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S03 E10: Don't Be A Drag, Just Be A Queen

U/A 13+ • Education • Society & Culture • Health & Fitness

On this episode, Navin and Farhad talk to the Drag Queen, Sushant Divgikar about his journey as he takes on different roles of being a host, a model, a video jockey, a performer and the list goes on. Known as Rani KoHeNur, Sushant shares what it means to chart the unconventional way that inspires people to come out of the closet. Do we have Drags in our mythology What can you do to represent yourself as part of the community Tune in to this fun conversation to know what it means to create a niche for oneself. You can follow Sushant Divgikar on his instagram handle sushantdivgikr   You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r   You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha   You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • Ep. 00: Preview
    3 min 20 sec

    A show hosted by comedian Navin Noronha, that welcome members from the LGBT community who are out and proud and cover everything from the quirks of their sexuality to how their lives evolved as a queer individual. The idea being to normalise the gay conversation and make everyone realise that it isnt much different for gay folks. LGBT Community

  • Ep. 01 feat. Harrish Iyer
    58 min 12 sec

    In this episode of Keeping it Queer, activist and gay rights advocate Vivek Patil opens up about his early childhood in Vasai, how he found confidence in his sexuality and how he landed in the police commissioners office with a dildo in his hand. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on any of your favourite podcasting apps. Also, follow Keeping it Queer on: Facebook: https://goo.gl/EKPnU6 This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts, come find us:  Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm LGBTQ gayrights Indiangaymen pridemarch homophobia classism rural urbanlife protest freedom Secion377 Indianlaw decriminalization politics queercontent queerpodcast

  • Ep. 02 feat. Vivek Patil
    35 min 40 sec

    In this episode of Keeping it Queer, activist and gay rights advocate Vivek Patil opens up about his early childhood in Vasai, how he found confidence in his sexuality and how he landed in the police commissioners office with a dildo in his hand. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on any of your favourite podcasting apps. Also, follow Keeping it Queer on: Facebook: https://goo.gl/EKPnU6 This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts, come find us:  Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm LGBTQ gayrights Indiangaymen pridemarch homophobia classism rural urbanlife protest freedom Secion377 Indianlaw decriminalization politics queercontent queerpodcast

  • Ep. 03 feat. Sonal Giani
    45 min 5 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, bisexual activist Sonal Giani talks about how she first came to terms with her sexuality, teaches us how to pronounce her surname and also opens up about the homophobia she dealt with at her workplace. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on any of your favourite podcasting apps. Also, follow Keeping it Queer on: Facebook: https://goo.gl/EKPnU6 This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts, come find us:  Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm lgbtq bisexuality gayrights Indiangaycommunity pridemonth january gaypride pridemarch rainbow biphobia homophobia sex lesbian samesex section377

  • Ep. 04 feat. Urmi Jadhav
    36 min 23 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, transgender activist Urmi Jadhav sheds light on the many struggles transgendered individuals go through in India, how they live together as a family and the stigma that stops people from treating them as equals. If youre a young LGBTQ individual looking for someone to talk to, you can reach out to Humsafar Trust on: 022 2667 3800 or visit the centre in Santacruz East. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on iTunes: https://goo.gl/vh7cQp Or you can find us about any app you use to get your podcasts Stitcher, Overcast, Beyond Pod, Podilingus that is not real, but dont you wish it was Also, follow Keeping it Queer on: Facebook: https://goo.gl/EKPnU6 This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts, come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm transgendertransrights transgenderinindia gayrights voicesagainst377 violenceagainstlgbtq queer sexuality orientation maletofemale transitioning sexualawareness

  • Special Edition: Voices from the Mumbai Pride
    14 min 40 sec

    The 2017 Queer Azaadi Mumbai Pride march saw an overwhelming response from LGBTQ individuals and straight allies alike. We go into the thick of it to learn what the Pride march symbolizes for those who were a part of it. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on any of your favourite podcasting apps. Also, follow Keeping it Queer on: Facebook: https://goo.gl/EKPnU6 This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts, come find us:  Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm lgbtq pridemarch gaypride bipride equality sexualorientation marchforrights freedomfrom377 voicesagainst377 queer queerinside HIV awareness

  • Ep. 05 feat. Kartik Sharma and Cleston D'costa
    31 min 4 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, Kartik Sharma and Cleston Dcosta, members of the QGraphy team talk about the role photography can play in activism, the importance of coming out and also why loving yourself can make all the difference. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on iTunes: https://goo.gl/vh7cQp Or you can find us on about any app you use to get your podcasts Stitcher, Overcast, Beyond Pod, Podilingus that is not real, but dont you wish it was Also, follow Keeping it Queer on: Facebook: https://goo.gl/EKPnU6 This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts, come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm LGBTQ photography family comingout closet tumbleout voicesagainst377 sexuality orientation humanrights

