
Location:
Canada
Genres:
News & Politics Podcasts
Description:
CanQueer is Canada’s most syndicated LGBT talk show.
Twitter:
@talkcanqueer
Language:
English
Contact:
6138680690
Website:
https://canqueer.podbean.com/
Email:
info@queer.news
Episodes
Episode 394: The final episode
1/13/2025
As Luke and Sebastien move onto other things in their final episode they look at the news of Justin Trudeau resigning as Prime Minister, and what his tenure, over the length of the show has meant for LGBT Canadians, and where the future might lead.
Music this Week:
Lockjaw by Talinor (Canadian)
Diner Coffee by VANCAMP (Canadian)
Can't Make Us Gone by Amanda Rheaume (Canadian)
Duration:00:59:30
The final Big Gay Quiz of the Year
12/27/2024
The CanQueer team hosts the "Big Gay Quiz of the Year", with two teams competing to answer questions about LGBTQ news and events from the past year. The quiz covers topics related to Canada, international news, pop culture, and more.
Duration:00:49:53
The Legacy of Canqueer Episode 392
12/22/2024
In this episode of Canqueer, the hosts Luke and Sebastian discuss their long and storied careers in radio, from the inception of their show as "three gays on the radio" to its evolution into a topical podcast that aimed to be a voice for the LGBTQ+ community. They reflect on the challenges of holding their own institutions accountable while also celebrating progress, and explain their decision to end the show after over a decade, citing the unsustainable emotional labor involved. The hosts also share some of their most memorable guests and controversial stories covered over the years.
Music this week:
"I'm Just Me" by Diamond Rings (Canadian)
"Take Your Mama" by Scissor Sisters
"The Dream of Winning" by Owen Pallett (Canadian)
Duration:00:58:51
Queer Media reacts to BBC investigation: Episode 391
12/16/2024
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the news from the UK about PinkNews.co.uk, and the culture in the workplace. They also discuss an upcoming LGBT pilgrimage in Rome.
Music this week:
Honey by Cedar Roots (Canadian)
Hey You by Moodset's Band (Canadian)
Last Day by OKAN
Dance Me to the End of Love (Leonard Cohen Cover) by Annabelle Chvostek (Canadian)
Duration:00:57:48
Alberta town declares Neutrality on Pride Crosswalks
12/9/2024
Luke and Sebastian discussed various topics including the cultural shift against queer individuals. They also discussed political issues such as the allocation of washrooms in Washington DC, the implications of a recent democratic vote in Alberta, and the significance of World AIDS Day. Lastly, they touched on current events like anti-LGBTQ raids in Moscow, and the decision made at the Sydney Mardi Gras annual meeting regarding the participation of the New South Wales police in the upcoming parade.
Music this week:
Concrete and Windows by Tina da Rocha (Canadian)
Waves by Päter (Canadian)
Annie's Whip (Clean) by Amanda Rheaume (Canadian)
Duration:00:59:58
Episode 389: The latest LGBT news
12/2/2024
This week Luke and Sebastien discuss ending the show in 6 weeks, and some of the biggest news of the year.
Music this week:
Sure As Spring (Prarie-side Folk Mix) by Mortimer, Be Quiet (Canadian)
love / loss / applesauce by Backseat Dragon (Canadian)
Cold in Toronto (feat. Nicole Jaskot) by Grace Chiang (Canadian)
Duration:00:58:16
TDOR and Emo Court Case: Episode 388
11/25/2024
In this week's program we discuss the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal ruling on the Mayor of Emo, and the latest LGBT news from across Canada and the world.
Music this week:
Jane (My Little Firecracker) - Radio Edit by Claire Morrison (Canadian)
Tying Tiny Knots by The Crickettes (Canadian)
Evergreen by Maddisun
Duration:00:59:38
The Fallout from US Election
11/18/2024
In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the fall-out from the US election, as well as the biggest news from across Canada, and the wider world.
Music this week:
Adrian Sutherland - Don Politico (Politician Man) - Don Politico (Canadian)
DahL - The Earle's Hall Sessions - All These Years (feat. James Goddard) (Canadian)
Mars Aspen - Pest Control - Pest Control (Canadian)
Duration:00:59:32
The health of Canadas GLBT organizations
11/4/2024
In a follow up to their investigation on the financial health of Canadas LGBT organizations Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest news from across the country.
