A Gay and A NonGay

Why do people feel the need to announce that they're in a relationship? Is it arrogant? James has had it with people telling him they have a boyfriend. Dan thinks it's pretty normal. Let us know your thoughts 😂 find us on your socials by searching gaynongay.Kisses x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is the Conservative Party welcome in LGBTQ+ spaces?Dan and James discuss a recent twitter/X spat where some members of the Tory Party were allegedly physically thrown out of gay bar in Manchester. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we welcome Jayne Ozanne. Jayne is a former member of the UK government's LGBT advisory panel but sensationally quit 2 years ago because of ministers creating a 'hostile environment for LGBTQ+ people'. Jayne discusses the tories continuous lack of action on their much ‘promised’ conversion therapy ban. At the time of release there is still confusion as to whether it will be included in the King's Speech on 7th November 2023.Jayne also exposes a potential queerness at the heart of the Vatican and we dig deep on what it means to be Unashamedly Gay and Unashamedly Christian.We discuss why she resigned from the governments advisory LGBT+ panel, her own experiences undergoing conversion therapy and whether the Pope might endorse gay people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James and Dan are joined by Conservative politician Andrew Boff - who was ejected from the party conference after heckling the Home Secretary Suella Braverman. Why did he do it? Should Suella resign for inciting hate speech against LGBTQ+ people? And can the Tory party really claim to be 'safe' for LGBTQ+ people?Join us for our next recording live in London with our special guests DJ Fat Tony & Jamie Raines in conversation. Get tickets now, scroll to the bottom of the page https://www.designmynight.com/london/pubs/balham/the-bedford/cheerful-earful-podcast-festival-day-3?t=tickets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James and Dan discuss transphobia in their respective worlds, as deathcore band Thy Art is Murder sack their transphobic singer - and 90s band Eternal split into two over the trans debate.Listen again to our episode with Louise!Watch the video about XL Bully dog ownersGet tickets to our upcoming live show at Cheerful Earful Festival in London on November 2nd with our guest DJ Fat Tony! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How often does Dan think about the Roman Empire, and how often does James think about Princess Diana? Dan has some very exciting career news, and James definitely does not have the hump! Plus, bird news.Get tickets to our upcoming live show at Cheerful Earful Festival in London on November 2nd! (Book Dan as a Jamie Dornan lookalike on lookalikes.co.uk 👀) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James and Dan are joined by Leila Zadeh from Rainbow Migration. Together, we dig deep into the harsh realities faced by LGBTQ+ asylum seekers trying to find safety in the UK. Leila reveals the heartbreaking truth about the challenges these individuals face, shining a light on the trauma caused by the UK's immigration detention system.This episode paints a vivid picture of what it's like to be an LGBTQ+ asylum seeker. It highlights the emotional toll of being locked up and the uncertainty of when, or even if, they'll be set free. In the darkness of the UK Governments 'Stop The Boats' rhetoric, it's crucial to remember that behind these policies are real people, desperately seeking safety, dignity, and a chance at living as their authentic selves.Leila passionately calls for change, urging the government to create safe and compassionate pathways for those escaping persecution.Join James, Dan, and Leila as they navigate the heart-wrenching struggles and unjust policies affecting LGBTQ+ asylum seekers in the UK.For information regarding LGBTQ+ immigration in the UK, or to support Rainbow Migration's important work please visit https://www.rainbowmigration.org.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan thinks that James might pretend to be "thick" to fit a gay stereotype? This goes down well 😂 and James wonders if Dan thinks "all straight people are boring", prompting a lively exchange. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with Bird News! James is ‘back in the game’ - dating-wise, but doesn’t want to use any apps. Plus is driving a car 'straight'? and it’s James’ birthday but why was Dan not invited? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James reflects on the horrific events at The Two Brewers in Clapham in August, and asks if the UK is a safe place for gay people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices