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A Jaded Gay

Living in a world of fuckboys, homophobes, and inequalities can leave a gay feeling, well, jaded, so tune in for your weekly dose of gay empowerment. We're talking pop culture, politics, and dating hardships, all through the lens of overcoming gay trauma and nurturing our emotional wellbeing.

Recent Episodes

Nov. 17, 2025

166. Confront Gay Ageism and Redefine Midlife (with Hunter Flournoy)

In previous episodes, we’ve discussed how stereotypical gay culture has idolized youth, beauty, and sex. This fixation has led some gay men to equate midlife with “aging out” of the community, often resulting in internalized ...
Nov. 3, 2025

165. Reclaiming Queer History: The Impact of LGBTQ+ Historical Fiction (with Jeza Belle)

LGBTQ+ history has long been overlooked, ignored, or actively erased, leaving us with only fragments of a past that deserves to be preserved and celebrated. That absence makes historical fiction a meaningful platform for recl...
Oct. 20, 2025

164. Exploring Queer Identity Through Astrology (with Danny Santos)

Previously, we discussed how some queer men find solace and empowerment in spiritual practices like astrology, which offers a means of self-discovery and affirmation. Rooted in introspection and symbolism, queer astrology can...
Oct. 6, 2025

163. Queer Belonging in the Digital Age (with Nick Paul)

Social media has created vibrant online communities where LGBTQ+ people can connect, share experiences, and affirm their identities. Platforms like TikTok offer support, visibility, and a sense of belonging that many may not ...
Sept. 22, 2025

162. Queer Beauty: Unfiltered (with Vincent Branchesi & Karim Fadel)

Queer beauty celebrates self-expression, authenticity, and fluidity, challenging traditional beauty standards and embracing identities across the spectrum. By centering queer voices, beauty becomes a powerful tool for empower...
Sept. 8, 2025

161. Queer Bodies: Navigating Illness, Identity, and Intimacy (with Mickie Kennedy)

Societal pressure on men to appear tough and self-reliant can lead to the avoidance of medical care since vulnerability is wrongly equated with weakness. For gay men, this is further complicated by the fear of discrimination ...

Recent Blog Posts

Nov. 27, 2025

Allyship Check: Are You Showing Up for the LGBTQ+ Community?

“An Ally Doesn’t Take Breaks" In today’s social and political climate, allyship for the LGBTQ+ community is more critical than ever. While progress has been made—such as the legalization of same-sex marriage in 2015 and incr…

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Nov. 25, 2025

Unpacking Gay Stereotypes: Why Embracing Your True Self Matters More …

“There is No Wrong Way to Be Gay” Stereotypes about gay men—such as the campy best friend, the partying fitness enthusiast, or the fashion-obsessed icon—are ubiquitous in media and popular culture. These portrayals often ste…

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Nov. 20, 2025

The Legacy of Will & Grace: How It Paved the Way for LGBTQ+ Represent…

Will Truman Taught Me That, As a Gay Man, I'm Allowed to Be a Little Neurotic The 90s marked a significant shift in queer representation in mainstream media, introducing a wave of shows that brought LGBTQ+ stories into the spotlight. Earlier portra…

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About the Host

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Rob Loveless

Rob Loveless is the host of A Jaded Gay podcast, focusing on LGBTQ+ empowerment through pop culture, politics, and dating hardships. Blending humor, vulnerability, and open discussions, the podcast delves into a wide range of topics and invites listeners into a supportive and inclusive space where they can find solace, inspiration, and a sense of belonging.

Reviews

One of my favorites!

"This is one of my favorite podcasts! Rob is fun to listen to and I get so much out of each episode. Thank you, Rob for being so fun and informative!"

Rob F W | Sept. 25, 2022

The Pod that started it all #nonjaded

"This Pod and the topics Rob covers was the drop of water that kicked off a journey for me that has had a profound ripple effect. Getting insight to gay micro traumas, people pleasing, perfectionism, …"

SamJo STL | June 22, 2023