Since 2013, the Little Gay Blog has offered a different take on gay issues such as life, love, sex, health, travel, community, rights + more!
33 Gay Instagram Users Worth Following
Looking for fun, smart and sexy gay Instagram users to follow? Here is a carefully curated collection of 33 gay Instagram users worth checking out.
The Gay Art Explosion
Credit – Joel Devereux
Drag. Politics. Social Media. Cosplay. Bears. Sex. Equality. Identity…It seems that the cultural forces at play in the world today have created the perfect storm for a gay art explosion.
Behind The Porn: Wesley Woods
Are you a fan of Wesley Woods? After all, he’s one of gay porn’s most popular performers. Well then, check out the Wesley Woods interview here on the blog.
4 Seriously Smart & Sexy Gay Magazines
With the media, and specifically print media, in a state of decline and chaos, here are 4 seriously smart and sexy gay magazines that are killing it right now.
Men Who Love Men In Underwear
Men in underwear. It sounds pretty tame in an age of dick pics and unlimited online porn. Yet for some guys, seeing men in underwear is a huge turn on.
gCircuit: The Real Deal
Photo credit: gCircuit
gCircuit is Thailand’s (in fact, Asia’s) largest gay dance party. Here, 9 guys share their real thoughts about gCircuit with you.
Behind The Porn: Skyy Knox
Image credit: Mark Henderson Photgraphy
Skyy Knox is the breakout gay porn star of 2017. But who’s the guy behind that killer body? Check out the Skyy Knox interview here on the blog.
One Magical Weekend: The Ultimate Guide
Thinking of going to One Magical Weekend? Want to know more about it? You’ve come to the right place! Explore the ultimate guide to One Magical Weekend.
Get To Know: Conor McKenzie
Conor McKenzie is a dancer, model, teacher with a massive social media following. It was a pleasure to interview Conor and find out more about him.
Middle Distance Relationships
Is there perhaps one massively important key ingredient we’re overlooking when it comes to finding and being in a fulfilling long-term relationship? Space.
Carlos Brandt Talks Gay Activism
For gay rights activist Carlos Brandt, visibility is an essential part towards achieving equality. Check out the Carlos Brandt interview here.
Feast Of Fun: My Favourite Gay Podcast
Feast Of Fun is my personal, favourite gay podcast. It’s unique, original and in-depth coverage has been a huge source of inspiration to me.
Can The Gay Bathhouse Make A Comeback?
In an increasingly digitally connected world, can the gay bathhouse make a comeback? With a little bit of rebranding and refocus, I think it can!
Daddy Issues: London’s Hottest Party?
Image credit: Daddy Issues London
Daddy Issues London is a party that caters to guys into sexy DILFs and their admirers, hot daddies, sexy boys and the guys that drool over them.
WE Party: Men, Muscles & Music
The WE Party is Madrid’s biggest gay pride party. But it’s huge popularity means that WE Party is expanding and taking the party on tour!
Grindr Gets ‘Into’ Hard Hitting News
Grindr’s recent launch of its online news site ‘Into’ signals a departure from being ‘just a hook up app’ into hard hitting news terrain.
The Globbers: Gay Travel Wanderlust
The Globbers – Luca and Alessandro – are pretty much the epitome of gay travel wanderlust. They’re living their passion for world travel together.
Gay Marriage: Open Or Monogamous?
Gay marriages – should they be open or monogamous? How do you and your partner decide what works for you, and what are some things to consider?
Bob Mizer’s Physique Pictorial Magazine Returns
Image credit: Bob Mizer Foundation
In commemoration of the passing of male physique photographer Bob Mizer 25 years ago in May 1992, the Bob Mizer Foundation has just announced that it will relaunch his groundbreaking and controversial magazine, Physique Pictorial in August 2017.
Bows4Pride Launches In Time For Pride17
Want to look good, do good, and make a statement? Now you can. Bows4Pride is a fundraising campaign launching on the eve of gay pride 2017.
Davey Duzit – Australia’s First Gay Hip Hop Star
Davey Duzit returns with a blistering new EP. Gay sex, assault, health scares, relationships and exclusion, it’s all covered. Davey is back and he’s got something to say.
Briefs Close Encounters – The Magic Is Still There
The Briefs boys are back! ‘Close Encounters’ is the follow up to their international smash hit show ‘Briefs: The Second Coming’. So how does the new show stack up?
Ron Amato Delivers An Emotional Punch With ‘The Box’
Respected New York photographer Ron Amato’s latest book, ‘The Box’ is a stunning, emotionally impactful commentary about the state of contemporary gay men.
Meet 2 Guys Who Run Gay Tumblr Pages
Google the term “Gay Tumblr” and a veritable feast of Tumblr pages featuring gay porn covering every desire, kink and fetish is literally at your fingertips.
The Pretty Boy
The pretty boy. We’ve all seen him. At the club, the street or the supermarket. He’s distinguished by ticking off a bucket list of perfect, almost impossible to attain qualities.
An Open Letter To ‘Men’s Health’ Magazine
Dear Men’s Health,
I’m a long-term, loyal subscriber. I love your magazine and get lots of useful, useable information every issue.
Are You Awake?
Are you fully present and awake in your life? Are you aware of what’s going on around you and of your own behaviour? And would you know if you weren’t?
The Gay Hotel Dilemma
In the midst of planning a 3 month overseas adventure, I find myself experiencing a gay hotel dilemma – should I support and stay at gay hotels or not?
3 Changes I’d Love To See In ‘Grace and Frankie’ Season 3
‘Grace and Frankie’ is one of my favourite shows to come along in a long time. Here are my ideas for 3 changes I’d like to see in the third season of the show.
Gay Men & Body Image Issues
Whether we’re trying to pack on muscle, lose fat or pursue whatever we consider to be the ‘ideal body’, many gay men experience some sort of body image issues.
Gay Porn – Helpful Or Harmful?
Gay porn has its fair share of fans, as well as its critics. But have you ever wondered whether gay porn is actually helpful or harmful to you, in your own life?
Milo Yiannopoulos: The Real Issue
Milo Yiannopoulos may say things that you disagree with. But blocking, banning, firing or any other form of trying to silence him, misses the real issue.
Between A Twink And A Daddy
The gay world typically has a life cycle that goes a little something like this…You start off as a twink, you end up as a daddy. Which means that in your 30s, you’re in no man’s land.
Love Your Penis
If you’re not hung like a porn star, don’t despair. You’re not alone. Pretty much the only guys that have porn star penises are porn stars. The rest of us need to learn to love the penises we have.
The Blue Penis Project
The Blue Penis Project is the brainchild of Australian artist Claude, who celebrates diversity, individuality and masculinity by finely painting blue penises.
Turtle Cove – Australia’s Last Remaining 100% Gay Paradise
In a country as big as Australia, it’s hard to believe there’s only one LGBT holiday resort. But it just so happens to be the case. Turtle Cove Beach Resort is it.
Playbear: On Beauty, Body Ideals & Penis Size
Playbear Magazine is a bear-centric magazine. It’s been described as “Playboy” meets “Vanity Fair” meets “GQ” for the bear, otter and cub communities, as well as the broader gay community.
Behind The Porn: Ryan Rose
Famous for his movie star of a bygone era good looks, chiselled physique and oozing on-screen sex appeal, there’s more to Ryan Rose than meets the eye.
Is Zac Efron Gay – And Why Do We Care?
Why do we love to speculate whether Zac Efron is gay, or Hugh Jackman, James Franco, or any other successful, attractive male celebrity for that matter?
Love Is Blind Premiers On Dekkoo
Following on from the hit drama “Feral,” gay streaming service Dekkoo is releasing their second original series, “Love Is Blind” on Valentine’s Day.
Condom-KoozieZ? Yep, It’s A Thing
So what does safer sex have to do with beer coolers? Well, ASHASexualHealth.org and Kooziez.com have teamed up to promote condom use and safer sex.
Nostalgic For The 90s
I’m a 1980s baby, which means that the 90s were my formative years. The music, attitudes and pervasive pop culture of that time have shaped who I am today.
Spruce Up Your Online Dating Profile (In Time for Valentine’s Day!)
Hornet App is the world’s second largest gay social network. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, they’re sharing some sound online dating advice.
Radar.tv: Next Level Live Streaming
Radar.tv is an app for the gay (LGBTQ) community. Combining the power of video and social media, this groundbreaking app is taking live streaming to the next level.
You’ve Been Beyonced
If you think Beyonce is at her career peak right now, or that ‘Lemonade’ is her best album to date, I’ve got news for you – you’ve been Beyonced.
Big Gay Met Party Tours
If you’re interested in camp culture, scandalous stories, naked dudes and badass lesbians, you’re gonna love Museum Hack’s “Big Gay Met” party tours.
Ru Paul’s Drag Race Season 9 Realness
Get the latest episode recaps of Ru Paul’s Drag race season 9 from one of the world’s biggest RPDR superfans. Put the kettle on because THIS. IS. THE. T.
Chatting With: Samuel Anthony Harwit
I’m a huge fan of Samuel Anthony Harwit. So, I was beyond thrilled to have the opportunity to chat with him. Check out the interview below.
Feminism Lessons For The Gay Rights Movement
The modern feminist movement has been around for 50+ years. Yet, women still aren’t equal to men. Which leads to two interesting and complex questions.
17 Gay Instagram Accounts To Follow In 2017
In 2017, there are more gay Instagram accounts than ever. That’s why the Little Gay Blog is presenting this carefully curated crop of 17 gay Instagram accounts worth following.
Coming Full Circle
2016 has been a huge year for the Little Gay Blog. I’m taking a moment – a full circle moment – seeing where the year started and how it’s ended up.
Sexy Gay Guys & Online Hate
We can all agree that online hate and trolling sucks. But when it happens to sexy, provocative and “out there” gay guys, do our attitudes about it change?
Ru Paul’s Drag Race KiKi
Need some Ru Paul’s Drag Race in you life? Then check out my kiki with one of the world’s most devoted and knowledgable Ru Paul’s Drag Race superfans!
Crafty Lumberjacks Will Get You In The Festive Mood
A couple who crafts together stays together. Just ask Andrew and Dennis (aka the Crafty Lumberjacks). They’ve got some great ideas to get you in the festive mood.
Get STD Tested – Without Leaving Home
A new healthcare startup called GetTested makes screening for the seven most common STDs, including HIV and syphilis, easier than ordering a new iPhone.
Political Polls Should Be Banned
Fool me once (Brexit), shame on you. Fool me twice (Trump), shame on me. We cannot be fooled for a third time. Political polls should be banned.
President Trump: How To Process
There are a number of ways to process the presidential election of Donald J Trump. Whatever you’re feeling, know that it’s OK and you are not alone.
Gaytimes Festival Returns
Looking for a weekend getaway of music, art, camping, community and yoga? Then don’t miss the Gaytimes 2017 Festival. It looks set to be bigger and better than ever!
3 Eye-Popping Calendars With A Cause
Image credit: Orthodox Calendars
What do hot Orthodox priests, guys who don’t tan and university rowers have in common? They’re all producing amazing gay calendars with a cause.
Eliad Cohen: On Partying, Pride & Pulse
In many ways, Eliad Cohen is the epitome of the gay party scene. His Papa Party is one of the most successful gay dance parties in the world right now.
Every Gay Guy Has Style
Style isn’t the exclusive domain of the young, thin or rich. I believe every gay guy – no matter age, weight or income – can find their own sense of style.
The Rise (And Fall?) Of Gay Media
Gay media fascinates me. As ‘gay becomes mainstream’, the question is: do we still need our own media, and if we do, how should that media represent and reflect us?
