Homo Sapiens

Spirit Studios & Christopher Sweeney

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The world from a Queer perspective: Conversations, stories and a good old laugh with LGBTQ+ icons, allies and of course, our lovely listeners. Come and join the Homo Sapiens family with new episodes every Thursday - the more the merrier!

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278: Hannah Gadsby's Gender Agenda | Part 2

This week, we are joined by the hilariously funny actor and comedian, Hannah Gadsby. Hannah's new Netflix special was released earlier this month. showcases some of the best gender queer comedy from around the world and features topics such as top surgery, misgendering and the effects of testosterone. Hannah sat down to tell us all about how they curated the line up and why stage time isn't always safe time for gender queer comedians. Plus, they tell us why they caused a stir on Instagram. 📍Homo Sapiens is going on a break from now until the autumn, but please keep in touch! 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

17m
Mar 28, 2024
278: Hannah Gadsby's Gender Agenda | Part 1

This week, we are joined by the hilariously funny actor and comedian, Hannah Gadsby. Hannah's new Netflix special was released earlier this month. showcases some of the best gender queer comedy from around the world and features comedians discussing topics such as top surgery, misgendering and the effects of testosterone. Hannah sat down to tell us all about how they curated the line up and why stage time isn't always safe time for gender queer comedians. Plus, they tell us why they caused a stir on Instagram. 📍Homo Sapiens is going on a break from now until the autumn, but please keep in touch! 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

23m
Mar 28, 2024
277: The T is for Try Me, B*tch! With Charlie Craggs | Part 1

*TRIGGER WARNING*: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS DISCUSSIONS AROUND SUICIDE AND RAPE. This week, we are joined by the incredible Charlie Craggs. Charlie is an author, actress and the brains behind campaigns such as Nail Transphobia and Charlie's Self Defence Angels. https://charliesselfdefenceangels.com/ More recently, she was in the press after being denied hormones by her new GP after moving out of London after a transphobic attack. We sat down to discuss all of this and more. Charlie is a true trailblazer for the trans community, so make sure you don't miss this one! https://www.samaritans.org/ https://www.sarsas.org.uk/ 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

21m
Mar 21, 2024
277: The T is for Try Me, B*tch! With Charlie Craggs | Part 2

*TRIGGER WARNING*: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS DISCUSSIONS AROUND SUICIDE AND RAPE.* This week, we are joined by the incredible Charlie Craggs. Charlie is an author, actress and the brains behind campaigns such as Nail Transphobia and Charlie's Self Defence Angels. https://charliesselfdefenceangels.com/ More recently, she was in the press after being denied hormones by her new GP after moving out of London after a transphobic attack. We sat down to discuss all of this and more. Charlie is a true trailblazer for the trans community, so make sure you don't miss this one! https://www.samaritans.org/ https://www.sarsas.org.uk/ 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

19m
Mar 21, 2024
Culture Club: BFI Flare LGBTQIA+ Film Festival feat. Elliot Page + more!

This year marks the 38th BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival and to celebrate we are coming from you live from the red carpet! We were lucky enough to chat to some of the amazing queer talent being showcased at this year's festival. We spoke to writer and director of opening night film Amrou Al-Kadhi, as well as cast Bilal Hasna and Louis Greatorex. We also caught up with Elliot Page, star and producer of his co-star Hilary Baach and director Dominic Savage. 38TH BFI FLARE: LONDON LGBTQIA+ FILM FESTIVAL 2024 IS RUNNING NOW UNTIL 24 MARCH AT BFI SOUTHBANK AND ON BFI PLAYER. 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

11m
Mar 20, 2024
276: Layton Williams | Part 2

Will we be seeing the return of Layton Williams to the stage soon? This week, we are absolutely thrilled to be joined by the wonderful star of hit West End shows like Layton joined us for a lovely chat about his stellar career and why people shouldn't just see him in one light: as a stage star. We find out how he deals with headlines, where he likes to hang out in Soho and the most embarrassing thing to ever happen to him on stage. Plus, the real reason he HARD launched his relationship. 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

18m
Mar 14, 2024
276: Layton Williams | Part 1

Will we be seeing the return of Layton Williams to the stage soon? This week, we are absolutely thrilled to be joined by the wonderful star of hit West End shows like Layton joined us for a lovely chat about his stellar career and why people shouldn't just see him in one light: as a stage star. We find out how he deals with headlines, where he likes to hang out in Soho and the most embarrassing thing to ever happen to him on stage. Plus, the real reason he HARD launched his relationship. 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

