In this mixtape of documentaries, host Sarah Esocoff takes you to rap battles, mosh pits, and songwriting sessions. We’ll explore non-binary identity through emo music and trans history through a lost VHS tape. Sounds Gay tells stories of queer people whose lives have been transformed by music. Listen on your preferred podcast platform HERE.


Sounds Gay is nominated for an IDA Documentary Award!

…and an International Women’s Podcasting Award!

“Beautiful and surprising” -The Guardian

“I come away from the episodes learning things and facing things.” -New York Times audio staff pick

“A kaleidoscopic assortment of experiments in format and content” -n+1

Our story “Melanie Speaks” featured on 99% Invisible

The Sounds Gay editorial team in conversation about our unique reporting process for sound fields magazine