About the Podcast
Proudly Said is a Scouse-born video podcast hosted by LGBTQ+ activist and community champion John Hyland (he/they). It’s all about real people, real talk, and stories that matter – from identity and activism to grief, joy and everything in between.
Each episode is recorded somewhere that feels comfortable to the guest – no big lights or fancy studios, just honest conversations in familiar spaces. This podcast isn’t about having all the answers – it’s about sharing the mic and making sure more voices are heard, especially the ones that often go ignored.
Whether you’re here for the politics, the personal stories, or just to feel a bit more connected, Proudly Said is for you.
Latest Episodes

Ep 3: Sarah Lovelock said
🎙️ What’s This Episode About? Sarah Lovelock is one of the ultimate LGBTQ+ allies in Liverpool. Owner of Lovelocks Coffee ...

Ep 2: Connie Frankish said
🎙️ What’s This Episode About? Connie Frankish is a transgender woman and proud activist for the last 18, no 12, ...

EP 1: Ketona Madrave said
🎙️ What’s This Episode About? Ketona Madrave is Liverpool's DJ Drag Queen, hitting the decks across multiple LGBTQ+ venues in ...

Ep 0: Introducing Proudly Said
🎙️ What’s This Episode About? In this short introduction, host John Hyland shares the motivation behind launchingProudly Said - a ...