Pride Matters Podcast
An LGBTQ+ podcast sponsored by Basildon Pride. Join us for conversations about LGBTQ+ issues, the latest pride news and LGBTQ+ current events.
Pride Matters is produced by Gateway 97.8, sponsored by Basildon Pride.
Episode 12: Kharkiv Pride
We link up with our partners Anastasiia and Vira over at Kharkiv Pride to discuss the current state of the LGBTQ+ scene in Ukraine, how the ongoing conflict has affected things and their plans for the future.
Episode 11: David's LGBTQ(uiz Show)
Members of the Basildon Pride gang join our quizmaster David (and his glamorous assistant, Kurt) to test their pride and general knowledge in rounds inspired by classic game shows.
Episode 10: Mental Health & National Pet Month
In this episode of Pride Matters, we talk about mental health and National Pet Month!
Episode 8: Neurodiversity
Basildon Pride’s Alex McKenzie and Gateway’s Aston Avery join us to discuss all aspects of neurodiversity, including Autism and ADHD, as well as discussing the benefits that neurodiverse individuals can bring to the table.
Episode 7: International Women’s Day
Gateway’s own Ros Connors joins David and Kurt to discuss her journey in establishing the station we call home and her motivation for women striving for success in the future.
Episode 6: Pronouns & Gender Identity
In this episode, we speak about pronouns and gender identity.
Episode 5: LGBT History: Looking Back, Pride Anthems & Fostering
In this episode of Pride Matters, we celebrate look back at LGBTQ+ History Month, list some of our favourite Pride Anthems and speak about fostering.
Episode 4: Medicine Under The Scope (LGBTQ+ History Month)
In this episode of Pride Matters, we celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month by exploring this year’s theme Medicine Under The Scope.
Episode 3: LGBTQ+ Relationships (Valentine’s Day Special)
In this episode of Pride Matters, we discuss LGBTQ+ relationships in our special Valentine's Day episode.
Episode 2: LGBTQ+ History Month
In this episode of Pride Matters, we discuss LGBTQ+ History Month and our experiences with LGBTQ+ issues in our lifetime.
Episode 1: Holocaust Memorial Day & Hate Crime
In this episode of Pride Matters, we discuss LGBTQ+ connections to Holocaust Memorial Day and speak to special guest PC L. Youll from Essex Police and Kay Renwick from Basildon IAG about Hate Crime.