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A Gay Old Time

Nigel May
LGBTQ+ Community
Coming Out
LGBTQIA+ Community
Mental Health
AIDS Crisis
Drag Race
Tight Fit
Music Industry
Bullying
Rupaul's Drag Race
Rupaul's Drag Race UK
Eurovision
1980s UK Pop Scene
LGBTQ+
HIV
The X Factor
Theatre
Drag Performance
Wild Youth
Music

Welcome to 'A Gay Old Time' with Nigel May.

This series is a celebration of a beautiful queer community; people of all ages, people who have had to tread their own path to live their real truth, who have fought with their emotions and emerged victorious, who inspire, who aspire and always entertain.

Every week, I'll speak to a person from the LGBTQ+ rainbow to hear their story; one person, one lif... more

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Nigel's guest today is Jay Jurden. Jay is a comic, writer and actor. His debut comedy special Yes Ma’am has been a huge success and his sell-out tours take him around the globe. He has a huge online following thanks to his quickfire humour talking ab... more

Nigel's guest today is Mark Foster. Five time Olympic swimmer Mark has a sporting success list most people could only dream of. Six time world champion, eight time world record holder, carrying the flag for Team GB at the 2008 Olympics...Mark has ach... more

Nigel's guest today is Guy Branum. Guy is an American award winning actor, comedian, writer and author. His online video series What The Old Gays Remember where he analyses iconic moments in pop and queer-coded culture has racked up million of views.... more

Nigel's guest today is Stephen K Amos. Comedian Stephen has been part of the comedy circuit for many years and has appeared on countless TV shows. He is a regular at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and it was during his 2006 Fringe performance of his s... more

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Guy Branum
American comedian, actor, writer, and author
Episode: Guy Branum "I thought gayness was bad and I didn't want to be bad"
Stephen K Amos
Comedian and performer
Self/Stephen K Amos
Episode: Stephen K Amos "Nothing beats authenticity"
Luke Prokop
Professional ice hockey player; subject of The Hockey Player documentary
Episode: Luke Prokop "I was tired of lying about everything "
Danny Beard
Drag performer and winner of RuPaul's Drag Race UK (season 4)
Drag performer, TV presenter
Episode: Danny Beard "I came out of the womb with a feather boa"
Craig Robert Young
Actor based in Los Angeles; star of Wannabe All Washed Up and Nimby
Actor, Writer/Producer
Episode: Craig Robert Young "There was a tonne of self-loathing going on"
Matt Cain
Author and media professional, MBE
The Castle of Stories, Pansy Books (publisher)
Episode: Matt Cain "A boy who played with the girls was a freak of nature"
Gareth Thomas
Former professional rugby player and LGBTQ+ advocate
Gareth Thomas
Episode: Gareth Thomas "For the first time in my life I was on a rugby field being honest"
Sarah Savage
Co-founder of Trans Pride Brighton; author and speaker
Trans Pride Brighton; author
Episode: Sarah Savage "It's really important we remember we're stronger as a community"
Heidi N Closet
Drag star famous from RuPaul's Drag Race and All Stars
Drag Race/TV appearances
Episode: Heidi N Closet "Coming out. That's the gag. I never really did"

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Nigel May
Host of A Gay Old Time

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Fun, emotional and entertaining.

    The best podcast for LGBT+ interviews. Interesting guests, will though through questions. The David Hyole interview moved me so much, I love that person. Thank you xxx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Freerangelife
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • It’s interesting

    The podcast is fascinating but everything I hate about the gay community - it’s all lovey and supportive - but trans people who are for the most part LG or B as well as being trans are talked about but never to- people want to talk about the trans community and - in the case of Miriam Margolyes says she supports us but talks about being trans as “a choice” and describes trans women as men or blokes - perpetuating the myth that trans women are predators - as a trans woman who has been sexually as... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    hngvuntgeuknvtgrhunvtrguh
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Sausage Party

    Where are the women???

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Garryowen House
    Irelanda year ago
  • Cracking listen

    Nigel has collated some interesting people to chat to. The interviews have made me laugh, and cry. Great series. More please 😃🤞

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Edithshufflebottom
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • A gem of a podcast

    Nigel’s podcast is a gem in the world of audio storytelling, shining a spotlight on the rich and diverse experiences within the LGTQ+ community. What sets this podcast apart is not just the calibre of guests - from activists to comedians, actors, writers and musicians - but Nigel’s innate ability to engage with them on a profoundly personal level. His conversations flow effortlessly, as if you’re sitting in on a chat between old friends, yet each episode is packed with moments that are as enligh... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Davilow
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Shows are felt to be inspirational and authentic, with strong LGBTQ+ focus.
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Jujubee "I have enough and I am enough"
Q: If you could hold a dinner party with five fabulous celebrity guests, who would you invite and why?
Jujubee would invite Whitney Houston, RuPaul, Marilyn Monroe, Mariah Carey, and the host Nigel May, explaining that each brings a unique energy and legacy that would make for an unforgettable gathering.
Gareth Thomas "For the first time in my life I was on a rugby field being honest"
Q: Why did you start the chemsex awareness campaign and why is it important to break the stigma?
Gareth explains that the campaign, led by Grinder and in collaboration with You Are Loved and Switchboard, aims to break stigma by creating conversations and providing practical support options so people can talk about chemsex safely and seek help when needed.
Michael Perry "I threw porn out of the window so I didn't want to be gay"
Q: How did you get involved in plants and gardening as a career?
A shy boy with a passion for plants found opportunity through a college course in horticulture, a competition with Thompson & Morgan, and eventually a role at Ideal World/QVC that grew into a full career.
Michael Perry "I threw porn out of the window so I didn't want to be gay"
Q: What was it like growing up and discovering your sexuality?
Michael describes a difficult, lonely adolescence, the fear of being labeled as different, and the gradual acceptance of his sexuality through relationships and support networks.
Samantha Fox "It was such a gay old wedding, what can I say"
Q: Samantha Fox, welcome to A Gay Old Time.
Fox expresses gratitude for being on the show and shares her happiness to discuss her life and career.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Gay Old Time

What is A Gay Old Time about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, deeply human interview series that centers LGBTQ+ voices across a broad spectrum of life—creative peers, athletes, performers, writers, and activists. Each episode invites a guest to share personal journeys, challenges, and breakthroughs, with a focus on authenticity, community, and resilience. The format often blends career storytelling with intimate moments about identity, family, and advocacy, yielding conversations that are warm, humorous, and openly reflective. Noteworthy is the show's consistent emphasis on visibility, queer history, and the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ people, making it useful for listeners seeking inspiration, practical life lessons, or a sense of belonging. The mix of drag, sport, music, acting, and activi... more

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Recent guests on A Gay Old Time include:

1. Guy Branum
2. Stephen K Amos
3. Luke Prokop
4. Danny Beard
5. Craig Robert Young
6. Matt Cain
7. Gareth Thomas
8. Sarah Savage

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