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Guy Branum on Writing for Joan Rivers, HACKS & His First Gay Kiss
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- That's A Gay Ass Podcast
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- Jul 13, 2026
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Summary
Guy Branum recently co-wrote one of the best episodes of television ever: the Lesbian Episode of HACKS (titled 'Montecito'). Today, he comes by to discuss the casting of Cherry Jones & Leslie Bibb, gay guy group photos, Britney Spears’ knives, and what it was really like to write for Joan Rivers. Subscribe for new episodes every week! We also discuss: -- how Paul W. Downs is a part of the LGBTQ+ community -- his first boy boy kiss -- Clay Aiken and Kelly Ripa's on-air drama -- gays having kids -- the He-Man Movie(?) -- Once Upon A Mattress and the time Guy was mugged DURING a hookup. For the full story, head to Substack for the extended episode . He also gets into his Coach fantasy, the "Unethical Chaser" discourse from Nick Laughlin's ep, and more. Go subscribe . Follow Guy: https://www.instagram.com/guybranum/ And if you’re in Scotland, go see his solo show BE FRUITFUL at Edinburgh Fringe! Tickets here. Guy's Extended Ep Follow Eric / Gay Ass Podcast / Confession Hole: https://www.instagram.com/ericwillz/ https://www.instagram.com/gayasspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/confession.hole More Saucy Substack Eps: https://ericwillz.substack.com/ Stay gay <3 Eric Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy