Best Sonicus Podcasts (2024)

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Amy Zing on Margate Pride 2023 41:37

12M ago41:37

41:37

Amy Zing is co-founder of Sink The Pink and alongside Glyn, they created their perfect club night out which became the largest LGBTQ+ performance collective in the UK. Amy has since moved to Margate and co-founded Margate Pride as-well as co-founding OUT Margate, an LGBTQ-friendly youth club. In this chat, they look back at their clubbing days and …

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Billy Porter on Queer Utopia 42:48

1y ago42:48

42:48

Glyn has an emotional and raw chat with Billy Porter about the ups and downs of his life and career. From 'learning to be straight' at drama school in the 80s, to being pigeonholed in Broadway in the 90s, Billy looks back on the moments that encouraged him to be true to himself and to find roles where he can express himself freely. Hosted on Acast.…

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Danielle St James on Trans Pride 2023 52:03

1y ago52:03

52:03

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes conversations around addiction. Glyn sits down with Danielle St James for an honest look back on London Trans+ Pride. Dani is the founder of the charity, Not A Phase, which aims to uplift the lives of trans people. She shares her story from being general manager of nightclubs, through overcoming addiction and …

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VIN + OMI on Collaboration 37:02

1y ago37:02

37:02

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes conversations around suicide and self-harm. Vin and Omi are creators who together, have built one of the leading eco fashion brands today. Stitch by stitch, they are creating an ideology and their fashion shows have caught the attention of King Charles, Michelle Obama, Debbie Harry and Beyoncé. They share thei…

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Tom Rasmussen on Being In Control 13:13

1y ago13:13

13:13

Tom Rasmussen talks about their journey to being a musical artist from their roots in as a drag performer. Tom opens up about their experience of physical violence and how they reclaimed their body and regained control through dance, music and creativity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Jake Shears on Creativity 37:22

1y ago37:22

37:22

Fresh off the back of releasing his solo album 'Last Man Dancing,' Jake Shears chats to Glyn about the creative process in making his music. He looks back on how some of the music from Scissor Sisters was created using answerphone recordings and how he always has his friends in mind when writing music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor…

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Josh Rivers on Pursuing Joy 47:16

1y ago47:16

47:16

Josh Rivers is the creator and host of Busy Being Black, the award-winning podcast centring the lives and experiences of queer Black people. He goes on a trip down memory lane with Glyn, to the early Sink The Pink club days and recalls how he grew to bring a sense of enchantment into his life. Josh works closely with UK Black Pride and attributes h…

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ABSOLUTE. on Self-Belief 33:51

1y ago33:51

33:51

ABSOLUTE. aka Anthony McGinley, is a DJ and producer who's roots are in queer clubbing. Anthony and Glyn were flatmates during lockdown and when they weren't drinking wine or watching Real Housewives, Anthony was in his bedroom creating music that he's now been able to play in clubs around the world. This episode, reveals the level of self-belief n…

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Kadiff Kirwan on Authenticity 26:56

1y ago26:56

26:56

Kadiff Kirwan found his love for drama at school and is now a critically acclaimed actor in television & theatre. Kadiff shares his journey with Glyn as he looks back on the emotional time when he came out as gay to his religious family. Kadiff talks about how his lived experiences as a gay black man, inform his work as an actor and how he strives …

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Dustin Lance Black on Storytelling 45:08

1+ y ago45:08

45:08

Glyn chats to Oscar winning screenwriter and producer, Dustin Lance Black. He won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for 'Milk' which tells the story of gay rights activist and politician Harvey Milk. In this honest and emotional conversation, Glyn finds out the story behind the creative and finds a young man who dealt with coming out a…

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Rob Madge on Role Models 38:37

1+ y ago38:37

38:37

Rob Madge and Glyn talk about the importance of panto in bringing LGBTQ culture to the mainstream. Rob is currently rehearsing for panto season and is performing alongside Dawn French and Julian Cary. They discuss the importance of role models and what happens when you meet your hero. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Jonbers Blonde on Transformation 27:34

1+ y ago27:34

27:34

Glyn has a revealing chat with drag performer Jonbers Blonde. They have previously worked and performed together, but this conversation goes beyond their work on the drag scene. Jonbers grew up in the outskirts of Belfast and had a turbulent time coming out as gay and ended up leaving home as a teenager. Jonbers discusses the journey to acceptance …

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Juno Dawson on Trans Power 40:13

1+ y ago40:13

40:13

Glyn chats to write Juno Dawson about her journey to becoming a bestselling author. Through lived experience as a trans woman and her writing work, Juno has provides an educational and safe space for young queer people. Despite having one of her booked banned in America, Juno has conquered the literary world from humble working class beginnings. Gl…

