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Join Jonathan Van Ness (Queer Eye) each week as they explore everything under (and sometimes beyond!) the sun with scientists, historians, activists, entertainers, and other brilliant guest experts. New episodes of Getting Curious drop on Wednesdays. On Mondays, join us for Pretty Curious. our podcast on all things beauty! Subscribe to Extra Curious for exclusive episodes of Ask JVN, where Jonathan's answering your questions about sex, dating, and more. You can follow Getting Curious on Inst ...
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The Charlotte Gay podcast brings interviews with the bands you love and the ones to watch out for, has a poke gay pun related games and brings together the highlights of the live shows. “Mature-sounding professional voice of a broadcaster who has been on the air for years. Charlotte’s obviously a great storyteller with a great ability to paint pictures, not only that but she’s a confident and knowledgeable interviewer who with the interviewee feels right at home.” Student Radio Award Judges. ...
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A brand new podcast in which Amy Sheppard and Fleur Elizabeth interview some of the most interesting, controversial figures in the culture war. For, the FULL, UNCENSORED episodes, go to basedmedia.org
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A spoiler-free podcast covering the Apple TV series, For All Mankind. Leesa & Cade will dive into each episode, beat by beat with a beer in hand. Previously a Battlestar Galactica podcast!
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Join Dr Tessa Coulson on a three month adventure to rescue posts in the Everest region. Bring your thermal underwear, and toothpaste. Tess is a family doctor who took a once in a lifetime opportunity to travel to Nepal to work as a medic. She has taken a microphone (you) with her. Sending back audio diary entries whilst journeying from Manchester UK, via Kathmandu, Tess’s destinations are rescue posts in the Everest region at Machhermo and Gokyo. Treating trekkers and porters at altitude, jo ...
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aka Shit And Shame With Shawn. Join Shawn Shafner 'The Puru', performer, activist, and educator for serious but entertaining talk about poop, fecal matters, LGBT shame and other unnameable taboos that clog our bodies, minds, and communities. Shawn and his esteemed guests talk (and might even sing) about taking responsibility for our literal shit and our metaphorical shit, to transform them from waste to resource. It’s time to get our shit together, before it hits the fan.
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Chyyy: Origin: A Colloquialism: The lexicon of black grannies and gay best friends with all the good advice and hot tea, respectively. Meaning: An indelible part in the cannon of linguistics for Black folk, particularly in the speech of many women and gay men. Generally said before a good read on a subject or situation is given as you share a story. Examples: "I saw Ronnie at the bar with Annalise, so I walked over to him and I said chyyy what is you doing, you know if Gertie find out you ov ...
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Have a comfortable life by having a Uncomfortable Conversations TODAY! Email me jayblazeshow.com@gmail.com
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Danii and Joy grew up loving the Baby-Sitters Club series by Ann M. Martin. Now, as queer, literature-loving twenty-somethings and once college roommates they're diving into the books, tv shows, and films to see why they meant so much to them and so many other young girls. Exploring the Baby-Sitters Club universe through a critical gender/race/sexuality/class/etc analysis may seem like an unusual move...but they're hoping, like Kristy Thomas, that this was a Great Idea. https://linktr.ee/gre ...
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Seasoned and fresh-faced artists (of every genre) discuss how to make creativity work within the complexities and challenges of adult life. Confessing Animals podcast co-hosts Frances Story + Vanessa Aricco, both working writers, unveil the secrets and struggles of creative living in a rapid fire capitalist society. One guest at a time, Jen + Vanessa ask, How Does Your Life Translate to Art? Intro and all music provided by Ashley Raines https://www.ashleyrainesmusic.com/
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The Millions wasted on "Pregnant Men" and "Gay Porn Studies" | Charlotte Gill
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This episode features a lively discussion with freelance journalist Charlotte Gill about issues in higher education, the arts, media bias, and more. Charlotte shares her experiences navigating free speech constraints while working for outlets like GB News. She also dives deep into the troubling funding allocated for questionable research projects, …
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How Can We Be More Effective With Language?
