Pride

What Paul O'Grady meant for LGBTQ+ representation

As the country mourns national treasure and drag icon Paul O'Grady, Imy Brighty-Potts asks LGBTQ+ people what he meant to the community.

LGBTQ+ event organiser on the importance of hosting queer spaces

Jack O'Connor, Dylan Jordan and Nikkie Stones run an LGBTQ+ event night called Queer Mania

First Dater recalls coming out to family with cake in lockdown

When it comes to coming out to your family, it can be nerve-wracking deciding the best way to do it.

6 podcasts to check out for LGBTQ+ History Month

Abi Jackson rounds up some of our favourite podcasts, exploring LGBT+ life, past and present.

Fashion designer Harris Reed on identity, sexuality and style

Reed is known for his designs that challenge gender norms and ideas of masculinity.

Matt Kennedy on the experiences of LGBTQ+ students in Ireland

Belong To estimates that 73% of LGBTQ+ students feel unsafe at school, and 86% feel isolated by other students.

Activist Taryn de Vere on identifying as genderqueer

Writer, artist and professional joy-bringer Taryn de Vere joined Jennifer Zamparelli on RTÉ 2FM to discuss her journey to identifying as genderqueer.

'Godfather of Gay' Tonie Walsh on Dublin's LGBTQ+ spaces

Jen Zamparelli chats to the 'Godfather of Gay', Tonie Walsh about the Lavender Walk LGBTQ+ tour this Friday for Culture Night.

Comedian Felix O'Connor on being trans in 2022 & gender euphoria

Jennifer Zamparelli chats to comedian Felix O'Connor about his story and experience of being a trans, gay male and why he thinks the conversation of trans rights is so prevalent today.

Irish influencer Rob Kenny reviews Brighton Pride 2022

Irish influencer Rob Kenny reviews his experience of Brighton Pride 2022, which included a performance from festival headliner Christina Aguilera.

Pro hockey player Peter Caruth on coming out as gay

Jen chats to pro hockey player, Peter Caruth about being the first international hockey player and just the second Irish male Olympian to publicly reveal that he is gay.

US comic Cara Connors on exploring Ireland's queer comedy scene

Queer History Lesson: What the ballrooms of New York gave us

In Queer History Lessons, comedian Shane Daniel Byrne is teaching us all about LGBTQ+ history

Queer History Lesson: Secret codes in LGBTQ+ history

In Queer History Lessons, comedian Shane Daniel Byrne is teaching us all about LGBTQ+ history

Queer History Lesson: How the rainbow became the symbol for pride

In Queer History Lessons, comedian Shane Daniel Byrne is teaching us all about LGBTQ+ history, from flags to voguing and everything in between

Things to do in Dublin for Pride 2022

This year's Pride month has already given us a wealth of spectacular events and gatherings, and with Dublin's Pride Parade taking place tomorrow 25 June, it's all about to kick into high gear.

Tonie Walsh on the tragic and celebratory history of Pride

Tonie Walsh spoke to Sarah McInerney on Drive Time about the importance of Pride.

Queer History Lesson: LGBTQ+ nightlife in Ireland

In Queer History Lessons, comedian Shane Daniel Byrne is teaching us all about LGBTQ+ history.

Domhnaill Harkin: Why we should all know our queer history

Domhnaill Harkin writes about how his own coming out journey inspired a video series about Irish LGBTQ+ advocates.

Cahir O'Doherty on the importance of Donegal's first Pride parade

"It made me think actually there is a place for you, maybe we can fit you into the story of the place."

What is Pride, and why do we celebrate it?

"Pride is the visible tip of LGBT liberation", says LGBT+ historian Tonie Walsh. Here's why that's the case.

How to celebrate Pride if you don't like big crowds

Big parades and parties have deep meaning for Pride events – but more chilled, sober and smaller gatherings are important, too. By Abi Jackson.