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Here's what happens when you stop shrinking yourself...and find the audacity to take up space…

On this week's BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with @kaleenazanders (she/they) — powerhouse vocalist, songwriter, DJ, and producer redefining what house music can be. And when we tell you she's one of the best live artists/DJs out there...we're not joking! #fangirls

Kaleena shares her journey from growing up a jock in San Jose to gracing the stages of Coachella, EDC, Electric Forest, and Outside Lands. After years of keeping her identity quiet, she made a promise to herself this year: no more masking, no more shrinking. Because right now, queer people need each other louder than ever.

We talk about courage, intuition, and what it means to have the same audacity as the people running the world...and use it for good.

Kaleena is currently touring with GRiZ and on her first-ever headline run, the Anything Goes Tour. Stream her debut album out now: "Anything Goes"

Coming out looks good on you!

Links: 

Follow @kaleenazanders 

www.KaleenaZanders.com

ANYTHING GOES - Tour dates

BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity.

Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. 

Special thanks to The Black Cat.

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⚠️ Content Note: This episode contains discussions of abuse and addiction.

Discover how queer entrepreneur Andrés Rigal built some of Los Angeles' most iconic LGBTQ+ nightlife experiences....and how putting community first became both his guiding principle and his greatest strength.

On this week's BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia sits down with Andrés Rigal — the visionary behind queer nightlife brands Evita, SUMMERTRAMP, Simon Says, and Mr. Black, co-founder of DTLA Proud, and co-founder of Green Qween, a queer-focused social equity cannabis retail brand.

Andrés opens up about growing up closeted in small-town Pennsylvania, surviving abuse, the queer community's relationship with trauma and addiction, and what it means to build something bigger than yourself.

Coming out looks good on you!

Links: 

• Follow Andrés: @AndresRigal
• GREEN QWEEN: @ShopGreenQween 
• SUMMERTRAMP: @SummerTramp
• SIMON SAYS: @Simon_Says_Party 
• MR. BLACK: @mrblack_party 
• EVITA: @EVITAparty 
• DTLA PROUD: @DTLAproud

BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity.

Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. 

Special thanks to The Black Cat.

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Here’s what happens when you spend your life trying to be “good” for everyone else...and finally learn to be yourself instead…

On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with JORDY (he/him) — a GLAAD and Queerties award-nominated singer-songwriter and pop artist.

JORDY opens up about being outed at 15, navigating bullying while becoming the “token gay kid” in his hometown, and how those experiences shaped both his identity and artistry. We talk about coming out, queer identity, therapy, validation, dating, addiction, and learning how to be fully yourself.

JORDY also discusses his brand new single “SICK!” and the emotional inspiration behind his upcoming fourth studio album, In Retrospect, arriving July 10, 2026. Pre-save the album now!

If you’ve ever struggled with identity, validation, or feeling like you had to hide parts of yourself to survive, this LGBTQ+ podcast episode is for you.

Coming out looks good on you!

Links:
Follow JORDY:
IG & YT: @JordyMusic
TT: @iamjordy
Website: www.jordymusic.com

BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity.

Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. 

Special thanks to The Black Cat.

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On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Brian Wenke (he/him), Executive Director of It Gets Better, for a powerful conversation about LGBTQ+ mental health, queer visibility, and how organizations like It Gets Better are working to support LGBTQ+ youth before they reach a point of crisis. Recorded at the historic Black Cat in Los Angeles, this episode explores resilience, identity, and the power of storytelling to help queer people feel less alone.

Brian opens up about growing up gay in suburban Ohio in the 1990s, navigating bullying and identity, and finding salvation through theater and storytelling. Together, PJ and Brian discuss trans visibility, the evolution of LGBTQ+ representation in media, and why visibility still has the power to save lives. 

Links:
It Gets Better: www.itgetsbetter.org
It Gets Better (YT): @itgetsbetter
Brian Wenke (IG): @brianwenke
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BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity.

Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. 

Special thanks to The Black Cat.

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Here’s what happens when you stop trying to fit into society’s expectations and finally embrace your true identity...

On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Joji Florence (they/them), non-binary educator, activist, and co-founder of Miss Major Middle — a groundbreaking genderful, tuition-free public middle school opening in Brooklyn, New York in Fall 2027.

Joji opens up about growing up in Milwaukee, navigating gender from an early age, coming out later in life, and learning to embrace life outside of traditional boxes. Together, PJ and Joji have an emotional and powerful conversation about being non-binary, pronouns, transitioning, queer visibility, LGBTQ+ youth, and what it means to stop “performing” gender and start living authentically.

They also dive into the inspiration behind Miss Major Middle, a revolutionary new school model designed to create joyful, affirming spaces where LGBTQ+ students can fully explore who they are through storytelling, creativity, performance, and community.

Coming out looks good on you!

Links:
Learn more about Miss Major Middle (and please donate!):
www.missmajormiddle.org

BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity.

Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. 

Special thanks to The Black Cat.

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Welcome to the BabyGay™ Community Series 🌈

Okay…so this is a brand new series in the BabyGay universe, so please bear with us as we iron out the kinks haha. We really want this to feel like you’re sitting down with your chosen family and talking about all the stuff we don’t talk about enough.

