Episode Playlist
Episode 522 - 50th anniversary of Rod Stewart's "The Killing of Georgie"( 0:54:10)
Episode Information
Host:
Cam, Matt, Andi
Music:
Whataya want from me - Adam Lambert
All in my head - Andrew Mitch
Girl - 76th Street
The Killing of Georgie - Rod Stewart
Easy - Troye Sivan
When I forgive you - Sasha Allen
Dancing in my bedroom - DJ Bill Bennett
Topics:
- How this racecar driver went from flag marshal to building an all-LGBTQ+ Racing Team.
- Turkey blocks LGBTQ+ cruise from docking over moral standards.
- Gay sheep rescued from grim fate after refusing to mate with females live out their lives in peace on German farm.
- Japan moves towards nationwide LGBTQ+ education programme despite political tensions.
- Federal judge blocks DOJ from getting its hands on trans children private medical records.
- The Village People singer Victor Willis dies suddenly aged 74.
- Nancy Mace mocked for bill against trans mice experiments which are actually for cancer research.
- Regional LGBTQIA+ Australians face higher Rates of Discrimination.
- "The Killing of Georgie" at 50: The gay anthem the BBC banned.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the assistance of New Zealand On Air.
Published: 7/07/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 521 - Cats the Musical - Why( 0:57:41)
Episode Information
Cam, Andi, Skye, and Matt share a lively mix of music, community discussion, and LGBTQ+ news, highlighting achievements like trans representation at the Tony Awards, local and international stories, and reflections on activism, wellbeing, and community support. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 23/06/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 520 - 10 Years Since Pulse, Happy Birthday George and Judy( 0:57:56)
Episode Information
Cam, Andi, Skye, and Matt deliver a lively mix of LGBTQ+ news, community discussion, and music, covering global issues, pop culture highlights, and reflections including the Pulse nightclub anniversary, while sharing humour and messages of support and wellbeing. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 16/06/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 520 - 10 Years Since Pulse, Happy Birthday George and Judy( 0:57:56)
Episode Information
Cam, Andi, Skye, and Matt delivers a lively mix of LGBTQ+ news, community discussion, and music, covering global issues, pop culture highlights, and reflections including the Pulse nightclub anniversary, while sharing humour and messages of support and wellbeing.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 16/06/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 519 - Lobsters and Tomatoes, Which One Are You( 0:56:6)
Episode Information
Cam, Matt, and Andi, feature music, community updates, and lively discussion on LGBTQ+ news and culture, including tributes, social issues, and local events like Palmy Drag Fest and upcoming performances.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 9/06/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 518 - Happy Birthday Cher - You're Still Alive - We Love You( 0:56:20)
Episode Information
In this episode, Cam and Matt present a themed show for New Zealand Music Month featuring a lineup of LGBTQIA+ anthems from artists including Richard O’Brien, Cher, Open Side, Lizzie Marvelly, and more. Alongside the music, they discuss current international LGBTQIA+ news, including legal action against Meta over alleged content removal, court rulings supporting transgender healthcare rights, developments in legal recognition for trans people in Kenya, and stories from sport and entertainment. The programme combines celebration, advocacy, and updates on global issues affecting rainbow communities.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 26/05/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 517 - NZ Music - Power to the Topp Twins( 0:56:31)
Episode Information
In this episode of Palmy Pride, hosts Cam, Skye, Andi, and Matt celebrate New Zealand Music Month with a full playlist of songs from The Topp Twins. Alongside the music, the team discuss a range of LGBTQIA+ news and issues, including reflections on representation in media, legal rulings on discrimination, changing policies around conversion therapy, and community responses to inclusivity debates. With a mix of humour, commentary, and current events, the show highlights both progress and ongoing challenges facing rainbow communities locally and internationally.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 19/05/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 516 - Start of NZ Music Month( 0:57:48)
Episode Information
On this week’s Palmy Pride show, the team rounds up major LGBTQ+ news and community updates: Russia’s LGBT Network being labelled “extremist,” a Utah city ordered to pay damages after blocking an all-ages drag show, and an Oregon ruling supporting housing for transgender women prisoners based on gender identity. They also cover new research challenging claims about trans youth “growing out of it,” discuss NZ Blood Service updates to donor screening rules, and share a lighter moment with a sharply satirical “cocktail sav” story—plus plenty of gay anthems throughout. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 5/05/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 515 - ANZAC Day - Lest We Forget( 1:0:16)
Episode Information
Cam, Skye, and Matt return with Palmy Pride for an ANZAC‑themed episode combining music, remembrance, and commentary on LGBTQ+ news from Aotearoa and overseas. Through reflective and protest‑inspired songs, the team honours those lost to war while discussing recent developments affecting trans rights, asylum claims, free speech debates on university campuses, and shifting political attitudes toward LGBTQ+ communities in the US, Europe, and beyond. The episode blends remembrance, advocacy, and thoughtful discussion on identity, freedom, and equality.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 21/04/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 514 - Lets Keep Rainbow People in Sports - with More Rainbow Flags( 0:58:32)
Episode Information
The Palmy Pride team returns with a lively and outspoken episode blending queer news, pop culture, and community commentary. This show covers global and local LGBTQ+ issues, including debates around trans inclusion in sport, mental health and celebrity news, U.S. draft policies affecting trans women, and creative acts of pride and resistance. Alongside serious discussion, the episode features music, humour, theatre shout‑outs, and passionate advocacy, celebrating queer resilience, visibility, and joy.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 14/04/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 513 - Happy Birthday Lady GaGa - Hope the Cake is great as well( 0:57:42)
Episode Information
Cam, Matt & Skye discuss major LGBTQ+ news, including responses to homophobic remarks in NASCAR, landmark court decisions in Kenya and Poland, debates over trans athletes in sport, and the significance of Sarah Mullally becoming the first female Archbishop of Canterbury. The episode features music from Lady Gaga across Born This Way, Chromatica, Mayhem, and Harlequin.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 31/03/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 512 - Keep an eye on your Latte( 0:52:3)
Episode Information
Cam, Matt, Skye and Andi cover the week’s LGBTQIA+ stories, including a groundbreaking WWE moment from an openly gay wrestler, Olly Alexander speaking out against anti‑trans rhetoric, and new U.S. visa rules raising concerns for transgender travellers. The team also chats about DJ Bill Bennett’s rising profile, plus a light‑hearted segment on Flick the Bean Café and “Fern‑gate.”
