In the third episode of Season 2 of the TEL Tales podcast, we discuss with Aron Truss the BAL Digital team at Portsmouth University. Aron speaks about the work his team does in the faculty of Buisness and Law and discusses the importance of building trust with academic staff to try new teaching technologies. Aron […] The post S02E03 – Aron Truss – …

In the second episode of Season 2 of the TEL Tales podcast, we discuss student engagement within on-campus timetabled sessions in a post-pandemic higher education system. Tom Lowe discusses the importance of building value in timetabled sessions for students as well as increasing student engagement, using a range of examples from the higher educati…

In this first episode of Season 2 of the TEL Tales podcast, we discuss game design and gamification within teaching and learning. Tom Langston discusses the impact of using games and gamifying education, using examples from here at Portsmouth University. Tom discusses the impact it is having on teaching and learning and strategies that can […] The …

In this special AI episode of the Tel Tales podcast, Associate Professor Lynn Gribble discusses the impact of artificial intelligence in higher education, and how assessment can be adapted to become more authentic for our students. Associate Professor Lynn Gribble is an Education Focused academic in the School of Management and Governance at The Un…

In this final episode of Season 1 of the TEL Tales podcast, Mike Wilson discusses the WiseFlow pilot to provide one integrated assessment platform that serves our current (and future) assessment needs within Portsmouth University. Mike discusses how the platform makes it easier for academics to design assessments, students to find their assessments…

As a teaching fellow within the dental academy, Beth discusses the importance of simulation technology and gamification for students in this episode of the TEL Tales podcast. Hear how this is creating a sense of realism and immersing students in their studies. You can find out more information about the dental academy below… https://www.port.ac.uk/…

In this episode of the TEL Tales podcast, we discuss accessibility with Tom Cripps including why accessible content is vital for all students as well as share some simple and effective tips to improve accessibility for everyone. Below are links to some of the resources that Tom spoke about within this podcast… General good link […] The post S01E04 …

In this episode of the TEL Tales podcast, we discuss the brand new Tech Well: Principles to Practice level 7 professional development module, developed exclusively here at Portsmouth University. Maria discusses the module itself, some of the activities participants undertake and how completing this module is upskilling our staff at Portsmouth Unive…

In this episode of the Tel Tales podcast, we discuss the Learning Glass here at Portsmouth University and the impact it is having on teaching and learning. To book a session to use the learning glass please email elearn@port.ac.uk where Shaun will be happy to discuss your needs and arrange a session to record. https://learningglass.eu/ […] The post…

We hope you’ve enjoyed this teaser episode for Season 1 of the brand-new TEL Tales podcast. We’ll be releasing a new episode each week starting on Tuesday 9th of May where we’ll be speaking to Shaun Searle about the Learning Glass here at Portsmouth University. Got a story to share? If you’d like to appear […] The post S01E01 – Tom Langston – Trans…

Ask Your Gay Uncle is taking a hiatus from making episodes. We hope to be back soon! Donate / Instagram / Twitter / Steamy Stories askyourgayuncle.com Ben Palacios on Instagram and Twitter Tom Truss on Instagram Jacqui Anders on Instagram

In honor of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month we asked listeners to answer the question, “What does pride mean to you?” Donate / Instagram / Twitter / Steamy Stories askyourgayuncle.comBy Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

Tommy and Ben interview PENNYWILD: queer DJ, choreographer, digital marketing producer, and self-proclaimed musical theatre nerd! She talks about turning jealousy into inspiration and finding her true self in the entertainment world. In the Generation Gap, Penny and the Guncles dig down the musical theater rabbit hole... but only one of them comes …

The Guncles answer an email from a listener with 5 questions that all revolve around self-worth. This Generation Gap highlights LGBTQ luminaries from Ben and Tommy’s respective generations. Donate / Instagram / Twitter / Steamy Stories askyourgayuncle.com/episode43By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

