* This episode is sponsored by Spaces, the new group chat app for queer communities - find out more at https://www.queerspaces.com/ (and, come join the Lost Queer Spaces Space after you've set up your profile! *

In the three years of this show we've never sat down to talk to someone who actually owned and operated a queer space. But, that's all changing today, as we get to pick the brain of Keaton Kash, current host of the Mod Love podcast, and former owner of Toronto's The Steady. 

Now, I don't know if I should be saying that this is a cautionary tale, but there are definitely some important lessons about going in to business to glean from this chat. Keaton tells us all about business partners, business loans, and business woes.

But there’s also a lot of pride that comes through about what he built, and how it helped him to feel more a part of his community… so, don’t worry - not all doom and gloom!

Do you have any memories of The Steady, or clubbing from your own queer scene that you want to share? Well, if you have please get in touch - I want to create the biggest online record of people's memories and stories - go to www.lostspacespodcast.com and find the section 'Share a Lost Space' and tell me what you got up to! Bonus points for embarrassing photos!

You can also find me on Facebook (www.facebook.com/lostspacespod), Instagram (www.instagram.com/lostspacespod) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/lostspacespod)

Visit clubftm.com to find out more about Mod Club, the community that Keaton is building with information and resources for trans guys! And you can also find him on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/modclubftm), or listen to Mod Love wherever you find podcasts.

Ooh, and The Steady still has a presence online! Go to https://www.instagram.com/thesteadycafe to find out more!