Actually Looking Forward To 40
Having just passed the half way mark of my 30s, my thoughts are slowly starting to turn towards the big 4-0. And you know what? I’m actually excited!
De-Stigmatising Sex Toys
Sex toys get a bad rap. While attitudes are changing, when was the last time you heard someone freely admit they use a sex toy? When was the last time you admitted it?
Glitter Festival Returns
Following it’s successful launch last year, the Glitter Festival on the Gold Coast (Australia) is back in 2016 – bigger, better and sparklier than ever!
ISIS – A (Gay) Love Story
The Syrian war and the emergence of ISIS serve as the unlikely backdrop for a gay ‘jihad-erotica’ love story designed to send an anti-ISIS message.
We’re Not Post-Gay Yet
It will be great to live in a world where being gay is fully accepted and normal. I’m confident that we will get there one day. We’re just not there yet.
Tommy DiDario: The World Needs More Love
Never have these words been truer. After the tragedy at Pulse nightclub in Orlando, we as a worldwide community, responded with love. That was a choice.
Beard Oil – Gimmick Or Grooming Essential?
When a barber recently applied beard oil – and it made my beard smell great and feel smooth – it got me thinking, is beard oil more than just a gimmick?
Grindr Launches The Varsity Collection
Grindr, the world’s most well known gay social app, has just launched its first clothing line. The best bit? All proceeds are supporting sports equality.
How To Feel Fulfilled As A Lonely, Shy Gay Gay
GUEST POST – Founder of Your Success Launch, Max DuBowy shares his experience and advice on how to feel fulfilled if you’re a lonely, shy gay guy.
Share Your Voice
I’ve been getting approached by writers offering to guest post on the blog (which is awesome!) So I’m putting the call out there – want to share your voice?
Spirituality And Success Can Co-Exist
I recently had a huge a-ha moment. I realised, for the first time in my life, that spirituality can actually co-exist with success, focus, ambition and hard work.
The Joy Of Travel
Travelling around the world in my late teens is one of my favourite things I’ve done. I learnt, loved and lived through so many enriching and life changing experiences.
Remember When Australia Had Marriage Equality?
In 2016, for a number of strange and strangely interrelated reasons, Australia remains the only English-speaking country in the world not to have marriage equality.
Embracing, Not Just Accepting Ageing
As my 36th birthday approaches, I feel happier and healthier than ever. I’ve gone from accepting ageing to actually embracing, heck even looking forward to it!
Some Good Gay News
Tuning in to the news these days can be depressing. So here’s a news grab of five interesting, uplifting and positive gay news stories, from media outlets all over the world.
Queer Identities In Germany 1880-1945
‘Queer Identities and Politics in Germany’ offers a fascinating insight into what it meant to be lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender in Germany between 1880-1945.
New Website Launched – About Male Escorting
Few professions are as misunderstood, disparaged and infamous as that of the world’s oldest profession – sex work. Male sex work in particular, has its own unique challenges.
10 Gems From ‘Gay Therapy’
Nick Fager is a psychotherapist practising in New York City. On his Instagram page ‘Gay Therapy’, he shares some great insights into many areas of modern gay life.
Renaming Gay Pride To Gay Rights
As Gay Pride Month draws to a close in the USA, it’s worth asking whether renaming Pride to Rights might better reflect what the whole month is actually about.
Garçon Model Talks Diversity
Diversity, or rather the lack thereof, is a big topic these days. So I reached out to Garçon Model, an underwear brand (as you do), to get their thoughts about diversity.
Mr And Mr Vegan
Veganism has a PR problem. Too often associated with hippies or latte-sipping lefties, veganism actually has a lot to offer the non-hippy, non latte-loving gay guy.
Could Gun Safety Become The New Marriage Equality?
In the wake of the tragedy in Orlando, the LGBT community can play a leading role in turning this tragic moment into a powerful movement that takes on the issue of gun safety once and for all.
