Best Gabbi Tuft Podcasts (2024)

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From WWE Superstar To Trans Mother W/Gabbi Tuft 37:50

9d ago37:50

37:50

Wrestling and the WWE have been the cornerstone of masculinity since their creation. Despite the fancy colors and over-the-top costumes, bulging muscles, and manly screams, the queer community is still a part of this world. So, what would it look like if a former WWE star completed a full trans-feminine journey and returned to the ring? Today on PR…

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A Holistic Approach to Gender-Affirming Care 27:56

2d ago27:56

27:56

Is healthcare a right or a privilege? Amid a national debate, one group finds itself in the crosshairs - the transgender community. Today, we’re diving headfirst into a hot-button issue that’s making waves in news and politics - the critical role of mental health support in gender-affirming care. This week, we’re speaking with Dr. Angela Rodriguez,…

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Reviving And Protecting The Stonewall Inn w/Stacy Lentz 32:41

15d ago32:41

32:41

In honor of the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, we’re releasing a special episode with a co-owner of the famous Stonewall Inn Stacy Lentz. In case you didn’t know the Stonewall Inn was the epicenter of the queer liberation movement and is considered a vital piece of history. Around the mid-90s the Stonewall Inn was on the verge of closing its d…

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Drag as an Art Form w/ Yvie Oddly 29:50

16d ago29:50

29:50

Yvie Oddly took the world by storm when she strutted her way to victory in the eleventh season of RuPaul’s Drag Race. Her unique style and boundary-pushing performances earned her a spot as one of the most influential drag queens, as recognized by New York Magazine in June 2019. In this week’s episode, we’re diving into the wonderfully weird world …

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Slaying Vampires and the Gender Binary in Hollywood with Donia Kash 29:05

24d ago29:05

29:05

In 2022, Donia Kash made a significant mark in television history as the first openly nonbinary actor to lead a Hallmark film, portraying the character of Suzette in The Secrets of Bella Vista. This week on PRIDE, they share their insights from that groundbreaking experience. Plus, we delve into Donia's multilingual upbringing, and discuss their pe…

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Uncovering the Vibrant Queer History in Appalachia 32:27

1M ago32:27

32:27

Join us on a journey to Roanoke, Virginia, a small city in the Appalachian South with a vibrant, untold queer history. Despite its conservative surroundings, Roanoke stands as a resilient hub for LGBTQ+ life. In this episode, we welcome Dr. Samantha Rosenthal, author of "Living Queer History, Remembrance and Belonging in a Southern City." Through a…

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GLO Ronnie Radke 1:08:21

1M ago1:08:21

1:08:21

Ronnie Radke joins Gabbi as his new song "All my life" with Jelly Roll drops today! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Gabbi Tuft

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The Many Paths to Parenthood: A Queer Surrogacy Story 38:02

1M ago38:02

38:02

This week on Pride, we explore the profound journey of surrogacy through the inspiring story of Zarah Hilliard, a young queer mom and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community. Zarah shares her experiences as she embarks on her second surrogacy journey, helping same-sex couples start families. We also hear from Daryl and Randall, two dads who worked wit…

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Baby Reindeer’s Nava Mau 25:15

2M ago25:15

25:15

This week on PRIDE, we get a behind the scenes look at the hit Netflix series, Baby Reindeer with Nava Mau who plays Teri. The darkly funny and intense seven-part series is based on the real story of Richard Gadd, who stars as Donny, a comedian who is relentlessly stalked by a woman after he offers her a free drink at the bar he works at. The ser…

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We're going trolling 1:42:39

2M ago1:42:39

1:42:39

Gabbi responds to crazy TikTok comments from trolls with absolute "no holds barred" reactions. Britt also reads her the most commonly asked questions about fitness & nutrition and Gabbi provides in-depth responses. Full video available at: https://patreon.com/GabbiTuft ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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A Queer History of the United States: Part 6 33:53

2M ago33:53

33:53

We’ve come a long way, Pride listeners. Six weeks ago, we started on this journey to better understand the queer history of the United States. And re-listening to this series, which we originally aired in 2020, we're reminded of how many extraordinary stories there are. We began by looking at the many genders in the indigenous nations of pre-coloni…

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A Queer History of the United States: Part 5 27:43

2M ago27:43

27:43

Last week we learned that the 15th president of the United States, James Buchanan, may have been gay. Unfortunately, we also learned he was kind of garbage, so we’re not going to claim him. Today, we forge ahead into Part 5 of our series on the queer history of the United States. Not only is our guide, best-selling author and LGBTQ+ historian Dr. E…

