Best Personalsales Podcasts (2024)

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A Colorful History with Dan & Alexis 1:02:44

5M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Surprise! We’re back with a new collaborative project– Queer Seeking Queer: A Colorful History. Haley joined forces with Dan of @longlostpersonals and Alexis @Alexis_aquarian to create this cheeky, kinky, one-of-a-kind coloring book featuring personal ads from LGBTQ+ newspapers from the 1920s to 1990s. In this episode, Dan, Alexis, and Haley talk a…

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Dante Hockey PxP Demo 2-19-24 36:46

9M ago36:46

36:46

Dante De Caria's play-by-play demo with Drew Postey on colour during the second period between the Regina Pats and Calgary Hitmen on Feb. 19, 2024 at the Brandt Centre.By Diamond Dante Audio

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Itty Bitty Ads 32:35

9M ago32:35

32:35

Welcome to a truly itty bitty episode with guest host, Gabriel—founder, creator, and archivist for @Itty_Bitty_Queer_History. In this episode, Haley takes a page out of Gabriel’s teeny tiny books to pursue some short & sweet personal ads. These authors are very concise yet have a diverse set of needs—from bowling buddies to sugar daddies, water spo…

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Heavenly Bodies Looking for Venus: Sapphic Ads with Jack Jen Gieseking 50:45

9M ago50:45

50:45

Are you ready to source the galaxies of love? Dip your tongue into this new episode, where Haley & Dr. Jack Jen Gieseking (author of the incredible book A Queer New York) match with some sapphic ads. Whether you’re looking for a good old-fashioned co-dependent, a skateboard bean, a Genteel Daddy pretty boy butch, or a chic Joni Mitchell lookalike—c…

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Androgynous Ads with Asho 52:20

10M ago52:20

52:20

Attention all you macaroni boys and genderful twinks! Asho joins Haley for a series of ads written by self-acclaimed androgynous lovers. Do you dream of tossing a salad with a cute “she-boy” or maintaining eye contact all the way “through”? Catch these ads before another 30 years passes! Follow Asho on Instagram at @Asho_Buckingham to view & purcha…

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Bitesized Bit: Lesbian Phone Sex 5:50

11M ago5:50

5:50

You think you're sexually frustrated? Try talking to a gal on the lesbian party lines in the '90s! In this truly tiny bite-sized episode, Haley reads from Liz Tracey's article in Outweek: "Hung Up on the Lesbo Line." Listen to us on Spotify, Stitcher, Apple Podcast, or wherever you listen to your tunes! Interested in being on the show? Contact us a…

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Hockey PxP Demo 11 - 19 - 23 10:15

12M ago10:15

10:15

Dante De Caria Play-by-Play Demo of the end of the second period between the Regina Pats and Brandon Wheat Kings on November 12, 2023.By Diamond Dante Audio

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The Body Politic with Dr. Alex Ketchum 1:05:38

1y ago1:05:38

1:05:38

Haley sits down with Dr. Alex Ketchum, a professor at McGill University’s Institute for Gender, Sexuality, and Feminist Studies, and author of books such as Engage in Public Scholarship: A Guidebook on Feminist and Accessible Communication & Ingredients for Revolution: A History of American Feminist Restaurants, Cafes, and Coffeehouses. In this epi…

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Seeking Nice Jewish Girls 1:07:51

1+ y ago1:07:51

1:07:51

In this episode, Haley & Lauren Hoffman of the Capital Jewish Museum wander through New York, San Francisco, and Minnesota following these Jewish sapphic lonely hearts. Check your baggage at the door and prepare to meet a Would-Be Cowboy, a“Highly Flawed and Special” artist, and a gal looking for a “New Age thinker with a specific physical discipli…

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Bitesized Bit: Sentenced to Voicejail 21:36

1+ y ago21:36

21:36

You ignore your voicemail, but have you heard of voicejail? Imagine the world before the internet, before blogs and discord servers and reddit forums or Google reviews. Where did people release their pent up anxieties, how did they share their niche interests, or act out their weird bits? In this bite-sized episode, Haley looks at the fascinating m…