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Char Ellesse on Redefining Gender Roles 26:29

1+ y ago26:29

26:29

Char Ellesse is on a mission to redefine gender roles. Through her project ‘Girls Will Be Boys’ she has provided a platform for discussion about the modern perception of femininity and masculinity. She has worked to change the narrative around women shaving their head and how by challenging the views on beauty standards, we can can find freedom. Ho…

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John Whaite on Body Dysmorphia 28:29

2y ago28:29

28:29

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes conversations around eating disorders and body dysmorphia. John Whaite won the Great British Bake Off over 10 years ago and more recently was half of the first all-male couple. In this emotional and honest conversation, Glyn gets to know the emotions behind the man who has graced mainstream TV. John opens up a…

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Dan Gillespie Sells on An LGBTQ+ Upbringing 28:48

2y ago28:48

28:48

Dan Gillespie Sells is frontman of indie pop-band, The Feeling and composed the music for West End Musical, Everyone's Talking About Jamie. He grew up in a queer household with his two lesbian mums and gay uncle - as-well as remaining close to his dad. His mother is at heart of the gay rights movement as-well as being a disability rights campaigner…

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Dr Ronx Ikharia on Visibility 47:26

2y ago47:26

47:26

Dr Ronx lives by the motto “you cannot be what you do not see.” They have carved a path in the world they want to see with sheer determination and self-funded their way through Medical School after leaving home as a teenager. They are an Emergency medicine doctor by profession and describe themself as a queer, black, androgynous intersectional femi…

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Myles Sexton on World AIDS Day 33:36

2y ago33:36

33:36

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes conversations around suicide. In support of World AIDS Day, Glyn chats to activist, stylist and model, Myles Sexton. Through sharing their own HIV status, Myles has become an advocate for educating and supporting others with sexual health issues. From growing up in rural Canada, Myles shares their journey of s…

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Anastacia on Being An Icon 32:40

2y ago32:40

32:40

Glyn gets to know American singer-songwriter Anastacia. They talk about her rise to fame and how she was able to stay true to herself whilst taking on the music industry. Anastacia looks back on her experiences with cancer and how she became an advocate for early detection and support. She also discusses the merits of being a queer icon and that sh…

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Dr Ranj Singh on Being Queer and Religious 27:59

2y ago27:59

27:59

Glyn sits down with doctor, TV presenter and writer, Dr Ranj Singh. Dr Ranj was born into a traditional Sikh Indian family and came out at as queer at the age of 30 after previously being married to a woman. He talks about the importance of his Queer Family in helping him through turbulent times and allowing him to live life to his fullest. Hosted …

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Layton Williams on Freedom and Self Expression 40:30

2y ago40:30

40:30

Glyn has a revealing chat with actor, singer and west-end star Layton Williams. Layton entered the spotlight as a child star where he was the first black person to play the lead in Billy Elliott. He then had the crashing reality of returning to his hometown as a teen after being free to express himself in the creative throes of the theatre world. H…

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Sophie Willan on Turning Trauma Into Power 19:24

2y ago19:24

19:24

In this special live edition of the podcast, Glyn chats to BAFTA award winning actress, comedian and writer Sophie Willan. They talk about how she has harnessed a turbulent upbringing and used it as inspiration for her work. Sophie talks about growing up in care and how her Grandma had huge influence on her career as an actress. Hosted on Acast. Se…

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Jude Hamer on The Journey Of A Para-athlete 28:34

2y ago28:34

28:34

Jude Hamer is a wheelchair basketball player who has been part of team GB in the Paralympics. She has a honest chat with Glyn about the real life behind elite sport and the people who have supported her journey. Jude made the decision to have her leg amputated after countless surgeries as a child. She openly shares her story of finding a place in t…

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William Baker on Creative Power 25:48

2y ago25:48

25:48

Glyn chats to creative powerhouse, William Baker. Best known for his work as a stylist for Kylie Minogue, William talks about his journey from shop assistant to working with high fashion's elite. William discusses what makes a muse and how experiencing gay shame ignited his work ethic. Glyn gets an insight into what makes some fashion's most iconic…

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Jodie Harsh on The Power Of Drag 34:55

2+ y ago34:55

34:55

Glyn sits down with Jodie Harsh in a revealing chat about her journey to becoming one of the UK's most celebrated drag queens. From humble beginnings in Kent, Jodie had a turbulent relationship with her dad which ignited her steely work ethic. Through sneaking into gay clubs as a teen, Jodie formed her clubbing persona to become an incredibly succe…

