Best Padraig Wilson McCarthy Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 76 | Grindr, Street Fighter and Sarbrina Carpenter 33:03

6d ago33:03

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James and Pádraig break the news on their upcoming departure, starting the countdown on their tenure with all the feels. In our Rainbow Roundup, we’re flagging Grindr scams (stay safe out there!), and scouring the queer-verse. We're also talking Orville Peck’s surprise cameo in the Street Fighter movie alongside Jason Momoa. Plus: Dublin Bus and Ou…

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Episode 75 | Pride, Page-Turners & Children's Books Ireland 36:55

9d ago36:55

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In this episode of Queeriosity, host James O’Hagan puts Adam McBride from LGBT Ireland in the hot seat with a pop culture quiz that’s equal parts fabulous and fierce. They dive into the latest LGBTQ+ news headlines, revisit the inspiring story of the Emerald Warriors, and shine a spotlight on queer representation in children's literature with a spe…

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Episode 74 | Piers Morgan on Mamma Mia? 33:32

20d ago33:32

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This week on Queeriosity, the lads are diving into the headlines. In Ohio, Republicans have introduced a bill proposing a “Natural Families” month — a move many see as a way to sideline LGBTQ+ families. Meanwhile, 20 EU countries are calling on Hungary to reverse its recent pride ban, signaling growing international concern. On a lighter note, ther…

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Episode 73: Vaxxed, Blessed & Eurovision Messed 35:21

27d ago35:21

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This week on Queeriosity, the lads are diving headfirst into the headlines with a signature queer twist. We’re talking the new gonorrhea vaccine (finally!), and the drama of Eurovision that’s got everyone talking. Plus, we get into rising star Chappell Roan and unpack the wild world of parasocial relationships. Tune in for laughs, tea, and your wee…

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Episode 72: From Ballot to Celebration: Remembering the Marriage Equality Vote 31:35

1M ago31:35

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This week on Queeriosity!, James is joined by Adam McBride from LGBT Ireland for a heartfelt and powerful look back at a landmark moment in Irish LGBTQ+ history—the 2015 Marriage Equality Referendum. Together, they revisit the campaign, the emotion, and the legacy of a vote that changed everything. Whether you marched, voted, or watched from afar, …

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Episode 71: Grindr, Grandads, and the Return to Wisteria Lane 29:19

2M ago29:19

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This week on Queeriosity, Padraig and James dive into the latest LGBTQ+ news, including the use of Grindr in election ad campaigns, the reboot of Desperate Housewives and Kim Kardashian getting robbed by pensioners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 70: A Queer Time Capsule 28:06

2M ago28:06

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This week on Queeriosity, we’re cracking open the glittery vault of LGBTQ+ history in a special segment we’re calling Reeling In The Queers. Join us as we revisit the moments that shaped queer culture, from defiant protests to groundbreaking milestones. Plus, James brings us up to speed with the latest in LGBTQ+ news. It’s nostalgia, knowledge, and…

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Episode 69 | Padraig's Return from New York & Big Brother 27:33

2M ago27:33

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Padraig and James dive into the latest LGBTQ+ news from Hungary, the UK and beyond! Unpack all the drama from Big Brother and Padraig shares all the highlights from his recent trip to New York. From Broadway buzz to officiating a marriage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 68 | Queer Sheds & Katy Perry in Space 37:30

2M ago37:30

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James is in studio talking about all the big headlines of the week. Katy Perry is jetting off to space along with Gayle King, civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, filmmaker Kerianne Flynn and Jeff Bezos' fiancée Lauren Sánchez. James is concerned In Celebrity Big Brother news, it's arrived with a rocky start…

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Episode 67 | Dykon & PantiGate 43:11

3M ago43:11

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This week on Queeriosity, Padraig and James sit down with the brilliant Mafalda "Mafi" Hruskova, the powerhouse behind Dykon and the newly launched Dykonic Festival. In Pop News, the duo dive into the latest season of White Lotus — who’s hot, who’s sus, and who’s almost definitely going to die. Also, they unpack the unnerving return of Trump to the…

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Episode 66 | Queer Dublin Walking Tour & Celebrity Big Brother 45:56

3M ago45:56

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The Lads are in the studio today to cover all the big headlines of the week. President Trump's Colorado portrait was unveiled, and he's not happy with it. Belfast pride has barred Northern Ireland's exectutive parties Sinn Feiin, DUP, Alliiance and UUP from marching in Pride after their support of an indefinite ban on puberty blockers for under 18s…

