.draggedoutpodcast.com/
https://www.borderlandpride.org/single-post/2020/05/12/Emo-town-council-rejects-Pride-proclamation
Emo Town Council Meeting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bU5pFtXRZc&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR2HixZGw7kzE0dVSuCuBYLdSeen04fcVS8ALb9TO4QbfZWClJgZ01LFFZg&t=887s
Edited Resolution: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10RGP5PJ8kqxHtWUuM5XcMJ7JNNqOTcBm/view?fbclid=IwAR30JHbp2RGreEWDEewl6lXtqYz2yp-1ume-9qe6WhJqmVeLdix3w-JcV1k
In this week's show Luke and Sebastien interview gay country singer Drake Jenson about his brand new track Burn the Floor plus topical news!
In this week's show Luke and Sebastien discuss the big news of the week including the outbreak of COVID-19 at a South Korea gay nightclub, Drag Race Canada, and how pro gay cities have better economies.
In this wee's show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news including concern in LGBT media about the appearance of COVID in Semen.
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss how the COVID-19 Crisis continues to impact LGBT across Canada.
In this episode Luke and Sebastien are remote, but an interview with Gary Lacasse the Executive Director of the Canadian AIDS Society brought them together. We discussed the blood ban, and how people with HIV are affected by the COVID crisis.
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the different ways that communities have come together online to create shared online community.
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss some of the LGBT news that has emerged. Including the recent death of Gilbert Baker the creator of the Pride flag. They also interview a local LGBT store to discuss the ripple effect of COVID-19 on their store and wider community.
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In this episode Luke and Sebastien take a look at Global Pride going Digital, and quarantined straight guys thinking they might be gay in lockdown.
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien bring more percussion to the music choices as they look at the latest impacts of COVID-19 on GLBT news across the country and internationally.
Episode 156: The CanQueer team bring you the latest LGBT news Description: As the team recovers from the shock of Eurovision being cancelled, they bring the latest LGBT news
This week's episode had some technical issues which we've reviewed. We identified that the recording used an incorrect mic set up. In this episode we discuss more ways that COVID 19 has impacted LGBT folks, and the Conversion Therapy bill introduced at Parliament.
In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss a number of topics ranging from using condoms to keep fingers free of COVID-19 to the 20$ million for the LGBT Capacity Fund
In this episode we are joined by the incredibly talented Drake Jensen, the Ottawa based country artist. They discuss the Coronovirus's impact on Eurovision, creating music and mental health.
In this week's show Luke and Sebastien discuss the Edmonton Police, The Trans Gene, the homophobic graffiti in Regina and the Boy scouts of America Bankruptcy.