Just Gay Stuff

Celebrating the end of 2025 and OFFICIALLY 100 episodes!In our last episode before we take a much needed break, we look back on the positive, personal and pop culture milestones of 2025!Thank you to everyone for getting us to 100 episodes and over 10k listens, you are all amazing!Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all and we will see you for our reformatted show in 2026!Stay Gay Motherf*%kers!Love Jess and Lauren x

This week on Just Gay Stuff Podcast we talk about the songs that we believe are the ultimate queer anthems including ones that sit close to our heart!What would you have put on your list?

This week we are delighted to be joined by Brisbane's tallest fashion icon and drag beauty Lulu Lemans.Lulu takes us for a full behind the scenes tour of her life experiences in the drag scene, including a makeup tutorial for running 10kms in full drag.If you aren't following Lulu Lemans WHY NOT?!@Lululemans - https://www.instagram.com/lululemans

In this week's episode we talk through some of Australia's most famous queers! Obviously not everyone can make it into one episode but we thought we'd start with a few ground breaking and influential people. How many of them did you know and how much of their story?

Were you taught sex ed in high school? And if you were, how much of it mentioned sex outside of the hetero norm?Important links from this episode:Content creators -@scarlateen@erikamoenReading Material -Come As You Are by Emily NagoskiQueer Sex by Juno RocheSupport - ACON Planned Parenthood Australia

Have you ever got revenge on someone who was a complete d!*k to you? I feel like we all have a good revenge story somewhere along the way! Here's ours and a few of yours!

Did you know that us queers were the leading reason that The Sims was so successful?1 Well now ya do!In this week's episode we take you around the traps of Sims creator Will Wright and how his idea for the game came about.It was interesting to learn all the intricacies from behind the scenes and the impact that queer sim life had on real people and vice versa.We got a lot of our information for this episode from the following documentary - all info is credited here - please watch!⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bm1JNPapzj4⁠

While Lauren is still away we thought that we would take you all back to the very reason we did this podcast and that was for people to tell their stories! So this is a REWIND back to our very first interview with our friend Bec! We are so grateful that Bec put her trust in us to tell her story here, but we hope everyone that listens to Bec's story get's something out of it like we did.Storytelling is important, it is how we learn about each other and treat each other better.

The answer is probably yes, but this week, do you agree with our thoughts? Life can be tough, are you an asshole or no?

While Lauren is away the fun episodes come to play!Worst First Dates Vol 8!

This week we welcome Madi and Tai from comedy duo The Sh*t Stirrers to talk about their upcoming show in conjunction with Backbone Theatre and Melt Festival called "Hot Girls Don't Poo"!About the Show:Hot Girls Don’t Poo is a bold new comedy-theatre show by Madeline Armit and Tai Kane Potaka. In the Repooblic of Rectia, pooing has been outlawed for women — and it’s only getting worse. Two femme rebels rise up with clown, chaos, and toilet humour to smash the patriarchy.  Details:Main shows: 10 & 11 October, The Ron Hurley Theatre, Seven Hills HubIntimate performances: 9, 16 & 17 October, The Workshop SpaceTickets: $30 adult / $20 concession via Humanitix or Backbone Festival site.https://backbone.org.au/backbone-festival-2025-events/hot-girls-dont-poo

Did you know that us queers were the leading reason that The Sims was so successful?1 Well now ya do!In this week's episode we take you around the traps of Sims creator Will Wright and how his idea for the game came about.It was interesting to learn all the intricacies from behind the scenes and the impact that queer sim life had on real people and vice versa.We got a lot of our information for this episode from the following documentary - all info is credited here - please watch!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bm1JNPapzj4

We all know that relationships need plenty of respect, time and communication to be sustainable and grow healthily in a long term setting but can some of the simpler things we do be adding to the down fall? Lauren and Jess pick a part Body and Souls bad habits of a relationship this week and let you know what these 20 no no's are. They also pick apart their own behaviours and access whether maybe they are contributing to relationship problems!Body and Souls article: https://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/relationships/20-bad-habits-that-could-hurt-your-relationship/news-story/049666c78466d931d1024232cb5df336

There's no denying these episodes are some of our favourites so while we're MIA we thought we'd fill your cup the way we like to fill ours, by calling out assholes!::::BONUS::::At the end of this episode we have a little chat with Bob Downe ( Mark Trevorrow) from Brisbane Comedy Fest in May, talking about his career as Bob.

