Best Queer Magnolias Podcasts (2024)

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93 Gay Frogs! 29:35

4h ago29:35

29:35

Join us as we dive into some of the wildest LGBTQ conspiracy theories. The truth is OUT (there). IG: @QueerMagnoliasPodcast TWITTER: @QueerMagnolias FACEBOOK: QueerMagnoliasPodcast

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92 It's In His Kiss 47:03

18h ago47:03

47:03

Remember that one kiss? The one you now measure all other kisses by? We’re talking about that one tonight.

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91 All By Ourselves 47:43

10d ago47:43

47:43

This week on QUEER MAGNOLIAS, we’re charting unknown territories and leaving the script behind because George and Rick have found themselves all by their fabulous selves in the studio - no supervision, no limits, and absolutely no holding back. "ALL BY OURSELVES" promises an episode like you've never heard before, blending our signature mix of humo…

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90 Cowboy Up 42:41

15d ago42:41

42:41

We're talking all about Queen Bey's new album, COWBOY CARTER. IG: @QueerMagnoliasPodcast TWITTER: @QueerMagnolias FACEBOOK: QueerMagnoliasPodcast

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89 Easter, Again. 47:09

29d ago47:09

47:09

Welcome back, fabulous listeners, to another egg-citing episode of Queer Magnolias! 🌈 🌸 This week, we're diving headfirst into the colorful chaos of Easter... again. That's right, folks, because apparently, another Easter episode wasn't enough for us! Happy Easter! 🐰🥚 IG: @QueerMagnoliasPodcast TWITTER: @QueerMagnolias FACEBOOK: QueerMagnoliasPodca…

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88 The Paris Of The South 46:18

1M ago46:18

46:18

Grab your beignet and join us LIVE tonight at 7pm PDT as we talk about one of our favorite places in the south, New Orleans! Laissez les bon temps rouler!

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EP156: 5CQ for Dan White, Host of QUEER MAGNOLIAS and OUTWITHDAN 27:44

1M ago27:44

27:44

Shawn welcomes fellow podcaster Dan White to the show to discuss his podcasts, QUEER MAGNOLIAS and OUT WITH DAN, the importance of listening to diverse voices and points of view, finding your people, mutual friends, travel, eating and drinking, and Agatha Christie.

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87 St Patty's Gay Special 35:44

1M ago35:44

35:44

Join us for our "St. Patty's Gay Special" as we come together to celebrate the beauty of St. Patrick's Day. Whether you're Irish, queer, or simply a lover of festivities, this episode promises to do some of that as we honor the spirit of the intended holiday, Irish Whiskey. Cheers!

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86. Same As It Never Was 33:05

1M ago33:05

33:05

Join us on "Same As It Never Was" as we explore shifting PC norms, challenging perceptions, and inspiring greater awareness and understanding in our ever-changing world. Tune in for an insightful journey through the past, present, and future of political correctness.

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EP155: 5CQ for Lynn Painter, Author of HAPPILY NEVER AFTER 17:53

1M ago17:53

17:53

Shawn chats with Lynn Painter about her new novel, writing for adults and younger readers, weddings, blowing up weddings, writing rom-com male characters, the need for joy, and classic rom-com movies.

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EP154: 5CQ for Cindy Goyette, Author of OBEY ALL LAWS 18:34

2M ago18:34

18:34

Shawn and Cindy chat about her debut novel, OBEY ALL LAWS, life as a parole officer, dogs, second chances, making mistakes, organic writing, and writing drunk and editing sober.

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EP153: 5CQ for Jackie Layton, Author of WEEDING OUT LIES and CLUTTER FREE 15:25

2M ago15:25

15:25

Shawn and Jackie chat about cozy mysteries, writing multiple series, flowers and what they mean to us, garden clubs, secret Pinterest boards, Texas, and how we want no sadness in some mysteries.

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EP152: 5CQ for C.J. Box, Author of THREE-INCH TEETH 26:12

2M ago26:12

26:12

Shawn chats with NYT Bestselling Author C.J. Box about his 24th Joe Picket novel, THREE-INCH TEETH, writing a long-running and much-loved series, predator attack teams, Mama Bears, animal emotions, Mark Twain, and finding your own unique lane as a writer.

