Episodes 55
Avg. Duration 35m
Activity Highly Active
Since Jun 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
91%
Hosting
feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

Proudly Said is about being LGBTQ+ in the UK without compromise. Hosted by John Hyland (he/they), a Liverpool-born activist and advocate, the show brings real conversations to the forefront. No studios, no scripts - just people, where they’re most at home, speaking in their own words. Each episode centres voices you don’t hear enough, talking about what it means to live out loud, hold space, and just live. There’s no performance. Just queer stories, proudly said.

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Recent Episodes

Ep 54: Jodi Fox said

Jun 11, 2026 31m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Jodi Fox is a creative director, brand consultant, trustee of The Proud Trust, and founder of Studio Zenko, but more than that, she’s someone who understands how…

Ep 53: Naya Thorn said

Jun 04, 2026 39m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?To mark the start of Pride Month, John sits down with Liverpool drag artist Naya Thorn for a conversation that feels honest, grounded, and very real about where she’s…

Ep 52: Mario Kyriacou said

May 28, 2026 41m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Mario Kyriacou, the man behind the iconic Cheer Up pop party, joins John for a conversation that goes far beyond the dancefloor.We get into the story behind one of the…

Ep 51: Alena (The Pole Loft) said

May 21, 2026 37m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Alena is the owner of The Pole Loft, a Liverpool-based studio built on inclusivity, confidence and creating space for people to move, express and reconnect with…

Ep 50: Mikey Connor said

May 14, 2026 42m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?For the 50th episode of Proudly Said, John sits down with reality TV personality, football referee and digital creator Mikey Connor.Best known to many from BBC Three’s I…

Ep 49: Debbie Darling said

May 07, 2026 32m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Debbie Darling is a Liverpool drag queen known for her polished performances, big personality, and a strong commitment to giving back to the community.Debbie joins John…

Ep 48: Daisy Gill said

Apr 30, 2026 32m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Daisy Gill is a Liverpool singer-songwriter known for her retro-pop sound, powerful voice, and growing audience online, where thousands follow her mix of music, honesty…

Ep 47: Tyler (The Cracked Mirror Collective) said

Apr 23, 2026 35m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Tyler is the founder of The Cracked Mirror Collective, a grassroots project creating space for trans mutual aid, culture and community across the North West.In this…

Ep 46: Millie Dollar said

Apr 16, 2026 37m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Millie Dollar is, in John’s words, local legendary burlesque royalty. A performer, producer and storyteller who has spent years helping shape Liverpool’s cabaret scene,…

Ep 45: Rosie The Fearless said

Apr 09, 2026 37m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Rosie the Fearless is a TikTok and Instagram comedian with a sharp northern wit, a love of character work, and a knack for capturing the absurdity of everyday life.Rosie…

Ep 44: Toni (Hennessy) said

Mar 31, 2026 36m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Toni, also known as Hennessy, is a queer pole dancer, dance instructor, and performer who has turned movement into both power and protest.Toni joins John for an open…

Ep 43: Shania Pain said

Mar 24, 2026 41m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Shania Pain is a Manchester-based drag queen with Scouse, theatre-kid roots, big pop energy, and a healthy sense of humour about the expectations placed on her.Shania…

Ep 42: Dr Rory McGill said

Mar 17, 2026 34m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Dr Rory McGill is the Director of Public Health for Sefton Council, as well as a lifelong horror nerd who grew up in Derry idolising Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Resident…

Ep 41: Divina De Campo said

Mar 10, 2026 35m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Divina De Campo is a singer, Drag Race UK legend, producer, activist, and all-round powerhouse.John and Divina sit down for a brilliantly chaotic chat that veers between…

Ep 40: Jayy Dring said

Mar 03, 2026 33m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Jayy Dring is a young Scouse lad with a big personality, a sharp (sometimes dark... lol) sense of humour, and a story that deserves to be heard.Jayy joins John to talk…

Ep 39: Kiki Pain said

Feb 24, 2026 39m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Kiki Pain is a fierce AFAB drag queen, singer and content creator making waves both on stage and online - and she’s not afraid to speak up for herself, or others.Kiki…

Ep 38: Thomas Hartley (Pam Sandwich) said

Feb 17, 2026 41m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Thomas Hartley is known to many from Married at First Sight UK, but these days, you’re just as likely to find him onstage as his drag alter ego, Pam Sandwich.Tom joins…

Ep 37: David Watson said

Feb 11, 2026 35m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?David Watson is a creative producer, cultural curator and one of the key figures behind some of Liverpool’s boldest, most visible moments in recent years; including…

Ep 36: Weavin' Steven said

Feb 05, 2026 34m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Ste Hulme, known to some as Weavin' Steven, known to others as Tanya Cope, joins John for one of the most open and important conversations on Proudly Said to date.Ste…

Ep 35: Shuv Barbital said

Jan 27, 2026 36m

🎙️ What’s This Episode About?Shuv Barbital, the self-proclaimed Goth Mom of Liverpool, is a drag artist, host, costumer and chaos curator, known for bringing dark glamour, camp filth and fierce…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Proudly Said have?

Proudly Said has published 55 episodes since June 2025, covering topics in Comedy, Comedy Interviews.

Is Proudly Said still active?

Proudly Said is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 35m.

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