On Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel deep dives into the LGBTQ+ stories lighting up our screens — and the people who bring them to life. Each week, she sits down with the stars we love, the creators behind the scenes, and the voices changing the way stories are told. From on-screen firsts to behind-the-scenes breakthroughs, Pride is where iconic characters, coded moments, and groundbreaking storytelling all come together.Whether it’s a rom-com kiss that made you feel seen, a coming-out arc that...
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Episode List

Dasha Makes Space for Everyone on the Dance Floor

Oct 15th, 2025 7:00 AM

Country-pop singer and songwriter Dasha is proving there’s room for everyone on the dance floor—and on the country charts. From viral line dances to sold-out shows overseas, she’s redefining what it means to be a woman in country music while staying true to her roots.But that’s just the beginning. In today’s episode, Dasha opens up about:👢 The breakout success of “Austin” and how a line dance for her viral hit turned into a global fan base🎤 Navigating trolls, confidence, and the pressure of following up a chart-topping single🌈 Bringing queer visibility into the country music world and why inclusivity is her message🎶 Writing her new EP Oh, Anna as a love letter to her younger self🎢 Balancing messy fun, real storytelling, and the ride of sudden fameWith humor, honesty, and fearless energy, Dasha shows us how to chase dreams, stay authentic, and line dance through it all. 

Sarah Ann Masse Brings Survivor Stories to the Stage

Sep 17th, 2025 6:45 PM

Actor, writer, advocate, and nonprofit founder Sarah Ann Masse has built a career out of turning pain into power—on stage, on screen, and in community. From confronting Harvey Weinstein to launching Hire Survivors, Sarah has used her voice to create space for others, while continuing to grow her own artistic journey.But that’s just the start. Sarah opens up about:🌈 Coming out later in life and finding her place in the queer community🎭 Building Hire Survivors Hollywood and now Broadway to reshape inclusion in entertainment🎶 Workshopping The Right Girl, a Diane Warren–scored musical inspired by survivors’ stories🚛 Writing and starring in Mother Trucker, with Amber Ruffin now attached📚 Developing her YA fantasy adaptation, The Chronicles of CarriganSarah’s blend of resilience, humor, and creativity makes this conversation one you won’t forget.

G Flip’s Dream Ride Into Butch Springsteen

Sep 3rd, 2025 7:00 AM

With their new album, Dream Ride, the Aussie singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist G Flip is driving straight into an 80s-inspired world they’ve built from scratch—complete with a hot pink Barracuda, a persona called Butch Springsteen, and songs that pull no punches .But that’s just the start. G Flip opens up about:🎸 Writing over 100 songs before narrowing down the new record🔥 Turning their first queer experiences into euphoric, defiant anthems like “Bed On Fire”🌈 Why queer joy and representation are at the core of their music🥁 The thrill of drum cages, sax solos, and bringing full 80s drama to the stageG Flip’s new album Dream Ride is out September 5th! 

Twinless Puts Dylan O’Brien in Double Vision

Aug 27th, 2025 6:30 PM

What’s better than one Dylan O’Brien? Two. In James Sweeney’s new film Twinless, Dylan steps into double duty as twins, one gay and one straight, alongside Lauren Graham as their mom and Ashley Francesci bringing warmth and light to the chaos. Writer-director James Sweeney joins the cast to dive into why he wanted to tell a story about friendship, flaws, and the messy middle ground of being human.On this episode of Pride, we talk about:👯 Dylan’s dream-come-true of playing twins and how he found each brother’s unique voice📺 Lauren Graham’s return to iconic mom territory with a darker twist✨ Ashley Francesci’s take on friendship, accountability, and loving people through their hardest moments🎬 James Sweeney’s vision of flawed, deeply human LGBTQ+ characters who feel universal💥 Why Twinless isn’t tied up in a neat bow and why that’s the pointMessy, heartfelt, and funny, Twinless is out September 5th in theaters. Until then, Dylan, Lauren, Ashley, and James give us a peek into the wild ride that is making (and being) twins.

Brennan Clost Loses His Head (Literally)

Aug 20th, 2025 10:49 PM

Horror movie deaths don’t get much more iconic than a full-on decapitation—and Brennan Clost just joined the club. Fresh off Fear Street: Prom Queen on Netflix, the actor, dancer, and newly minted producer stops by Pride to talk about how he found out he’d lose his head, what it’s really like to die on camera, and why he begged to keep his prosthetic head as a souvenir.But that’s just the start. Brennan opens up about: 🩸 Playing queer roles vs. straight ones—and why it matters when casting calls actually say “queer.” 🐈 His life as a certified cat dad 🎬 Producing Love Thy Neighbor during the strikes and discovering his A-type producer side 💔 The bittersweet queer love story at the heart of The Legacy of Cloudy Falls 🌈 Coming out, labels, and why he’s learned to embrace fluidityFrom horror set decapitations to heart-melting cat stories, Brennan proves he’s as multifaceted as they come.

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