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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.

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Recent Episodes

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173. Why Gay Dating Feels So Limited
Feb. 9, 2026

173. Why Gay Dating Feels So Limited

LGBTQ+ dating often feels like navigating a smaller dating pool, and many gay men turn to dating apps for connection, dates, and hookups. But constant comparison on these platforms can lead gay men to believe there aren’t eno...
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172. Picture It: Ballroom, Drag, and Queer Expression (with Heavens 2 Betsy Stratton)
Feb. 2, 2026

172. Picture It: Ballroom, Drag, and Queer Expression (with Heavens 2 Betsy Stratton)

While drag is a pop culture staple, its roots trace back to the historic Ballroom scene of the 1800s, where Black and Latinx communities built chosen families and celebrated identity through competitive balls. That legacy liv...
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171. Manifest Your Best Year Yet (with Ryan Lu)
Jan. 26, 2026

171. Manifest Your Best Year Yet (with Ryan Lu)

In previous episodes, we explored how to stay focused on attracting the right kinds of guys into our lives and the power of manifestation. As we move into the new year, we have the opportunity to realign our intentions and op...
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170. Why Am I Attracted to Bros?
Jan. 19, 2026

170. Why Am I Attracted to Bros?

In previous episodes, we’ve explored how different expressions of masculinity, from archetypes like Castro Clones and metrosexuality to gym culture, intersect across the gay world. Within subcultures such as bros, leather, an...
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169. Trump Watch 2025
Jan. 12, 2026

169. Trump Watch 2025

Previously, we reviewed the Trump administration’s record on LGBTQ+ rights from 2017 to 2021. As the horrors persist under the new Trump administration, it’s vital to recognize how its actions continue to undermine civil righ...
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168. Real Housewives of Pennsylvania (with Eric Praniewicz)
Dec. 15, 2025

168. Real Housewives of Pennsylvania (with Eric Praniewicz)

For gay men, pop culture and reality TV often provide campy, glamorous spaces that echo queer experiences of self-expression and resilience. The Real Housewives franchise, in particular, captivates with its mix of drama, indi...
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Recent Blog Posts

Feb. 10, 2026

Embracing and Championing the Full Spectrum of Queer Identity

Embracing and Championing the Full Spectrum of Queer Identity
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Feb. 5, 2026

Yas Queen: The Art, Evolution, and Cultural Impact of Drag

Yas Queen: The Art, Evolution, and Cultural Impact of Drag
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Feb. 3, 2026

Pop Culture and Queerness: How Music and Icons Empower LGBTQ+ Identity

Pop Culture and Queerness: How Music and Icons Empower LGBTQ+ Identity
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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
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