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Queerability

31 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -

Queerability is an empowering podcast exploring LGBTQ+ identity, culture, mental health, relationships, and more.

Hosts Nick and Ellena have raw, honest conversations about what it means to be queer in today's world. Through personal stories and thoughtful discussion, they tackle topics like coming out, dating and relationships, discrimination, activism, self-care, and finding community.

Nick and Ellena believe that being LGBTQ+ comes with superpowers - resilience in the face of adversity, empathy and compassion for others, courage to live authentically, and freedom to define oneself. They explore how embracing one's queer identity can be a source of strength, confidence, and inner power.

At times, Nick and Ellena are joined by inspirational queer guests from diverse backgrounds, providing perspectives on navigating life as an LGBTQ+ person. They discuss issues relevant to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, and questioning individuals.

Queerability sends an uplifting message that no matter your sexuality or gender, you have the power to thrive as your authentic self. By building a thoughtful, inclusive community, the podcast provides support and encourages queer self-love.

Join Nick and Ellena on Queerability as they discuss mental health, relationships, pop culture, current events, and more through an unapologetically queer lens. Discover the superpowers that come with living life out and being proud. 
Editing is by Hall Hammond

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Episodes

The Queer Relationships Expereince

February 13, 2024 21:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

Welcome to this week's episode of Queerability; Relationships and Dating Nick and Ellie dive deep into relationship models and structure in this Valentine's Week special.  How queer dating may be different from heteronormative dating. And they share their views of Monogamy, vs Polyamory.   Join us for an intimate and enlightening journey through the diverse and vibrant world of queer identities with your hosts, Nick and Ellie!  Brought to you by Across Rainbows Productions, a ground-breaki...

History of Queer Music

November 27, 2023 23:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

Welcome to this week's episode of Queerability; The history of Queer Music? In this episode, we look at Nick's and Ellie's the history and development of Queer Music. They discuss their views on music, how music has shaped queerness, and how queerness has shaped music. Join us for an intimate and enlightening journey through the diverse and vibrant world of queer identities with your hosts, Nick and Ellie!  Brought to you by Across Rainbows Productions, a ground-breaking LGBTQ+ organizatio...

Do You Like Dating?

November 17, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MB

Welcome to this week's episode of Queerability; Do You Like Dating? In this episode, we look at Nick's and Ellie's dating experiences. They discuss their views on dating, queer dating vs straight dating, and share some of their worst experiences.  Join us for an intimate and enlightening journey through the diverse and vibrant world of queer identities with your hosts, Nick and Ellie!  Brought to you by Across Rainbows Productions, a ground-breaking LGBTQ+ organization committed to redefin...

Queerness on the Silver Screen

November 03, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

Welcome to this week's episode of Queerability; How Fashion Fuels Queer Visibility In this episode, we look at how Queerness has been impacted by Films and Cinema. How our community is represented on the silver screen. Join us for an intimate and enlightening journey through the diverse and vibrant world of queer identities with your hosts, Nick and Ellie!  Brought to you by Across Rainbows Productions, a ground-breaking LGBTQ+ organization committed to redefining queer identity, this podc...

How Fashion Fuels Queer Visibility

October 20, 2023 05:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

Welcome to this week's episode of Queerability; How Fashion Fuels Queer Visibility In this episode, we look at how fashion has played a part in queer history. How our community uses fashion as a form of self-expression. And how trends go from being queer to mainstream. Join us for an intimate and enlightening journey through the diverse and vibrant world of queer identities with your hosts, Nick and Ellie!  Brought to you by Across Rainbows Productions, a ground-breaking LGBTQ+ organizatio...

A Brief and Unorthodox Overview of Queer History

October 06, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

Welcome to this week's episode of Queerability - A Brief and Unorthodox Overview of Queer History In this episode, we dive into a snapshot of different areas of queer history that we found interesting. We look at how different historical events have impacted the community today. Join us for an intimate and enlightening journey through the diverse and vibrant world of queer identities with your hosts, Nick and Ellie!  Brought to you by Across Rainbows Productions, a ground-breaking LGBTQ+ o...