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A Queer History of the United States: Part 4 21:12

2M ago21:12

21:12

It’s an election year again. And the first time we aired this series – A Queer History of the United States – was the last election year, 2020. This year, we have a record-breaking choice between the two oldest men in the history of the presidential race. And four years ago, they set that record for the first time. But we’re not here to talk about …

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A Queer History of the United States: Part 3 23:15

2M ago23:15

23:15

If you think about it, it’s kind of funny that almost everything we know about the personal lives of historical figures we learned by snooping in their letters and diaries. Without phones and email and DMs, the things that weren’t said out loud were only written down on paper and lucky for us, sometimes saved for posterity. Today on Pride, we’ll re…

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A Queer History of the United States: Part 2 30:17

3M ago30:17

30:17

When you studied the revolutionary war in school, you probably learned about Paul Revere’s midnight ride, Thomas Paine’s pamphlet “Common Sense,” and the Declaration of Independence. You might have even learned about Baron von Steuben, the Prussian Lieutenant General who whipped the American Troops into shape during the darkest hours of the Revolut…

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A Queer History of The United States: Part 1 34:46

3M ago34:46

34:46

The history of the United States is probably a bit more queer than you realize. Starting today on the show, we’re revisiting one of our favorite series: a six part deep dive into the queer history of the US, which we originally aired in 2020. Our guide throughout this epic journey is none other than Dr. Eric Cervini, the award-winning author, produ…

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Jeff Kotterman 1:07:21

3M ago1:07:21

1:07:21

Jeff Kotterman, Director of the National Association of Sports Nutrition, joins Gabbi to dispel internet and social media fitness/nutrition myths and bad science. Full video available at: https://patreon.com/GabbiTuft ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Gabbi Tuft

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Learning To Love What Your Body Can Do w/ Julia Turshen 44:19

3M ago44:19

44:19

Today on PRIDE, we welcome Julia Turshen, a New York Times best-selling cookbook author and… powerlifter! Like a lot of us, Julia struggled with body image and the societal pressure to take up less space. Powerlifting has helped her learn to love what her body can do. We’ll talk about how she became one of the best-known cookbook authors in the US,…

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Robert E. Blackmon 1:48:45

3M ago1:48:45

1:48:45

Robert E Blackmon, a lifestyle specialist, shares stories full of Hollywood intrigue to becoming a published author and the Black Gay Martha Stewart! Full video available at: https://patreon.com/GabbiTuft ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Gabbi Tuft

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Beyond the Disney Fairytale w/ Jim Fielding 34:45

3M ago34:45

34:45

This week on PRIDE, we sit down with Jim Fielding, former Disney retail president and author of All Pride, No Ego, A Queer Executive's Journey to Living and Leading Authentically. Jim breaks down his journey as a queer executive moving through more conservative spaces, how a love for a brand and fictional character isn’t enough to drive growth in y…

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Eden the Doll 1:19:26

4M ago1:19:26

1:19:26

Eden the Doll and Gabbi are on fire! From Eden's childhood, to her relationship status, and all things trans, this is one for the books! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Gabbi Tuft

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DIY Advocacy w/ The Trans Handyma'am Mercury Stardust 36:39

4M ago36:39

36:39

What’s the cost of entering the public eye as a trans person? As the pendulum starts to swing back on queer rights in the world, we need trans advocates now more than ever. We sat down with Mercury Stardust to look back on the last three years of her time in the public eye, from her impact on TikTok to her New York Times Bestselling book Safe and S…

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The One with Conor McDermott-Mostowy 33:54

4M ago33:54

33:54

When it comes to the ice, Conor McDermott-Mostowy is fast – like, really fast! A national speed-skating champion and a member of US Speedskating who has won medals across the world, the American knows all about what it takes to compete at the top-level – and how to do it while balancing his sport with a university degree. Conor came out publicly in…

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Mama Tot (Ophelia Nicols) 1:24:38

4M ago1:24:38

1:24:38

Mama Tot shares her incredible story of her childhood, abuse, and how she overcame all of it to become social media's "mom" to the world. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Gabbi Tuft

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The One with Nick Ransom 33:42

4M ago33:42

33:42

You may well have seen Nick Ransom reporting on Sky, ITV, BBC and plenty of other outlets – covering everything from the footballing stories of Afghan refugees to LGBTQ+ representation in the media. He’s also worked as a producer, bringing together content for events like the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, Wimbledon, the Euros and more – basically…

