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The colorful world of alternative drag! 🌈  e chat with the captivating Anne Alien and the fabulous Yovska about pushing boundaries, living outside the norm, and shaking up the drag scene. From shocking performances to inclusive language debates, this episode is a wild ride you won't want to miss! Get your wigs ready and join us for a queer and quirky exploration of drag's vibrant spectrum.

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The vibrant mosaic of the mixed-race journey with Kelcy Timmons Chan, the whimsical queer pop artist and mural painter. Discussing the sense of belonging and family dynamics, we explore the intersection of identity and artistry. From managing stereotypes to embracing authentic selves, Kelcy's kaleidoscopic perspective illuminates pathways to inclusivity and self-discovery. Join us for a colorful conversation that's equal parts insightful and fabulously queer!

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Thank you to our Annual Sponsor Vizzy Hard Seltzer! 

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mixt.paints/

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Is Queerness Natural? 🦓 From dismantling heteronormative biases in science to spotlighting our fabulous gay fish ancestors, we are joined by Seb, a trans-masc/non-binary powerhouse with an animal science background, leads us on a journey through the animal kingdom's LGBTQ+ spectrum. Unmasking the arguments against queerness, revealing the rainbow of sociosexual behaviors, and exposing historical erasures, this episode celebrates the vibrant diversity within nature. Get ready for a WILD Thornberries-style adventure that's educational, entertaining, and unapologetically queer!

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Unearth the roots of transness in ancient cultures, from the gender fluidity of mythological gods to India's resilient Hijra community. Explore the Islamic Golden Age and Christian conflicts in the medieval period. Travel through the cross-dressing culture of the early modern era and discover forgotten trans stories from the American Wild West. Delve into the scientific origins of transvestism and the impact of World War II. Navigate the ups and downs of the 20th century, from the Lavender Scare to the Stonewall Riots, AIDS epidemic, and increased visibility in the 2000s. Join us on this powerful journey through time, celebrating trans resilience and exploring the ongoing struggles in the fight for trans rights. Enjoy!

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In this episode we delve into the journey of embracing your own authenticity through external expression, particularly the transformative power of makeup.

 Our special guest, Brandi Leifso, shares her inspiring journey from a domestic violence shelter to founding EVIO Beauty at just 21, a brand committed to making a positive impact. Having collaborated closely with EVIO on our project Turning Heads Vol. II, a short documentary which gave 9 queer folks drastically different suprise makeovers. 

Don't miss the screening on December 2nd at 5 pm at Hot Docs Cinema and keep an eye out for an exclusive collab product bundle with EVIO.

Screening Tickets: https://hotdocs.ca/whats-on/films/turning-heads

Watch Turning Heads Vol I: 

https://youtu.be/ukxSTc0JI_k?si=dtc57dV7V4vwrF7-

We're smashing heteronormative traditions with queer, trans, and body-positive activist turned wedding officiant, Kaleb Robertson. We tackle mental barriers to marriage, navigate the collision of queer and family worlds, and defy the historical shackles of misogynistic traditions. From ditching the 'giving away the bride' drama to garter toss critiques, we're rewriting the wedding rulebook. Stick around for Kaleb's favorite queer wedding story, and if you want Fluffy at your wedding, find them where glitter meets love! Let's queerify 'I do'.

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Today we are joined by Mahmoud Shabeeb,  also known as Moody. Moody is with us today to speak on the queer Palestinian and greater Palestinian experience. Please note that this episode was recorded on October 20th, since then the situation in Gaza has escalated greatly and we recommend watching closely via sources like Democracy Now. 

Big thank you to Moody for trusting us with his story, we encourage you all to take a deep breath and please listen to today's episode with an open mind and loving heart.

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Can a negative coming-out experience coexist with familial, cultural, and religious ties? We are joined by Taha, a trailblazing content creator exploring the intersection of queerness and the South Asian immigrant experience. Taha shares his story of navigating stigmatization in South Asian culture, the complexities of setting boundaries, committing to family despite rejection, and navigating the delicate balance of culture without religion. Enjoy!

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When we say Queer Collective is for the entire queer community we say that with our full chest

In today's episode we’re joined by local queer & trans advocate Kaleb Robertson, who is also known in Drag as Fluffy Soufflé. Fluffy is one half of the magical storytelling duo, Fay & Fluffy. Together we leave no stone unturned when chatting about recent anti-trans protests across Canada & the issues surrounding drag story times, parental consent & sex education. 

Contact Kaleb: https://www.instagram.com/uncle_kaleb/

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