Bad Gay: A Cultural Conversation

Join Anthony Casella as he unpacks popular gay culture through candid conversations with artists, professionals, and friends by discussing topics including queer representation in the media, performative masculinity, dating in the age of Grindr, and the idea of living an authentic life in an increasingly superficial world. How does growing up gay affect who we are as adults? What is behind the idea of perfection we are all trying to achieve? Where do gay stereotypes come from and what’s our role in perpetuating them? Are they harmful, and if so, how does that toxicity infiltrate our community? Do we have a community? And why does it seem like so many of us love award shows? He doesn’t have any answers, but he clearly has some questions.

The Queen of Pop

It's Madonna's birthday! To celebrate, Anthony sits down with two hardcore fans (another Anthony and returning guest Brian) to discuss her music, cultural impact, and legacy. 

08-16
40:29

Intersectionality

Anthony is joined by comedian Quin Lamar to discuss the relationship between gay and black culture, representation of queer people of color in entertainment, and racism in the gay community. 

08-03
44:58

For Your Inconsideration

To celebrate the Emmy Award nominations, Anthony and his guest Eric Jay embark on a freewheeling conversation about a wide range of topics including TV and film from the past year, the widening entertainment cultural schism, streaming services, why your grandmother doesn't know who Timothée Chalamet is,  the death of the Golden Globes, and Renée Zellweger.

07-13
48:02

Identity

Anthony and his guest Phillip discuss the gay NYC nightclub The Q, showing up authentically in queer spaces, feeling safe in mixed company, their time at university, and the importance of not canceling. Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review!  Feedback or questions? Email: badgayculture@gmail.com And you can follow Anthony @anthonyfcasella on Instagram

07-08
51:03

Gay Voice

Anthony and his guest Donny Hadfield-Smith unpack the idea of having "gay voice" and the insecurities it can breed. They also discuss the problematic lessons of Will & Grace, James Corden, and straight actors playing gay roles. 

06-24
44:35

Pride

On the debut episode of Bad Gay: A Cultural Conversation, Anthony is joined by his partner Brian to discuss the meaning of Gay Pride, the criticism of corporatization surrounding it, and whether kink has any place in the festivities. 

06-24
40:16

Coming Soon

Join Anthony Casella as he unpacks popular gay culture through candid conversations with artists, professionals, and friends. 

06-08
01:19

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