Episode 5: Behind the Scenes with Stonewall

05/26/23 • 18 min

🌈 Get ready to tune in to "The Outtakes" podcast, where we're diving deep into the world of LGBTQ+ empowerment! 🎙️ Join us as we sit down with Adam Barkes, the Associate Director of Education, Youth & Sport at Stonewall, for an enlightening conversation.
In this episode, we'll be exploring the crucial work of safeguarding LGBTQ+ individuals in education and empowering them to embrace their authentic selves. We'll discuss recent policies and legislation aimed at creating safe spaces in education and the significance of representation in both the curriculum and the culture of schools and colleges.
We'll also dive into the impact of historical events like Section 28, and the importance of political activism in driving positive change for LGBTQ+ rights. Adam will share insights on the invaluable role of queer educators in shaping the educational landscape and the support systems that enable them to bring their true, authentic selves to work.
Join us as we uncover the transformative power of inclusive teaching practices, and how they contribute to students' well-being and academic success. We'll also explore exciting initiatives like the Young Futures Project—a digital platform empowering LGBTQ+ youth—and Stonewall's collaborations with student groups to foster inclusive environments through inclusion training.
Don't miss this inspiring episode of "The Outtakes" as we celebrate LGBTQ+ advocacy, discuss the importance of representation, and uncover the impactful work being done to empower LGBTQ+ individuals in education. Together, let's embrace a future where everyone can thrive and be celebrated for who they truly are. 🏳️‍🌈✨

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Episode 4: Behind the Scenes with Varuna Srinivasan

After a short break, The Outtakes is back! On this week's episode, we are joined by Varuna Srinivasan. Varuna is a sexual health expert, content creator and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, who uses her digital platform to make sexual health education and empowerment more accessible to POC communities.
Through the wonders of a Transatlantic Zoom call, Varuna spills the tea on being a sexually empowered queer person growing up in a conservative South Asian community, Biphobia and the challenges Bi+ people face both in and outside the community, as well as the importance of positive representation for Bisexual and POC folks. We'll also be dissecting and disseminating some of the myths and misinformation surrounding sex, sexuality, gender and relationships.
So strap in and click play... This is an episode you don't want to miss!!!
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Episode 1: Behind the Scenes with Charlie Craggs

Get ready to kick off Season 2 of The Outtakes podcast with a bang! 🌈🎬
Our first guest, @charlie_craggs, is bringing the sass and sauce as we dive into trans identity, red carpet glam, and curry sauce stains! 🏳️‍🌈
Tune in for all the LGBTQ+ goodness you’ve been waiting for, plus some spicy chat that’ll leave you craving more! 🔥
And if you want some more of Charlie in your life, come on down to #StudentPride 2024 on 23-25th Feb and see our main stage hostess with the mostess 💅
Content warning: this episode contains references to suicide, transphobia, and grief.
The Outtakes is a National Student Pride podcast created by:
Ben Court - Host and Producer
Katie Hill - Producer and Editor
Nils Perez Codesal - Editor
Vismaya Kulkarni - Podcast Engagement Officer