The Queer Economy

🌈 A NEW show highlighting LGBTQ+ people worldwide🎙️ Hear from queer people impacting business, community, culture, & more

The Queer Economy is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts The Queer Economy, a business show with 17 episodes published.

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  Tony Zosherafatain: Director of “Trans and Trumpland”

  Nov 19, 202527 minS0

  <p>Award-winning filmmaker Tony Zosherafatén joins host Ben Ferney to discuss the creation of Trans and Trumpland, an Emmy-shortlisted documentary capturing trans lives across the U.S. during a heightened political era.</p><p>Tony opens up about his filmmaking journey, the urgency of trans-led storytelling, the power of queer community, and the courage it takes to stay visible. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories, the impact the series has had since its release, and a message of hope for LGBTQ+ people everywhere.</p><p>We also dive into:</p><p>Filming in red states</p><p>Trans joy and r...

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  Snark, Stationery & Success: The Queer Business Journey of 'That’s So Andrew'

  Nov 5, 202527 minS0

  <p>Ben Ferney talks with Andrew, the founder of That’s So Andrew — a snarky, stationery and gift line made for the girls, gays, and theys — and The Monitor Mercantile, a shop in Monroe, WA featuring over 25 local makers.</p><p>Andrew shares how a $500 idea turned into a thriving business now sold in stores like Urban Outfitters, Spencer’s, and HomeGoods. He opens up about entrepreneurship, creating a queer-friendly storefront in a conservative town, and learning to balance hustle with mental health.</p><p>💡 Topics covered:</p><p>How That’s So Andrew began “by accident”</p><p>Growing from local market...

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  Donny: Building 17th & Granville, A Black Queer Clothing Brand Rooted in Authenticity

  Sep 17, 202532 minS0

  <p>Host Ben Ferney welcomes Anissa “Donny” Truitt, founder of 17th & Granville, a Black, queer, and gender-expansive clothing brand. Donny shares how their personal journey and identity fuel a mission-driven business rooted in authenticity, activism, and community support.</p><p>We discuss:</p><p>Building a brand for self-expression and belonging</p><p>Lessons learned from starting and growing a queer-owned business</p><p>Why supporting small businesses truly matters</p><p>The role of fashion in activism and visibility</p><p>This episode highlights the intersection of identity, entrepreneurship, and community resilience—a must-listen for anyone who cares about LGBTQ+...

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  Ian Timbrell: Redefining LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Education and Community

  Sep 10, 202531 minS0

  <p>This week on The Queer Economy, Ben Ferney interviews Ian Timbrell, founder of the nonprofit More Than Flags and Rainbows. Ian shares his powerful journey from a career in teaching to building safer schools for LGBTQ+ youth across the UK.</p><p>From the realities of adoption as a gay parent to standing up against performative allyship, Ian’s story highlights why true inclusion is about more than rainbow flags—it’s about making sure every child feels safe, seen, and supported.</p><p>🎙️ In this episode:</p><p>Life lessons from 20 years in education</p><p>The adoption process and...

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  6 LGBTQ+ Icons Who Built Businesses, Movements & Legacies

  Sep 3, 20255 minS0

  <p>Queer people have always been innovators, creators, and trailblazers. In this episode of The Queer Economy, Ben Ferney explores the lives of LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs throughout history—from astronauts and economists to entertainers, activists, and billionaires.</p><p>Hear the stories of:</p><p>Sally Ride (astronaut & STEM entrepreneur)</p><p>John Maynard Keynes (economist)</p><p>Josephine Baker (performer & activist)</p><p>Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera (community builders)</p><p>David Geffen (music mogul)</p><p>Jennifer Pritzker (philanthropist & trans leader)</p><p>Their stories prove that the queer economy isn’t new—it’s woven throughout history. 🌈</p><p>Follow...

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