Homo Sapiens

Spirit Studios & Christopher Sweeney

The world from a Queer perspective: Conversations, stories and a good old laugh with LGBTQ+ icons, allies and of course, our lovely listeners. Come and join the Homo Sapiens family with new episodes every Thursday - the more the merrier!

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Oct 12, 2023 · 26 min
251: Coming Out Day: How to support people who are coming out | Part 2
Who supported you when you came out? Is there anything you wish people had said or done to support? Or is there anything you wish people hadn’t said? To celebrate National Coming Out Day, we have created a guide for the friends and family of LGBTQ+ people, who wish to help their loved ones on their coming out journey but don’t know how. This audio guide has been created using the stories and advice of our brilliant LGBTQ+ listeners based on their own journeys. So LGBTQ+ allies- listen up! Plus Chris has enlisted the help of pro footballer and LGBTQ+ advocate Zander Murray to guide you through x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 12, 2023 · 18 min
251: Coming Out Day: How to support people who are coming out | Part 1
Who supported you when you came out? Is there anything you wish people had said or done to support? Or is there anything you wish people hadn’t said? To celebrate National Coming Out Day, we have created a guide for the friends and family of LGBTQ+ people, who wish to help their loved ones on their coming out journey but don’t know how. This audio guide has been created using the stories and advice of our brilliant LGBTQ+ listeners based on their own journeys. So LGBTQ+ allies- listen up! Plus Chris has enlisted the help of pro footballer and LGBTQ+ advocate Zander Murray to guide you through x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 10, 2023 · 24 min
World Mental Health Day: How to Overcome Shame as an LGBTQ+ person ft. Munroe Bergdorf, Arthur Parkinson and Torrey Peters
It’s been a difficult week for our LGBTQ+ community but we will continue to fight on your behalf until you have the rights and respect you deserve. Today on world mental health day we’ve delved into our archives to bring you the most fruitful conversations we’ve had surrounding LGBTQ+ mental health, shame and how to overcome it. Tune in for some pearls of wisdom from the likes of Munroe Bergdorf, Arthur Parkinson and Torrey Peters. If you are looking for tools, these conversations are an incredible place to start. Links to the full episodes here - The Gay Therapist aka Nick Fager Torrey Peters Arthur Parkinson Munroe Bergdorf Scottee If you, or anyone you know has been affected by any of the issues raised in these conversations, take a look at these resources: Mind Out- an online LGBTQ+ mental health online support service- see here Samaritans operate a 24-hour service helpline available every day of the year. Phone: 116123 Email: jo@samaritans.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 4, 2023 · 17 min
250: Stranger in My Family: The DNA test that changed my life | Part 2
Have you ever thought about doing a DNA test to learn more about your heritage? Today's guest is the brilliant filmmaker Luke Davies, creator and subject of BBC Documentary ‘Stranger In My Family’. Luke felt different from his family when growing up but always attributed this to the fact he was LGBTQ+. Luke then did a DNA test that brought a family secret to light and changed their lives forever. Tune in to hear this unique story about belonging, chosen family, and heritage. Stranger In My Family is available to watch now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 4, 2023 · 28 min
250: Stranger in My Family: The DNA test that changed my life | Part 1
Have you ever thought about doing a DNA test to learn more about your heritage? Today's guest is the brilliant filmmaker Luke Davies, creator and subject of BBC Documentary ‘Stranger In My Family’. Luke felt different from his family when growing up but always attributed this to the fact he was LGBTQ+. Luke then did a DNA test that brought a family secret to light and changed their lives forever. Tune in to hear this unique story about belonging, chosen family, and heritage. Stranger In My Family is available to watch now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 2, 2023 · 28 min
Culture Club: Bellies with Nicola Dinan
Bellies is the queer love story that has been named the new Normal People and we are all here for it! It’s a queer coming-of-age romance which follows the relationship between Ming and Tom as they navigate life in their mid 20’s in London, including how the couple navigate Ming’s decision to transition. It’s a beautiful book about navigating and dealing with change in relationships which will tug on all of your heartstrings. Today we chat with the author Nicola Dinan about all things LGBTQ+ romance! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 28, 2023 · 27 min
249: Paddy O'Connell | Part 2
Today we are thrilled to welcome an absolute legend of British broadcasting and journalism- Paddy O’Connell. He has fronted huge BBC shows such as Eurovision, Liquid News and Newscast and has brought the news to us live from some of the biggest events of our lifetime including 9/11. We talk about queerness and arrested development, grief after the death of his father and Paddy imparts some all-important wisdom on how to get your dinner party guests to leave and gay wedding etiquette! It’s a beautiful chat! 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 28, 2023 · 20 min
249: Paddy O'Connell | Part 1
Today we are thrilled to welcome an absolute legend of British broadcasting and journalism- Paddy O’Connell. He has fronted huge BBC shows such as Eurovision, Liquid News and Newscast and has brought the news to us live from some of the biggest events of our lifetime including 9/11. We talk about queerness and arrested development, grief after the death of his father and Paddy imparts some all-important wisdom on how to get your dinner party guests to leave and gay wedding etiquette! It’s a beautiful chat! 📍 Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist 📍H O M O S A P I E N S P O D C A S T 📍NEW EPISODE Every Thursday 📍Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens 📍Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com 📍Podcast Host: Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 22, 2023 · 9 min
Why do we skip over bisexuality?