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Bad, Bold, and Wiser Ads from Florida 1:02:34

1+ y ago1:02:34

1:02:34

Throw on some sunscreen and grab your mosquito spray, we’re going to Florida! Haley & Kayleigh read ads from Orlando, Cape Canaveral, and Pasco County. Help us choose between a gay nudist tour guide, Xena the Warrior princess, and the vegetarian aesthete. It’s probably one of the most ‘90s centered episodes yet! Listen to us on Spotify, Stitcher, A…

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Bitesized Bit: Mousie Mousie Wildflower 19:11

1+ y ago19:11

19:11

"All my love, Porcupine" was a poetic sign-off for one smitten woodland creature to her mousie lover. Throughout the 1970s and '80s, the personal ads to the Gay Community News in Boston began with an entry addressed to "Mousie Mousie Wildflower." And for once, Haley has found a (vaguely) satisfying conclusion to this classified ad mystery. Tune in …

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Phoning It In with Brad Shreve 57:21

1+ y ago57:21

57:21

*Ring ring* Hello? Did you know that you could call a phone number to leave a voicemail personal ad? “Talking” personal ads became popular around the 1980s and ‘90s as a quick way to hook up or meet someone cute! This week, mystery fiction author and host of Queer We Are podcast, Brad Shreve, joins Haley to recount his own encounters via the voicem…

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Interview with the Queen of Lesbian Erotica: Robbi Sommers Bryant 37:56

1+ y ago37:56

37:56

In this episode, Haley sits down with Robbi Sommers Bryant–author, editor, watercolor artist, and the Queen of Lesbian Erotica. A well-earned title, as Sommers Bryant published nine erotica books–one of which, Personal Ads, follows several stories after lesbians place newspaper ads looking for something sexy. Find out the inspiration behind the sto…

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Ep. 7: Putting an End to Two Years of Grief (Solo Episode) 55:22

2y ago55:22

55:22

Today, I sit down for my first solo episode with this podcast! In this highly vulnerable episode, I share about the life changing events over the past two years of my life, including losing a family member and then shortly after, losing a friend to suicide. These two events catapulted my life into a whole new state of being. In order to understand …

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New Year, New Queer 44:12

2y ago44:12

44:12

Sleigh bells ring, are you listening…to this new episode? Santa is single and looking for someone to jingle his bells. This week, Haley ropes their friends EJ, Tabitha, and Bekah into a Christmas-New Year’s Eve special, where folks set up their New Year's Eve dates, snuggle bunnies, and winter survival coaches. Happy 2023! Listen to us on Spotify, …

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Cottagecore: Personal Ads Galore 1:02:50

2y ago1:02:50

1:02:50

Are you sick of mind-numbing, capitalist, consumer dating life? You’re not alone! Queers have been plotting their escape from society for decades–and they’re posting personal ads looking for just the right person to share it with. So, throw on your prairie dress, get back to the land, and throw open those cottage windows (stained glass, of course) …

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Contacts: The Correspondence Club for the Mentally Marooned 1:06:41

2y ago1:06:41

1:06:41

Welcome back to Q4Q! This week, queer historian Tyler Albertario & Haley wade through the history of the correspondence club, Contact. The penpal club served as a clandestine way for homosexual correspondents to connect during the 1920s & ‘30s. Learn about notable members like Henry Gerber, Manuel boyFrank, and Frank McCourt–who’s letters form the …

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Penpals, LDRs, and the Early Internet 1:01:02

2y ago1:01:02

1:01:02

Jump on into the Wayback Machine, we’re talking to Steve about Asynchronous Communication. Not to be confused with simultaneous communication, or face to face conversation. So what is it like to date asynchronously? Many of us know! How frustrating is it to send a chat to someone in an app and they leave you on read? But sometimes, just sometimes, …

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GPP#43 [Cartoons/Collectibles] w/ Joe Winchell 1:45:26