At BabyGay™, we believe community is about connection…and sharing our stories with one another. The messy stories. The awkward stories. The funny stories. Let’s spill the tea together!

In our first-ever Community episode, host PJ Brescia (they/them), alongside producer Tom (he/him), answers questions submitted directly from the community while opening up about navigating queer life.

And now we want to hear from YOU 👀

PLEASE SEND US:

💌 messy dating stories
🌈 coming out journeys
✨ awkward/funny “My First Time” experiences
😭 heartbreaks & lessons learned
❓questions you want answered

EMAIL: [email protected]
DM: @babygaytv

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🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts

People, Organizations & Resources Mentioned 💜

• Judge Eboni K. Williams
• Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
• The Black Cat
• OutCare Health
• LA Queer Coalition
• Fangirl Cafe
• Pride House 
• Everywhere Is Queer
• Los Angeles LGBT Center

Coming out looks good on you! 🌈

BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity.

Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. 

Special thanks to The Black Cat.

Follow, like, and subscribe on TikTok , Instagram , and YouTube: @babygaytv

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Here’s what happens when you refuse to give up on yourself — and find the strength to keep going…

On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Shea Diamond (she/her) — recording artist, actress, and storyteller whose life story is a powerful testament to resilience, survival, and self-expression.

Shea shares her extraordinary journey from spending ten years incarcerated in a male prison to becoming an internationally recognized artist and voice for the LGBTQ+ community. What began as a goodbye letter written behind bars would later become her breakthrough song “I Am Her,” transforming pain into purpose and inspiring people around the world.

We talk about resilience, identity, and what it means to keep believing in yourself — even when the odds feel stacked against you. This episode is a reminder that your past does not define your future, and that strength, courage, and authenticity can change the course of your life.

Shea continues to uplift audiences through her music, including her recent singles “Hold Out” and “Dance Floor” and has appeared in productions such as the FX series Pose, while using her platform to amplify LGBTQ+ voices and inspire others to live unapologetically.

Stay tuned for her upcoming album: "Skin of My Teeth"

Coming out looks good on you!

Links:
Follow Shea Diamond: @iamsheadiamond
Website: www.thediamonddollz.com

BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity.

Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. 

Special thanks to The Black Cat.

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Here’s what it looks like to stand up for justice and show up as a stronger ally for the LGBTQ+ community...

On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Eboni K. Williams (she/her) — Judge, Author, and Television Host of the nationally syndicated court show Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams.

Judge Williams reflects on her viral courtroom moment where she stood up for a young queer man whose father attempted to sue him after sending him to conversion therapy...a powerful example of what allyship and justice can look like in real time. From that case to the broader fight for LGBTQ+ rights, she shares why allyship should be the standard and how we can keep showing up, even in the face of setbacks.

We talk about the role of the courts in protecting civil rights, the responsibility we all share in standing on the right side of humanity, and why the fight for dignity, safety, and equality for LGBTQ+ people is far from over.

Coming out looks good on you! 🌈

Links:
Follow: Judge Eboni K. Williams (IG)

Watch: Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams

BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity.

Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. 

Special thanks to The Black Cat.

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Here’s what happens when the Pope tells you to love unconditionally...

On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with John Erickson (he/him), West Hollywood City Councilmember and former Mayor of West Hollywood, and current candidate for California State Senate District 24.

John shares his journey growing up in Ripon, Wisconsin, where volunteering alongside his grandmother sparked a lifelong commitment to public service. We talk about leadership, resilience, and what it means to stand up for your community...even in difficult times. He also reflects on the unforgettable moment of meeting the Pope and the powerful message about unconditional love that continues to guide his work today.

John has dedicated his career to expanding healthcare access, protecting reproductive freedom, and strengthening communities through service.

Make your voice heard...vote on or before June 2nd.

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Links:

•  Follow John Erickson (IG)
• Learn more about his work: www.johnerickson4senate.com

BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity.

Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. 

Special thanks to The Black Cat.

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If you’ve ever struggled to feel like you belong, this episode will remind you that your story matters. On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down with Andy Lalwani (he/him) — a host, podcaster, and culture expert who recently launched Culture Shock Podcast, a new comedy interview show.

Andy shares what it was like growing up in a small town where representation was scarce, searching for answers about who he was, and learning to trust his voice in spaces that didn’t always feel welcoming. We talk about coming out, navigating self-doubt, building confidence, and finding community in the LGBTQ+ world.

Because sometimes the hardest part of the journey isn’t coming out…it’s believing you belong.

This episode is powered by Morrison Media Group.

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Links:

• Follow Andy Lalwani
• Listen to Culture Shock Podcast
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BabyGay™ Podcast, a 2026 Webby Honoree for Best New Podcast, is released every Thursday and hosted by PJ Brescia (they/them)—a 2025 Out100 honoree—celebrating queer stories, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity.

Produced by Tom Gault and PJ Brescia. 

Special thanks to The Black Cat.

Follow, like, and subscribe on TikTok , Instagram , and YouTube: @babygaytv

www.baby.gay