Stereotypical gay culture has idolized youth, beauty, and sex, which has resulted in the concept of Gay Death, the all-too-popular myth that gay men have aged beyond attractiveness once they turn 30.

In this episode, we’re discussing why gay men fear growing older, the concept of internalized gay ageism and its negative impacts on our mental health, and how we can embrace our age.

Full Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/60-is-30-gay-death/id1619338054?i=1000615839802

Additional Resources:
Gay Death (Urban Dictionary)
https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Gay%20Death

Gay Death (Wikipedia)
https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/gay_death

'Gay Death': They Say 30 is the New 25
https://www.smh.com.au/opinion/gay-death-they-say-30-new-25-20150819-gj3726.html

Gay Death Stocktake — A Review
https://badapple.gay/2022/09/08/gay-death/

Everyday Ageism and Health
https://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/handle/2027.42/156038/0192_NPHA-ageism-report_FINAL-07132020.pdf?sequence=3&isAllowed=y

Internalized Gay Ageism, Mattering, and Depressive Symptoms Among Midlife and Older Gay-Identified Men
https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/publications/gay-ageism-older-gay-men/

Internalized Gay Ageism, Mattering, and Depressive Symptoms Among Midlife and Older Gay-Identified Men
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4689679/

Internalized Ageism and Homophobia a Toxic Mixture for Older Gay Men
https://www.logotv.com/news/79a6si/internalized-ageism-and-homophobia-a-toxic-mixture-for-older-gay-men

Yet Another Problem for Older Gay Men: “Internalized Gay Ageism”
https://slate.com/human-interest/2015/12/gay-aging-study-says-internalized-gay-ageism-affects-gay-men-as-they-get-older.html

LGBT People: Let's Talk About Ageism
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/lgbt-people-lets-talk-abo_b_3837461

Op-ed: In Defense of Aging
https://www.advocate.com/commentary/2013/08/27/op-ed-defense-aging

Old Lesbians Organizing for Change
https://oloc.org/about-oloc/

National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/

30 is NOT 'Gay Death' Reddit
https://www.reddit.com/r/gay/comments/jfadef/30_is_not_gay_death/#

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60. Is 30 Gay Death?

Societal perceptions of masculinity are often rooted in traditional and restrictive norms, which can pressure gay men to conform to stereotypical ideals, leading to internalized homophobia, feelings of inadequacy, and a diminished sense of self-worth. Even within the queer community, ideals of masculinity and femininity can be at odds, creating a complex dynamic for gay men who are navigating their identity.

In this episode, Erick DuPree, a literary anthropologist specializing in the intersection of literature and culture, joins us to explore societal concepts of masculinity, how it impacts gay men's sense of self, the importance of mindfulness in navigating our identity, and their anthology, Men & The Goddess, which explores male relationships with the divine feminine.

Full Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/89-beyond-the-brawn-redefining-queer-masculinity/id1619338054?i=1000645152692

Related Episodes:
Listen to Episode 04. Pop Icons and Their Gay Emotional Appeal
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/04-pop-icons-and-their-gay-emotional-appeal/id1619338054?i=1000560251413

Listen to Episode 11. Overcoming Internalized Homophobia
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/11-overcoming-internalized-homophobia/id1619338054?i=1000567963397

Listen to Episode 82. Gay Gym Culture
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/82-gay-gym-culture/id1619338054?i=1000634753158

Additional Resources:
Learn More About Erick DuPree
https://www.erickdupree.net/

Follow Erick DuPree on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/likeatolstoynovel/

Read Men And The Goddess: An Anthology Revisited
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BT5XRK24/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Read Awaken To Mindfulness: Cultivating Daily Practice & Wellbeing
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CM1LDDSQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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89. Beyond The Brawn: Redefining Queer Masculinity (with Erick DuPree)

On Sunday, June 24, 1973, a gay bar in New Orleans was intentionally set ablaze, killing 32 people and injuring another 15. Fifty years later, despite ample evidence, no arrests have ever been made.

In this episode, we’re taking a look at the tragic events of the UpStairs Lounge arson attack, the pervasive discrimination and homophobia evident in the aftermath, and renewed efforts to locate four of the unclaimed bodies of victims recklessly buried in an unmarked grave.

