Queer voices have always been a vital part of Louisiana’s vibrant culture, reaching far beyond the familiar streets of New Orleans. Join Louisiana natives Ruby Porter and Leyla Hekmatdoost as they shine a light on the diverse stories of LGBTQIA+ individuals navigating life in one of America’s most complex and deeply southern regions. Through heartfelt conversations with a variety of guests, Ruby and Leyla explore the joys, challenges, and resilience of Queer Louisiana. Each episode offers authentic insights, celebrates community, and sparks meaningful dialogue about progress, identity, and the future. Tune in to discover the untold stories that weave our lives together and inspire understanding, pride, and connection.
Queer Louisiana
Claim This Podcastby Queer Northshore
5.0(16 reviews)
2 episodes
Updated Daily
Accepts GuestsHas SponsorsLocation 🇺🇸
14
Podcast Authority
BetaPoorBased on show quality, social media presence, reviews, charts, and more
Quality7
Social0
YouTube0
Engagement51
Podcast Overview
Queer voices have always been a vital part of Louisiana’s vibrant culture, reaching far beyond the familiar streets of New Orleans. Join Louisiana natives Ruby Porter and Leyla Hekmatdoost as they shine a light on the diverse stories of LGBTQIA+ individuals navigating life in one of America’s most complex and deeply southern regions. Through heartfelt conversations with a variety of guests, Ruby and Leyla explore the joys, challenges, and resilience of Queer Louisiana. Each episode offers authentic insights, celebrates community, and sparks meaningful dialogue about progress, identity, and the future. Tune in to discover the untold stories that weave our lives together and inspire understanding, pride, and connection.
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
1/2/2025
Unlock The Full Podcast Authority Score Report
See how your podcast performs across key metrics
14
Podcast Authority
BetaPoorBased on show quality, social media presence, reviews, charts, and more
Quality7
Social0
YouTube0
Engagement51
5
Excellent Areas
1
Good Performance
13
Growth Opportunities
excellent
Episode Length
27 minutes
Performing excellently!
good
iTunes Tags
6.2/10
Recommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
poor
Publishing Consistency
Every 37 days
Recommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
+16 More Metrics
Unlock comprehensive insights including:
- • YouTube presence analysis
- • Social media reach metrics
- • RSS compliance scoring
- • Podcast 2.0 features
- • Technical standards
What's Included in Your Full Report
Detailed Analytics
- Complete breakdown of all 19 authority metrics
- Personalized recommendations for each metric
- Industry benchmarks and comparisons
- Technical RSS feed analysis and compliance scoring
Growth Strategies
- Step-by-step action plans for improvement
- Quick wins to boost your score immediately
- Pro tips from successful podcasters
Get your free podcast insights report
See how your show performs across every key metric
Instant delivery
No spam
Attract Better Guests
High authority scores make your podcast more attractive to industry leaders and influencers who want to appear on credible shows.
Secure Sponsorships
Sponsors look for podcasts with proven authority and engagement. Your score demonstrates your podcast's value to potential partners.
Grow Your Audience
Understanding your strengths and weaknesses helps you make data-driven decisions to expand your listener base effectively.
Reach the team behind Queer Louisiana
Verified contact details for this show aren't on file yet — sign up to get notified when they land.
Recent Episodes
March 16, 2025
Overcoming Barriers to Queer Homeownership with Realtor, Lindsay Keen
<p>In this episode of Queer Louisiana, hosts Leyla Hekmatdoost and Ruby Porter sit down with realtor Lindsay Keen to explore the unique challenges and opportunities facing LGBTQ+ individuals in the housing market. Lindsay shares her journey from veterinary medicine to real estate, discussing the importance of homeownership as a path to financial stability and community empowerment. The conversation highlights systemic barriers, such as discrimination and financial hurdles, that disproportionately affect queer and BIPOC homebuyers. Lindsay also offers practical advice for aspiring homeowners, from tax tips for service workers to navigating mortgage approval processes. The episode provides a hopeful look at inclusive real estate networks and the power of owning property as a form of self-determination for the LGBTQ+ community.</p>
January 2, 2025
MyaRay: City Queer in the Country
<p>In the inaugural episode of Queer Louisiana, hosts Leyla Hekmatdoost and Ruby Porter welcome the incredible MyaRay, a Black trans woman in her late twenties who hails from Loranger, Louisiana—a small, rural town with its own unique challenges. MyaRay briefly ventured away to explore life in a bustling city, only to realize that the bonds of family and community were too important to forsake for long.</p><p>MyaRay shares her powerful journey, offering insights into her experiences as a trans woman navigating a community that often struggles to embrace her identity. Fearless in her discussions, she sheds light on the treatment of trans individuals within the broader queer community and addresses the complexities of racial dynamics in her acceptance as a Black trans woman. Join us for an enlightening conversation that highlights resilience, connection, and the importance of community in the quest for understanding and acceptance.</p><p>Queer Louisiana is a production of 501c3 Nonprofit, <a href="https://www.QueerNorthshore.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Queer Northshore</a>. This episode was produced by Leyla Hekmatdoost and Ruby Porter and edited by Mike Spalt at <a href="https://flydreammedia.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Flydream Media</a>. Production consultation and management by Jeremy JF Thompson. Additional introductions recorded by Anthony and Shannon Parr.</p>
2 total episodes available
Deep-dive analytics for Queer Louisiana
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Queer Louisiana?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Information about guest appearances is not available.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.