Best Queer As Fact Podcasts (2024)

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Qalonymos ben Qalonymos 50:35

2h ago50:35

50:35

Today's episode is on a passage from the work of 14th century French Jewish writer and translator Qalonymos ben Qalonymos. Join us to learn about Qalonymos' life, explore their understandings of gender through a passage from their work the Even Bochan, and discuss its connections to historical and modern Jewish practice. Check out our website, wher…

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Are We Any Happier in 2024? with Gretchen Rubin 52:58

39m ago52:58

52:58

Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year?? Gretchen Rubin is back with Jonathan to check in on our New Year's resolutions. We get real about how difficult it can be to find balance in our chaotic world, and the importance of finding fulfillment because after all, happy people are engaged people. We learn all about how Jonathan’s been …

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Flexible models of service supports S6E24 46:22

2h ago46:22

46:22

In this week’s episode, we speak with Gaenor Dixon, Tania Kelly, and Yadanar Tutt from the Department of Education in Queensland. Gaenor, Tania and Yadanar have been working with schools to establish flexible ways of delivering their services without compromising on quality. We discuss some of the enablers, barriers, and outcomes of these flexible …

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PRETTY CURIOUS | Are Y2K Trends Making A Comeback? with Fat Mascara 42:05

2h ago42:05

42:05

Jess & Jenn from Fat Mascara are here for the beauty podcasting collab of the century! We talk about the evolution of beauty related media, how they’ve seen the industry change, and all the major tips & tricks they’ve picked up from all the founders and icons they’ve interviewed throughout the years. Plus, Y2K nostalgia, chunky highlights, and the …

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Art, Science and Symphony of Nature : In conversation with Anish Kirtane 31:04

1d ago31:04

31:04

In this captivating episode, we are joined by Anish Kirtane, a Ph.D. researcher at ETH Zürich whose remarkable journey fuses the worlds of science and art. Anish’s work in environmental DNA (eDNA) research is paving the way for innovative biodiversity conservation methods, while his artistic endeavors highlight the intricate beauty of nature. Anish…

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What's Going On With Sharks? 54:59

3d ago54:59

54:59

We are getting into all the Shark Week fun here on Getting Curious with Dr. Gavin Naylor! Jonathan and Gavin dive deep into all things sharks: Are attacks really becoming more common, or is that just our perception? Why are there only 530 species of sharks, and what makes them so resilient? What does intrauterine cannibalism mean? And Dr. Naylor te…

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fACTS: fluency + Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for stuttering, and NAIDOC Week reflections S6E23 52:17

3d ago52:17

52:17

In this week’s episode we speak start with a few reflections on NAIDOC Week and how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being, and doing add to our profession. Next, we speak with Dr Alice Hart from Curtin University about an approach for stuttering that includes both fluency and cognitive/behavioural supports. She discusses elem…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | How Does Acupuncture Work? with Dr. Eileen Li 42:34

9d ago42:34

42:34

If you’re anything like us, then you have endless burning questions about acupuncture: How exactly does it work? Can it relieve my stress? Indigestion? Headaches? Chronic pain? Acne? Dr. Eileen Li joins Jonathan to answer all this…and more! She shares her approach to treating the body’s whole health with both a Traditional Chinese Medicine and West…

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What's The Biden Administration Doing For The Environment? 47:10

10d ago47:10

47:10

White House National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi is here to tell us all about the major policy efforts that are making historic gains in the fight against climate change. Jonathan and Ali cover it all: from Ali’s journey to this work, to environmental justice concerns, to the many ways in which investing in these policies help strengthen local econom…

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Rebroadcast Voice Disorders: Exploring Classification and a Telehealth Assessment Model S6E22 43:53

10d ago43:53

43:53

From time to time we rebroadcast popular episodes from our past catalogue. This week we bring you an episode from season 4, where Gaylea Fritsch, Vic Branch Professional Education committee member, chats with Chris Payten, Advanced Speech Pathologist at Gold Coast Hospital and PhD candidate at the University of Sydney. Chris explores his current Ph…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | How Are My Table Manners? with Jessie & Lennie Ware 39:52