Full Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/90-the-upstairs-lounge-arson-attack/id1619338054?i=1000645979603

Related Episodes:
Listen to Episode 17. Mobsters & Mos: How the Mafia Owned Gay Nightlife
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/17-mobsters-mos-how-the-mafia-owned-gay-nightlife/id1619338054?i=1000575496788

Listen to Episode 61. The Pulse Nightclub Shooting
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/61-the-pulse-nightclub-shooting/id1619338054?i=1000616801115

Listen to Episode 63. The Stonewall Riots
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/63-the-stonewall-riots/id1619338054?i=1000618462454

Additional Resources:
The UpStairs Lounge Arson Attack, New Orleans: 50 Years Later
https://americanlgbtqmuseum.org/event/upstairs-lounge-arson-attack-new-orleans-50-years-later/?date=202307251830

Upstairs Lounge: Gay Culture & the Metropolitan Community Church
https://neworleanshistorical.org/items/show/510?tour=39&index=0

50 Years After Deadly Up Stairs Lounge Fire: New Orleans LGBTQ+ Community Still Seeks Answers
https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2023/06/23/new-orleans-upstairs-lounge-fire

Upstairs Lounge Fire
https://neworleanshistorical.org/tours/show/39

Arson Attack on the UpStairs Lounge
https://neworleanshistorical.org/items/show/1431

UpStairs Lounge Arson Attack
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UpStairs_Lounge_arson_attack

Metropolitan Community Church of New Orleans
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metropolitan_Community_Church_of_New_Orleans

The Upstairs Lounge Fire
https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/exhibits/show/upstairs-lounge-fire/gallery?upstairs-lounge

The Upstairs Lounge Fire - Luther Boggs
https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/exhibits/show/upstairs-lounge-fire/item/76

Upstairs Lounge Fire, 1973: 32 Deaths
https://neworleanshistorical.org/items/show/511?tour=39&index=1

Upstairs Lounge Arson, 1973: Aftermath
https://neworleanshistorical.org/items/show/512?tour=39&index=3

This Day in History: UpStairs Lounge Arson Attack
https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/upstairs-lounge-arson-new-orleans

About the UpStairs Lounge Fire
https://lgbtarchiveslouisiana.org/the-upstairs-lounge-fire/

The Up Stairs Lounge Arson: Thirty-Two Deaths in a New Orleans Gay Bar, June 24, 1973 by Clayton Delery-Edwards
https://www.amazon.com/Up-Stairs-Lounge-Arson-Thirty-Two/dp/0786479531

Upstairs Lounge Fire, 1973: In Memoriam
https://neworleanshistorical.org/items/show/513?tour=39&index=4

Upstairs Lounge Fire, 1973: News Coverage
https://neworleanshistorical.org/items/show/517?tour=39&index=2

The UpStairs Lounge Fire 50th Anniversary
https://lgbtarchiveslouisiana.org/program/

A ‘Forgotten Tragedy’ At a New Orleans Gay Bar and a New Effort to Honor Victims’ Remains
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/a-forgotten-tragedy-at-a-new-orleans-gay-bar-and-a-new-effort-to-honor-victims-remains

Unknown Victim of Deadly 1973 Arson in Gay Bar Finally Identified
https://www.advocate.com/crime/2018/11/15/unknown-victim-deadly-1973-arson-gay-bar-finally-identified

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90. The UpStairs Lounge Arson Attack

For years, society’s sense of body image has been negatively affected by standards that often perpetuate unrealistic ideals and contribute to the prevalence of negative body image perceptions. Some gay men grapple with an additional layer of body image issues, navigating societal expectations and stereotypes that can lead to feelings of inadequacy and self-consciousness about their physical appearance.

In this episode, Matthew Simko, a style & lifestyle expert, joins us to dish on the importance of positivity within gay culture, plus-sized fashion tips, and how we can all learn to love our bodies at any size.