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 24/03/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 511 - Kesha Says No to Whitehouse, While head phones could make you gay( 0:53:44)
Episode Information
Cam, Matt, Andi and Skye cover the week’s stories, including an English footballer suspended for using an anti‑gay slur, plans to demolish the Pulse nightclub site for a memorial, and a complaint over Hilary Cass’s BBC interview on trans healthcare. They also discuss Kesha criticising the White House for using her song in a pro‑war video, and Joe Locke’s Emmy win for Heartstopper.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 10/03/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 510 - Ozzie Ozzie Ozzie( 0:53:8)
Episode Information
Cam, Matt, Andi, and Skye dive into a big week of news and pop culture — from the referee whose viral proposal led to a second shocking attack, to remembering Drag Race Down Under favourite Maxi Shield. The team also chats about new protections for intersex people in Victoria, celebrates Magda Szubanski’s remission update, and marks the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade joining the national heritage list. Plus, Star Trek introduces its first gay Klingon, with a nod of support from George Takei.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 3/03/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Episode 509 - Winter Olympics Crotch Issue, Make Those Boluges Bigger( 0:57:29)
Episode Information
Hosts Cam, Matt, Andi, and Skye dive into a mix of local and global rainbow news this week — from Waipukurau retailers joining a safe‑shopping initiative and Auckland’s Rainbow Parade drawing huge crowds, to the European Parliament’s landmark affirmation that trans women are women. They also unpack quirky headlines like new crotch‑padding rules for the 2026 Winter Olympics, Miss J’s health struggles, and the removal of pride flags from the Stonewall National Monument. All that, plus an eclectic playlist featuring Britney Spears, Annie Lennox, Bette Midler, and more.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 24/02/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Palmy Pride Episode 508 - Is Work Stress Making You Gay( 0:55:28)
Episode Information
Cam, Matt, Andi, Skye discuss:
Bed bunny's super bowl 2026 couldn't be gayer - bigots be damned.
Top Malaysia MP claims work stress can turn you gay.
Budapest Mayor faces criminal charges for enabling pride after Hungary's ban
Tyra banks says ""i went too far"" with america next top model as new doc confirmed
Utah GOP Ordered Study on Trans Youth care, they're not pleased with the results.
Published: 10/02/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Palmy Pride Episode 507 - Look Out For Those Pandas( 1:0:58)
Episode Information
Cam, Matt, Andi, and Skye discuss:
Hockey players viral coming out was overwhelming in the best way possible.
BBC apologises after radio presenter called fairy boy and told to sound less gay
Valentino Garavani dies at 93, leaving lasting mark on fashion and culture.
karen ritchies mother of k rd honored for HIV and sex workers advocacy
gay and lesbian mardi gras condemned for refusing to highlight trans rights
pandasexuality men detained after claiming two male pandas were gay
Published: 3/02/2026 9:00:00 p.m.
Palmy Pride Episode 506 - First Show of 2026 - Welcome to the New Year( 0:53:38)
Episode Information
Cam, Matt, Andi, Skye are back for 2026! They discuss:
Gay tennis pro set to make history at the australian open.
straight acting brotherhood - toxic shaking up the gay scene
New data shows only four complaints about trans women in single sex spaces
Enee Nicole Goods death sparks surge in LGBTQ Americans seeking asylum in Canada
Global survey links LGBT-Phobia to economic hardship
Barry Manilow reveals he has lung cancer and will reschedule shows to undergo surgery
Plus music from:
Always something there to remind me - Melissa Etheridge
Mind of toy - Visage
Champion - Les Mckeown
Chasing Pavement - Adele
The man i lvoe - Mathew V
Whatever youre up for - The kentucky gentleman
ever fallen in love - pete shelley and buzzcocks
i cant smile without you - barry manilow
Published: 27/01/2026 9:00:00 p.m.