A Jaded Gay

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

Dec. 17, 2024

133. Best of Guests (2024): Part 2

As the end of the year approaches, it’s important to take a retrospective look to appreciate the challenges overcome, goals achieved, and lessons learned. In doing so, we can use the knowledge gained to build a stronger foun…
Dec. 10, 2024

132. Best of Guests (2024): Part 1

As the end of the year approaches, it’s important to take a retrospective look to appreciate the challenges overcome, goals achieved, and lessons learned. In doing so, we can use the knowledge gained to build a stronger foun…
Dec. 3, 2024

131. Ringing in Controversy: The Salvation Army's Complicated Relationship with the LGBTQ+ Community

Since 1865, the Salvation Army has provided social services, such as shelter, food, and rehabilitation programs, to people in need. While known for its goodwill and iconic holiday red kettle campaign, the organization has fa…
Nov. 26, 2024

130. Pride in Motion: Inclusive Fitness and Body-Positive Coaching (with Roy Belzer)

In previous episodes, we’ve delved into the complex relationship gay men often have with body image shaped by societal expectations and stereotypes that idealize a lean, muscular physique, leading many to experience feelings…
Nov. 19, 2024

129. The Gay Wellness Revolution (with Peter DeWitt)

In most episodes, we often discuss how gay men face unique mental health challenges due to societal stigma, discrimination, and internalized stress, which can exacerbate issues like anxiety and depression. Prioritizing menta…
Nov. 12, 2024

128. Situationships: What's the Sitch?

Situationships are undefined romantic or sexual relationships that lack clear commitment or future plans, often leading to ambiguous expectations between partners. For some gay men, growing up in a heteronormative society ca…

Recent Blog Posts

In the Line of Fire: The Crisis Facing Ukraine's LGBTQ+ Community

By All Means, Keep Complaining About Increasing Gas Prices While LGBTQ+ Ukrainians Fight for Their Lives Over three years into Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, much of the world's attention has shifted away from the human toll of the …

The Ripple Effects of the "Don't Say Gay" Bill on LGBTQ+ Communities

Dear Florida: We're Here. We're Queer. Get Used to It. Throughout 2022, Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill, officially titled the Florida Parental Rights in Education Act, dominated headlines and ignited nationwide debates. The controversial law has ne…

Disco Fever: A Celebration of Queerness and Cultural Resilience

Queerness and Revolution Go Hand in Hand on the Dancefloor Disco, often remembered for its iconic bell bottoms, roller skates, and glittery nightlife, has a much deeper cultural and historical significance, especially within the queer community. Wh…

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.