Shows
CanQueerThe final Big Gay Quiz of the YearThe CanQueer team hosts the "Big Gay Quiz of the Year", with two teams competing to answer questions about LGBTQ news and events from the past year. The quiz covers topics related to Canada, international news, pop culture, and more.
2024-12-2749 minCanQueerThe Legacy of Canqueer Episode 392In this episode of Canqueer, the hosts Luke and Sebastian discuss their long and storied careers in radio, from the inception of their show as "three gays on the radio" to its evolution into a topical podcast that aimed to be a voice for the LGBTQ+ community. They reflect on the challenges of holding their own institutions accountable while also celebrating progress, and explain their decision to end the show after over a decade, citing the unsustainable emotional labor involved. The hosts also share some of their most memorable guests and controversial stories covered over the years.
2024-12-2358 minCanQueerQueer Media reacts to BBC investigation: Episode 391In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the news from the UK about PinkNews.co.uk, and the culture in the workplace. They also discuss an upcoming LGBT pilgrimage in Rome.
Music this week:
Honey by Cedar Roots (Canadian)
Hey You by Moodset's Band (Canadian)
Last Day by OKAN
Dance Me to the End of Love (Leonard Cohen Cover) by Annabelle Chvostek (Canadian)
2024-12-1657 minCanQueerAlberta town declares Neutrality on Pride CrosswalksLuke and Sebastian discussed various topics including the cultural shift against queer individuals. They also discussed political issues such as the allocation of washrooms in Washington DC, the implications of a recent democratic vote in Alberta, and the significance of World AIDS Day. Lastly, they touched on current events like anti-LGBTQ raids in Moscow, and the decision made at the Sydney Mardi Gras annual meeting regarding the participation of the New South Wales police in the upcoming parade.
Music this week:
Concrete and Windows by Tina da Rocha (Canadian)
Waves by Päter (C...
2024-12-0959 minCanQueerEpisode 389: The latest LGBT newsThis week Luke and Sebastien discuss ending the show in 6 weeks, and some of the biggest news of the year.
Music this week:
Sure As Spring (Prarie-side Folk Mix) by Mortimer, Be Quiet (Canadian)
love / loss / applesauce by Backseat Dragon (Canadian)
Cold in Toronto (feat. Nicole Jaskot) by Grace Chiang (Canadian)
2024-12-0258 minCanQueerTDOR and Emo Court Case: Episode 388In this week's program we discuss the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal ruling on the Mayor of Emo, and the latest LGBT news from across Canada and the world.
Music this week:
Jane (My Little Firecracker) - Radio Edit by Claire Morrison (Canadian)
Tying Tiny Knots by The Crickettes (Canadian)
Evergreen by Maddisun
2024-11-2559 minCanQueerThe Fallout from US ElectionIn this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the fall-out from the US election, as well as the biggest news from across Canada, and the wider world.
Music this week:
Adrian Sutherland - Don Politico (Politician Man) - Don Politico (Canadian)
DahL - The Earle's Hall Sessions - All These Years (feat. James Goddard) (Canadian)
Mars Aspen - Pest Control - Pest Control (Canadian)
2024-11-1859 minCanQueerThe health of Canadas GLBT organizationsIn a follow up to their investigation on the financial health of Canadas LGBT organizations Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest news from across the country.
Music this week:
Crawl by Julia Dales (Canadian)
2024-11-0453 minCanQueerCanadian Queer News update: Episode 385In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent motion defeated at the Niagara Catholic District School Board, the provincial elections and the trans election issue, and ongoing news about the bankruptcy of CCGSD.
Music this week:
Heartracer by Ura Star (Canadian)
Version of Me (feat. Dani Saldo) by Grace Chiang (Canadian)
What I Told U by miufly (Canadian)
2024-10-2759 minCanQueerNational LGBTQ Organization declared bankrupt: Episode 384In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent bankruptcy of CCGSD (Canadian Center for Gender and Sexual Diversity), in addition to the other biggest news of the week. We also discuss a lack of update from CGLCC.
Music this week:
Paradise by Janette King (Canadian)
Finally, I by Sail Cassady (Canadian)
Radios and Buffalos by Liv Wade (Canadian)
2024-10-2159 minCanQueerHate in Waterloo, and King Arthur in a dress: Episode 383In this latest episode of CanQueer, Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news. Including a pride flag set alight in PEI, and Waterloo, ON being listed as having the highest rate of hate crimes, and finally, King Arthur being added to LGBT history.
Music this week:
Younger Then by VANCAMP (Canadian)
Big Boy by Dirty Eddy (Canadian)
Must Be Nice (To Be So Tough) by Bill Ricky (Canadian)
2024-10-1458 minCanQueerEpisode 382: Pushback to EDIIn this weeks program the team interview the Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada about pushback and backsliding in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.
Music this week:
Monster by The Crickettes (Canadian)
Alien Girl by Paige Drobot (Canadian)
Fences by Talinor (Canadian)
2024-10-0758 minCanQueerBeing Gay and DementiaIn this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news, including a recent study that found that sexual and gender minorities are 15% more likely to have brain health concerns.