Music this week:
Crawl by Julia Dales (Canadian)
Duration:00:53:28
Canadian Queer News update: Episode 385
10/27/2024
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent motion defeated at the Niagara Catholic District School Board, the provincial elections and the trans election issue, and ongoing news about the bankruptcy of CCGSD.
Music this week:
Heartracer by Ura Star (Canadian)
Version of Me (feat. Dani Saldo) by Grace Chiang (Canadian)
What I Told U by miufly (Canadian)
Duration:00:59:11
National LGBTQ Organization declared bankrupt: Episode 384
10/21/2024
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent bankruptcy of CCGSD (Canadian Center for Gender and Sexual Diversity), in addition to the other biggest news of the week. We also discuss a lack of update from CGLCC.
Music this week:
Paradise by Janette King (Canadian)
Finally, I by Sail Cassady (Canadian)
Radios and Buffalos by Liv Wade (Canadian)
Duration:00:59:26
Hate in Waterloo, and King Arthur in a dress: Episode 383
10/13/2024
In this latest episode of CanQueer, Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news. Including a pride flag set alight in PEI, and Waterloo, ON being listed as having the highest rate of hate crimes, and finally, King Arthur being added to LGBT history.
Music this week:
Younger Then by VANCAMP (Canadian)
Big Boy by Dirty Eddy (Canadian)
Must Be Nice (To Be So Tough) by Bill Ricky (Canadian)
Duration:00:58:51
Episode 382: Pushback to EDI
10/7/2024
In this weeks program the team interview the Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada about pushback and backsliding in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.
Music this week:
Monster by The Crickettes (Canadian)
Alien Girl by Paige Drobot (Canadian)
Fences by Talinor (Canadian)
Duration:00:58:15
Being Gay and Dementia
9/30/2024
In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news, including a recent study that found that sexual and gender minorities are 15% more likely to have brain health concerns.
Music this week:
Furthest Place Remix Feat. R.B. by Kue Varo (Canadian)
Pieces by Laura Kelsey (Canadian)
Taboo by Janette King (Canadian)
Duration:00:58:01
A Gender Neutral Submarine? Episode 380
9/23/2024
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest GLBT news in Canada and around the world.
Music this week:
Diner Coffee by VANCAMP (Canadian)
I Won't Hide by Amanda Rheaume
Old Friend by Melissa Lauren
Duration:00:58:24
Episode 379 Taking Pride in Quebec
9/16/2024
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news and kick off a discussion about Pride in Quebec.
Music this week:
This Old Town by VANCAMP (Canadian)
Manual Expression by Miarlequin
High Trust High Stakes by Rykka
Silver Lady by Julia Dales
Heartbreaker (Radio Edit) by Zochi (Canadian)
Duration:00:57:18
Calling Lesbians in Nanaimo: Episode 378
9/9/2024
In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news, discussing Mpox, census data, and more
Music this week:
Everything's Fine by Alanna Matty (Canadian)
Next Life by Jayli Wolf (Canadian)
Imposter by Breagh Isabel (Canadian)
Duration:00:59:05
Episode 377: The update on mpox and Capital Pride
9/2/2024
In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent Pride in Canadas capital and gives updates on the biggest lgbt news across the world, including the latest on the MPOX public health warning.
Music this week:
Homebody by Mulligrub (Canadian)
Champion by Bif Naked (Canadian)
Play Fisty for Me by Carole Pope (Canadian)
Duration:00:58:39
The Purge war time origins: Episode 376
8/27/2024
In this weeks show Luke interviews the Host and producer of Queer Legends: The True Story of Canadas LGBT Purge Shawn Dearn, with special guest Sarah Worthman as they discuss the Canadian government purge of queer men in the first world war. Luke also discusses Ottawa Pride.
Music this week:
Vices by Lonely Little Kitsch (Canadian)
Headache BY Alanna Matty (Canadian)
A Laika Of Our Very Own! by Greta & The Goldfish (Canadian)
Duration:00:59:16
Any Other Way? Episode 375
8/19/2024
This week Luke and Sebastien discuss the rolling fall out from Capital Prides statement on the conflict in the middle east. Also this week, we discuss the new documentary about Jackie Shane, and discuss the film releases from the NFB (National Film Board) in celebration of Public Service Pride.
Music this week:
Tutti Frutty by Little Richard
Any Other Way by Jackie Shane (Canadian)
Hey Mr Cool Guy by Jackie Shane
Duration:00:59:43