Doctor DILF Episode 2.4: What is the legacy of the AIDS epidemic?
Why you should listen to this episode…
Doctor DILF is the health and wellbeing podcast for older gay and bisexual men, unpicking what it means to be us in the 2020s. Every episode, Dr. Simon Fox (a specialist in LGBTQ+ healthy aging) talks with experts about the topic of the week, seeking answers and providing food for thought regarding our health and well-being.
Trigger warning: This episode has content which some listeners may find distressing. As such, listener discretion is advised.
In this poignant and emotional episode, Simon is joined by Dr. David Woodhead, the Associate Director of the Centre for Mental Health and a researcher for Durham University. David tells Simon all about his current academic study where he interviews survivors of the AIDS epidemic and asks them about personal objects of significance. Through these objects, from pictures to pamphlets, stories of the 1980s and 1990s emerge of one of the largest public health events of modern times.
Together, David and Simon consider the limits of inclusivity at the time regarding racism and misogyny, the unsung lesbian and trans heroes of the AIDS epidemic, what the survivors carry with them to this day, how HIV is seen now, aging with HIV, and what may come in the future. For anyone interested in LGBTQ+ history, the AIDS epidemic, or the human cost of public health events, this is an unmissable episode.
Doctor DILF Episode 2.3: Do you have an STI?
Why you should listen to this episode…
Doctor DILF is the health and wellbeing podcast for older gay and bisexual men, unpicking what it means to be us in the 2020s. Every episode, Dr. Simon Fox (a specialist in LGBTQ+ healthy aging) talks with experts about the topic of the week, seeking answers and providing food for thought regarding our health and well-being.
Have you ever wondered about sexually transmitted infections but were too afraid to ask? Well, Dr. Simon Fox welcomes back sexual health practitioner David Freeman Powell in this standalone episode to bust some myths and fact check what you need to know about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and associated conditions.
Together, David and Simon delve into the history of sexual health and fathom the facts from the fiction. How do you know if you have syphilis and how is it detected? What is chlamydia? When were STIs which are still around today first recorded? What exactly is mpox? What is shigella? And can gonorrhoea really be resistant to antibiotics? This is a fascinating episode for anyone who is interested in sexual health and wants to know the facts behind the scaremongering headlines!
Doctor DILF Unwrapped Episode 2.B: Will social care be there for us?
Why you should listen to this episode…
Doctor DILF Unwrapped is the new name for Doctor DILF Extra Length! This is the brother show to Doctor DILF. Every episode, three gay men chat about the topic of the week. The expert has spoken - now it’s their turn! Doctor DILF Unwrapped is a no-holds-barred roundtable discussion from the perspective of guys just like you, revealing their own experiences, thoughts, and opinions on a given subject. It’s full of candid confessions, difficult truths - and a lot of laughter! Don’t miss it!
The Series 1 boys reunite to take on a contentious subject - will social care be there for us when we need it?
Dr. Simon Fox, DEI expert James Winstanley, and actor John Rayment recall their own past experiences of social care, from uncoordinated services to stressed out carers to dirty pads in the washing up. They contemplate if the government has considered including older LGBTQ+ people in the proposed National Care Service, and what their own futures hold…
Doctor DILF Episode 2.2: Will the National Care Service be inclusive?
Why you should listen to this episode…
Doctor DILF is the health and wellbeing podcast for older gay and bisexual men, unpicking what it means to be us in the 2020s. Every episode, Dr. Simon Fox (a specialist in LGBTQ+ healthy aging) talks with experts about the topic of the week, seeking answers and providing food for thought regarding our health and well-being.
Mike Parish of the LGBTQ Dementia Advisory Group returns to discuss social care with Dr. Simon Fox. The Prime Minister Andy Burnham has proposed a new National Care Service which is currently in the consultation phase. The aim of the NCS is to revolutionise the UK’s ailing social care service - but will it be inclusive?
