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Queer Vibes OnlyEp.20 - Pets, Grief, and ExistentialismOn this episode of the Queer Vibes Only podcast, Farhad and Navin discuss grief and how they have coped with it in the recent past. Navin talks about his cat Yvie's passing and Farhad opens up about losing his father. What comes after sadness? Are the stages of grief necessary to go through? What comes after that?Tune in to find out. Follow Navin on @houseofnoronhaFollow Farhad on @theqr8rWhat things would you like us to discuss next? DM us to let us...
2025-10-0249 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp. 19 - Horror, Reality TV, and Party GamesOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad talk about how 2025 has been the year for great horror flicks and how queer folx have been co-opting the genre for decades. Farhad is highly invested in Bigg Boss these days and has a great party game to recommend, while Navin is reading a book that might just be the funniest queer book ever.Follow Navin on @houseofnoronhaFollow Farhad on @theqr8rWhat things would you like us to discuss next? DM us to let us...
2025-09-0646 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp. 18 - Cats, War, & The Comedy SceneOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad give an update on their pets and their mental state, given that world-ending events are at our doorsteps. They also talk about comedians that they are nostalgic about and the current drama unfolding in the Indian comedy scene. What does it mean to sell your soul for the art? How to even talk to your therapist anymore? Why is everyone so nasty all the time? Tune in to find out. Follow Navin on @houseofnoronhaFollow Farhad on @theqr8r
2025-08-0638 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp. 17 - Labubus & 90s NostalgiaOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad discuss the rampant proliferation of Labubus (both real and fake) in our lives. Along the way, they go back in time to the era of collectibles and toys from their youth. What stage of capitalism have we entered? Why is buying a nice TV for Indian parents an exercise in patience? What's their verdict on the Indian version of The Traitors? Tune in to find out. Follow Navin on @houseofnoronhaFollow Farhad on @theqr8rWhat things would you like...
2025-07-1444 minQueer Vibes OnlyEp. 16 - Ugh! it's Pride Again.On this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad mull on the things that have made this June the saddest Pride month for them. It's not all always rainbows and sunshine after all. How was Navin's latest tour? Why is Farhad feeling underwhelmed? Is family more important than your individuality? Tune in to find out!Follow Navin on @houseofnoronhaFollow Farhad on @theqr8rWhat things would you like us to discuss next? DM us to let us know.And if you liked this episode, pls do share and subscribe...
2025-06-1437 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp. 15 - Pride CampaignsOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad talk about how with June around the corner, Pride month campaign discussions have already begun, and with these campaigns come absolute tone-deafness from brands and alleged allies. What's Navin doing in Sydney? Is Farhad's landlord aware of non-binary folx? Will we get a Conclave style documentary for the new Pope? Tune in to find out.Follow Navin on @houseofnoronhaFollow Farhad on @theqr8rWhat things would you like us to discuss next? DM us to let...
2025-04-3036 minQueer Vibes OnlyEp. 14 - White Lotus, Pop Culture Dump, & SunscreenOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad discuss the third season of The White Lotus and what worked for them this season. They catch each other up on what they have been consuming, and how they fine-tune recommendations from friends and social media. Who is Sam Nivola related to? What is a Walton Goggins? Is Vaseline changing the sunscreen game? Tune in to find out. Follow Navin on @houseofnoronhaFollow Farhad on @theqr8rWhat things would you like us to discuss next? DM us to...
2025-04-1043 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp. 13 - Oscars, Film Festivals and Movie PROn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad do a debrief of the films that won at the Oscars, and the film festivals season. Along the way, they share experiences about what's it like to witness marketing for movies in real time, and how it drives people to theatres now. Is film criticism passe? Was Demi snubbed? Is All We Imagine As Light really all that? Tune in to find out.Follow Navin on @houseofnoronhaFollow Farhad on @theqr8rWhat things would you like us to...