Why are villains on screen often portrayed as bisexual? Is Brokeback Mountain a bisexual love story? Its bisexual awareness week and today we deep dive into how bisexuality is represented in culture with the brilliant Julia Shaw. When Julia came out as bisexual, literature and resources for bisexual people were in short supply, so she created her very own bisexual bible and it’s brilliant! You can listen to the full episode with Julia here. https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/homo-sapiens/id1257514825?i=1000596359750 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 21, 2023 · 24 min
248: Nadia Whittome MP | Part 2
Are there really more statues of horses than women in Parliament? Today we welcome one of our most requested guests- Labour MP Nadia Whittome. How has she succeeded in commanding the respect of parliament having been elected as an MP at the age of just 23? And does Britain have the gayest parliament in the world? Plus, Pret or Upper Crust? Sausage Roll or Vegan Sausage Roll? Who better to help settle these all-important debates than a politician powerhouse! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 21, 2023 · 21 min
248: Nadia Whittome MP | Part 1
Are there really more statues of horses than women in Parliament? Today we welcome one of our most requested guests- Labour MP Nadia Whittome. How has she succeeded in commanding the respect of parliament having been elected as an MP at the age of just 23? And does Britain have the gayest parliament in the world? Plus, Pret or Upper Crust? Sausage Roll or Vegan Sausage Roll? Who better to help settle these all-important debates than a politician powerhouse! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 14, 2023 · 17 min
247: Erdem | Part 2
London Fashion Week is upon us, and we are absolutely thrilled to be joined by THE Erdem to take us behind the scenes of London Fashion Week- the chaos before the runway show, responding to reviews and the LGBTQ+ influences behind his incredible designs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 14, 2023 · 23 min
247: Erdem | Part 1
London Fashion Week is upon us, and we are absolutely thrilled to be joined by THE Erdem to take us behind the scenes of London Fashion Week- the chaos before the runway show, responding to reviews and the LGBTQ+ influences behind his incredible designs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 7, 2023 · 25 min
246: Creating Attitude Magazine | Part 2
Do you remember buying your first-ever edition of Attitude Magazine? This week we are deepdiving into LGBTQ+ culture with Darren Styles and Cliff Joannou, publisher and editor-in-chief of Attitude Magazine. From George Michael, to Prince William to the Heartstopper cast, Attitude has landed some of the most famous faces in the world as their cover stars. Today we discuss how difficult it once was to persuade LGBTQ+ people to be on their cover, how they have had to fight to remove Attitude from the top-shelves of newsagents and how their position as the biggest spokesperson for LGBTQ+ people continues to evolve! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 7, 2023 · 29 min
246: Creating Attitude Magazine | Part 1
Do you remember buying your first ever edition of Attitude Magazine? This week we are deepdiving into LGBTQ+ culture with Darren Styles and Cliff Joannou, publisher and editor-in-chief of Attitude Magazine. From George Michael, to Prince William to the Heartstopper cast, Attitude has landed some of the most famous faces in the world as their cover stars. Today we discuss how difficult it once was to persuade LGBTQ+ people to be on their cover, how they have had to fight to remove Attitude from the top-shelves of newsagents and how their position as the biggest spokesperson for LGBTQ+ people continues to evolve! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 31, 2023 · 30 min
245: Bimini | Part 2
‘Have a smile, stop being moody, raise a glass and shake your booty’. Listeners, this is your daily reminder sent from this week’s brilliant guest - artist, social media icon and drag race legend Bimini. It was a pleasure to welcome Bimini to HS Towers. Tune in as we discuss why Buffy the Vampire is a queer icon and why finding humour in their activism has been their key to success. Plus, what are Bimini’s skincare secrets? Tune in to find out x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 31, 2023 · 26 min
245: Bimini | Part 1
‘Have a smile, stop being moody, raise a glass and shake your booty’. Listeners, this is your daily reminder sent from this week’s brilliant guest - artist, social media icon and drag race legend Bimini. It was a pleasure to welcome Bimini to HS Towers. We discuss why Buffy the Vampire is a queer icon and why finding humour in their activism has been their key to success. Plus, what are Bimini’s skincare secrets? Tune in to find out x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 29, 2023 · 29 min
LGBTQ+ at University with Woody Cook
Today we welcome back the one and only Woody Cook and we are talking all about going to uni as an LGBTQ+ person. Woody is here to share his words of wisdom for freshers week- from welcoming your new roommates with a tray of cocktails, to what songs to play on the aux to get everyone on the dance floor. Plus, what’s it like having Fatboy Slim drop you off at Freshers?! Thank you to John Lewis & Partners and Intel for sponsoring the episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 24, 2023 · 28 min
244: John Whaite | Part 2
How do you make the perfect cup of tea? This week’s guest has some strong and controversial opinions on the matter! We are of course talking about the one and only John Whaite, baker, broadcaster and one half of Strictly Come Dancing’s first-ever male same-sex partnership. This is a brilliant chat about his experience of being a gay man on two of the biggest shows on TV, dealing with shame and perfectionism and how writing his memoir allowed him to discover he has ADHD. Enjoy, John is a true trailblazer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 24, 2023 · 34 min
244: John Whaite | Part 1
How do you make the perfect cup of tea? This week’s guest has some strong and controversial opinions on the matter! We are of course talking about the one and only John Whaite, baker, broadcaster and one half of Strictly Come Dancing’s first-ever male same-sex partnership. This is a brilliant chat about his experience of being a gay man on two of the biggest shows on TV, dealing with shame and perfectionism and how writing his memoir allowed him to discover he has ADHD. Enjoy, John is a true trailblazer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.