This episode, we are joined by hypnotherapist Sandy Ames to discuss her life, career, and passion! We also bring you topical news of the week.
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Sources:
https://www.pnj.com/story/news/politics/2023/05/11/florida-sb-1580-now-law-what-conscience-based-health-care-law-does/70207064007/
https://www.hrc.org/press-releases/breaking-gov-desantis-signs-extreme-license-to-discriminate-healthcare-bill
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-pop-culture/gender-nonconforming-actors-make-history-tony-nominations-rcna82455
​​https://www.them.us/story/fda-blood-donation-policy-guidelines
https://www.them.us/story/montana-lawsuit-gender-affirming-care-ban
https://www.them.us/story/gigi-gorgeous-gottmik-the-t-guide-interview

TRIGGER WARNING! We discuss the recent news of Donald Trump's recent sexual abuse charge. We are joined this week by Out Political Strategist, Brain Derrick, to discuss his take on the current political war our country is facing. We have a long road ahead of us, but there are glimmers of hope. Come join the conversation, give us a rating and review, and let's learn.  We also discuss recent queer news.
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This week, we had the honor of sitting down with Erin Reed, AKA Erininthemorn from Tiktok. We chat about topical queer news, Zoey Zephyr's censure from the Montana House of Representatives, and Erin's transition.
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Sources:
https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/lilkalish/missouri-restricts-gender-affirming-care-trans-adults
https://www.them.us/story/david-gianforte-nonbinary-montana-governor-trans-legislation
https://www.them.us/story/zooey-zephyr-montana-republicans-barred-states-first-trans-woman-lawmaker-from-the-house-floor
https://www.them.us/story/kansas-extreme-anti-trans-bill-override-veto
https://www.them.us/story/disney-lawsuit-desantis-dont-say-gay
https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/3975654-senate-gop-blocks-equal-rights-amendment/#:~:text=Senate%20Republicans%20on%20Thursday%20blocked,60%20votes%20it%20it%20needed
https://thehill.com/homenews/education/3975959-one-in-four-high-school-students-identify-as-lgbtq/
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/colorado-governor-signs-gun-control-bills-massacre-rcna82014
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/meet-queer-female-ceo-changing-face-archery-rcna80890
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/judge-puts-missouri-rule-limiting-gender-affirming-care-hold-rcna81705
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/us-sues-tennessee-ban-care-transgender-youth-rcna81704

This week, we are joined by student activist, Kaleb Hobson-Garcia of Florida to discuss the anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation being passed and why these are important to discuss. As we continue through this tough time, know that we are strong and will fight!
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Sources for this episode:
​​https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-pop-culture/-l-word-stars-make-cameo-appearance-white-house-press-briefing-rcna81434
https://www.advocate.com/television/heartstopper-season-two#rebelltitem2
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/montana-transgender-lawmaker-zooey-zephyr-silenced-motion-disciplinary-consequences/

TRIGGER WARNING! We do talk about sexual assault and the sexual assault of minors in our news segment this week. Please skip the news segment if this is not something you would like to listen to. This week, Ryan sits down with out NYC City Councilman Erik Bottcher to discuss his political career in New York City and the adversities  he has faced as an out and proud politician in this country.  We bring you topical headlines from around the country and don't forget to stay tuned for our good news segment at the end.
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Sources for this episode:
Pink News
Them.us
Erininthemorning (Tiktok)
https://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article274345295.html
https://lawandcrime.com/crime/this-attorney-represented-abuse-survivors-he-was-just-arrested-in-child-pornography-case/
https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/politics/state/2023/04/11/florida-legislature-follows-desantis-in-expanding-death-penalty/70103202007/
https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/3949521-missouri-ag-issues-emergency-order-restricting-gender-affirming-health-care/

We are joined this week to continue the conversation on the fight for equality by politician, activist, community organizer, and drag star, Marti Cummings! We update you on some topical queer stories as well. Enjoy!
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Sources:
https://www.them.us/

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/04/10/florida-republican-apology-transgender-comments-00091315

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/04/11/north-dakota-governor-trans-athlete-bans-00091558

https://www.them.us/story/montana-bill-define-sex-reproductive-capacity

https://www.them.us/story/russia-propaganda-law-gay-tiktok-couple-arrest

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2023/04/04/arrest-threats-against-lgbtq-group-nashville-school-shooting/11600848002/

This week, we are joined by trans activist, Andy Stowers Forest to talk about the news, activism, Facism, and their experience as a queer trans person. We are so privileged. Thank you for your continuing fight!
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This week, we are joined by writer, creator, actor, playwright, and activist David Mixner. He has helped our community so much and he gives us great advice on how to continue the fight!
Stay strong everyone.
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Sources for this episode:
https://www.advocate.com/music/madonna-adds-tour-date-celebration

https://www.advocate.com/politics/texas-senate-transgender-activist-drag

https://www.advocate.com/news/west-texas-am-drag-lawsuit

https://advocatechannel.com/utah-parent-requests-bible-be-removed-from-schools-over-pornographic-material?draft=1

This week, we are joined by non-binary Broadway Baby Jayke Workman! We also bring you so much news as this week has been crazy!
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Sources for this episode:
https://www.wxxinews.org/local-news/2023-03-20/rochester-out-alliance-opens-lgbtq-lilac-library
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/protesters-bloodied-arrested-nyc-drag-story-hour-rcna75724
https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/bosnia-rights-activists-assaulted-lgbt-event-ban-97968673
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/nebraska-lawmaker-3-weeks-filibuster-trans-bill-rcna75043
https://www.nbcnews.com/video/tennessee-drag-queens-vow-to-defy-performance-ban-164555333860

This week, we have the privilege to sit down with Iowa Senator Liz Bennett to talk about her coming out experience in the Midwest, but also talk about the recent homophobic legislation being put forward in the Iowa Capitol. Stick around for some good news to start your weekend!
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Sources for this episode:
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/minnesota-governor-signs-executive-order-protecting-rights-to-gender-affirming-care