The Log Books
Tash Walker and Adam ZmithWe’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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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 70 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureDocumentaryHistory | |||
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Tash got a tour of Bradford’s queer history with Alice Parsons, who runs the city’s Castles in the Sky project. We learnt all about the local Switchboard, the gay arts festival, the lesbian support line, and how these all stem from Bradford’s radical... more
Tash has tuned into the secret sounds of electricity pylons (no, really) and discovered something unique about human connection and queer experience. We learnt about ‘sferics’ and about static electricity in the air, and how it affects us all.
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Tash went down to Kings Cross in London to visit the newly re-opened Queer Britain museum. From nightclubs like Club Kali to footballers like Justin Fashanu, from the painter Carrington to dyke-themed folk songs, the museum captures every part of que... more
It feels like life is pulling many of us down at the moment — so we asked each other: what do you do to stay afloat? We discuss swimming, solo cinema trips, birds and well-stocked food cupboards. The queer future starts here?
-Adam + Tash
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- 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 Podcasts5Hart Talks
United Kingdom3 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 Podcasts5Logan20137United Kingdom3 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 Podcasts3Peter1292United Kingdom4 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 Podcasts5MagickmystyUnited Kingdom3 years ago - A must listen
A deep dive into LGBTQI+ history in the UK. Important stories everyone should hear and understand.
Apple Podcasts5Marc.FaulderUnited Kingdom3 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #161 | United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #243 |  Hong Kong/History |
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What is The Log Books about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show blends personal memoir with LGBTQ+ history, interview-driven storytelling, and archival insight, often anchored by conversations with activists, historians, journalists, and community organizers. Episodes regularly center on intergenerational perspectives, archives, and the lived experiences of queer communities in the UK, especially around Switchboard, Clause 28, and grassroots activism. A notable strength is its craft in weaving intimate personal narrative with broader social history, producing a tender, rigorous portrait of LGBTQ+ life across decades. Listeners often praise the deeply human storytelling, the careful handling of sensitive topics, and the accessible access to archival material and community voices.
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The Log Books launched 7 years ago and published 70 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Log Books include:
1. Jennifer Kroot
2. Sister Roma
3. Tino Orsini
4. Abi McIntosh
5. Steph Fuller
6. Monty Moncrieff
7. Clare Truscott
8. Catherine Lee
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