  • Ep. 06 feat. Sridhar Rangayan
    36 min 59 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, prominent LGBT filmmaker and cofounder of The Humsafar Trust, Sridhar Rangayan talks about how his movies set out to advocate gay rights and his work with Indias first gay magazine, Bombay Dost. This is part 1 of the conversation, the second part will be available next week. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on any of your favourite podcasting apps. Also, follow Keeping it Queer on: Facebook: https://goo.gl/EKPnU6 This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts, come find us:  Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm LGBTQ filmmaker Humsafar BombayDost comingout closet sexuality orientation humanrights Mumbai

  • Ep. 07 feat. Sridhar Rangayan Part 2
    48 min 37 sec

    In the second part of this conversation with Navin Noronha, filmmaker Sridhar Rangayan opens up about how he met his partner of 22 years, why making films on LGBTQ issues can be daunting and why organising the Kashish film festival tends to be a lot of hard work. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on any of your favourite podcasting apps. Also, follow Keeping it Queer on: Facebook: https://goo.gl/EKPnU6 This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts, come find us:  Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 08 feat. Alok and Shaktii
    38 min 48 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, Navin talks to spoken word performer/activist Alok VaidMenon and their close friend Shaktii. They together talk about the problems faced by trans individuals of colour in America, how they feel living under the homophobic Trump administration and why its okay to not come out. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on iTunes: https://goo.gl/vh7cQp Or you can find us on about any app you use to get your podcasts Stitcher, Overcast, Beyond Pod, Podilingus that is not real, but dont you wish it was Also, follow Keeping it Queer on: Facebook: https://goo.gl/EKPnU6 This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts on the go, download the IVM Podcasts app on Google Play: https://goo.gl/bI1toI Or come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 09 feat. Shruta Neytra
    50 min 39 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, bisexual activist Shruta Neytra talks about her simple life in the lush surroundings of Borivali, going through the phase and getting out of it, and discloses why people in the LGBTQ community know her as MSeal. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on iTunes: https://goo.gl/vh7cQp Or you can find us on about any app you use to get your podcasts Stitcher, Overcast, Beyond Pod, Podilingus that is not real, but dont you wish it was Also, follow Keeping it Queer on: Facebook: https://goo.gl/EKPnU6 This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts on the go, download the IVM Podcasts app on Google Play: https://goo.gl/bI1toI and on iOS: https://goo.gl/9UhnGd Or come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 10 feat. Aditya Joshi
    43 min 38 sec

    In the latest episode of Keeping it Queer, Aditya Joshi, a PHD student and activist, talks about how he was called names for being different, why his sisterinlaw created a fake dating profile, why furry bears are here to stay and most importantly, how he started the Sathi connect cell in IIT Mumbai. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on iTunes: https://goo.gl/vh7cQp Or you can find us on about any app you use to get your podcasts Stitcher, Overcast, Beyond Pod, Podilingus that is not real, but dont you wish it was This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts on the go, download the IVM Podcasts app on Google Play: https://goo.gl/bI1toI and on iOS: https://goo.gl/9UhnGd Or come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 11 feat. Sumit Pawar
    48 min 11 sec

