Hey, start your own queer podcast
Are you tired of the “people suck” narrative that dominates traditional media? I wish someone would tell stories of cool people doing amazing things? Should someone amplify the diverse voices within the LGBTQ community? That’s why and here you’ll find out how to start your own queer podcast.
Hear from Uncensored Visionary about how to start your own queer podcast
Meet Thomas Tucker from The Uncensored Visionary
Thomas Tucker is the creator and host of Uncensored Visionary, a podcast that highlights badass people in the queer community to explore what makes us so incredible and diverse. Beyond the podcast, he works full-time in finance, runs a nonprofit young professionals group, and does marketing for R&B singers who deserve to be heard. Today Thomas joins us to define what it means to be an uncensored visionary and explain what inspired him to start the podcast.
Thomas introduces some of his favorite podcast guests and describes why he is inspired by people who support others while nurturing their own talent. He also walks us through the steps he took to get started and gives insight into the effort he puts into the show each week. Listen to understand what Thomas has learned as a podcaster and learn more about Thomas’ long-term vision for the Uncensored Visionary!
Topics covered to start your own queer podcast
How Thomas defines an uncensored visionary
- Follow your own rules and create your own path
- Do what’s right for us (unconventional)
What inspired Thomas to start a podcast
- I’m tired of the “people suck” narrative
- Highlight stories of a diverse LGBTQ community
Some of Thomas’ most popular podcast guests
- Sampson McCormick, Miss Pvssy and Lucy LaForge
- People who use a platform to lift other people up
Why Thomas chose podcasting over other media
- It started as an idea for a blog
- A podcast allows you to tell a story in your own voice
What is true about Thomas Tucker?
- Loves people and socializing
- Diverse interests (working in finance, marketing R&B artists)
What Thomas learned as a podcaster
- Hone your conversation skills
- Adjust expectations if something goes wrong
5 Steps to Starting Your Own Queer Podcast
- Choose concept and target group
- Research and purchase necessary equipment (<$100)
- Define a vision and reach the guests
- Learn and grow from every interview
- start
The time Thomas dedicates to the production of “Uncensored Visionary.”
- Approximately 3 hours/week for recording, editing and creating visuals
- Before and after work at a full-time job
Thomas’ ultimate goals for the uncensored visionary
- Help the community explore different areas of business
- Promote creatives and help build brands