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Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
The BabyGay™ Podcast drops every Thursday...your front-row seat to real, unfiltered queer stories. Hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them) — a 2025 Out100 honoree — and recorded at the iconic Black Cat in Silverlake, CA, birthplace of queer resistance.
Each week, PJ sits down with incredible guests to talk about coming out, awkward first kisses, career paths, and those big, beautiful “aha” moments that make us who we are. It’s funny, heartfelt, and unapologetically queer.
Beyond the mic, BabyGay™ is a…
Episodes
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
I Thought I Was Straight. I Wasn’t. | Kathryn Gallagher (Jagged Little Pill)
Send us Fan Mail Here's what happens when you're so sure you're straight...and the answer was right in front of you the whole time. On this week's BabyGay™…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Inside the Out100 & Learning How to Be Gay | Daniel Reynolds, Out Magazine & The Advocate
Send us Fan Mail Here’s what happens when you start as an intern at the magazine that changed your life... and end up running it! On this week’s BabyGay™…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Showgirls, The Birdcage & Coming Out in Hollywood | Gerry Rich
Send us Fan Mail Here’s what happens when you chase your dreams...and realize the one thing missing is you… On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Coming Out, Queer Media & Holding Space | NLGJA LGBTQ+ Journalists Panel
Send us Fan Mail We turned a panel about podcasting into a podcast episode...how meta?! Coming out stories, queer media, and the future of LGBTQ+ storytelling…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
From a Stutter to an Award-Winning Actor: A Coming Out Story | Nic Few
Send us Fan Mail From a kid with a stutter to an award-winning stage actor, Nic Few's story will blow you away! On this week's BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Coming Out, Catholic Guilt & Witchcraft | Maiah Manser
Send us Fan Mail There's no rules on how to be a baby gay. On this week's BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Maiah Manser (she/her)…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Coming Out as Bi to My Parents...by accident | Amy Nam - Point Foundation Scholar
Send us Fan Mail On this week's BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) goes live from Point Foundation National Leadership Conference in Los Angeles…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Coming Out in a Religious Family | Jahn Jaramillo - Point Foundation Alum
Send us Fan Mail On this week's BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) goes live from Point Foundation National Leadership Conference in Los Angeles…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Coming Out Online, Harvard Law & My Grandma's Dream | Ranen Miao - Point Foundation Scholar
Send us Fan Mail On this week's BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) goes live from Point Foundation National Leadership Conference in Los Angeles…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Gay Athletes, Queer Divas & Coming Out | Point Foundation Panel
Send us Fan Mail On this week's BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) goes live from Point Foundation's National Leadership Conference in Los Angeles…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Gay Athletes, Queer Divas & Coming Out | Point Foundation Panel
Send us Fan MailEver felt like you had to choose between who you are and where you belong? This episode is for you.On this week's BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Should You Invite Unsupportive Family to Your Wedding? & Trixie Mattel Mystery | BabyGay Community
Send us Fan Mail DID TRIXIE MATTEL STOP BY OUR PRIDE BOOTH?? 🕵️ We investigate. Welcome back to the BabyGay™ Podcast: Community Series 🌈 It's our second…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Richard Ayoub: Emmy Winner Turned Project Angel Food CEO Feeding Millions
Send us Fan Mail Project Angel Food CEO Richard Ayoub joins The BabyGay™ Podcast to talk coming out, community, and how volunteering can change your life. On…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Amber Whittington (@AmbersCloset) | Coming Out, STEM Lesbians & Building Community
Send us Fan Mail For over a decade, Amber Whittington (she/her)...aka @AmbersCloset...has been the person lesbians turn to when they're figuring it all out…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Jai Rodriguez: Queer Eye Culture & Coming Out in the Spotlight
Send us Fan Mail Jai Rodriguez is on the BabyGay™ Podcast this week...oh and we go places. Jai is an Emmy Award-winning TV personality, original culture expert…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Kaleena Zanders: Breaking the Rules of House Music
Send us Fan Mail Here's what happens when you stop shrinking yourself...and find the audacity to take up space… On this week's BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Andrés Rigal: From Hollywood Agent to Queer Nightlife Icon
Send us Fan Mail ⚠️ Content Note: This episode contains discussions of abuse and addiction. Discover how queer entrepreneur Andrés Rigal built some of Los…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
JORDY: Everybody Thought It Was Easy for Me | IN RETROSPECT
