Musical theatre has a reputation for being super queer-friendly—but does that just mean “gay-friendly,” while bi+ folks get sidelined? From Rocky Horror winks to a Cabaret nudge, bisexuality in theatre is often a punchline, a trope, or completely erased. Maybe this time, the bisexuals should take center stage.

• 🎤 Why does theatre lean so heavily on bi tropes?
• 🎭 Which musicals actually get bisexuality right?
• 🎶 How does theatre shape queer identity—and is it truly inclusive?

Plus, we celebrate our 20th episode milestone (!!!), talk about Chad’s new role in local LGBTQ+ advocacy, and Steve’s starring moment in an HIV well-being campaign.

• 🎟 How musical theatre helped us discover our queer identities
• 🎭 The Rocky Horror Picture Show problem: Bisexual freedom or tired villain trope?
• 💡 How If/Then nails bisexual storytelling without falling into clichés
• 🔄 When source material is bisexual, but adaptations erase the queerness (The Color Purple, Hamilton)
• 🎬 Rewriting musicals: What shows should have explicit bi representation?

Whether you’re a theatre nerd, a casual musical lover, or just here for the campy chaos, this episode is for you.

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Ever noticed how women’s bisexuality in pop music is either fetishised into a sexy gimmick, while bi men seem to vanish altogether? In this episode, we dive into queerbaiting, erasure, and whether the industry is genuinely celebrating bisexual identities—or just cashing in on them.

🎤 How does the music industry shape bisexual representation?

🎶 Are recording artists amplifying visibility or being controlled by industry expectations?

📢 Does queerbaiting exist in music, or is it just repackaged biphobia?

We also discuss bisexual empowerment in music, the songs that have helped us feel seen, and the unique experience of swapping pronouns in lyrics—whether to hide or flaunt bisexual identity. Plus, we break down the 2025 Grammys, possibly the queerest Grammys to date, and what it says about representation right now.

• 🎵 The Grammys, Lady Gaga’s reign, and the rise of Chappell Roan
• 🎙 How music helps shape bisexual identity & self-acceptance
• 💡 The study exposing how women’s bisexuality is framed in pop music
• 🤔 Queerbaiting or self-expression? The industry’s control over artist personas
• 🔥 Clowns’ Bisexual Awakening—punk rock’s boldest bisexual anthem

Whether you’re a karaoke professional, a music lover, or just here for the Gaga worship, this one’s for you.

• 🎵 Abracadabra – Lady Gaga (Official Video)
• 🤠 Saddle Club - Queer Line Dancing
• 🎤 Birdcage Sydney - Queer Femme Club Night
• 📰 Our latest Star Observer Column: 'Could Celebrity Bisexuality Alter Our Nation’s Numbers?'
• 🏆 Chappell Roan’s Speech at the 2025 Grammys
• 📖 Study: Women’s Bisexuality in American Pop Music (2008-2018)
• 🎸 Clowns - Bisexual Awakening (Official Video)

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From bisexual tropes that refuse to die to the characters that shaped how we see ourselves, this episode is a deep dive into how Hollywood portrays bisexuality—for better or worse.

We’re asking:

• 🎭 Why is bisexual representation still such a mess?
• 📺 What actually makes a “good” bi character?
• 🎥 How has cinema influenced the way we understand our own identities?

Plus, we unpack the GLAAD Media Report and the ongoing underrepresentation of bisexuality on screen, discuss how bi tropes have personally shaped our own experiences, and revisit the Hays Code—the old Hollywood censorship rules that forced bisexuality into subtext, villainy, or outright invisibility.

Also in this episode:

• ✨ Bisexual-coded villains & messy, imperfect representation—do we need more of it?
• 🌟 Why Hollywood struggles to say the word "bisexual"
• 🎬 Netflix’s upcoming bisexual romance drama & exciting LGBTQ+ news from Thailand

Whether you’re a film buff or just a casual viewer, this one is a must-listen.

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In this episode of Give It To Me Bi, we’re diving into the intersection of confidence, self-esteem, and activism—reminding you that the personal is always political. 🌈 Whether you’re faking it ’til you make it or embracing who you are unapologetically, this episode is all about reclaiming your power and finding hope, even when the world feels overwhelming.

We explore how to build confidence from the ground up, why grace and self-compassion are key to growth, and how identity shifts can help you become the person you’ve always wanted to be. 💪 Along the way, we tackle feelings of hopelessness with practical strategies for local action, showing how small steps can lead to massive change.

Highlights include:

✨ Building confidence through “faking it,” trusting the process, and letting go of others’ opinions

❤️ Practicing grace: self-compassion, celebrating wins, and embracing your mistakes

💡 Shifting your focus from results to identity: How to align your habits and goals with who you want to be

🌟 Fighting for hope: Why local action matters and how to make an impact

We’ll also share practical ways to get involved in your community—from joining local boards and advocacy groups to participating in public hearings. The next four years might feel daunting, but disengaging isn’t the answer. Together, we’ll discuss how to reclaim your voice, your power, and your hope.

This is an empowering episode for anyone looking to rebuild confidence, take action, and find strength in community. 💥

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New year, new you! Chad and Steve dive into everything you need to know to make 2025 your best bisexual year yet. From setting resolutions to embracing authenticity, this episode is packed with stories, practical tips, and some bi+ banter.

