Attitude UK Magazine - May/June 2022

In this issue

On the cover: HEARTSTOPPER, the new queer series coming to Netflix. Plus: LGBTQ+ Ukraine special, Bimini on the oceans, the rise of size queens, and more.

Genesis GV80

It's not yet a year since the first cars bearing the Genesis brand turned a wheel on UK soil, but remember the name. The GV80 flagship is the Audi Q7 or BMW X5 you always wanted

3 mins

Top of the class

Making the leap from popular webcomic to TV, Heartstopper is one of the year's most anticipated shows. Expectations may be high, but its young cast are more than ready as they tell Attitude what it was like bringing the characters to life, while its creator Alice Oseman discusses the importance of proper LGBTQ+ representation

10+ mins

KYIV: UNDER SIEGE

What is it like to live in a war zone, to be in constant fear for your life and your loved ones as your city is decimated before your eyes? Attitude meets three Ukrainians who remain in Kyiv, resolute in their determination to support their country in the face of the Russian invasion: artist Daniel Skripnik, Kyiv Pride director Lenny Emson, and Firebird actor and straight ally Oleg Zagorodnii*

10+ mins

LIVES ON THE FRONTLINE

With the help of Kyiv Pride executive director Lenny Emson, photographer and reporter Ilvy Njiokiktjien travelled to the city of Lviv in Ukraine to meet the LGBTQ+ community in a country fighting for its survival against an unrelenting Russian invasion. In these testimonies they reveal how they are fighting for hope and freedom

10+ mins

SEA OUR FUTURE

The theme is 'Westwood shipwreck', as Bimini talks green (and blue) issues with BBC wildlife presenter Dan O'Neill and two LGBTQ+ activists making eco waves

10+ mins

Snaps chat

He didn't set out to be an archivist. But Stanley Stellar became one by default. He took photos of gay men in New York City when the queer scene wasn't of much interest to other photographers. David McGillivray interviewed him to find out more...

10+ mins

"I'm a provincial gay, not a metropolitan gay" – Luke Pollard

During a day spent with Luke Pollard, the MP for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport, Jamie Tabberer questioned the hardworking, publicly gay politician about his take on transphobia, LGBTQ+ equality in the regions and his love for Lego. It's no wonder Pollard has carved a deserving place in his native city's affections...

10+ mins

La vie en rose

James Clark explores the southern French destination of Toulouse, aka the Pink City, to explore its meandering terracotta streets, hidden courtyards, gourmet food and friendly gay scene

5 mins

3 of the best...Gay Sailing Trips

Italian friends Sergio and Kendall are the masterminds behind Italy Gay Travels, a company that organises gay tours, events, and bespoke tailor-made trips in Italy.

1 min

COMING OUT ON TOP

The first openly gay pro-wrestler to win a championship, AC Mack talks about his success, coming out and fighting against racism and homophobia

10 mins

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Attitude UK Magazine Description:

Launched in March 1994, Attitude is the best-selling gay magazine in the UK and Europe and the world’s biggest LGBTQ media brand. The print title is sold in 31 countries worldwide, and has been translated into native language in Belgium, the Netherlands, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines. In digital form, the magazine is available to download to a phone, tablet or desktop and has readers in over 120 countries.