Finding Queerland

August 23, 2023 11:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MB

Welcome to this week's episode of Queerability - Finding Queerland Join us for an intimate and enlightening journey through the diverse and vibrant world of queer identities with your hosts, Nick and Ellie!  Brought to you by Across Rainbows Productions, a ground-breaking LGBTQ+ organization committed to redefining queer identity, this podcast is a safe space for exploration, discovery and celebration. About Nick and Ellie: Nick and Ellie are your companions on this remarkable podcasting v...

Queerability Trailer

August 16, 2023 09:00 - 49 seconds - 620 KB

Brand New trailer.  Queerability is back with Nicholas Cousin and Miss Pru Dance. They will be your host discussing a range of topics from; fashion, films, politics. Looking through all the topics with a queer lens. They will also be joined by a plethora of guests to join them on their journey. Support the show

Oedipussi Rex: The Mx-adventures of a Drag Barbarian

April 21, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

Welcome to this weeks episode of Queerability Today's episode we are looking into non-binary and the Drag King scene.  Our guest today, is a legendary drag performer Oedipussi Rex.  Oedipussi Rex is truly the stuff of legend- i.e, Loud, chaotic and wildly inconsistent. The Beardiest of Drag Barbarians and all around hot mess, this hairy beast has been pillaging his way internationally across the land for longer that he is able to count, leaving piles of eco glitter, wool and the echoes of ...

Ellie Dobby: Expressions of Sexuality

April 15, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

Welcome back to this episode of Queerability! Today, we are talking all things Pansexuality and kinky.  I am joined today by a friend of mine Ellie Dobby. We sit down to talk about finding your identity, being true to yourself, how to express your sexuality and kink culture. Ellie is a performer and writer based in London. Having moved to London from a small town in Hertfordshire, she has been learning about what her sexuality means to her and how she can use art as a way to express hersel...

Father Bernard Lynch: A Priest on Trial (pt. 2)

April 08, 2022 01:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MB

Welcome  to Queerability! This week we are continuing our discussion with Father Bernard Lynch. In this episode we discuss: Being put on trail by the Catholic Church Religion within the LGBTQ+ community This is an Across Rainbows production, an LGBTQ+ organisation determined to redefine Queer Identity. Please check out our website and follow us on Instagram, to interact with us directly and to find out more to get involved. Thank you to our producer Steven Bamidele, please check out h...

Father Bernard Lynch: A Priest on Trial (pt. 1)

March 31, 2022 21:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

Welcome back to Queerability! Today, we are honoured  to have a living LGBTQ+ legend and activist, Father Bernard Lynch. For seven years Bernard studied philosophy and theology in preparation for ordination to priesthood at the African Missions College twenty-six miles from Belfast. This happened during the inception of the troubles in Northern Ireland. After ordination I worked with the Bemba people for two years in North Central Zambia before going to the U.S.A. Bernard has an interdisc...

Mak: Mak on the Rise

March 04, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

Welcome back to Queerability! Today, I am absolutely thrilled to have a long time friend of mine, Mak. I met Mak years ago when he gave me my first job at a cafe and we have been friends ever since. Mak was born in London of Scottish/Arabic descent. He grew up in Lebanon and Saudi Arabia before settling in Scotland, where he attended secondary school. He is a self trained chef who draws on his mixed heritage and love of Mediterranean travel to inspire his cooking.He is very proud of setti...

Dave Anica: Flying High

February 11, 2022 04:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

Welcome back to Queerability! Today we are sitting down to talk to Dave Anica. He is a social media influencer, TikToker, blogger, activist, and air steward. Dave is an influencer who creates fun and engaging content on his social channels. He is known for his comedy skits on Tik Tok featuring a wide range of topics but most prominently sharing his experiences of his time working as a flight attendant Dave is also a member of the LGBTQ+ community and regularly posts about ways in which hi...

