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OUTCAST WORLD

Graeme Smith
LGBTQ+ Community
LGBTQ+ Rights
Grindr
Edinburgh Fringe
Mental Health
Labour Party
HIV
LGBTQ+ Representation
Queer Activism
Community Engagement
Trans Rights
Open Relationships
Sexual Health
Media Representation
Liberal Democrats
Reform UK
The Love Tank
Glastonbury
Bonus Track
Heartstopper

Queer politics • sex • culture Outcast World is a queer politics, sex and culture podcast hosted by multi award-winning broadcaster and podcaster Graeme Smith, alongside rotating guests and co-hosts. Each week features an eclectic mix of guests. Journalists, comedians, academics, authors, activists and artists appear alongside queer stars from the BBC’s groundbreaking I Kissed a Boy, and familiar ... more

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During the 1980s, half the patients on some of London’s AIDS wards were Irish. It is a staggering fact—and part of an almost-forgotten chapter of queer history.

Homosexuality remained illegal in Ireland until 1993. Many queer Irish people crossed th... more

It's the last weekend of this year's Edinburgh Fringe and in our time in Edinburgh we've spoken to some of the most interesting new and established artists from around the world.

OUTCAST WORLD is live from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe — the biggest... more

The Fringe changes pace once the last week arrives, the flyering gets a little more frantic, the queues at the good venues get a little longer, and the shows that have built word of mouth over three weeks are the ones worth fighting for a ticket to. ... more

Some Fringe shows you have to see to believe, and Final Queen is very much one of them, so this week I sat down with its creator and star Harrison Sweeney to work out how on earth you build a drag circus horror comedy about a queen road-tripping acro... more

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Recent Guests

Joey Jennings
Musician and performer featuring in the show Little Pink Dress
Self / Little Pink Dress show
Episode: LIVE FROM THE EDINBURGH FRINGE: Joey Jennings and Little Pink Dress
Gareth Waugh
Comedian with show Is Pepsi OK?
Episode: LIVE FROM THE EDINBURGH FRINGE: Gareth Waugh's true crime show & queer coded science
Harrison Sweeney
The person behind Final Queen
Final Queen (Drag Circus Horror Show)
Episode: LIVE FROM THE EDINBURGH FRINGE: Final Queen! The drag horror spectacular
Graeme Smith
Host of Outcast World
Episode: LIVE FROM THE EDINBURGH FRINGE: Final Queen! The drag horror spectacular
Giovanni Bellanda
Co-founder of Compagnia Bellanda, dancer
Compagnia Bellanda
Episode: LIVE FROM THE EDINBURGH FRINGE: Dan Tiernan & Compagnia Bellanda
Claudia Bellanda
Co-founder of Compagnia Bellanda, dancer
Compagnia Bellanda
Episode: LIVE FROM THE EDINBURGH FRINGE: Dan Tiernan & Compagnia Bellanda
Dan Tiernan
Stand-up comedian
Independent
Episode: LIVE FROM THE EDINBURGH FRINGE: Dan Tiernan & Compagnia Bellanda
Gabriel Clark
Actor and star of Tip Toe (Russell T Davies' drama)
Actor
Episode: Tip Toe Star Gabriel Clark: Live in the gallery
Metin Pekin
Businessman turned author
Author, Breaking Democracy's Chains
Episode: Is The Party Over, Andy?

Host

Graeme Smith
Host of Outcast World

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Absolutely fabulous show & host

    Hearing the news and queer stories delivered with honesty, humor, and support is much needed in these times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Calen Ann
    United States10 months ago
  • Oozes authenticity

    Outcast UK is an incredible listen. There's nothing else like it. I don't hear the kind of LGBTQ+ topics they cover anywhere else.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucy Mycock
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • A great listen

    In a time of increasing polarising debate and rising prejudice this podcast gets through some serious topics with humour. Platforming a variety of voices and identities, this OutcastUK covers a wide range of topics from the serious to the lighthearted. A must listen for LGBTQ+ folk and allies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sjalloneword
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • 5 stars and the rest!

    A beacon in these troubling times , funny , warm , irreverent and 100% inclusive .Thank you for making my week, every week!

    David

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BirkinsDad
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Funny and Real!

    Debates difficult topics in a honest and entertaining way. Really warm and welcoming while giving thought provoking arguments and have had some great guests! Love it ☺️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chazzychum
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

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A must-listen for LGBTQ+ folks and allies seeking thoughtful discourse.
Hearing queer stories with honesty, humor, and support is refreshing.
Hard-hitting and inclusive, the show combines warmth with sharp insight.
Thoughtful, provocative, and accessible even on difficult topics.
There's nothing else like it for LGBTQ+ topics with broad appeal.

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LIVE FROM THE EDINBURGH FRINGE: Dan Tiernan & Compagnia Bellanda
Q: So what can people expect from your Edinburgh show if they go and see it this year?
Tiernan describes a debut hour that is a mix of greatest hits and new material, around 50 minutes of personal storytelling and jokes, with previews used to refine the act.
LIVE FROM THE EDINBURGH FRINGE: Dan Tiernan & Compagnia Bellanda
Q: Right, seeing as this is an LGBTQ plus podcast and you are gay, tell us how you came out. We want to know. We've got to know.
Tiernan discusses coming out in stages, the personal and stage-related aspects, and how being open on stage eventually made his identity a public, known part of him online.
ATTITUDE COVER STAR CARL CASHMAN: 80 PERCENT OF LIB DEMS ARE GAY!
Q: Why should queer people who feel politically disillusioned give the Lib Dems a chance?
The guest argues that Lib Dems offer a practical, progressive path with a commitment to LGBTQ rights and liberal values, emphasizing their track record in enabling equal marriage and resisting regressive policies.
Tip Toe Star Gabriel Clark: Live in the gallery
Q: What was it like working with an intimate theater audience during Jock Night?
Gabriel recalls the intense onstage dynamic, the intimacy with audiences, and the dual shock and thrill of performing explicit scenes in small spaces like the Seven Dials Playhouse.
Tip Toe Star Gabriel Clark: Live in the gallery
Q: What can we expect from Tip Toe?
Gabriel describes Tip Toe as a multi-faceted drama rooted in queer life, with a strong sense of community on Canal Street and a continuation of Russell T Davies' distinctive approach to inclusive storytelling.

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The show centers queer politics, sex, and culture, mixing sharp political analysis with candid conversations about LGBTQ+ representation, media, and activism. Episodes feature a rotating slate of guests—from journalists and comedians to activists, authors, and film makers—who unpack current events, queer identity, and cultural trends with humor and candor. Its distinctive edge comes from hosting a progressive, unapologetic queer perspective that invites diverse voices and provocative questions, making it a go-to for listeners seeking thoughtful dialogue at the intersection of politics and culture.

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Recent guests on OUTCAST WORLD include:

1. Joey Jennings
2. Gareth Waugh
3. Harrison Sweeney
4. Graeme Smith
5. Giovanni Bellanda
6. Claudia Bellanda
7. Dan Tiernan
8. Gabriel Clark

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