23m
Mar 14, 2024
275: Like Minded Homos Live Show | Part 2

What is an AGM (Annual Gay Meeting)? And what is queer culture?! These are all important questions that we discussed with Tom Allen and Suzi Ruffell at our Like Minded Homos live show last week. Now we wanted to share it with our lovely listeners who couldn't make it down so you didn't miss out on any of the fun. Part 1 of the Like Minded Homos live show can be found here, https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/like-minded-homos-live-show-part-1/id1049741444?i=1000648149581so if you want to listen to the full thing, you'll have to hurry on over to the Like Minded Friends feed, and join us back over here for Part 2! 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

1h 7m
Mar 07, 2024
274: Culture Club: Revolutionary Acts - Love & Brotherhood in Black Gay Britain with Jason Okundaye

Have you heard any good gossip lately? Our guest for today's Culure Club episode certainly has! We are joined by writer Jason Okundaye, who has written for publications such as and Speaking in LGBT History Month, he tells us all about his debut book His book shines a light on a part of history that is glossed over massively, a compilation of memories of the men that he spoke to. Make sure you grab yourselves a copy! 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

20m
Mar 05, 2024
273: Heartstopper creator Alice Oseman

*WARNING* This episode contains spoilers for Volume 5. Did Alice set out for to be a happy love story? Will Volume 6 be the last instalment in the series? These are all burning questions we couldn't wait to ask Alice Oseman, the brains behind graphic novel series The books are a worldwide phenomenon as well as a smash-hit Netflix series, and the latest instalment is no different. Alice tells us all about Volume 5 and the importance of themes within it and also discusses channeling personal experiences while writing about asexuality. Do you want a read along when the long awaited final instalment Volume 6 comes out?! Let us know! 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

26m
Feb 29, 2024
Weekend Special: Crystal's libel case victory against Laurence Fox

You may know Crystal from the very first series of However, the Canadian drag queen has been in the news recently for another reason: making LGBT history by taking on Laurence Fox for deformation, and winning. Crystal takes us through the complexities of the past 3 and a half years, from Laurence Fox calling them a pedophile on Twitter to winning their libel case on all counts. Plus, Crystal tells us about iconic Elle Woods look. This is a truly empowering story about the importance of sticking up for yourself. 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

30m
Feb 24, 2024
272: LGBT History Month Special with Lisa Power, co-founder of Stonewall | Part 2

What was it like being LGBT+ in Britain under Section 28? This week, in honour of LGBT+ History month, we are joined by a true trailblazer, the matriarch of LGBT+ activism, Lisa Power MBE. Lisa is a pillar of our queer history and was a force for change during this time. We have an incredibly insightful chat about her phenomenal career, from volunteering at Switchboard to co-founding The Pink Paper and Stonewall. We discuss some of your memories of Section 28 and Lisa tells us at which ICONIC actors house Stonewall was formed. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

16m
Feb 22, 2024
272: LGBT+ History Month Special with Lisa Power, co-founder of Stonewall | Part 1

What was it like being LGBT+ in Britain under Section 28? This week, in honour of LGBT+ History month, we are joined by a true trailblazer, the matriarch of LGBT+ activism, Lisa Power MBE. Lisa is a pillar of our queer history and was a force for change during this time. We have an incredibly insightful chat about her phenomenal career, from volunteering at Switchboard to co-founding The Pink Paper and Stonewall. We discuss some of your memories of Section 28 and Lisa tells us at which ICONIC actors house Stonewall was formed. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

21m
Feb 22, 2024
271: Ginger Johnson | Part 2

Exactly how long does it take the reigning Queen of to get into drag?! Today we are honoured to be joined by royalty at HS towers! Welcome self-proclaimed silly sausage, Ginger Johnson. From growing up in rural County Durham with no real queer influences to winning the biggest drag competition on earth, Ginger chats to us about what she has been up to post-drag race and reminisces on her career before her big win. We chat all about fame and mental health plus Ginger reveals what people shout at her in the streets. Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

22m
Feb 15, 2024
271: Ginger Johnson | Part 1

Exactly how long does it take the reigning Queen of to get into drag?! Today we are honoured to be joined by royalty at HS towers! Welcome self-proclaimed silly sausage, Ginger Johnson. From growing up in rural County Durham with no real queer influences to winning the biggest drag competition on earth, Ginger chats to us about what she has been up to post-drag race and reminisces on her career before her big win. We chat all about fame and mental health plus Ginger reveals what people shout at her in the streets. Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

22m
Feb 15, 2024
LGBT History Month: The Pink Pound

Exactly is The Pink Pound and how does it give us an insight into queer history? Well listeners, to celebrate LGBT history month, we have a lovely little clip from when Director of Goldsmiths’ Centre for Queer History Dr Justin Bengry joined us. In this snippet, Justin explains the fascinating history behind the Pink Pound, where the term originated and why it's not just about scented candles. 📍Go back and listen to the full episode with Justin here. https://shows.acast.com/homosapiens/episodes/164-the-pink-pound-with-justin-bengry-part-1 📍Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

