Bonus Episode: JK But Holiday continues with Spooky, But Gay. In this episode of The JK But Gay Show we talk about the fears and phobias that shaped us as gay men, the spiritual beliefs we grew up with as Latinos, and the Mexican traditions we hold close this time of year. From candlelight altars and colorful marigolds to costumes, parties, and chaos, we share why Halloween is basically gay Christmas.
It is funny, heartfelt, and full of stories about identity, family, and celebration. 🎧 Listen now and tell us your favorite part of spooky season.
Bonus Episode: JK But Holiday continues with Stanning, But Gay where we talk about pop stars, fandoms, and why gays are so obsessed with them.
From Beyoncé to Taylor Swift, we unpack why queer people see themselves in larger-than-life pop icons who are bold, expressive, and unapologetic. We also talk about our first pop star obsessions, what our fandoms say about us, and when stanning goes too far like toxic fanbases and unhinged social media drama.
It’s part love letter, part reality check for all of us who have ever defended our fave just a little too hard.
🎧 Listen now and tell us which artist you would risk it all for.
Bonus Episode: The JK But Gay Show is launching a new mini-series called JK But Holiday. In this bonus drop we talk about the traditions we grew up with, the ones we have made our own with chosen family, and the superstitions and beliefs that shaped us. From Latino family rituals to gay traditions like Friendsgiving, pageant watch parties, and Halloween as gay Christmas, we share which traditions feel wholesome, which feel toxic, and which ones we would cancel forever. We also dive into the funny superstitions our abuelas swore by and the ones we still secretly follow just in case.
🎧 Listen now and tell us what tradition you love or hate.
Season 1 Episode 16 of The JK But Gay Show is about queer joy and why it matters. We share the first times we felt true queer joy, how it is different from straight joy, and what we would bottle it up into if we could, which for us is true gay friendships. We talk about queer joy in the Latino space, the power of Pride, and the unexpected joy this show has brought us along the way.
🎧 Listen now and tell us what queer joy looks like for you.
Season 1 Episode 15 of The JK But Gay Show is about gay nightlife and how it shaped us. We talk about our first nights at gay bars, the scenes that defined us like clubs and bar spaces, and how going out has changed as we have gotten older. We also open up about what it feels like when straight people enter queer spaces and why nightlife is still so important to the LGBTQ community.
🎧 Listen now and tell us about your first gay night out.
In Health, But Gay we explore the ways our community has been shaped by the HIV/AIDS epidemic and the stigma it left behind. From the lack of sex education that addressed queer lives to the bias we face when walking into a doctor’s office, this episode gets real about what it means to take care of ourselves as gay men.
We break down:
• The legacy of HIV stigma and its impact on mental and physical health
• Growing up without access to queer sexual health education
• The reality of navigating a healthcare system that still holds bias against LGBTQ+ patients
• How we’ve learned to advocate for ourselves and reclaim our health
If you’ve ever felt judged in a doctor’s office or struggled to find information about queer health, this conversation will resonate with you. It’s about knowledge, resilience, and the fight to be seen.
👉 Listen, subscribe, leave a review, and share with someone who needs to hear this.
In Machismo, But Gay we dive deep into machismo, toxic masculinity, and how these forces shaped us as gay Latinos. From childhood lessons about “acting like a man” to the pressure to conform to hypermasculine norms in queer spaces, this episode is a raw and honest reflection on our journeys.
We break down:
• The cultural roots of machismo and its impact on identity
• The pressure to hide vulnerability and emotions
• How hypermasculinity shows up in gay communities
• What it means to unlearn gender norms and redefine masculinity as queer Latinos
If you have ever felt like you did not look masculine enough or were caught between cultural expectations and your queer identity, this conversation is for you. We are stripping back the facade and talking about what healing and self acceptance really look like.
👉 Listen, subscribe, and leave a review and share with someone who needs to hear this.
Season 1 Episode 12 of The JK But Gay Show is about aging and what it means to grow older as gay men.
We reflect on the moment we realized we are not the young gays anymore and how a new generation is coming up behind us. From aching backs to feeling behind in life we talk about what aging really feels like in the LGBTQ community.
We also explore the in between years when you are not young nor old, just unsure where you are supposed to be. And we celebrate the blessing of getting older because so many in our community never got that chance.
🎧 Listen now and tell us what aging means to you. Follow us everywhere https://linktr.ee/jkbutgay
Season 1, Episode 11 of The JK But Gay Show is all about coming out at work and what it takes to navigate the workplace as openly gay Latinos. We share our stories, the fears that came with them, and how we decided when and if to bring our full selves into professional spaces.
From first jobs where we stayed quiet to the moments we stepped into our identities, we talk about the subtle and not so subtle ways being gay shapes your career. Whether it is microaggressions, corporate Pride, or finding workplaces that feel safe, this episode is a real look at showing up authentically on the job.