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Episode 65 | Four Mothers and Peer Support 43:47

3M ago43:47

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James is joined by Adam McBride from LGBT Ireland to discuss the biggest stories affecting the community this week, including the banning of Pride events in Hungary as well as the range of Peer Support groups that are around Ireland. He's also joined by writers and director Colin and Darren Thornton to talk about their new movie 'Four Mothers'. The…

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Episode 64: Dublin Bears, MyMind and Rosie O'Donnell's Coming to Ireland 41:02

3M ago41:02

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Join James and Pádraig in the studio as they dive into an exciting and thought-provoking discussion. They're joined by Michael, Neill and Tom from Dublin Bears to chat about Béar Féile 2025, the annual festival celebrating the bear community in Ireland, and what attendees can look forward to this year. They're also joined by Emma Lynch from MyMind …

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Episode 63: Padraig’s Pop Culture Takeover with Fionnuala Jay 36:25

3M ago36:25

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Welcome to the Padraig & @fionnualajay Pop Culture Takeover! Covering everything from Charli XCX serving chaos at the Brits, Millie Bobby Brown silencing the haters and Eurovision. If you would like to reach out to Pádraig or James their social media handles are @Padraig_WMC and @Jameso_Hagan or email [email protected]. Check out Queerios…

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Episode 62 - BelongTo Sundays And A Piano Bar In The Boilerhouse? 35:12

4M ago35:12

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On this week's show James leads us through the biggest stories affecting the community this week Deputy CEO of BelongTo Sinead Keane joins the show to talk about BelongTo Sundays, a revival of a very valuable safe space for those aged 14 to 17. We also catch you up on the hottest stories coming from the LA LA Land. If you would like to reach out to…

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Episode 61 - The Boys Are Back in Town 44:38

4M ago44:38

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The boys are back in town! James and Padraig recap the biggest stories that hit the headlines while the show was on hiatus. And David Monaghan from Rock Bottom Saloon tells us about his latest work, I Wouldn't Mind Control. If you would like to reach out to Pádraig or James their social media handles are @Padraig_WMC and @Jameso_Hagen or email quee…

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Episode 60 - Na Gaeil Aeracha, Pobal Community Engagement and holding space for Queer Media 46:08

7M ago46:08

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Adam McBride from LGBT Ireland tells us about a new resource created by Pobal & the Department of Rural and Community Development all about Community Engagement and how our local communities can be more inclusive in their approaches Planning and Decision Making. And with some of us potentially eying new challenges for 2025 - Dylan Mellody Kelly & E…

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Episode 59 - Robbie Lawlor and Veda, Gwyneth Goes Skiing and a Wicked Review 44:57

7M ago44:57

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On the show this week, Robbie Lawlor and Veda, HIV activists, podcasting legends and community royalty make their Queeriosity debut! They speak about how their friendship became a powerful double act in fighting stigma associated with HIV. Ahead of it's Dublin debut this week, writer, director and star of Gwyneth Goes Skiing, Linus Karp is in studi…

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Episode 58 - Shark School, Heartlands Pride and the Trump election victory autopsy continues 39:02

7M ago39:02

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James is flying solo this week, with Dublin City FM's Roisin O'Neill popping in to chat through all the biggest stories in our Rainbow Roundup. If you thought Pride season ended with Brat Summer? We’ve got news for you: Heartland Pride Athlone’s winter pride festival is taking place from 29th of November to the 1st of December. We’re joined by comm…

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Episode 57 - The Hate Crime Bill, Stand Up Week and Trump's Triumph 35:24

7M ago35:24

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On this week's show it's election central as we chat about the US election and our own general election. Luna Lara Liboni from The Irish Council of Civil Liberties joins us to discuss the hate crime legislation that passed through the Dáil recently and what we need to do to ensure people are protected against hate speech. Off the back of another su…

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Episode 56 - Tarot Reading with Moira Fowley 49:11

8M ago49:11

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On this weeks show we are joined by resident tarot reader in Dublin's street 66, Moira Fowley, Moira chats through the art of tarot and how it can be used in our everyday to become more in tune with ourselves before giving Pádraig and James a tarot reading! Guess who got the death card? You can catch Moira on the third Tuesday of every month in Str…

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Episode 55 - Gay Project Corks new home, Rosalind Anketell's new music and a Wicked feud 41:30

8M ago41:30

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If you would like to reach out to Pádraig or James their social media handles are @Padraig_WMC and @Jameso_Hagen or email [email protected]. Check out Queeriosity on Instagram @queeriosityradio. If you are enjoying Queeriosity, don't for get to drop us a 5 star rating and subscribe! If you or anyone you know needs support the national LGB…