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85. Sauced 38:01

2M ago38:01

38:01

Hey, condiment aficionados! Get ready to spread some knowledge as we dive into the world of condiments, with a spotlight on the beloved and sometimes controversial mayonnaise. In today's episode, we're stirring up some debate as we explore what's right, what's wrong, and what's downright hell-worthy in the realm of condiments. Let's go! IG: @QueerM…

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EP151: 5CQ for Lynn Chandler Willis, Author of WHAT THE MONKEY SAW 31:45

2M ago31:45

31:45

Shawn and Lynn chat about writing multiple series, finding a new publishing home, being from the South, True Crime, small town newspapers, breaking up with our characters, and French Bulldog puppies.

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EP150: 5CQ for Bruce Robert Coffin, Co-Author of THE TURNER & MOSLEY FILES 44:07

2M ago44:07

44:07

Shawn and Bruce chat about Bruce's new series, coauthored with LynDee Walker, the Byron series, his new series out next year, taking chances as a writer, Stephen King, non-writing spouses, the need for therapy, British television, and support from other writers in the community.

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84. Voices Carry 35:20

2M ago35:20

35:20

Nex Benedict, a non-binary 16-year-old student in Owasso, Oklahoma, died after a fight in their school’s bathroom. Join us tonight to discuss this tragic event and its impact on our community. IG: @QueerMagnoliasPodcast TWITTER: @QueerMagnolias FACEBOOK: QueerMagnoliasPodcast YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@queermagnoliaspodcast1088…

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EP149: 5CQ for Darlene Dziomba, Author of FIRE AND DALMATION 23:03

2M ago23:03

23:03

Shawn and Darlene chat about dogs, Bouchercon, meeting your people, support from librarians, indie vs. traditional publishing, Sisters in Crime, and connecting with readers.

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EP148: 5CQ for Leah Konen, Author of KEEP YOUR FRIENDS CLOSE 26:37

2M ago26:37

26:37

Shawn and Leah chat about Leah's new novel, Alfred Hitchcock, STRANGERS ON A TRAIN, making friends as adults, women shouldering family responsibilities, and how new friends might not always be what they appear to be.

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83. Mr Right or Mr Right Now 31:41

2M ago31:41

31:41

Join us for the latest episode of Queer Magnolias as we delve into the age-old question: Mr. Right or Mr. Right Now? In this candid and insightful discussion, our hosts explore the complexities of dating, relationships, and the search for love within the queer community. IG: @QueerMagnoliasPodcast TWITTER: @QueerMagnolias FACEBOOK: QueerMagnoliasPo…

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EP147: 5CQ for Wendy Sand Eckel, Author of KILLER IN A WINTER WONDERLAND 29:07

2M ago29:07

29:07

Shawn and Wendy chat about writing culinary mysteries, research through cooking, moms who read, finding your reading groove again, Wendy's brush with the law at a young age, connecting with readers, and how art is important to the human condition.

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EP146: 5CQ for Nick Petrie, Author of THE PRICE YOU PAY 37:10

3M ago37:10

37:10

Shawn and Nick chat about his long-running Peter Ash series, how Nick's career began, grocery store conversations, PTSD, writing by hand, cool techniques for writers who get stuck, many drinks with friends at conferences, author rock stars, and finding your people.

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EP145: 5CQ for Erica Miner, Author of PRELUDE TO MURDER 37:59

3M ago37:59

37:59

Shawn and Erica chat about playing the violin, creepy opera houses, being keynote speakers, concert masters, sexism in both music and writing, and Agatha Christie.

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EP144: 5CQ for Dr. Frank Spinelli, Author of NO ANGELS WEPT 25:38

3M ago25:38

25:38

Shawn and Dr. Frank chat about his fiction and nonfiction writing career, a medical career and how it influences his writing, walking around as your character for a week, leaving good reviews, Stephen King, and Frank's great advice for writers and for life in general.

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EP143: 5CQ for Marty Wingate, Author of A BODY ON THE DOORSTEP 30:42

3M ago30:42

30:42

Shawn and Marty chat about her new historical mystery series, The London Ladies' Murder Club, the Society of Useful Women, useful women, gardening, writing multiple series, the value of a critique group, and releasing two full-length books at one time.