    In this episode, Sumit Pawar of QKnit and Yaariyan, opens up about: The need to mobilize the LGBTQ youth. How to tackle gossipy relatives. Where he gets inspiration for his unique attires at the Pride. Why sexism and homophobia go hand in hand in the Indian society. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on iTunes: https://goo.gl/vh7cQp Or you can find us on about any app you use to get your podcasts Stitcher, Overcast, Beyond Pod, Podilingus that is not real, but dont you wish it was This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts on the go, download the IVM Podcasts app on Google Play: https://goo.gl/bI1toI and on iOS: https://goo.gl/9UhnGd Or come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 12 feat. Mili Sethia
    45 min 31 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, graphic artist Mili Sethia opens up about:  Her imaginary friends in school. How she learned kickboxing and ballet in the same year. Why Gen Z has better makeup skills. How a seminaked Shakti Kapoor got her hired. Why she prefers to identify as queer. The Keeping it Queer podcast is available on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/ZpfjJY You can also find it on iTunes: https://goo.gl/vh7cQp Or you can find us on about any app you use to get your podcasts Stitcher, Overcast, Beyond Pod, Podilingus that is not real, but dont you wish it was This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts on the go, download the IVM Podcasts app on Google Play: https://goo.gl/bI1toI and on iOS: https://goo.gl/9UhnGd Or come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 13 feat. Rakesh
    29 min 46 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, Navin interacts with Rakesh from Gaurav CBO, who helps counsel young LGBT individuals and male sex workers. Though he isnt out of the closet, this man has helped save so many lives and we get a glimpse of his personal life too. This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts on the go, download the IVM Podcasts app on Google Play: https://goo.gl/bI1toI and on iOS: https://goo.gl/9UhnGd Or come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 14 feat. PK aka Prachi
    1 hr 9 min 43 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, PK Bhai aka Prachi Kathale, opens up about: Why she never had to officially come out of the closet. How she fell in love with a girl at the age of 6. How her friend was extorted for being gay. Her views about relationships within the LGBT community. This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts on the go, download the IVM Podcasts app on Google Play: https://goo.gl/bI1toI and on iOS: https://goo.gl/9UhnGd Or come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 15 feat. Divya Roop
    1 hr 4 min 51 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, Navin talks to Divya Roop, a gender nonconforming androgynous blogger. On the show, he opens up about: How he grew up in different cultures across different states in India. How he first discovered gay porn. How religious scriptures are misinterpreted by bigots. How he was physically assaulted by homohobes and how he made them pay for it. This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts on the go, download the IVM Podcasts app on Google Play: https://goo.gl/bI1toI and on iOS: https://goo.gl/9UhnGd Or come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 16 feat. Sakshi
    47 min 57 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, Sakshi, founder of Gaysi Family http://gaysifamily.com/, opens up about: Why she never had to go through the coming out experience. What the heydays of blogging were like. How stories of Indian Lesbian, Bisexual and Trans women need to be told. How the famous Dirty Talk open mic was born. Why she decided to publish a fullblown LGBTQ magazine. This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts on the go, download the IVM Podcasts app on Google Play: https://goo.gl/bI1toI and on iOS: https://goo.gl/9UhnGd Or come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 17 feat. Gautam Yadav
    1 hr 4 min 57 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, Gautam Yadav, program officer for Humsafar Trust, talks to Navin about: Why he decided to come out to his dad first. The incident that convinced him to leave school for good. What it is like to be a PLHIV in India and the medication involved. What he hopes to achieve with his venture, Youth Lead. This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts on the go, download the IVM Podcasts app on Google Play: https://goo.gl/bI1toI and on iOS: https://goo.gl/9UhnGd Or come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 18 feat. Shiv Pandit and Siddharth Menon
    38 min 53 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, Navin Noronha talks to the cast of the film LOEV, a gay love story set against a road trip. Cast members Shiv Pandit and Siddharth Menon open up about: What it is like to get into the skin of a gay character. How director Sudanshu Saria wowed the actors with his script and filmmaking techniques. The difficulties of shooting a kissing scene in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra. How they feel about Bollywoods gay curse. This is an IVM Production for more such awesome podcasts on the go, download the IVM Podcasts app on Google Play: https://goo.gl/bI1toI and on iOS: https://goo.gl/9UhnGd Or come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm

  • Ep. 19 feat. Jerry Johnson
    54 min 3 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, Jerry Johnson, prominent gay rights advocate, opens up about: Why old aunties believed he could perform miracles. What his experiences with his previous relationships have taught him. Why falling out of love is okay. The need to be open about your sexuality in your workplace. You can also check out The Myth Culture Podcast, which Jerry cohosts with author Devdutt Patnaik, here: http://www.audiomatic.in/category/themythculturepodcast/ You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • Ep. 20 feat. Gauri Sawant
    44 min 15 sec

    On the season finale of Keeping it Queer, prominent Transgender activist Gauri Sawant, opens up about: Why she had to leave her family behind. The creative ways she likes to abuse. Why she decided to adopt Gayatri as her daughter. What being a mother is truly like. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E01: Sadhna Prasad and Shanthi Sonu (Aravani Art Project)
    44 min 48 sec

    Navin is joined by Sadhna Prasad and Shanthi Sonu, members of The Aravani Art Project, who discuss how they are reaching out and encouraging conversations surrounding the transgender community across the country through wall art. In the all new Culture Vulture segment, Farhad Karkaria recommends a TV show that he can relate to his own life as a queer person. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E02: Koninika Roy
    50 min 15 sec

    This week on Keeping it Queer, Navin is joined by Koninika Roy, the Advocacy Manager at The Humsafar Trust. She opens up about her experience of being queer and desi in London and how she got involved in LBT rights. She also tells us how her team reaches out to young bi, lesbian or trans women who are put under house arrest or face domestic violence. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin discuss weird orgasms and aesthetic sex scenes in films and TV shows. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E03: Ghazal Dhaliwal and Jerry Johnson
    54 min 3 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, Navin is joined by writers Ghazal Dhaliwal and Jerry Johnson, who both talk about how mainstream literature and films need an upgrade and also explain why queer people dont need to be accepted by people. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad recommends a book that deals with growing up queer. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E04: Savio Mascarenhas
    51 min 54 sec

    This week on KeepingitQueer, Navin is joined by Savio Mascarenhas, founder of Color Positive, who opens up about growing up gay in a joint family setting, enjoying the stage and sharing its joy with others. In the CultureVulture segment, Farhad recommends a film whilst also divulging a story about a kite, a cliff and rubbing one out. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E05: Maya the Drag Queen and Rani Ko-He-Nur
    32 min 25 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, we meet two drag queens from India, Maya aka Alex Mathew and Rani KoHeNur aka Sushant Divgikar. Listen as they throw shade each other, serve fish and explain several colorful terms from the world of drag. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad recommends musicians who are a far cry from the regular gay divas and he also ends up learning what the Kiki means. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E06: Darshil
    34 min 17 sec

