menkind

a brief pause

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 08:03:57 GMT

due to logistical difficulties, michael and mark are taking a break this week. do go back and listen to any previous episodes you may have missed and tune in next monday for the season finale!

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jordan gray: lgbtqixyz-list celebrity

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 05:00:13 GMT

the second of the patreon-first, long-awaited fringe episodes, this time we spoke with jordan gray about edinburgh fringe success, being on the voice and drag queens eating bananas.

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reuben kaye: an intentional disregard for beauty

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 05:00:15 GMT

first posted to patreon, originally recorded on august 19th at the edinburgh fringe, reuben kaye joins us for an enlightening episode on letting go of your past, finding your art and whether or not we'd go to space.

a trigger warning: please be advised, this episode does feature some important, but heavy, discussion, listener discretion is advised

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john robertson: drawn to darkness

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 12:34:36 GMT

mark and michael talk to comedian, author and homicidal party host john robertson about pretending to process, frankenstein, and a chat with god

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sian davies: been there, done that, got the uniform

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 08:20:19 GMT

this week michael and mark talk to 'our' sian about butch as a dirty word, the decline of your role models, and the sins of our fathers

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sadia azmat: be real

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 05:00:27 GMT

mark and michael talk to standup and author sadia azmat about lynx africa, overthinking porn, and one very specific interest of hers’ to acknowledge the fact she talks cock so much!

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chiyo: i'm happy to be classified as sexy

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 08:18:26 GMT

*please note: this episode was recorded in february 2023, before recent events regarding former first minister for scotland, nicola sturgeon*

mark and michael talk to model, dancer and apparently actor chiyo about cruising tactics, ethical chasing and the value of rage.

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chris zampese: default setting

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 05:00:17 GMT

in a second-ever listener special, michael and mark talk to chris zampese about the extra pocket, expressing joy, and taking the extra 20 seconds.

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william hanson: day boy

Mon, 29 May 2023 05:00:48 GMT

michael and mark ask no fewer than two phenomenal questions in chatting to etiquette coach and podcaster william hanson about sporty nonsense, how to set the table, and language as a weapon.

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max hovey: the clone wars

Mon, 22 May 2023 05:00:12 GMT

mark and michael talk to content creator, activist and OnlyFans star max hovey about muscle guys, penis percentages and getting his confidence back.

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rosie jones: f**king legend

Mon, 15 May 2023 05:00:44 GMT

michael and mark talk to rosie jones about being gay at four, great shirts, and the speed of her voice.

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michael chakraverty: i'll meet you where you need to be

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 05:00:38 GMT

In a special, long-awaited edition, and celebrating the 50th episode of menkind, Mark talks to the actual Michael Chakraverty - best known as his co-host - about ways of existing, finding your people, and reasons for not swimming.

As discussed in the episode, the Samaritans is a free 24-hour service on 116 123.

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tom mayhew: we're all just a skeleton

Mon, 30 May 2022 05:00:53 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to comedian and writer Tom Mayhew, about non-uniform day, Christian pansexuality and an awkward stand-up hero.

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wil hodgson: barber, rabbi, psychiatrist

Mon, 23 May 2022 05:00:27 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to comedian, barber and comic artist, Wil Hodgson, about nice pornography, wrestling, and throwing a Nazi out of a salon.

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yianni agisilaou: an unambiguous good

Mon, 16 May 2022 05:00:47 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to 'creative in transition', Yianni Agisilaou, about Greek communication, the need for approval and being inside your own head.

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jen brister: two penises are inside you

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:24 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to comedian, author and podcaster, Jen Brister, about lesbian parenting, internalised misogyny and the need for goggles.

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luke kempner: horseradish boy

Mon, 02 May 2022 10:56:24 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to impressionist, comedian and musical theatre star, Luke Kempner about being healthily driven, Mr Blobby and missing out on the fruits of being gay.

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tom read wilson: modern-day hijra

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 13:53:47 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to thespian, animal voice for hire and word-wrangler Tom Read Wilson about foibles, gay Greeks, Henry VIII, and scaling the mountain of self-acceptance.

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LoUis CYfer: drag king

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 05:00:54 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to actor and cabaret star, LoUis CYfer, about getting dirty, lesbian Superdry, and not having to decide.