We talk about:

• How to set resolutions that celebrate your bisexuality – from coming out to upgrading your self-care.
• Doechii’s epic bisexual clapbacks and why they’re inspiring bi+ confidence worldwide.
• Stats and trends showing why 2025 is the Year of the Bisexual.
• Building your bi+ community and finding spaces where you truly belong.
• Embracing joy and authenticity in all areas of life – even when the world feels overwhelming.

Plus, we share personal stories, community highlights, and the moments that are making us laugh, cry, and cheer as we step into the new year.

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• How to Support Someone Who’s Just Come Out as Bisexual: A guide for friends, family, and partners. Read here.
• Participate in the BISHH study: Help create the world’s largest bi+ specific health survey. Take the survey here.

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In this episode of Give It To Me Bi, we tackle the nuanced experiences of bisexual people in same-gender relationships. Have you ever felt "not straight enough to be bi"? For many bi+ individuals, being in a queer-presenting or same-gender relationship often leads to being mistaken as gay or lesbian, resulting in unique challenges and privileges.

We unpack what it means to navigate the world as a bi person in a same-gender relationship, the dynamics of "gay-passing" privilege, and how these intersections shape identity, community, and visibility. We also explore how to embrace your bisexuality fully, foster meaningful connections, and address feelings of imposter syndrome within the LGBTQIA+ community.

Highlights include:

• Navigating "gay-passing" privilege and the visibility struggle in same-gender relationships
• Overcoming internalised biphobia and toxic masculinity in forming same-sex platonic friendships
• Dating in same-sex circles as a bisexual person—unique joys, challenges, and navigating spaces
• How your partner can support your visibility and identity

Plus, we dive into listener questions and comments, including a video submission on why it's important to clarify "gay-passing" relationships, and explore how to find pride in your unique place in the queer spectrum.

This is a can't-miss episode for anyone navigating identity, visibility, and community as a bisexual person in same-gender relationships.

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In this episode, Chad Barnier and Steve Spencer delve into the complexities of bisexuality in different-gender relationships. They tackle the challenges of societal perceptions, biphobia, and "straight-passing privilege." Through personal anecdotes and insights from the bi+ community, the hosts explore the need for visibility, validation, and joy in bisexual identities. Together, they confront myths, celebrate positive representations, and offer practical resources for bisexual individuals and their allies.

• The Myth of Straight-Passing Privilege: The misconception that bisexuals in different-gender relationships have an advantage is debunked with personal insights and research data.
• Reframing the Narrative: Shifting the focus from doom and gloom to joy and thriving in bi+ relationships.
• Community Insights: Contributions from the Give It To Me Bi Facebook group highlight real-life experiences and challenges.
• Partner Support: Navigating the journey of coming out in a relationship, with an emphasis on communication and allyship.
• The Role of Communication: How vulnerability and open dialogue can strengthen relationships and challenge stereotypes.
• Intersection with Mental Health: The impact of erasure and exclusion on bisexual individuals' mental health.
• Resources for Allies: Tools and information to help allies support their bisexual loved ones effectively.

Books Mentioned:

• For the Love of Men by Liz Plank
• The Will to Change by Bell Hooks

Podcasts Mentioned:

• The Man Enough Podcast

Articles and Videos:

• Do Bisexuals Have Access to Straight Privilege? by Jamie Arpin-Ricci
• Passing Bi: Bi+ People in "Straight-Facing" Relationships (YouTube)

Helpful Resources:

• How to Support Someone Who Has Recently Come Out as Bisexual

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In this World AIDS Day special, Chad and Steve deliver an open, heartfelt, and deeply informative conversation about HIV and AIDS. Steve shares his personal journey as a person living with HIV, exploring the importance of testing, treatment, and education. We dive into groundbreaking medical advancements, including the U=U (Undetectable Equals Untransmittable) campaign and PrEP, while also tackling stigma and the historical impact of the HIV/AIDS crisis on the LGBTQ+ community. This episode is packed with life-changing insights, resources, and a message of hope for ending the HIV epidemic.

• World AIDS Day Themes: Discussion of the global theme "Take the Rights Path" and Australia's "It Starts With Me," highlighting rights-based approaches to ending the HIV epidemic.
• U=U Explained: Steve shares his experience of achieving an undetectable viral load through antiretroviral treatment, emphasising that undetectable equals untransmittable.
• HIV Testing Advocacy: The importance of regular testing, with a shoutout to free, at-home HIV test kits available at hivtest.au.
• Breaking Stigma: Tackling misconceptions and societal judgment faced by people living with HIV, especially in the bi+ community.
• PrEP and Prevention: An introduction to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), its effectiveness, and how it empowers individuals to prevent HIV transmission.
• Personal Stories: Steve opens up about his diagnosis journey, sharing how community support and modern medicine transformed his outlook on life.
• Historical Context: Reflecting on the devastating impact of the HIV/AIDS crisis and the resilience of the queer community.

• HIV Self-Testing Kits: hivtest.au
• PrEP Access Now: pan.org.au
• BiSHH Study: bishhstudy.com
• Documentary: How to Survive a Plague (2012)
• Bi Positive Advocacy Network: bipan@napwha.org.au

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