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Gayish Podcast

Gayish Media
LGBTQ+ Rights
Mental Health
LGBTQ Rights
LGBTQ+ Community
Sexual Health
Trans Rights
Transgender Issues
Sexuality
Body Image
Pubic Hair
LGBTQ+ Representation
Pride Month
Marriage Equality
Gay Culture
Transgender Rights
Gender Identity
Nude Beaches
LGBTQ Youth
LGBTQ Community
Speedos

Featured in Buzzfeed, Oprah Magazine, Esquire, and Queerty, Gayish is an award-winning podcast that breaks down one gay stereotype each week. Mike and Kyle bring humor, honesty, and irreverence to topics like the hanky code, depression, and open relationships. Past guests have included Jinkx Monsoon, YouTuber Davey Wavey, gay porn star Calvin Banks, disability activist Andrew Gurza, a gay priest, ... more

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Latest Episodes

We’re on a roll with the feel-good topics recently! Mike and Kyle talk about the Urban Dictionary stereotypes of herpes, the evolution of the meaning of herpes over time, the truth of Emperor Tiberius’ herpes-based kissing ban, lesbians’ herpes super... more

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We go balls out on this episode. Mike and Kyle talk about how castration has been used throughout history as both reward and punishment, the castration of gay men during the Holocaust, modern-day voluntary eunuchs, whether male-to-eunuch is a valid t... more

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He broke his back on that mountain just for you; it’s Jake Gyllenhaal! Mike and Kyle dive into the controversial topic of whether straight actors should play gay roles, plus they cover Brokeback Mountain, the Oscars, Brokeback Mountain, Toothy Tile, ... more

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What does it mean to be othered? More importantly, what does it feel like, and why do people do it? Mike and Kyle bring on the experts from the Othering Podcast to help us understand the concept, implications, and ways to handle being othered. Plus, ... more

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Recent Guests

Dory (Othering Podcast)
Co-host of The Othering Podcast
The Othering Podcast
Episode: Gayish: 503 Othering (w/ the Othering Podcast)
Michael (Othering Podcast)
Co-host of The Othering Podcast
The Othering Podcast
Episode: Gayish: 503 Othering (w/ the Othering Podcast)
Chris Mosier
Trailblazing athlete, coach, founder of transathlete.com
transathlete.com
Episode: Gayish: 496 Trans Athletes (w/ Chris Mosier)
Graham Gremore
Editor-in-Chief of Queerty
Queerty
Episode: Gayish: 487 Pop Culture (w/ Graham Gremore from Queerty)
Luke Schleusener
Co-founder and CEO of Out In National Security, an organization promoting LGBTQIA inclusion in national security, and former speechwriter at the Pentagon
Out In National Security
Episode: Gayish: 477 National Security (w/ Luke Schleusener)
Jesse Swirl
Activist and co-leader of Friends of Denny-Blaine
Friends of Denny-Blaine
Episode: Gayish: 476 Friends of Denny-Blaine (w/ Jesse Swirl) [Shrinkage]
Derek Tallien
Producer and guest on this episode
Gayish Podcast
Episode: Gayish: 472 Wiener Dogs
Jaimie Kelton
Host of the Queer Family Podcast
Queer Family Podcast
Episode: Gayish: 465 Lesbians (w/ Jaimie Kelton)
Simon Suraci
Sex worker and advocate for the sex work community
Episode: Gayish: 463 Sex Workers (w/ Simon Suraci)

Hosts

Mike Johnson
Host of Gayish Podcast (co-host); long-running LGBTQ+ culture and commentary host with a humor-forward style.
Kyle Getz
Co-host; brings perspective on queer culture, humor, and social commentary.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • Steel magnolias

    Unfortunately, I think you two were just not informed enough about many of the cast members performance histories or the period of time which the movie came out I don’t wanna be mean cause I love your podcast and I’m always listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brooklyn Me
    United States4 months ago
  • Meh

    Highly political bias and insufferable hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Zombierot00
    United States5 months ago
  • Awesome interview guys. Never knew that Seattle allows public nudity. The next time I get to Seattle I'll leave my clothes at the hotel, weather permitting.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Couvebear
    7 months ago
  • no to genAI

    the ratings will improve once the hosts stop using chatGPT for segments they could've clearly written themselves 🙂‍↕️

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    maximum-arson
    Russia7 months ago
  • Predictable and boring

    Could have been interesting if not for the predictable and boring political commentary being passed off as humor.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cbrown123
    United States8 months ago

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Fans say the show balances entertainment with thoughtful discussions on queer life.
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Gayish: 501 Pop Music (w/ JORDY)
Q: What went into writing Jordy's new album and how does his identity influence the music?
Jordy explains that his background, collaborations, and experiences as a queer artist inform the storytelling and sonic choices, while emphasizing honesty and craft over chasing a single label. He highlights rock influences and early 2000s pop rock as a thread through the record.
Gayish: 487 Pop Culture (w/ Graham Gremore from Queerty)
Q: What percentage of Queerty's content is pop culture oriented?
Graham explains that Queerty is an entertainment site covering a broad sense of entertainment, including pop politics and internet chatter, with pop culture as a core focus.
Gayish: 477 National Security (w/ Luke Schleusener)
Q: What keeps you from just going into your room and closing the door and never coming outside?
A group project mentality keeps me functional; we are working collectively to help LGBTQIA individuals in the federal government and pushing for their rights and well-being.
Gayish: 477 National Security (w/ Luke Schleusener)
Q: Can you tell us a little bit more about Out In National Security?
Out In National Security focuses on recruiting, retaining, and promoting LGBTQIA individuals within the national security sector, engaging in public dialogue, and addressing the challenges faced by queer individuals in government roles.
Gayish: 474 Bullying
Q: Why are we talking about bullying?
Because it is No Name-Calling Week and we wanted to create awareness around the issue of bullying in schools, particularly related to the LGBTQ community.

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Two hosts deliver a candid, humorous exploration of LGBTQ+ culture through weekly topic-based episodes. They cover a wide range of themes—from gay stereotypes, pop culture, and sexuality to politics, health, and community issues—often weaving in guests from activism, arts, sports, and media. The format blends sharp banter with thoughtful perspective, aiming to entertain while offering insights into queer life, representation, and current events. A notable strength is the show's fearless, irreverent approach paired with warmth and openness, which tends to attract a loyal, engaged audience seeking both laughs and meaningful discussion.

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Gayish Podcast launched 9 years ago and published 500 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Dory (Othering Podcast)
2. Michael (Othering Podcast)
3. Chris Mosier
4. Graham Gremore
5. Luke Schleusener
6. Jesse Swirl
7. Derek Tallien
8. Jaimie Kelton

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