2025-03-0837 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp. 12 - India's Got BlatantOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad discuss the many pressing questions plaguing India right now, and the many distractions being employed to keep us busy on social media. What happens to free speech now? Will they come for us all one by one? Listen in to find out.Follow Navin on @houseofnoronhaFollow Farhad on @theqr8rWhat things would you like us to discuss next? DM us to let us know.And if you liked this episode, pls do share and subscribe, and most importantly...
2025-02-1438 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp. 11 - Grindr Audacities and ThreesomesOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad jump right into it, and divulge some interesting threesome stories and the debriefing sessions after. They also discuss how Grindr fares these days as compared to other apps when it comes to sharing intimate details. Do threesomes help queer couples come closer? What is a cuck chair? Is the Kapoor family still keeping it tight? We find out on our first episode of 2025!
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2025-02-0139 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp. 10 - 2024: Peaks and ValleysOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Farhad and Navin look back at the year that was 2024 and the joys and sorrows it brought with it. Does talking about your feelings help in the digital age? Is everything on social media a veneer? What's up with Farah Khan's cooking show? This and more in this year-end episode.
Also, we made it to 10 episodes! F*ck yeah!
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2024-12-2748 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp. 9 - Who Took My Substance?On this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad talk all thing horror - starting with the re-election of Donald Trump, and going on to fawn over The Substance. They also recommend a whole bunch of horror film titles and TV shows that will rock your world.
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2024-11-2559 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp 8 - Hypochondria, AI, and Javed AkhtarOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Farhad and Navin discuss how ageing is finally taking a toll on their bodies, and what's the best way to eat outside without having tummy issues. They also discuss the effects of AI generative art on social media on gullible people, and the legacy of daddy Javed Akhtar.
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2024-10-2834 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp 7 - Mo' Money, Mo' ParanoiaOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad tackle the concept of overthinking - and especially as queer folx, how sometimes even when life turns in our favor, it may still lead to constant worrying, and if that is even worth the headache? Do we constantly have to prove ourselves to our parents and siblings, or should we be comfortable in our version of having "made it" in life?
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2024-10-0535 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp 6 - Travelling Woes and Mumbai's SpiritOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad discuss the many joys of travelling (solo as well as a queer couples), and especially getting away from Mumbai, a city that is bursting at its seams right now. Is there any merit in the "spirit" of Mumbai? Or is it a never-ending pipe dream? Along the way they also discuss public displays of affection and drug use.
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2024-09-1653 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp 5 - D*ck Cheese, Chums, and VwashOn this episode of QVO, Farhad and Navin dive into the world of genital care and hygiene, and how essential it is to a good sexual interaction.
Does Vwash work for men too? Is precum that bad? How to recover from awkward encounters during hookups? Tune in to find out.
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2024-08-3032 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp 4 - FreeballingOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, we connect with Navin and Farhad after a three weeks break, and we learn on the podcast as to why.
Is Farhad successful in disconnecting from city life? Is Navin ready to take a break from comedy touring? Tune in to find out.
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2024-08-1935 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp 3 - The Queer SceneOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad talk about the queer scene in India - from parties and arts-based events to queer heritage walks. Along the way they share their thoughts on PDA, and how as older jaded queers, their feelings are evolving about the party scene. Farhad talks about an orgy festival in India, and Navin recounts some European dark room experiences. Tune in to find out more!
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2024-07-2358 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp 2 - Life Thus FarOn this episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad talk about things they should have in the first episode but they got caught up in their feelings as usual and the angst had to make way for the calm. Farhad plans to move to Goa. Is that daunting? Navin is settling into 6 years of his longest relationship to date. Is it fun anymore? Tune in and find out.
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2024-07-1541 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEp 1 - Pride ExhaustionOn the first official episode of Queer Vibes Only, Navin and Farhad talk about the Pride month of June 2024 that just went by, and how they feel at the end of it. Is Pride Exhaustion real? Does it get easy dealing with corporations targeting the community only during June? Or does it just became a cycle of sh*t like everything else?