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john whaite: you are reborn, my darling, and you are f**king glittery

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 06:30:44 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to Strictly Come Dancing history maker, John Whaite, about cancelling Ronald McDonald, learning to love yourself and using witchcraft on an enemy.

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series two returns: crossing the cusp

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:01:17 GMT

We've had a bit of a longer break than expected, but menkind is back for the second half of series two! Mark and Michael have some amazing guests lined up for you, and we can't wait for you to listen. Subscribe and join us from Monday 11th April for our first, strictly fantastic guest (bit of a clue).

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victoria scone: like a clown on acid

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 06:00:24 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to Cardiff's disco diva drag queen, and Drag Race UK's first cisgender female star Victoria Scone about gatekeeping, drag kings and a very clean future where masculinity no longer exists.

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paul sinha: you shouldn't be obliged to like steps just because you suck c@ck

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 06:00:06 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to comedian, quizzer and The Chase star Paul Sinha about adventures in alcohol, a decade-long secret and why it's great to be gay.

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jordan stephens: pain isn't forever

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 06:00:59 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to recording artist, movie star and polymath jordan stephens about rage, the importance of mentorship and a facebook drug deal.

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john-luke roberts: hwusband

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 17:55:56 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to comedian, actor and artist John-Luke Roberts about expressing anger, practising compersion and being polyamorous.

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suzi ruffell: massive lez

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 05:00:09 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to comedian, podcaster and reigning champion of the most detailed intro on the podcast, Suzi Ruffell, about women in comedy, keeping your pecker up and discovering how being gay is fun.

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freddy mcconnell: seahorse dads

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 05:00:41 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to journalist, author and dad who gave birth Freddy McConnell about testosterone, gender creative parenting and the mosaic of characteristics.

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juno dawson: dream about your own future

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 05:00:43 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to best selling author, screenwriter and actress Juno Dawson about moral panic, the coven, and a very important fry-up.

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owen jones: life is a tough gig

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 05:00:40 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to Guardian columnist, author and deranged leftie Owen Jones, about systemic homophobia, being a geriatric millennial, and having the hots for David Duchovny.

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ben west: it's not a pretty conversation

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 05:00:27 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to mental health campaigner Ben West, about the best meal of his life at Wagamama, taking up hugging, and a crash course in mental health.

(Content Warning: suicide)

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rhys nicholson: machine gun fellatio

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 05:00:51 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to comedian, style icon and Drag Race Down Under judge Rhys Nicholson, about lifting washing machines, personal branding and how to get rid of f@ckheads.

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tim minchin: a hole that needs filling

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 05:00:53 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to rock god and renaissance man Tim Minchin, about the dance of masculinity, being good enough, and apes.

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mark watson: wiring problem

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 20:21:02 GMT

In a special edition, Michael talks to the actual Mark Watson - best known as his co-host - about facing his biggest enemy, writing to Nelson Mandela, and the Grim Reaper.

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jessica fostekew: pansexual kisschase

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to comedian, writer, actor and podcaster Jessica Fostekew about growing a willy, impressing her Dad, and power lifting.

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lane rogers: persevere and pioneer

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to adult entertainment star and content creator Lane Rogers about biphobia, staying hard and forging a path.

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mohsin zaidi: don't ever do this again

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to author and criminal barrister Mohsin Zaidi about collars, conversion therapy and dancing for Dizzee.

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ben hurst: the abc of masculinity

Mon, 31 May 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to podcaster, model, activist and Head of Facilitation at Beyond Equality, Ben Hurst, about unlearning, sex at Bible college and teaching boys to be better men.

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david atherton: swapping god for federer

Mon, 24 May 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to Bake Off champion, author, and Global Health Advisor David Atherton about ballet, twin instinct and coming out by letter.

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joe black: no offence

Mon, 17 May 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to cabaret performer and Drag Race UK star Joe Black about permission for passion, grotesque glamour, and being a villain.

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sofie hagen: emotional labour

Mon, 10 May 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to comedian, podcaster, author and influencer Sofie Hagen about the glass cliff, wearing trousers and becoming the new menkind host. Also featuring special guest Hank.

