Daniel Foxx: Comedian on comedy, queerness & finding connection in a complicated digital world | Proudly in Conversation

In this episode, we’re joined by comedian Dan Foxx for a thoughtful and sharply funny conversation about identity, humour and the complexities of queer visibility today. From using comedy as both a defense and a tool for connection, to why villains often make the most compelling characters, Dan reflects on how storytelling shapes the way we understand ourselves and others. We explore the paradox of drawing from personal experience, how mining your past can be both healing and emotionally intense and how Dan has honed his voice and audience over time. The conversation also goes into social media, its power and its pitfalls. For Dan, the internet was once a lifeline, a vital space for discovering community and culture as a young queer person. But today, that same digital space is far more complicated, from increasingly visible right wing spaces to questions around platform responsibility, moderation, and bans. If the issues raised in this episode resonate with you, find out more about the work we're doing to protect LGBTQ+ rights and how you can get involved: ▶️ https://www.stonewall.org.uk/get-involved/campaign-with-us  ✨ In this episode: Comedy as both armour and connection The catharsis of comedy Social media, it’s positives and pitfalls  The importance of Pride 🎧 Mentions & links:How lovely – Daniel Foxx comedy tour Welcome to Hell - Daniel Foxx and Dane BuckleySchitts Creek – Tv series  Evenings and Weekends – Book by Oisín McKenna 💬 Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, Amazon and Apple Podcasts We’d also love to hear your thoughts or questions — email us at: [email protected] ⭐ Leaving a 5-star review really helps more people discover these stories. Proudly in Conversation is a Stonewall production. Jingle by legendary rock band @EMF.