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Homo Sapiens

Homo Sapiens is the smash-hit podcast where queer people talk about life. Each week Chris Sweeney bring you intelligent, informative and fun conversations that represent the interests of LGBTQ+ people around the world. New Episodes Tuesdays and Thursdays.


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  • Has the Manosphere Infiltrated the Queer Community with Megan Crabbe

    54:54|
    The brilliant Megan Crabbe is back to unpack the rise of the manosphere, how it’s shaping ideas around masculinity, and whether it’s beginning to infiltrate queer spaces.We dive into the real-world impact of online extremism, from shifting gender norms to rising homophobia, and ask whether queer communities are feeling less safe as a result. Megan shares her perspective as both a queer woman and an influencer navigating an increasingly hostile online space.✉️Get in touch hello@homosapienspodcast.com📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨

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  • Your Emails and Olympic Debate Responses

    16:38|
    It's another dive into the inbox this week as we continue to discuss the ongoing olympic debate and read two powerful emails that have really stuck with me. Please do continue to write in, we want to hear your views, experiences and responses to the topics we cover and tackle in the show!✉️Get in touch hello@homosapienspodcast.com📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨
  • What Happened to 'I Kissed a Boy' with Roxy Bourdillon

    47:16|
    The brilliant Roxy Boudillon is back to unpack the cancellation of I Kissed a Boy/Girl, the power of queer reality TV, and whether these shows are judged more harshly than their straight counterparts. We dive into the importance of seeing ourselves reflected onscreen and whether queer TV shows are set up to fail. After working closely alongside the launch of I Kissed a Boy, Roxy gives her industry insight into why I Kissed a Boy is never coming back.Chris & Roxy x✉️Get in touch hello@homosapienspodcast.com📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨
  • Happy Easter & Spring Garden Updates!

    07:00|
    Happy Easter listeners - I hope you are all enjoying the long weekend!Only a short one from me today: a whizz round the garden which is SPRINGing into life and a teaser for next week's episode all about the 'I Kissed a...' series being cancelled by the BBC. ✉️Get in touch hello@homosapienspodcast.com📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨
  • When Your Existence Becomes a Debate with Charlie Craggs

    42:57|
    The brilliant Charlie Craggs joins me this week to talk about what happens when your existence becomes a debate and how that seeps into everything from dating and work to how honest we feel we can be online.From dating app chaos to social media pressure and the reality of speaking your mind as a public figure, we get honest about what it really looks like behind the scenes.Plus, we answer your questions on honesty, identity, and whether the current climate has changed how we show up in our everyday lives…Chris & Charlie x✉️Get in touch hello@homosapienspodcast.com📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨
  • Your Emails & Trans Olympics Controversy

    15:15|
    It's been a hell of a week people! In this episode we are diving into the inbox to hear your feedback on our latest episode on queer parenting with the wonderful James Greenwood, which features a touching listener story. We also have a chat about politics, trans-rights in sport and this weekend's anti far-right marches. We are living in unprecedented times, sending love to you all❤️✉️Get in touch hello@homosapienspodcast.com📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨
  • No One Teaches You This: Queer Parenting with Dr. James Greenwood

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    The brilliant Dr James Greenwood joins me this week to talk all things queer parenting — from surrogacy journeys and IVF realities to the unexpected truths of raising kids as gay dads.From sleep deprivation and “mum guilt” to breaking down gender roles and navigating a heteronormative parenting world, we get honest about what it really looks like behind the scenes.Plus, we answer your questions on adoption, money, and whether queer parents actually do things differently…Chris & James x✉️Get in touch hello@homosapienspodcast.com📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