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EP142: 5CQ for Dr. Paul Quinn, author of PRENATAL POSSIBILITIES 24:46

3M ago24:46

24:46

Shawn and Paul chat about his cookbook for expectant mothers, writing cookbooks, testing recipes, nutrition and where we all go wrong, the beauty of women and childbirth, and helping others.

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EP141: 5CQ for Sharon Lynn, Author of DEATH TAKES A FALL 23:39

3M ago23:39

23:39

Shawn and Sharon chat about her new novel set in Bath in the UK, Sharon's love of England, teaching and writing, following your own lessons, brains of nineteen year olds, a chastity belt for your developing brain that keeps you from making big decisions, how warm is your oven, and the art of not giving up.…

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EP140: 5CQ for Peter Malone Elliott, Author of BLUE RIDGE 24:46

3M ago24:46

24:46

Shawn and Peter chat about his debut novel BLUE RIDGE, being inspired by your surroundings, twin brothers, pancakes, how acting can help writers, Sam Shepherd, and fun dinner guests.

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EP139: 5CQ for Edwin Hill, Author of WHO TO BELIEVE 28:00

4M ago28:00

28:00

Shawn and Edwin chat about his new novel, RASHOMON, writing from multiple POVs, birthday cakes, story structure, teaching, and walking the dog.

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EP138: 5CQ for Tom Coffey, Author of PUBLIC MORALS 19:34

4M ago19:34

19:34

Shawn and Tom chat about the first book in The Divine Trilogy, living in New York, police in New York, SERPICO, why NYC is a great place for stories, and writing fiction inspired by true events.

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EP137: 5CQ for Lane Stone, Author of THE CANVAS 18:06

4M ago18:06

18:06

Shawn and Lane chat about the second book in Lane's Big Picture Trilogy, art and antiquity theft, the importance of art in the world, art and religion, sudden cold air, likeable and unlikeable characters, and the strategy behind writing a trilogy.

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EP136: 5CQ for Linda Lovely, Author of A KILLER APP 16:47

5M ago16:47

16:47

Shawn and Linda chat about the newest book in her HOA Mystery series, deep fakes, the state of the world, how AI is everywhere, writers and actors dealing with AI, book store events, and writing multiple series.

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EP135: 5CQ for Virginia Kantra, Author of THE FAIRYTALE LIFE OF DOROTHY GALE 36:02

5M ago36:02

36:02

Shawn and Virginia chat about her new book, which is a reimagining of THE WIZARD OF OZ, the male gaze, love and the darker side of love, if there really is no place like home, why Virginia writes the kinds of books she does, and life during lockdown.

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EP134: 5CQ for Gregory Stout, author of WOMAN IN THE WIND 20:12

5M ago20:12

20:12

Shawn and Gregory chat about the newest novel in the Jackson Gamble PI series set in Nashville, how Nashville is a great place to visit and set a series in, winning the Shamus Award then judging the Shamus Award, having enough time to read, hate mail, and never giving up.

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EP133: 5CQ for Clementine Taylor, Author of SOMETHING ABOUT HER 23:17

5M ago23:17

23:17

Shawn and Clementine chat about her debut novel, the feeling of excited dread, coming-of-age love stories, writing stories we want to read, why everyone is so raw, and their fascination with both poetry and apples.

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EP132: 5CQ for Marlie Parker Wasserman, Author of INFERNO ON FIFTH 28:10

6M ago28:10

28:10

Shawn and Marlie chat about fires, old New York, the richer and poorer classes living together in the city, how people react in emergencies, and how there can be several truths true at the same time.

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Gays & Monsters 31:35

6M ago31:35

31:35

Happy Halloween!! From the vampire seductresses who defy conventional gender roles to the shape-shifting creatures that challenge the boundaries of sexuality, join us as we explore some dark and delicious Queer Monsters.

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EP131: 5CQ for Mary Keliikoa, Author of DEADLY TIDES 15:51

6M ago15:51

15:51

Shawn and Mary chat about East and West Coast living, keeping a series fresh, building characters, cozy vs. detective fiction and related body counts, being busy women, and collaborating on a short story together.

