Gay Savvy Podcast

POLITICS… We talk state politics with the upcoming Qld election and how this affects our communityUNWRITTEN LAW… Spencer has a chat with this awesome band performing at SoundwavePOLITICS… Then we have a look at federal politics with the leadership questions and how that affects the LGBTIQ communityMARY KIANI… This musical gay icon comes into the studio to talk about her new albumCIVIL UNIONS… They’re here and we are getting committed to commitmentCOBRA STARSHIP… Spencer has a pow pow with these guys performing at Soundwave Tune into Gay Savvy on Zed Digital every Thursday night at 8pm OR download our free podcast by simply searching 'Gay Savvy' in iTunes and get a taste of what Zed Digital is like!!

Gay Savvy Episode 35 [MAGDA] Do we say anymore? Yes Magda has come out and you know what, Gay Savvy has something to say about that :P [EQUAL LOVE] Jay from Equal Love pops in to inform all on what EQ are up to forthcoming - plenty of more info to come [NATIONAL TALENT - TOM BALLARD] Tom Ballard calls in to talk life, radio, music, activism and upcoming comedy show heading to Bris [LOCAL TALENT - RUTH GARDNER] Ruth Gardner from Dykes On Mykes and upcoming comedian stops by to discuss her comic course, life and radio. [LIGHT AND SHADE] Another American state legalises Gay Marriage and updated information on Uganda and the anti-gay bill. [ROXETTE] Gay Savvy last Friday went to Sydney to see Roxette live! To hear footage, experiences and a review of the concert make sure you tune in. Tune into Gay Savvy on Zed Digital every Thursday night at 8pm OR download our free podcast by simply searching 'Gay Savvy' in iTunes and get a taste of what Zed Digital is like!!

Episode 33 [CIVIL UNIONS] Big news come 05 March 2012 - we'll tell you we swear... [AQUALISCIOUS] We talk to president of Aqualiscious to discuss all about Brisbane queer friendly swimming fitness and the upcoming pool party fundraiser... [LOCAL MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT] About to perform in her national touring production 'Waitressing and Other Things I Do Well...' at the Powerhouse; Gillian Cosgriff calls in to discuss all. [ADULT] LA is putting a stop to bareback themed adult entertainment to send a safe sex example to the community. Gay Savvy has the full story. [WHERE'S LUSCIOUS L?] KC joins the line up once for the first time this year and as we do whenever there is a cast member away, we call them to find out the goss on where they are at. [PANSEXUALITY] What is it? Do we have a new letter to join the LGBTQI community and counting??

[LOCAL MUSIC] Jake Diefenbach - Jake stops by to talk about his latest album release 'Missing Person' and his upcoming album launch at The Zoo. [LOCAL MUSIC] Almaryse and the Frill of the Fight - Supporting act for Jake at The Zoo - another amazing local Brisbane act. So much fun!! [LANEWAY FESTIVAL] Spencer catches up with Jonti to discuss music, life and involvement in the Laneway Festival. [OVERSEAS] Did you know??! India has recently dicriminalised homosexuality? What have they done since? Gay Savvy reveals all. [BIG GAY DAY] Dykes on Mykes resident KK joins the panel to discuss all funsies ahead for our big day ahead.

Episode 31! [BIG DAY OUT] Spencer is our correspondent from the festival.  What's his pick?  Who's he loving? [QUEERSLAND] Luscious and Dktr Burke speak with Leah and Luka, creative genius's behind this great Qld web series. [MATT LEE] You know him from So You Think You Can Dance, now, see what this dance superstar has been up to in Mary Popins! [AUS DAY]  Who is Gay Savvy's Australian of the Year? [MARDI GRAS] Brisbane wants a float!!  How can you help??  Check out the car wash...! [GAY SAVVY REMEMBERS...] What key life moment will Dktr Burke share...?

Episode 30 - http://tiny.cc/gsep30 [MARRIAGE EQUALITY] What’s going on in Canada?! [PORN] We speak with Matt Holloway about porn addiction, and how it can alter one’s view of themselves and desired partner. [HOMOPHOBIA] Can we separate people from their narrow-beliefs?  Is Margaret Court still a champion, despite her views? [TOP 5] #powergays – who makes Gay Savvy’s list?

