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Sensitive Matters is a podcast that features gentle conversations on sensitive, important matters such as mental health, conscious consumerism, sexuality, spirituality, ethical business, and more. The conversations are hosted by Christina Zipperlen a highly sensitive person, the founder & designer of the Bali-based jewelry brand Ananda Soul, psychology student, and mental health & LGBTQAI+ advocate. Join her as she brings other empaths, perceptive people, creatives, unique projects, and sens ...
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Doctor Who: The Web Of Queer

Ian, Jessica, Josh, Mikayla, Stephen

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A Doctor Who podcast from the perspective of gay, bisexual, asexual, aromantic and transgender fans of Doctor Who. Reviews of new and classic stories, as well as spin-offs, Big Finish audios, books and anything else we want to bring an LGBTQIA perspective to. Regular discussions of queer topics and representation through the lens of Doctor Who, sci-fi/fantasy and television writing.
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Affairs Of The Heart

SoDebNair, DewayneQ, EzSaidEzDone

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A podcast hosted by @SoDebNair, EzSaidEzDone, &@DewayneQ that tackles relationships for the LGBTQAI+ community through the lens of 2 gay men. New episodes every Wednesday follow us on IG @TheAffairsOfTheHeart. Check out our website for more in formation www.SoDebNair.com
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CHEcast

Steve & Eddie

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CHEcast is a program of the Center for Health Empowerment, a nonprofit sexual health clinic that provides HIV prevention services, including PrEP and PEP, HIV testing and care and STI testing and treatment to our community at little to no cost. We specialize in providing care to people of color and other marginalized communities. We have clinics in both Austin and Dallas and offer convenient telehealth services across Texas. Visit us online at checlinic.org to book an appointment today.
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The Trapezoid...the show that covers almost everything! Emphasis on almost. In each episode, I (a black, asexual, bigender male) cover four topics ranging from the Lgbtqai+ community to mental health. Come and listen to a hot mess unfold! New episodes come out every Friday. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetrapezoid/support
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How do you learn a new language? You start with the alphabet! The ABCD of it all. Two blokes - Farhad Karkaria and Sunetro Lahiri will do exactly that, trying to learn, unravel, uncover and discover a little more about being queer in today's day and age. What's in store? Some laughter, flubs and hearty moments. Tune in to discover the dictionary of all things in life from a queer perspective on GayBCD! New episodes out every Tuesday, starting 24th September.
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A Queer Understanding

