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This Queer Book Saved My Life

John Parker
Queerness
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Mental Health
Abraham Lincoln
Grief
Virginia Woolf
Twin Cities Pride
Depression
Literary Essays
Queer Literature
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Pancreatic Cancer
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Female Empowerment
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Fans of On Being and Los Culturistas love this 2024 GLAAD Media Award nominee for Outstanding Podcast. Featuring Carmen Maria Machado, Alison Bechdel, Jennifer Finney Boylan, Greg Louganis, Becky Albertalli, and so many more, guests from across the rainbow tell these authors how their books helped them overcome alienation, gender dysphoria, familial homophobia, and being outed. Essayist and Lambda... more

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How do I move forward in life without any queer representation in my life?

Today we meet Troy Ford and we’re talking about the queer book that saved his life: The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien

Troy Ford is an author and editor, and the publisher of two ... more

A new episode of This Queer Book Saved My Life drops on September 23rd! In our off weeks we play episodes of The Gaily Show which John hosts. The Gaily Show is the only daily LGBTQ progressive news and talk radio show in the country airing in Minneap... more

What this book showed me was how to balance pieces of myself that didn't fit together.

Today we meet Abdi Nazemian and we’re talking about the queer book that saved his life: Another Country by James Baldwin.

Abdi Nazemian spent his childhood in a ... more

A new episode of This Queer Book Saved My Life drops on September 9th! In our off weeks we play episodes of The Gaily Show which John hosts. The Gaily Show is the only daily LGBTQ progressive news and talk radio show in the country airing in Minneapo... more

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Recent Guests

Anne Laughlin
Contributor to 'Crime Ink Iconic' and established author of crime fiction.
Bold Stroke Books
Episode: The Gaily Show: New Crime Ink Anthology
Christina Fialho
Attorney and co-founder of the national non-profit Freedom for Immigrants
Freedom for Immigrants
Episode: The Gaily Show: Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly about legal recognition for poly and non-nuclear families
Chelsea Lee Byers
West Hollywood Mayor focusing on community inclusivity and social policies
City of West Hollywood
Episode: The Gaily Show: Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly about legal recognition for poly and non-nuclear families
Caro De Robertis
Bestselling author and professor at San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University
Episode: Notes of a Crocodile with Caro De Robertis
Andrew Donager
Active member of Men-Who-Read, known for his contextual insights and contributions
Episode: The Gaily Show: Men-Who-Read Book Club, Plus Pride Booklists
Paul Cram
Twin Cities-based character actor, book lover, and multimedia designer
Episode: Christianity, Social Tolerance, and Homosexuality with Paul Cram
Sarah S. Brannen
Illustrator of the Robert F. Sibert Honor Book Summertime Sleepers and author of Uncle Bobby's Wedding
Episode: Uncle Bobby's Wedding with Brendan Gillett and Sarah S. Brannen
Brendan Gillett
High school English teacher in Brooklyn, New York, who teaches literature and creates poetry with students
Episode: Uncle Bobby's Wedding with Brendan Gillett and Sarah S. Brannen
Jake Stepansky
Gathering designer, theater maker, creative producer, writer, and sound designer, focusing on community engagement and queer organizing
The QT Library, JetCo
Episode: The Gaily Show: Getting our queer lives organized while reading LGBTQ books

Host

John Parker
Host of engaging discussions focusing on LGBTQ narratives, literature, and identity exploration, with a warm and inviting conversational style.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • Exceptional Guests and Compelling interviews

    Insightful and timely this podcast explores the incredible power of art and books for ALL PEOPLE and how they can be especially transforming and healing for LGBTQ people. Excellent interviews and guests. Addictive in its power and remarkably entertaining. Recall the quote of Ray Bradbury from the 1950s “you don’t have to burn books to destroy a culture, just get people to stop reading them”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BillyS44
    United States4 months ago
  • Great show

    Love this show! Patiently waiting for Dancer from the Dance!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    g_roth
    United States8 months ago
  • Healing my Queer Heart

    I just came across this podcast yesterday and I can already feel the love pouring out from the creators and guests. There’s nothing quite like queer people talking about queer things together. Thank you for this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Natmosphere
    Canadaa year ago
  • Disgusting

    Homos deserve hellfire

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    gotohellApplecompany
    Canada2 years ago
  • My new favorite podcast

    Such an interesting concept-a great listen for queer conversation but also for book discovery. I’m a bit picky about audio quality in my podcasts (I hate when one voice is louder or softer and I have to keep adjusting the volume) but this is smooth and easy on the ears as well as having excellent content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LaraLillibridge
    United States3 years ago

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Exceptional guests elevate discussions around literature and LGBTQ topics, making it insightful and engaging.
Listeners appreciate the emotional depth and transformative narratives shared within episodes.
The podcast fosters a strong sense of community, resonating with listeners who connect with the experiences being shared.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Gaily Show: New Crime Ink Anthology
Q: What are your hypotheses of why there hasn't been this representation?
Structural biases and unconscious tendencies in anthologies restrict inclusivity of queer voices.
The Gaily Show: Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly about legal recognition for poly and non-nuclear families
Q: Can you talk about what that signal could mean now that the court is taking up her case?
The court's move to review anti-LGBTQ cases sends a chilling effect on the community, indicating that hard-fought protections are at risk.
The Gaily Show: Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly about legal recognition for poly and non-nuclear families
Q: Can you tell us a little bit more about the stories that non-nuclear families can be facing?
Many non-nuclear families face challenges such as being denied hospital visitation, housing, and employment protections that aren't recognized by the law.
Confessions of the Fox with Ilana Masad and Jordy Rosenberg
Q: What can folks expect when they turn to Page One of Confessions?
Jordy describes it as having a mix of humor, a fictionalized retelling of Jack Sheppard's story, written in an experimental style with fake 18th-century slang.
Confessions of the Fox with Ilana Masad and Jordy Rosenberg
Q: What was the visceral experience of reading this book?
Ilana felt it was giving her permission to explore storytelling in a different way and found the book's humor and political themes impactful.

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Focusing on the transformative power of literature, the content showcases discussions around how various authors' works have significantly impacted their lives and the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals. Throughout a range of episodes, topics such as overcoming alienation, navigating gender dysphoria, tackling familial homophobia, and the experiences of being outed are explored, often through personal anecdotes and reflections. The engaging interactions between the host and guests, who span various backgrounds and experiences, serve as a vibrant testament to the impact of inclusion and representation in literature, making it an enriching listen for anyone interested in queer narratives or the broader themes of identity and acceptance.

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2. Christina Fialho
3. Chelsea Lee Byers
4. Caro De Robertis
5. Andrew Donager
6. Paul Cram
7. Sarah S. Brannen
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