In this World AIDS Day special, Chad and Steve deliver an open, heartfelt, and deeply informative conversation about HIV and AIDS. Steve shares his personal journey as a person living with HIV, exploring the importance of testing, treatment, and education. We dive into groundbreaking medical advancements, including the U=U (Undetectable Equals Untransmittable) campaign and PrEP, while also tackling stigma and the historical impact of the HIV/AIDS crisis on the LGBTQ+ community. This episode is packed with life-changing insights, resources, and a message of hope for ending the HIV epidemic.

• World AIDS Day Themes: Discussion of the global theme "Take the Rights Path" and Australia's "It Starts With Me," highlighting rights-based approaches to ending the HIV epidemic.
• U=U Explained: Steve shares his experience of achieving an undetectable viral load through antiretroviral treatment, emphasising that undetectable equals untransmittable.
• HIV Testing Advocacy: The importance of regular testing, with a shoutout to free, at-home HIV test kits available at hivtest.au.
• Breaking Stigma: Tackling misconceptions and societal judgment faced by people living with HIV, especially in the bi+ community.
• PrEP and Prevention: An introduction to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), its effectiveness, and how it empowers individuals to prevent HIV transmission.
• Personal Stories: Steve opens up about his diagnosis journey, sharing how community support and modern medicine transformed his outlook on life.
• Historical Context: Reflecting on the devastating impact of the HIV/AIDS crisis and the resilience of the queer community.

• HIV Self-Testing Kits: hivtest.au
• PrEP Access Now: pan.org.au
• BiSHH Study: bishhstudy.com
• Documentary: How to Survive a Plague (2012)
• Bi Positive Advocacy Network: bipan@napwha.org.au

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In this episode, 10 Surprising Truths About Bisexuality and Bi Clapbacks, we're unpacking the realities of being bi—the unexpected, the challenging, and the joyful. We’re taking a deep dive into the truths of bisexuality, from the misconceptions to the moments of pride that make it all worthwhile.

But we’re not stopping there. We’re also equipping you with the ultimate clapbacks for those tired stereotypes that bi folks hear all too often. Whether it’s the classic "Isn’t bisexuality transphobic?" or "Why do you have to tell everybody?", we've got the perfect responses to help you handle them with confidence and humour.

We’re exploring topics like:

• The surprising truths about being bi that most people don’t talk about.
• How biphobia shows up, even in queer spaces, and how we deal with it.
• Our favourite clapbacks to common misconceptions about bisexuality.

Whether you’re bi, questioning, or just want to learn more, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and the tools you need to navigate bisexuality with pride.

Resources & Links:

• BISHH Study: The first community-led and conducted online national survey to ask bi+ people in Australia about their sexual health, relationships, wellbeing, and more. The survey is anonymous, takes about 30-45 minutes, and is open to anyone under the bi+ umbrella.
• How to Support Someone Who's Just Come Out as Bisexual - A helpful guide for friends, family, and allies.
• Join our community on Facebook and connect with other bi+ folks!
• Subscribe to our Newsletter to stay updated on all things Give It To Me Bi.

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In this special follow-up to our AMA episode, we're diving into your questions about bisexuality. We had so many fantastic questions from our community that we decided to split our AMA into two parts—this one is all about bisexuality, identity, and everything in between.

We’re tackling questions like:

• How do you stay visible as a bisexual person in a heteronormative world?
• What’s it like to come out as bi after identifying as gay?
• How do you express your attraction to other genders in a monogamous relationship?

Whether you're questioning, out and proud, or just curious, this episode covers a wide range of topics, from personal insights to practical advice. Plus, we explore how bisexuality intersects with masculinity, relationships, and the different ways people can experience attraction.

If you’ve ever felt caught between labels or struggled with how to stay true to your identity, this episode is for you.

Resources & Links:

• BISHH Study: The first community-led and conducted online national survey to ask bi+ people in Australia about their sexual health, relationships, wellbeing, and more. The survey is anonymous, takes about 30-45 minutes, and is open to anyone under the bi+ umbrella.
• How to Support Someone Who's Just Come Out as Bisexual - A helpful guide for friends, family, and allies.
• Join our community on Facebook and connect with other bi+ folks!
• Subscribe to our Newsletter to stay updated on all things Give It To Me Bi.

More from Give It To Me Bi:

• Website: https://tinyurl.com/23vk62r3
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@giveittomebi
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giveittomebi/

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