James Barr Archives

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Culture Sexuality

James Barr: ‘The rules between open and monogamous friends – especially when one of you is single – are slippery’

"Every gay man has a demon twink in their life," writes James, as he reflects on the etiquette of pulling after a friend in an open relationship "got there first" with someone he fancied

Culture Scene

James Barr: ‘Love isn’t love if it hurts’

Attitude columnist James Barr on the comedy show he will debut at Edinburgh Festival — about domestic violence

Life Wellbeing

‘Be careful with your heart – it must be cherished and protected at all costs’

In his latest column, broadcaster James Barr discusses prioritising himself and his heart over a 'whirlwind' romance

Life Wellbeing

‘Is ghosting acceptable? It’s a yes from me’

Attitude columnist James Barr discusses when it's ok to ghost a friend

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Life

‘Sometimes, it’s the love of friends that lights up your life’

Attitude columnist James Barr discusses how love isn't just limited to romantic partnerships

Life Wellbeing

‘Sometimes, it’s the love of friends that lights up your life’: Do we need to be in relationships?

In his latest column for Attitude, James Barr reflects on his newly-single status and whether romantic love should always be the priority

Comment

James Barr: For many years, shame overshadowed the fact that I was raped

Content warning: Sexual assault

Culture Sexuality

‘My quest for immaculate anal hygiene has been a truly hole-opening journey’

Attitude columnist James Barr discusses his experiences of douching with characteristic candour.

Culture Scene

This gay guy and this straight guy are best friends – here’s what they’ve learnt from each other

A Gay and A NonGay's James Barr and Dan Hudson discuss their relationship ahead of next month's inaugural Just For Laughs LONDON Festival