Music this week:
Furthest Place Remix Feat. R.B. by Kue Varo (Canadian)
Pieces by Laura Kelsey (Canadian)
Taboo by Janette King (Canadian)
2024-09-3058 minCanQueerA Gender Neutral Submarine? Episode 380In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest GLBT news in Canada and around the world.
Music this week:
Diner Coffee by VANCAMP (Canadian)
I Won't Hide by Amanda Rheaume
Old Friend by Melissa Lauren
2024-09-2358 minCanQueerEpisode 379 Taking Pride in QuebecIn this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news and kick off a discussion about Pride in Quebec.
Music this week:
This Old Town by VANCAMP (Canadian)
Manual Expression by Miarlequin
High Trust High Stakes by Rykka
Silver Lady by Julia Dales
Heartbreaker (Radio Edit) by Zochi (Canadian)
2024-09-1657 minCanQueerCalling Lesbians in Nanaimo: Episode 378In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news, discussing Mpox, census data, and more
Music this week:
Everything's Fine by Alanna Matty (Canadian)
Next Life by Jayli Wolf (Canadian)
Imposter by Breagh Isabel (Canadian)
2024-09-0959 minCanQueerEpisode 377: The update on mpox and Capital PrideIn this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent Pride in Canadas capital and gives updates on the biggest lgbt news across the world, including the latest on the MPOX public health warning.
Music this week:
Homebody by Mulligrub (Canadian)
Champion by Bif Naked (Canadian)
Play Fisty for Me by Carole Pope (Canadian)
2024-09-0258 minCanQueerThe Purge war time origins: Episode 376In this weeks show Luke interviews the Host and producer of Queer Legends: The True Story of Canadas LGBT Purge Shawn Dearn, with special guest Sarah Worthman as they discuss the Canadian government purge of queer men in the first world war. Luke also discusses Ottawa Pride.
Music this week:
Vices by Lonely Little Kitsch (Canadian)
Headache BY Alanna Matty (Canadian)
A Laika Of Our Very Own! by Greta & The Goldfish (Canadian)
2024-08-2759 minCanQueerAny Other Way? Episode 375This week Luke and Sebastien discuss the rolling fall out from Capital Prides statement on the conflict in the middle east. Also this week, we discuss the new documentary about Jackie Shane, and discuss the film releases from the NFB (National Film Board) in celebration of Public Service Pride.
Music this week:
Tutti Frutty by Little Richard
Any Other Way by Jackie Shane (Canadian)
Hey Mr Cool Guy by Jackie Shane
2024-08-1959 minCanQueerPride Peace & ProtestsAs Pride season draws down Luke and Sebastien discuss the contrast in how Montreal Pride, and Capital Pride in Ottawa tackle the conflict in the middle east..
Music this week:
Shame Spiral by Jess Waters (Canadian)
The Middle by Blu Beach Band (Canadian)
love song no.1 by Mallory Chipman (Canadian)
2024-08-1256 minCanQueerOlympic Distractions: Episode 373In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the false news coming from the Olympics of two women competing in boxing who have battled far-right allegations of being trans, distracting from their achievements. That and other top queer news of the week. Including, GLAADs expenses being revealed by the New York Times
Music this week:
I Miss My Land by Carole Pope (Canadian)
Clowning Around by Energy Slime (Canadian)
Moregasm by C O R A F L O R A (Canadian)
2024-08-0559 minCanQueerOlympic Pride: Episode 372In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest Pride news across Canada, with coverage of Halifax and across Canada. We also discuss the queer representation in Pride, and several other big news stories of the week.
Music this week:
A Cause Des Garcons by Yelle
Le dauphin et la princesse by LARCHE (Canadian)
Pouvoirs de sorcier by Jessy Lindsay (Canadian)
2024-07-2959 minCanQueerShould The Gays Pay for Pride? Episode 371In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss Pride in Halifax (NS) and Fredericton (NB), and how Pride organizers have to balance corporate sponsors and the Divestment list versus paying for an expensive festival.
Music this week:
The Gas Station Affair by Damase Elis (Canadian)
Crawl by Maddisun (Canadian)
Running by Julie Title
2024-07-2259 minCanQueerPride Protesters Panned: Episode 370In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the pride protesters in Victoria, BC and the impact of Fredericton Pride, NB cancelling events. That and other top LGBT news of the week.
Music this week:
Gumdrops by SIESKI (Canadian)
Talk to Me by Sarah Jayne Riley (Canadian)
Volver a Amar by Jandrou
2024-07-1459 minCanQueerWhat Does The Pride Flag Sound Like? Episode 369This week Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest GLBTQ news, including cancelled events in St Johns NL and the sound of the Pride Flag.
