
Gay in Rural France is a queer countryside podcast about living, creating, and surviving far away from the city.
Set in the Charente Limousine, one of the most rural regions of south-west France, the podcast explores life from the perspective of a gay artist navigating rural isolation, community, creativity, and belonging, while renovating half a château on a limited budget.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 24 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Why are our bodies never just bodies?
In this first episode of Gay in Rural France, I reflect on the idea of the body as currency — especially within queer spaces, and even more so outside the city.
Growing up and living as a gay person often means... more
In this final episode of Season 2, I reflect on everything we’ve talked about since relaunching the podcast—mental health, queer visibility, chosen family—and why this space has come to mean so much to me. But I also speak about the reality we’re fac... more
In this episode, I explore what it means to rest—not as laziness, but as a radical, queer act of resistance. Even here in the countryside, with birdsong and silence all around, I find myself rushing. Rest is something I crave but also struggle to all... more
In this episode, I dive into the unexpected experience of being visibly queer in a tiny French village—where people know before you ever say a word. I share my personal story of a second coming out, small-town gossip, and how my boyfriend Alexei beca... more
In this episode, I open up about the hidden pressure behind “slow living”—especially when it becomes something we have to perform. From the aesthetic expectations placed on queer men to the rise of calm as a monetized niche, I explore how even sereni... more
Rural life is supposed to be quiet… right? In this episode, I share the surprising truth about living in the French countryside—it’s not as solitary as people think. From daily chats on dog walks to a house full of guests and shared dinners, rural li... more
Friendship isn’t static—and neither are we. In this episode, I dive into how friendships evolve over time, through life changes, distance, and shifting values. As a queer person, a dancer, and an expat, I’ve experienced friendship in many forms—from ... more
Lately, I’ve been sitting with a quiet but persistent question: Am I doing this right?
In this episode, I dive into the tender space between creativity and comparison, between romanticizing life and feeling the weight of expectation. From witnessing... more
It is nice to hear more insight information from living in southwestern France small community. I’m not a queer but enjoyed listening.
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Apple Podcasts | #155 |










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Focused on life from a rural perspective, this podcast presents a unique exploration of the intersection between queerness and the countryside. The host shares personal narratives centered around themes of creativity, community, and identity while navigating the challenges of living in rural France. Episodes often delve into topics like mental health, relationships, and the importance of visibility for the queer community, providing listeners with insightful reflections that resonate on both personal and societal levels. The format combines elements of personal journaling with broader social commentary, inviting listeners to engage with the complexities of rural life and queer identity.
Listeners can expect a thoughtful blend of storytelli... more
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