Drew Droege is an actor, writer, and comedian from Heathers, Search Party, Bob’s Burgers, and Drunk History, and perhaps best known for his viral parody videos about Chloe Sevigny. In part 2, Drew and the Guncles discuss LGBTQ+ representation in the entertainment industry, and Drew shares his Guncle of the Week duo: filmmaker John Waters and the gr…

Drew Droege is an actor, writer, and comedian from Heathers, Search Party, Bob’s Burgers, and Drunk History, and perhaps best known for his viral parody videos about Chloe Sevigny. Drew joins the Guncles to answer listener questions and discuss comedy, admitting fault, and why he loves playing a “monster in a wig”. Donate / Instagram / Twitter / St…

Several listeners have written in pointing out hurtful remarks made by Tommy and Ben in previous episodes. The Guncles each apologize, and share their reflections on the harmful nature of their statements. Tommy’s Gauntie of The Week is Sharon Ellison, author, speaker, Founder and Director of the Institute for Powerful Non-Defensive Communication. …

Ben reports on how his "Empathic Sonar" homework is going, Tommy shares how he deals with guys who are trying to scam him on dating apps, and the Guncles answer a listener question about age gaps in relationships. Donate / Instagram / Twitter / Steamy Stories askyourgayuncle.com/episode40

Somatic sex educator Court Vox helps a listener find a deeper connection in sex. Ben opens up about his challenges with maintaining long-term sexual interest in a partner: “How do I want something I already have?” Donate / Instagram / Twitter / Steamy Stories askyourgayuncle.com/episode39By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

A listener has been providing extensive care for an elderly friend with Parkinson's, who has promised to include this listener in his will. This listener accidentally happened upon the will... read it… and discovered that he was not, in fact, included. What should he do? Later in the episode, Tommy invents a new game and The Guncles chat about Winn…

Ben seeks advice from Tommy on ways to develop his ‘empathetic sonar.’ How does one practice reading the emotions and needs of those around them? Gauntie of the Week is trail-blazing doctor Margaret Chung, the first American-born Chinese female physician. Dr. Chung treated naval pilots and officers in WWII and helped establish WAVES (Women Accepted…

One listener asks about a vigilante Instagram account called “Gays Over COVID” that outs gays for partying amidst the pandemic… What do The Guncles think about this social media call-out culture phenomenon aimed at gay men? Another listener working from home seeks advice on how to spruce up her apartment on a budget. Tommy and Ben battle in a game …

Author, mechanical engineer, interfaith minister and self proclaimed “hummingbird,” Erika Allison discusses her new book “Gay The Pray Away.” She talks about overcoming the trauma from conversion therapy and offers advice for LGBTQ+ people struggling with all forms of identity harm. askyourgayuncle.com…

One listener tells a story about his young niece being crushed that she wasn’t old enough to watch a French film about two women falling in love… so he asks the Guncles for help finding family-friendly LGBTQ+ media to share with his niece. Survey winner Alice hops on the pod to play Workshop/Greenlight/Blacklist and present “Gauntie of the Week”: G…

Michael Seligman writes and produces incredible content with a focus on drag, drag history and untold queer stories. His work includes Ru Paul’s Drag Race, the documentary P.S. Burn This Letter Please, and the hit podcast Mob Queens to name a few. Michael joins The Guncles to discuss his latest projects, play Generation Gap, and present Guncle of t…

Jacqui joins The Guncles to share our survey results and announce the winner… with a special surprise! One listener needs advice on how to meet her boyfriend’s Trump-loving dad and the stepmom (who blocked her on Facebook). Another listener wonders what to do when her sexual needs directly clash with her partner’s boundaries. Guncle of the Week is …

The Guncles answer a listener question about their sexual experience with women, and whether they feel they’re missing out as gay men. In “Guncle To Guncle” Tommy seeks advice on dealing with a “bad texter” and Ben seeks advice on career networking. askyourgayuncle.com/episode31

Tommy shares the single biggest challenge he’s ever faced. Start with "Part 1: The Accident". askyourgayuncle.com/episode30By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