Full Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/91-fat-and-fabulous-embrace-body-positivity-with/id1619338054?i=1000647209423

Related Episodes:
Listen to Episode 32. Gay Men and Body Image Obsession
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/32-gay-men-and-body-obsession/id1619338054?i=1000587100192

Listen to Episode 82. Gay Gym Culture
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/82-gay-gym-culture/id1619338054?i=1000634753158

Additional Resources:
Visit Matthew's Website
https://www.matthew-simko.com/

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https://www.instagram.com/simkosays/

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91. Fat And Fabulous: Embrace Body Positivity (with Matthew Simko)

The term "metrosexual" emerged in the mid-1990s, coined to describe a new wave of urban, fashion-forward men who embraced grooming, fashion, and a heightened sense of personal style, challenging traditional masculinity. However, critics argue the trend appropriates “the gay aesthetic,” reinforcing stereotypes and implying that an interest in fashion and grooming is inherently linked to one's sexual orientation.

In this episode, we’re exploring the origins of “metrosexuality,” and the complex intersection between fashion, grooming, and associated stereotypes, while examining how this trend has negatively influenced the perception and societal expectations surrounding gay men and masculinity.

Full Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/92-metrosexual-madness/id1619338054?i=1000648056196

Related Episodes:
Listen to Bonus 06. Loveless in Paris
https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-06-in-99387091?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

Listen to Episode 81. Are Mustaches Gay?
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/81-are-mustaches-gay/id1619338054?i=1000633980771

Listen to Episode 89. Beyond the Brawn: Redefining Queer Masculinity (with Erick DuPree)
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/89-beyond-the-brawn-redefining-queer-masculinity/id1619338054?i=1000645152692

Additional Resources:
Metrosexual (Merriam-Webster)
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/metrosexual

Metrosexual (Urban Dictionary)
https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Metrosexual

Metrosexuals (Encyclopedia.com)
https://www.encyclopedia.com/social-sciences/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/metrosexuals#:~:text=According%20to%20British%20journalist%20Mark,short%2C%20the%20term%20metro%2Dsexual

Mark Simpson (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Simpson_(journalist)

Here Come the Mirror Men: Why the Future is Metrosexual
https://marksimpson.com/here-come-the-mirror-men/

‘Metrosexuals’ Were Just Straight Men Who Loved Self-Care. Right?
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/15/style/metrosexuals.html

Meet the Metrosexual
https://marksimpson.com/meet-the-metrosexual/

What Makes Someone a Metrosexual?
https://www.medicinenet.com/what_makes_someone_a_metrosexual/article.htm

10 Benefits of Being in a Relationship With a Metrosexual Man
https://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/metrosexual-man/

Metrosexuals Come Out
https://myweb.scu.edu.tw/~jmklassen/scu101/101b-wrtng/metrosexuals.pdf

Metrosexuality: Effeminacy, Aesthetics and Toxic Masculinity
https://archermagazine.com.au/2017/12/metrosexuality-effeminacy-aesthetics-masculinity/

What Does the LGBTQIA+ Community Think of the Term "Metrosexual"?
https://www.quora.com/What-does-the-LGBTQIA+-community-think-of-the-term-metrosexual

Tommy Pengelly
https://www.quora.com/profile/Tommy-Pengelly

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92. Metrosexual Madness

In today's complex and rapidly changing landscape of economic uncertainty and unexpected global events, comprehensive financial planning is more crucial yet intricate than ever. But for gay men, navigating resilient financial strategies has been historically challenging due to the economic burden of increased healthcare costs during the AIDS pandemic, prevalent job discrimination, and the LGBTQ+ wage gap.

In this episode, John and David of the Queer Money podcast join us to discuss the current financial landscape of the LGBTQ+ community, financial strategies tailored to empower and support the fiscal wellbeing of the LGBTQ+ community, and the transformative impact of open financial discussions in our relationships…which can even improve your sex life!

Full Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/93-unlock-financial-freedom-with-david-john-auten/id1619338054?i=1000648882091

Related Episodes:
Listen to Episode 49. Let's Shatter the LGBTQ+ Wage Gap
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/49-lets-shatter-the-lgbtq-wage-gap/id1619338054?i=1000605136560

Additional Resources:
Join the Queer Money Community
https://queermoneypodcast.com/

Listen to Queer Money on Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/queer-money-how-gay-people-do-money/id1121488268

Listen to Queer Money on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/46ntaTcL0LTLmaRz9mJVGU?si=a1098d99499348b4

Subscribe to Queer Money on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@queermoney

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https://www.instagram.com/queermoneypodcast/