Living, Loving & Working Together
Maintaining a successful, fulfilling long-term relationship can be hard. So when you add working together into the mix as well, things get a whole lot more complicated.
I Am Cait – Privilege, Politics And The Personal
Not being a huge fan of reality TV, I realise I’m late to ‘I Am Cait’. After deciding to give it a go, I am now a huge fan of Caitlyn Jenner, as well as the show itself.
Responding To The ‘No Fats, No Fems’ Shirt
The response to the ‘No Fats, No Fems’ shirt has been one of outrage. While that’s a valid response, there is an opportunity to respond in other ways as well.
Harrison Blythe Slays On Sophomore ‘San Ramon’
Harrison Blythe follows up his instant classic debut, ‘Fatal Highway’, with a beautifully crafted collection of tracks on sophomore album ‘San Ramon’.
Why I’ll Never Be Instagay Hot (& Why I’m Totally OK With It)
I’ll never be Instagay hot. This isn’t a pity me statement, or even a depressing one. It’s just reality. And it’s a reality that I have fully and wholeheartedly embraced.
The Gay Gap Year
I’m smack bang in the middle of my 30s. Things are going great work-wise, love-wise and generally life-wise. So why do I feel the need to do something more?
Want PrEP? There’s An App For That!
There’s an app for every aspect of our lives these days. From daily reminders, to photo filters, to finding sex – we’ve got access to a whole world of ‘stuff’, right from our smartphones or tablets.
What’s Up With Marriage Equality in Australia?
Why is it that the land of sun, surf and speedos, the country that gave the world Kylie, Dame Edna and Hugh Jackman (he’s not gay, but he is hot!) is lagging so far behind on marriage equality?
Benjamin Law – Gaysia, Greatness And Beyond
Benjamin Law is the ultimate slashie. He’s a newspaper columnist / TV screenwriter / journalist / author / activist, who also happens to have a PhD in creative writing and cultural studies.
How Open Minded Are You?
Most people like to think of themselves as open minded. As gay guys, we tend to believe that we have a progressive, compassionate and open minded outlook on life.
The Benefits Of Choosing Not To Come Out
It’s assumed that all gay people will at some stage in their lives, come out. Or at least that they should. The base assumption has been that to come out is the right / proper thing to do.
Boys Of Life
Boys of Life is an arousing, provocative and visually stunning film series that captures the beauty of the male body, as well as the spirit of poetry.
Making Gay Friends After 30 (Part 3)
Acceptance
Instead of making, and not keeping, a whole bunch of resolutions, this new year I’m doing something different. I am going to focus on one thing and one thing only for the new year.
Social Media & Getting Older
I remember a time when even having your mobile phone on the table was considered inappropriate. Or when watching TV was enough to keep you entertained.
Why Is Everyone Coming Out On YouTube – And Is That A Bad Thing?
These days, it seems that everyone is coming out on YouTube. Why has YouTube become such a popular way for people to come out – and is it a bad thing?
Is Social Media Making Us Un-Sociable?
Social media’s goals are lofty. It’s designed to bring us together. To connect people all over the world. But does it actually, really do any of that?
Gay Surfing In Brazil
Here’s something to mark down on your 2017 to-do list. A gay friendly surf camp is being held in beautiful Santa Catarina, Brazil from 25 March to 1 April 2017.
My Love/Hate Relationship With Gay Travel
I genuinely want to get behind the whole idea of gay travel. I love the idea of having spaces and places where gay people can feel relaxed and open on their holidays.
Bearded Homos Australia on Instagram
Bearded Homos Australia is an awesome Instagram account celebrating beards, and the men who make them look so damn irresistible.
The Bisexual Elephant In The Room
It’d be pretty easy to just sit back and think everything is going just fine for the gay community. But there’s a big ol’ bisexual elephant in the room.
How Big Is Yours?
On hook up apps, we may embellish a little. At the beach, we may subtly adjust it to look better. Why is it so hard (pun intended) to talk honestly and openly about penis size?