12m
Feb 12, 2024
270: Henry Holland | Part 2

How does Henry Holland get his iconic quiff?! And how does he stay relentlessly positive? These are just some of the questions we ask the legendary designer on today's episode of the pod. We chat to Henry all about his incredible career, from creating aged just 22, to his decision to sell his business and venture into a new domain: pottery. Plus, what's the weirdest collab he's been asked to do and which boy band did he lose out to? Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

19m
Feb 08, 2024
270: Henry Holland | Part 1

How does Henry Holland get his iconic quiff?! And how does he stay relentlessly positive? These are just some of the questions we ask the legendary designer on today's episode of the pod. We chat to Henry all about his incredible career, from creating aged just 22, to his decision to sell his business and venture into a new domain: pottery. Plus, what's the weirdest collab he's been asked to do and which boy band did he lose out to? Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

23m
Feb 08, 2024
269: Harris Reed | Part 2

What do Sam Smith, Adele, Mariah Carey and Beyoncé all have in common? They’ve all been dressed by the creative genius that is Harris Reed. Harris has designed for all of the biggest LGBTQ+ icons in the world and is an ultimate trailblazer for gender fluidity. The day his tutors told him he would never be a successful designer was the day he was given the call-up to dress the one and only Harry Styles. In this episode we discuss Harris’s journey with gender identity, including moving 27 times as a child in order to find a safe haven. Harris is truly inspirational, so this is not one to miss. Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

24m
Feb 01, 2024
269: Harris Reed | Part 1

What do Sam Smith, Adele, Mariah Carey and Beyoncé all have in common? They’ve all been dressed by the creative genius that is Harris Reed. Harris has designed for all of the biggest LGBTQ+ icons in the world and is an ultimate trailblazer for gender fluidity. The day his tutors told him he would never be a successful designer was the day he was given the call-up to dress the one and only Harry Styles. In this episode we discuss Harris’s journey with gender identity, including moving 27 times as a child in order to find a safe haven. Harris is truly inspirational, so this is not one to miss. Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

31m
Feb 01, 2024
268: Culture Club: LGBTQ+ Poetry with Otamere Guobadia

Listeners- why not add some queer poetry to your reading lists this January? Today we are thrilled to be joined by writer, journalist and model Otamere Guobadia. He is a regular contributor for the likes of Vogue and The Guardian, with his writing striking at the heart of issues that we battle with in every day life and within the LGBTQ+ community. Most excitingly, he’s published his debut poetry collection - Unutterable Visions, Perishable Breath'- it’s a beautiful exploration of queer love and desire - and in Otamere’s words, helping us to understand and process ‘the things we can’t define’.  Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

25m
Jan 30, 2024
267: Jack Rooke, creator of Big Boys | Part 2

Today we are channelling The Traitors as comedian and writer Jack Rooke joins us at the Homo Sapiens round-table. Jack is the creator of the award-winning Channel 4 sitcom Big Boys. Series 2 has just launched with 5-star reviews across the board. He joined us to talk about his anxieties around the much anticipated follow-up, that infamous Glory Hole Scene and how he translated grief from his own life on screen. Plus, is Jack the gay princess Diana? Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

31m
Jan 25, 2024
267: Jack Rooke, creator of Big Boys | Part 1

Today we are channelling The Traitors as comedian and writer Jack Rooke joins us at the Homo Sapiens round-table. Jack is the creator of the award-winning Channel 4 sitcom Big Boys. Series 2 has just launched with 5-star reviews across the board. He joined us to talk about his anxieties around the much anticipated follow-up, that infamous Glory Hole Scene and how he translated grief from his own life on screen. Plus, is Jack the gay princess Diana? Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

27m
Jan 25, 2024
265: All of Us Strangers Special: Andrew Scott & Andrew Haigh

Today we are joined by not one but TWO Hollywood superstars!! Fresh from ‘a dirty gay sweep’ at awards season, we are thrilled to be joined by Andrew Scott and Andrew Haigh, the masterminds behind the film All of Us Strangers. It is a beautiful film about family, love and loneliness for LGBTQ+ people, and today we discuss their coming out stories, and their ever-expanding queer friendship circles. Plus, tune in for Andrew Scott’s gay bay recommendations!  is out in the cinema 26th January. Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

26m
Jan 18, 2024
264: Health, fitness and body confidence for GBTQ+ people | Part 2