2y ago1:45:26

1:45:26

Joe Winchell is a hilarious comedian from NY that seems to love collecting cartoon shaped plastic as much as GPPs host! What do moms think of us adult men pacing around the Target toy isle? We don't know either, but it troubles us greatly. Watch us perform stand-up comedy on JOKE FOLKS September 23rd at Simplay in Hauppauge NY [ https://www.eventbr…

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Butches & Femmes 1:19:29

2y ago1:19:29

1:19:29

Lace up your boots or slip on your platform heels, because it’s Q4Q’s 25th episode! To mark the occasion, Haley invited their good friend and femme fatale, Caillean, to gasp their way through personal ads written by butch and femme lesbians. Whether you’re into lace or leather, chapstick or lip gloss, pants or skirts–some other nonsensical binary, …

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GPP#42 [Reality TV 2] w/ Bridget Kavanagh 1:07:14

2y ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Comedian Bridget Kavanagh hops on mic to talk about her facination with the Bachelor universe of shows and dancing with the stars among other reality TV shows! We drift off course and talk about other guilty pleasures, Gordon Ramsay, and if we should let our different foods on the same plate touch. Bridget can be found on Instagram @BridgetKavanagh…

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GPP#41 [Mental Health] w/ Christian John 1:13:45

2+ y ago1:13:45

1:13:45

Comedian pal of mine Christian John joins GPP to talk about his mild obsession with mental health! Tune in for a great chat about the spookiest of stuff! Check him out @ChristianJohnComedy on instagram!By Brandon LaCarrubba

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Kinks with Kai 1:53:37

2+ y ago1:53:37

1:53:37

This episode, Haley teamed up with Kai of @Rotten_Treasure for one of the kinkiest episodes of the entire show. Sometimes it’s difficult to find a partner into the same things, in the same general geographic area--before Grindr, Craigslist, or KinkD, there were personal ads in the local LGBTQ magazine. Listen as we match with voyeurs, foot worshipp…

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No Strings Attached: Casual Sex 1:12:01

2+ y ago1:12:01

1:12:01

We're talking about casual sex, baby! Haley and their housemate Ari hand-selected several personal ads looking for something sexy, passionate, and hedonistic--hold the emotion. The queers who wrote these ads are looking for a good time, not a long time. Listen to us on Spotify, Stitcher, Apple Podcast, or wherever you listen to your tunes! Interest…

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Collecting [Queer] Personal Ads 1:20:04

2+ y ago1:20:04

1:20:04

This week, Haley geeks out with fellow personal ad aficionado and collector, Dan of @LongLostPersonals. His Instagram account contains hundreds of unique, sexy, and sometimes bizarre personal ads across the decades. Learn about the coded language men used to meet other men in the 1940s, and experience the dirtiest ad Dan has ever seen (so far). Lis…

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The Panti Personals - S3 E4 Arrivalists -Patrick M Barrett 55:41

2+ y ago55:41

55:41

The Panti Personals S3 E4 Arrivalists - Patrick M BarrettPanti Bliss is in conversation with artist and musician Patrick M Barrett aka Arrivalists in this episode of The Panti Personals.Patrick is a true blue Dubliner and his music life has stetched across several identities from his early days in the band Ten Speed Racer ( with two of his brothers…

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Tales of Missed Connections 46:56

2+ y ago46:56

46:56

Have you ever stared at a hottie from across the room, just to let the moment slip away without grabbing their number? Did you compliment someone’s floral button-up, just to trip over your words and forget to ask for their name? Don’t worry, you‘re not alone! Queers have been awkwardly interacting with each other for decades! Join Haley and their g…

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GPP#40 [BDSM] w/ Dan Onorato 1:15:42

2+ y ago1:15:42

1:15:42

Brandon and Dan talk about Dan's experience in BDSM, but end up tackling a bunch of topics regarding many aspects of modern sexuality and how to navigate them waters Check out Dan's solo projects and his band Pin Cushion! They make cool sounds yall should listen toBy Dan Ontario

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The Panti Personals - S3 E3 Farah Elle 54:25

