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Listen Up Girl

Zach Randles-Friedman
LGBTQ+ Rights
Transgender Rights
Donald Trump
LGBTQ Rights
LGBTQ+
Trans Rights
Heated Rivalry
Nicki Minaj
Grindr
Florida
Marriage Equality
LGBTQ+ Community
Trump Administration
LGBTQ+ Representation
LGBTQ+ News
Gender-Affirming Care
New York City
Sarah Mcbride
Jonathan Bailey
Pete Buttigieg

Hosted by Zach Randles-Friedman, a seasoned podcaster and communications professional, Listen Up Girl delivers trusted coverage of the stories shaping LGBTQ+ lives today. From breaking political news and cultural moments to personal stories of resilience and pride, every episode is designed to inform, inspire, and connect. With years of experience amplifying diverse voices and building authentic c... more

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Listen Up Girl | Global LGBTQ+ News | May 29, 2026

Today on Listen Up Girl, your daily LGBTQ+ news podcast, we're going global with five major international stories.

In Russia, Human Rights Watch reports that nine LGBTQ+ support organizations — inc... more

Six stories as we count down to Pride Month:

Maine's Secretary of State killed an anti-trans ballot measure after more than 12,500 petition signatures were found to be invalid or forged — leaving the campaign funded by out-of-state billionaire Richa... more

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Episode Notes:

• Kenya High Court Trans Ruling — Justice Bahati Mwamuye ruled May 20, 2026 that existing Kenyan law does not prohibit transgender people from applying to change gender markers on official documents. The case was brought by activist ... more

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We open with Garrett Snoeyenbos — a former college offensive lineman who played at Vanderbilt, the Naval Academy, and the University of Tennessee — and the moment after graduation when he could no longer hide who he was. It's a story about the weight... more

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Zach Randles-Friedman
Host of Listen Up Girl (and narrator/host in multiple episodes) providing LGBTQ+ news, political context, and community-focused commentary.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 448 ratings
  • LGBTQ news at it’s best

    Great 10 minute podcast of LGBtQ news. Staying informed

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    5
    LI Girl 2000
    United Statesa month ago
  • Amazing

    I absolutely love this podcast ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brynsmimi
    United States7 months ago
  • Need this news

    I listened to the other podcast from this host and then found this news podcast for LGBTQ+. Happy I get to hear this all in one place instead of multiple podcasts.

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    5
    TrueLover4U2
    United States8 months ago
  • Great show!

    Love getting the LGBTq+ news all in one place. There is no other LGBTQ news out there doing this. It is always good stories too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LGBTQ Love
    United States10 months ago
  • Great and quick news every week.

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A fast-paced LGBTQ+ news and culture show centered on accurate reporting, thoughtful commentary, and community resilience. Episodes blend political analysis, policy updates, and cultural moments—often highlighting queer visibility, rights advocacy, and inclusive storytelling. A standout throughline is turning complex stories into accessible, actionable context for listeners who want to stay informed and feel connected to a broader LGBTQ+ movement.

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Listen Up Girl launched 2 years ago and published 269 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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