Robert C. Steele: The United States before Stonewall

December 10, 2021 09:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

Our special guest today is; writer, news producer, and LGBTQ+ activist, Robert C. Steele. His story begins working for the Gay Liberation Movement in the 70s. Robert C. Steele served as a reporter and producer at various radio and television stations in Colorado and Arizona. He was a broadcaster at the Italian National Broadcasting Company (RAI Radiotelevisione Italiana) in Naples, Italy; was a reporter for Armed Forces Radio and Television along the coast of Vietnam, the Asian Western Paci...

Sally: Intersectionality of Pride

November 26, 2021 13:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MB

Today we chat to, Sally Carr MBE. A Lesbian woman, intersectional feminist, proud Romany Gypsy, tireless campaigner and advocate for LGBT+ young people for over 30 years. From LGBT+ advocacy against a backdrop of Section 28 in the 80's, to saving and enhancing the lives of countless young people, Sally Carr MBE has dedicated her life to improving outcomes for LGBT+ young people. Born, bred and buttered in Greater Manchester, she has dedicated her life to bettering the lives of young people,...

TIN: The Sounds of Tin

November 19, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

Today's guest is, TIN. He is a queer Australian pop singer songwriter blazing his way through the UK. Inspired by the boy bands and girl groups of the noughties, TIN loves to create pop music that gives you all the feels. TIN’s lyrics are often about his misadventures as an outlandish gay creative just wanting to inspire and move people. Prior to the pandemic, TIN toured Europe with over 20 shows in six different countries, during which time was sponsored by international underwear brand, A...

Jacob S: The Stages of Acting

November 11, 2021 22:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Today, we are joined by Jacob Seelochan. He is an upcoming actor in London. Jacob is an actor and creative born in Nottingham, and a recent graduate of The Central School of Speech & Drama. His debut short film, A Casting Room, explored the complexity of being mixed race in the acting industry, and was a finalist at Pinewood Studios' Lift-Off Festival 2020. Jacob’s Screen credits include Shadow & Bone (Netflix), My Father’s Shed (Hope Theatre) and Vertigo (Theatre503). Stage credits in...

Michael: Coming Out

November 05, 2021 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

Today, we are joined by Michael. He is a public relations specialist, an author, and a cooking legend. He openly shares his coming out story and how it led him to stand in his power, especially within homophobic environments. We dive deep into the coming out process: a unique and defining moment for us as LGBTQ+ people.   Michael offers his expertise on how to take control of the experience and beyond.   This is an Across Rainbows production. Please check out our website for more informat...

Dylan: I am Dylan

October 29, 2021 10:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

Happy Halloween! We are joined today by my friend, Dylan. He is a part of the alternative queer gothic scene. He shares his experience with growing up in Catholic rural Ireland and how he discovered a home within the dark alternative scene in London. I enjoyed our discussion about identity within the queer community and the importance of finding your sense of self. As we both came at the topic from very different view points. We share funny stories, anecdotes, and Dylan gives a unqiue per...

Duncan: Front Lines of Civil Rights

October 22, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MB

In this episode, we are joined by the prestigious,  Commodore Duncan Lustig-Prean. He shares his personal experience of life serving in the military and rising to challenges to fight for civil rights. We discuss the need for civil rights and the need for community within the LGBTQ+ community. Please check out the Ledward Centre for more information on the work Duncan is doing. This is an Across Rainbows production. Please check out our website for more information about Queerability and g...

Elegance: From Streets to Screen

October 15, 2021 08:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

This episode highlights the queer homeless crisis, that is escalating.  Today's guest, Elegance Bratton, an award-winning film producer and director, highlights the growing invisibility of forgotten members of the LGBTQ+ community, who are being left being 50 years after the events of Stonewall.  Queer homelessness continues to grow. Today, many young queer people are still being kicked out of their family homes because of their sexual and gender identity.  This is an Across Rainbows pro...

