Friend, foe, or messy ex, what’s psychiatry’s role in queer lives? This week, we sit down with Dr. June Lam, psychiatrist and trans healthcare expert, to tackle mental health disparities, navigating family drama, unpacking shame, and surviving the holidays. Plus, we dive into the politics of medical transitions, debunk “fast-tracking” myths, and confront detransition discourse with science (and sass). Whether you’re queer, questioning, or just chronically anxious, this episode’s here to hold your glittery, overwhelmed hand.

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02:52 Why is queer mental health worse?
05:34 Is therapy and medication the solution?
12:58 tips on managing anxiety
16:05 Boundaries aren't one size fits all
22:19 Supporting someone who is struggling
27:43 What is CBT and DBT?
40:01 Free or low cost therapy
44:14 The role of psychiatry in medical transitions
54:16 Are you ready to transition?
59:39 Are youth fast-tracked into transition?
01:06:01 Regretting transitioning
01:12:39 Delaying Transitioning

Why are bisexual men the invisible icons of the LGBTQ+ community? In this episode, we’re joined by the fabulous Brock Boyne (they/he), a horticulturist-turned-bisexual icon, as we dig into the stigma, stereotypes, and societal pressures keeping bi men in the shadows. From first queer flirts to the intersection of masculinity, race, and fluidity, we explore what it really means to embrace bisexuality in a world that loves to keep men in boxes.

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00:00 Overview
02:28 First bisexual experience
05:40 straight men flirt with each other?
08:47 what held you back from embracing bisexuality?
14:04 What made you want to be out?
15:53 Signs you aren't straight
17:37 Overcoming toxic masculinity
21:57 Navigating queer spaces
31:27 Same-sex flirting and hookups
36:09 Getting in touch with the feminine side
40:53 Why are bisexual men in the closet?
47:27 Is there exclusion in the queer community?
50:30 Advice for bisexual men

What if love and attraction aren't the same thing at all? In this episode, we’re joined by Cody Daigle-Orians, aka Ace Dad Advice, an asexuality educator, influencer, and author who’s here to help us break down asexual and aromantic identities with humor and heart. From discovering your ace identity to navigating relationships outside society's romantic and sexual norms, Cody offers insights, ally tips, and myths debunked.

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02:19 How did you discover asexuality?
07:32 What does it mean to be asexual/aromantic?
09:48 What are the sub-categories of ace/aro
16:51 What are the signs you might be ace/aro
19:38 What is compulsory sexuality and amatonormativity?
23:50 Asexual or just low libito?
27:12 Common misconceptions
31:34 What can ace/aro teach us?
37:10 Relationships & sex
44:39 Queer platonic relationships
49:21 Managing partner expectations
52:02 Key to successful relationships
54:24 Advice for youth
01:00:55 Marginalization of ace/aro people
01:08:44 Health disparities for ace/aro folks
01:13:46 How can we be better allies?

The nitty-gritty of surrogacy—how it works, why it matters, and what the queer community needs to know. We’re joined by Nici, co-founder of Hive Surrogacy, who’s here to speak on queer birthing, the dark side of the global surrogacy industry, and what it’s like to be a surrogate herself. Is surrogacy empowering, exploitative, or a little bit of both? Let’s talk ethical baby-making, power dynamics, and why surrogates deserve way more credit (and probably cash).

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00:00 Overview
01:11 The role of a surrogacy agency
02:35 Who seeks surrogacy?
06:10 What's the surrogacy process?
13:03 Traditional vs Gestational surrogacy
15:05 How much does surrogacy cost?
22:05 Is exploitation a concern?
31:21 Can surrogacy be unethical?
34:35 Why not just adopt?
41:14 The good and bad of surrogacy
49:11 What makes a good surrogate?
1:00:33 Do surrogacy babies suffer trauma?
1:05:48 What supports do surrogates need?
1:07:27 Bonus audience question
1:09:02 Advice for couples seeking surrogacy

Humanity’s oldest, most suppressed queer identities, 2-Spirit. Tiktok star Chelazon Leroux and actor/model Haley Robinson tear open the wounds of colonial erasure and reclaim the beauty of being both Indigenous and Queer. From navigating intergenerational trauma to confronting settler microaggressions, they expose the raw truth about what it means to exist at the intersection of queerness and indigeneity. This isn’t just a conversation, it’s a call to unlearn everything you think you know about queer history.

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02:41 Growing up Indigenous
10:56 What is 2-spirit?
16:02 Is 2-spirit accepted in communities?
23:33 Being 2-spirit AND queer
27:36 Indigenous culture
32:21 Colonial and religious indoctrination
37:45 What intergenerational trauma destroys
41:50 long lasting impacts of trauma
51:12 How the government is at play
56:38 on reserve vs off reserve
01:05:58 microaggressions you might be using

Transvestigation conspiracy theories are targeting women athletes. Are trans athletes really threatening fairness in sports, or is this just another excuse for exclusion? We’re joined by pro-athlete and gender nerd Tyra Blizzard to break down the myths, misinformation, and the shady politics behind it all. From Olympic scandals to TERFs being TERFs, we’re here to give you the tea on trans participation in sports and why it matters.

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What happens when your home turns hostile? We dive deep into the raw realities of LGBTQI+ refugees with activist Latoya Nugent, who fled Jamaica with the help of Rainbow Railroad. From persecution to queer liberation, learn about the global trends in anti-LGBTQI+ violence, how resettlement systems are failing refugees, and what it’s like to ‘prove’ you’re queer enough to escape.

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Was it agriculture, capitalism, or the patriarchy that pushed us into "pair bonding"? Are humans actually wired to stay faithful, or is cheating in our genes? We'll dissect scientific theories, challenge old-school narratives, and maybe even giggle a little about group sex and jealousy. Whether you’re team monogamy or polyamory curious, this episode is your ticket to understanding the wild, wonderful world of human connection. Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about love and human nature.

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