2+ y ago54:25

54:25

The Panti Personals S3 E3 Farah EllePanti is Aunty Panti in this episode with the uber talented Irish Libyan singer and artist Farah Elle. They met five years ago on Pantisocracy when Farah was just emerging and now with her debut album coming out later this year Farah is back and sharing her music, her story and what keeps her joyful. Farah in Ara…

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GPP#39 [Coffee] w/ Christian Hahn 1:07:44

2+ y ago1:07:44

1:07:44

@MingleWithChristain hops on mic to talk about his obsession with the worlds most popular drug delivery system, Coffee! Tune in to hear us chat about coffee, addiction, and Chiropractors. Christian can be found on almost all social platforms as @MingleWithChristian, and solo produces "The Last Straight Man on Earth" series of shorts. See him live a…

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Ep. 5: Reclaim Pride & Radical Authenticity with Felix Mufti 1:18:01

2+ y ago1:18:01

1:18:01

Yes yes, today we talk all things: defund the police, reclaim pride, the prison system, the importance of place (aka growing up as a St Johns emo) "Scouse" as a culture, the right to protest, queer liberation and radical authenticity with Felix Mufti! Whether you find Felix go-go dancing at your fave gay bar, rallying the crowds at a protest he's o…

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The Panti Personals - S3 E2 Dáithí 1:02:13

2+ y ago1:02:13

1:02:13

The Panti Personals S3 E2 DáithíPanti Bliss is with the Ballyvaughan native, and electronic meets traditional music artist Dáithí, in this episode of The Panti Personals. Dáithí grew up in the heartland of Irish traditional music in Co.Clare, he was playing the fiddle by the age of six and his grandfather was the legendary concertina player Chris D…

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Waxing poetic: Wild Nights, Suburus, and… Neitzche? 1:24:09

2+ y ago1:24:09

1:24:09

Oh boy, it’s poem night at Q4Q. Join the party for some of the most mournful, raunchy, and yearning iambic pentameter pieces this show has ever seen. Haley and their special guest, Ash, set out to ask some important questions–When did “snowflake” become a thing? Did Emily Dickinson date women? Will men EVER stop quoting Neitzche? Listen to us on Sp…

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The Panti Personals S3 E1 Pauline Scanlon 57:02

2+ y ago57:02

57:02

The Panti Personals Season 3 Episode 1 Pauline ScanlonThe Panti Personals is back for a new season of conversations and first up is the singer Pauline Scanlon whose new album 'The Unquiet' is a collection of songs inspired by the traumatic life of her mother Eileen. Pauline comes from the Dingle Gaeltacht but has made Headford, Co Galway her home, …

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Ep. 4: Writing About The Big Things with Amerah Saleh 38:51

2+ y ago38:51

38:51

I am so excited for you to hear todays episode with the wonderful Amerah Saleh! Amerah is full of warmth and charisma, as I think you'll spot pretty early on! With humour and passion, she talks us through some family stories, her writing process and her most favourite achievements! This was actually the first episode I ever filmed for the podcast s…

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Happy Birthday Q4Q! 15:02

2+ y ago15:02

15:02

Happy birthday to Q4Q! One year ago, the podcast launched with our premier episode “Seeking a Buff Danny Devito in Indianapolis.” And what a year it’s been! Check out the newest mini-sode, where Haley reflects on some of the best moments of the year and shared some “odds & ends” personal ads that didn’t make the first few episodes. Listen to us on …

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Ep. 3: Staying Motivated & Chasing Your Dreams with Joseph Roberts 50:31

2+ y ago50:31

50:31

Yes yes, today we sit down and talk all things motivation and poetry with artist Joseph Roberts. One of the things I love the most about Joe is how willing he is to chase his dreams. He doesn't wait around for things to happen, instead he takes action to achieve what he wants. With clever rhymes and philosophical insights, I think Joe is really one…

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Ep. 2: Broken Biscuits & Owning Your Truth with Amina Atiq 50:40