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Episode 54 - Juicy Market, Dress You Up and Donald Trump doing The YMCA 43:54

8M ago43:54

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On this weeks show! Wayne Power, author of 'Dress You Up' a fabulous new stage play which premieres in Waterford's Bank Lane from October 22nd to 25th joins us to give us an insight into the story of Bobbie Burke who has big dreams of becoming a drag queen in the summer of 1997 and gives us an insight into how rehearsals are going ahead of opening …

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Episode 53 - The Professional Association for Trans Health Ireland (PATHI), Oisin O'Reilly on Outhouse's Arthouse Fundraiser and we're Oooh Ahh Just a Lidl Bit obsessed with McCutcheon 46:04

8M ago46:04

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On this weeks show... Brendon & Matt from the newly formed Professional Association for Trans Health Ireland (PATHI) join us to talk about how we can strengthening the health, rights and wellbeing of trans and gender diverse people. Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre CEO Oisin O'Reilly tells us life in Dublins LGBTQ+ community space, and creating a place where…

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Episode 52 - Hysterical Women, Fionnuala Jay and Has Drag Race Seen It's Day? 36:16

9M ago36:16

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On this weeks show.. Ally to the stars, Fionnuala Jay helps us dissect the top LGBTQ stories of the week including the Brat collaborations, Rebel Wilson's wedding and Sophie's poshumous album. Emily Bradley and Ally Ryan are in studio chatting about women's place in the comedy scene and their brilliant monthly comedy night Hysterical Women. And ami…

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Episode 51 - INTO LGBT+ Teachers Group, Megan Burke and A Game of Would You Rather at Katy Perry's Expense! 45:33

9M ago45:33

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On this weeks show, It’s same sex marriage, @ladygaga and Eurovision in our rainbow round up - the perfect trifecta! Ahead of its 20th anniversary, Anne Marie, Eileen and Niall from The INTO's LGBT branch (@intolgbt) join us to chat about the work the group has done to promote inclusive environments for staff and pupils in our primary schools. The …

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Episode 50 - Author Rich Rubin, Dublin's New Queer Barbershop and A Chappell Roan Debrief 41:50

9M ago41:50

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This week we’re yapping about @troyesivan @pathi.ie and Kharkiv Pride in our Rainbow Round Up Kiro and Tiago, the force behind a brand new queer barbershop @queerhawkdublin join us to tell us about their business venture and tease us on an opening date! Travel and Food Journalist as well as author Rich Rubin @rich_rubin speaks to us about his book …

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Episode 49 - Queer Displaced Indigenous Palestinian Poet Yaffa As & Dr Angela O'Connell of OSSCork Domestic Violence Information Resource Centre 35:00

9M ago35:00

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On this weeks Queeriosity: As we mark one year since the beginning of the current conflict in Gaza, queer Palestinian activist and poet Yaffa (@yaffasutopia) joins us to discuss their work on Palestinian resistance and queer inclusion, while Dr. Angela O'Connell of OSSCork (@osscork4) findings from a new reachOUT: report 'Addressing Intimate Partne…

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Episode 48 - Musican Chapel Lizard, Cabaret performer Mark T Coxx and the end of Brat Summer 41:00

10M ago41:00

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On this weeks Queeriosity: Queer bedroom artist Chapel Lizard aka David Monaghan steps in to chat through some of the weeks biggest stories, before we discuss their brand new EP entitled End of Summer, which will be released in the coming months. Dublin Fringe Festival is fast approaching for two weeks of Theatre, music, cabaret and comedy and Awar…

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Episode 47 - Comedian Becky Cheatle and MPower Programme Manager Adam Shanley 41:25

10M ago41:25

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On this weeks Queeriosity: Award-winning screenwriter & director, Becky Cheatle who’s first full-length stand-up comedy show Starfighter debuts during Dublin Fringe Festival in The Pearse Centre tells us about her show, coming out as trans during the covid pndemic, and why its never too late to be yourself. With two major updates related to queer s…

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Episode 46 - Rose Eveleth, Tom Chadwick and A Tribute to Nell McCafferty 50:02

10M ago50:02

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On this weeks Queeriosity: James sits down for a chat with Rose Eveleth about her new podcast 'Tested' which takes an indepth look at sex testing in elite female sport! Dublin singer and musician, Tim Chadwick chats to us about his debut album 'Pulverise,' his musical inspiration, finding his sound and his music as being a representation for young …

