Dear Queer,

About Dear Queer,

A Podcast for your queer stories, questions & advice you wish your younger self had or you need right now. Hosted by Alena Papayanis and Produced by Lauren Hogarth

Publisher

Alena Papayanis & Lauren Hogarth

Category

comedy · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Dec 2023

Latest episode

4 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

61 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Jun 2026

   Hanlan’s to Here: The Evolution of Pride in Toronto

   In this episode, we explore the roots of Pride in Toronto, how activism shaped it, and the many ways we can all show up for Pride in ways that feel authentic. We also share listener traditions, talk about navigating Pride with social anxiety, and reflect on how we cultivate queer joy. Support Queer Organizations in Toronto! Rainbow Railroad The 519

2. 

   21 May 2026

   Queer Skepticism in a Conspiracy Age with Nathan Radke

   This week, we’re joined by Nathan Radke, who is a professor, author, and co-host of The Uncover Up podcast and Alena’s colleague. Nathan helps us dive into what makes conspiracy theories so compelling and why they are everywhere right now. We also explore the surprising connections between conspiracy culture and the queer community, from historical persecution and coded communication to the fine line between healthy skepticism and harmful paranoia. Plus, we tackle the big questions: Why do conspiracy theories feel so satisfying? How do you talk to a loved one who’s deep in a rabbit hole? Are aliens real!? FIY: Canada's equivalent to the Stonewall riots occurred on February 5, 1981, when Toronto police raided four gay bathhouses in a coordinated operation known as Operation Soap. The mass arrests galvanized the LGBTQ2S+ community, resulting in mass protests that eventually laid the foundation for Toronto's annual Pride parade Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic

3. 

   7 May 2026

   Bonus Reality TV Episode: A Summer House and Beverly Hills Check In

   We catch up on the latest Summer House Episode and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Reunion. Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

12 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 47 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

70

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

60

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