Music this week:
Stay With Me by Liv Wade (Canadian)
nauseous from existential dread [clean] by Caylie G (Canadian)
My Only Rule by Camellia Grove (Canadian)
2024-07-0859 minCanQueerThe Pride Roundup! Episode 368In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the big PRIDE news as Toronto, London, and New York celebrate Pride.
Music this week:
Perfection by Once A Tree (Canadian)
CBAYAOM by fxrrvst (Canadian)
You Make My Choo Choo Train Go Whooo Whoooo by Cedar Roots (Canadian)
2024-07-0159 minCanQueerEpisode 366: The Sudbury Roller-coasterIn this week's show Luke and Sebastien discuss the biggest news of the week. Taking the fore this week is a u-turn by the Pride committee at Fierte Sudbury Pride, to now cancel their pride parade.
Music this week:
Cardboard House by Julia Cunningham (Canadian)
COOL by Vikki Minor (Canadian)
Die in Your Dreams by Laura Kelsey (Canadian)
2024-06-1757 minCanQueerFight over Food at Manitoba Pride: Episode 365In this week's program Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest news including the withdrawal by 3 food trucks for Pembina MB, Pride. With a round-up of the latest LGBT news including the pride flag raising at Parliament. CPAC recording here:
Music this week:
What we wanna be by the Indigo Girls
Midnight Ride by Orville Peck, Kylie Minogue and Diplo
New Kind of Outlaw by D'orjay The Singing Shaman (Canadian)
2024-06-1058 minCanQueerGlad Tidings for Toronto Bookstore! Episode 364Luke and Sebastien cover the latest news of the week, ranging across a series of Pride events across Canada, to Glad Day Bookstore's drastic action for community support.
Music this week:
Highschool Confidential by Rough Trade (Canadian)
Smalltown Boy by Bronskie Beat
You make me feel (Mighty Real) (Husko Remix) by Adam Lambert
2024-06-0359 minCanQueerAlberta Prides Ban UCP: Episode 364Luke and Sebastien recovered from illness, discuss the biggest LGBT news in Canada. Starting with the united effort by Pride organizations in Alberta to ban the United Conservative Party from participating in their Pride Parades
Music This Week:
BAD by Mint Simon (Canadian)
Sorry For Myself by Tom Boy (Canadian)
Can I (Clean) by Zochi (Canadian)
Don't Dream at Night by Cosmic Club (Canadian)
2024-05-2658 minCanQueerThe Eurovision Episode! Episode 362In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the Eurovision Song Contest and some of the other top news of the week.
Music this week:
Lithuania | Silvester Belt - Luktelk
Estonia | 5MIINUST x Puuluup - (nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi
Spain | Nebulossa - ZORRA
Ireland | Bambie Thug - Doomsday Blue
Finland | Windows95man - No Rules!
Croatia | Baby Lasagna - Rim Tim Tagi Dim
Switzerland | Nemo - The Code
2024-05-1359 minCanQueerQueering Food! Episode 361What is Queer Food? Inspired by the recent Queer Food Conference Luke and Sebastien dive into the queer history of different foods. They also discuss the hate vandalism at the University of Windsor, and other big news stories of the week.
Music this week:
Lobotomize Me by Cosmic Club (Canadian)
North American Martyrs by Funeral Lakes (Canadian)
Dark Water by Talinor (Canadian)
2024-05-0557 minCanQueerEpisode 360: The Cass for good scienceIn this weeks program Luke and Sebstien discuss some of the latest research impacting the LGBT community as well as the Federal Budget and the UKs Cass Review on Trans Healthcare.
Music this week:
Into the Great Unknown by Cedar Roots (Canadian)
You'll Never Know by Neela (Canadian)
More Than This by Mallory Chipman (Canadian)
2024-05-0500 minCanQueerGay Science! Episode 359In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien interview Rob Anderson the author of the satirical new textbook Gay Science. Luke and Sebastien also discuss the other top news of the day.
Please note, we had to re-record a portion of the show, and Luke was only available by phone, as a result some of the audio from the host is a lower quality than usual.
Music this week:
shade of hue by henryqin (Canadian)
Beauty Is Revenge by Tranie Tronic (Canadian)
Love Me by CEC (Canad...
2024-04-2458 minCanQueerWas Gay Pop Just Invented? Episode 358In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien respond to Jojo Siwa's comment about being the inventor of gay pop with an exploration of gay pop. They also dive into the news of a AI Boyfriend from Grindr and other top news of the week.
Music this week:
Culture Club - Karma Chameleon
Pet Shop Boys - Go West
Tegan and Sara - Closer (Canadian)
MIKA - Lollipop
Olly Alexander - Dizzy
Mad Tsai - stacy's brother
2024-04-1559 minCanQueerHistoric UN Decleration on Intersex People: Episode 357In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the biggest news of the week. This includes a historic motion from the UN Human Rights Council on Intersex people. They also discuss a recent academic study on pronouns on resumes, risk compensation on PREP and much more.