12d ago39:52

39:52

Jessie & Lennie Ware sat down with JVN for a good old chit-chat on their podcast Table Manners, and we’re bringing you some highlights from that incredible conversation, plus some of our standard Pretty Curious fare! We go deep on how Jessie puts together looks for her album covers, Lennie’s classic red lip, and Whitney Houston’s “I Look To You.” P…

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Okuhara Seiko 1:03:20

13d ago1:03:20

1:03:20

Today's episode is on the 19th-century Japanese artist Okuhara Seiko. Join us to learn about gender in Japan's Meiji era, an 1860s coming-out party, and getting a doctor's certificate to cut your hair. Check out our website, where you can find our sources, as well as everything there is to know about Queer as Fact. If you enjoy our content, conside…

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How Fun Is Alan Carr? 40:50

17d ago40:50

40:50

Jonathan and Alan recently met at Adele’s Vegas residency show and were instantly obsessed with each other! The two sit down for a truly delightful conversation about the journey of Alan’s career from working as a call center operator to becoming a UK comedy icon. The two chat about what it’s like to be a gay comedian, The Friday Night Project, and…

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Fostering queer diversity in the speech pathology profession S06 E21 50:32

17d ago50:32

50:32

In this week’s episode we speak with Kathryn Fordyce (she/they), Sandy Lin (she/they), Cyndal Nelson (they/them), and Dr Robert Wells (he/him) who are members of the Queer Speech Collective. They discuss the dimensions of identity, aspects of a professional group identity or “mould” that can be problematic, the importance of a workforce that transc…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | What’s The Deal With Hyperpigmentation? 38:06

20d ago38:06

38:06

Desiree Verdejo took a leap of faith: she left the grind of New York corporate law and opened a boutique in Harlem, which eventually led her to found Hyper! skincare. Desiree joins Jonathan to talk all about how she made this massive pivot over time and to follow your own instincts. Plus the two go deep on hyperpigmentation for sensitive skin of al…

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Where Have All The Gay Bars Gone? 52:57

26d ago52:57

52:57

Did you know that between 2006 and 2016, 58% of bars, pubs, and nightclubs that catered to the LGBTQ community closed in London? Sociologist Amin Ghaziani joins Jonathan to explain this phenomena and how the queer community is adapting. The two dig deep into how the norms of the typical gay bar often exclude already marginalized folks in the LGTBQ …

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Pathological demand avoidance S6E20 40:08

24d ago40:08

40:08

In this week’s episode we speak with Dr Theresa Kidd and Dr Miriam Kirby, who are both Clinical Psychologists at The Kidd Clinic. PDA is an Autistic profile that is relatively newly described, Theresa and Miriam speak about how to identify individual with this profile and how to support them in a neurodiversity affirming and trauma informed way.Res…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | How Did You Go From Kitchen Sink to Oprah Winfrey? with Lisa Price 34:49

27d ago34:49

34:49

This week, we have Carol’s Daughter founder, Lisa Price! Lisa tells Jonathan about her decades-long journey to lasting success: from back in the early days when she made and sold products out of her kitchen at a time when there were barely any natural hair products on the shelves, all the way through being inducted into the National Museum of Afric…

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Cassandro 1:14:33

1M ago1:14:33

1:14:33

Today's episode is on Cassandro, the 2023 biopic of luchador Saúl Armendáriz. Join us as we learn about the history of lucha libre, the growing visibility of queer wrestlers and whether a luchador could become president of Mexico. Check out our website, where you can find our sources, as well as everything there is to know about Queer as Fact. If y…

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Gay Republicans? 57:24

1M ago57:24

57:24

Neil J. Young is here to answer all our burning questions about the history of gay people within the Republican party! Neil and Jonathan go back to the Mattachine Society in the 1950s and the beginnings of the Log Cabin Republicans in the late 1970s when neither political party accepted homosexuality. Then the two examine how gay Republicans were i…

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Reflective supervision: Social-emotional and relationship informed learning and support S06 E19 55:38