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2024-07-0655 min
Queer Vibes OnlyEpisode 0 - Queer Vibes OnlyFarhad and Navin reunite once again to talk all things queer, personal, and pop culture. #queervibesonly
2024-06-2821 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E19: Breaking Up Is Hard To DoOn the last episode of this season, Navin and Farhad talk about breakups. Why do relationships often end on a nasty note? Is there a better way of calling it off? Can there be an ideal breakup? Tune in to the season finale where our hosts share their experiences of dealing with a breakup and becoming a better person as they overcome it. You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle- @theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle- @houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and ot...
2019-11-0743 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E18: Asexuality - Not A MythOn this episode, Navin and Farhad are joined by their show Producer at IVM Podcasts, Madhuri Adwani to understand asexuality. They bust various myths around asexuality while also discussing the ACE spectrum. Is sex the base of every relationship? How are asexual people perceived? Why is it still treated as invisible on the LGBTQIA spectrum? Tune in to find out what it means to be an ACE and how not to stereotype when someone comes out as one. Find out more about asexuality on AVEN- The Asexual Visibility and Education Network: https://www.asexuality.org/
2019-10-1750 min
Keeping It Queer(Rebroadcast) S02 E20: Devdutt PattanaikWe are rebroadcasting Episode.20 from the second season of Keeping It Queer to understand our myths better. On this episode of Keeping it Queer, author Devdutt Pattanaik joins Navin to have an in-depth discussion about: How he was first introduced to Indian mythology. How people don't read enough history before interpreting religion. How India's greatest monk wrote the best book on erotica. How he was exposed to all kinds of cultures as a child in the Pre-Hindutva era. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin take an in-depth at the new film 'Love, Simon' and the...
2019-10-1053 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E17: Adolescence and CrushesOn this episode, Farhad and Navin are joined by Anish Gawande to discuss their celebrity crushes and fantasies around it. They share the experience of watching equivalent-to-porn videos they would jerk off to, falling in love with Shahid Kapoor phase, straight conventional guys playing queer roles and more. Tune in to this episode as you get to revisit your crushes as adolescents and how it taught you to embrace queer aspect of your personality. You can follow Anish Gawande's work on the Pink List of India on the instagram handle:@pinklistindia You can fo...
2019-10-0358 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E16: Queering PoliticsOn this episode, Navin and Farhad are joined by the Director of Dara Shikoh Fellowship, Anish Gawande, who throws light on everything political from voting to the Kashmir issue. Have we ever looked at the queer perspective of these issues? Who are the candidates supporting LGBTQIA community? How does a queer lover express during the communication blockade in Kashmir? Tune in to this political understanding from a queer eye to gauge the deeper understanding of issues surrounding us. This time it's political on Keeping It Queer. You can follow Anish Gawande's work on the Pink L...
2019-09-261h 02
Keeping It QueerS03 E15: Girl With A BeardOn this episode, Farhad and Navin are joined by the Performing Artist, Swapnil Alizeh, who has reclaimed the title "Girl With A Beard". She shares her journey of being gender fluid and embracing the idenity of Alizeh. What is her story? Why does she hate Bollywood movies with cliched representations of trans lives? What is true love? Tune in to listen to Alizeh open up about her experiences so far as Navin and Farhad add their humorous anecdotes to this conversation. You can follow Swapnil Alizeh on her instagram handle: @girlwith_a_beard Yo...
2019-09-191h 00
Keeping It QueerS03 E14: Capturing Trans Lives Through The LensOn this episode, Navin and Farhad talk to the Photographer Praveena Venugopal about her perspectives captured through the lens. She discusses her photography project Beyond Gender where she captured Scottish Queer Lives. What does a photograph represent? Could it tell a queer story? What impact can an artwork create? Tune in to this episode which has detailed photographic and other sensory details about all things queer. You can follow Praveena Venugopal on her instagram handle: @praveenaphotos You can follow her photography projects on her official website: https://praveenaphotos.squarespace.com/ You can...
