These Are The Gays Of Our Lives

These Are The Gays Of Our Lives

Drew and Sarah are college friends who share a love of pop culture from 80s music, old Hollywood movies, iconic closeted characters, and campy TV shows. Countless LGBTQ+ stories remain hidden in history, but deserve to be in the spotlight. Drew and Sarah explore the memorable and the not-so-well-known LGBTQ+ people that influenced both their lives and society. Peppered in every story are their hot takes and sass. Listen in, learn, and laugh along as they humorously and affectionately tell the life stories of the many gays of our lives.

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July 16, 2026 120 mins

A relaunch of one of our favorite episodes! Everyone should know about this woman and all she accomplished. 

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Drew and Sarah are covering more authors, so buckle up-- we know what "the  creative types" are like. Sarah learned what little there is to know on Sappho and Drew discussed Fannie Flagg- watch Match Game 74 to see how awesome she is! Sources:

https://www.worldhistory.org/Sappho_of_Lesbos/

https://youtu.be/R8wkZGQm9sg?si=UxQTmG7ODsj8s-6r

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This episode explores the fascinating world of LGBTQ+ writers and their unique, often eccentric personalities. From historical figures like Mercedes de Acosta, discover how her creativity and social circles shaped her life.

 Explore the fascinating life of Rita Mae Brown, her literary achievements, activism, and unique personality, including her relationships, political activism, and her quirky writing style with her cat co-aut...

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Explore the fascinating lives of early Hollywood icons Jean Acker and Laurence Olivier, uncovering hidden histories, LGBTQ+ stories, and the evolution of Hollywood's portrayal of sexuality and identity. We are delving into their careers, personal struggles, and iconic moments in Hollywood and theater history.

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Laurence:

https://youtu.be/fNNz5WxQc4s?si=1n381WvIe_Fl6F-B

Jean:

https://youtu.be/-SJBfqOHSRU?si=dVvQDcd6sZQi3klA

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Explore the hidden histories of Hollywood's LGBTQ+ icons, their lives, and societal challenges. Discover fascinating stories of old Hollywood stars and their impact on culture and visibility. This episode explores the fascinating lives of Hollywood icons Vincent Price and William, delving into their careers, personal lives, and the impact they had on film and art. Discover behind-the-scenes stories, their contributions to horror ci...

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Sarah and Drew return to old Hollywood, their favorite genre, to discuss two amazing actors. Tallulah Bankhead and Cesar Romero were full of personality, charm, wit and talent. They enteratined people for most of their lives, which were full of fascinating stories. 

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Cesar:

A& E Biography Cesar Romero 

https://youtu.be/EvEcgQmEd00?si=1jLUsCZLGty40yzy

The Scandalous Life of Tallulah Bankhead

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February 13, 2026 92 mins

Drew and Sarah watched the classic movie The Long, Long Trailer. The movie stars real life couple, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. Made during the height of I Love Lucy, it was directed by gay masterpiece Vincente Minnelli. As you know, he created THE LIZA with gay icon Judy Garland. 

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January 27, 2026 86 mins

In this episode, Sarah and Drew explore various movies with LGBTQ+ connections, focusing on the significance of representation in media. They discuss characters like Joe Polnicek from 'Facts of Life' and Corky St. Clair from 'Waiting for Guffman', highlighting their impact on LGBTQ+ culture. The conversation also touches on the upcoming Winter Olympics and the representation of LGBTQ+ athletes, as well as the humor and dynamics of ...

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January 11, 2026 86 mins

In this episode, Sarah and Drew explore the intersection of LGBTQ history and film, focusing on the significance of the movie 'What's Up Doc.' They discuss the cultural implications of media representation, the impact of HIV criminalization laws, and the evolving perceptions of masculinity in modern media.

 The conversation is filled with humor and insightful commentary, making it a delightful exploration of both historical and...

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Drew and Sarah watch an alternate Christmas movie Batman Returns. Michael Keaton returns as Batman, Danny DeVito plays The Penguin and Michelle Pfeiffer stars as the iconic Catwoman. LGTBQ+ themes are present in this movie and certain characters bring feelings that resonate with viewers about finding your true self and living life to your full potential. Themes of corporate greed, lying, douche behavior in the movie could be torn o...

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Drew and Sarah discuss the 1992 Batman sequel, Batman Returns. Michael Keaton returns as Batman, Danny DeVito is the handsome Penguin, and Michelle Pfeiffer stars as the iconic Catwoman. Drew and Sarah discuss the LGTBQ+ themes that some of the characters seems to be dealing with and all the glorious camp of the movie. 

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December 14, 2025 82 mins

Drew and Sarah watch My Favorite Wife and break it down for you. It stars real life lovers Cary Grant and Randolph Scott. It's comedy, romance, farce and GAY! 

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November 28, 2025 75 mins

Remember that movie, Xanadu? Of course you do! Drew and Sarah retell this magic tale of 80's love, singing, dancing and rollerskates. Were the writers high? Probably. 

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Drew filled in for Megan from "It's Always The Husband" and recorded some true crime with Sarah. 

From the show Deadly Women this is a story about Alice Mitchell and Freda Ward.  It's love turned into obsession in a time when this kind of love was "frowned upon." 

1892 in Memphis, Tenn saw two friends become lovers in a tale of love gone wrong. 

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November 14, 2025 98 mins

 This conversation explores the lives of two groundbreaking LGBTQ athletes, John Curry and Glenn Burke. John Curry, a figure skater, faced the challenges of fame and identity while navigating the world of competitive skating. His innovative approach to ice dance and his struggles with mental health and acceptance in the sport are discussed. Glenn Burke, a baseball player, made history as the first openly gay player in Major Le...

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October 30, 2025 120 mins

In this episode, Sarah and Drew explore the world of extreme athletes, focusing on LGBTQ representation in sports. They introduce a segment called 'Hey, That's Kind of Gay', where they discuss media and observations related to LGBTQ culture. The conversation shifts to the Proud Champions initiative, which supports LGBTQ athletes, and highlights the legendary Billie Jean King, her activism, and her impact on women's sports. The host...

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October 12, 2025 67 mins

Listen all over again to Drew and Sarah discuss legendary actor and lover Cary Grant. 

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September 20, 2025 107 mins

In this episode, Drew and Sarah explore the intersection of athletics and LGBTQ identity, discussing their own experiences with sports and the representation of LGBTQ individuals in media. They delve into the story of Renee Richards, a transgender athlete who broke barriers in tennis, highlighting the challenges and triumphs she faced throughout her journey. The conversation touches on pop culture moments, positive news for the LGB...

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September 5, 2025 96 mins

In this episode, Drew and Sarah explore the intersection of sports and LGBTQ history, focusing on notable athletes and cultural moments. .' The conversation highlights Hobey Baker, a pioneering figure in American sports, whose legacy continues to influence the world of athletics today. This conversation delves into the life and legacy of Greg Louganis, one of the greatest divers in Olympic history. It explores his struggles with id...

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August 15, 2025 45 mins

We made it one year! How time flies!

In this episode, Drew and Sarah go over old episode and add any new information or information that didn't make it to the shows. We share more stories and interesting tidbits about the fascinating people we have learned about all year. 

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