A podcast all about how, though you might not expect it, Bruce Springsteen is a queer icon. Holly Casio and Jesse Lawson go on a mission to get The Boss the queer icon credentials he deserves, and to explore what it even means to idolise a rich, cis, white, straight celebrity in this way. The series is, kind of, about Bruce Springsteen. But it ends up being much more about queer history, identity, politics, and that feeling of being so completely obsessed with something that you totally lose track of what it is, and what you’ve turned it into in your head.
Series two is just starting to come out now! It's a show sharing the stories of people we lost during the aids crisis, creating an archive of queer histories that have long been forgotten. It's really beautiful!
I’d like to recommend a new show that I’m enjoying - But We Loved!
The show features intimate interviews with LGBTQ+ elders as a way of learning more about queer history and hearing wisdom from role models. It’s hosted by journalist Jordan Gonsalves, who grew up in Conservative Texas and wants to share the wisdom he wishes existed when he was younger. Through the conversations, Jordan shines a light on the often hidden history of the queer community. I’d recommend starting with Jordan’s intro episode, where he’s interviewed by Eric Marcus, the host of Making Gay History. I think this sets the show up so well and gets you invested in the mission that Jordan is on. The storytelling of Jordan’s guests is so open that you feel yourself there with them and gets you so emotionally invested before you know it.
Why do you recommend it: This is a special episode featuring Jennifer Smith, CEO of Scribe. Host Suchi Srinivasan engages with Jennifer, who is a mother herself, in a candid conversation exploring the unique challenges and expectations faced by women in leadership during pregnancy. She shares personal experiences and societal expectations of pregnant women in leadership roles. This is a very inspiring listen for anyone interested in gender diversity in tech industries and, generally, balancing leadership with other facets of life.
Heck yeah! I listened to the Switchfoot episode of Rock That Doesn't Roll (I've been a fan since high school and my band has even covered "Meant to Live" at a couple of shows) and it got me hooked.
Play On Podcasts just released a new season! They're doing The Taming of the Shrew and it's the perfect summertime listen! It's funny and entertaining and very well produced. Definitely not your high school Shakespeare! https://www.nextchapterpodcasts.com/playonpodcasts
Grit & Growth, the Stanford Seed podcast connecting African and South Asian entrepreneurs with some of the greatest minds at Stanford. This podcast is all about empowering entrepreneurs in rapidly developing markets and what the Stanford Seed project can offer.
hi hi hi! Recommending two queer-focussed shows for pride month!
Recommender: Jesse Lou Lawson
Podcast 1: Because the Boss Belongs to Us: https://open.spotify.com/show/33BxEoWfbSJ22NWap9pxhU?si=82bd9dda0cb64c98
A podcast all about how, though you might not expect it, Bruce Springsteen is a queer icon. Holly Casio and Jesse Lawson go on a mission to get The Boss the queer icon credentials he deserves, and to explore what it even means to idolise a rich, cis, white, straight celebrity in this way. The series is, kind of, about Bruce Springsteen. But it ends up being much more about queer history, identity, politics, and that feeling of being so completely obsessed with something that you totally lose track of what it is, and what you’ve turned it into in your head.
Podcast 2: Resurrection
https://www.resurrectionpodcast.com/
Series two is just starting to come out now! It's a show sharing the stories of people we lost during the aids crisis, creating an archive of queer histories that have long been forgotten. It's really beautiful!
Going in!
I’d like to recommend a new show that I’m enjoying - But We Loved!
The show features intimate interviews with LGBTQ+ elders as a way of learning more about queer history and hearing wisdom from role models. It’s hosted by journalist Jordan Gonsalves, who grew up in Conservative Texas and wants to share the wisdom he wishes existed when he was younger. Through the conversations, Jordan shines a light on the often hidden history of the queer community. I’d recommend starting with Jordan’s intro episode, where he’s interviewed by Eric Marcus, the host of Making Gay History. I think this sets the show up so well and gets you invested in the mission that Jordan is on. The storytelling of Jordan’s guests is so open that you feel yourself there with them and gets you so emotionally invested before you know it.
Meet Your Host (with Eric Marcus)
https://episodes.fm/1745330721/episode/MmQ0NGEyNmEtZDRkYy00OGNiLTk3NmItYjE2YzAxMTM3MTU1
Recommender: Andreea Coscai, Podcast Marketer at Tink Media
Podcast: In Her Ellement
Episode: Defying Expectations with Scribe’s Jennifer Smith
https://pod.link/1623472433/episode/ce20a182e603342f226f62bcf6aab695
Why do you recommend it: This is a special episode featuring Jennifer Smith, CEO of Scribe. Host Suchi Srinivasan engages with Jennifer, who is a mother herself, in a candid conversation exploring the unique challenges and expectations faced by women in leadership during pregnancy. She shares personal experiences and societal expectations of pregnant women in leadership roles. This is a very inspiring listen for anyone interested in gender diversity in tech industries and, generally, balancing leadership with other facets of life.
Heck yeah! I listened to the Switchfoot episode of Rock That Doesn't Roll (I've been a fan since high school and my band has even covered "Meant to Live" at a couple of shows) and it got me hooked.
LOVE Rock That Doesn't Roll. I think I'd recommend Split Screen: Kid Nation or Stories of Sound!
Play On Podcasts just released a new season! They're doing The Taming of the Shrew and it's the perfect summertime listen! It's funny and entertaining and very well produced. Definitely not your high school Shakespeare! https://www.nextchapterpodcasts.com/playonpodcasts
Hi hi! Can I recommend one?
Grit & Growth, the Stanford Seed podcast connecting African and South Asian entrepreneurs with some of the greatest minds at Stanford. This podcast is all about empowering entrepreneurs in rapidly developing markets and what the Stanford Seed project can offer.
Link: https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/business-podcasts/grit-growth
Thank you for considering!