    This week we meet Darshil S, a young chef who has been actively involved in organizing the Mr Gay World India pageant. He opens up about how he got involved with the LGBTQ community, whats it like living as a gay Desi man in Australia and how exploring sexual fetishes can help make the world a better place. In the Culture Vulture segment of the show, Farhad talks about unique social dating apps that no ones heard about and opens up about kinks and sexual desires. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E07: Aruna Desai and Padma Iyer
    39 min 22 sec

    On this very special episode of Keeping it Queer, we meet two mothers Aruna Desai and Padma Iyer. They open up about whats it like to accept your child as queer and the many learnings that come with it. In the Culture Vulture segment, Navin and Farhad talk about the Oscarnominated queer films and how they have evolved over time. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E08: Daniel Mendonca
    35 min 7 sec

    This week on KeepingitQueer, we meet Daniel Mendonca, who proudly represents the I in the LGBTQIA spectrum. Having been longtime friends with Navin, Daniel opens up about the many ups and downs he has faced and why he believes Christianity has space to evolve. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E09: Ray
    38 min 57 sec

    On this episode of KeepingitQueer, we meet Ray, a spoken word artist and social impact specialist. She opens up about how growing up Queer came with jeers, taunts and mental trauma. She also sheds light on how a body cleanse helped her cope with a lot in life. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin discuss the best gay relationships in TV shows. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E10: Siddhant and Kiran
    40 min 20 sec

    On this episode, Navin talks to Siddhant More and Kiran, who identify as transmen. Siddhant opens up about how he underwent sex reassignment surgery and how his friends supported him, while Kiran opens up about his passion for the queer community and how he too hopes to fully transition into a male.Tune in to listen to their inspiring story. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad recommends some movies that fall in the STD Horror genre. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E11: Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil
    49 min 19 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, we are honored to be joined by Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil, a role model for several queer people in India. Navin talks to him about what it was like for him to come out as gay despite being from a royal family, what he thinks of heritage and a lineage, and also drops an XMen reference. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad tells Navin about the resurgence of aesthetic porn. Watch the short NDTV Documentary, Married in Public, Gay in Private here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv1Gei7JgOM9I You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E12: Deb, Ankit and Arundhati
    1 hr 7 min 43 sec

    This week on Keeping it Queer, we meet Deb and Ankit, two young gay men who found love in each other. Joining them in the studio is Debs mother Arundhati, who talks about how she always knew her son was gay and also dishes out some secrets In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin talk about evolution of Queer themes in the Hindi film industry. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E13: Shobhna S Kumar
    39 min 24 sec

    This week on Keeping it Queer, we met Shobhna S Kumar, founder of QueerInk.com. She talks about how love convinced her to make Mumbai her home, her fascination with books and the role literature, films and the arts play in helping queer artists and their admirers throughout the world cope with the anxiety of coming out of the closet. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin delve deep into the wonderful new reboot of Queer Eye. You can talk to Shobhna here: infoqueerink.com Check out her work on the Queer Ink Website: http://queerink.com/ You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E14: Sridhar and Shibu (Kashish Film Festival)
    48 min 16 sec

    This week on Keeping it Queer, we focus on the upcoming KASHISH Mumbai International Queer Film Festival. And to talk about it, we have Sridhar Rangayan and Shibu Thomas from the KASHISH team joining Navin in the studio. They discuss the joys and difficulties of putting a film festival together, the waves the films have created in India and abroad, and also touch upon the weirdest question people ask queer folks. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad talks about a film that showcases a comingofage story of a young gay man. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E15: Anuja and Rupa
    39 min 18 sec

    This week on Keeping it Queer, we are joined by Anuja Parikh and Rupa Sengupta, an out and proud lesbian couple responsible for the new venture, Parched. They talk about how they hope to create safe spaces for the queer community and its allies. They also delve deep into weird tinder dates, the L word and dealing with family at parties and stalkers on Instagram. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad talks about the cutest bromances in TV shows and films. Follow Parched here for more updates: https://www.facebook.com/parchedindia/ You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E16: Feat. Pradipta Ray
    1 hr 11 min 25 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, Navin is joined by filmmaker Pradipta Ray, who talks about the confusion over her name, what it was like to identify as trans in a culturally affluent household, her grandfathers erotica collection and why Hindi films have contributed a lot to the constant fears women live with. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin talk about coping with loss, and two films that portray that queer characters dealing with tragedy. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E17: Praful Baweja
    1 hr 5 min 25 sec

