

Queer Collective Podcast
Queer Collective
The Queer Collective Podcast is a bi-weekly queer podcast that takes a deep-dive into every subgroup of the LGBTQ2S+ community. Co-hosts Emily and Karbon, the dynamic duo navigating their own polyamorous journey and gender identities, invite guests to provide detailed perspectives on a specific topic. Whether you're interested in bisexuality, queer sex ed, compulsory heterosexuality, or any facet of LGBTQ+ life, we cover it all with a unique blend of casual conversation and deep journalism.
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Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 20min
Bisexuality Isn’t 50/50 - It’s a Bi-Cycle ft. Kelc And Joe
Explore the fluidity of bisexuality, where attraction shifts like a bi-cycle. Personal stories reveal the complexities of identifying and navigating relationships when desires are in flux. Discover the impact of societal expectations on self-identity and the challenges of communication in romantic scenarios. The discussion highlights the importance of embracing fluid attractions, tackling confusion, and finding joy in the journey of self-discovery. Humor and honesty shine as they uncover the intricacies of love within the bisexual community.

Aug 28, 2025 • 1h 25min
How to Hook Up With Your Friends ft. Syd And Zhané
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Is sleeping with your friends a queer love language or just lesbian chaos theory? We’re spilling on crushes, cuddle hookups, and why queers can’t stop blurring the friendship line. With Zhané and Syd, we talk jealousy, intimacy, ENM vs monogamy, and every messy “oops, I made out with my bestie” scenario. Gay disasters, incoming.
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00:00 intro
01:44 Have you hooked up with friends?
09:20 Pros and cons of hooking up
25:39 What about the friendship?
40:10 Is it inevitable?
49:15 Making the first move
57:56 Intoxicated consent
01:04:18 Keeping a platonic vibe after
01:10:38 How to avoid problems
01:16:52 Role playing scenarios

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Aug 14, 2025 • 1h 5min
The Epidemic of Masc Fragility ft. Ms. Myles And Danielle Lastres
Join Ms. Myles, a multifaceted creative and co-founder advocating for QT, BIPOC, and 2SLGBTQIA+ spaces, alongside Danielle Lastres, a trans photographer breaking beauty norms. They dive into the roots of femmephobia and how societal disdain for femininity manifests. The conversation explores the unique challenges faced by trans femmes and the emotional complexities surrounding identity. They also tackle dating dynamics, emphasizing the need for inclusivity and understanding in both romantic and community spaces while celebrating authentic expressions of queer femininity.

Jul 31, 2025 • 1h 13min
“I’m Not a Lesbian Anymore, I’m Queer” ft. Tyra Blizzard And King
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From Oscar Wilde to JoJo Siwa, the word queer has been called a slur, a theory, an aesthetic, and a whole damn vibe. We’re diving deep into the messy, sexy, defiant legacy of queerness with icons Tyra Blizzard and King a.k.a DJ Soundboi. Why are so many ex-lesbians saying “I’m queer now”? Can cis-hets be queer? Is “queer” just bisexuality in a trench coat?? We’re reclaiming, unpacking, and stirring the pot.
00:00 Intro
02:26 Queer as gender and sexuality?
10:04 Is queer just too vague?
21:21 The ex-lesbians
28:26 Can you be culturally queer?
41:26 History of the word queer
52:12 How has queer evolved?
01:00:08 Is gender queer just non-binary?
01:06:05 Do you need to question your sexual attraction?

