Jun 4, 202621 min
In this episode, we explore the roots of Pride in Toronto , how activism shaped it, and the many ways we can all show up for Pride in ways that feel authentic. We also share listener traditions, talk about navigating...
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Dear Queer,
Hosted by Alena Papayanis & Lauren Hogarth · society · EN-CA
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A Podcast for your queer stories, questions & advice you wish your younger self had or you need right now. Hosted by Alena Papayanis and Produced by Lauren Hogarth
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A Podcast for your queer stories, questions & advice you wish your younger self had or you need right now. Hosted by Alena Papayanis and Produced by Lauren Hogarth
Who hosts Dear Queer,?
Dear Queer, is hosted by Alena Papayanis & Lauren Hogarth. The show has published 61 episodes to date.
What has Dear Queer, covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Hanlan’s to Here: The Evolution of Pride in Toronto" (4 June 2026, 21 minutes), "Hanlan’s to Here: The Evolution of Pride in Toronto" (4 June 2026, 21 minutes), and "Queer Skepticism in a Conspiracy Age with Nathan Radke" (21 May 2026, 35 minutes).
How often does Dear Queer, publish?
Dear Queer, publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 23 minutes across 61 episodes.
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Alena Papayanis & Lauren Hogarth hosts Dear Queer,, a society podcast with 61 episodes published.
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- Jun 4, 202621 min
In this episode, we explore the roots of Pride in Toronto , how activism shaped it, and the many ways we can all show up for Pride in ways that feel authentic. We also share listener traditions, talk about navigating...
May 21, 202635 minThis week, we’re joined by Nathan Radke, who is a professor, author, and co-host of The Uncover Up podcast and Alena’s colleague. Nathan helps us dive into what makes conspiracy theories so compelling and why they are...
May 7, 20268 minWe catch up on the latest Summer House Episode and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Reunion. Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic
Apr 30, 202643 minOn this episode, we cover what’s going on in reality TV right now, including (obviously!) the Summer House Scamanda Scandal and Mormon Wives. We talk about why we are enamoured with Love on the Spectrum, introduce some...
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Feb 19, 202627 minWhat makes something “queer cinema”? Why queer films are important Why Birdcage is a Queer film landmark Casting heteros in Queer roles Is a movie a good first date? Go see Peter at Queer Cinema’s home, the Paradise...
- Jan 22, 202629 min
Trans Writer KB Brookins joins us to talk about: Their memoir, Pretty The importance of finding your people Having mentors Writing things down when it's hard to say the thing out loud Refined rage Not excusing...
Episode #54
Dear Queer Does Heated Rivalry
Jan 8, 202619 minAnd yes, the lesbians are watching! Tune in for our takes on: The characters, the quiet negotiations Why we are NOT here for the critiques But are here for straight people celebrating a queer romance Why are we all...
Dear Queer,
Happy Holigays: Listener question edition
Dec 11, 202524 minOn this week's episode, we give the gift of dating advice What are we thinking about going into the holidays How to DTR a non-traditional relationship, and what is a QPR? Dating and kids: Is it a deal breaker? Green...
Episode #52
Understanding Anger with Robin Lacambra
Nov 27, 202523 minS2On this week's episode, we learn all about our anger. What is it? What's going on in our bodies when we're experiencing anger? What can we do to get in touch with our anger before it gets out of hand? What are some...
- Nov 13, 202529 minS2
Welcome to season two of Dear Queer. We will have episodes coming out every other Thursday. Please enjoy this episode with our favourite apologizer and relational psychotherapist, Robin Lacambra. This weeks Topics...
Episode #50
Season 2 Home Opener: Is baseball queer culture? One Blue Jays fan tries to convince us that it is
Oct 27, 202532 minWelcome to season two of Dear Queer. We are coming to you on a Monday for a very special opening-season episode because, well, the Blue Jays are in the World Series, and apparently that's a big deal. This week, Marco...
Dear Queer,
Queer Ultimatum: Our Recap and Spoilers
Jul 17, 202534 minDev Matthews and Hailey Froese are back to talk reality TV with Alena and Lauren, and this time it's all about the Queer Ultimatum Season 2 with all our hot and cold takes! They give their definitive answers on what sex...
Dear Queer,
Gay and Dating
Jun 26, 202513 minOur unsolicited advice about your dating life with Alena and Lauren, Happy Pride! _ _ _ SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS! Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic
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Pride and Wedding Season
Jun 5, 202515 minWe're back! Weddings and Pride and what to wear on this episode of dear Queer with Alena and Lauren _ _ _ Show some queer Orginizations some love this month if you can: Rainbow Railroad The 519 _ _ _ SEND US YOUR...
Dear Queer,
Late Bloomer Autism Edition
Apr 10, 202529 minAlena talks about their later-in-life Autism diagnosis and what it's like to be queer and neurodiverse. _ _ _ READ Unmasking Autism Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity By Devon Price, PhD LINK Great resource for...
- Mar 14, 202522 min
_ _ _ Alena and Lauren talk about fear-mongering, moral panic, gender-affirming care, and how you can show up in these times. _ _ _ If you need support, check out these organizations: Trans lifeline...
- Feb 28, 20251 min
Ontario Provincial Elections are today! It is February 27th and it's time to Vote. Head on over to www.elections.on.ca for all the info you could ever need. It's so simple, just grab a piece of ID and look up your...
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Single? You can be our Valentine!
Feb 13, 202519 minBe our Valentine! Today we talk about Valentine's Day as a concept, explore how basically we both feel about it, and give some ideas for what to do if you're single this Valentine's Day. _ _ _ Find us on Instagram...
Episode #42
Listener Questions With Nick Rovers Part 2
Jan 30, 202519 minWe are back for part 2 of listener questions with Nick Rovers and Alena shares a Tom Sandoval dream! _ _ _ Find us on Instagram @dear.queer.podcast _ _ _ SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS! Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan...
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