Margot: A Filmmaker Rising

October 08, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

We are back! Today's guest is an award-winning filmmaker, Margot.  Her story is one of turning challenges into inspirational art.  Margot's work draws on her identity as a lesbian woman, her staunch feminism, her love of fairy tales, her experience of loss, and her fascination with water and the ocean. We talk about: Compulsive Heteronormativity Queer women in the film industry Queer representation in media Please check out Across Rainbows for more information about Margot. Please supp...

Topsie: It's All That Drag & Topsie

September 10, 2021 06:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MB

Today, the guest is the legendary drag artist and Westend Star Nathan, also known as Topsie Redfern.  Nathan made his Westend debut in 2009 playing Mary Sunshine in Chicago. In 2013, he was encouraged to enter UK Drag Idol as Topsie Redfern, where he got runner up and was catapulted into the UK Cabaret circuit, where they have gone on performing around the country. They are currently touring performing their own show, 'Topsie Redfern's Crystal Balls'.  Nathan and I discuss being gay withi...

Stephanie: Dominating Sex & Gender

September 02, 2021 20:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

In today's episode, we have an intimate deep conversation with Stephanie, who was born intersex, raised male, but has always identified as female.  She made her career in gardening and through a series of extraordinary events she becomes a leading dominatrix in London.  She went on to win numerous competitions and toured Europe.  We talk about Stephanie's growing-up experiences surrounding gender identity, sex work, queer community, and the AIDs crisis.  Themes of mental health and suicid...

Nathan: A Gay Aspies Tale

August 27, 2021 01:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

Our guest today is Nathan, a 22-year-old student with asperges. He is a full-time student, a writer (Blogs, articles, book, AND a musical), singer, and a budding stand-up comedian.   In this episode, we cover growing up with Asperges. Nathan talks openly about his experiences being bullied. Despite feeling like an outsider, he found a connection to others through music, arts, and writing. He also talks very candidly about having asperges within the gay community.      Nathan's story is one ...

Jacob: Switching On

August 20, 2021 01:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

In today's episode, we are talking to Jacob Bayliss. He is the CEO of Switchboard in Brighton and has worked in the charity sector for 10 years. Jacob is a well-known advocate of LGBTQ+ rights and Trans inclusivity.  He is passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of marginalised people locally and nationally and committed to tackling inequality through meaningful, intersectional, and community-led initiatives.     We discuss why fighting for our rights remains important and the n...

Eleanor: Becoming Eleanor

August 13, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MB

In today's episode, we are joined by Eleanor. She takes us through her incredible life journey and how she was able to overcome great adversity.  Eleanor is a phenomenal woman; gentle, funny, brave, and heartbreakingly honest (and a little sassy!).  Her queerability is how she came through with so much perseverance and determination. She now does a lot working within the trans community to help others find their own queerability. We talk about growing up in post-war England, discovering th...

Michelle: Self and Sensitivity

August 05, 2021 23:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

In this episode, we talk to Michelle. Michelle is a certified Life Coach who specialises in Highly Sensitive People (HSP)*. Her story is one of self-discovery from constantly feeling like an outsider for most of her life to discovering her sexuality and HSP ability.  She built her own community and helps others to find their own power. Michelle's Queerability is her resilience in overcoming her own challenges while helping others. Please check out Michelle on Instagram and Facebook @mic...

Shaun: Christianity and Foster Care System

July 30, 2021 01:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

In today's episode, we sit down with Shaun. He shares his journey of being put into the foster care system and how the Church became a safe space. Shaun's story demonstrates that when times get hard it is important to rely on your community. Shaun found himself within Christianity and stability within the Church.  Support the show

Queerability Tailer

July 28, 2021 16:00 - 1 minute - 862 KB

The Queerability podcast trailer. Through the stories, our guests take us on a journey with them through the ordinary and extraordinary events that radically change their lives. Queerability is our superpower. Hosted by Nick Cousin Produced by Steven Bamidele.    Artwork by Matt Davey An  Across Rainbows Production.