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Lost Spaces: Memories from Gay Bars, Lesbian Clubs, and LGBTQ+ Parties

lost queer spaces
Queer Nightlife
Coming Out
LGBTQ+ Community
Queer Spaces
Lesbian Identity
Toronto
London Lesbian Film Festival
Seven
Community
Sexual Identity
Sue
London, Ontario
Social Expectations
Ableism
Homophobia
The Mill
Pulse Nightclub
Queer Identity
Queer Community
Disability

How do queer spaces help to shape people's lives? Why are they so important to the LGBTQ+ community? What is the impact of losing these spaces? Lost Spaces explores these questions (and more!) through conversations with members of the LGBT community. Each week host K Anderson sits down with a different guest to discuss a space from their past, why it was important to them, and how it helped shape ... more

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This episode first appeared in 2024, and here's what I had to say...

There's one question that gets asked in this week's episode that’s really stuck with me and that I continued to ponder even after we'd said our goodbyes and turned our microphones... more

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This episode was first shared in 2024, and here's what I had to say:

I know there's always the risk with this show of completely romanticising queer spaces as these glistening oasis' of tolerance and acceptance.But, that's really not the case - des... more

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I first shared this episode in 2024, and here's what I had to say:

So, if you were to ask me to overly generalise and boil down the types of experiences that guests on this show have had when first accessing a queer space I'd say they neatly fit in... more

This episode first featured in 2022, and here's what I had to say:

On this week's show we're talking to Lil Miss Hot Mess, who is as fun to talk to as her name is to say!

Coming up in the San Francisco scene, Lil Miss got started at the legendary T... more

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Recent Guests

Abdi Nazemian
Author, screenwriter, and producer who reflects on his experiences in queer nightlife and coming of age in the 90s
Episode: Greatest Hits - 'Disco 2000 Was The Hub Of The Club Kids Scene' - with Abdi Nazemian
Lil Miss Hot Mess
Drag queen, storyteller, writer, and board member for the Drag Queen Story Hour.
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Episode: Greatest HIts - 'For Me, Drag Always Was Like A Political Act' - with Lil' Miss Hot Mess
Morgan M Page
Canadian writer, artist, historian, and host of the trans history podcast One From the Vaults
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Episode: Greatest Hits - 'When I Was a Young Teen Transsexual in Toronto' - with Morgan M Page
Jaimie Kelton
Actor, voiceover artist, author, and host of The Queer Family Podcast
The Queer Family Podcast
Episode: Greatest Hits - 'I Saw Gay Men Everywhere. Gay Women? Not So Much...' - with Jaimie Kelton from The Queer Family Podcast
Lori Bell
Comedian and storyteller
Episode: Greatest Hits - 'I don’t think anyone thought I was full-hetero' - with Lori Bell
Simona Castricum
A musician, DJ, and producer based in Melbourne.
Episode: Greatest Hits - 'Lean Into My Transness' - with Simona Castricum
Lisa Haas
Comedy writer and actor
Host of In Heat podcast
Episode: Greatest Hits - “Where Are All The Lesbians?” - with Lisa Haas
David Paisley
Scottish actor known for roles in soap operas Holby City and River City
Episode: Greatest Hits - 'There Weren’t That Many Out Gay Actors Playing Out Gay Roles' - with actor David Paisley
Sheria Mattis
Comedian and podcaster
Host of Semi-Woke
Episode: Greatest Hits - "I Never Really Came Out To My Mother... She Read My Diary..." - with Sheria Mattis

Host

K Anderson
Host of conversations exploring lost queer spaces and their significance within the LGBTQ+ community, engaging deeply with guests' personal stories.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 122 ratings
  • Really helpful!

    Calm, insightful conversations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fr00fr00
    Canada3 months ago
  • Queer Spaces and Wit

    K is an engaging host with sharp wit. Am appreciative of the space he's making with the show and enjoyed the process along the way. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ActorPaulC
    United States5 months ago
  • Hope and history

    I am humbled by how genuine you are in your interviews. The world could do with more people like you. Second thank you for capturing our history in a classy and fun manner. I listen to a lot of queer podcasts but know that when I listen to you it will leave me feeling better. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    adam hackel
    United States10 months ago
  • You are an amazing person

    You are an angle

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yumcakes
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Documentation, But Not Great Representation

    Everyone kind of comes from the same opinion, and god forbid you vary outside of that. The host assumes that everyone is/has to be queer in a postmodern theory sense and bullies gay/queer people for not towing that line.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    emperorrowdy
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and emotional depth of the conversations.
Some critiques mention a lack of diverse perspectives in guest opinions.
Overall, the podcast is seen as an important contribution to understanding queer culture and history.
Many value the exploration of queer history and the significance of lost spaces as part of the LGBTQ+ narrative.
The host's ability to make guests feel at ease leads to authentic and heartfelt discussions.

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Talking Points

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Greatest Hits - 'Disco 2000 Was The Hub Of The Club Kids Scene' - with Abdi Nazemian
Q: What did Disco 2000 teach you about yourself?
Disco 2000 taught Abdi that he could quickly acclimate to new environments, recognizing a pattern in his life of adapting to new cultures and communities effortlessly.
Greatest Hits - 'Disco 2000 Was The Hub Of The Club Kids Scene' - with Abdi Nazemian
Q: How would you describe the Abdi that showed up in New York City?
Abdi described himself as someone eager for life, hungry for experiences, particularly in the nightlife and arts scene, though he was still in the closet about his sexuality.
Greatest Hits - 'When I Was a Young Teen Transsexual in Toronto' - with Morgan M Page
Q: If you could give some advice to that 19-year-old, what would you say?
Morgan advises to listen to instincts when it comes to bad people and to follow the community, art, and the brighter side of nightlife.
Greatest Hits - 'When I Was a Young Teen Transsexual in Toronto' - with Morgan M Page
Q: What was present in that space that allowed you to feel free?
Morgan reflects that it was the fact that Goodhandy's was a club dedicated to the trans community, creating a sense of belonging.
Greatest Hits - 'I Saw Gay Men Everywhere. Gay Women? Not So Much...' - with Jaimie Kelton from The Queer Family Podcast
Q: How did knowing you had access to queer spaces shape your journey?
Jaimie reflects that while she was never afraid of losing community when she came out, she grappled with the fear of letting go of her perfectionism and how she was perceived by others.

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Exploring the profound impact of lost queer spaces, conversations revolve around the emotional connections, personal stories, and collective memories tied to various gay bars, lesbian clubs, and LGBTQ+ parties. Each episode features intimate dialogues with guests who share how these venues have shaped their identities and experiences, reflecting on themes of self-acceptance, community, and the significance of safe havens in the LGBTQ+ journey. This podcast is characterized by its engaging storytelling, a blend of humor and poignancy, making it especially appealing for those interested in queer history and personal reflections within the LGBTQ+ community.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Abdi Nazemian
2. Lil Miss Hot Mess
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