1M ago55:38

55:38

In this week’s episode, we speak with Dawn Neenan and Magalí Stolovitsky Colb, adjunct lecturers at Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in the United States. They explain reflective supervision, how it compares to traditional supervision, and the benefits of integrating reflective practice into supervision. They also discuss how spe…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | What’s It Like To Design Iconic Looks For RuPaul? with ZALDY 37:12

1M ago37:12

37:12

Did you know that the looks for Ru Paul’s Drag Race, Lady Gaga’s Monster Ball Tour, Britney Spears’ Femme Fatale Tour, Katy Perry’s Vegas Residency, and Cirque du Soleil were all created by ONE design genius? It’s true! ZALDY is the artist behind this incredible oeuvre…and our guest on Pretty Curious. ZALDY tells Jonathan all about his journey from…

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Carving our own identity in a foreign space : In conversation with Dhruti Shah 35:53

1M ago35:53

35:53

It's easy to conform to the norm. We all have dreams that reality shatters as we grow up. We start questioning whether our identity and voice matter, whether having opinions leaves a mark in this world, and whether being a dead fish in the sea is the better route to take. As we grow, it's easy to choose greed over good, to conform to the wrong, and…

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How Are The Asexuals Doing? with Angela Chen 50:07

1M ago50:07

50:07

Happy Pride, Curious People! We’re kicking the month off by talking with Angela Chen about the often overlooked “A” in LGBTQIA+. Angela lays down the basics of asexuality, then she and Jonathan talk more deeply about how the "Ace" perspective can offer everyone a new lens through which to think about their relationships to romance, sex, desire, and…

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Oral histories: SPA Life Member Deb Theodoros S06 E18 24:57

1M ago24:57

24:57

In this week’s episode we speak with SPA life member, and Emeritus Professor Deborah Theodoros AO. Deb speaks about her reflections of how the field has progressed and changed, as well as the things she is looking forward to.   Resources:  UQ tele-rehabilitation clinic: https://health-clinics.uq.edu.au/services/telerehabilitation BUSH Kids: https:/…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | How Hot Is Jewelry? with Irene Neuwirth 35:45

1M ago35:45

35:45

We’re MAJOR fans of Irene Neuwirth Jewelry, known for her one-of-a-kind and incredibly gorgeous pieces! Irene tells Jonathan the story of her slow and steady journey from hobbyist at local gem shows to crafting unique pieces for major celebrities. She shares all that inspires her creative vision from her mother’s influence as a painter, to mixing a…

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Nellie Small 1:13:29

1M ago1:13:29

1:13:29

We're back! Today's episode is on the Australian singer and male impersonator, Nellie Small. Join us to hear about the experiences of people of colour in 20th-century Australia, Nellie's extensive and stylish suit collection, and an unfortunate reminder that, regardless of your gender presentation, your boss will always try to steal your wages. Che…

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How Can We Be More Effective With Language? 55:20

2M ago55:20

55:20

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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Leadership and wellbeing in the profession S06E17 47:01

2M ago47:01

47:01

In this week’s episode, our first ever live recording, from the SPA 2024 Conference in Boorloo, Perth, a panel of contributors speaks about their reflections on leadership, and the importance of wellbeing within this. Arielle Cassian (she/her), Belinda Kenny (she/her), Cyndal Nelson (they/them), and Ishwari Samarakoon (she/her), speak about the opp…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | What's It Like To Run Allure Magazine? with Jessica Cruel 41:48

2M ago41:48

41:48

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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What’s the State of Misinformation? with Renée DiResta 1:11:17

2M ago1:11:17

1:11:17

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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Speech pathology practice in Neonatal Care S06 E16 48:29

2M ago48:29

48:29

In this week’s episode, SPA’s Senior Advisor Professional Standards, Marie Atherton, speaks with Angie Canning and Justine Slattery, Project Officers for the development of the Practice Guideline: Speech pathology practice in Neonatal Care. They discuss the range of roles of speech pathologists have in Australian NICUs, the transition from problem-…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | How Dieux We Know What Works for Our Skin? with Charlotte Palermino 36:01