    This week on Keeping it Queer, Navin talks to Praful Baweja, cofounder of Six Degrees, a growth network for Indian LGBTQ individuals to meet connect recruit share skills leads referrals and empower each other. He opens up about: His fascination with books from an early age. Being there when the Mumbai Pride first started. Why he feels its okay to move on to curation of other events for the queer communities. How the allies are coming out in support of the community. On the Cultrue Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin discuss queer standup comedians, who are using jokes to get the stories of their struggles out there. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E18: Danish Sheikh (Playwright of Contempt)
    40 min 31 sec

    This week on Keeping it Queer, Navin talks to Danish Sheikh, a human rights lawyer who is taking the fight against Section 377 beyond the courtroom and onto the stage, with his latest theatre production, Contempt. He talks to us about the idea behind the play and why he believes that tapping into the anger the queer population in India feels is necessary to challenge the authorities. On the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin delve deep into their sexting habits and discuss a film that has sexting in the center of a controversy. Check out IVM Likes feat. Farhad here: http://ivmpodcasts.com/ivmlikesepisodelist/2018/5/14/ep69eroticast You can find tickets for the play here: https://www.oddbird.org/event/reserve/contempt You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E19: Feat. Ankit Dasgupta
    54 min 31 sec

    This week, we meet Ankit Dasgupta, who manages social media content for Mirror Now, a reputed news channel. How he first came out to his mom. Whats it like to be openly gay in a massive news channel. What was it like to be a part of Flash Mob. Why news debates are necessary, but in a controlled manner. On the Culture Vulture segment of the show, Farhad and Navin talk about their childhood crushes and recommend some cool reboots. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E20: Feat. Devdutt Pattanaik
    55 min 28 sec

    On this episode of Keeping it Queer, author Devdutt Pattanaik joins Navin to have an indepth discussion about: How he was first introduced to Indian mythology. How people dont read enough history before interpreting religion. How Indias greatest monk wrote the best book on erotica. How he was exposed to all kinds of cultures as a child in the PreHindutva era. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin take an indepth at the new film Love, Simon and the issues surrounding it. You can talk to Devdutt at devduttmyth Follow Navin on Twitter houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • (Rebroadcast) S02 E20: Devdutt Pattanaik
    57 min 56 sec

    We are rebroadcasting Episode.20 from the second season of Keeping It Queer to understand our myths better. On this episode of Keeping it Queer, author Devdutt Pattanaik joins Navin to have an indepth discussion about: How he was first introduced to Indian mythology. How people dont read enough history before interpreting religion. How Indias greatest monk wrote the best book on erotica. How he was exposed to all kinds of cultures as a child in the PreHindutva era. In the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin take an indepth at the new film Love, Simon and the issues surrounding it. You can talk to Devdutt at devduttmyth Follow Navin on Twitter houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E21: Dan Rebello (Queer Rave)
    42 min 26 sec

    This week on Keeping it Queer, teacher and Instagrammer Dan Rebello joins Navin to talk about: Whats it like to not conform to one gender. How they deal with their overinquisitive extended family. How society is not equipped to accommodate non binary individuals. What their Instagram campaign Dekhi Andekhi is all about. On Culture Vulture, Farhad and Navin discuss toxic masculinity and a TV series that breaks that mould. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E22: Vivek Tejuja
    53 min 12 sec

    On Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to Vivek Tejuja, major book nerd and critic. He opens up about: Discovering great erotica through books. Watching queer films on Indian movie channels late at night. The 10 LGBTthemed book every queer kid should read. How most of the shows we grew up with have queer undertones. Vivek tweets at vivkeisms On the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin discuss fetishes and weird things that turn them on. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E23: Ishaan Sethi
    39 min 19 sec

    On Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to Ishaan Sethi, CoFounder, and CEO, Delta App. He opens up about: His journey about being accepted as a gay man in the U.S and then in India. Setting up an app to promote inclusion for the LGBT community in the country. The specifications that differentiate Delta from other networking and dating apps. The stories, that have come out of this app, the responses to the platform, from across the country. Ishaan tweets at IshaanSethi Download the app from the Google Store here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details and check out the website https://www.thedeltaapp.com/ On the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin discuss the FIFA fallouts and the football fever. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E24: Ishmeet Nagpal
    56 min 50 sec

    On Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to gender rights activist, writer and poet Ishmeet Nagpal. She is also the CoFounder, SXonomics and works with Save the Children, India. She opens about: Her journey with fighting for womens rights and her experiences of being stalked and harassed in Harayana. How incels are coming in the way of womens freedom and rights. How society pressurizes women, irrespective of the different stages in life. The real reasons behind acid attacks. Ishmeet tweets at IshmeetNagpal Download the app from the Google Store here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details and check out the website https://www.thedeltaapp.com/ On the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin couldnt help but bring up the aunty who says, Hi friends, chai pilo What a rage The two of them also discuss lesbiancentric popculture and lots more You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E25: Ankit Bhuptani
    57 min 10 sec