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Episode 45 -Equality for Children' Ranae von Meding, Petrified Podcasts Peter Dunne & HELP ME QUEERIOSITY EP Edition 47:03

10M ago47:03

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The band is back together as the host and Padraig dive into the week’s biggest LGBTQI+ stories in the Rainbow Roundup. In Ireland, many children of LGBTQ+ families still face legal obstacles in being recognized by both of their parents. Ranae von Meding, CEO of Equality for Children, discusses their advocacy work and the impact of recent legislatio…

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Episode 44 - Dr. Ady Berry, Sexy Tadhg and Leaps of Faith with Conor Galvin 42:00

10M ago42:00

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James is taking a break with week and Pádraig is in the comfy seat! We are joined by Today FM's Cathal O Sullivan, to talk us through this weeks top LGBTQ+ stories including Charli's charitable deed and The VMA's nominations! After a gender row broke out at The Olympics following a fight including Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, Dr. Adeline Barry join…

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Episode 43 - Playing With Pride, Gaze Fim Festival and Author Sarah Rees Brennan 44:25

11M ago44:25

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In a week where sport become secondary news at The Olympics as people took to social media to dispute the eligibility of a female boxer, Domhnaill Harkin (@domhnaillh) speaks to us about Playing with Pride, a new documentary by @shoutout_ire highlighting LGBTQI+ plus inclusion in Irish sport A highlight for movie buffs Gaze Film Festival (@gazefilm…

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Episode 42 - Kamala's Brat Summer, Asexuality Activist Yasmin Benoit, Out & Proud and Drag & Draw 45:50

11M ago45:50

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Pardon us while we exist in the context This week on Queeriosity pioneering asexuality activist and model @theyasminbenoit joins us to discuss her efforts in raising visibility for the ACE community and her innovative #ThisIsWhatAsexualLooksLike campaign. Host of @rteradio1’s "Out & Proud" @trev_keegan joins us to chat about their new series, which…

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Episode 41 - Summer Throwback with Paddy Crosbie, Niamh Orbinski & Mammies for Trans Rights 52:48

11M ago52:48

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In this throwback episode we revisit some of the most profound and powerful conversations we have had in the first year of Queeriosity. Dementia Champion Paddy Crosbie discusses caring for his late husband and his work with the Dementia Carer’s Campaign Network. Non-Diet Nutritionist Niamh Orbinski talks about diet culture and body image issues in …

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Episode 40 - Janet Devlin, Trans and Intersex Pride 2024 and A Catch Up with Diane Somers 48:38

11M ago48:38

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How does @janetdevlinofficial end up touring with @russellcrowe? Why through @teddysphotos of course! We had the privilege of chatting to Janet about her time on XFactor and her upcoming album ‘Emotional Rodeo’ plus we’ll be playing her new single ‘Country Singer’ her time on the XFactor and the motivation behind being so open and honest about her …

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Episode 39 - Queer Sheds, Faoin Tuath Festival and Lily Allen's Feet 29:22

12M ago29:22

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Post Pride blues? Us too, but we are going to try our best to turn those frowns upside down on this week's Queeriosity! In our Rainbow Round Up, we have a chat about Joe Biden's pardon to ex US service members who were convicted of crimes due to their sexual orientation, Trans and Intersex Pride 2024 and Lily Allen's latest career move as she launc…

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Episode 38 - Pride Safety, Nicola Coughlan's Latest Career Move and Diane Somers of Dublin Bus 29:44

12M ago29:44

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Wishing all of our listeners a happy, safe and enjoyable Pride. Now feels like a great time to thank you all for your ongoing support. Be absolutely fabulous and be yourself. If you were able to tune in live on air, you would have heard our Pride Party Playlist on this week's show, but we also covered what has been happening within the LGBTQ+ commu…

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Episode 37 - Justin Timerberlake's DUI Charge, Agony Aunties and Practical Advice to Stay Safe During Pride. 22:06

12M ago22:06

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This week and next week we are going full on, balls to the wall Pride Party as we play some of our favourite Pride anthems live on air. Fear not though because on this weeks show we bring you the lastest happenings in our Rainbow Round Up including the SCANDAL around Justin Timberlake's arrest earlier in the week. We also take a look at some dilemm…

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Episode 36 - Paraic Kerrigan, Dublin Gay Men's Chorus, Moya Morris and Holylight 48:40

