The Things That Made Me Queer

Mar 17 2023 26 ep. 69 mins 102
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Join Crystal from Drag Race UK as she sits down with a range of celebrity guests and friends to chat about the touchpoints of their queer journey through the items they “bring” along to the studio. Theme Song: “Something Like Summer” by Caveboy

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The Power of a Fur Coat with Miss Peppermint

Mar 17 2023 109 mins  
For the season 3 finale, Crystal is joined by drag royalty Miss Peppermint! They talk about camp TV villains, tricking your grandma into helping you cross-dress, and the difficulty of navigating a trans identity before the internet was full of resources.

The REAL Club 69 with Porn Star John Thomas

Mar 09 2023 85 mins  
Crystal is joined by John Thomas to talk about how he became a porn star, what HIV is like today, having your brother watch you gogo dance, and the REAL Club 69!

Reading Vogue in Church with Tom Rasmussen

Mar 02 2023 81 mins  
Crystal is joined by multi-hyphenate Tom Rasmussen to talk queer joy, why they quit drag, and how to sneak fashion magazines into church.

Live with Tia Kofi!

Feb 24 2023 88 mins  
Crystal is joined live by Tia Kofi at the London Podcast Festival. They discuss true queer icons, why you can't trust physiotherapists and which is gayer - tea or coffee?

Visibility, Tailoring and the House of Lords with Baroness Ruth Hunt

Feb 16 2023 81 mins  
Join Crystal for a ladyhunt with Lady Hunt. They discuss Ruth's time as CEO of Stonewall, how to influence people in the House of Lords, and why there's nothing better than a good suit.

Becoming Adriana Lima with Kerri Colby

Feb 09 2023 95 mins  
In this episode, Crystal is joined by Kerri Colby to talk about growing up in a repressed community, overcoming trauma, and finding yourself on and off the stage.

Cultural Lesbianism with Mint Simon

Feb 02 2023 74 mins  
Crystal is joined by Caveboy's Mint Simon to talk about lesbian bars, the gay stuff that happens at summer camp, and existing outside of gender labels.

Beyond Non-Binary with Travis Alabanza

Jan 26 2023 61 mins  
Crystal is joined by celebrated theatre-maker and author Travis Alabanza - listen for a discussion on what it’s like being gender-confirming in the world, why they’re moving past the label of non-binary, and problematic queer faves.

The Origin of Hedwig with John Cameron Mitchell

Jan 19 2023 89 mins  
In this week's episode, Crystal and John Cameron Mitchell go through an anthology's worth of queer media, discuss the legacy of Hedwig, and the complicated label of non-binary.

Villainy and Vanity with Natalie Wynn aka Contrapoints

Jan 12 2023 72 mins  
In the Season 3 premiere, Crystal chats with Natalie Wynn aka CONTRAPOINTS about villainy, cringe, coming out twice and the power of self-actualization.