12% of all gym sign-ups happen in January, but what is unique about health and fitness for the queer community? Body confidence, body image, and the gym itself can be a thorny topic for LGBTQ+ people. Today we are joined by Matt Boyles, who specialises in helping gay, bisexual and trans men to improve their relationship with exercise! It’s a brilliant episode about broadening your fitness goals beyond physical changes and understanding how gay shame can present itself in a fitness environment. Prepare to be inspired and see y’all in the gym! LGBTQ+ TRAINERS AND FITNESS RECOMMENDATIONS https://www.transcansport.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/transcansport - An organisation in Brighton offering a wide range of sports, activities and support, especially for trans and non-binary people https://www.sambarneslifestyle.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/sambarneslifestyle - Sam Barnes is an online coach specialising in working with trans people https://www.instagram.com/yourcoachgrace/ -Grace Smith is LGBTQ+ and an online and in-person trainer. Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

17m
Jan 11, 2024
264: Health, fitness and body confidence for GBTQ+ people | Part 1

12% of all gym sign-ups happen in January, but what is unique about health and fitness for the queer community? Body confidence, body image, and the gym itself can be a thorny topic for LGBTQ+ people. Today we are joined by Matt Boyles, who specialises in helping gay, bisexual and trans men to improve their relationship with exercise! It’s a brilliant episode about broadening your fitness goals beyond physical changes and understanding how gay shame can present itself in a fitness environment. Prepare to be inspired and see y’all in the gym! LGBTQ+ TRAINERS AND FITNESS RECOMMENDATIONS https://www.transcansport.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/transcansport - An organisation in Brighton offering a wide range of sports, activities and support, especially for trans and non-binary people https://www.sambarneslifestyle.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/sambarneslifestyle - Sam Barnes is an online coach specialising in working with trans people https://www.instagram.com/yourcoachgrace/ -Grace Smith is LGBTQ+ and an online and in-person trainer. Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

20m
Jan 11, 2024
Dry January: What are the benefits for LGBTQ+ people?

Dry January: Who's doing it, who's lasting the distance, who's ditched it, what are the benefits and what does it mean for LGBTQ+ people? Here is a snippet of our conversation with alcohol and addiction expert Toni Hogg. Listen to the full episode here https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825?i=1000547747146.  Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

13m
Jan 09, 2024
263: Your Sex and Relationship Dilemmas answered with Cody Rigsby | Part 2

Is sex BEFORE a date the best policy? Should we ban uploading old photos on Grindr profiles? And why is tactful pettiness important? Today we are bringing in the new year in style with one of the world’s most famous fitness faces - Cody Rigsby. Cody shot to fame as a result of his world-famous Peloton classes which combine unbelievable pop music with beaming advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. Identifying as an ‘opinionated homosexual’, Cody has also become world-famous for his no-nonsense life advice- from sex to relationships to red flags. Tune in as he helps answer our listeners’ sex and relationship dilemmas. It’s a hoot! You can purchase Cody's book XOXO Cody here https://www.waterstones.com/book/xoxo-cody/cody-rigsby/9781408748145. Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

23m
Jan 04, 2024
263: Your Sex and Relationship Dilemmas answered with Cody Rigsby | Part 1

Is sex BEFORE a date the best policy? Should we ban uploading old photos on Grindr profiles? And why is tactful pettiness important? Today we are bringing in the new year in style with one of the world’s most famous fitness faces - Cody Rigsby. Cody shot to fame as a result of his world-famous Peloton classes which combine unbelievable pop music with beaming advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. Identifying as an ‘opinionated homosexual’, Cody has also become world-famous for his no-nonsense life advice- from sex to relationships to red flags. Tune in as he helps answer our listeners’ sex and relationship dilemmas. It’s a hoot! You can purchase Cody's book XOXO Cody here https://www.waterstones.com/book/xoxo-cody/cody-rigsby/9781408748145. Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here https://www.tickettext.co.uk/N7uDmiep9t. 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BdBfTC9sKZTTH7xdHFCdZ?si=2ed73870d86c4916 📍Subscribe here for ad free listening https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

29m
Jan 04, 2024
Culture Club: The Closet: how clothes provide a lens into queerness | Part 2

Did you have a favorite item of clothing during your childhood? Clothes, what we wear and why we wear them provide a lens into so many aspects of queerness. Our guest today, editorial director of Soho House, Teo van den Broeke, has written a beautiful memoir called ‘Closet’ about exactly this. There are brilliant stories of the realities of being in the Closet in the nineties, from MSN accounts entitled ‘ILoveWomen87’ to errors with concealing your internet search history on the family computer- it’s a coming of age story like no other and you're going to LOVE it! You can buy a copy of the closet here https://www.queerlit.co.uk/products/the-closet. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

19m
Dec 28, 2023