Still Queer as Folk

A critical review and analysis of Showtime's Queer as Folk presented by two bitchy and sometimes jaded gay guys. Listen in as we take apart the stories, screenplays, characters and aspects of the show that haven't aged well. Nothing is off limits, be it music, costumes, sets, or acting. We're huge fans of the show, but you would probably never know it after listening to Still Queer as Folk. All five seasons are covered, recorded between 2018-2021. Check out the Still Queer as Folk UK podcast for our take on the original.

1.01: Premier

Episode 1 of season 1 of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed. In this Episode: Brian and Michael cavort on the roof of a hospital after meeting Brian's new son. Teenager Justin Taylor becomes Brian's one night stand that never went away. Every trick wants to cuddle with Brian, and is being followed home after the bar by the best equipped guy in Pittsburg creepy or cool? Patrick and Matt debate whether this episode still holds up, 17 years after airing. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com    

11-26
42:38

1.02: Queer, There and Everywhere

Episode 2 of season 1 of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed. In this Episode: Justin ups his stalking game with Brian after a creepy look around the locker room. Michael ventures out to a straight bar with his employees with surprising results. Meanwhile, Brian seduces his client in the washroom and we meet Debbie Novotny at the Liberty Diner. Patrick and Matt render their verdict on whether this episode holds up, 17 years after airing. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

11-27
01:08:16

1.03: No Bris, No Shirt, No Service

Episode 3 of season 1 of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed. In this Episode: Things will never be the same for Ted again. Emmett's prostitute raises questions of racism. We find out what trail-mix is all about. And Justin? Let's hear it for the boy! Patrick and Matt critique one of the funniest Queer as Folk episodes of Season 1 and render their verdict on whether the episode still holds up, 17 years after first airing. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

11-28
50:31

1.04: Ted’s Not Dead

Episode 4 of Season 1 of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed. In this episode: Babylon is to die for...for somebody. Justin gets handsy with a football player while Michael and Emmett search Ted's apartment for incriminating evidence. Debbie and Michael return Justin to the Taylor family home while Brian pounces on a hospital orderly. Patrick and Matt discuss the theme of three different mothers with very unique problems with their gay sons. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

11-29
54:25

1.05: Now Approaching...The Line

Episode 5 of season 1 of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Michael fends off Tracy, who doesn't know that he's gay, resulting in Michael getting a little bit more than just a chiropractic adjustment. Brian tests the waters of being an escort in order to land a big contract. Justin and his mother have an awkward group therapy session. Will Michael be able to handle a date at a fancy restaurant with the amorous Doctor? Patrick and Matt discuss Dr. David Cameron's treatment room behavior. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

12-06
01:06:59

1.06: The Art of Desperation

Episode 6 of season 1 of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed. In this Episode: A chiropractor spends 27 minutes working on Michael’s nipples while Jennifer daydreams about her son being bent over a piano by "This Brian." Ted tries to date the "appropriate" Roger, only to learn a few things about himself in the process. Melanie's catty behavior puts her into an awkward situation with the the orally talented chiropractor. At the end, hear Patrick's and Matt's verdict on whether this episode holds up. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

12-13
01:00:02

1.07: Smells like Codependence

Episode 7 of season 1 of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Justin gets a pierced nipple while announcing that he "doesn't do boyfriends." Michael and Dr David go for a romp in the countryside. Justin's father attacks Brian not once, but twice resulting in a new roommate for Brian. Patrick and Matt get into an on-air fight about Brian's motivations surrounding his relationship with Michael and then give their verdict on whether the episode still holds up, 17 years after first airing. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

12-20
01:01:15

1.08: Babylon Boomerang

Episode 8 of of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Michael deviously furthers his career while Justin innocently furthers his relationship with Brian. Brian develops a fondness for jambalaya. We witnesses Craig Taylor's sinister side. Dr David and Michael rush home from the romantic idyll to tend to an uninjured Brian. Not to be outdone, Dr David slips on his club kid clothes and heads for Babylon to lecture Brian. Patrick and Matt debate if the episode still holds up, 17 years after airing. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

12-27
52:07

1.09: Daddy Dearest (Sonny Boy)

Episode 9 of of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Baby Gus is rushed to the hospital, but only one mother counts. At David's dinner party, Michael reveals who gave him crabs during the seafood paella course. Brian has a troubling encounter with his father, who he's not out to. Emmett discovers a few things about himself while in a pornographic dream-state. Co-hosts Patrick and Matt debate if the episode still holds up, 17 years after airing. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

01-03
01:00:58

1.10: Queens of the Road

Episode 10 of of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Justin attends the bday party of his newly hatched little sister. Dr David has dreamy plans for Michael. Justin runs away to New York, with Brian, Michael, Ted and Emmett hot on his trail. Michael puts a wrench in Dr David's plans, and Justin finds a new home after being dragged out of New York by Brian. Co-hosts Patrick and Matt debate if the episode still holds up, 17 years after airing. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

01-10
52:16

1.11: Surprise!

