Outward: Slate's LGBTQ podcast

For National Poetry Month Bryan and Jules talk to multi-hyphenate writer and performer Brontez Purnell about his new book Ten Bridges I've Burnt: A Memoir in Verse. They dig into the influence of astrophysics and forgiveness on his work, and his essay on Black Gay Pornstar Gene Lamar. Podcast production by Palace Shaw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Trace Lysette (Transparent, Hustlers) talks about her critically acclaimed film Monica, with Jules. The film tells the story of a trans woman returning home after decades of estrangement from her dying mother, and was the first-ever film led by an out trans actor to debut at the Venice Film Festival. Jules talks to Trace about the layers of her performance and the rollercoaster experience of making and campaigning the film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we’re sharing more of our interview with Trans rights activist and ACLU Lawyer Chase Strangio. In this episode, Bryand and Jules ask Chase about his recent New York Times op-ed Trans Visibility Is Nice. Safety Is Even Better. They also talk about how hyper-visibility does not equate safety, and what we all risk losing when we lose trans rights. Email us at outwardpod@slate.comPodcast production by Palace Shaw.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discussions on the rise of anti-trans legislation in 2023 and the implications for 2024, featuring insights from Chase Strangio. Also touches on trauma in media, legal complexities of hormone therapy, and diverse LGBTQ+ conversations.

In this episode Bryan speaks with Reporter Jessica Bateman about her recent Washington Post article ‘They found spiritual joy. They won’t have it taken away. That details the importance of LGBTQ-affirming churches in Tennessee and the challenges they face. Email us at outwardpod@slate.comPodcast production by Palace Shaw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From 52 first dates to 8 boyfriends at once, Ashley Ray is a poly expert here to answer your relationship questions and demystify some poly terms. Today, Bryan and Ashley dive into the perils of unicorn hunters, metamour drama, and what to do with jealous feelings. Email us at outwardpod@slate.comPodcast production by Palace Shaw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Bryan is joined by Slate’s Madeline Ducharme to solve the mystery of True Detective: Night Country’s queer undertones. Together, they whip out the detective corkboard and read between the lines of Jodie Foster’s ‘mommie’-like character and Kali Reis’ cheek piercings and come up with some interesting theories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Poet Cyrée Jarelle Johnson and Outward producer Palace Shaw discuss the inherent queerness of poetry and romance. Topics include disabled approaches to sex, queer doppelganger dates, and advice for queer lovers. They explore different types of love portrayed in Johnson's books and the politics of desirability within the queer community. They also touch on disability sexuality and the power of eroticism. The episode wraps up with a mention of Johnson's new book and upcoming polyamory advice.

Outward’s own Jules Gill-Peterson has a new book, A Short History of Transmisogyny, that gives insight into a fascinating queer history that stretches across time and around the world. In this episode, Bryan and Jules dig deep into the origins of transmisogyny and the liberatory beauty of trans femininityPodcast production by Palace Shaw.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts discuss LGBTQ-related topics including queer and trans talent in the film industry, a controversial airport incident, and cleverly named dogs. They delve into the mixed reactions and confusion surrounding a movie, evaluate fashion choices and share a recipe for Technicolor Cookies from a French restaurant's cookbook.