Follow Queer Money on TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@queermoneypod

Follow Queer Money on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/QueerMoneyPodcast/

The Wage Gap Among LGBTQ+ Workers in the United States
https://www.hrc.org/resources/the-wage-gap-among-lgbtq-workers-in-the-united-states

The State of LGBTQ Finance: A Survey of 2,000 Americans
https://www.fool.com/research/lgbtq-money-study/

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93. Unlock Financial Freedom (with David & John Auten - Schneider)

The fine line between genuine kindness and people-pleasing can pose a challenge, as the latter may lead to sacrificing one's own needs, compromising authenticity, and fostering unhealthy dependencies in relationships. But gay men, in particular, tend to be influenced by societal expectations and the desire to counter stereotypes, resulting in a higher likelihood to engage in excessive people-pleasing behaviors as they navigate social dynamics and seek acceptance.

In this episode, we’re diving into the nuanced correlation between the childhood fear of rejection from growing up gay and the emergence of people-pleasing behaviors in adulthood among gay men while discussing strategies to cultivate self-compassion, set clear boundaries, and prioritize individual needs for a more authentic and personal empowered life as gay men.

Full Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/94-girl-please-say-no-to-people-pleasing/id1619338054?i=1000649684367

Related Episodes:
Listen to Episode 13. Perfectly Imperfect: Conquer Your Perfectionism
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/13-perfectly-imperfect-conquer-your-perfectionism/id1619338054?i=1000569642304

Listen to Episode 34. GBF: Gay Best Friend
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/34-gbf-gay-best-friend/id1619338054?i=1000589013081

Listen to Episode 85. Boundaries: How to Understand and Set Them
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/85-boundaries-how-to-understand-and-set-them/id1619338054?i=1000641820212

Additional Resources:
People Pleaser (Merriam-Webster)
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/people%20pleaser

What Is People-Pleasing?
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/living-finesse/202003/what-is-people-pleasing#:~:text=Our%20friends%20at%20Merriam%2DWebster,positively%20regarded%20is%20quite%20natural

People-Pleasing
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/people-pleasing

People Pleaser: What It Means and How to Stop
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/people-pleaser

How to Stop People-Pleasing
https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-stop-being-a-people-pleaser-5184412

What is a People Pleaser?
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/what-is-a-people-pleaser

How to Stop People-Pleasing (and Still Be Nice)
https://www.healthline.com/health/people-pleaser

How Does Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn Show Up for Gay Men?
https://www.centreforgaycounselling.com/2020/10/29/fight-flight-freeze-fawn-and-gay-men/

Gay People Have Been Taught to Be People-Pleasing Push-Overs
https://www.advocate.com/love-and-sex/2019/3/02/gay-people-have-been-taught-be-people-pleasing-push-overs

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94. Girl, Please: Say No To People-Pleasing

Inclusive representation in literature offers LGBTQ+ people a sense of visibility, validation, and connection as they see their experiences authentically mirrored, which fosters a more inclusive narrative for readers. While it was historically challenging to engage with LGBTQ+ literature, today’s social media communities actively promote and amplify inclusive representation, providing a space for queer voices to be celebrated, shared, and discovered, creating a sense of community and expanding the visibility of these narratives in the literary landscape.

In this episode, Rod Lujano (@rodlujano), a gay bookstagrammer, joins us to discuss social media’s impact in amplifying queer voices, fostering inclusive LGBTQ+ representation in literature, and navigating the challenges posed by recent attempts at book bans.

Full Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/95-take-a-page-from-gaybookstagram-with-rod-lujano/id1619338054?i=1000650468569

Additional Resources:
Follow Rod on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/rodlujano/

Connect with Rod on Goodreads
https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/129461839-rod-lujano

Follow Rod on Threads
https://www.threads.net/@rodlujano

Connect with Rod on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/rodolfo.valenzuela2?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Check Out Rod’s Book Wishlist
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2PE8OKD1FNR7T?ref_=wl_share

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95. Take A Page From #GayBookstagram (with Rod Lujano)

From early chatrooms of the 90s to geolocation apps in the 2010s, gay men have been considered to be early adopters of online dating. While today's gay dating apps offer unprecedented convenience for gay men to connect within their community, their widespread use has brought about some negative impacts, including issues related to sexual racism, body image, and the changing dynamics of social spaces for gay men.

