Excuse Me, I Have Something To Say

All good things must come to an end. The past 3 years working on the podcast have been equal parts rewarding and challenging. It has been an absolute honor and a privilege to have created a platform which has been able to help people share their stories and experiences with each other.In this, the final episode of Excuse me Shaun Phillip Naylor reflects on his podcasting journey. the highs and the lows experienced whilst bringing this much-loved show to you, and the reasons behind his decision to put the show to rest, for now.Thanks for watching. SPN x

The festive season is a time to be jolly and revel in Holiday traditions that our families have celebrated for years. We even spread Christmas cheer by singing loud and clear for all to hear. From Christmas Carolers to Krampus. The Yule Cat to a malevolent Goblin from Southern Europe. We’ve got the Tea on all these spooky Christmas traditions and more.

This week on Excuse me we’re going to be talking about something that effects approximately 15% of all people. Dyslexia. Dyslexia doesn’t discriminate as it occurs in people of all genders and backgrounds. Dyslexia occurs in every language spoken and from every country. And most people don’t even know that they live with it.Today's Guest is a great friend of mine who is an advocate for spreading awareness and dismantling the stigma that surrounds Dyslexia. Che Turner. Che is the founder of the smart dyslexic. Where his goal is to help others with dyslexia gain a deeper understanding of the challenge, so they can live productive and fulfilling lives. Che recently shared his own Dyslexia story online with the British Dyslexia Association in an incredibly personal and touching article. Che is also working a little something incredible that will potentially change the game for anyone who has dyslexia. Follow Che Turner and the Smart Dyslexic:Site Title (smartdyslexic.com)Smart Dyslexic (@smartdyslexic) • Instagram photos and videosFollow Shaun and Excuse me:Excuseme_pod | Twitter, Instagram, Facebook | Linktree#excuseme #dyslexia #dyslexiaawareness #podcast

This week on Excuse me, Shaun is sitting down with one of his favorite Australian Musicians, The Queen of hearts, Herself... Sahara Beck. Sahara Beck is a QLD based musician and performer who has quite rightfully won her fair share of accolades over the years, including 2019’s regional song of the year for “Here we go again” a song which also saw her score third for the Vanda & Young global songwriting competition that same year. Sahara is a unique artist who produces music that encompasses all kinds of genres. with lyrics that are as heartfelt and earnest as they are progressive and a voice that has the ability to lift you up whilst simultaneously breaking your heart. If you aren’t familiar with Sahara’s body of work, then I encourage you to go and listen to her solid back catalogue once this episode is over. Some l highlights from Sahara are “Spinning Time” and “Tapping on the roof” from the 2016 album “Panacea” the entire “Queen of Hearts” EP and more recently the singles “Crave me” “Stillness” and a Hauntingly beautiful cover of Wheatus’ “teenage dirtbag” which can all be found on Sahara’s latest EP “and her Kryptonite”Follow Sahara Beck:Sahara Beck - Welcome - Sahara BeckSahara Beck (@saharabeck) • Instagram photos and videosFollow Shaun and Excuse me:@Excuseme_pod | Linktree

In this special little bonus episode cut from our Halloween Special - Halloween Queers & Queens Shaun and Rochelle take a second to look at some of our more recent Queer horror icons. Including Kevin Williamson and how he not only re-invigorated the horror Genre for a new generation but also hid some pretty Queer content and characters in plain sight.From the Scream franchise to I know what you did last summer, the Vampire Diaries, Halloween H2O Williamson has had his finger in many a Halloween pie and our screens are better for it. Tune in now to hear all about it and a few more other spooky stories.Get in touch with the show and follow Excuse Me, via the social links belowPodcast | Excuse Me, (excusemeihavesomethingtosay.com)Excuse me - Podcast (@excuseme_pod) • Instagram photos and videosExcuse me, I have something to say (@Excuseme_pod) / TwitterShaun Phillip Naylor (@excuseme_pod) TikTok | Watch Shaun Phillip Naylor's Newest TikTok Videos(6) EXCUSE ME, I have something to say - YouTubeif you want to catch up with all things Vegan and sustainable living through Rochelle's podcast you can follow the links belowhttps://maycontaintracesofsoy.comMay Contain Traces Of Soy | Podcast on Spotify(6) Vegan Shell - YouTubeFollow these body positive ambassadors for some great contentJameela Jamil (@jameelajamil) • Instagram photos and videosLizzo (@lizzobeeating) • Instagram photos and videosMegan Jayne Crabbe 🐼 (@meganjaynecrabbe) • Instagram photos and videosThe article referenced for the content featured in this episode can be found hereUnderstanding Body Positivity, Body Acceptance, and Body Neutrality - The Emily Program

