LGBTQ Rights Under Attack? Senegal, Trinidad, Trump & Hollywood | This Gay Week

LGBTQ Rights Under Attack? Senegal, Trinidad, Trump & Hollywood | This Gay Week

July 16, 2026 · 1h 3m · Season 26

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The episode discusses the renewed challenges to LGBTQ rights globally, including actions by the Trump administration and laws in Senegal and Trinidad & Tobago, while also covering entertainment news.

LGBTQ Rights Under Attack? Senegal, Trinidad, Trump & Hollywood | This Gay Week From Washington, D.C. to Senegal and Trinidad & Tobago, LGBTQ rights are facing renewed challenges around the world. Join Karel and Scott Jacobsen of The Good Men Project, reporting from Ukraine, for another lively edition of This Gay Week—where serious news meets sharp conversation and a little Hollywood fun. This week we cover: 🏳️‍🌈 The Trump administration’s move to roll back protections designed to help LGBTQ foster youth be placed with affirming families. 🌍 Senegal once again criminalizes same-sex relationships. ⚖️ Trinidad & Tobago reinstates laws criminalizing gay sex after a major court ruling. 🎬 Plus, we take a break from the headlines to dive into the latest Hollywood stories, entertainment news, and pop culture. It’s a fast-paced look at the biggest LGBTQ stories from around the globe, with insight, humor, and conversation you won’t find anywhere else. If you believe in independent LGBTQ journalism and commentary, please like, subscribe, and share. Your support helps keep these conversations alive. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/reallykarel 🎙️ The Karel Cast…

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Host: Karel

Guest: Scott Jacobsen

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Places: Washington, D.C., Senegal, Trinidad & Tobago, Ukraine, Las Vegas

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