Adolescence sucks for everyone, but especially for queer kids. In a world that is openly hostile to queer people, The Queer Stuff Pod hosted by Max Emerson is here to help. From questioning, to coming out, to navigating the perils of sex/drugs/emoji filled texts, this survival guide promises to be a crucial resource and wellspring of joy for anyone currently going through it. Although curated from a gay man’s perspective, this project aims to include resources for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community. NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY!
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Adolescence sucks for everyone, but especially for queer kids. In a world that is openly hostile to queer people, The Queer Stuff Pod hosted by Max Emerson is here to help. From questioning, to coming out, to navigating the perils of sex/drugs/emoji filled texts, this survival guide promises to be a crucial resource and wellspring of joy for anyone currently going through it. Although curated from a gay man’s perspective, this project aims to include resources for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community. NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY!
The Art of Podcasting, Comedy, and Trolling | H. Alan Scott
The Queer Stuff Pod
1 hour 4 minutes
1 year ago
The Art of Podcasting, Comedy, and Trolling | H. Alan Scott
Welcome to Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know! Today, I’m super excited to chat with H. Alan Scott, a talented writer, comedian, and podcaster you might know from Newsweek's The Parting Shot and *Out on the Lanai. We’ll explore the world of podcasting, talking about how to find your voice and connect with your audience. H. Alan will share his journey from writing to comedy and how he uses humor to tackle some pretty serious stuff. So, tune in for a fun and inspiring conversation that might just spark your own creative journey!
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:04 - Who The Hell Are You?
00:10:26 - Starting Out as a Writer
00:11:16 - Tackling Serious Topics
00:17:03 - Finding Inspiration
00:19:30 - Connecting with Your Audience
00:21:13 - Navigating Social Media
00:23:26 - Hate Watching
00:25:49 - Owning Mistakes and Knowing When You're Wrong
00:26:15 - Finding Laughter and Humor in Everything
00:28:15 - The Internet's Impact on Perception
00:30:57 - Understanding the Neurospicy Spectrum
00:33:51 - Navigating Mental Health: Depression & Anxiety
00:34:40 - Comedy & Mental Health, Punching Down vs. Up
00:39:28 - Waiting Tables at the Improv
00:41:06 - You Don’t Need To Speak To Everyone
00:43:12 - Out On The Lanai
00:44:07 - Live Shows and Which Golden Girl Are You?
00:48:51 - Tips for Aspiring Podcasters
00:51:53 - Confronting Imposter Syndrome
00:52:46 - Structuring Your Podcast
00:56:57 - Engaging with Trolls
00:01:02 - Fight Me
Show Links:
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The Queer Stuff Pod
Adolescence sucks for everyone, but especially for queer kids. In a world that is openly hostile to queer people, The Queer Stuff Pod hosted by Max Emerson is here to help. From questioning, to coming out, to navigating the perils of sex/drugs/emoji filled texts, this survival guide promises to be a crucial resource and wellspring of joy for anyone currently going through it. Although curated from a gay man’s perspective, this project aims to include resources for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community. NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY!
