Ever had someone make history so juicy, you forgot you were learning?

That’s Dr. Andrew Lear—Harvard professor turned museum renegade and the mastermind behind Oscar Wilde Tours the first travel company to boldly say:

“Forget tourist traps. Let’s take queer people to where their history actually happened.”

From ancient Greek love stories to Renaissance scandals, from Call Me By Your Name landscapes to secret drag scenes across Asia, Andrew’s leading LGBTQ+ travelers on journeys that are smart, sexy, and spiritually satisfying.

In this wildly entertaining episode of Pride Nomad Unleashed, Ken and Andrew go deep on:

• Why most queer history has been scrubbed from museums—and how he’s putting it back
• The truth about same-sex love in Ancient Rome (spoiler: it wasn’t all togas and orgies)
• His upcoming TV series with Stephen Fry and Tan France (yes, really)
• The power of “slow travel” and how to get adopted by an Italian café
• Queer birds of paradise, rogue princes, and how 3 million hijras are rewriting gender norms in India
• PLUS: A sneak peek at upcoming LGBTQ+ history tours from Japan to the Nordic countries
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🎁 Mention “Pride Nomad” when booking for a special discount on Oscar Wilde Tours—whether it’s the Death in Venice itinerary or the one where you follow Michelangelo’s gay little footprints across Italy.

For our viewers:

Get $100 off any tour of Europe and Asia on top of the discounts already offered! Call or email us and we can make a discount code for you.

Contact Andrew:

• ☎️ (646) 560-3205
• Email
• Facebook

What happens when a former law partner ditches the courtroom for cruise decks—and turns travel into a full-blown LGBTQ+ mission?

You get Jonathan Geen, founder of Purple Light Vacations, one of the most seasoned, passionate, and fabulously informed LGBTQ+ travel advisors in the business.

In this episode of Pride Nomad Unleashed, Jonathan joins Ken for a lively, globe-hopping convo about:

• His pivot from litigation to luxury LGBTQ+ travel (trial by cruise, literally)
• How Purple Light helps queer travelers explore the world safely, joyfully, and often for less than you’d pay solo
• The real scoop on all-gay vs. gay-friendly cruises (hint: there’s a LOT more than just Atlantis)
• Insider perks, destination secrets, and why custom-curated experiences > cookie-cutter trips
• How travel is about belonging, not just checking off countries
• Plus: Why you should never trust a travel advisor who doesn’t pronounce “Antarctica” correctly
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🚢 Whether you’re a digital nomad, vacation queen, or finally ready to plan your gay safari, Jonathan’s got tips, insights, and possibly some dramamine for the Drake Passage.

🌍 Mention “Pride Nomad” for a special bonus when you book with Jonathan! Details in the show notes.

Contact Jonathan:

• Email
• Website

Guest Bio:

Jonathan is the President of Purple Light Vacations, one of the country's few LGBT owned and operated travel agencies that concentrates on LGBT and LGBT-friendly travel. He is an ASTA (American Association of Travel Advisors) verified travel advisor and holds the highest certification of Elite Cruise Counselor ("ECC") from the Cruise Lines International Association. He has traveled and cruised around the world and credits his love of travel to attending the United Nations International School in Manhattan. Purple Light Vacations has been in business for over 12 years and provides clients nationwide with added value at no additional cost. It books everything from LGBT charter cruises and land vacations to custom trips and vacation rentals.

Ever wondered what it's really like living the luxe life on the French Riviera? Forget the postcards; we're diving deep with Jameson Farn, the guy who went from bathhouses to bougie estates – seriously! In this episode, we're catching up with Jameson, the mastermind behind the "Gay French Riviera" guide and a total insider on all things Riviera fabulousness. We're talking sun, sea, and secrets, from Monaco Pride backed by royalty to finding the perfect studio apartment without breaking the bank. Get ready for hilarious stories, insider tips on the LGBTQ+ scene, and a reality check on that "live-to-work" balance. Jameson spills the tea on everything from navigating the real estate market to why you need to experience Queernaval. Buckle up, it's a wild and wonderful ride through the glitzy, glittery world of the French Riviera with a true original!

Contact Jameson:

• ☎️ +33 (0)9 75 18 57 80
• Email
• Instagram
• Substack