In this episode, we’re exploring the historical trajectory from gay dating sites to the emergence of today's gay dating apps, the potentially harmful effects they can have on mental health, and how we can adopt healthier habits to navigate gay dating in the digital age.

Full Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/96-should-you-swipe-left-on-gay-dating-apps/id1619338054?i=1000651167791

Related Episodes:
Listen to Episode 24. Gay Villages: Won't You Be My Gaybor?
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/24-gay-villages-wont-you-be-my-gaybor/id1619338054?i=1000580773743

Listen to Episode 53. Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Gays
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/53-stop-comparing-yourself-to-other-gays/id1619338054?i=1000609451597

Listen to Bonus 07. Ranking Gay Dating Apps
https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-07-ranking-101255184?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

Additional Resources:
Online Dating in the U.S.
https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2023/02/02/from-looking-for-love-to-swiping-the-field-online-dating-in-the-u-s/

The History of Online Dating
https://www.datingadvice.com/online-dating/history-of-online-dating

The History of Online Dating: A Timeline From Paper Ads to Websites
https://www.datingadvice.com/online-dating/history-of-online-dating

Gay History Month: The Evolution of LGBTQ+ Online Dating
https://www.windycitytimes.com/lgbt/GAY-HISTORY-MONTH-The-evolution-of-LGBTQ-online-dating/75656.html

What is Gaydar?
https://www.thepinknews.com/2018/03/09/gaydar-gay-dating-app/

How Grindr Took Over the Gay Scene and Changed Dating for Everyone
https://www.verdict.co.uk/grindr-app-interview/

Grindr - Statistics & Facts
https://www.statista.com/topics/11467/grindr/#topicOverview

The Founders of This Gay Dating App Won't Stop You Searching by Race
https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/patrickstrudwick/this-is-how-gay-dating-app-bosses-defend-racial-filtering

What is Jack’d?
https://www.thepinknews.com/2018/03/12/jackd-gay-dating-app-what-is-it-how-do-i-use-it/

What is Hornet?
https://www.thepinknews.com/2018/04/06/what-is-hornet-the-gay-dating-app-that-lets-you-sting-men/

GROWLr Sold for $11.8 Million to Straight Social App Company
https://bearworldmag.com/growlr-sold-for-11-8-million-to-straight-social-app-company/

Why Dating Apps Are Racist AF — With or Without Ethnicity Filters
https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/dating-apps-grindr-ethnicity-filters-1047047/

The Influence of Grindr: An Exploratory Study
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1740144519300269

Orthorexia Nervosa in Gay Men
https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-022-14943-7

Grindr Was the First Big Dating App for Gay Men. Now It’s Falling Out of Favor.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2018/12/06/grindr-was-first-big-dating-app-gay-men-now-its-falling-out-favor/

Grindr Security Flaw Exposes Users' Location Data
https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/security-flaws-gay-dating-app-grindr-expose-users-location-data-n858446

Grindr Sets Off Privacy Firestorm After Sharing Users’ H.I.V.-Status Data
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/03/technology/grindr-sets-off-privacy-firestorm-after-sharing-users-hiv-status-data.html

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96. Should You Swipe Left On Gay Dating Apps?

In previous episodes, we discussed the history of gay representation in TV and film and roadblocks LGBTQ+ actors encounter in Hollywood, with gay characters continuing to be portrayed by straight actors. While representation is important, authentic LGBTQ+ portrayals in the media fosters inclusivity and visibility, helping to break down stereotypes and promote understanding among audiences.

In this episode, actor, writer, and screenwriter Jose Nateras joins us to discuss his new LGBTQ+ horror movie, Departing Seniors, and how he leveraged his own personal experiences and identity to create an authentic film.