2+ y ago50:40

50:40

Today I sat down with Amina Atiq and we reminisce on her career trajectory over the past almost 10 years! Amina shares about her arrival to poetry from a place of activism, and goes on to explain what sharing her truth and owning her narrative means to her today! This was a lovely nostalgic one for me as I have known Amina ever since we first got s…

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Let's Do Sex & Drugs 1:05:06

2+ y ago1:05:06

1:05:06

In this episode, Haley and Rachel (Gaychel) pop open some personal ads looking for a little more. Whether it be physical or chemical–they want pleasure and they want it soon! There will be poppers–certainly pleasure, preservative-laden snacks, and high-impact naked sports. Settle in with your munchies of choice, because these head hunters are meeti…

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Ep. 1: Poetry, Playwriting & Masculinity with Gerry Clarkson 52:21

2+ y ago52:21

52:21

Today, I sat down with Gerry Clarkson. We go deep into Gerrys writing process, his experience growing up, his current delve into playwriting and what he learned about masculinity from being a single parent to two girls! This conversation felt really important and I think you’ll agree that the words between us just flow! Be sure to let us know what …

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Welcome to Q4Q: Queer Personal Ads Podcast 0:27

2+ y ago0:27

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Let's get personal! Since the dawn of time, humans have been desperate for connection. Then we realized we could solicit strangers through the Sunday paper. You’ve heard of Craigslist personals, just imagine the pining and thirst from lonely queers searching for love. Listen as we read and rate personal ads from the ‘70s through today! If you love …

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Regina Pats Alumni Jordan Eberle 12:35

2+ y ago12:35

12:35

Regina Pats Alumni and Seattle Kraken forward Jordan Eberle joins me to chat about his time with the Pats as well as his first season with the Seattle Kraken!By Diamond Dante Audio

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The Panti Personals S2 E8 - Xona 54:14

2+ y ago54:14

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To close Season 2 of The Panti Personals we've a man that Panti Bliss can look up to, even while wearing high heels! It's 6 foot 7 Afro Irish soul singer and songwriter Xona - aka Jordan Onubogu. Xona was born in Lagos but calls Mullingar home, and has now made London his address. He tells the story of how he changed his name to his middle name Jor…

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Oil Kings D Luke Prokop | February 8, 2022 6:14

3y ago6:14

6:14

Edmonton Oil Kings defencemen Luke Prokop is the first openly Gay active player under an NH contract.By Diamond Dante Audio

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Saskatoon Blades Broadcaster Les Lazaruk 7:15

3y ago7:15

7:15

Conversation with Blades PxP broadcaster Les Lazaruk prior to broadcasting his 2000th game on Wednesday, February 2nd, 2022.By Diamond Dante Audio

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The Panti Personals S2 E7 Edel Meade 46:52

3y ago46:52

46:52

Edel Meade is a jazz singer turned contemporary folk artist. She hails from Clonmel but has made Limerick her home and her latest album ‘Brigids and Patricias’ tells the stories of what it is to be a woman in Ireland from myth to misogyny; with songs about the true, though still unbelievable story, of Bridget Cleary, whose husband burnt her to deat…

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The Panti Personals S2 E6 Zapho & Senita Appiakorang 53:43

3y ago53:43

53:43

The Panti Personals S2 E6 Zapho & Senita Appiakorang To mark the beginning of a new year of twos our Queen, Panti Bliss, is with a winning twosome, two boss women from the X Collective, co founder Zapho, aka Ele Breslin and her fellow singer and songwriter Senita Appiakorang. The X Collective is a coming together of new Irish music talent and ambit…

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Cruising Craiglist with Alexis Macaluso 45:11

3y ago45:11

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Welcome to another episode of Q4Q, where Haley meets with Alexis Macaluso, author and artist of the new book Deeply Personal: A Journey into Earth’s most curious classified ads—to cruise through some Craigslist ads and newspapers from the ‘60s, ‘80s, and ‘90s. Will you sign up for the “Gay” cruise, find an old Army buddy from ‘Nam, or maybe hook up…