Dr. Angelica & Cassy Thompson

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Weekly conversations about all things queer. A space for members of the LGBTQIA+ community to share our stories, struggles, and triumphs, and talk about how we're breaking glass ceilings and making an impact on society.
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After a long hiatus, or in other words – pregnancy, birth and new motherhood – our Sensitive Matters podcast is finally back! We begin this new chapter with a unique episode: a heart-to-heart conversation with my best friend Emily Kuser. Emily is a yoga and embodiment teacher who currently lives in Bali and had a baby two months before my daughter …
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Can a life-changing health scare lead to a flourishing jewelry business? Discover the remarkable journey of Jamal Wesley, who turned a crisis into a beacon of inclusivity and self-expression. With a 15-year background in the insurance industry, Jamal's pivot to creating a jewelry line that celebrates love and the LGBTQIA+ community is nothing short…
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Matthew Reeves, a licensed professional counselor and nationally certified rehabilitation counselor, shares his powerful journey from a conservative upbringing to becoming the owner of Integral Mental Health Services. As a gay cis man who is legally blind, Matthew offers a unique lens on the mental health challenges within the LGBTQAI+ and disabili…
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What motivates someone to dedicate their life to LGBTQ+ activism and public service? Join us as we sit down with Vic Basile, a pioneering leader in the LGBTQ community, to unpack his extraordinary journey, from his early days as a VISTA volunteer to becoming the first executive director of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC). Vic shares the motivations…
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What happens when a pioneering dance hall/hip-hop artist decides to challenge the status quo of a traditionally homophobic genre? Join us as Lexxicon shares his daring journey to create an inclusive space in dance hall music with his hit single "Batty Man Party." Batty Man Party (Official Music Video) https://www.lexxiconofficial.com/ Linktr.ee IG …
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Have you ever held something in your hands that felt like a piece of you, a symbol of your journey and identity? Braxton Fleming, CEO of Stealth Bros & Co., joins us with an inspiring tale of how a search for dignified medical storage became a beacon for underrepresented communities. Embarking on a path less traveled, Braxton transformed his need f…
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Marriage is not without its challenges, and this heart-to-heart with Rahim Thayer peels back the layers of emotions that often underpin our actions and reactions within our most intimate relationships. We look into how our childhood experiences with family can cast long shadows over our adult lives, especially in how we form and enforce boundaries …
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Navigating the inaugural year of marriage is no small feat, and Cassy and I are thrilled to share our journey with you, alongside the insights of Rahim Thawer, a social worker and psychotherapist who's no stranger to the dance of queer partnerships. Season 5 opens up with the lush tale of our dreamy beach wedding, the leaps we've taken in our caree…
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Having existed in this world in the last few years meant having subscribed to wobbly, bumpy and often times weird tides of life, whether we wanted it or not. Collective changes, personal challenges, triggers and displaced nervous systems were felt and experienced on many levels. But there was also a lot of positive outcome. It is what life does. Th…
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In October we launched a new podcast mini series HER STORIES – Life in a female body. Our first episode was with Emily Kuser in which we explored the experience of living and growing a new life in a pregnant body. Our second episode featured 68 year old Soma Temple and her story of how she moved through the ages. Bodies come in many shapes, sizes, …
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I put this meditation together as a gift for those of you who wish to find ways to feel into their hearts, to live, speak and act from this place and to curiously explore the pathways within and around it. The world can be a busy and hectic place. Especially shortly before the Holiday season, especially on Black Friday. Many seek to claim your atte…
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Last week we launched our new podcast mini series HER STORIES – Life in a female body. Our first episode was with Emily Kuser in which we explored the experience of living and growing a new life in a pregnant body. Bodies come in many shapes, sizes, ages and stages of health. As humans and almost on a daily basis, we are exposed to standardized per…
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Have you ever pondered on the revolutionary innovations taking place within the LGBT community? Join us, as we dive into an insightful conversation with our guest Glenise, the ingenious mind behind SkiiMoo Tech. SkiiMoo Tech is a game-changer; designing products that cater specifically to the LGBT community and addressing gaps in the market. We kic…
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Rahim, known for his dedicated work with communities he resonates with, initiates a riveting dialogue about how the evolution and interpretations of religious practices and sexuality can often disempower individuals. As we navigate deeper, we also delve into the cycle of guilt and shame that accompanies drastic life changes and the essence of open …
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Bodies come in many shapes, sizes, ages and stages of health. As humans and almost on a daily basis, we are exposed to standardized perceptions of what a beautiful, strong and healthy body and their features should look and feel like. We meet peer judgement, silent judgement and our own self-talk, oftentimes without even asking where these ways of …
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Get ready for a deep and inspiring conversation with Godfrey Riddle, the powerhouse behind Civic Saint, a trailblazing social protest brand that aims to revolutionize affordable housing and community living. We'll journey through Godfrey's personal struggles, shedding light on his resilience in the face of adversity and his ambition to create posit…