Full Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/97-diversifying-queer-horror-cinema-with-jose-nateras/id1619338054?i=1000651872311

Relevant Episodes:
Listen to Episode 07. The History of Gay Representation in TV & Film
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/07-the-history-of-gay-representation-in-tv-film/id1619338054?i=1000564654328

Listen to Episode 28. Gay Horror
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/28-gay-horror/id1619338054?i=1000583797410

Additional Resources:
Watch Departing Seniors
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH9BVRG1

Learn More About Jose Nateras
https://www.josenateras.com/

Follow Jose Nateras on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/jlorca13/

Follow Jose Nateras on Twitter
https://twitter.com/josenateras

Buy Testament by Jose Nateras
https://bookshop.org/p/books/testament-jose-nateras/13831806?ean=9781951880156

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97. Diversifying Queer Horror Cinema (with Jose Nateras)

Today, authentic LGBTQ+ representation in TV is more important than ever since it reflects the community's diverse experiences, fosters a sense of inclusivity, challenges stereotypes, and provides meaningful representation that resonates with audiences to promote understanding and acceptance. However, in recent years, we’ve seen a trend where LGBTQ+ shows have been increasingly canceled, some after just one season, with Netflix being the biggest culprit.

In this episode, we’re examining Netflix’s recent cancellations of LGBTQ+ shows, comparing their approach to queer content with other media companies, and exploring the streaming giant's controversies surrounding decisions in the realm of LGBTQ+ storytelling.

Full Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/98-dear-netflix-stop-cancelling-our-queer-shows/id1619338054?i=1000652594140

Related Episodes:
Listen to Episode 07. The History of Gay Representation in TV & Film
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/07-the-history-of-gay-representation-in-tv-film/id1619338054?i=1000564654328

Listen to Episode 09. Corporate Greed & Rainbow Capitalism
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/09-corporate-greed-rainbow-capitalism/id1619338054?i=1000566351156

Listen to Episode 55. Gay for Pay: Should Straight Actors Play Queer Characters? 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/07-the-history-of-gay-representation-in-tv-film/id1619338054?i=1000564654328

Additional Resources:
Every LGBTQ+ Show Cancelled Over the Past Year
https://www.gaytimes.co.uk/originals/recent-lgbtq-shows-cancelled/

30 LGBTQ+ Shows That Got Canceled in 2023
https://www.out.com/gay-tv-shows/lgbtq-shows-canceled-2023#rebelltitem1

Netflix Employees Walk Out Over Dave Chappelle Special
https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2021/10/20/netflix-ted-sarandos-talks-dave-chappelle-backlash-trans-employee-walkout/8524557002/

Netflix Reportedly Gave Exec Second Chance After Investigating His Use Of Anti-LGBTQ Language
https://www.forbes.com/sites/dereksaul/2021/10/18/netflix-reportedly-gave-exec-second-chance-after-investigating-his-use-of-anti-lgbtq-language/?sh=15ddd41d704b

Netflix Cut from LGBTQ Corporate Equality Report over Dave Chappelle’s ‘The Closer’
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/netflix-cut-lgbtq-corporate-equality-report-dave-chappelles-closer-rcna13827

Ricky Gervais Netflix Special Condemned by LGBTQ Groups for ‘Anti-Trans Rants Masquerading as Jokes’
https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2022/may/25/ricky-gervais-netflix-special-condemned-by-lgbtq-groups-for-anti-trans-rants-masquerading-as-jokes

Ricky Gervais Condemned for Crude, Tired and Lazy AIDS Jokes in Controversial Netflix Special
https://www.thepinknews.com/2022/05/25/ricky-gervais-aids-jokes-supernature-glaad/

Netflix CEO Faces Backlash for Wild Comments on Cancelled Shows: ‘They are NOT Allies’
https://www.thepinknews.com/2023/01/24/netflix-ceo-ted-sarandos-cancelled-shows-lgbtq-fans-reactions/

Shane Gillis was Fired from SNL for Anti-Gay Slurs. He Now Has a New Special on Netflix
https://www.them.us/story/shane-gillis-netflix-comedy-special-lgbtq-comedians-to-watch-instead

Dave Chappelle Goes After Disabled Community in 'The Dreamer'
https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2023/12/31/dave-chappelle-netflix-special-the-dreamer/72072148007/

Why Are So Many TV Shows About Queer Women Getting the Axe?
https://www.them.us/story/lesbian-sapphic-tv-cancellations-show-endings

GLAAD's 2022-2023 Where We Are on TV Report
https://assets.glaad.org/m/114d72edf8a779a6/original/GLAAD-2022-23-Where-We-Are-on-TV.pdf

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