As discussed last episode, DEI is being rolled back, so where might that leave older LGBTQ+ communities in the formation of a new nationwide service? What is the history of social care in this country and why is it in such a bad state today? Why is the National Care Service being proposed now? Who will be included and who will be left out? And what can we do to make sure our voices are heard?
Doctor DILF Unwrapped Episode 2.A: Workin’ 9 to 5
Doctor DILF Unwrapped is the new name for Doctor DILF Extra Length! This is the brother show to Doctor DILF. Every episode, three gay men chat about the topic of the week. The expert has spoken - now it’s their turn! Doctor DILF Unwrapped is a no-holds-barred roundtable discussion from the perspective of guys just like you, revealing their own experiences, thoughts, and opinions on a given subject. It’s full of candid confessions, difficult truths - and a lot of laughter! Don’t miss it!
Simon, James, and Craig chat about their working lives and the obstacles they’ve faced and witnessed during their careers - homophobia, transphobia, racism… and even being held at gunpoint! Bad bosses and questionable practices get an airing, as do shifting priorities, ambitions, and retirement.
Doctor DILF Episode 2.1: Is DEI dead?
This is the first episode of Doctor DILF Series 2. In this episode, Simon talks with James Winstanley, a corporate DEI expert who now works in the charity sector. James tells us about the evolution of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in its many forms and how it has informed business practices. Simon and James talk about the current situation where extreme right wing influences from America are causing a corporate rollback of DEI policies which have historically protected minority populations in the workplace. They pose the question - where do we go from here? Is DEI dead and buried? And is the rollback of DEI symptomatic of a wider attack on LGBTQ+ communities? Simon and James also talk about corporate Pride sponsorship, unpicking the headline-grabbing wrangles between companies and LGBTQ+ organisations and ask if Pride really does need corporate sponsorship at all?
Doctor DILF Episode 2.0: Introduction to Series 2
Doctor DILF is the health and wellbeing podcast for older gay and bisexual men, unpicking what it means to be us in these crazy times. Every episode, Dr. Simon Fox (a specialist in LGBTQ+ healthy aging) talks with experts about the topic of the week, seeking answers, employing critical thinking, and providing food for thought regarding our health and well-being.
This episode is an introduction to Series 2, outlining the content for the coming weeks. Simon explains the theme of Series 2: Where did the factors influencing our health begin and what is happening now? Series 2 dives deeper than ever before, unpacking complicated subjects and employing critical thought to the health matters influencing all of our lives.
Doctor DILF: Episode 1.5: HIV services & PrEP in the USA
Episode Summary
Part 2 of a 2 - part special, comparing HIV Services and PrEP access in the UK and the US.
How does the American insurance-based healthcare system impact accessibility to PrEP and HIV services? What role does a pharmacist play in getting vital drugs to those who need them the most? What are long-acting PrEP injectables? And how does the American healthcare system compare with the NHS?
You can join in the conversation using the #DoctorDILF hashtag on social media!
Doctor DILF: Episode 1.4: HIV services & PrEP in the UK
Episode Summary
What does the journey through NHS HIV services actually look like? What are the ins and outs of taking PrEP? How has HIV changed over the decades, and who is most affected now? What are the barriers to accessing HIV services? And how can we maintain a healthy sex life?
Trigger Warning: This episode contains content some listeners may find distressing. Therefore, listener discretion is advised.
Doctor DILF: Extra Length: Episode 1.4: Sex & Dating
Episode Summary
What is the Grindr equivalent of doom scrolling? What were the perils of lonely hearts adverts and internet cafes in the wee small hours? Does sex change as you get older? Is there too much pressure to have sex on the gay scene? And why doesn’t sex come with feedback sheets?
Simon, James, and John spill the tea about sex, from dodgy one-night-stands to sexual mishaps. You can join in the conversation using the #DoctorDILF hashtag!
Trigger Warning: This podcast is really NSFW!