    On Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to social worker, gay rights activist, founder and chairperson of GALVA Gay Lesbian Vaisnava Association, Mumbai. He opens up about: His coming out at the age of 17. How and why he founded GALVA in Mumbai. His perspective about inclusion through faith. How he went around the country in trains to talk about LGBT rights. On the Culture Vulture segment, Farhad and Navin riffraff about some recent Bollywood films they watched and didnt really like. Navin also brings up his recent obsession with queer voguing videos and lots more Ankit tweets at krishnasankit Download the app from the Google Store here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details and check out the website https://www.thedeltaapp.com/ You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E26: Sex Rated with Esha and Sneha
    1 hr 11 min 39 sec

    On Keeping it Queer this week, Navin and Farhad talk to Esha Paul and Sneha Nair, the producers of the series, Sex Rated: A Vice Guide to Sex in India. https://video.vice.com/enin/show/sexratedtheviceguidetosexinindia They talk about: The notions of sex they had, growing up. The sex toys they have used and the different props they discovered while working on the series. How the four of them were first exposed to porn and content about sex. What the state of porn is in the country and how there are attempts being made to curb porn addiction. How there are certain groups that educate and come together discussing BDSM, kink and of course, consent. Talking about all things sex in this episode, the Culture Vulture segment is all about recommendations of some cool and much more needed content about positive sex Esha tweets at eshapaul4 https://twitter.com/eshapaul4, Sneha tweets at snehanair13 https://twitter.com/snehanair13langen Download the app from the Google Store here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details and check out the website https://www.thedeltaapp.com/ You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E27: Parmesh Shahani
    1 hr 3 min 38 sec

    On Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to Author of Gay Bombay and the Head of the Godrej Culture Lab: Parmesh Shahani. They talk about: Parmeshs early days as a Sindhi boy from Colaba, what his sense of inclusion is and his journey with selfdiscovering his sexuality. How Parmesh is the diva of Viva Vikhroli His work with India Culture Lab and collaborating with other corporates and colleges for LGBT inclusion. On the Culture Vulture segment, Navin and Farhad go down south with their choice of films and men Parmesh tweets at parmeshs https://twitter.com/parmeshs Download the app from the Google Store here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details and check out the website https://www.thedeltaapp.com/ You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E28: Durga Gawde
    1 hr 10 min 33 sec

    On Keeping it Queer this week, Navin talks to artist and activist Durga Gawde. Their drag name is Shakti. They talk about: Durgas journey with her gender fluidity. How their parents created an artistic environment for them. What Durgas parents thought about gender roles and how it made an impact on Durga. Durgas days at the Srishti School of Art, Design and Technology in Bangalore and The Rhode Island School of Design, America.   On the Culture Vulture segment, Navin and Farhad pick on Sacred Games and some more current hot picks from pop culture, talking about the portrayal of transgender people. Durga is on Instagram at durgagawdestudiohttps://www.instagram.com/durgagawdestudio/hlen Download the app from the Google Store here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details and check out the website https://www.thedeltaapp.com/ You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E29: Manak Matiyani
    41 min 9 sec

    On this episode of Keeping It Queer, Navin speaks to Manak Mataiyani, Executive Director, YP Foundation. Manak is a feminist queer activist facilitating youth leadership for social change. He opens up about: Growing up gay in Delhi and dealing with coming out during his college days. How he came to be a feminist in his approach. His work with the YP Foundation, focussing on gender and sexuality. His involvement with the Delhi Pride. On the Culture Vulture segment, Navin and Farhad talk about well Navins favourite M word Marijuana and its potrayal in some films and TV series in the recent past. Manak is on twitter and instagram as Dafliwala https://twitter.com/Dafliwala Download the app from the Google Store here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details and check out the website https://www.thedeltaapp.com/ You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S02 E30: Ashok Row Kavi
    1 hr 18 min 33 sec

    On the season finale of Keeping It Queer, Navin speaks to one of Indias early LGBT activists journalist and writer, Ashok Row Kavi. Ashok is credited to having founded India’s first LGBT magazine in 1990 Bombay Dost and The Humsafar Trust in 1994. He discusses: His early days as a gay journalist and writer in the country. How he came out in a Hindu monastery. The queer community as part of the Indian popculture culture. The politics of shame. On the Culture Vulture segment, Navin and Farhad discuss some of their worst experiences on dates theyve been to and share their cynical thoughts about relationships and casual equations. They end the segment and the show with some popculture recommendations about love, family and relationships. Ashok is on twitter as Amma29 Download the app from the Google Store here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details and check out the website https://www.thedeltaapp.com/ You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E01: Reunion
    38 min 22 sec

    Welcome to the third season of Keeping It Queer. This time around, we have double dose of everything from stories, to discussions, to opinions. We also have a fulltime cohost Farhad Karkaria along with Navin Noronha. On the first episode, they discuss how life has changed after Section 377 was struck down. What does it mean to come out How is coming out to ones parents different than coming out to the public What if you are a public figure Both the hosts give a sneak peek into their journey of coming out to their parents and growing up in that process. Tune in to the beginning of this ride which questions established structures and breaks the stereotypes along the way You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E02: #MeToo
    40 min 47 sec