2019-09-1248 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E13: Adulting 101On this episode of Keeping It Queer, Mansher Dhillon joins Navin and Farhad for yet another conversation on adulting which revolves around their finances, friendships, jobs, cooking, self-care and more. Is there anything queer in growing up the way you do? Tune in to this fun ride as they take you through their insecurities and experiences that made them what you call an 'adult'. You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle- @theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle- @houseofnoronha You can listen to this show an...
2019-09-0548 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E12: Body Image IssuesOn the Producer Special, Navin Noronha and Farhad Karkaria are joined by the Producer at IVM Podcasts, Madhuri Adwani. They talk about body image issues related to size, color, ailments etc. Where does the body stand in relation to one's experiences and perceptions? Does the societal conditioning cause damage to one's idea of the self? Tune in to this episode where they share anecdotes of their life that shaped their idea of the body image. You can follow Madhuri on her instagram handle @mad_ad13. You can also follow Madhuri's YouTube channel: Madhuri A...
2019-08-291h 01
Keeping It QueerS03 E11: Straight Dating vs Gay DatingOn this episode, Farhad Karkaria introduces his straight best friend, Mansher Dhillon, a Life Enthusiast and Web Series Creator to Navin Noronha. They discuss how dating differs for a straight person in comparison to a queer person. Have we become more open than the previous generation? Have guys become more conscious after the #metoo wave? What does it take to be an ally? Tune in to this fun conversation which is filled with insights on all kinds of dating scene. You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle- @theqr8r You can f...
2019-08-2245 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E10: Don't Be A Drag, Just Be A QueenOn this episode, Navin and Farhad talk to the Drag Queen, Sushant Divgikar about his journey as he takes on different roles of being a host, a model, a video jockey, a performer and the list goes on. Known as Rani Ko-He-Nur, Sushant shares what it means to chart the unconventional way that inspires people to come out of the closet. Do we have Drags in our mythology? What can you do to represent yourself as part of the community? Tune in to this fun conversation to know what it means to create a niche for oneself.
2019-08-151h 00
Keeping It QueerS03 E09: Tik Tok and Tech TalkOn this episode, Navin and Farhad talk about their favorite Tik Tok videos and how technology has affected their lives. Is it the emerging genre of comedy? Is there something queer in the videos where a guy plays the role of a girl? Does it allow role play and gender bending? Tune in to know how tech savvy your hosts are and how have they used these platforms for Keeping It Queer! You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle- @theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle- @houseofnoronha...
2019-08-0835 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E08: STIgmaOn this episode, Farhad and Navin talk to the Queer Mental Health Professional, Richa Vashista. She shares her journey of coming out and working with queer communities to talk about the stigma around HIV and Sexually Transmitted Infections. What is high-risk behaviour? What is condom negotiation and how can one practice self-care? How does Humsafar help people by talking about physical, mental and sexual health? Has STI been mis-represented in Pop culture? Tune in to steer clear of all the doubts you have around this STIgma. You can follow Richa Vashista on her instagram handle @r...
2019-08-011h 03
Keeping It QueerS03 E07: Gay PageantsOn this episode, Farhad and Navin are joined by Suresh Ramdas, Mr.Gay World India 2019. He shares his journey of going through Gay Pageant and why are these representations important in a queer space. How is it more than the fanfare of appearance? What are some other ways for him to actively support the cause after Section.377 has been struck down? Tune in to this tete-a-tete where Navin, Farhad and Suresh open up about the Transgender representation in LGBTQAI+. You can follow Suresh Ramdas on his instagram handle @sr81_mgwi You can follow F...
2019-07-2554 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E06: MonogamyOn this episode, Farhad and Navin are joined by Stand-up Comedian Jeeya Sethi to discuss monogamy. They discuss the generational shift of how relationship and commitment is perceived by their parents viz the youngsters today. Are there any loopholes in the concept of monogamy? What is a toxic relationship? Do open marriages or open relationships work? Join our hosts and the guest on this open conversation about all things open ended and in the state of fluidity- be it identity or a relation! You can follow Jeeya Sethi on her instagram handle @jeeyadhadkdhadk Y...