Episode 11 of of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Emmett and Ted cope with an HIV test. Debbie pays Brian a visit to scold him about his treatment of Michael resulting in Brian hosting a surprise birthday party for him. Tracy and Dr. David unexpectedly appear at the party and fireworks ensue when Michael is outed to Tracy and Dr David attacks Brian. Patrick and Matt debate if the episode still holds up, 17 years after airing. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

01-17
01:04:59

1.12: Move it or Lose It

Episode 12 of of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Brian and Michael come to terms with their separation. Michael moves in with Dr. David who quickly undoes all of Michael's new decor choices. Brian and Justin get naked and eat ice cream. Tracy quits the Big Q after being lied to by Michael. By the end of the episode, all sins are forgiven by everyone slighted last episode. Patrick and Matt debate if the episode still holds up, 17 years after airing.  Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

01-24
57:23

1.13: Very Stupid People

Episode 13 of of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Brian runs into trouble after hooking up with a subordinate in and out of the office. Emmett continues to struggle in his attempt to go straight. Melanie cheats on Lindsay and pays a shocking price. Ted hires a porn star to bang Emmett back into his true sexuality. Co-hosts Patrick and Matt debate if the episode still holds up, 17 years after airing.  Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

01-31
01:02:24

1.14: A Change of Heart

Episode 14 of of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Brian's sexual harassment case continues, causing collateral damage to Michael and Dr David's relationship. Emmett takes the next step in gay conversion therapy and has a surprising encounter with Heather. Justin gets involved with Brian's harassment case with surprising results. Co-hosts Patrick and Matt debate if the episode still holds up, 17 years after airing.  Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

02-07
01:01:24

1.15: The Ties That Bind

Episode 15 of of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Ted meets an old college friend who becomes his master. Brian finally comes out to his dying father who meets his grandson Gus for the first time. Melanie saves the day when Justin almost scalds baby Gus. Michael becomes Wicked Step Mother to Dr David's young son. Co-hosts Patrick and Matt debate if the episode still holds up, 17 years after airing.  Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

02-14
01:10:01

1.16: French Fried

Episode 16 of of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: A mysterious Frenchman moves in with Lindsay. Justin makes a real enemy out of Chris Hobbs. Michael is reluctant to embrace his newfound BoyToy status with Dr David. Brian helps Justin plan a condom giveaway at school. Co-hosts Patrick and Matt debate if the episode still holds up, 17 years after airing.  Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

02-21
58:34

1.17 Solution (How TLFKAM Got Her Name Back)

Michael is a changed man after his trip to France with Dr David. Justin has to make a decision about leaving town. Bad News Blake reconnects with Ted. Lindsay and Guillaume move forward with their sham wedding. Dr David and Michael host the A-Gays at their senatorial fundraiser.  Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

02-28
55:46

1.18: Surprise Kill

Episode 18 of of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Ted tries to fix Blake again after finding him tweaking at Babylon. Brian encounters Dr David at the bathhouse causing Michael to rethink his long term relationship and have a hookup of his own. Justin must decide between business school and art school.  Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

03-07
01:05:48

1.19: Good Grief!

Brian faces the reality of his father's death, as everyone tries to tell him how he should be feeling about it. Ted still clings to Blake, even as he descends deeper into crystal meth addiction. Daphne wants her "first" to be with Justin, who readily obliges, not fully appreciating the aftermath of Daphne clinging to him. Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

03-14
01:11:02

1.20: The King of Babylon

Episode 20 of of the US version of Queer as Folk is discussed: Justin goes on offense with an aloof Brian, resulting in him being crowned the King of Babylon. Ted continues to try to fix Blake as he struggles for acceptance from Ted's friends. Vic has a troubling encounter with an undercover policeman. Emmett finds his true love only to lose him before leaving Babylon.  Check out Still Queer as Folk US, Still Queer as Folk UK and our other great shows at slightlyunbalanced.com  

03-21
01:00:29

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