The ultimate test! After 2.5 years together how well do we actually know each other?! How well do you know your partner? Do you think you could get all these questions correct?!

While we're both away, we thought we would take a time travel back to our very first couple of episodes for anyone who has joined us later on the podcast. Listening to these really shows Lauren and I how far we've come in the podcasting realm!We are very proud of ourselves but also we are incredibly thankful to everyone who has supported us throughout this journey!

Have you heard of lesbian bed death? Do you think it's true or a myth? Has it affected you or someone you know? This week we discuss what we think contributes to lack of intimacy in especially lesbian couples.

This week we flipped the script and Lauren schools Jess on all the things she doesn't know about queer culture and history!Out of a total of 41 (or 42) how did you do?!Don't forget to tune into us on JOY FM 94.9fm every WED evening 9pm!

So how much do you actually know about Queer culture and the community?! It's time to test your knowledge!Whether you've listened to our episodes from the beginning or you're brand new to all things here at Just Gay Stuff, we want to know how much you know!A test out of 45 Points - How well will you fair?

We've done a few history lessons to date but this week Lauren brings you queer history in video games! Who was the first queer character?! We think you'll be surprised it wasn't as recent as you would have thought!

Another instalment of some strange date scenarios and then deciding hmmm is it worth a second date, or do we let the fish back into the ocean!

We enjoyed it so much the first time that the second edition couldn't come fast enough (That's right we said it!). Some more assholish stories where we determine, were you actually the asshole or was someone else in your story the unkind bandit!

The stereotypes have been flying since the beginning of time. In this episode we break down a few that we've heard recently that cause common hurt to our community and set the record straight! (or GAY)

Ok so we've all asked ourselves the question before when we've been in certain situations but we decided to do an episode on all your queer problems?! Were you the asshole in your story or was someone else the asshole?! Lauren and I pick apart your stories in this week's episode!

Is sexuality a spectrum where we all fall? We think so! This week we're bringing you a few reasons why! With some research and info into a few very smart people like Alfred Kinsey and Lisa Diamond, we talk about how sexuality should probably always be viewed as something fluid rather than rigid.To Learn more about Lisa and her research please visit the links we did!https://psych.utah.edu/people/faculty/diamond-lisa.php

Where do we start but with some of the ridiculous Australian sayings that have passed through our generations! Then we talk about how queer slang has changed over the years and the pop culture icons that have made it famous.

It's been a while since we told some bad date stories so here we are again! Some truly awful worst first dates provided by our listeners!

Let's face it, we've all been queer baited!What show did it for you?!This week we discuss the most queer baiting shows since the term was coined and how it can be detrimental for a queer audience!

This week we played a game called "Second Date or Ghost". Real life scenarios that took place and we decided would we cave to a our second date or completely ghost the person.Jess swears she would never ghost anyone in real life but with some of these scenarios you'd be surprised!What would you do?

When we think about history it can definitely be harrowing BUT today we wanted to bring you some uplifting stories so we're bringing you some historical lesbian power couples. All of these pairings had so much influence on the modern day in which we know it, so it's important to learn about them!Some sources for this episode include:https://www.advocate.com/love-and-sex/2018/8/13/16-iconic-same-sex-couples-throughout-history#rebelltitem35Podcast Episode in conjunction with todays info:https://queerstempodcast.wixsite.com/website

*Patreon Launch* If you would like to donate towards us making Just Gay Stuff Podcast, please visit our patreon for sign up details! https://patreon.com/JustGayStuffPodcast?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkThis week we are back telling your most embarrassing stories! AND WE LOVE IT! If you have a story you wish to share please email it to [email protected]