Jul 17, 2025 • 1h 19min
You’re Not Gay, You Struggle With Same-Sex Attraction ft. Luke Wilson
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What do electric shocks, shame sermons, and fake science have in common? They were all used to “pray the gay away.” We’re diving into the twisted world of conversion therapy with survivor and scholar Lucas Wilson. From evangelical trauma to the ex-gay movement’s most delulu masc villains, we’re unpacking the pseudoscience, propaganda, and lifelong scars of this deadly practice, and how survivors are reclaiming their stories.
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00:00 Intro
01:46 Did you grow up religious?
08:23 being gay AND christian?
19:03 Discovering conversion therapy
35:40 The indoctrination is strong
44:14 The science is clear
57:36 Should DL folks be outed?
01:02:49 But the bible says
01:07:11 rejecting religion's teachings
01:10:53 The long term harm

Jul 3, 2025 • 1h 29min
Relationship Anarchy Changed How I Love ft. Pat
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Monogamy is optional. Hierarchies are fake. And ‘the one’ doesn't exist? We're diving headfirst into the world of Relationship Anarchy with queer academic and certified hottie Pat. From dismantling the dating rulebook to navigating multiple partners without losing your mind, this episode unpacks radical love, intimacy without ownership, and why friendship might just be the new forever.
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00:00 Intro
01:32 What is relationship anarchy?
10:50 How do you get into RA?
20:34 Positive impact of RA
27:20 Why choose RA?
41:45 Can it get more radical?
53:28 Building your own RA model
01:06:13 Dating challenges within RA
01:12:26 Creating clarity with multiple partners
01:19:06 Negotiating hierarchies

Jun 19, 2025 • 1h 18min
Is Black Masculinity Feared in Queer Spaces? ft. Haviah Mighty And DJ Blackcat
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Black masculinity is feared, fetishized, and fiercely policed; so what happens when queerness enters the chat? We’re talking masc performance as survival, straight Black men’s discomfort with queerness, and why traditional masculinity is flopping in 2025. With Haviah Mighty and DJ Blackcat, we’re queering the blueprint and dragging patriarchy by the lacefront.
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00:00 Intro
02:33 Black masculinity from childhood
11:18 Highschool scripts and stereotypes
16:03 Black masc women
21:52 Black women's standards
27:56 Black masculinity in queer spaces
39:38 Cis straight black men
50:59 Loving men
01:03:43 What is masculinity?
01:10:36 What is healthy masculinity?

Jun 5, 2025 • 1h 13min
No Fats, No Femmes, No Asians: The Grindr Industrial Complex ft. Humza and Darynel
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Gay dating can be messy. From hookup culture and emotional avoidance to Grindr’s racial hierarchy, we’re diving into the chaos with guests Darynel Weekly and Mango Lassi. We’re unpacking the trauma, the body standards, the “no fats no femmes,” and giving you tools to heal, find real connection, and maybe even enjoy the apps without losing your soul.
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00:00 Intro
00:02:57 First time with a man
00:07:46 History of hookup culture
00:12:11 DL gays
00:19:57 Seeking validation in sex
00:28:21 Finding long term love
00:36:10 Is the gay community racist?
00:48:48 fetishization in gay community
00:54:46 Is it a personal preference?
01:04:22 Gay body standards
01:07:28 Best advice for dating

May 22, 2025 • 1h 46min
The Lesbian Identity Crisis: Trans And Non-Binary?! ft. Jay-Marie and Eirene
In this lively discussion, Jay-Marie Phillips, a community program manager and DJ from Trinidad, teams up with Eirene, a passionate advocate for non-binary identities. They tackle the evolving definitions of lesbian identity, challenging traditional notions while exploring themes of gender euphoria and dating as gender outlaws. The conversation dives into the complexities of attraction, community tensions, and the impact of societal pressures. Expect insights on navigating intimacy and the rich, messy legacy of lesbianism, all delivered with humor and heart.

May 8, 2025 • 1h 21min
Asian Fetishization And Hyper-Sexualization ft. Ky and Charlotte
If you've ever been called “exotic,” or told you're one of the “good minorities” this one’s for you. We’re unpacking the fetishization of Asian bodies, the myth of the model minority, and the tension between queerness and cultural belonging. With personal stories from two badass artists, Charlotte and Ky, we explore femme fetish tropes, family pressure, and the art of de-centering whiteness, while staying hot and radical.
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