Gareth Johnson
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A non-smoker who loves to laugh... (and binge on travel, food, movies, fashion, and theatre...). Find me on Twitter @gtvlondon
Stories (83/0)
State of the Nation: Gay Magazines
The first gay magazine I ever bought was Outrage — an Australian magazine. It must have been the late-80s. It was a pretty standard kind of gay mag, covering arts, culture, and the gay-scene. It included a lot of information about condoms and safe sex.
By Gareth Johnson7 years ago in Filthy
The Case Against Circumcision
It's almost one year since Jonathon Conte committed suicide. At the time of his death, Conte was 34. He lived in San Francisco. He suffered from depression. His depression was reportedly linked to his circumcision — the removal of the foreskin from the penis, a procedure usually performed as an infant for religious or cultural reasons.
By Gareth Johnson7 years ago in Filthy
The Joy of Train Travel in the UK
Whatever means of transport that you choose for your travels around the world, there's always the chance of something going wrong — some sort of disruption that throws your carefully planned journey into chaos. When something is beyond your control — whether it’s bad weather, mechanical failures, industrial disputes, or some other unforeseen development — there really is no other option but to take deep breaths and try not to let it stress you out.
By Gareth Johnson7 years ago in Wander
Cambridge: A Travel Guide
An easy day-trip from London, Cambridge is an incredibly attractive part of the world. Situated on the River Cam, the city is dominated by the University of Cambridge which was founded in 1209. It’s the buildings of the university and its associated colleges, libraries, and chapels that create an otherworldly street-scape that's reminiscent of the Harry Potter movies.
By Gareth Johnson7 years ago in Wander
Life After Europe. What's Next for the UK?
It takes a while to adjust to a new reality. The vote by the UK electorate to leave the EU has resulted in a total paradigm shift. The people of Great Britain now envisage a future for themselves where they will take a path separate to the European collective of countries.
By Gareth Johnson7 years ago in The Swamp
Is Hutong at The Shard in London Worth the Money?
Love it or hate it, the towering, jagged sharpness of The Shard is here to stay and now defines the London skyline. Undeniably, it's a big, tall, tower, offering unparalleled views across the city in every direction.
By Gareth Johnson7 years ago in Feast