This week we are joined by DJ Beksis AKA Rebecca Bateman as she takes us through her whirlwind later life transition. We learn about how Bek navigated knowing she was girl from an early age to transitioning much later.Please find and connect with Bek here - @djbeksisBek is also an avid supporter and member of many trans groups - some of which we have listed below so that if you need to connect with others you can!Gold Coast Transgender and Non Binaryhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/237663890020619/?rdid=XvsXWuyo1YkPmH2X&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2Fg%2F19wqtRBj1m%2F#Australian Cross Dressers and Support Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/38288128813/?rdid=LhRSBloDf1ENJJ2Y&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2Fg%2F19eCRdzwSf%2F#Trans Coasthttps://www.facebook.com/qcoast.auSE QLD Transgender & Non Binary Social Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/15pWFh8u6o/

Today we sit down with Norman Fox, Author of the Queer As Fox book series!Norman has written (so far) two amazing novels detailing some very fascinating journeys in his life. "Finding Ecstasy" and "Bad Boyfriend" are the first two novels hot off the press in a series where Norman shares so much about his queer experience that aligns with others across the 80's and 90's.Follow Norman Fox here - @author_norman_foxPurchase Normans Novels - https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00PNB9QZG

If you're in the know! Brisbane Comedy Festival has well and truly KICKED OFF! We have been lucky enough to sit down and have a chat with some of the stars of this years line up!First cab off the rank is Ciaran Sammon, self described immigrant from the land of all things potato, sits down to talk about how he got into comedy, his coming out story and what you can expect from his shows at Brisbane Comedy Festival 2025.Ciaran is appearing May 1 - May 4 at The Powerhouse and if you're keen to be a bum on a seat listening to Ciaran's hilarious rants you can find your tickets here:https://www.brisbanecomedyfestival.com/events/ciaran-sammon/Be sure to follow Ciaran on socials at @itsciaranbitch

"Dick, what do you like?!" Blair Martin, 4zzz's Queer Radio Coordinator joins us for a little history lesson in Queer Radio and a talk about his own journey in the queer space!Please if you don't already follow 4zzz 102.1FM you can here:4zzz IG - https://www.instagram.com/4zzzradio/Queer Radio IG - https://www.instagram.com/queerradiobrisbane/Blair Martin- https://www.instagram.com/blairmartinsee/

Have you ever done anything wildly stupid to try and win over a crush?! We asked the question and this is what we got back! Ultimately, most were cute little love stories we'll hold in our hearts forever!

This week we're bringing you a brief lesson in Trans History! Who were the first gender fluid and trans people to walk the earth?! Did you know they dated all the way back to 200AD!!How have we come from a time where queer people in general were mostly celebrated to ostracized? Was colonization the turning point?

We've heard them all but do we actually fit any of the stereotypes that are thrown around?! Which ones fit you?Join us this week for a laugh as we discuss some of the most common lesbian stereotypes like "One of you must be the man" and "Lesbians hate men!".

Dusty Springfield once said -"I have tried sex with both men and women. I found I liked it. My sexuality has never been a problem to me but I think it has been for other people. I find it an effort to keep up appearances"How many music artists throughout time paved the way for our queer musicians of today?In this weeks episode, we start all the way back in BC to possibly the first documented queer artist and bring you all the way to todays heroes!

Have you ever heard one of your straight girlfriends say "Maybe I should just be gay it would be so much easier!" ?! Well in this weeks episode we peel back the layers of some of our experiences in straight and queer relationships essentially to put a hole in that theory!In taking a closer look at our personal experiences we talk in depth about how our human connections affected us in different ways and come to the conclusion that one isn't easier than the other overall.For the article about Lesbian Time mentioned in the episode, here is the link:https://queersapphic.com/lesbian-dating/lesbian-time-fast-relationships/#:~:text=Without%20the%20barriers%20of%20toxic,powerful%20bond%20a%20lot%20faster.&text=The%20mutual%20affection%20feels%20euphoric

Join us for a b*tch session about misogyny and bigotry before we give you a brief overview of the main key points you need to know all about our leading Queen Carlotta! If you knew very little about Carlotta before this episode we hope you leave knowing a lot more!To do a deeper dive on your own accord here are some links!https://youtu.be/GPrLLpoQmVM?si=KtRO3co1Vp_k-xvmhttps://www.portrait.gov.au/portraits/2006.68/carlotta-kings-cross-les-girlshttps://qnews.com.au/carlotta-celebrates-80th-birthday-at-star-studded-gold-coast-bash/