Music this week:
Drake Jensen - Talk Me Down (Canadian)
Orville Peck & Willie Nelson - Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond Of Each Other
K.D Lang - Big Boned Gal (Canadian)
2024-04-0859 minCanQueerThe M Pox Comeback: Episode 356In this episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the resurgence of Mpox in Canada and the impact that Grindr which celebrates its 15th anniversary has had on gay culture.
Music this week:
Run Wild by Becky Prokova (Canadian)
Fireworks by Mya Luv (Canadian)
With Me by Julia Dales (Canadian)
So Many Asking by Jake Nicoll (Canadian)
Dare To Hope by Mortimer, Be Quiet. (Canadian)
2024-04-0159 minCanQueerSafe sexuality with Celebrity: Episode 355In this weeks program in response to an extensive investigation by Rolling Stone into the drag queen Shangela, Luke and Sebastien being safe and the influence of queer celebrity. They also discuss the top GLBT news of the week.
Music this week:
Just Don't Care by Kue Varo (Canadian)
Nicotine Hallelujah by Päter (Canadian)
Europapa by Joost Klein
2024-03-2459 minCanQueerBeyond The Stats: Raising Hate Crimes and Queer Resilience Episode 354This weeks show delves into the alarming increase of hate crimes in Canada, with a focus on the LGBTQ+ community. This show features interviews with Warren Silver from Stats Canada, who shares staggering statistics and the nuances behind them, and Hazel Woodruff from the Canadian Anti-Hate Network, who discusses grassroots defense strategies and the power of community resilience. Through their expert analysis and heartfelt stories, we explore the impact of these crimes and the collective efforts to combat hate, offering listeners a blend of data-driven understanding and inspiring stories of resistance and solidarity.
2024-03-1759 minCanQueerPride’s Painful Payback: Episode 353In this weeks episode we cover the recent record breaking payback by Toronto Pride of over $500,000 to the Canadian Government after their federal grant controversy. To walk us through it is Assistant Professor Tom Hooper. Also this week the big news from Canada, Greece and Ghana.
Music this week:
Perfection by Once A Tree (Canadian)
Everything's Good (Right Now) by Don River (Canadian)
This Moment by Cedar Roots (Canadian)
2024-03-1059 minCanQueerThe Struggle for Queer Spaces: Episode 351In this weeks episode we are joined by Kevin of Stroked Ego in Ottawa, as we discuss the struggle of running a business in the gay village. We are also joined by Mariah Darling the Education Coordinator at Chroma as they prepare to present at a national conference on creating temporary queer spaces.
Music this week:
Hunting Buffalo by Norine Braun (Canadian)
Follow the Call by KWIAT (Canadian)
Loneliness (Radio Edit) by The Pet Shop Boys
2024-03-0359 minCanQueerThe Future of at home HIV Testing in Canada: Episode 352This episode of CanQueer dives into the critical shifts in HIV testing and funding in Canada, featuring insights from CATIE and the Canadian AIDS Society. We explore the impact of federal funding ending for HIV self-testing kits and the broader implications for health access. Additionally, we discuss the queer community's resilience in small towns, focusing on the debate around public expressions of queerness and local responses.
Music this week:
Overcome by Chilko in the Rosemary (Canadian)
Teeth by Ruby Doom (Canadian)
Courage by Mitchell Makoons (Canadian)
2024-02-2659 minCanQueerRussian Crackdown: Episode 350In this weeks show we discuss the latest news, including the crackdown in Russian on glbt representations.
Music this week:
Fever Dreams by Julia Dales (Canadian)
Ladybird, What's Wrong? by Avi C. Engel (Canadian)
Flowers by Amanda Rheaume (Canadian)
2024-02-1958 minCanQueerThe Valentines Date ideas? Episode 349In this episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the idea of gay dates for Valentines day, before moving onto discussing big Canadian gay news. This includes the new Executive Director at Pride PEI, a referendum on a flag in Alberta and more.
Music this week:
The High by Backyard Betties (Canadian)
Took The Dog For A Long Walk by Mortimer, Be Quiet. (Canadian)
Quest Before by Norine Braun (Canadian)
2024-02-1249 minCanQueerBisexual Leadership! Episode 348In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien interview an academic looking into Bisexual leaders in businesses. They also discuss the news from Toronto of Toronto Pride paying back money to the government and the proposed regulations out of Alberta for trans teens.
Music this week:
Wasn't Easy by Becky Prokova (Canadian)
Someone's Knocking by me:she (Canadian)
Bebop by A.Trozzo (Canadian)
2024-02-0558 minCanQueerMadonna Late Lawsuit: Episode 347In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the lawsuit against Madonna for starting her show late, the guilty plea by the Club Q killer, and a special interview with Reverend Cheri Di Novo about queer folks of faith.
Music this week:
Weathervane by Clara Cloud (Canadian)
Living in Love by Jess Rae (Canadian)
Too Much by Waveform Mountain (Canadian)
2024-01-2259 minCanQueerBring Back the Barry Manilow Bathhouse? Episode 346In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien dive into queer electro-clash, and discuss the top news of the week. Including Vancouver and Edmonton's bid for the gay games, a controversy at Northern Peace Pride, and Barry Manalow at a Bathhouse.