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PrEP for Anyone w/ Tristan Shukraft 37:19

4M ago37:19

37:19

If you don’t know anything about PrEP, the short answer is that it is a preventive medicine that reduces the risks of contracting HIV/AIDS with up to 99% effectiveness. While this is an incredible step in eradicating this disease, the new problem to solve is the distribution and access to the drug. In this episode of PRIDE, we sit down with Tristan…

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The One with John Reavey 36:55

4M ago36:55

36:55

Big games deserve the big build – and that’s what John Reavey does when it comes to the Premier League. The director and creative producer is responsible for some of the video packages that you’ve seen hyping a number of the beautiful game’s massive matches – including the Manchester Derby and the start of the new season. It’s not just there that y…

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Heidi Levon 1:35:05

4M ago1:35:05

1:35:05

Cosplay queen, tattoo model, and viral social media sensation Heidi Lavon joins Gabbi for a hilarious episode. They talk about her formula for social media, tattoos, how she met James, and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Gabbi Tuft

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Queer on the Frontier w/ Peter Boag 37:04

4M ago37:04

37:04

Today on PRIDE, we uncover the true history of the queer pioneers with Professor of American History at Washington State University Peter Boag. Having dedicated a large portion of his life to studying a broader American history in the West and its intersection with queerness, Peter has unique insight into the life and achievements of the various LG…

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The One with Samantha Stewart 37:26

4M ago37:26

37:26

We feature professional wrestling on the podcast a lot – but this is only the second time that we’re speaking to someone from the world of freestyle wrestling. And honestly, what better way to do it than with Samantha Stewart?! The Canadian is a multiple-time medallist and a Pan-American champion who has been involved in the sport for more than twe…

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Kelsi Bergmann (AKA: BigSexy81) 1:19:05

4M ago1:19:05

1:19:05

Hold on as Gabbi pops Kelsi's podcast cherry! Known virally as BigSexy81, Kelsi is a 6'-5" lesbian who's story will make you laugh, cry, and love her even more. Full video available at: https://patreon.com/GabbiTuft ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Gabbi Tuft

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From Grindr to Motto: Building a Queer Dating App w/ Joel Simkhai 26:24

4M ago26:24

26:24

Grindr, synonymous with LGBTQ+ casual dating, has reshaped queer community interactions since its 2009 launch by Joel Simkhai. Now with over 13.5 million global users, it's influenced late-night humor and news while facing scandals and critiques for its anonymity feature—intended to protect users in hostile environments, yet sometimes misused for s…

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The One with Lucy Clark 39:18

4M ago39:18

39:18

‘It’s my church’ – that’s how Lucy Clark has previously described her love of football, and the meaning that she attaches to her involvement with the beautiful game. Her appointment at the end of January as the new manager at Sutton United Women was therefore not just a moment of personal achievement, but a landmark for the game as well – with Clar…

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Chavo Guerrero 1:16:33

4M ago1:16:33

1:16:33

Gabbi sits down with 3rd generation wrestling legend and the Hollywood go-to man for all things wrestling, Chavo Guerrero. They talk training the cast of the new Iron Claw movie with Zac Efron, the life changing empowerment that the GLOW female cast received through their training with Chavo, and so much more. Full video available at: https://patre…

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The Gay History of Rodeo 38:32

5M ago38:32

38:32

Did you know that queerness in the West is at least 140 years old? The original cowboy community was biracial, bilingual, and homosocial. Two men getting married in far-flung places like Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming wasn’t a rarity - it was commonplace. In this episode of PRIDE, we sit down with Rebecca Scofield, a professor at the University of Ida…

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The One with Robbie Manson 36:01

5M ago36:01

36:01

When Robbie Manson announced that he was hanging up his oars ahead of the Tokyo Games, he’d already achieved a bucket-load of amazing sporting achievements. The New Zealander had competed at back-to-back Olympics in London and Rio, had secured a spot for Tokyo – and, with multiple World Rowing Cups and a World Rowing Championship bronze medal in 20…

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Blaire White 1:13:15

5M ago1:13:15

1:13:15

Viral YouTube sensation and political commentator, Blaire White, shares her life story - including aspects she's never talked about previously. Her and Gabbi dive deep into her childhood, her family, and her transition. Full video available at: https://patreon.com/GabbiTuft ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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The One with Gabbi Tuft 36:24