Baldness Isn’t Just About Losing Hair
A thick set of luscious locks is considered one of the ultimate symbols of male-ness. So it’s only logical that when you start to lose your hair, it can be pretty traumatic.
New Artist Alert – Harrison Blythe
Harrison Blythe makes some seriously good music. Which is kind of weird coming from me, given I tuned out of pop(ular) music about a decade ago.
Global Pride Summit Reflections
EXCLUSIVE – Founder of the Global Pride Summit, Mark Anthony Lord shares his reflections on creating the world’s first ever Global Pride Summit and how it went.
Alphabet Soup
I use the word ‘gay’ because I self-identify as a gay guy. But it has another, broader meaning too. It means all of us, within what has been termed the ‘rainbow family’.
A Simple Message To Marriage Equality Haters
As momentum for marriage equality builds in Australia, it’s inevitable that the voices of marriage equality haters get louder as well. Here’s my simple message to them.
The Purple Bombers
Homophobia in sports, especially male-dominated team sports, continues to be an ongoing issue. One Aussie football club is doing their bit to make a real difference.
A Sexy, New Army of Men
Army of Men is a new Australian company making leather gear for guys into the leather/kink/fetish scene. The timing of Army of Men’s arrival is an interesting one.
Is Happiness Worth It?
Happiness. It’s something we all strive for. Pretty much all of our actions are based on wanting to get happy. But do we ever really actually arrive at a happy place?
Could You Go Back To High School?
My high school years (92-97) weren’t a great experience for me. It seems everyone knew I was gay (before I did, inconveniently enough) and everyone seemed to have a problem with it.
Growing, Without Growing Apart
If change is the only constant in life, then it stands to reason that to find a degree of happiness and comfort in life, we need to learn how to deal with change.
LGBT Teen Suicide: Keep The Conversation Going
The issue of LGBT teen suicide hit the gay and mainstream consciousness in a big way in 2010. In the years since, how much has really changed?
Global Pride Summit
The world’s first online Global Pride Summit will bring together some of the greatest LGBT celebrities, teachers, business leaders, healers, coaches and artists.
PASH – Getting Real About Hooking Up
New gay hook up apps seem to be popping up all the time. PASH is one of the latest gay hook up apps – and one of the few to come from Australia!
Cleaning As Meditation
Cleaning and housework aren’t exactly at the top of my fun priority list. Yet I’ve noticed that cleaning has some surprising and completely unexpected consequences.
FNQ Magazine – Promoting Pink Paradise
FNQ Magazine is the only gay lifestyle and travel magazine promoting the beautiful people and places of Far North Queensland, located on the east coast of Australia.
5 Reasons Why Hook Up Apps Aren’t Closing Down Gay Bars
Co-owners of Urge – Auckland’s longest running gay venue, Paul Heard and Alan Granville, were understandably upset at the recent closure of their business.
10 Reasons To Love ‘Looking’
The HBO show ‘Looking’ has received a mixed response since it first aired. At times, it’s been compared unfavourably to the seminal series ‘Queer as Folk’.
Melbourne Queer Film Festival
The Melbourne Queer Film Festival is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2015. This achievement easily makes it Australia’s longest running queer film festival.
This Digital Life
The Summer of ’99 was a Summer of many firsts for me – both good and bad. I flew on my first plane. I fell in love for the first time. I experienced my first close loss (my father).
Confessions of a ‘Drag Race’ Virgin
I know it’s hard to believe now, but up until the start of 2015, I was a ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ virgin. I had heard about the show, but had never watched an episode.
Hello Sunday Morning
Hello Sunday Morning is a great initiative I came across fortuitously over the new year break. Yes, that’s right. I admit, I’m one of those new year’s resolutioners.
Porn Again: A Memoir
Put simply, Porn Again: A Memoir is great book! I started reading it and It quickly become a book that I couldn’t put down, staying up way past my bedtime to finish it.
Exploring Gay Health
Gay health is often synonymous with issues such as HIV/AIDS or other sexually transmitted infections. These are important issues that need to be addressed.