    On the second episode of our queer podcast, our hosts Navin Noronha and Farhad Karkaria are joined by the Social Media Influencer and Writer, Mahima Kukreja. She led the bandwagon of MeToo movement in India and addressed issues around it. Mahima talks about the movement and its repercussions. Can there be an apology for the same Has MeToo reached queer spaces Who is allowed to call out the harassment Tune in to this discussion where Mahima, Farhad and Navin articulate what can be a safespace Follow Mahima Kukreja on instagram handle AGirlOfHerWords You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle  theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle  houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E03: Straight Pride
    33 min 54 sec

    On this episode, Navin and Farhad discuss Why Straight Pride with our straight guest Abbas Momin who is a standup comedian. Navin throws light on the history of the pride month and traces its importance for LGBTQAI community. Farhad joins in with his observations about the Pride Walk and Abbas gives his side of the story when he joins in the walk as a straight guy. Do we need a straight pride Is it another form of practicing homophobia Tune in to the episode to understand how colors and exuberance of a pride month mean much more than its face value. You can follow Abbas Momin on his instagram handle abbasmomin88 You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E04: Fag Hag
    34 min 48 sec

    On this episode, Navin Noronha introduces his fag hag Jeeya Sethi to Farhad Karkaria. They discuss the term fag hag and what role does that play in a gay persons life. Can there be a bad fag hag Navin and Jeeya go down the memory lane about how they met and how they work as each others support system. Tune in to this episode to get a peep into funny anecdotes from Farhad and Navins life. You can follow Jeeya Sethi on her instagram handle jeeyadhadkdhadk You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E05: Saahas Group Therapy
    1 hr 0 min 43 sec

    On the fifth episode, Navin Noronha and Farhad Karkaria are joined by Jagruti Wandrekar and Advaita Nigudkar, Queer Affirmative Therapists. They share how fanfiction helped them to come out and how they began Saahas therapy group as a queerfriendly space. They explain the queer affirmative counseling approach, group therapy format and Cognitive Behavior Therapy. They ask important questions like how accessible is therapy How affordable is it Can therapy be gendersensitive What does it mean to be misgendered Tune in to this episode to understand intersectionality in the Mental Health Space of LGBTQAI community. You can follow Saahas on their facebook page SAAHAS. Follow Saahas on their instagram account saahastherapygroup. Link to the iCALL Psychological Helpline to get the updated list of Mental Health Professionals we can trust: https://www.facebook.com/helplineicall/posts/weresharingheretheupdatedlistofmentalhealthprofessionalswecantrustw/1663493417046161/ You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E06: Monogamy
    36 min 32 sec

    On this episode, Farhad and Navin are joined by Standup Comedian Jeeya Sethi to discuss monogamy. They discuss the generational shift of how relationship and commitment is perceived by their parents viz the youngsters today. Are there any loopholes in the concept of monogamy What is a toxic relationship Do open marriages or open relationships work Join our hosts and the guest on this open conversation about all things open ended and in the state of fluidity be it identity or a relation You can follow Jeeya Sethi on her instagram handle jeeyadhadkdhadk You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E07: Gay Pageants
    58 min

    On this episode, Farhad and Navin are joined by Suresh Ramdas, Mr.Gay World India 2019. He shares his journey of going through Gay Pageant and why are these representations important in a queer space. How is it more than the fanfare of appearance What are some other ways for him to actively support the cause after Section.377 has been struck down Tune in to this teteatete where Navin, Farhad and Suresh open up about the Transgender representation in LGBTQAI. You can follow Suresh Ramdas on his instagram handle sr81mgwi You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E08: STIgma
    1 hr 7 min 44 sec

    On this episode, Farhad and Navin talk to the Queer Mental Health Professional, Richa Vashista. She shares her journey of coming out and working with queer communities to talk about the stigma around HIV and Sexually Transmitted Infections. What is highrisk behaviour What is condom negotiation and how can one practice selfcare How does Humsafar help people by talking about physical, mental and sexual health Has STI been misrepresented in Pop culture Tune in to steer clear of all the doubts you have around this STIgma. You can follow Richa Vashista on her instagram handle richa3. You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E09: Tik Tok and Tech Talk
    38 min 45 sec

    On this episode, Navin and Farhad talk about their favorite Tik Tok videos and how technology has affected their lives. Is it the emerging genre of comedy Is there something queer in the videos where a guy plays the role of a girl Does it allow role play and gender bending Tune in to know how tech savvy your hosts are and how have they used these platforms for Keeping It Queer You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E11: Straight Dating vs Gay Dating
    49 min 9 sec