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Have you ever wondered what’s up with double negation, the history of gender neutral pronouns, or why swearing is taboo? Then get ready for this week’s guest, linguist Anne Curzan! Anne and Jonathan talk about how the English language has evolved since the 1300s and how our words are SO powerful because of their central role in our identities and c…
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PRETTY CURIOUS | What's It Like To Run Allure Magazine? with Jessica Cruel
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Allure Editor in Chief Jessica Cruel just got back from a trip to South Korea and is ready to share all the latest beauty recs from her travels with us! Jessica and Jonathan go deep on her journey to Allure, what she’s seen change in the industry, and where she thinks the future lies. Plus, who better than this Best of Beauty expert to get real wit…
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The Left loves Islam Because They Don't Understand It | @Younessrocks
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In this thought-provoking episode, Amy and Fleur sit down with Younes Sadaghiani, or @Younessrocks, a political influencer and former teacher originally from Iran. Younes shares his unique perspective on the impact of Islam on Iranian society, why the Left loves Islam, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and his admiration for former US President Don…
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What’s the State of Misinformation? with Renée DiResta
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We’re all so used to turning to our phones for information, but how exactly does it travel across the internet…and what happens if that information is wrong? Renée DiResta is the perfect expert to break it all down for us! Jonathan and Renée dig into the differences and potential dangers of misinformation, disinformation, and propaganda. From gener…
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PRETTY CURIOUS | How Dieux We Know What Works for Our Skin? with Charlotte Palermino
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If you’re as obsessed with Dieux Skin’s Forever Eye Mask as we are, then this episode is for you! Co-founder Charlotte Palermino joins Jonathan to share her unique perspective on the beauty industry. From developing brand loyalty through offering products you only need to purchase once, to how we can spot misinformation in a world overflowing with …
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Culture, Economics, and the Housing Crisis: The Generational Divide | Reem Ibrahim
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Fleur and Amy sit down with Reem Ibrahim, a libertarian firebrand known for her vocal criticism of the NHS. With her sharp wit and unwavering convictions, Reem delves into the intricacies of her political philosophy, offering a thought-provoking perspective on individual liberty, the role of government, and the importance of free speech. From her j…
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What Was The U.S. Up To From 1980-2001?
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Dr. Osamah Khalil is back to tell us all about what was happening in this period of history from the 80s to the very beginning of the new millennium. From the Cold War conservatism of the Regan administration to the Camp David Summit at the end of the Clinton presidency and everyyyyything in between, Jonathan and Osamah walk through these critical …
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PRETTY CURIOUS | What’s the Deal with Psoriasis?
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We’re getting personal on this episode of Pretty Curious with Jonthan’s dermatologist, Dr. Ali Shahbaz! The two walk through Jonthan’s psoriasis journey and along the way, Dr. Shahbaz answers all our questions like what are the different types of psoriasis, what are some common triggers for flare-ups, and what are the best treatment options? Plus, …
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Beyond the Girl Boss | Lois McLatchie Miller
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In this thought-provoking episode, activist and commentator Lois McLatchie Miller joins Fleur and Amy to discuss the ongoing cultural battles surrounding abortion rights, women's roles, and the intersection of faith and public discourse. Drawing from her experiences advocating for life and religious freedom, Lois offers insightful perspectives on t…
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How Does Hilarity For Charity Bring Light To Alzheimer's? with Seth & Lauren Rogen
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Seth and Lauren Rogen are on the pod this week to talk with Jonathan all about their incredible organization Hilarity for Charity that’s on a mission to care for families impacted by Alzheimer's disease. Lauren tells the story of how her personal connection to Alzheimer’s joined forces with the pair’s careers in comedy to make a big impact. Plus, w…
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PRETTY CURIOUS | How Can Baths Improve My Wellbeing?