Is The Sydney Gay And Lesbian Mardi Gras Worth It?
For people who live in the northern hemisphere, is it worth the time, cost and effort it takes to travel to the land Down Under for the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras?
When Comfort Food Doesn’t Bring Comfort
Damn those mid-afternoon munchies. The ones that make you forage through your fridge and pantry in every hastening circles of panic.
Gay Blog – A Starter’s Guide
One of the reasons why I started a ‘gay blog’ was because I was inspired by the great writing of other gay bloggers. I’m by no means an expert, but I have learnt a few things.
Why Monogamy Isn’t Boring
Being in a long-term monogamous relationship is one of the most enjoyable experiences I’ve ever had in my life. AND my love life is better and more fun than ever!
Gay Equality In Our Lifetime?
With the gay rights movement in full swing, there’s a lot we can learn about where we’re going based on what we’ve seen unfold in the women’s liberation movement.
Are You A ‘Non Scene’ Gay Dude?
Getting Older…And Happier
Getting older – and happier. These four words are not a mistake or misprint, dear reader. They are in fact, a reflection of something that is actually possible.
Easton Mountain: Honouring The Gay Spirit
The gay community is often associated with the gay scene. So it’s nice to find a gay space that offers something for the soul. Easton Mountain is that place.
A New LGBTI Identity
These are exciting, and increasingly progressive, times for the LGBTI community. Gay rights are now firmly planted in the mainstream political discourse.
Why HIV/AIDS Is ‘Our’ Issue, Not Just ‘Their’ Issue
As a gay man, HIV/AIDS is an issue that has not directly affected my life or me personally. I’m HIV- and so is my partner and I don’t know many other gay guys.
Equality Funds: Investing In Equality
There are many ways businesses support the LGBT community. Equality Funds, is showing their commitment by putting their money where their mouth is – literally.
Why ‘I Don’t Know’ Can Sometimes Be The Best Answer
Our relationship with needing to know is an interesting one. Some people are OK with not knowing. but for most of us, not knowing equates to fear, so we try to avoid it.
Dealing With Homophobia Online
Homophobia has many forms. It can be violence, physical intimidation, discrimination and unequal treatment. It can also come in the form of words.
HERO Condoms Save Lives – Twice
I love the concept of one-for-one giving. It means that if an organisation is selling shoes, for every pair of shoes it sells, another pair is donated to a community in need.
Celebrating The Small
The Little Gay Blog recently turned 1 year old. It’s an achievement that I’m very proud of, as it does takes time, effort and motivation to keep the blog going.
Loving Your Body
For the first time in my life, I feel good about the way I look. And guess what? I don’t have washboard abs, massive biceps and I’ll probably never be a gay magazine cover model.
Making Marriage Better
When it comes to the current discussion about marriage equality, there’s one topic that seems to be overlooked. Improvement. How we can make marriage better.
Taking A Gaycation
The plans have been made. Plane tickets are booked. So is the hotel. The friends are rearing to go. So now the countdown to my very first gaycation begins!
Hook Up Apps Might Be Holding You Back
Whether you’re looking for a lifetime of love, or just a night of lust, have you ever considered that hook up apps might actually be holding you back?
HIV & Life Insurance
Until recently, trying to get life insurance after being diagnosed with HIV or diabetes has up until now, been extremely difficult, if not impossible to do.
Some Thoughts On Gay Labels
Humans create labels to understand things. One label can lead to another. In this way, you can go from human to male to gay. But gay isn’t always the end of the label line.
Embrace Your Thirties!
Screw the youth obsessed culture we live in. Even if I could, I wouldn’t want to go back in time and and re-live my 20s all over again. The 30s are where it’s at, baby!
Working Out For Life
Are you a yo-yo gym rat? You go hard for short periods of time, only to find a mountain of excuses (work, social life) to allow months to elapse between gym visits?
Are You Approachable?
It’s easy to lament the decline of the gay scene in recent years. But regardless of whether the scene is in decline or not – when you do venture out, are you approachable?