Send us Fan Mail Here’s what happens when you spend your life trying to be “good” for everyone else...and finally learn to be yourself instead… On this week’s…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Brian Wenke: Building Hope for LGBTQ+ Youth | It Gets Better
Send us Fan Mail On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Brian Wenke (he/him), Executive Director of It Gets Better, for a…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Joji Florence: Miss Major Middle, Non-Binary Identity & Performing Gender
Send us Fan Mail Here’s what happens when you stop trying to fit into society’s expectations and finally embrace your true identity... On this week’s BabyGay™…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Coming Out Later in Life & My First Queer Date | BabyGay Community Series
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the BabyGay™ Community Series 🌈 Okay…so this is a brand new series in the BabyGay universe, so please bear with us as we iron out…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Shea Diamond: From Prison to Power & The Story Behind “I Am Her"
Send us Fan Mail Here’s what happens when you refuse to give up on yourself — and find the strength to keep going… On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Judge Eboni K. Williams: Standing Up for LGBTQ+ Rights and the Dangers of Conversion Therapy
Send us Fan Mail Here’s what it looks like to stand up for justice and show up as a stronger ally for the LGBTQ+ community... On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
John Erickson: West Hollywood Councilmember on Faith, Love, and Meeting the Pope
Send us Fan Mail Here’s what happens when the Pope tells you to love unconditionally... On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Andy Lalwani: Coming Out and Owning Your Story
Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever struggled to feel like you belong, this episode will remind you that your story matters. On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Kelley Robinson: Leading with Courage & Joy | Human Rights Campaign
Send us Fan Mail On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Kelley Robinson (she/her), President of the Human Rights Campaign…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Robbie Simpson: My Unapologetic Era
Send us Fan Mail Here's what happens when you stop trying to fit in and start living unapologetically... On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Mayor Freddy Puza: From Theater Kid to First Openly Gay Mayor
Send us Fan Mail “What if the life you thought wasn’t possible…is?” On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Mayor Freddy…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
VINCINT: Finding the Signal for Queer Joy
Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to truly be heard...by the people you love, by your community, and by yourself? On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
VJ Rosales (The Filharmonic): Finding His Voice After Coming Out
Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like you came out “late” or struggled to say the words I’m gay out loud for the first time? On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Jorge Valencia: Coming Out Later & Uplifting the Next Generation
Send us Fan Mail Feeling alone in your coming out journey? This episode is for you. On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Lauren Weedman: HBO's Looking, Pride & Queer History in the Castro
Send us Fan Mail What happens when one of the funniest women on television walks into The BabyGay™ Podcast? We almost peed our pants. You’ll see... This week…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Ross Alan: Nonbinary Singer-Songwriter Redefining Country with “Country Disco”
Send us Fan Mail What would change if you finally let yourself wear the dress — or whatever you’ve been too scared to try? On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Nick Davis: From Broadway Performer to Endurance Athlete
Send us Fan Mail Ever felt out of place in the fitness community? You’re not alone...and this episode is for you. Nick Davis, a New York City–based performer…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Jeff Consoletti: Building Pride Beyond June
Send us Fan Mail Want to celebrate Pride all year long? You can...thanks to Jeff Consoletti. On this week’s The BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them)…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Dana Goldberg: The Power of Comedy & Coming Out
Send us Fan Mail Ever felt the pressure to hide your true self just to protect your career...or your sense of safety? On this week’s The BabyGay™ Podcast, host…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Jay Valle: How Queer Storytelling Saves Lives
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how journalism can actually save lives? On this week’s The BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Jay…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Love Bailey: Queer Art Is Your Resistance
Send us Fan Mail Feeling stuck, unseen, or navigating your queer or trans identity? You’re not alone. On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Tommi Aura: From Church Choir to Androgynous Pop Star
Send us Fan Mail Struggling to live authentically? You’re not alone. On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Tommi Aura to…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Bri Giger: It’s Part of Your Journey