Music:
Skin & Leather by The Hidden Cameras (Canadian)
KEROSENE by Crystal Castles (Canadian)
Boys Wanna Be Her by Peaches (Canadian)
Sisters in the Struggle by Lesbians on Ecstasy (Canadian)
2024-01-1558 minCanQueerCanada’s Conversion Therapy Crime: Episode 345In this episode we feature a discussion with Jordan Sullivan, the SOGIECE/CP Prevention & Survivor Support Coordinator at CBRC. We discuss where Canada stands two years after criminalizing conversion therapy. We also discuss the Ontario Superior Court case on the term Groomer, and other top news of the week.
Music this week:
she by magenta (Canadian)
January [Clean] by Noah Malcolm (Canadian)
Black Starr Planet by BiG SiSSY (Canadian)
2024-01-0859 minCanQueerThe Big Gay Quiz of 2023In this annual tradition Luke quizzes Sebastien and guests Jess, Heather and Alex on the biggest gay news of the past year.
Music:
Padum Padum by Kylie Minogue
Jericho by Ineko
Salt and Vinegar by Lights (Canadian)
2023-12-2859 minCanQueerQuebec announces Millions for GLBT Community: Episode 343In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent announcement by the province of Quebec to pour millions into supporting the queer community in Quebec, they also discuss the surprising findings in the Year in Review from Por*Hub.
Music this week:
Beyond The Stars by the The Shoegaze Project (Canadian)
I Saw Me by Victrix (Canadian)
Spring by miufly (Canadian)
2023-12-1859 minCanQueerPirates, My Little Pony and Queer Entrepreneurs: Episode 342In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest news such as 18+ Rating for My Little Pony in Russia, flag hate crimes in Iowa and Luke conducts an interview with the CEO of CGLCC, Canada's 2SLGBTQ Chamber of Commerce about supplier diversity and entrepreneurship.
Music This week:
OKAY by Tae Fannie (Canadian)
Cruise Control by IAMREBELWILL (Canadian)
Toxic by Mali Leona (Canadian)
2023-12-1158 minCanQueerWorld Aids Day: Episode 341In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest news, and are joined by CATIE's Science and Medicine Editor, Sean Hosein to discuss the latest picture of HIV prevention and care in Canada
2023-12-0759 minCanQueerNot Withstanding Trans People. Episode 340In this episode of CanQueer Luke interviews Francesco MacAllister-Caruso author of History isn’t repeating itself on LGBTQ rights. That is concerning. They discuss the current political state of trans rights in Canada. Luke and Sebastien also discuss gay bars and the Roman Empire.
Music this week:
Jane Birkin - Mika
C etait Salement Romantique by Coeur De Pirate (Canadian)
Feel Like Home by Roxanne Bruneau (Canadian)
2023-11-2759 minCanQueerOh Dear, Red Deer Discipline: Episode 339In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the decision in Red Deer Alberta to dicipline and remove a trustee from the Catholic District School Board for a inappropriate meme post and other top stories of the week.
Music This week:
Gemini by Megan Irvine (Canadian)
At One Percent by Tiny Horse (Canadian)
One That I've Been Looking For by Nick Earle & The Reckless Hearts (Canadian)
2023-11-2059 minCanQueerEpisode 338 The Myriam MargolesIn this weeks show Luke and Sebastien bring you some of the biggest stories from the gay world this week.
Music this week:
Yeah, You (ft. gymmik) by TRNWRCK (Canadian)
Golden Days by Jess Rae (Canadian)
In The Matters by SIESKI (Canadian)
2023-11-2058 minCanQueerThe Gay GamesLuke and Sebastien discuss the Gay Games and other top news of the week.
Music this week:
Stokholm by Les Petits Nouveaux's Band (Canadian)
Whos that Man by FUAT TUAC (Canadian)
Firefly by Annabelle Chvostek (Canadian)
2023-11-0958 minCanQueerSaskatchewan’s not withstanding Trans Rights: Episode 335In this episode Luke and Sebastien catch up on the biggest news of the week, including the use by the Saskatchewan government of the Not Withstanding Clause to create legislation against the rights of trans youth.
Music this week:
The Archer by Clara Cloud (Canadian)
Genuflecting Ghost by Sufjan Stevens
Annie's Daughter by The Pairs (Canadian)
2023-10-2359 minCanQueerHalifax Pride Update and TD is more than Kind* Episode 334In this weeks episode we update the latest news from across the country including an update from Halifax, and TD making a game changing donation to Kind in Ottawa.
