Podcasts We’re Listening To
These are LGBTQ podcasts, from friends of ours to rising voices to longtime favorites, that deserve your attention beyond the usual obvious picks.
Leftist Lezzies
Leftist Lezzies is the kind of podcast that feels right at home on Rainbows in Revolt. It brings together queer perspective, politics, humor, and real-world conversation in a way that feels sharp without losing its personality. There is a groundedness to it that makes it feel connected to actual community instead of talking at people from a distance.
It is a great listen for anyone who wants queer commentary that is thoughtful, funny, and rooted in lived experience. This is one of those shows that can move between serious issues and everyday absurdity without losing its voice.
Closet Talk
Closet Talk with Audrey and Stephanie brings a warm, open, personality-driven energy that makes it easy to connect with. It leans into queer stories, awkward moments, relationships, identity, and the kinds of conversations that make people feel seen instead of polished over.
What makes this one stand out is how personal it feels. It has heart, humor, and the kind of honesty that reminds people they are not the only ones figuring things out as they go.
Queering The District
Queering the District Podcast explores the role, history, and stories “third places” have held across time for the Queer community in Washington, D.C. Each season focuses on one “type” of “third place,” with season one, available to stream everywhere now, focused on bars. You’ll hear from Queer elders, academic experts, and even that one drunk friend leaving a voicemail in their favorite bar as they share the stories of Queer folks who have and continue to gather in defiance, solidarity, and celebration across the District.