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QueerAF | Inspiring LGBTQIA+ stories told by emerging queer creatives

QueerAF
Trans Plus History Week
Trans Rights
Queer Creatives
Transgender History
Sex Education
Electronic Music
Synthesizers
Queer Comedy
Trans History Week
Transgender Identity
Gender Identity
Wendy Carlos
Alternative Comedy
80s Comedy Scene
Diversity and Inclusion
Queer Representation
HIV
Prep
LGBTQIA+ Rights
Trans Identity

QueerAF is the award-winning (more than a) podcast with beyond-the-binary stories, mini-documentaries and live podcast events about queerness, history, sexuality, gender and identity from the UK's only press-regulated not-for-profit LGBTQIA+ publisher.

QueerAF helps you understand the LGBTQIA+ world and support queer creatives to change the media. All our shows are created by a different budding ... more

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Recorded in February 2026 at National Student Pride, a live recording of the QueerAF podcast, hosted by Juno Dawson, with guests Munroe Bergdorf, Zelah Glasson, Lars Fellows and Fizz Sinclair - the panel explores Trans 2030, what life is like now and... more

The north of England has a long history of welcoming migrant communities, despite a growing far-right movement growing in the region. Indeed, immigration is an integral part of the history of the UK. While that’s in part due to a horrific colonial pa... more

Allyship, solidarity. They’re words that are banded around a lot. Allies often ask how to show solidarity, and marginalised queer and Trans+ folks try their hardest to give ever-increasing practical insights. But what do those words, really mean? How... more

Rachel Taylor MP told the UK Parliment, "waiting times for gender affirming healthcare are nothing short of a national scandal". Speaking, using almost word for word our reporting in the Gender Clinic Files - an investigation into the length of waiti... more

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Recent Guests

Amelia Pearson
Leeds-based activist and founder of the Bradford Trans Film Collective
Bradford Trans Film Collective
Episode: The transgender refugees finding sanctuary in the North of England
Ayman Eckford
trans person and refugee from Donetsk, Ukraine
LAS Sheffield
Episode: The transgender refugees finding sanctuary in the North of England
Travis Willey
Founder of Black Trans Hub UK, community leader focusing on access to gender-affirming care for Black and Brown trans people
Black Trans Hub UK
Episode: Why are NHS gender clinic waiting times so long?
Shea Brown
Co-founder and director of health care at TransActual
TransActual
Episode: Why are NHS gender clinic waiting times so long?
Ludovic Parsons
Freelance investigative journalist with a long history of working with UK news publishers
Queer AF
Episode: How to build a better relationship with the news as a LGBTQIA+ person
Ruby Rare
Award-winning educator and broadcaster focused on LGBTQIA+ education and sex/relationship content
Queer AF
Episode: How to build a better relationship with the news as a LGBTQIA+ person
Otis Grieve
Trans plus creative and Bristol-based audio producer
QueerAF Trans Plus History Week project
Episode: Cute twinks and gym bros: Why do we police trans masculine identities?
Castor Von Curse (Juno)
Transmasculine drag performer
Self-employed artist
Episode: Cute twinks and gym bros: Why do we police trans masculine identities?
Marc Thompson
HIV activist and lead commissioner for the London HIV Prevention Programme
London HIV Prevention Programme
Episode: Cute twinks and gym bros: Why do we police trans masculine identities?

Host

Jamie Wareham
Producer and host across QueerAF and related projects; executive producer interactions noted

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 336 ratings
  • Fantastic podcast and organisation!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    FailarielH
    2 months ago
  • Awesome show!

    Great topics. Love the show!!! Learn, share, understand. Love listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mickey-69
    United States2 years ago
  • I’m straight now bc if this podcast

    This made me question myself being a trans gay vampire ware wolf queen so I just went back to being a dude

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    k try xiehbrjcbd
    Canada4 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Brilliant podcast! QueerAF are doing awesome work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ally_Nuttall
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Yay more queer representation!!!

    Yay!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ApriciTea
    United States4 years ago

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Ian McKellen on Shakespeare, Magneto and LGBTQIA+ activism
Q: What advice would you give to young queer artists starting out today?
Be yourself, tell your truth, and pursue opportunities with enthusiasm and resilience; there are many paths to success beyond traditional routes, including new media and self-distribution.
The legacy of HIV activists is under threat. How do we turn the tide?
Q: What lessons from past AIDS activists can help today's advocacy for inclusive sexual health?
The importance of solidarity across gender identities, racialized communities, sex workers, and global regions, and the need to center diverse voices rather than focusing on a single issue, to create a more effective, intersectional movement.
The legacy of HIV activists is under threat. How do we turn the tide?
Q: Could you tell me a little bit more about Lou's journey into activism and community building?
Lou began by reaching out to others, sharing his story, listening to theirs, and building a network of trans men through meetups, newsletters, and publications; this laid the groundwork for long-term community organizing and advocacy.
Big Brother, Trans+ friend or Foe? Nadia Almada and Zelah Glasson discuss
Q: What kind of advice would you give to another trans person going on a show like Big Brother?
The advice centers on owning one's narrative, choosing whether and when to disclose, and recognizing that there is no obligation to explain everything; the decision should be personal and right for the individual.
Big Brother, Trans+ friend or Foe? Nadia Almada and Zelah Glasson discuss
Q: Why, what made you want to go on reality TV?
Nadia reflects that it was a new opportunity and a platform to explore inclusion, while Zelah describes considering it as a way to promote her trans-focused project, ultimately deciding to take a leap.

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Frequently Asked Questions About QueerAF

What is QueerAF about and what kind of topics does it cover?

QueerAF showcases LGBTQIA+ stories told by emerging queer creatives, blending personal narratives, mini-documentaries, and live events. Episodes span trans visibility, queer history, activism, arts, and culture, often centering underrepresented voices and community-building. The format rotates through different producers and guests, delivering fresh perspectives on identity, representation, and social impact, with a strong emphasis on mentorship and opportunity for new audio creators. Its unique angle is the ensemble approach: each episode is often led by a different queer creator, producing a mosaic of voices while highlighting ongoing advocacy and historical context.

Noteworthy elements include live event coverage, collaborations with ad... more

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Recent guests on QueerAF include:

1. Amelia Pearson
2. Ayman Eckford
3. Travis Willey
4. Shea Brown
5. Ludovic Parsons
6. Ruby Rare
7. Otis Grieve
8. Castor Von Curse (Juno)

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