Homo Sapiens
Homo Sapiens is the smash-hit podcast where queer people talk about life. Each week Chris Sweeney bring you intelligent, informative and fun conversations that represent the interests of LGBTQ+ people around the world. New Episodes Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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Show overview
Homo Sapiens has been publishing since 2017, and across the 9 years since has built a catalogue of 535 episodes, alongside 16 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 270 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence, with the show now in its 6th season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 22 min and 39 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. Roughly 35% of episodes carry an explicit flag from the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Arts show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 weeks ago, with 38 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2023, with 123 episodes published. Published by Christopher Sweeney.
From the publisher
The world from a Queer perspective: Conversations, stories and a good old laugh with LGBTQ+ icons, allies and of course, our lovely listeners. Come and join the Homo Sapiens family with new episodes every Thursday - the more the merrier! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest Episodes
View all 535 episodesDomestic Abuse in LGBTQ+ Relationships with James Barr
Your Responses to Our Parenting Questions
Is Queer Parenting Making Us Too Hard on Ourselves with James Greenwood
Your Responses to the Pride Debate
Is Pride 2026 a Protest or a Celebration with Dani St. James
Your Manosphere Emails & Dog Walk Reminder
Has the Manosphere Infiltrated the Queer Community with Megan Crabbe
Your Emails and Olympic Debate Responses
What Happened to 'I Kissed a Boy' with Roxy Bourdillon
EThe brilliant Roxy Boudillon is back to unpack the cancellation of I Kissed a Boy/Girl, the power of queer reality TV, and whether these shows are judged more harshly than their straight counterparts. We dive into the importance of seeing ourselves reflected onscreen and whether queer TV shows are set up to fail. After working closely alongside the launch of I Kissed a Boy, Roxy gives her industry insight into why I Kissed a Boy is never coming back.Chris & Roxy x✉️Get in touch [email protected]📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Happy Easter & Spring Garden Updates!
EHappy Easter listeners - I hope you are all enjoying the long weekend!Only a short one from me today: a whizz round the garden which is SPRINGing into life and a teaser for next week's episode all about the 'I Kissed a...' series being cancelled by the BBC. ✉️Get in touch [email protected]📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When Your Existence Becomes a Debate with Charlie Craggs
EThe brilliant Charlie Craggs joins me this week to talk about what happens when your existence becomes a debate and how that seeps into everything from dating and work to how honest we feel we can be online.From dating app chaos to social media pressure and the reality of speaking your mind as a public figure, we get honest about what it really looks like behind the scenes.Plus, we answer your questions on honesty, identity, and whether the current climate has changed how we show up in our everyday lives…Chris & Charlie x✉️Get in touch [email protected]📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Your Emails & Trans Olympics Controversy
EIt's been a hell of a week people! In this episode we are diving into the inbox to hear your feedback on our latest episode on queer parenting with the wonderful James Greenwood, which features a touching listener story. We also have a chat about politics, trans-rights in sport and this weekend's anti far-right marches. We are living in unprecedented times, sending love to you all❤️✉️Get in touch [email protected]📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
No One Teaches You This: Queer Parenting with Dr. James Greenwood
EThe brilliant Dr James Greenwood joins me this week to talk all things queer parenting — from surrogacy journeys and IVF realities to the unexpected truths of raising kids as gay dads.From sleep deprivation and “mum guilt” to breaking down gender roles and navigating a heteronormative parenting world, we get honest about what it really looks like behind the scenes.Plus, we answer your questions on adoption, money, and whether queer parents actually do things differently…Chris & James x✉️Get in touch [email protected]📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Your Emails and SNL UK Review
This week, I’m diving into the inbox for a catch-up with you all. I share your messages on identity, ageing, and self-acceptance, plus a few recommendations and bits from my week!Click play now! Chris x✉️Get in touch [email protected]📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is Queer Culture Too Focused on Youth? With Cliff Joannou Editor of Attitude Magazine
EThis week, Attitude editor and all-round delight Cliff Joannou joins me as co-host to unpack what you told us about queer ageing — from loneliness to suddenly feeling invisible, plus we find out what a Golden Girls plan really is.Click play now! Chris x✉️Get in touch [email protected]📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Your Emails & PrEP Episode Feedback!
EA paddle through the inbox of dreams to read your reactions to our episode with Dr Gareth Patterson about PrEP & Doxy-PEP, exciting Homo Sapiens Dog Walk News, and more open relationship theories...Click play now! Chris xhttps://www.eltonjohnaidsfoundation.org✉️Get in touch [email protected]📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Your LGBTQ+ Health Questions Answered by Dr. Gareth Patterson
EWhat should LGBTQ+ people know about their health right now? In this episode Gareth Patterson joins me to co-host and to answer your questions. From PrEP and DoxyPEP to gut health, hormones, and sexual wellbeing, we break down the latest advice, clear up common misconceptions, and talk about the realities of navigating healthcare as a queer person!✉️Get in touch [email protected]📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Your Emails & My Harry Styles Story
A dive in to the inbox of your reactions to our episode on open relationships & a tour of my bird boxes, plus a Harry Styles story from when we worked together ✨❤️✉️Get in touch [email protected]📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why Are So Many Gay Couples Open? with Tag Warner
ECo-hosting this week is Gay Times Chair Tag Warner as we explore a big question: are open relationships becoming the future of queer love? Using our audience surveys, personal stories and your honest emails, we're unpacking monogamy, jealousy, communication and what commitment looks like today!✉️Get in touch [email protected]📲@homosapiens on instagram🎥Watch on YouTube @homosapienspod👆🏼Subscribe for more conversations that matter to the LGBTQ+ community ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Your Emails & Moustache Grabbers
Spring is officially here people and to celebrate I’m dipping to the inbox for your reactions to our episode with the delightful Layton Williams about Straight people in Queer spaces, a curious Jim Carey rumour, and the book that keeps me happy thorughout the year. Click play nowChris x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.