Australia Needs A Dan Savage
America’s most well known gay activist, Dan Savage recently visited Australia. He impressed with a compelling communication style and razor sharp intellect.
Breaking Up In The Age Of Social Media
Breaking up has changed. Back in the old days (like ’06), breaking up meant never having to see or hear from each other ever again.
Living In A Gay Cocoon
In an increasing number of places around Australia and the world, you can live in essentially, a gay cocoon.
OX Live – Gay Digital Radio
Like a lot of you, I enjoy hearing from a diverse range of voices. This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing OX Live Founder, Brooklyn Ross.
Examining Australia’s Gay Rights Movement
After the election (and subsequent removal) of Australia’s anti-gay Prime Minister Tony Abbott – how strong is the Australian gay rights movement in general?
There’s A Bear In There!
What comes to mind when you hear the term gay bear? For some, it’s images of hairy guys, for others it might be an association with strong, beefy, masculine guys.
Say Hello To Archer Magazine
Archer Magazine is a magazine documenting and celebrating sexual diversity in Australia. It’s new. It’s so new that a print edition hasn’t even been released yet.
Gay Surfers – Surfing To Acceptance
As many facets of society move towards a genuine acceptance and inclusion of the gay community, the sporting arena is still a notorious hold out.
The T Is Not Silent
Being the G in the LGBT acronym can feel like being a straight, white guy. Gay guys are the most visible and well catered to group within the diverse LGBT community.
Celebrating Singlehood
We live in a world of Hollywood rom-coms and cute annoying couple nicknames. This is all well and good when you’re in a relationship. But what about all the single folk?
Making Gay Friends After 30 (Part 2)
Does forming new, meaningful friendships with other gay guys get harder as you get older? And does being in a relationship add another layer of complexity?
Agreeing To Disagree
I recently wrote an article asking if we’re perhaps too focused on marriage equality. I started by stating I am a 100% supporter of marriage equality.
Breaking up – A Gentleman’s Guide
At the risk of stating the blatantly obvious, breaking up is never easy or fun. Whatever the reasons or circumstances, the end of a relationship is painful.
We Are All Beautiful
I believe there’s beauty in diversity. As a wonderfully diverse group, beauty comes in all shapes, sizes, colours, races and ages within our LGBT community.
Kaliido – A Meaningful Alternative to Gay Hook Up Apps
I was under the impression that while there are a number of gay hook up apps, there isn’t really a gay ‘hang out’ app. Turns out, there is – and it’s called Kaliido.
The Outs
The Outs is a web series that is better than any other ‘gay TV show’ at the moment (I’m looking at you Modern Family). It’s well written, witty and a little bit indie.
Equal Rights – You Have The Right To Remain Gay?
Equal rights are at the forefront of many people’s mind. While equal rights are being discussed all over the world, are the voices of all gay people being heard?
Finding Meaning – Why Questions Are Just As Good As Answers
I’m 32 years old and feel that I’m relatively sorted. And yet, I don’t think I’ve figured out the meaning of my life. Or even what I’m meant to be doing with my life.
5 Myths About Gay Monogamy
I think gay monogamy is a little misunderstood, especially by gay men themselves. However, this isn’t a ‘Why gay monogamy is better than…’ article.
Matthew Mitcham: Twists and Turns
Twists and Turns by Matthew Mitcham is an honest, revealing and well written book. Mathew Mitcham is a high profile gay Olympic gold medallist.
Gay Community – An Oxymoron?
I do believe there is such a thing as a gay community. Even though I’ve never felt to truly part of it, I know that it exists. Or rather, that they exist.
When Gay Rights Go Backwards
A lot of attention is being given to gay rights at the moment. Issues such as marriage equality and reducing discriminatory are enjoying widespread attention.
Making Gay Friends After 30
Is it possible to make new gay friends after 30, or is forming new, long-lasting friendships something that stops at a certain age? Well, I’m about to find out.