Send us Fan Mail If you're coming out later in life or questioning your queer identity, this episode will ground you. On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Tracy E. Gilchrist: Holding Space & Making Queer Media History
Send us Fan Mail Learn how queer media shapes culture on this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, where host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Tracy E. Gilchrist…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Greg Cope White & Dale Kiker: The True Story Behind 'The Pink Marine' & BOOTS on Netflix
Send us Fan Mail Ever wish you had a BFF who loved you so unconditionally that you felt safe being exactly who you are?! This week on The BabyGay™ Podcast, PJ…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Margaret Cho: Leading the Choligarchy
Send us Fan Mail The world is cracking...and Margaret Cho will save us! On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) records from the historic…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
GG Hawkins: I Really Love My Husband
Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like it’s too late to start over or chase your creative dream? On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
LA City Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez: Allyship & Building a More Inclusive Los Angeles
Send us Fan Mail Want to see what real allyship in action looks like? On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with LA City…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Ryan Basham | Out100 Honoree: Finding Self-Acceptance Through Politics & Comedy
Send us Fan Mail This episode kicks off BabyGay’s Out100 Honoree Series — celebrating the bold, brilliant queer trailblazers featured in Out Magazine’s Out100…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Eric Williams: Sex Positivity, OCD & Letting Go of Shame
Send us Fan Mail Ever struggled to unlearn people-pleasing or talk openly about sex, weed, or mental health? On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Andy Parker: BOOTS on Netflix, Don’t Ask Don’t Tell & Queer Storytelling
Send us Fan Mail Ever felt the pressure to hide your true self just to belong? On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Andy…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Bryce Xavier: Growing Up Online, Queer Pop & Staying Grounded
Send us Fan Mail Ever feel anxious, struggle to stay grounded, or wonder how to trust yourself on your creative journey? On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Tom Gault: Growing Up Religious, Coming Out Queer
Send us Fan Mail What every BabyGay needs to hear. On this episode of the BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) welcomes producer (and bestie) Tom…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Megan Chumbley: Building Confidence Through a Positive Mindset
Send us Fan Mail How to build confidence with a positive mindset. On this episode of the BabyGay™ Podcast, filmmaker Megan Chumbley (she/they) sits down with…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Sarah Carson: Reinventing Yourself at Any Age
Send us Fan Mail Learn how chosen family and reinvention can change your life. On this episode of the BabyGay™ Podcast, PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Ashlee Belzo: Owning Your Power & Building Queer Community
Send us Fan Mail How to own your power after coming out. On this episode of the BabyGay™ Podcast, Ashlee Belzo (she/her) — founder of Girls Gays Theys and…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Hannah Perez: From Coming Out to Mark Cuban’s TikTok
Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like you had to wait until you weren’t scared to finally be yourself? Spoiler: you don’t! On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, PJ…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
H. Alan Scott: Culture, Comedy & Queer Identity
Send us Fan Mail Curious how faith, queerness, and comedy shape LGBTQ+ culture? This week on the BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Ryan Lu: Manifesting Your Dream Life, Lionsgate Portal & Queer Empowerment
Send us Fan Mail Manifest Your Dream Life & Embrace Queer Identity on the BabyGay™ Podcast! This week, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with content…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Zach Oren: Ides of Gender & the Power of Trans Visibility
Send us Fan Mail Want to be a better LGBTQ+ ally? This episode offers a real, compassionate starting point. Photographer Zach Oren (he/him) joins BabyGay™…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Dad: What Coming Out Taught Us About Gender, Faith, and Love
Send us Fan Mail Struggling with family acceptance or coming out to a parent? This episode is for you. BabyGay™ founder PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Simy Eurydice: From Trauma to Triumph
Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever been outed before you were ready, struggled to feel seen in queer spaces, or wondered where you fit in this big, messy LGBTQ+…
- Baby Gay: Queer Culture Unfiltered
Kate Lav: Sobriety, Sniffies & Self-Discovery (Live at The Black Cat)
Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like you weren’t “queer enough” to come out? Or wondered if you need a label to belong? This episode is for anyone who’s still…