Tommy shares the single biggest challenge he’s ever faced. WARNING: This episode contains graphic descriptions of a traumatic accident involving injury and death. askyourgayuncle.com/episode29

The Guncles answer a listener question about having sex on dates vs. hookups. On another question they explore being out and employable in the realms of dance, theatre, and film. A listener shares his personal story of being content as a gay man, a father and grandfather, while married to a woman. askyourgayuncle.com/episode28…

The Guncles answer a listener question about oversexualization and objectification in gay culture, particularly on social media. Ben opens up about his sexualized instagram persona. Tommy presents Gauntie of the Week: trans tennis player Renée Richards, who famously sued the US Open for the right to compete as a woman… and won. askyourgayuncle.com…

Ben and Tommy get tested for Covid, go head-to-head in a Christmas Carol battle, and help a listener celebrate a solo New Year’s Eve. askyourgayuncle.com/episode26By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

The Guncles share past relationship regrets and answer a listener question regarding who receives more prejudice, gay men or lesbians. Ben’s “Moment of Culture” begins at a Mexican drag party in 1901…By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

Gay romantic movies, how long to wait before sex, and how to create an LGBT+ friendly household for your kids. askyourgayuncle.com/episode24By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

Writer, filmmaker, and acting coach Anthony Meidl joins The Guncles to answer listener questions, play Generation Gap and discuss his new book and award-winning film. askyourgayuncle.comBy Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

The Guncles discuss their first crushes. Tommy helps Ben break through the friendzone and Ben helps Tommy craft a flirty text. In "The Generation Gap" they test each other’s knowledge of cartoons. askyourgayuncle.com/episode22By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

Tommy interviews Ben’s sisters. askyourgayuncle.com/episode21

Ben interviews Tommy’s sisters. askyourgayuncle.com/episode20By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

The Guncles answer three listener questions: Can you be "not gay enough"? How do you connect with other LGBTQ+ people in college? Are women who like gay porn fetishizing gay men? askyourgayuncle.com/episode19By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

The Guncles celebrate gay civil rights hero Bayard Rustin, and interview his long time partner Walter Naegle. askyourgayuncle.com/episode18

The Guncles are joined by Zachary Zane, sex columnist for Men’s Health and self-proclaimed “ethical manwhore." askyourgayuncle.com/episode17

Thirteen stories about coming out, as told by our listeners. askyourgayuncle.com/episode16By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

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The Guncles give advice to a closeted Christian who’s considering remaining in the closet permanently. Five LGBTQ+ guests from five different religions share how they reconcile their faith with their sexuality. askyourgayuncle.com/episode14By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

How do you reconcile being Christian with being gay? Father Rico Avila joins The Guncles to answer this difficult question and share his outrageous coming out story, in which he fell in love with his Priest... and confessed. askyourgayuncle.com/episode13By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

Ben and Tommy dive into the drama of the 1973 Gay Pride rally. The Guncles discuss the growing prevalence of “Golden Gays” and advise a newly-out 52 year old man how to catch up on “missed gay experiences.” askyourgayuncle.com/episode12By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

askyourgayuncle.com/episode11 Tommy and Ben interview LGBTQ+ historian Dr. Eric Cervini about his New York Times bestseller, The Deviant’s War: The Homosexual vs. The United States of America. The Guncles check in on advice they gave each other in previous episodes, and discuss why it’s so scary to make the first move!…

The Guncles answer a series of questions about bodies and body image. Tommy presents Mexican-American lesbian photographer Laura Aguilar. More at askyourgayuncle.com/episode10By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

The guncles interview hunky Australian rugby and bobsled star, Simon Dunn, about being an out pro-athlete and a gay uncle. Tommy and Ben quiz each other on iconic TV/cinema from their childhood. More at askyourgayuncle.com/episode9By Ben Palacios & Tom Truss

Is it safe to subscribe to OnlyFans? How do you get solo time with your lover when their friends keep getting in the way? Ben seeks advice on bringing someone home to meet the family. More at askyourgayuncle.com/episode8