**Trigger Warning** This episode contains discussion of self harm and violence.You know him straight from the couch on one of the countries highest rated reality Tv shows Gogglebox Australia, It's Tim Lai!This week Tim gives us an insight into how he made it onto the Gogglebox couch with his sister Leanne as well as the cultural pressure and difference of being an Aussie with an Asian heritage and how that affects the self discovery journey.Follow Tim on his amazing adventures here:https://www.instagram.com/timeatsandtravels/

Did you know we had a Gay Olympic Games?!This week we bring you the story of The Gay Games and the wonderful people who created them, Tom Waddell and Sarah Lewinstein .How two kindred spirits created a legacy and a life!If you'd like to watch any of the documentaries that we watched in bringing you this episode, they can be found below:Remembering The First Gay Games -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVVD0Ww3qmoAn Athlete Dying Young - Tom Waddell -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrg3gRRnHd8

In this week's episode, Lauren takes us on a short adventure through some Australian Gay history as well as a couple of famous leaps across the pond. We talk leading gay couples in Australia and a glance at Oscar Wilde and his red flag relationship that landed him in prison.Be sure to follow us on your socials at @justgaystuffpodcastWrite to us at [email protected]

On January 24th it marked ONE YEAR of Just Gay Stuff Podcast and in true Jess and Lauren fashion we absolutely forgot! So here's to celebrating one year with you all with the sixth instalment of Worst First Dates! If you have a Worst First Date story that you'd like to share with us - please send it to [email protected]!

Join us for an amazing sit down chat with "Professional Drag Race Runner Up" Hannah Conda! In this very amazing chat we learn about the inspiration behind Hannah Conda, how she started in drag and all the tea from behind RuPaul's Drag Race! Hannah takes us through the rollercoaster of emotions and also some beautiful philosophical moments. We love you Hannah! Hannah also has her own podcast which you can follow over at: What's Loss Got To Do With It - https://open.spotify.com/show/1E8xpxLrUtF6Jz9Wy1Yv6X Follow Hannah on socials at - https://www.instagram.com/hannahcondaofficial/

This week we sit down with Zo Wilson, the magic behind the Sunshine Queer Collective bringing events and the Sunshine Coast Queer Ball to a part of the Queensland Coast that needs it! Zo tells us all about how they put the ball together and then delves deep into their own journey of self discovery and being in the queer space. They went from straight married to finding their true self and tribe and are now creating safe spaces for others! Follow Sunshine Queer Collective and The Sunshine Coast Queer Ball here: https://www.instagram.com/sunshinequeercollective/ Keep and eye out for Queer Ball tickets!

**Trigger Warning** This week's episode is a true crime story of Colin Ireland who preyed on the LGBT community in London in the 90's. It's dark, It's twisted, it's harrowing. If you don't like true crime episode's this may not be for you. All Information regarding this episode was found in the following documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcCpESctqNc If you need support from listening to this episode please contact: Lifeline 13 11 14 TXT 0477 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/

This week we interview local talent Brendan who is the amazing human behind the Drag Queen Lady Sasscrotch, Burlesque performer Ursa Major and also co producer of the fabulous Heelfire Club here in Brisbane. We delve into Brendan's creative beginnings and also is queer awakening as well as a little Drag Race Downunder debrief! If you'd like to follow Brendan or Heelfire Club, you can so here! Lady Sasscrotch - https://www.instagram.com/ladysasscrotch/ Ursa Major - https://www.instagram.com/theursamajorbear/ Heelfire Club - https://www.instagram.com/heelfireclubau/ And the dates for Heelfire Club this year are: March 1 - The 2nd Unbirthday Party May 31 - Let's Get Animated July 19 - The Jim Hensen Show Oct 18 - Heeloween 3!

An interesting question posed to us over the holidays "Do You Like Being Queer?" had us rifling through all the major events that have happened in our lives in terms of coming out, representation and how we see ourselves. Taking into account all the harrowing things that come with being queer and outweighing them with the joyous things. What answer did we land on and how do you feel about your queerness?