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Homo Sapiens

256: Jonathan Van Ness | Part 1

Homo Sapiens

Christopher Sweeney

Society & Culture, Sexuality, Arts, Relationships, Health & Fitness

4.71.8K Ratings

🗓️ 9 November 2023

⏱️ 24 minutes

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Summary

Today we are THRILLED to welcome iconic hairstylist, podcaster, Netflix star and fierce defender of LGBTQ+ rights Jonathan Van Ness. Jonathan speaks refreshingly about how his gender expression is still a journey, from growing up as queer in rural Illinois to becoming a hugely visible gender-non-confirming public figure. Plus, we find out Jonathan’s favourite things about being in London Town and how styling Barbies as a child led him to launch one of the world’s biggest hair brands.

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0:00.0

This episode of Homo sapiens is brought to you by Virgin Atlantic.

0:03.6

Let's talk travel.

0:04.6

Whether it's for business or pleasure, I think it's fair to say,

0:07.6

us Homo sapiens, we like a bit of five-star treatment.

0:10.6

So whether you're setting off on some kind of business jaunt or if you're on your annual family holiday,

0:16.6

wouldn't it be great to know that you're in the best hands? That's why Virgin Atlantic believe that everyone's

0:21.9

holiday or trip should start from the moment you check in.

0:25.3

Imagine this, you've dropped your bags, you've perused duty-free.

0:28.9

Where better to put your feet up than in Virgin Atlantic's Club House which is available to

0:34.2

upper-class passengers. It is a haven of luxury with delicious dining options at the

0:39.3

brasserie and my favorite a QR code to order Champagne direct to your table.

0:44.2

And if you're feeling really fancy, what about high tea?

0:47.0

High up in the clouds, followed by an ice lolly to devour alongside a great range of great movies.

0:52.4

It's the details, they just make it fun.

0:54.6

Honestly I'm just getting started these are just a few of the many special touches that are

0:59.7

why I love flying with Virgin Atlantic. Brilliant service, delicious food, the entertainment, the

1:05.4

planes, the clubhouse, the outfits and the crew are heaven. Book flights at Virgin Atlantic.com.

1:13.0

Listeners, we're going to take a moment to reflect on something essential.

1:18.0

Living life to the fullest.

1:21.0

And this episode is brought to you as an advert in association with American Express.

1:26.4

You see, American Express isn't just a card. It's about igniting that spark of excitement, recapturing the liveliness you yearn for and moving

1:36.1

forwards on your terms. Let's talk about the benefits that represent the essence of card membership.

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