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EP130: 5CQ for Joeseph Souza, Author of THE ANCHORMAN'S WIFE 25:45

6M ago25:45

25:45

Shawn and Joe chat about perseverance in writing, getting through the hard times, living with no regrets, Ted Baxter, making up stories about strangers on the street, putting words in the bank, meeting Julia Child and having a child in Hollywood, dealing with the writers' strike and oddball projects.…

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The Magnolias Guide To Straightlandia 32:31

6M ago32:31

32:31

Join the Queer Magnolias as they embark on a hilarious adventure into the heart of straight spaces. In this episode, our hosts swap their glitter, and maybe some spit, for camouflage as they navigate Straightlandia. IG: @QueerMagnoliasPodcast TWITTER: @QueerMagnolias FACEBOOK: QueerMagnoliasPodcast YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@queermagnoliaspo…

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EP129: 5CQ for Alan Orloff, Author of SANCTUARY MOTEL 35:07

6M ago35:07

35:07

Shawn and Alan chat about his new novel SANCTUARY MOTEL, life in Florida, police ride-alongs, Fish Kitchen, off-brand motels, upcoming anthology projects, and their mutual love of Stephen King.

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The Golden Gays 42:43

7M ago42:43

42:43

Scooch on up to the table for a heartwarming episode of Queer Magnolias as we dive deep into the rich tapestry of LGBTQ history and community. In this week’s episode, we shine a spotlight on the invaluable contributions and stories of LGBTQ elders in our midst. IG: @QueerMagnoliasPodcast TWITTER: @QueerMagnolias FACEBOOK: QueerMagnoliasPodcast YOUT…

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EP128: 5CQ for Rachel Heng, Author of THE GREAT RECLAMATION 20:18

7M ago20:18

20:18

Shawn and Rachel chat about uncovering our origins, library borrowing limits, spending time with writers, MFA programs, and being a teacher of creative writing.

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Magnolia's Choice 25:28

7M ago25:28

25:28

Get ready for a Southern showdown this week! In this episode of Queer Magnolias, we're going deep with "Magnolias Choice," a game of multiple-choice questions that will test our true Southern roots. So pull up a chair, we're about to get into it...iffin' the creek the don't rise, that is. IG: @QueerMagnoliasPodcast TWITTER: @QueerMagnolias FACEBOOK…

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EP127: 5CQ for Matt Singer, film critic and author of OPPOSABLE THUMBS 37:54

7M ago37:54

37:54

Shawn and Matt discuss Siskel and Ebert and Matt's new book about the legendary film critics and their impact on movie watching through the years.

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Allies. 29:53

7M ago29:53

29:53

In this week’s episode of Queer Magnolias, we’re all about that LGBTQ allyship. From Target to Dylan Mulvaney to American Express, we’re discussing the importance of allies in the community at large and our power to hold them accountable. IG: @QueerMagnoliasPodcast TWITTER: @QueerMagnolias FACEBOOK: QueerMagnoliasPodcast THREADS: @QueerMagnoliasPod…

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EP126: 5CQ for Edward Carey, Artist and Author of EDITH HOLLER 20:05

7M ago20:05

20:05

Shawn and Edward chat about books and art, finding inspiration during the pandemic, Edward creating a drawing a day, theater and politics. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Edward Carey is a novelist, visual artist, and playwright. His previous novels include The Swallowed Man, Little, Alva & Irva, and Observatory Mansions, and an acclaimed series for young adults…

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Soaps & Queers 38:35

7M ago38:35

38:35

This week, Aaron from Queers & Soaps joins us for an entertaining discussion about the enduring legacy of soap operas in Queer Culture and why these sensational tales of drama and duplicity continue to captivate the hearts of the gays who love them. IG: @QueerMagnoliasPodcast TWITTER: @QueerMagnolias FACEBOOK: QueerMagnoliasPodcast…

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EP125: 5CQ for Author Dale T. Phillips, Author of 87 WAYS TO SELL MORE BOOKS 20:44

7M ago20:44

20:44

Shawn and Dale talk about traditional vs. indie publishing, writing inspirations, Stephen King, their mutual appreciation for the Writing Life, and finding your community in the world of writing. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Dale T Phillips is a New England writer and actor who spent his formative years in Maine, and has lived and worked in a number of differ…

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We Say Gay 25:03

8M ago25:03

25:03

In this thought-provoking episode of Queer Magnolias, we dive headfirst into one of the most contentious and crucial issues facing the LGBTQ+ community today: the "Don't Say Gay" laws. Join us as we unpack the implications, history, and personal stories surrounding these controversial legislations and gain a deeper understanding of the "Don't Say G…

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