2019-07-1832 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E05: Saahas Group TherapyOn the fifth episode, Navin Noronha and Farhad Karkaria are joined by Jagruti Wandrekar and Advaita Nigudkar, Queer Affirmative Therapists. They share how fan-fiction helped them to come out and how they began Saahas therapy group as a queer-friendly space. They explain the queer affirmative counseling approach, group therapy format and Cognitive Behavior Therapy. They ask important questions like - how accessible is therapy? How affordable is it? Can therapy be gender-sensitive? What does it mean to be mis-gendered? Tune in to this episode to understand intersectionality in the Mental Health Space of LGBTQAI+ community. ...
2019-07-1156 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E04: Fag HagOn this episode, Navin Noronha introduces his fag hag Jeeya Sethi to Farhad Karkaria. They discuss the term fag hag and what role does that play in a gay person's life. Can there be a bad fag hag? Navin and Jeeya go down the memory lane about how they met and how they work as each other's support system. Tune in to this episode to get a peep into funny anecdotes from Farhad and Navin's life. You can follow Jeeya Sethi on her instagram handle- @jeeyadhadkdhadk You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his i...
2019-07-0430 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E03: Straight PrideOn this episode, Navin and Farhad discuss 'Why Straight Pride?' with our straight guest Abbas Momin who is a stand-up comedian. Navin throws light on the history of the pride month and traces its importance for LGBTQAI+ community. Farhad joins in with his observations about the Pride Walk and Abbas gives his side of the story when he joins in the walk as a straight guy. Do we need a 'straight pride'? Is it another form of practicing homophobia? Tune in to the episode to understand how colors and exuberance of a pride month mean much...
2019-06-2739 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E02: #MeTooOn the second episode of our queer podcast, our hosts Navin Noronha and Farhad Karkaria are joined by the Social Media Influencer and Writer, Mahima Kukreja. She led the bandwagon of #MeToo movement in India and addressed issues around it. Mahima talks about the movement and its repercussions. Can there be an apology for the same? Has #MeToo reached queer spaces? Who is allowed to call out the harassment? Tune in to this discussion where Mahima, Farhad and Navin articulate what can be a safe-space! Follow Mahima Kukreja on instagram handle @AGirlOfHerWords You c...
2019-06-2039 min
Keeping It QueerS03 E01: ReunionWelcome to the third season of Keeping It Queer. This time around, we have double dose of everything from stories, to discussions, to opinions. We also have a full-time co-host Farhad Karkaria along with Navin Noronha. On the first episode, they discuss how life has changed after Section 377 was struck down. What does it mean to come out? How is coming out to one's parents different than coming out to the public? What if you are a public figure? Both the hosts give a sneak peek into their journey of coming out to their parents and growing...
2019-06-1334 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E30: Ashok Row KaviOn the season finale of Keeping It Queer, Navin speaks to one of India's early LGBT activists; journalist and writer, Ashok Row Kavi. Ashok is credited to having founded India’s first LGBT magazine in 1990 - Bombay Dost and The Humsafar Trust in 1994. He discusses: His early days as a gay journalist and writer in the country. How he came out in a Hindu monastery. The queer community as part of the Indian pop-culture culture. The politics of shame. On the Culture Vulture segment, Navin and Farhad di...
2018-08-231h 14
Keeping It QueerS02 E29: Manak MatiyaniOn this episode of Keeping It Queer, Navin speaks to Manak Mataiyani, Executive Director, YP Foundation. Manak is a feminist queer activist facilitating youth leadership for social change. He opens up about: Growing up gay in Delhi and dealing with coming out during his college days. How he came to be a feminist in his approach. His work with the YP Foundation, focussing on gender and sexuality. His involvement with the Delhi Pride. On the Culture Vulture segment, Navin and Farhad talk about well Navin's favourite 'M...