1y ago48:40

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We chose BOOKS this week on Queeriosity! Author of the compelling the new book 'Reeling In The Queers: Tales of Ireland's LGBTQ Past,' Paraic Kerrigan (@paraickerrigan) shares what inspired him to write the book and he shares some of his favourite anecdotes and stand out figures that he discovered through the writing process. Reeling In The Queers:…

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Episode 35 - (Dis)Grace Campbell, Púca and Dublin Pride 2024 46:14

1y ago46:14

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This week, comedy queen, Grace Campbell (@disgracecsmpbell) joins us to tell us about her new show ‘Grace Campbell On Heat,’ the inspiration behind her comedy and her iconic dog Eddie (named after Edina Monsoon) Grace brings her hilarious show to Dublin's Liberty Hall on October 25th. Tickets are available from disgracecampbell.com. Following the r…

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Episode 34 - Come Out To Vote, Drag Queen Flamy Grant and Clonmel Pride 46:39

1y ago46:39

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LGBT Ireland (@LGBTIreland_ie)CEO Paula Fagan is here to talk about how we can inspire people to use their vote, the importance of taking this opportunity to ask candidates about the issues that matter to us, and about their Come Out And Vote voter mobilisation campaign ahead of the upcoming Local and European Parliamentary elections Shame-slaying,…

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Episode 33 - NIYL, Comedians Emily Bradley and Felix O'Connor and Inishowen Pride 48:23

1y ago48:23

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Singer songwriter NIYL (@niylmusic) joins us to tell us about how his upbringing as a queer person in rural Ireland inspired him to write his upcoming debut album ‘Parish is Burning' which you can stream NOW! Comedians Emily Bradley (@emily_bradley_comedy) creator of Queer Note, a queer cabaret and co-host of @datenight and Felix O'Connor @oximoron…

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Episode 32 - I'm Grand Mam, Europe's Rainbow Map Index and Wexford Pride 49:23

1y ago49:23

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Something Kinda Ooh! For everyone on this week’s Queeriosity! 🎙️ Podcasters Kevin2mey and Pj.Kirby of I'm Grand Mam join us to discuss navigating the success of their podcast while maintaining their close friendship 👯‍♂️ Tickets for their summer tour are almost gone but the last few can be a snapped up on ticketmaster or by clicking here. 📊 With th…

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Episode 31 - Belong To, Meri Hernandez and Deise Pride 46:12

1y ago46:12

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Matt Kennedy, Policy and Research Manager with @belongtoyouthservices joins us to chat about the key findings of the Being LGBTQI+ in Ireland research study which they jointly produced with TCD. Meri Hernandez or @irelandsfavouritegay drops in to chat about coming out, being unapologetically herself … and how her car got taken over by bees 🐝- With …

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Episode 30 - Much Ado About Dying, The Pride and TENI 46:29

1y ago46:29

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On this week's show, Simon Chambers joins us to speak about his experience of caring for his Uncle David and David’s exceptional outlook on end of life. Simon also tells us about his new documentary film Much Ado About Dying which tells his story and celebrates David’s life. Benedict Landsbert Noon (@benenoon) and Amy Kidd (@amykidd_) are with us t…

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Episode 29 - The HILARIOUS Darcy & Jer, Ciarán Gaffney of Seanchoíche and Doomlayers Podcast 46:49

1y ago46:49

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Darcey (@thedarcymichael) & jer (@jer2baer ) join us to talk about life as a queer comedy couple and their No Refunds tour coming to the @thehelixvenue in Dublin on September 16th! Ciarán Gaffney (@_gaff__ ), the man behind the wildly popular storytelling events @seanchoiche joins us to chat about the joy of sharing a story among a room full of str…

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Episode 28 - Queer Spectrum Film Festival and Dublin's Gay Theatre Festival 48:20

1y ago48:20

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It's giving ART this week on Queeriosity! After being postponed last November, the Queer Spectrum Film Festival takes place from April 27th. To tell us all about it we are joined once again by organiser Pradeep Mahadeshawar and film maker Salvador Alejandro Gutierrez. 21 years after its inception, Dublin's Gay Theatre Festival continues to go from …

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Episode 27 - Shout Out, Louise Lives Large and A Throwback to 2003 48:14

1y ago48:14

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Executive Director of @shoutout_ire Ruadhán Ó Críodáin (@ruadhanoc) chats to us about the incredible work Shout Out are doing including the promotion of inclusivity in schools, work places and sporting organisations. Carol Walsh and Sian Ní Mhúirí (@sian_ni_mhuiri) co writers of ‘Louise Lives Large’ cht to us about @tailoredfilmsie & @rte2’s newest…

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