Music this week:
Dumb Enough - Aurora Bella (Canadian)
Surgical (Bilingual) by Loryann (Canadian)
Everything by A La Mode (Canadian)
2023-10-1658 minCanQueerEpisode 330 Parental Rights in CanadaThis week we are joined by Dr Chritopher Wells to discuss Parental rights in Canada
Music this week:
Marigold by Begonia (Canadian)
Keep The Fire Burning by Goldschatz (Canadian)
Quicksand by Cedar Roots (Canadian)
2023-09-2558 minCanQueerGov of Canada issues warning for USA travel: Episode 328In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest government of Canada advice for GLBT Canadians visiting the USA. In addition to other top news from the week.
Music this week:
Spinning Wheel by Geordie Gordon (Canadian)
Happy To Be Here by SIESKI (Canadian)
2023-09-0858 minCanQueerFlirting! Pro tips from Benjamin the Gay Flirt Coach: Episode 327In this episode we are joined by special guest Benjamin the Gay Flirt Coach ( https://www.instagram.com/benjamincamras/) . We discuss where flirting and queer romance is at in a post pandemic world and some pro tips! Then Luke and Sebastien discuss changes across Canada in educational policy impacting students.
Music this week:
You Up? Featuring Mae Martin by The Darcys (Canadian)
forever is not a poem by Yung Dead One (Canadian)
2023-08-3159 minCanQueerBig Book Bans: Episode 326In this week's episode Luke and Sebestian explore the bookbans in the United States and more.
Music this week
Your Head is a House That You Live In by Grimm (Canadian)
How it Feels (Revisited) by Glutenhead (Canadian)
Paradise by Our Glass Zoo (Canadian)
2023-08-2358 min2023-08-2259 minCanQueerEpisode 324 Ridiculous OutrageIn this latest episode from Luke and Sebastien the discuss the latest LGBT news, and faux outrage against the LGBT community, as well as updates on LGBT stories across Canada.
Music this week:
Indigo Girls - Galileo
Nancy Laberge - Just Leave (Canadian)
Amanda Rheaume - 100 Years
2023-08-1059 minCanQueerThe latest GLBT News in CanadaJoin Luke and Sebastien as they discuss the latest LGBT News
Music This Week;
She They by TYA (Canadian)
Over Before it Began by Celeigh Cardinal (Canadian)
Bedhead by Somebody's Curses (Canadian)
2023-08-0458 minCanQueerStealth Bi Guys? Episode 322In the latest week of CanQueer Luke and Sebastien discuss a recent Australian study that found that people are unable to identify bisexual men by their voice, unlike their straight or gay compatriots. Also other top news of the week.
Music this week:
Iglú by OKAN (Canadian)
How Do You Do (Calling You) by Dynesti (Canadian)
7 Years Of Blood [clean] by Nameless Friends (Canadian)
2023-07-2558 minCanQueerIs the Troye Sivan video fat phobic? Episode 321In this week's round up of LGBT news Luke and Sebastien kick off by discussing the debate around how gay bodies are represented in the new Rush music video by Troye Sivan, compared to the recent video by Sam Smith. Following that a discussion on small town Canadian prides, Hamilton Police and more.
Music This Week
Twenty Two Again by Grace Marr (Canadian)
Safe by Cupids Heart (Canadian)
Sleepy Northern Town by Vanstones (Canadian)
2023-07-1859 minCanQueerThe Latest LGBT News in CanadaIn this week's show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest headlines
Canadian LGBT Musicians this week:
Bold by Myrriah Xochitl (Canadian)
Blood Orange by Jayli Wolf (Canadian)
You Won't Be Punished For The Lie by Stewart Legere (Canadian)
2023-07-1459 minCanQueerJackie Shane memorial Plaque, and Private Flowers Installation Episode 318This week Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent Pride Events in Toronto, a new plaque for Jackie Shane, and a art installation at Fort York inspired by Private Flowers
Music this week:
Padum Padum by Kylie Minogue
Sticks and Stones by Jackie Shane
I GOT U By Sendhelp (Canadian)
2023-06-2859 minCanQueerPride short Film Festival Episode 317In this week's episode we discuss the Short Film Festival by Image+Nation as well as a recent incident in Kelowna and other big gay news of the week.
Music this week:
In this week's episode we discuss the Short Film Festival by Image+Nation as well as a recent incident in Kelowna and other big gay news of the week.
Music this week:
The Dirt by Glutenhead (Canadian)
Turnin’ It Up by G.R Gritt (Canadian)
Wasted My Twenties by Brooklyn Doran (Canadian
2023-06-2059 minCanQueerEmergency federal funding for Pride security and safety: Episode 316Luke and Sebastien dive into the raft of news stories of escelate violence and hate in Canada against LGBT communities. They also discuss the recent emergency federal funding to help provide increased security to Pride festivals across the country.
Music this week:
Dance With You by The Happy Failure (Canadian)
Blue Skies by Larysa Musick (Canadian)
Another Level (HeavyPetz Remix) by Hyaenas (Canadian)
2023-06-1358 minCanQueerBaseball, Boycotts, and more! The lastest in LGBT news Episode 315In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the fall-out from Anthony Base of the Toronto Blue Jay's sharing an allegedly homophobic video on Instagram, as well as a round-up of GLBT news from across Canada and the world.