2018-08-1637 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E28: Durga GawdeOn Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to artist and activist Durga Gawde. Their drag name is Shakti. They talk about: Durga's journey with her gender fluidity. How their parents created an artistic environment for them. What Durga's parents thought about gender roles and how it made an impact on Durga. Durga's days at the Srishti School of Art, Design and Technology in Bangalore and The Rhode Island School of Design, America. On the Culture Vulture segment, Navin and Farhad pick on Sacred Games a...
2018-08-091h 05
Keeping It QueerS02 E27: Parmesh ShahaniOn Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to Author of Gay Bombay and the Head of the Godrej Culture Lab: Parmesh Shahani. They talk about: Parmesh's early days as a Sindhi boy from Colaba, what his sense of inclusion is and his journey with self-discovering his sexuality. How Parmesh is the diva of 'Viva Vikhroli!' His work with India Culture Lab and collaborating with other corporates and colleges for LGBT inclusion. On the Culture Vulture segment, Navin and Farhad go down south with their choice of films...
2018-08-0259 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E26: Sex Rated with Esha and SnehaOn Keeping it Queer this week, Navin and Farhad talk to Esha Paul and Sneha Nair, the producers of the series, Sex Rated: A Vice Guide to Sex in India. (https://video.vice.com/en_in/show/sex-rated-the-vice-guide-to-sex-in-india) They talk about: The notions of sex they had, growing up. The sex toys they have used and the different props they discovered while working on the series. How the four of them were first exposed to porn and content about sex. What the state of porn is in the country...
2018-07-261h 07
Keeping It QueerS02 E25: Ankit BhuptaniOn Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to social worker, gay rights activist, founder and chairperson of GALVA (Gay & Lesbian Vaisnava Association), Mumbai. He opens up about: His coming out at the age of 17. How and why he founded GALVA in Mumbai. His perspective about inclusion through faith. How he went around the country in trains to talk about LGBT rights. On the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin riff-raff about some recent Bollywood films they watched and didn't really like. Navin also brings up his recent obsession with queer voguing videos and lots...
2018-07-1953 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E24: Ishmeet NagpalOn Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to gender rights activist, writer and poet Ishmeet Nagpal. She is also the Co-Founder, SXonomics and works with Save the Children, India. She opens about: Her journey with fighting for women's rights and her experiences of being stalked and harassed in Harayana. How incels are coming in the way of women's freedom and rights. How society pressurizes women, irrespective of the different stages in life. The real reasons behind acid attacks. Ishmeet tweets at @IshmeetNagpal Download the app from the Google Store here: https://play.go...
2018-07-1252 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E23: Ishaan SethiOn Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to Ishaan Sethi, Co-Founder, and CEO, Delta App. He opens up about: - His journey about being accepted as a gay man in the U.S and then in India. - Setting up an app to promote inclusion for the LGBT community in the country. - The specifications that differentiate Delta from other networking and dating apps. - The stories, that have come out of this app, the responses to the platform, from across the country. Ishaan tweets at @_IshaanSethi Download the app from the Google Store h...
2018-07-0536 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E22: Vivek TejujaOn Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to Vivek Tejuja, major book nerd and critic. He opens up about: - Discovering great erotica through books. - Watching queer films on Indian movie channels late at night. - The 10 LGBT-themed book every queer kid should read. - How most of the shows we grew up with have queer undertones. Vivek tweets at @vivkeisms On the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin discuss fetishes and weird things that turn them on. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM P...
2018-06-2850 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E21: Dan Rebello (Queer Rave)This week on Keeping it Queer, teacher and Instagrammer Dan Rebello joins Navin to talk about: What's it like to not conform to one gender. How they deal with their over-inquisitive extended family. How society is not equipped to accommodate non binary individuals. What their Instagram campaign 'Dekhi Andekhi' is all about. On Culture Vulture, Farhad and Navin discuss toxic masculinity and a TV series that breaks that mould. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://g...