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Imagine the grit it takes to stand as the only out transgender person working at the Florida State Capitol. Our guest, Eleanor McDonald, has dared to challenge the status quo & fight for the rights of her community within the corridors of power. She has not only weathered the storm but also managed to thrive in the conservative landscape of Florida…
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Picture this: growing up as a queer individual in a small Caribbean country, grappling to understand your identity amidst microaggressions and societal norms. With us today is the remarkable Dr. Kellon Bubb, climate change researcher, LGBTQ+ advocate, and academic who shares his captivating journey of overcoming discrimination and the triumphs of f…
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What happens when a seasoned activist and advocate for trans rights shares their journey? Lee Blinder, a passionate voice for the LGBTQIA+ community in Maryland, joins us to unfold their incredible story, deeply rooted in their personal experiences and unwavering spirit. As we traverse the intricate landscape of sex, gender, faith, trauma, and libe…
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Quinton Reynolds, founder of Game-Changing Men, discusses his work with the trans community addressing toxic masculinities and promoting the health and wellness of communities of color. Quinton discusses transitioning while incarcerated & overcoming some of his own stigmas to build a life with his wife, who is also trans. Contact the hosts of A Que…
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Welcome to the newest episode of Sensitive Matters. This time we are taking a dive deep into the mysterious and fascinating world of mythology together with the wonderful Chris Skidmore, a therapist registered with the psychotherapy and counselling foundation of Australia. Chris is also a biodynamic craniosacral therapist and has been a practicing …
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Dr. Davis Brown discusses his work facilitating equity in the workplace, as well as his groundbreaking book, The Souls of Queer Folk: How Understanding LGBTQ+ Cultural Values Can Transform Your Leadership Practice, where he discusses how the values and norms of the LGBTQ+ community can serve as the foundation for transformative leadership. Contact …
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Hear our conversation with our friend, Raka, as she helps us navigate telling the story of our journey to finding love with each other. Contact the hosts of A Queer Understanding [email protected] https://www.aqueerunderstanding.com/ Like, subscribe, & follow FB @aqueerunderstanding IG @aqueerunderstanding Twitter @QueerUnderstand…
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Within us resides a collection of tales and stories – a wisdom passed on through generations a long, long time ago. You are invited to join me in a 10 minute meditation to come to meet tales, wonders and magic that have always already been residing within you, but might have not been accessible to you. You will be guided to listen to the wonders an…
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Inspired by the celebration of Earth Day last week, we wanted to speak to the idea of acknowledging and honoring Mother Earth as the nurturer and bearer of all life. Earth Day is a day that celebrates and honors our planet. It brings light to the efforts and the achievements of the global environmental movement and raises awareness of the need to p…
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Sunny shares information on his new, innovative podcast on climate change, gender identity and sexuality, and the obstacles he's faced as a trans man. https://www.sunnydrake.com/climatechangeandothersmalltalk https://www.sunnydrake.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sunny_drake/ https://www.facebook.com/sunnydrake.creations Contact the hosts of A Queer…
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We are incredibly honored to speak with Nancy Aronie on the 23rd episode of our Sensitive Matters podcast. Nancy is a writing coach and workshop leader who has helped countless writers access their own unique voice and create a safe space for self-expression. She has worked with various big institutions such as Harvard University, Kripalu Center fo…
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Helmut discusses his passion for the LGBTQ+ community, coming out later in life, overcoming a heartbreaking divorce from the mother of his 3 daughters, and navigating gay life. https://thegaylydose.com/ [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/thegaylydosepod/ https://www.facebook.com/thegaylydosepod Contact the hosts of A Queer Understan…
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Eboné Bell is a business owner, speaker, and trailblazer who shines bright in the world of entrepreneurship, DEI, activism, and LGBTQ media. She is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Tagg Magazine. Contact the hosts of A Queer Understanding [email protected] https://www.aqueerunderstanding.com/ Like, subscribe, & follow FB @aqueerunderst…
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Tune in for our conversation with Maurice Tomlinson about his work challenging anti-gay laws, including Jamaica’s ban on same-sex intimacy and marriage, and other advocacy work. https://www.gofundme.com/f/fifty-still-fighting CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains sensitive material that may be triggering for some listeners. Contact the hosts of A …
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Jenna discusses how transitioning later in life led to rejection from family and friends, and how she overcame depression and is living her truth with the support of her wife and children. https://www.outmemphis.org/ [email protected] [email protected] https://www.tiktok.com/@jenna0nfire https://www.facebook.com/JennaOnFire1 https://ww…
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She was our number one guest on the Sensitive Matters podcast. And we are so happy to have her back again, for episode 22. If you haven’t met her yet, Kat Dawes is a performance philosopher, author, spiritual coach, and creator of the practice of Nowism. As a Now-Ninja she challenges us to be in the present moment and to fall deeper in love with ou…
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We discuss the Tennessee Senate Bill 3, the Drag Ban, with the Magical Miss Mothie (a.k.a., Moth, Moth, Moth). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDWchVkab0U&feature=youtu.be&themeRefresh=1 Contact the hosts of A Queer Understanding [email protected] https://www.aqueerunderstanding.com/ Like, subscribe, & follow FB @aqueerunderstanding IG @…