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ollie ollerton: below zero

Mon, 03 May 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to former Special Forces Soldier, author, motivational speaker and SAS: Who Dares Wins' Ollie Ollerton about overcoming the ego, ayahuasca and seeing a childhood trauma through the eyes of a chimp.

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robert rinder: davka

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to criminal barrister, Strictly quarterfinalist and TV judge Robert Rinder about godfathering, chasing scaffolders, and "getting to Blackpool".

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fred langridge: progressive round robin

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to menkind listener and genderqueer Quaker Fred Langridge about binders, ethical non-monogamy and a marble cooperative.

Fred mentions books by S Bear Bergman, 'Non-Binary Lives: An Anthology of Intersecting Identities', 'Purple Prose: Bisexuality in Britain', and Gendered Intelligence http://genderedintelligence.co.uk/ and Mermaids https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/ for support and resources for young trans people.

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nikesh shukla: radical vulnerability

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to best selling author Nikesh Shukla about rapping, snacking, and having no reflection.

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devin ibañez: the scarborough incident

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to the first openly gay major league professional rugby player Devin Ibañez about not fitting in boxes, setting your own pace, and how a near fatal injury lead him to becoming a beacon for others in sport.

The charity Devin mentions is rugbyforall.co

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jay hulme: what's the point of being normal?

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to poet and author Jay Hulme about softness, the size of horses, and queer Christianity.

CW: this episode contains a reference to an attempted suicide.

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bethany black: the importance of e.q.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to writer, actor and comic Bethany Black about gaslighting yourself, confirmation bias, and why people are probably thinking about the conservatory.

CW: this episode contains references to suicide and self harming

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nathaniel curtis: in the in-between

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to 'It's A Sin' actor Nathaniel Curtis about an inspiring teacher, the capacity to love, and Jesus's skin colour.

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rufus hound: weak at the soul

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to actor, comedian and quiz lover Rufus Hound about being cuddled, human connection and the lessons of Mork and Mindy.

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vincint: we can have a conversation

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to singer and black queer role model Vincint about pop music, encouraging passion and pleasing yourself.

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jackie cox: binerial

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to nerdy fabulous Persian beauty and star of Drag Race US, Jackie Cox, about unpacking your real self, rejecting black and white, and inventing a new word.

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alastair campbell: living better

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to writer, communicator and strategist Alastair Campbell about pubs, popularity and a life changing jam jar.

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rhik samadder: the safari of misery

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to writer, actor and journalist Rhik Samadder about brownness, beautiful men and the end of everything.

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jamie windust: jamie with the face

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to writer, presenter and cultural commentator Jamie Windust about football, fashion, flattery and fury.

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adam pearson: a loving correction with volume

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to actor, presenter and disability rights campaigner Adam Pearson about WWE, being a gamer, and an excellent penis review (4.5/5).

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andrew o'neill: f@*k glitter

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to comedian, musician and wizard Andrew O'Neill about gender dysphoria, heavy metal and a revelation of the soul in a Euston toilet.

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thomas page mcbee: amateur

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to author and journalist Thomas Page McBee about testosterone, transitions and the intimacy of boxing.

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crystal: hairy armpits

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to Crystal (Ru Paul's Drag Race UK) about the influence of Madonna on a swan, body hair, and being a Halloween gay.

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james mcvey: the bag is where it all began

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 06:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to The Vamps guitarist James McVey about soldiers, vulnerability and a bag that changed his life.

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tom daley: i don't particularly like sports

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 06:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to World Champion Olympic diver Tom Daley about not liking sports, being a perfectionist, finally feeling comfortable in his own skin and his tips on parenting.

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travis alabanza: articulate

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 06:00:00 GMT

Mark and Michael talk to artist, writer and performer Travis Alabanza about discarding pronouns, chopping onions and envisaging a new type of future.

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riyadh khalaf: god of all men

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 06:00:00 GMT

Michael and Mark talk to broadcaster, YouTuber and Masterchef champion Riyadh Khalaf about the fight for liberty, the fear of accidentally playing football, and the importance of having a strong jaw.

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menkind, launches 7th december

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 21:21:03 GMT

menkind trailer, launches 7th december, with michael chakraverty and mark watson. subscribe now!

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