Doctor DILF: Episode 1.3: Dementia & Caring Show Notes
Episode Summary
Are you an older gay or bisexual man caring for their husband or partner who has dementia? Perhaps you or your partner are showing the early signs of dementia, so how do you prepare for the future? What are the challenges you might face as a carer of a loved one with dementia? What is the experience of LGBTQ+ people in care home? What does the law say? What is the LGBTQ+ Dementia Advisory Group? Who is out there to lend a helping hand? And what does it feel like to receive a reward from Rylan Clark and Rob Rinder?
Subjects Covered
Mike and Tom’s story, Tom’s dementia, hate crimes, healthcare practitioner assumptions, the assumptions of the general public, navigating the health and social care system, getting your paperwork sorted ahead of time, power of attorney, consent, getting married, the LGBTQ+ residents of care homes, LGBTQ+ care home staff, current politics threatening social and cultural change, the work of the LGBTQ+ Dementia Advisory Group, and receiving an Attitude Award.
Doctor DILF: Extra Length: Episode 1.3: Friends and the LGBTQ+ Community
Episode Summary
How important are friends? What are the high points and low points of starting a social group? How did the pandemic affect social lives? What are the benefits of the LGBTQ+ community and what challenges does it face? How bad is Simon’s dress sense? What might the future of the LGBTQ+ community be?
Trigger Warning: This episode contains mention of the Admiral Duncan bombing, which some listeners may find distressing, so listener discretion is advised.
Doctor DILF: Extra Length 1.2: Mental Health Show Notes
Episode Summary
How are you feeling right now? Is anyone in the world really feeling alright at the moment? When someone asks how you are, do you reply, “I’m fine!” when really, you’re that gif of the dog in the burning room? What do we mentally carry with us throughout our life? What are the consequences of giving 110%? And what have Indiana Jones, EastEnders, and Bridget Jones got to do with our mental health?
Simon, James, and John share how they feel about their mental health as older gay men (slides the box of tissues towards you).
Subjects Covered
How we feel in tempestuous global times, social media, sharing our mental health struggles (and not), good and bad experiences with therapy, inappropriate comments from medical professionals, and portrayals of gay men in films and television.
Doctor DILF Episode 1.2: Mental Health Show Notes
Episode Summary
Have you ever wondered what cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is and how it works? How does our past influence our present and future behaviour? How can we be kind to ourselves and give back to the LGBTQ+ community? And what are the effects of doom scrolling and constant bad news in the media?
Dr. Simon Fox talks with Scott McKellar, a BACP-registered counsellor who specialises in LGBTQ+ populations about the mental health of older gay and bisexual men and how we can navigate the modern world.
The Guest
Scott McKellar is a BACP-registered counsellor with a special interest in LGBTQ+ people. He is a graduate of the University of Stirling and lives in Scotland with his husband and new kitten. You can find his professional website and brilliant blog here.
Doctor DILF: Extra Length 1.1: Physical Health Show Notes
Doctor DILF: Extra Length
Gay men chat about our health and the world we live in - uncensored and extra length!
Episode Summary
What do you think of gyms and gym culture? What do you think about the body beautiful? Ever had horrible school PE lessons in your mind when you go into a gym? And why is our body image often so poor?
Simon, James, and John chew the fat and deliver the skinny about physical health in a roundtable discussion of frank views and personal experiences in this follow-up to the Doctor DILF podcast.
Doctor DILF 1.1 Physical Health Show Notes
Are you thinking about getting fitter but don’t know where to start? Are you thinking about joining a gym? Perhaps you go to a gym but you’re comparing yourself with others? Or perhaps you’re looking for a personal trainer?
In this first episode, Dr. Simon Fox talks with personal trainer Joe Langley about navigating the gym environment and our own motivations to get fit, and to counsellor Scott McKellar about the mental health side of physical exercise for older gay and bisexual men.
Introduction
Doctor DILF podcast show notes (Introduction episode). Doctor DILF and Doctor DILF Extra Length - the podcast for older gay and bisexual men.