Proudly in Conversation podcast
Proudly in Conversation brings people together to talk openly about LGBTQ+ life
We bring together influential guests – advocates, policymakers, activists and industry leaders – to share stories, insights and perspectives. We'll consider how far we’ve come and where we still need to go, as well as why their stories matter now more than ever.
These conversations aren’t always easy and perspectives won’t always align. That’s the point. By hearing different voices, we create space for meaningful exchange and real understanding.
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Season 1 - episode 8
Lady Phyll: the power of joy, intention and collaboration across the movement
In this episode, we're joined by Phyllis Akua Opoku-Gyimah, also known as Lady Phyll, co-founder and CEO of UK Black Pride and Executive Director of Diva Charitable Trust. Phyll is a trailblazing political activist and was recently named number 1 on the 2026 Pride Power List. They discuss the evolution of UK Black Pride, the need for creating spaces specifically for Black and brown LGBTQ+ people, and what true representation and progress really look like.
All episodes
Season 1 - Episode 1
Dame Kelly Holmes: living authentically
Our first guest is none other than Dame Kelly Holmes. Double Olympic champion, British Army veteran, and one of Britain’s most decorated middle distance runners. A sporting icon whose career made history at the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, and whose influence transcends the track.
Season 1 - Episode 2
Ginger Johnson: Drag legend on identity, community & the future of queer spaces
In this episode, we’re joined by drag legend Ginger Johnson for an open and honest conversation about identity, belonging, mental health, and what it really means to create and sustain, inclusive queer spaces today.
Season 1 - Episode 3
Sarah Hughes, CEO of Mind : Mental health, inequality of access and intersecting identities
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Sarah Hughes. As CEO of Mind, she leads national efforts to improve services, influence policy and amplify the voices of people with lived experience.
She originally trained as a social worker and went on to manage mental health services across community settings, residential care and even HM Prison Holloway. Today she’s a regular voice in the media and a trusted advisor to governments and organisations around the world.
Season 1 - episode 4
Marc Thompson: Founder of PrEPster on activism & collective action
In this episode, we’re joined by Marc Thompson. Marc has a very impressive past, he was a co-founder of PrEPster, a pivotal organisation that advocated for the life-changing drug PrEP. Marc has also worked for the NHS, Terrence Higgins Trust, Gay Men Fighting AIDS, Big Up, and Positively UK
Season 1 - episode 6
Charlie Craggs: activist, author and comedy clapback queen
In this episode, we're joined by activist, author, broadcaster and comedy "clapback queen" Charlie Craggs. Charlie reflects on the intense media focus on trans people in the UK and how trans lives are often reduced to headlines, debates and culture war talking points.
Season 1 - episode 7
Josh Babarinde: Liberal Democrat MP, campaigner and humanitarian
In this episode, we’re joined by Josh Babarinde OBE, a campaigner and Liberal Democrat MP for Eastbourne. Raised on a council estate, he founded the award winning social enterprise Cracked It, supporting young people at risk and ex‑offenders into work. This earnt him a Shackleton Award, a Churchill Fellowship, Forbes 30 Under 30, and an OBE at 26.
Podcasts Simon has appeared on
The D.A.R.E. Podcast
Talking about equality and social justice
Queer Talker
LGBTQ+ rights & why we must keep going
Let's Go Wellbeing
How Does Inclusion Impact Mental Health at Work?
Third Sector Podcast
How Stonewall’s chief is navigating turbulence
EZRA Asks
Belonging vs Backlash: What’s the Real Cost of Getting Inclusion Right?
River Effra
White-water Leadership: Why resilience is vital for charity leaders
Older Queer Voices
Banning Conversion Practices in the UK
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