Srila Roy discusses feminist and queer politics in neoliberal India, exploring the impact of global funds on social development and NGOs. She highlights the co-optation of women's rights struggles and the vitalization of queer activism. Roy traces changes in feminist governmentality entangled in transnational neoliberalism, showcasing the interplay between activist governance and queer feminist governmentality in shaping contemporary feminisms.

Activist and author Julia Serano discusses societal sexualization, gender perception, and LGBTQ+ stereotypes. She explores the harms of sexualization, challenges stereotypes, and offers ways to create a sex-positive future. The podcast delves into the impacts on marginalized groups, the transition from male to female identity, stigma faced by LGBTQ+ individuals, and the importance of breaking away from traditional sexual scripts.

Alvin J. Henry delves into reinterpreting African American novels to showcase a new model of Black queer selfhood, rejecting liberal humanism's subjectivity. From early 20th-century authors experimenting with self-formation to Nella Larsen fully rejecting subjectivity, the discussion highlights the struggle against antiblack racism and the emergence of 'Black queer flesh' as a collective and fluctuating selfhood.

Leyla Jagiella, a trans Muslim, shares her journey living among a third-gender community in Pakistan and India. Topics include the evolution of gender terms, colonialism's impact on trans identity, nuances of identity, the intersections of Islam and transness, and the complexities of LGBTQI rights in political contexts.

Poet and scholar Jack Parlett discusses the cultural significance of Fire Island, exploring its rich LGBTQ+ history, the literary connections to figures like James Baldwin and Frank O'Hara and the evolving dynamics of gender expression and body image in the gay community on the island.

Author Sita Balani discusses how race intertwines with sexuality to create social constructs, highlighting its impact on modern political subjects. Topics include colonial governance in British India, LGBTQ+ policies under Blairism, and the intersections of race and sexuality in South Asian literature.

Edgar Gomez, author of 'High-Risk Homosexual,' discusses machismo, cockfighting, Pulse nightclub shooting, bilingualism in literature, and the 'messiness' of latinidad. His memoir is praised and recognized for its authenticity and impact. Gomez reflects on challenging societal norms, navigating queer healthcare and trauma, processing grief, and preserving bilingualism in storytelling.

Art historian Elizabeth Otto discusses the occult spirituality, gender fluidity, and queer identity within the Bauhaus movement, revealing marginalized histories. Topics include haunting, fascism, gender fluidity, queer identities, and radical politics at the Bauhaus. The podcast sheds light on the diverse and experimental nature of Bauhaus, exploring rational and irrational modernism, women's representation, and queer culture in the art movement.

Susan Stryker and Dylan McCarthy Blackston discuss 'The Transgender Studies Reader Remix', showcasing 50 articles spanning transgender studies' evolution and intersection with feminist and queer theories. They highlight non-binary thinking, black feminist traditions, emotional depth, and speculate on the future of transgender studies amidst political challenges.

Author Simon(e) van Saarloos discusses 'Against Ageism: A Queer Manifesto,' challenging ageism in a unique queer perspective. Topics include critiques of societal norms, intersections of age with various aspects of society, navigating misinterpretations and power dynamics, exploring infidelity in non-monogamous relationships, and embracing intergenerational intimacy.