2M ago36:01

36:01

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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On science, storytelling and future of Indian astronomy : In conversation with Rudra Sekhri 41:01

2M ago41:01

41:01

In this inspiring episode of breaking the facts, we are thrilled to host Rudra, the youngest guest we've ever had on the show! Rudra's enthusiasm for astronomy is truly infectious, and his journey from a passionate stargazer to an influential science communicator is nothing short of remarkable. Tune in as we delve into what sparked Rudra's love for…

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What Was The U.S. Up To From 1980-2001? 1:02:27

2M ago1:02:27

1:02:27

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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Ethical AI in Speech Pathology, part 2 community voices S06 E15 41:01

2M ago41:01

41:01

In this week’s episode, Kim Beesley and Jen Morris, community representatives, from SPA ethics board, speak about AI in health care and in particular, speech pathology practice. As service users Kim and Jen share what they are excited about, and what they would like to feel assured that ethical reasoning is at the centre of any decision making abou…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | What’s the Deal with Psoriasis? 45:57

2M ago45:57

45:57

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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How Does Hilarity For Charity Bring Light To Alzheimer's? with Seth & Lauren Rogen 45:51

2M ago45:51

45:51

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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Ethical AI in Speech Pathology, part 1 S06 E14 39:02

2M ago39:02

39:02

In this week’s episode, Professor Emma Power, from UTS, speaks about AI in speech pathology practice. Emma speaks about the opportunities and considerations that using Generative AI can provide and the ethical considerations that we need to be thinking about. This conversation will continue next week when we hear from consumers about their percepti…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | How Can Baths Improve My Wellbeing? 34:08

2M ago34:08

34:08

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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Why Does Gynecological Care Affect Us All? 48:58

3M ago48:58

48:58

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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Rebroadcast: Supporting the mental health needs of people with aphasia S06 E13 30:34

3M ago30:34

30:34

A few times a year we rebroadcast episodes of interest to listeners. This week, we bring you an episode from season 3. Leah Paice, from the Vic Branch Professional Education committee, chats with Dr. Caroline Baker, Research Affiliate at the Aphasia CRE and Research and Clinical Practice Lead in the Speech Pathology Department at Monash Health. Car…

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Empowering Scientific Curiosity through Comics : In conversation with Dr Colleen Kelley 30:02

3M ago30:02

30:02

In this captivating episode, we embark on a journey of enlightenment and discovery with the remarkable Dr. Colleen Kelley, a luminary in the field of chemistry education. From her humble beginnings to international recognition, Dr. Kelley's story is one of relentless pursuit and unwavering dedication. As the founder of Kids Chemical Solutions, she …

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PRETTY CURIOUS | How Did You Become A Master Wigologist? 36:17

3M ago36:17

36:17

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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Where Does Plastic Go? 51:04

3M ago51:04

51:04

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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Conference keynote address- Creating Speech Pathology impact S06 E12 27:59

3M ago27:59

27:59

In this week’s episode we speak with Professor Andrew Whitehouse ahead of his keynote address for the 2024 SPA conference, in Boorloo, Perth. Andrew speaks about some of the things he will cover in his keynote address on May 28th 2024, as well as a discussion about the way speech pathologists can find meaning in their daily work.    Speech Patholog…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | What’s It Like To Work For Cosmo U.K.? 38:23

3M ago38:23

38:23

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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Who Was John Hancock? 50:30

3M ago50:30

50:30

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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Demystifying Auditing S06 E11 28:36

3M ago28:36

28:36

In this week’s episode, Rosie Miller Advisor from the Professional Standards team discusses the audits that SPA conducts. Rosie clarifies the auditing process and speaks about why this is a process that SPA undertakes. Speech Pathology Australia acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of lands, seas and waters throughout Australia, and pay respect t…

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From Lab to Advocacy : Navigating Diversity in Science 36:22

3M ago36:22

36:22

"Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime." Indeed, our alma mater plays a pivotal role in shaping the individuals we become. For me, my alma mater has been instrumental in shaping my identity. It's where my passion for research was ignited, where I encountered remarkable individuals, and whe…

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