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On Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel deep dives into the LGBTQ+ stories lighting up our screens — and the people who bring them to life. Each week, she sits down with...
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On Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel deep dives into the LGBTQ+ stories lighting up our screens — and the people who bring them to life.
Each week, she sits down with the stars we love, the creators behind the scenes, and the voices changing the way stories are told. From on-screen firsts to behind-the-scenes breakthroughs, Pride is where iconic characters, coded moments, and groundbreaking storytelling all come together.
Whether it’s a rom-com kiss that made you feel seen, a coming-out arc that hit too close to home, or a soundtrack that screamed queer joy — we’re celebrating it all, and the people making it happen.
Because representation isn’t extra — it’s everything.
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Each week, she sits down with the stars we love, the creators behind the scenes, and the voices changing the way stories are told. From on-screen firsts to behind-the-scenes breakthroughs, Pride is where iconic characters, coded moments, and groundbreaking storytelling all come together.
Whether it’s a rom-com kiss that made you feel seen, a coming-out arc that hit too close to home, or a soundtrack that screamed queer joy — we’re celebrating it all, and the people making it happen.
Because representation isn’t extra — it’s everything.
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15 OCT 2025 · Country-pop singer and songwriter Dasha is proving there’s room for everyone on the dance floor—and on the country charts. From viral line dances to sold-out shows overseas, she’s redefining what it means to be a woman in country music while staying true to her roots.
But that’s just the beginning. In today’s episode, Dasha opens up about:
👢 The breakout success of “Austin” and how a line dance for her viral hit turned into a global fan base
🎤 Navigating trolls, confidence, and the pressure of following up a chart-topping single
🌈 Bringing queer visibility into the country music world and why inclusivity is her message
🎶 Writing her new EP Oh, Anna as a love letter to her younger self
🎢 Balancing messy fun, real storytelling, and the ride of sudden fame
With humor, honesty, and fearless energy, Dasha shows us how to chase dreams, stay authentic, and line dance through it all.
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17 SEP 2025 · Actor, writer, advocate, and nonprofit founder Sarah Ann Masse has built a career out of turning pain into power—on stage, on screen, and in community. From confronting Harvey Weinstein to launching Hire Survivors, Sarah has used her voice to create space for others, while continuing to grow her own artistic journey.
But that’s just the start. Sarah opens up about:🌈 Coming out later in life and finding her place in the queer community🎭 Building Hire Survivors Hollywood and now Broadway to reshape inclusion in entertainment🎶 Workshopping The Right Girl, a Diane Warren–scored musical inspired by survivors’ stories🚛 Writing and starring in Mother Trucker, with Amber Ruffin now attached📚 Developing her YA fantasy adaptation, The Chronicles of Carrigan
Sarah’s blend of resilience, humor, and creativity makes this conversation one you won’t forget.
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3 SEP 2025 · With their new album, Dream Ride, the Aussie singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist G Flip is driving straight into an 80s-inspired world they’ve built from scratch—complete with a hot pink Barracuda, a persona called Butch Springsteen, and songs that pull no punches .
But that’s just the start. G Flip opens up about:
🎸 Writing over 100 songs before narrowing down the new record
🔥 Turning their first queer experiences into euphoric, defiant anthems like “Bed On Fire”
🌈 Why queer joy and representation are at the core of their music
🥁 The thrill of drum cages, sax solos, and bringing full 80s drama to the stage
G Flip’s new album Dream Ride is out September 5th!
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27 AUG 2025 · What’s better than one Dylan O’Brien? Two. In James Sweeney’s new film Twinless, Dylan steps into double duty as twins, one gay and one straight, alongside Lauren Graham as their mom and Ashley Francesci bringing warmth and light to the chaos. Writer-director James Sweeney joins the cast to dive into why he wanted to tell a story about friendship, flaws, and the messy middle ground of being human.
On this episode of Pride, we talk about:
👯 Dylan’s dream-come-true of playing twins and how he found each brother’s unique voice
📺 Lauren Graham’s return to iconic mom territory with a darker twist
✨ Ashley Francesci’s take on friendship, accountability, and loving people through their hardest moments
🎬 James Sweeney’s vision of flawed, deeply human LGBTQ+ characters who feel universal
💥 Why Twinless isn’t tied up in a neat bow and why that’s the point
Messy, heartfelt, and funny, Twinless is out September 5th in theaters. Until then, Dylan, Lauren, Ashley, and James give us a peek into the wild ride that is making (and being) twins.
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20 AUG 2025 · Horror movie deaths don’t get much more iconic than a full-on decapitation—and Brennan Clost just joined the club. Fresh off Fear Street: Prom Queen on Netflix, the actor, dancer, and newly minted producer stops by Pride to talk about how he found out he’d lose his head, what it’s really like to die on camera, and why he begged to keep his prosthetic head as a souvenir.
But that’s just the start. Brennan opens up about:
🩸 Playing queer roles vs. straight ones—and why it matters when casting calls actually say “queer.”
🐈 His life as a certified cat dad
🎬 Producing Love Thy Neighbor during the strikes and discovering his A-type producer side
💔 The bittersweet queer love story at the heart of The Legacy of Cloudy Falls
🌈 Coming out, labels, and why he’s learned to embrace fluidity
From horror set decapitations to heart-melting cat stories, Brennan proves he’s as multifaceted as they come.
