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An Army Of Lovers Cannot Fail

We’re Tash Walker and Adam Zmith, and EVERY WEEK we get together to talk about history, politics, art and LGBTQ+ life.

From us ageing millennials nattering on, to interviews with exciting people doing amazing things, The Log Books contain… the stories of our lives.

WINNER of several awards including Best New Podcast (Gold) at the British Podcast Awards 2020.

An Aunt Nell Production.

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Adam got to meet the artist David Shenton and get a sneak peek of his retrospective exhibition at Norwich Castle and Museum. David’s 50+ year career is filled with wit, humour, LGBTQ+ politics, and wry observations — we loved to hear it all. 

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Tash went for a haircut and took the mic along! Their barber is the marvellous LP, who talked to Tash about seeing clients who are fed up with the way they’re boxed in by their previous hairdressers and barbers. 

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You’ve not seen queer nightlife until you’ve seen it through the lens of the photographer Linden. Adam met Stuart, the man behind the lens, to talk about what it was like to take so many iconic photos, and why it’s important to capture queer nightlif... more

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A stack of letters written by trans people asking for help in the 90s is an essential piece of queer history. The letters are rightly kept confidentially, but a year ago we were given special access to make a sound art piece using them. Today we’re m... more

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Recent Guests

Stuart Linden Rhodes
Photographer and archive founder, known for 1990s LGBTQ nightlife photography
Linden Archives / Linden Archives books
Episode: The 90s mayhem of Stuart Linden Rhodes - 016
Stephen Whittle
Founder of Press for Change; trans rights advocate
Press for Change
Episode: The Sound of Trans Freedom - 015
Kamari Romeo
Trans sound artist
Independent artist
Episode: The Sound of Trans Freedom - 015
Imogen Sayers
Trans sound artist
Independent artist
Episode: The Sound of Trans Freedom - 015
Jesse Lawson
Trans sound artist
Independent artist
Episode: The Sound of Trans Freedom - 015
Serena James
Narrator/reader of archive letters
Episode: The Sound of Trans Freedom - 015
David Pye
Sound recording/archival contributor
Episode: The Sound of Trans Freedom - 015
Arlie Adlington
Sound engineer/producer
Aunt Nell
Episode: The Sound of Trans Freedom - 015
Adam Smith
Executive producer
Aunt Nell
Episode: The Sound of Trans Freedom - 015

Hosts

Tash Walker
Host of The Log Books
Adam Zmith
Host of The Log Books
Adam Smith
Host of The Log Books

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 618 ratings
  • A special podcast

    Such a special podcast! These stories need to be heard, and should never be forgotten. Adam & Tash are such good interviewers. Thanks Stephen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hart Talks
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Fascinating podcast!

    One of my favourite podcasts. Adam and Tash have such a thoughtful, sensitive and considerate approach as podcast hosts as they delve into The Logbooks - such an interesting area of queer history. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Logan20137
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Ads have ruined it

    I used to log the log books, and frequently recommended it to others! However, the ads in the current season have ruined it and you miss so much now when skipping them. I wish it was possible to support them without the ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Peter1292
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • A must listen podcast

    This is a very interesting dive into the lbgq+ world. Enlightening and informative podcast that the hosts present in a caring way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Magickmysty
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • A must listen

    A deep dive into LGBTQI+ history in the UK. Important stories everyone should hear and understand.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marc.Faulder
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Many describe the show as essential and insightful for allies and historians alike.
Audience highlights emotional, moving storytelling and strong archival context.
Some listeners dislike ad-length changes in newer seasons.
Listeners praise thoughtful, sensitive hosting and deep dives into LGBTQ+ history.
Overall, the show is seen as a crucial, well-produced history of queer life.

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Barbers beyond gender - 017
Q: What's special about LP as a barber, and why did you want to record this experience?
LP is a queer-owned barber who creates an open, affirming space where clients feel safe to explore and express gender identities. The on-site haircutting session was recorded to capture the transformative potential of queer-operated service spaces and how they support personal storytelling and community building.
Inherent Vice - 004
Q: Can you maybe just start by telling me what Inherent Vice is?
Inherent Vice is a community interest company that creates zines and aims to promote queer heritage and arts, with an emphasis on making queer histories accessible to heritage professionals and a broader audience alike.
Being both | Episode 14
Q: What words would you have used at that time to describe those things?
The guest explains that they used self-descriptors internally, recognizing a journey from confusion and internalized homophobia toward a clearer self-language, and emphasizes the process of coming to understand their sexuality in a conservative environment.
Dream homes | Episode 8
Q: What are the qualities that make queer community camaraderie feel different compared to wider society?
Queer activists understand what it's like to be on the periphery and have a sense of instinctive connectivity that many straight individuals might not grasp.
Dream homes | Episode 8
Q: What was it like to pack up that house and kind of close it down?
Mark felt it more than I did. I love our life now, but I miss the camaraderie. We keep in touch, entertain a lot, and have dinner parties.

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The show blends personal memoir with LGBTQ+ history, archiving lived experiences through intimate conversations and expert interviews. Across episodes, topics span queer archives, community activism, archival practice, and the social and political contexts shaping LGBTQ+ lives in Britain and beyond. Noteworthy is the hosts' emphasis on living histories—often centered in London and community spaces—paired with creative storytelling, performance, and a clear commitment to making marginalised histories accessible and engaging for a broad audience.

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2. Stephen Whittle
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