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.
Queer 101
Latest Episodes
Queer 101_BONUS_Supreme Court Decision
Hey y’all, it’s Peppermint. 💕I had to jump in here today to break down a devastating Supreme Court decision that affects transgender girls and women across the United States.The Supreme Court has sided with ...
Pride Isn’t Just a Party — It’s Survival
Hey y’all, it’s Peppermint. 💕As we approach the 57th anniversary of the Stonewall uprising I wanted to ground us in something real: Pride is not just a party. It's a protest. It’s protection. It’s s...
Pride, Protest & Activism: Why Queer History Still Matters
Hey y’all — it’s Peppermint, and welcome back to Queer 101, the podcast where we talk queer history, queer culture, queer books, and the stories we definitely didn’t learn in school.Hugh is on his book to...
Queer 101: Hugh Ryan on “My Bad” & the Queer ’90s
Summer School - classes are now in session, y’all.Before we get into it — yes, we’re going biweekly for the summer (because Pride season is Pride‑ing), but don’t panic. We’ll be back to weekly episodes before ya know it. In the...