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No Straight Answers

Zoe Boyd
Queer Culture
Dating
Queer Identity
Lesbian Identity
Hockey
Rugby
Relationships
Pride Night
Olympics
Women's Hockey
Soccer
Inclusion In Sports
Elizabeth Hosking
LGBTQ+ Community
Women In Sports
PWHPA
Shannon Burns
Morgan
Gender Identity
LGBTQ+ Visibility

Step onto the ice with Zoe Boyd, professional women’s hockey player and queer icon, for “No Straight Answers” — the podcast where sports, and queer culture collide with comedy and chaos. Each episode, Zoe sits down with the biggest queer voices, from athletes to entertainers, for unfiltered conversations about everything from sports to identity, and all the hilarious moments in between.

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Girls, we know you've all been waiting for this one and it did not disappoint! We had our very first guests on No Straight Answers Emily Clark and Jaime Bourbonnais on 1 year later. Clarky reveals how she planned one of the most elaborate proposals t... more

In this episode, Denae Benites shares her journey from playing baseball with boys to becoming a trailblazer in women's pro baseball. We discuss the growth of women's baseball, the unique culture of the league, and the importance of representation and... more

We're so back girls!

Sorry we've been gone for the last few weeks, Zoe was in Croatia and we've been working on some exciting updates for the pod that we can't wait to share with you.

On this episode former radio host turned entertainment persona... more

Hi girls, Zoe shares some big updates in her life as she signs with PWHL Hamilton for the upcoming season - also she spills on her therapy sessions and her big takeways. Zoe is joined by iconic hockey couple Mélodie Daoust and Hanna Bunton, who share... more

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Recent Guests

Denae Benites
Banana Ball and WPBL player, prominent figure in women's professional baseball
Heights/WPBL
Episode: Is Women's Baseball the Gayest Sport? ft. Denae Benites
Jax Irwin
Queer hockey player, former Virgin Radio/Kiss 92.5 host, now podcast guest
Nova Scotia, Canada
Episode: Jax Irwin is spreading Queer JOY and Probably Cold Calling your Mom
Mélodie Daoust
Lesbian hockey player and mother
Team Canada (hockey)
Episode: Starting a FAMILY after hockey with Mélodie Daoust & Hanna Bunton
Hanna Bunton
Lesbian hockey player and mother
Team Canada (hockey)
Episode: Starting a FAMILY after hockey with Mélodie Daoust & Hanna Bunton
Elizabeth Hosking
Three-time Olympic snowboarder for Team Canada
Canada Snowboard
Episode: 'Everyone Dresses like Lesbians': 3x Olympian Liz Hosking on How Gay Snowboarding Really Is 👀
Jamie Fine
Musician, five-time Juno Award nominee, Ottawa Charge fan
Jamie Fine (artist)
Episode: 'Tomorrow would've been our WEDDING DAY', Jamie Fine on her public break up
Heather Shaw
Comedian, hockey player; guest on the episode
Episode: What Happened to Zoe's 🐱?! ft. Gay Comedian Heather Shaw
Zoe Boyd
Pro hockey player and host
Episode: What Happened to Zoe's 🐱?! ft. Gay Comedian Heather Shaw
Luke Prokop
Professional hockey player and LGBTQ+ advocate, first openly gay player on an NHL contract
NHL (Milestone)</n>
Episode: 'I WAS Scott Hunter' 👀 Luke Prokop on Heated Rivalry & Being Gay in Men’s Hockey

Host

Zoe Boyd
Host of the show; drives interviews and banter; central to queer sports niche

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Tarte à la crème

    Every time I look at her I want to get a pair of scissors tattooed on my hand… She is funny, certainly a chick magnet and I wish I could hypnotize her a day or two for cuddling purposes… hehe! 🫦

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    buzzoff13
    Canadaa month ago
  • A must listen

    Always so fun! Zoe is a great interviewer ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lucyvpeters
    Canada2 months ago
  • Hi girl

    Your hilarious and I want to meet your cat pls n thanks much

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paigey17.
    Canada4 months ago
  • Big fan

    Ottawa misses you, Zoe!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Casemo7
    Canada7 months ago
  • Love this

    Fans of women’s hockey and non-straight fans will enjoy. Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tomgrrrl
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate authentic conversations about sexuality in sports and personal stories.
Episodes are praised for inclusive, relatable, and entertaining discussions that blend sports and LGBTQ+ culture.
Fans highlight the host's humor and interview presence as a standout.

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Apple Podcasts
#156
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#143
South Korea/Sports

Talking Points

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'Everyone Dresses like Lesbians': 3x Olympian Liz Hosking on How Gay Snowboarding Really Is 👀
Q: So I want to hear about your coming out story experience. Tell me about that.
Elizabeth describes growing up queer, realizing she was attracted to women in high school, and coming out to her friends and family with a mix of uncertainty and honesty, ultimately finding support from siblings and parents.
Starting a FAMILY after hockey with Mélodie Daoust & Hanna Bunton
Q: How did you two meet and fall for each other given your hockey careers?
We started as friends during a hockey event, stayed in touch through the COVID bubble, and gradually realized there was something more, which felt natural and right as we spent more time together.
'Tomorrow would've been our WEDDING DAY', Jamie Fine on her public break up
Q: What should someone do if their engagement partner might be the one to understand their change in sexuality?
Be vulnerable and honest; recognize that growth can happen within a relationship, and support each other through the transition rather than forcing a sudden outcome.
'Tomorrow would've been our WEDDING DAY', Jamie Fine on her public break up
Q: How should someone navigate dating after realizing they are bi or lesbian?
Be patient with yourself, explore honestly, and use dating apps to test the waters; then communicate openly with future partners about your evolving identity.
The DATE that STARTED it ALL: Olympian Lily Zhang & WAG Jessie Xiao
Q: Tell me about how you two first met and when you two first met and that whole thing.
We met in 2017, and we were both 21. I was traveling in San Francisco, where Lily's from, for four days. We matched on Tinder, and on my last night there, we were like, let's just meet up.

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Conversations center on LGBTQ+ representation in sports, especially women's hockey, mixed with humor, personal storytelling, and candid discussions about identity, parenting, dating, and fame. Episodes frequently feature elite athletes, musicians, and entertainers who share coming-out journeys, relationship dynamics, and the realities of navigating high-profile careers in visible communities. The show stands out for its unabashed, lighthearted approach to serious topics, a strong sense of inclusive community, and guest diversity across sports, music, and LGBTQ+ advocacy, making it a go-to for listeners seeking authentic voices at the intersection of sports and queer culture.

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Recent guests on No Straight Answers include:

1. Denae Benites
2. Jax Irwin
3. Mélodie Daoust
4. Hanna Bunton
5. Elizabeth Hosking
6. Jamie Fine
7. Heather Shaw
8. Zoe Boyd

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