Best podcasts of the week: Celebrating The X Factor at 20, from the breakout stars to the famous flops
by Alexi Duggins, Hannah Verdier, Hollie Richardson a from Technology | The Guardian on (#6J476)
In this week's newsletter: As the once-ubiquitous reality show turns 20, the BBC explores its legacy in Offstage. Plus: five of the best interiors podcasts
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Queer the Music
Episodes weekly, widely available
Jake Shears's podcast about LGBTQ+ bangers is a real gem. First up is You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real), with members of Sylvester's inner circle giving context to the groundbreaking disco love song. Shears is warm, thoughtful and a good listener as he teams up with Cabaret co-star Self Esteem to talk about queerness and performing live. His guest list for future episodes is strong, with Olly Alexander, Peaches and King Princess coming up. Hannah Verdier