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Recap 1:31

2+ y ago1:31

1:31

Highlights from series one from with, Bimini, Rosie Jones, Felicity Hayward, Squash Falconer and Kele Okereke. Series two of We Can Be Heroes starts Monday 25th April Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Princess Julia & Danielle St James on Pride 36:01

3y ago36:01

36:01

In celebration of Pride in London, Glyn hosts a special live episode of We Can Be Heroes from Shoreditch House. This episode is about icons as he welcomes Princess Julia and Danielle St James to tell their stories of growth and self discovery. Princess Julia is a DJ and writer who has been at the forefront of the underground clubbing scene. From Th…

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Kele Okereke on Queer Families 24:21

3y ago24:21

24:21

In his first ever podcast appearance, Kele Okereke has an intimate chat with Glyn. From fronting Bloc Party to creating a family, Kele has always done things in a way that is true to himself. In his early musical career, he constantly had his sexuality scrutinised by the press and managed to navigate being in the spotlight with grace and integrity.…

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Marisha Wallace on Redefining Broadway Roles 36:15

3y ago36:15

36:15

Marisha Wallace is a bright star of Broadway and West End Musicals, who has navigated the turbulent nature of show business with more than just a touch of class. From humble beginnings in rural North Carolina, Marisha talks to Glyn about her life growing up on a pig farm and how singing in church taught her how to achieve perfection in performing. …

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Squash Falconer on Adventure 35:49

3y ago35:49

35:49

Glyn sits down with record-breaking adventurer, Squash Falconer. Combining her love of different sports Squash was the first British woman to climb and paraglide from the summit of Mont Blanc having ridden there from the UK on her motorbike. She then went onto summit Mount Everest, one of the most challenging places in the world. Glyn finds out wha…

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Josie Naughton on Creating Change 27:49

3y ago27:49

27:49

Josie went from being the PA to Coldplay's manager, to co-founding the Help Refugees international charity. She tells her story of how she went from a fairly normal life to being the CEO of a worldwide organisation. Her drive and passion for providing aid to refugees was born out of responding to the refugee crisis in Calais in 2015. Since then, sh…

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Beverley Knight on Allieship 37:24

3y ago37:24

37:24

Glyn and Beverley have an honest, open and emotional chat. From her childhood singing in church, to performing on stage with Prince, Beverley remembers the moments and people that changed her life. She reflects on the last year of the Black Lives Matter movement and talks about the social changes that are needed to educate on racial discrimination.…

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Ebony Rainford-Brent on Racism In Sport 32:00

3y ago32:00

32:00

Ebony is a former cricket player for England and is now a regular fixture in sports commentary. She tells her story as a young girl from Brixton who went to play on one of the biggest stages in sport. Ebony reflects on the darker side of cricket as she shares her experiences of racism within the sport. She now is a driving force behind change to in…

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Felicity Hayward on Body Positivity 32:08

3y ago32:08

32:08

Felicity Hayward has become a British fashion icon through her work as a plus sized model. She is an advocate for body positivity and has sparked important conversations around the relationship we, and the fashion industry have, with our image. In a time where social media can be a breeding ground for negativity, Felicity talks about the impact of …

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Rosie Jones on Preconceptions Around Disability 58:54

3y ago58:54

58:54

Glyn sits down with comedian and writer Rosie Jones. Rosie talks about how she uses comedy to positively alter preconceptions around her disability. She reflects on the moments that have challenged her as an adolescent and shares her secrets to staying happy. Rosie praises the strong foundation of her family and the importance of unconditional love…

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Bimini Bon Boulash on Gender 32:01

3y ago32:01

32:01

Through Bimini’s experiences, this episode takes a deeper look into the meaning of gender and the conversations that are happening to enable a greater understanding of the issues that affect the LGBTQ community and beyond. Bimini reflects on their working class upbringing and how their mum was a huge influence on their work ethic. They remember how…

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Skin on Rewriting The Narrative 35:32

3y ago35:32

35:32

Skin opens up about her experiences as a young woman growing up in Brixton. She talks about breaking free from an abusive boyfriend and discovering her sexuality, despite it being a taboo subject in her church upbringing. As an openly gay woman, Skin reflects on how it felt to be part of the straight, white, male music world of the 90s. This conver…

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We Can Be Heroes Trailer 2:21

3y ago2:21

2:21

From being a misfit in society to a hero for a community, We Can Be Heroes is a brand new podcast that celebrates people who have pushed through boundaries to achieve an inspirational level of success. Hosted by LGBTQ+ icon, Sink the Pink founder and King of the UK's club scene Glyn Fussell, this is a podcast for anyone a bit different. Launching o…

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