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6 AUG 2025 · If High School Musical was your entire personality growing up, you’re in good company. Actor, singer, and songwriter Jaheem Toombs joins the show to talk about his lifelong love for Disney Channel—and what it’s like to now be writing songs for the Disney Channel.
Host Caitlynn McDaniel chats with Jaheem about:
🎶 Writing “Dream Come True” for Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires
🏀 Why High School Musical 2 is still top-tier (and how it taught him to harmonize)
💖 Queer representation in the High School Musical series
🧛 The pure nostalgia behind Zombies 4 and bringing back that classic Disney Channel Original Movie magic
👨👩👧👦 And yes, the internet videos of families recreating the scene? He’s seen them. And he’s crying too.
If you ever forced your cousins to watch you perform a duet in the living room, this episode—and this era of Jaheem Toombs—is for you. Stream the song, watch the movie, and join the comeback of classic DCOM energy.
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30 JUL 2025 · The voices came first. The rest is history.
Cameron Goode broke out on Building the Band season 4—and landed in our hearts with a story of cosmic auditions, found family, and fearless authenticity.
Host Caitlynn McDaniel chats with Cameron about his journey from TikTok singer to Netflix breakout, and why this band means more than just music.
Highlights:
🎶 The magical audition moment that changed everything
🫶 How Building the Band helped him rediscover his truest self
🎧 What it meant to be praised by Kelly Rowland and the judges
🎤 Balancing solo artistry and the band’s future
📲 From viral TikToks to Spotify drops: Cameron’s vision going forward
Cameron is as genuine as they come, and his passion is contagious. Catch him on Building the Band—now streaming on Netflix—and follow him @cameron.goode on all platforms.
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23 JUL 2025 · What happens when sincerity, sapphic joy, and a viral finger-hold collide? You get one of the most iconic moments in queer media—and the journalist at the center of it all.
This week on Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel sits down with Tracy Gilchrist, VP of Editorial and Special Projects at Equal Pride and the journalist behind that viral “holding space” interview with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Tracy reflects on her decades-long career in queer media—from writing on tangerine iBooks to editing SheWired, The Advocate, and Pride—and the importance of archiving LGBTQ+ stories for the future.
They talk sapphic representation, how Carol made Tracy want to fall in love again, and what it’s like to accidentally go viral for being earnest. 📚 Also in this episode:
- Why sapphics are loyal but underserved audiences
- What camp really means (according to Susan Sontag)
- The hard truth about internet traffic and queer journalism
- Rewatchables: Pretty Little Liars, The Bold Type, and more
Follow Tracy @TracyEGilchrist and find her work across The Advocate, Out, and Pride.
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16 JUL 2025 · What happens when K-pop idols moonlight as demon slayers? You get K-Pop Demon Hunters—a wildly fun, high-emotion animated adventure that’s part magical girl fantasy, part coming-out metaphor, and totally iconic.
Host Caitlynn McDaniel kicks things off, then hands it over to special guest Calix Quan (you may know him from RuPaul’s Drag Race) for interviews with co-directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, followed by stars Arden Cho, May Hong, and Ji-young Yoo. They talk sisterhood, shame, slaying demons (inner and outer), and why this movie is so much more than just dazzling animation.
K-Pop Demon Hunters is streaming now on Netflix. Go watch it!
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2 JUL 2025 · Queer media isn’t just representation—it’s history, healing, and a little bit of chaos.This week on Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel is joined by Ryan Mitchell—culture critic, media multi-hyphenate, and co-creator of iHeart’s new podcast HIGHKEY! From working red carpets with just a phone to landing a billboard in Times Square, Ryan’s career path is anything but typical—and deeply rooted in community, voice, and showing up unapologetically queer.Together, Caitlynn and Ryan talk about:
- Why Glee is queer canon (even if Caitlynn missed the memo)
- Finding belonging in unexpected places—from the NFL to WeHo Pride
- Podcasting as therapy, queer joy, and holding space for voices that rarely get it
- The wild ride of building High Key with two other loud, brilliant queer hosts
- Why this Pride season feels a little… off, and why it matters
Plus: hot takes on Final Destination, emotional Disney fireworks, and the kind of deep chats that make you wonder if you’re secretly in therapy.🎙️ Follow Ryan on socials: @theslaygawd
🎧 Listen to HIGHKEY! wherever you get your podcasts.
On Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel deep dives into the LGBTQ+ stories lighting up our screens — and the people who bring them to life. Each week, she sits down with...
show more
On Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel deep dives into the LGBTQ+ stories lighting up our screens — and the people who bring them to life.
Each week, she sits down with the stars we love, the creators behind the scenes, and the voices changing the way stories are told. From on-screen firsts to behind-the-scenes breakthroughs, Pride is where iconic characters, coded moments, and groundbreaking storytelling all come together.
Whether it’s a rom-com kiss that made you feel seen, a coming-out arc that hit too close to home, or a soundtrack that screamed queer joy — we’re celebrating it all, and the people making it happen.
Because representation isn’t extra — it’s everything.
show less
Each week, she sits down with the stars we love, the creators behind the scenes, and the voices changing the way stories are told. From on-screen firsts to behind-the-scenes breakthroughs, Pride is where iconic characters, coded moments, and groundbreaking storytelling all come together.
Whether it’s a rom-com kiss that made you feel seen, a coming-out arc that hit too close to home, or a soundtrack that screamed queer joy — we’re celebrating it all, and the people making it happen.
Because representation isn’t extra — it’s everything.
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