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Josh discusses why preserving queer & trans history is important, growing up queer in Alabama, and the beauty and strength of the queer community. https://invisiblehistory.org/ [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/invisiblehistoriesproject https://www.instagram.com/invisiblehistoriesproject/ https://twitter.com/iHPSouth https://www…
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Our latest guest to the Sensitive Matters Podcast is joy, embodied wisdom and curiosity in one. Tara Judelle, a full time yoga teacher for over 20 years is actually a lifelong student of spiritual practice, meditation and our connection to our bodies through Hatha yoga, contemporary somatic theory and the philosophy of Non-dual Kashmir Shaivism. Sh…
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Angel discusses coming out in a religious family, overcoming stigma and discovering her own spirituality, and becoming a successful entrepreneur. FB: @angellovelace IG: @thetruckersassistant https://www.thetruckerassistant.com/ Contact the hosts of A Queer Understanding [email protected] https://www.aqueerunderstanding.com/ Like, subscri…
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Today, we're speaking with Be Norman, the founder of the bridal clothing design company Duhbuylyoo. Brandon discusses growing up in small-town Texarkana, recently coming out to his parents, and his hopes for the future. https://www.duhbuhlyoo.com/ https://www.instagram.com/duhbuhlyoo_bridal/ [email protected] Contact the hosts of A Queer Understa…
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The hosts discuss the detrimental effects of parental rejection. Cassy recalls her journey from homelessness to success and healing. Contact the hosts of A Queer Understanding [email protected] https://www.aqueerunderstanding.com/ Like, subscribe, & follow FB @aqueerunderstanding IG @aqueerunderstanding Twitter @QueerUnderstand…
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We're speaking with Jymyaka Braden about Black and queer representation in Sci-Fi literature, coming out in a highly religious household, being a masculine-presenting mother, and helping her daughters navigate their identities. https://bit.ly/JymyakaBraden Contact the hosts of A Queer Understanding [email protected] https://www.aqueerund…
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"Belonging is when you stay connected to your authentic self as you connect with others. Fitting in is when you have to abandon your authentic self to try to look like, act like, think like, feel like how you imagine others want you to look and act as, think and feel." -Dr. Anita Johnston Our 20th episode is dedicated to Dr. Anita Johnston, a licen…
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Ezra Towne discusses the importance of pronouns, being trans-masculine, and their advocacy work in the community. https://www.facebook.com/MarylandTransUnity https://www.instagram.com/mdtransunity/ [email protected] https://www.marylandtransunity.org Contact the hosts of A Queer Understanding [email protected] https://www.aque…
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Season 2 highlights with: Carolyn Satchell Erin Swinney Jabari Douglas Bishop Allyson Abrams Les Henderson Ray Rico Georgette Josephs Contact the hosts of A Queer Understanding [email protected] https://www.aqueerunderstanding.com/ Like, subscribe, & follow FB @aqueerunderstanding IG @aqueerunderstanding Twitter @QueerUnderstand…
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Following the podcast episode with Kamini Desai, in which she introduces us to the art of Yoga Nidra, we are now superexcited to share with you a free Yoga Nidra gift from Kamini Desai as a special treat for you this holiday season. If you are in need to slow down, take a break from the ongoing festivities or upgrade your resilience – here is your …
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We are back with an exciting and at the same time somehow relaxing episode of the Sensitive Matter Podcast. This months guest is Kamini Desai, author, yoga teacher and master of Yoga Nidra. In this episode Kamini introduces us to the art of Yoga Nidra, what she means by saying it is ‘meditation made easy’ and how she encountered Yoga Nidra in her o…
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World AIDS Day is an annual day of celebration, honored every December 1st. The CHEcast in cooperation with AVITA Pharmacy would like to thank all those working together in the fight to combat AIDS, especially stigma. Please join us on this World AIDS Day in Remembrance, and to honor and celebrate people as well as events, related to the struggle a…
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In this episode, please join Steve and Eddie for a conversation with Cristian Eduardo, who is an advocate, speaker and educator for anti-trafficking initiatives, as well as immigrant and LGBTQ+ rights. Cristian is a survivor of international and domestic human trafficking, a Mexican immigrant, HIV+, a member of the LGBTQ+ community, and someone who…
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This newest episode is with Sat Dharam Kaur, Kundalini Yoga teacher, naturopath, co-creator of the Compassionate Inquiry therapeutic approach with Dr. Gabor Maté's and a great inspiration in my own life. Throughout this episode Sat Dharam allows us a peek into the world of Kundalini Yoga and her life with it; she shares about her Beyond Addictions …
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Today is October 15, 2022, Latinx HIV/AIDS Awareness day. Our special Guest is Founder and President Quinton Raspberry of Q-Care_Plus. Please enjoy the conversation, like and share Founder & President Quinton Raspberry Open Enrollment Nov 1- Jan 15 Center for Health Empowerment Q-Care_Plus PrEP Latinx HIV/AIDS Awareness day Buzzsprout - Let's get y…
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This episode is sponsored by AVITA Pharmacy. Steve and Eddie talk with Avita Team members Shayla and Lauren from the South Austin Avita Pharmacy on everything from working in a Pharmacy to PrEP to the Texas Anti PrEP ruling case by Justice O’Connor and more. Please join the conversation and let us know what you think. Avita Pharmacy Avita Pharmacy …
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In the past years, this world has been an awkward place. Beautiful. Eye-opening. Heart-widening. At the same time, the landscapes society walked through offered edges, cliffs, cracks, crevices – in short, many occasions to trip and to fall. Our realities are informed differently now than they have been in recent years. I found myself dealing with a…
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