Outward: Slate's LGBTQ Podcast features news on LGBTQIA+ issues. Each monthly episode covers the latest in queer culture and politics. From queer representation in film to the fight for trans rights, the program discusses vital issues.

Christina Cauterucci, Jules Gill-Peterson, and Bryan Lowder host the Outward podcast. Many episodes also feature guests to bring new perspectives to the discussion. In each episode, hosts and guests discuss and analyze one main issue. Topics of discussion include queer history, drag, lesbian culture, and trans rights. There is also a discussion of dating, hookup culture, and reality TV. No topic is off-limits.

Despite some serious topics, the podcast remains entertaining. The podcast feels like friends having a conversation over dinner. As well as detailed discussion, it has moments of fun and laughter. Yet the podcast doesn't avoid complex topics and handles emotional discussions.

Outward features a wide range of guests alongside its main hosts. Guests include writers, activists, and musicians. For example, musician Julien Baker joins to speak about queerness and gender fluidity. Author Torrey Peters talks about her book Detransition, Baby. Journalist Angela Chen discusses her book, Ace: What Asexuality Reveals About Desire, Society, and the Meaning of Sex. Listeners get a broad view of LGBTQIA+ culture. They hear from people with a wide range of life experiences. The podcast aims to celebrate being queer yet not ignore tricky discussions.

Episodes are generally released every month and are around an hour long. Outward releases weekly episodes for Pride Month, where the hosts discuss the celebration. They also analyze problems with corporate Pride and rainbow capitalism.

Overall, listeners receive a detailed and fascinating insight into LGBTQIA+ issues and culture. Outward: Slate's LGBTQ Podcast features diverse topics and entertains listeners all at once.