Queer 101
Hosted by LGBTQ+ activist and world-renowned entertainer Miss Peppermint, alongside celebrated queer historian and author Hugh Ryan, this podcast is your weekly deep dive into the untold stories, pivotal moments, and extraordinary individuals who shaped LGBTQ+ history.
Each episode, Pep and Hugh unravel the struggles, celebrate the triumphs, and explore the cultural revolutions that have defined queer identities throughout time. With heart, humor, and a dash of glamor, they guide you through centuries of rich, vibrant LGBTQ+ legacy.
Whether you’re here to honor the past, better understand the present, or ignite change for the future, Queer 101 is your direct line to the stories that matter most.
Podcasting since 2025 • 18 episodes
Queer 101
Latest Episodes
Silence Won’t Save Us: Audre Lorde and the Fight for Trans Lives
Hey y’all, it’s Peppermint — and on this episode of Queer 101, Hugh and I are doing what queer people have always done best: connecting history to the mess we’re living in right now.We start with Audre Lorde’s ...
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Episode 126
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Hidden Queer History of Hollywood: Closets, Coding, and Power
Hey y’all—it’s me, Peppermint 💅🏽 and welcome back to Queer 101. In this episode, I’m joined by my partner in queer crime, Hugh the Historian, and honey… we are digging deep. Like “Hollywood secre...
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Episode 125
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Scar, Ursula, and the Queer History of Disney, Hollywood & Pop Culture
Hey y’all, it’s me Peppermint 💋 and welcome back to Queer 101! This episode is one of those “once you see it, you can’t unsee it” conversations—because we’re talking all about queer coding in pop culture. And yes… it’s...
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Episode 124
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Queer Coding, Then, Now & Still!
Hey y’all, it’s me, Peppermint, and on this episode of Queer 101, Hugh and I are ringing in the New Year the only way we know how: chatty, curious, and a little bit queerly chaotic.We kick things off swap...
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Episode 123
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40:33
New Year, Queer Power & Community: Peppermint and Hugh’s Thoughts on 2026
New year, fresh vibes, same big conversations — but with hope, glitter, and a little more wiggle room.Hugh and I chat about power, belonging, and what happens when queer folks stop waiting for a seat at the table and just b...
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Episode 122
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