Episode 29 - http://tiny.cc/gsep29##NEW INTRO##  [MUSIC] Spencer speaks with Sharon Finn (yes, those Finn's) about Pajama Club and their attendance at Laneway! [HETERONORMATIVE] Have gays become too "heteronormative" in wanting marriage, kids and the white picket fence? [BIGOT OR PREFERENCE?] What drives those horrid lines "no fatties, no femmes etc."? [SPACEBAGGING] When someone goes back in the closet.  Do you know someone who is guilty of this?  #spacebagging 

DOWNLOAD EPISODE 28 HERE - http://tiny.cc/gsep28 [REUNIONS] Which bands are coming back in 2012?  Who do you want to see? [MUSIC] Spencer speaks with The Hondas [90 DAY CHALLENGE] Listener Bryden tells his story [#SHITPPLSAY] What homophobic things were said in 2011? [TOP 5] What were the crew's Top 5 songs from 2011?

Episode 27 - http://tiny.cc/gsit1 IT'S OUR BEST OF 2011 PEOPLE! [EP 4] The Doctor's Wife! [EP 3] Michael from Qld Positive People, good rundown of HIV/AIDS [EP 6] Foster the People [EP 10] Streets of Our Town [EP 13] Mental Health with Paul Martin [EP 16] International Lesbian Day [EP 19] Qld Civil Partnerships with Grace Grace MP [EP 21] Hon Kristina Keneally MP [EP 23] ALP Rally ...phew, what a year!  And we'll be back in 2012!

Episode 26 – http://tiny.cc/gsit1 CHRISTMAS SPECIAL! [BRISBANE FAVOURITES]  Emma Dean and Stephen Carmichael speak with the crew about what they’ve been up to these pas months (and perhaps sing us a song...) [CO-HOST FAVOURITES]  KC, KK and Andy-Pandy drop by to help out, and reflect on the Christmas cheer. [MORE TALENT] Jonathan Duffy, Scott Sparks, Jules Woo, Jake Diefenbach... these wonders all make an appearance to wish us a Merry Christmas! [INTERNATIONAL GUESTS] Did someone see Santa and Queen Elizabeth II hanging around the 4zzz studios? [MUSIC] We have Christmas Carols and Songs coming out of our clackers! Merry Christmas to you all, our faithful Gay Savvy listeners – Spencer, Luscious L & Dktr Burke xo

Episode 25 – http://tiny.cc/gsit1 [GUEST HOST] KK of Dykes On Mykes! [ALP CONFERENCE] What was the outcome?  Where to next?! [DRESSING FOR OTHERS]  So straight women dress for other women... Do lesbians dress for gay men? [MUSIC]  Oliver Tank, music sensation behind the GetUp! Video.  Spencer chats with him. [ENTERTAINMENT]  Tinomatic, from “So You Think You Can Dance”, drops by to speak about upcoming ventures.

Episode 24 => http://tiny.cc/gsit1 SYDNEY SPECIAL!  [Qld Civil Partnership] Spencer & Dktr Burke were there!  What went down at Qld Parliament? [HERO!] Alex Greenwich, conveynor of Australian Marriage Equality, speaks with the starstruck crew. [Speakers] We hear from luminaries addressing the rally - Sarah Hanson-Young, Dr Kerryn Phelps, Clover Moore etc. etc. [Qld Equal Love] Jay & Kat - couldn't have done it without you!  What are their thoughts? [Rally] What did they people think?  Randoms talk to the Gay Savvy Crew!

Episode 23 => http://tiny.cc/gsit1 [Community] World AIDS day - we chat with Michael from Queensland Positive People [Music] Mr Scott Spark, Brisbane musician recently returned from New York [Entertainment] Lee Strickland of Pussy Palooza's Boudoir Bazaar [Politics] Road to ALP National Conference continues [Top 5] TV Show Themes

[ENTERTAINMENT] Blast from the past with Spencer and Luscious speaking with the VENGABOYS on their upcoming tour to Aus.[RELATIONSHIPS] “Just not feeling it” on a first date?  We give our two cents worth on whether you should stick it out![MARRIAGE EQUALITY] Not long until SYDNEY!  What are the latest developments?[OVERSEAS] Rob Williams from Guest House Films talks about the continuing need for GLBTIQ cinema and festivals.[TOP 5] Bubblegum Pop – so much sugar you may get diabetes!

Episode 21 available to download ==> http://tiny.cc/gsit1  It's a Happy 21st to Gay Savvy on Episode 21, and we're rolling out the big names! [Politics]>> Dktr Burke speaks with Kristina Keneally about her positive views on marriage equality, and how she reconciles this with her Catholic faith. [Entertainment]>> The boys from Briefs are coming back to Brisbane!  Fez drops by to discuss post Edinburgh happenings. [Health]>> How open are you with your GP?  Luscious L discusses women's health. [Top 5]>> Politically incorrect political satire songs...!