Music this week:
Someone to Forget by Lights (Canadian)
Electric [Clean] by Sinzere (Canadian)
Josephene by TYA (Canadian)
2023-06-0559 minCanQueerThe Eurovision Recap Episode 314In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the cultural and musical impact from Eurovision this year as well as some of the other top news stories of the week.
Songs this week:
EAEA by Blanca Paloma
You Spin Me Round (Like a Record) by Netta
Who The Hell Is Edgar? by Teya & Salena
Cha Cha Cha by Käärijä
Tattoo by Loreen
Home by Vanstones (Canadian)
2023-05-2359 minCanQueerFragmented Body Episode 313In this week's episode in between covering the biggest GLBT news stories of the week, Luke discusses queer body confidence reflected in photographic art with the curator and artists in Fragmented Body Exhibit at the Glad Day Bookstore.
Music this week:
Watergun by Remo Forrer
Laughing by Don River (Canadian)
Safe by Cupid's Heart (Canadian)
Baby, You're Projecting by Vivek Shraya (Canadian)
Wasted My Twenties by Brooklyn Doran (Canadian)
2023-05-1758 minCanQueerThe Spring Fundraising Show for CanQueerHello and welcome back Sebastien! Just in time for the fundraising show.
Help support our show on CIUT-FM our home station by donating here.
Music this week:
Sam Sparro - Cut me Loose
Kaytranada - Bullets (Canadian)
Frank Ocean - Pink + White
2023-05-1157 minCanQueerA Happy Man! Interview with HotDocs documentarian and queer news update: Episode311This week's episode focuses on the premiere of A Happy Man
Also featured this week news updates including backlash to pride flag raising at York Regional Catholic School Board, and a critical review of London Metropolitan Police's investigation into recent gay serial killer.
Music this week:
(feat. La Bronze) by Wake Island (Canadian)
Nothing Lasts Forever by me:she (Canadian)
Holding On by Jayli Wolf (Canadian)
2023-05-0158 minCanQueerA Musical Episode exploring Queer RageWith Sebastien away and the world awash in negative LGBT news, Luke explores queer rage in musical expression.
Music this week:
Jericho - Iniko
Child of the Government - Jayli Wolf (Canadian)
On Every Corner - Ani DiFranco
Glad to Be Gay - Tom Robinson Band
Rebel Rebel - David Bowie
Sexual Intelligence - The Parachute Club (Canadian)
Don't Rain On My Parade - Barbra Streisand
Do Whatever The Heck You Want - Rae Spoon (Canadian)
Queen of the Rode...
2023-04-2759 minCanQueerCanadian Complaints Against Fox News: Episode 309In this week's show Luke interviews Helen Kennedy the Executive Director of EGALE Canada about a letter submitted to the CRTC in complaint of a recent Tucker Carlson segment on trans rights in Canada.
Music this week
Fiest - Of Womankind
Rufus Wainwright - Heading for Home (Feat. John Legend)
Lights - Prodigal Daughter - dEd Version
2023-04-2059 minCanQueer2SLGBTQI+ Community Safety Zones Debate: Episode 308In this week's Episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the proposed 2SLGBTQI+ Community Safety Zones in Ontario.
Music This week:
When You're Gone ft. M.I.BLUE by SUN SUN
You'll Never Know by Neela (Canadian)
Watergun by Remo Forrer
2023-04-1157 minCanQueerEpisode 307 Update on Uganda and a Skuffle in VancouverThis week we provide an update on the Government of Canada's response to the Ugandan anti-homosexuality law as well as a round-up of the latest LGBT news in Canada
Music this week:
Joan of Arc by Larysa Musick (Canadian)
Easier to Leave by The Pairs (Canadian)
Don't Tell Me How I Feel by Sherri Harding (Canadian)
2023-04-0459 minCanQueerThe worst Anti-Gay Law in the world? Episode 306Luke and Sebastien discuss the Anti Homosexuality Act in Uganda, as well as an update on Grindr among other stories.
Music this week:
Evidamont - La Zarra
Nothing Lasts Forever - me she
It's Not Up to Me (Unplugged) - Hyaenas
2023-03-2859 minCanQueerNew Educational Tools from The Arquives: Episode 305In this week's episode we interview the Arquives about a new educational tool that he created.
Music this week:
Say (featuring Terra Spencer) by Don Brownrigg (Canadian)
Burden Complex by Tinge (Canadian)
All Your Favorite Bands (feat. Sarah Melanie White) by Allison Crowe (Canadian)
2023-03-1559 minCanQueerWhat are the Gay Jobs?In this week's show Luke and Sebastien discuss the Gay Jobs, and the contreversy surrounding Hershey Canada's use of Fae Johnston in their Her She campaign.