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Start filling the tub and light a candle! This week, we’re talking all about Pursoma’s specialty bath soaks and body treatments with founder and CEO, Shannon Vaughn. Jonathan and Shannon go deep on the importance of ritual bathing and digital detox, the process of salt harvesting, and how baths can improve our sleep. Shannon Vaughn is the founder a…
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Never forgive what they did to us | Laura Dodsworth
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Amy and Fleur talk to writer, commentator and photographer to Laura Dodsworth about her journey from photographing 100 vaginas to documenting the madness of the last four years. Along the way, they talk about the sexism afflicting Sound women in the media, why it's good to be patriotic, the scourge of taking one's own life, and the dangers of being…
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Why Does Gynecological Care Affect Us All?
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Did you know that in ancient Greece, the stereotype that women were “overly emotional” came from the false idea of a “wandering womb?” Neither did we! Dr. Karen Tang joins Jonathan to go deep on the long history of stigma and shame around gynecological care, and to answer all our questions about what it even is. Plus we talk about the state of gyne…
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PRETTY CURIOUS | How Did You Become A Master Wigologist?
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Ever wonder who makes Laverne Cox’s hair look so good? It’s none other than this week’s guest, Dee TrannyBear! Dee tells Jonathan all about their incredible origin story: they started off working in German salons as a high school student and eventually came to America where they found queer community. Then Dee and Jonathan talk shop about all thing…
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Amy Gallagher and the anti-woke revolution
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Amy and Fleur speak to Amy Gallagher, SDP candidate for London Mayor, and anti-woke campaigner, currently suing the Tavistock clinic for discrimination after their demands that their staff adhere to critical race theory. For the FULL, UNCENSORED show, subscribe now at Basedmedia.orgBy bombshells
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Happy Earth Day, Curious People! To celebrate, we’re inviting research scientist Marcus Eriksen from 5 Gyres to the pod. Marcus tells us about his 88 day journey from California to Hawaii sailing on a raft made from 15,000 plastic bottles to research microplastics in the ocean and raise awareness about plastic pollution. Then Marcus answers all our…
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PRETTY CURIOUS | What’s It Like To Work For Cosmo U.K.?
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This week, Keeks Reid tells us all about how she followed her passion for beauty all the way Cosmopolitan U.K.! We learn all about the impact of social media on beauty journalism, the difference between micro trends and trends with staying power, and how to find your personal style. Plus, Keeks shares about her exciting next chapter with Jonathan: …
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This week, Fleur and Amy headed to National Conservatism conference in Brussels, which the Belgian authorities tried to shut down! Featuring exclusive recordings from inside and outside the venue as the police besieged the conference. Also featuring: - Fleur interviewing Miriam Cates - Amy interviewing Ralph Schoellhammer - excerpts from Nigel Fara…
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You probably learned about the Founding Fathers in school…or maybe you had a deep Hamilton phase like the rest of us, but what about the lesser known figures like John Hancock? Historian Dr. Brooke Barbier joins Jonathan to fill us in on the man behind the famous signature. From his willingness to publicly change his mind, his ability to find the m…
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PRETTY CURIOUS | How Can We Supercharge Our Skincare Routine?
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LA Beautologist, Nayamka Roberts-Smith, joins Jonathan to go deep on skincare…literally! Nayamka brings her expertise as an award-winning esthetician to the table to teach us all about our skin and what treatments we can seek out to stay healthy and glowing. Plus, should you brush your teeth before or after you wash your face? Nayamka Roberts-Smith…
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How to Get Ahead in Journalism | Steven Edginton
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Amy and Fleur talk to one of the hottest young journalists today, GBNews US reporter Steven Edginton. Steven spent three years at The Telegraph producing documentaries and interviews for the paper, as well as reporting on the civil service's capture by woke ideologues, and, most famously, broke the story that led to the resignation of Lord Darroch,…
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