🎧 Listen now and tell us your coming out at work story. Follow us everywhere: https://linktr.ee/jkbutgay
Season 1, Episode 10 of The JK But Gay Show is all about love and what it means for us as gay Latinos. We get real about learning to love ourselves, what our inner voice says (and whether it’s on our side or not), and the examples of love we grew up with. From the messages our families taught us about affection to discovering our love languages and debating if soulmates are real, this episode digs deep into how love shows up in our lives and how we’re redefining it on our own terms.
🎧 Listen now and tell us what love means to you.
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Season 1, Episode 9 of The JK But Gay Show is all about mental health. We open up about our struggles with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and the ways our mental health was shaped growing up as queer Latinos. From internalized shame to self-doubt and survival mode, this episode is a raw conversation about the toll it has taken and the healing that is still happening.
🎧 Listen now and tell us how mental health has shaped your journey.
Season 1, Episode 8 of The JK But Gay Show is about body image and how it affects us as gay Latinos. We talk about the pressure to be hot, fit, and perfect in both queer and Latino spaces. From childhood comments about weight to toxic gym culture and desirability, this episode gets real about the way we see ourselves and how we’re trying to unlearn harmful beauty standards.
🎧 Listen now and tell us how body image has shaped your experience.
Season 1 Episode 7 of The JK But Gay Show is about being American and being gay. We talk about what it means to belong in a country that was not built for us, the moments we have felt proud to be American, the times we have not, and why queerness has always been a part of the American story. In honor of the Fourth of July, this one is honest, reflective, and a little rebellious.
🎧 Listen now and tell us when you have felt proud to be American.
Season 1, Episode 6 of The JK But Gay Show is all about physical attraction and what it actually means when you’re gay. We talk about spotting each other in public, how gaydar actually works, and why straight men are just not it. We get into our types, our celebrity crushes, and the pettiest reasons we’ve ever stopped talking to someone. It’s honest, chaotic, and a little bit shallow in the best way.
🎧 Listen now and tell us the pettiest reason you’ve stopped dating someone.
Season 1, Episode 5 of The JK But Gay Show dives into the real and often messy experience of being the gay ones in our families. We open up about what our siblings really thought, the conversations that shaped us, and how we found healing as adults. We also share what we both hope for in our futures, from partners to maybe even kids. This one gets feisty, emotional, and honest.
🎧 Listen now and share how your family shaped your queer journey.
Season 1, Episode 4 of JK But Gay is here and we are going way back. This episode is all about growing up gay before we even knew what gay really meant. We share the moments that made us feel different as kids, the expectations put on us by our families, and how being Latino and spiritual shaped our earliest experiences with queerness.
From the funny stories to the heavy moments, this one is deeply personal. We talk about the things we could not say as kids, the pressure to fit in, and the safe spaces that helped us survive.
If you have ever looked back at your childhood and finally understood what you were feeling, this episode will hit home.
🎧 Listen now and share what you would tell your younger self.
Season 1, Episode 3. What does it really mean to be both Latino and gay? In Episode 3, we dive deep into the beauty, contradictions, and complexities of Latinidad. We explore machismo, language, culture, and how queerness reshapes it all.We talk about when we’ve felt proudest to be Latino, the racism we internalized growing up, and how our gay identity challenged what we were taught. There’s laughter. There’s truth. There’s a little telenovela.If you've ever felt too queer for your culture or too cultural for your queer spaces, this one's for you. Watch now and sound off in the comments: When do you feel most connected to your culture?💬 JK But Gay is the show where two gay Latinos talk life, identity, culture, and everything in between.🎧 New episodes weekly: subscribe for stories that are funny, emotional, and real.#gaypodcast #gayshow #latinogay🌐 Links to our Platforms: https://linktr.ee/jkbutgay
Season 1, Episode 2 of JK But Gay is here and it’s a vulnerable one. In this episode, we share our coming out stories, from the fear and confusion to the moments that brought us joy, pride, and peace. Spoiler: there are tears. But also love.
Whether you’ve come out, are thinking about it, want to understand what that journey feels like, or want to be as supportive as possible to someone you love, this one’s for you. It’s raw, it’s real, and it has a happy ending.
Get ready to laugh, cry, and feel seen.
🎧 Listen now and let us know your story in the comments.
Season 1, Episode 1 of The JK But Gay Show is here! Poorly edited photos should always lead to the best friends, right? In our very first episode of JK But Gay, we dive into how our friendship began and why friendships in the gay community can be complicated. From IG DMs to best friends, we’re talking about trust, vulnerability, and why being soft with your friends is i-có-ni-co! Also, don’t miss our first ever Don’t Piss Me Off segment! Press play for some laughs, fun, feels, and a little gay chaos to kick things off!
Season 1, Episode 0 of The JK But Gay Show is here! Okay technically it's Episode zero, but you know we had to start with a little backstory. In this special intro episode, we share why we started the podcast, how the name JK But Gay came to be, and what we’re most excited to talk about. Think of this as your gay little welcome packet, fun, chaotic, and full of heart. Press play to meet your new favorite duo and get the vibes right for the season ahead!