2018-06-2240 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E20: Feat. Devdutt PattanaikOn this episode of Keeping it Queer, author Devdutt Pattanaik joins Navin to have an in-depth discussion about: How he was first introduced to Indian mythology. How people don't read enough history before interpreting religion. How India's greatest monk wrote the best book on erotica. How he was exposed to all kinds of cultures as a child in the Pre-Hindutva era. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin take an in-depth at the new film 'Love, Simon' and the issues surrounding it. You can talk to Devdutt at @devduttmyth Follow Navin on Twitter @houseofnoronha...
2018-06-1453 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E19: Feat. Ankit DasguptaThis week, we meet Ankit Dasgupta, who manages social media content for Mirror Now, a reputed news channel. How he first came out to his mom. What's it like to be openly gay in a massive news channel. What was it like to be a part of Flash Mob. Why news debates are necessary, but in a controlled manner. On the Culture Vulture segment of the show, Farhad and Navin talk about their childhood crushes and recommend some cool reboots. You can listen to this show and...
2018-06-0752 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E18: Danish Sheikh (Playwright of Contempt)This week on Keeping it Queer, Navin talks to Danish Sheikh, a human rights lawyer who is taking the fight against Section 377 beyond the courtroom and onto the stage, with his latest theatre production, Contempt. He talks to us about the idea behind the play and why he believes that tapping into the anger the queer population in India feels is necessary to challenge the authorities. On the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin delve deep into their sexting habits and discuss a film that has sexting in the center of a controversy. Check out...
2018-05-3137 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E17: Praful BawejaThis week on Keeping it Queer, Navin talks to Praful Baweja, co-founder of Six Degrees, a growth network for Indian LGBTQ++ individuals to meet; connect; recruit; share skills; leads; referrals and empower each other. He opens up about: - His fascination with books from an early age. - Being there when the Mumbai Pride first started. - Why he feels it's okay to move on to curation of other events for the queer communities. - How the allies are coming out in support of the community. On the Cultrue Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin discuss queer stand-up...
2018-05-241h 02
Keeping It QueerS02 E16: Feat. Pradipta RayOn this episode of Keeping it Queer, Navin is joined by filmmaker Pradipta Ray, who talks about the confusion over her name, what it was like to identify as trans in a culturally affluent household, her grandfather's erotica collection and why Hindi films have contributed a lot to the constant fears women live with. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin talk about coping with loss, and two films that portray that queer characters dealing with tragedy. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: h...
2018-05-171h 09
IVM DailyEp. 60: Queer Eye's Happily Ever AfterOn this Episode of Daily, IVM Producer and Host of Keeping it Queer Navin is joined by fellow Keeping it Queer regular Farhad. They discuss the hit TV show Queer Eye and the latest buzz around the couple Tom and Abby getting back together. If you want to know more about the joys and troubles of the ever growing LGBTQ population in India, or just listen to more of Farhad and Navin you can check out Keeping it Queer by clicking the link below. http://ivmpodcasts.com/keeping-it-queer Have you watched Queer Eye...
2018-05-1604 min
IVM PopEp. 69: EroticastThis week, it is the 69th episode of IVM Likes! IVM staffers Navin, Abbas and Priyanka are joined by Farhad Karkaria, the host of the Culture-Vulture segment on Keeping it Queer (http://ivmpodcasts.com/keeping-it-queer/). They recommend a book, a song, a TV show, and a documentary film. In the second round, they talk about their initial experiences with exposure to erotica through books, films, and TV shows. You will crack up for sure! This episode is brought to you by Setu Eye Max. Log on to https://www.setu.in/ for more de...
2018-05-1435 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E14: Sridhar and Shibu (Kashish Film Festival)This week on Keeping it Queer, we focus on the upcoming KASHISH Mumbai International Queer Film Festival. And to talk about it, we have Sridhar Rangayan and Shibu Thomas from the KASHISH team joining Navin in the studio. They discuss the joys and difficulties of putting a film festival together, the waves the films have created in India and abroad, and also touch upon the weirdest question people ask queer folks. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad talks about a film that showcases a coming-of-age story of a young gay man. You can listen to...