5M ago36:24

36:24

If you were watching professional wrestling in the mid-2010s, you’d have seen Gabbi Tuft in action – where she was better known as WWE superstar Tyler Reks. There were matches at the Royal Rumble, Survivor Series, appearances on many of the WWE’s flagship shows – but it was only when wrestling came to an end that Tuft was able to become her authent…

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Katie Forbes 59:46

5M ago59:46

59:46

Katie Forbes, the Queen of Twerk and reigning UWW Women's Champ shares how she built her business online and her entry into wrestling. Gabbi and Katie also swap stories about their love life, surgeries and more with Katie's booty clapping back! Full video available at: https://patreon.com/GabbiTuft ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Queer Cannabis w/ Green Qween 31:44

5M ago31:44

31:44

In 2023, roughly 81% of all cannabis retailers were owned by cis white men across all legal states. However, a 2020 study performed at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs showed that the LGBTQ+ community consumes the plant at a much higher rate than the heterosexual community. So why haven’t more queer-owned cannabis retailers opened in the va…

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The One with Chris Paouros 33:50

5M ago33:50

33:50

For as long as Chris Paouros can remember, she’s been a proud supporter of Tottenham Hotspur. But while she’s always loved her football team, she’s not always been sure that football has loved her back – which is why she’s spent years trying to transform the game into somewhere that everyone feels welcome. Her CV is formidable enough – a vice-chair…

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Perez Hilton 1:29:36

5M ago1:29:36

1:29:36

In this world premiere breakout episode, Gabbi sits down with the internet's most notorious gossip columnist and OMG do they spill the tea on EVERYTHING!! Perez talks about what it's like to be a father, his "brick to the head moment" when he turned his life around, and his new positive outlook on life. Gabbi spills WAY too much information in this…

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A Walk on the Wild Side with Dan O’Neill 48:59

5M ago48:59

48:59

Have you ever seen a gay explorer on TV going on extreme wildlife adventures and introducing audiences to the wonders of nature? Neither had we, but that’s exactly what Dan O’Neill is changing. Not only is he a skilled independent filmmaker and presenter, but he is also pursuing a PhD in zoology, specializing in remote expeditions and conservation …

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The One with Jason Webber 37:54

5M ago37:54

37:54

Take a look at the CV of Jason Webber, and you’ll see that a passion for equality and diversity is burned into everything does. For more than a decade, he was a campaign co-ordinator with Show Racism the Red Card – and since 2020, he’s been a key part of trying to make the beautiful game something for everyone in Wales as the senior EDI Manager at …

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GLO Trailer Episode 3:42

5M ago3:42

3:42

Gabbi Tuft hosts her new podcast GLO. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Gabbi Tuft

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The One with James Laley 35:57

5M ago35:57

35:57

If there’s anyone who knows about what it takes to make football inclusive, it’s James Laley. As the founder of Rainbow Blades, he’s helped embed diversity in the heart of what Sheffield United does, and it’s not just us saying that either – as James has been recognised not once but twice as this year’s Football v Homophobia Awards. So, we felt it …

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The One with Mikey Connor 37:58

6M ago37:58

37:58

In a way, Mikey Connor has his nan to thank for his love of football. It was her who took him along to Everton games, who encouraged him to give the game a go, and told him that he should give refereeing a go as well. So really, it’s her who Mikey has to thank for his love of the beautiful game which – by his own admission – is now a sport that he …

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The One with Pollo Del Mar 36:46

6M ago36:46

36:46

There are so many strings that Pollo Del Mar has to their bow that it’s hard to know where to begin! A performer, journalist, activist, philanthropist and campaigner – but our interest today is in Pollo’s position as one of the most prominent LGBTQ+ wrestling personalities out there today. First as a wrestling journalist, Pollo began participating …

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The One with David Gourlay 33:45

6M ago33:45

33:45

With a mother and a father who amounted to bowls royalty, it’s really no surprise that David Gourlay found his way into the sport. But David was determined to make his own way in bowls, and has amassed a whopping seven world indoor titles – including the 1996 World Indoor Singles Championship, as well as three World Men’s Indoor Pairs Championships…

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The One with Ellia Green 31:33

6M ago31:33

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To say that Ellia Green is an incredible athlete would be a dramatic understatement. As a kid, it was athletics – and particularly sprinting - that Ellia excelled at, competing at World Junior Championships, all with the encouragement of an amazing mum who was all in on supporting their journey. Ellia ended up switching to rugby sevens – and in 201…

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