Welcome to our annual Halloween Special.As Season 3 of Excuse me, I have something to say picks up for the final episodes of the season. Shaun is joined by Halloween enthusiast, good friend and host of the podcast May contain traces of soy for this year's spooky special episode. Shaun and Rochelle take a look into some of Halloween and queer cultures most iconic Queers and Queens of the festival formally known as Samhain. From the Queen of Halloween herself and the creator one of the spooky seasons most memorable stories, Mary Shelley, to Bram Stoker and so much more.Get in touch with the show and follow Excuse Me, via the social links belowPodcast | Excuse Me, (excusemeihavesomethingtosay.com)Excuse me - Podcast (@excuseme_pod) • Instagram photos and videosExcuse me, I have something to say (@Excuseme_pod) / TwitterShaun Phillip Naylor (@excuseme_pod) TikTok | Watch Shaun Phillip Naylor's Newest TikTok Videos(6) EXCUSE ME, I have something to say - YouTubeif you want to catch up with Rochelle's podcast and various socials you can follow the links belowhttps://maycontaintracesofsoy.comMay Contain Traces Of Soy | Podcast on Spotify(6) Vegan Shell - YouTube

Throughout July, we've had so much fun exploring the History of Drag and it's influence on Queer Culture, and we've got one last treat for you. In this special UNEDITED BONUS EPISODE join Shaun and Mya Crafone are once again struck with hilarious technical difficulties as they talk about Drag Race. Covering everything from when they both discovered it's existence, to how it has impacted peoples views on Drag today and the differences between fans of Drag and fans of Drag race. Mya spills the Tea on some old drag race secrets and Shaun shares his unlikely connection to Rose McGowan.

In Part two of 'untucked' the history of drag and it's influence on queer culture Shaun & Mya pick up right where we left them in the 60's. Part two explores the unlikely connection of the Mafia and the Queer community in NYC, the Stonewall riots and the Drag ball scene of the 60's and 70's. This episode delves into the 80's and the Aids epidemic and how the Queens of the times educated, supported and entertained the community through one of it's toughest trials. in the 90's we saw the rise of Drag in the mainstream with representation in movies and TV, all the way to RuPaul, Drag Race and the Drag culture we recognise today. this is another hilarious yet educational episode you will not want to miss. Follow Mya Crafone:Mya Crafone (@myacrafone) • Instagram photos and videosFollow Shaun and Excuse me:@Excuseme_pod | Linktreearticles referenced in this episode:The History Of Drag Queens And The Evolution Of Drag (allthatsinteresting.com)History of Drag: From Antic Greece to RuPaul's Drag Race - LEVEL (different-level.com)

This week on the show Shaun is joined by the one and only Mya Crafone! Mya is a QLD based Drag artist and she has stopped by the show to join Shaun for a few wines as they delve into the history of the Drag performance. Shaun and Mya take you down a hilarious rabbit hole of History, knowledge and personal experiences as they sip wines and talk about Drag artists past and present. this is part one of a two part special, as Mya is a 2part 'special' kind of gal. basically, They may have got far too drunk to finish the epsiode in one take. So, pour yourself a bevvy and join us now as these two (non-historians) help 'Untuck' the History of Drag!