2018-05-0346 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E13: Shobhna S KumarThis week on Keeping it Queer, we met Shobhna S Kumar, founder of QueerInk.com. She talks about how love convinced her to make Mumbai her home, her fascination with books and the role literature, films and the arts play in helping queer artists and their admirers throughout the world cope with the anxiety of coming out of the closet. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin delve deep into the wonderful new reboot of Queer Eye. You can talk to Shobhna here: info@queerink.com Check out her work on the Queer Ink We...
2018-04-2637 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E12: Deb, Ankit and ArundhatiThis week on Keeping it Queer, we meet Deb and Ankit, two young gay men who found love in each other. Joining them in the studio is Deb's mother Arundhati, who talks about how she always knew her son was gay and also dishes out some secrets! In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin talk about evolution of Queer themes in the Hindi film industry. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You...
2018-04-191h 05
Keeping It QueerS02 E11: Prince Manvendra Singh GohilOn this episode of Keeping it Queer, we are honored to be joined by Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil, a role model for several queer people in India. Navin talks to him about what it was like for him to come out as gay despite being from a royal family, what he thinks of heritage and a lineage, and also drops an X-Men reference. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad tells Navin about the resurgence of aesthetic porn. Watch the short NDTV Documentary, Married in Public, Gay in Private here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1G...
2018-04-1247 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E10: Siddhant and KiranOn this episode, Navin talks to Siddhant More and Kiran, who identify as transmen. Siddhant opens up about how he underwent sex reassignment surgery and how his friends supported him, while Kiran opens up about his passion for the queer community and how he too hopes to fully transition into a male.Tune in to listen to their inspiring story. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad recommends some movies that fall in the STD Horror genre. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.g...
2018-04-0538 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E09: RayOn this episode of #KeepingitQueer, we meet Ray, a spoken word artist and social impact specialist. She opens up about how growing up Queer came with jeers, taunts and mental trauma. She also sheds light on how a body cleanse helped her cope with a lot in life. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin discuss the best gay relationships in TV shows. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can che...
2018-03-2936 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E07: Aruna Desai and Padma IyerOn this very special episode of Keeping it Queer, we meet two mothers - Aruna Desai and Padma Iyer. They open up about what's it like to accept your child as queer and the many learnings that come with it. In the Culture Vulture segment, Navin and Farhad talk about the Oscar-nominated queer films and how they have evolved over time. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our web...
2018-03-1537 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E04: Savio MascarenhasThis week on #KeepingitQueer, Navin is joined by Savio Mascarenhas, founder of Color Positive, who opens up about growing up gay in a joint family setting, enjoying the stage and sharing its joy with others. In the #CultureVulture segment, Farhad recommends a film whilst also divulging a story about a kite, a cliff and rubbing one out. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmp...
2018-02-2249 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E03: Ghazal Dhaliwal and Jerry JohnsonOn this episode of Keeping it Queer, Navin is joined by writers Ghazal Dhaliwal and Jerry Johnson, who both talk about how mainstream literature and films need an upgrade and also explain why queer people don't need to be "accepted" by people. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad recommends a book that deals with growing up queer. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmp...
2018-02-1552 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E02: Koninika RoyThis week on Keeping it Queer, Navin is joined by Koninika Roy, the Advocacy Manager at The Humsafar Trust. She opens up about her experience of being queer and desi in London and how she got involved in LBT rights. She also tells us how her team reaches out to young bi, lesbian or trans women who are put under house arrest or face domestic violence. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin discuss weird orgasms and aesthetic sex scenes in films and TV shows. You can listen to this show and other awesome...
2018-02-0848 min
Keeping It QueerS02 E01: Sadhna Prasad and Shanthi Sonu (Aravani Art Project)Navin is joined by Sadhna Prasad and Shanthi Sonu, members of The Aravani Art Project, who discuss how they are reaching out and encouraging conversations surrounding the transgender community across the country through wall art. In the all new Culture Vulture segment, Farhad Karkaria recommends a TV show that he can relate to his own life as a queer person. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at ...
2018-02-0143 min