    On this episode, Farhad Karkaria introduces his straight best friend, Mansher Dhillon, a Life Enthusiast and Web Series Creator to Navin Noronha. They discuss how dating differs for a straight person in comparison to a queer person. Have we become more open than the previous generation Have guys become more conscious after the metoo wave What does it take to be an ally Tune in to this fun conversation which is filled with insights on all kinds of dating scene. You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E12: Body Image Issues
    1 hr 5 min 7 sec

    On the Producer Special, Navin Noronha and Farhad Karkaria are joined by the Producer at IVM Podcasts, Madhuri Adwani. They talk about body image issues related to size, color, ailments etc. Where does the body stand in relation to ones experiences and perceptions Does the societal conditioning cause damage to ones idea of the self Tune in to this episode where they share anecdotes of their life that shaped their idea of the body image. You can follow Madhuri on her instagram handle madad13. You can also follow Madhuris YouTube channel: Madhuri Adwani You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E13: Adulting 101
    51 min 43 sec

    On this episode of Keeping It Queer, Mansher Dhillon joins Navin and Farhad for yet another conversation on adulting which revolves around their finances, friendships, jobs, cooking, selfcare and more. Is there anything queer in growing up the way you do Tune in to this fun ride as they take you through their insecurities and experiences that made them what you call an adult. You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E14: Capturing Trans Lives Through The Lens
    52 min 11 sec

    On this episode, Navin and Farhad talk to the Photographer Praveena Venugopal about her perspectives captured through the lens. She discusses her photography project Beyond Gender where she captured Scottish Queer Lives. What does a photograph represent Could it tell a queer story What impact can an artwork create Tune in to this episode which has detailed photographic and other sensory details about all things queer. You can follow Praveena Venugopal on her instagram handle: praveenaphotos You can follow her photography projects on her official website: https://praveenaphotos.squarespace.com/ You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E15: Girl With A Beard
    1 hr 4 min 12 sec

    On this episode, Farhad and Navin are joined by the Performing Artist, Swapnil Alizeh, who has reclaimed the title Girl With A Beard. She shares her journey of being gender fluid and embracing the idenity of Alizeh. What is her story Why does she hate Bollywood movies with cliched representations of trans lives What is true love Tune in to listen to Alizeh open up about her experiences so far as Navin and Farhad add their humorous anecdotes to this conversation. You can follow Swapnil Alizeh on her instagram handle: girlwithabeard You can follow Color Positive and their amazing work on: color.positive You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E16: Queering Politics
    1 hr 6 min 55 sec

    On this episode, Navin and Farhad are joined by the Director of Dara Shikoh Fellowship, Anish Gawande, who throws light on everything political from voting to the Kashmir issue. Have we ever looked at the queer perspective of these issues Who are the candidates supporting LGBTQIA community How does a queer lover express during the communication blockade in Kashmir Tune in to this political understanding from a queer eye to gauge the deeper understanding of issues surrounding us. This time its political on Keeping It Queer. You can follow Anish Gawandes work on the Pink List of India on the instagram handle: pinklistindia You can follow Anish Gawande on his instagram handle: anishgawande Follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle  theqr8r Follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle  houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E17: Adolescence and Crushes
    1 hr 1 min 56 sec

    On this episode, Farhad and Navin are joined by Anish Gawande to discuss their celebrity crushes and fantasies around it. They share the experience of watching equivalenttoporn videos they would jerk off to, falling in love with Shahid Kapoor phase, straight conventional guys playing queer roles and more. Tune in to this episode as you get to revisit your crushes as adolescents and how it taught you to embrace queer aspect of your personality. You can follow Anish Gawandes work on the Pink List of India on the instagram handle:pinklistindia You can follow Anish Gawande on his instagram handle: anishgawande Follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r Follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E18: Asexuality - Not A Myth
    54 min 35 sec

    On this episode, Navin and Farhad are joined by their show Producer at IVM Podcasts, Madhuri Adwani to understand asexuality. They bust various myths around asexuality while also discussing the ACE spectrum. Is sex the base of every relationship How are asexual people perceived Why is it still treated as invisible on the LGBTQIA spectrum Tune in to find out what it means to be an ACE and how not to stereotype when someone comes out as one. Find out more about asexuality on AVEN The Asexual Visibility and Education Network: https://www.asexuality.org/ You can follow Madhuri on her instagram handle madad13. You can also follow Madhuris YouTube channel: Madhuri Adwani You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

  • S03 E19: Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
    47 min

    On the last episode of this season, Navin and Farhad talk about breakups. Why do relationships often end on a nasty note Is there a better way of calling it off Can there be an ideal breakup Tune in to the season finale where our hosts share their experiences of dealing with a breakup and becoming a better person as they overcome it. You can follow Farhad Karkaria on his instagram handle theqr8r You can follow Navin Noronha on his instagram handle houseofnoronha You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

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Education, Society & Culture, Health & Fitness

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IVM Podcasts