Music:
Coal Mine by iskwē and Tom Wilson (Canadian)
Just Leave by Nancy Laberge (Canadian)
The Wood Song by The Indigo Girls
2023-03-0758 minCanQueerHanlan’s Point a clothing optional beach, or a new civic park? Episode 303In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent action by the City of Toronto to make use of Hanlan's point, a nudist beach which is the preserve of gay men. Also, the impact of homelessness on the Montreal Village, and the raging debate on kids attending drag shows.
In Spite of the Night by Sammy Volkov (Canadian)
Take the long way home by Monks On Call (Canadian)
Everygirl by Altered By Mom (Canadian)
2023-02-2857 minCanQueerIs there really a cultural schism of queer rights? Episode 302In this week's episode Luke is joined by long-time fan of the show Alex to discuss the biggest stories of the week. Topics include the cultural divide over lgbt rights.
Music this week:
Jule York - Mr Porcelain
The Pairs - Superhuman (Canadian)
Nonarchy - Small Towns (Canadian)
2023-02-2459 minCanQueerGay Shark and Hogwarts? Episode 301In this week's show our human hosts are back on the mic. They discuss the lawsuit against the federal goverment for prohibitions on gay men donating sperm. They also cover Sydney's gay shark, and the moral question facing the queer community on whether or not to buy Hogwarts Legacy
Music :
Savage Garden: Affirmation
(Canadian) Lights: Sparky
(Canadian) Ria Mae: The Old Me
2023-02-1358 minCanQueerAn interview with Chat GPT: Is AI homophobic? Episode 300In this special episode Luke and Sebastien are replaced with AI! We interviewed Chat GPT about all things queer and AI. The voices you hear are generated by Eleven Labs, and feature AI synthesised voices.
Music this week:
Rufus Wainright - Going To A Town
Tegan and Sara - Back in your Head
Roxane Bruneau - Partout
The Radient - Clear
Jayli Wolf - Lead Me (Radio Edit)
2023-02-0757 minCanQueerCatholic School, Ukrainian Refugees and more: Episode 299In this week's round-up of LGBT news Luke and Sebastien discuss the changes to Canadian catholic education, Ukranian refugees, and more.
2023-01-3158 minCanQueerGender Certificate Constitutional Crisis: Episode 298This week's episode has Luke and Sebastien discussing the constitutional crisis caused by the British government's move to block Scotish gender recognition certificates
Music This week:
throwaway year knitting
Homemaker by Fontaine
Stay Golden by ENVRI
2023-01-2356 minCanQueerBritain’s Gaybourhoods: Census data reveals interesting insight: Episode 297In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the British census data and what it reveals about the prevelance of queer folks, and trans people. In addition to where queer folks live in the UK.
2023-01-1758 minCanQueerThe Big Gay Quiz of the Year! Episode 296In this special episode we quiz some of our fans on the biggest queer news stories of the past year.
Music:
Blue Star - By Sammy Volkov (Canadian)
You Gotta Be - Des'ree
Coming Down - Jackie Shane (Canadian)
September - Earth, Wind and Fire
Yma O Hyd - Dafyff Iwan
Give that wolf a banana - Subwoolfer
2023-01-1658 minCanQueerHomophobia cancels the trip to Bali and other queer news: Episode 294In this week's show the CanQueer team look into the latest news, including the changes to Dictionary.com's definition of man and woman, as well as the introduction of homophobic laws in Indonesia.
Music this week:
Homemaker by FONTINE
Your Glow by Melohalo
Behind The Christmas Lights by Madison Violet
2022-12-2158 minCanQueerCalgary Police make a profound Apology: Episode 293The big news from Calgary that they apologized for for a 2000's era raid on a gay bar and bath house.
2022-12-1658 min2022-12-1657 minCanQueerThe latest update in Queer News: Episode 291In the latest episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest LGBT news
2022-12-0559 minCanQueerResponding to Club Q shooting: Episode 290In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien spend most of their time discussing the shooting at Club Q. Also, the Best little boy in the world syndrome, and biggest LGBT stories of the day.
2022-11-2458 minCanQueerThe latest from CanQueer: Episode 289Episode 289
In this episode we discuss some of the latest news such as allegations of gender discrimination at Ottawa Fire Department and Boy George on reality TV. This was the fundraising episode for CIUT-FM, all of the fundraising drops were removed, and extra music added to bring it to the correct length.
Music this week
Annabelle Chvostek - The Fool
Jayli Wolf - Child of the Goverment
Mint Simon - Real Love
ENIVRI - Ego
me:she - Settle
Hyaenas - It...
2022-11-2058 min2022-11-1557 minCanQueerHiring the Queers: Episode 287In this extended interview with the Colin Druhan Executive Director of Pride at Work about challanges that queer folks face in getting employed, and why it makes good business sense for business owners to welcome diverse people to their companies.
2022-11-0158 minCanQueerToronto’s Top Cop and the Pussy Palace Raids: Episode 285In this week's program we explore the backlash to the appointment of the designated police chief in Toronto. An officer who had been a part of the Pussy Palace raid in Toronto in 2000. Plus, other top news of the week.
2022-10-1858 min