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A chef’s life is loud, precise, and weirdly emotional, and Andrew Maximus doesn’t soften any of it. We start with the reality of culinary school: the discipline you don’t expect, the studying that feels like a ton of bricks, and the constant pressure to perform even on the days you’re asking yourself why you chose this path. Along the way, we talk about cooking as both craft and science, from flavor pairing to learning by critique, and why presentation matters when you’re trying to give someone more than a meal. 

Then the conversation turns personal. Andrew shares how his view of LGBTQ Pride changed over time, what it’s like to unlearn hateful ideas, and why community support can be the difference between spiraling and making it through the night. We dig into stigma, the way headlines can distort reality, and the harm caused by religious harassment and conversion therapy. It’s honest, sometimes uncomfortable, and rooted in the belief that people deserve agency over who they are. 

We also keep it real about modern life online: dating apps, setting boundaries, and the spectrum of DMs from hilarious to genuinely disturbing. If you care about LGBTQ stories, Pride, queer mental health, online safety, and the behind-the-scenes truth of restaurant work and culinary training, you’ll get plenty to think about and a few lines you won’t forget. 

Content warning: References to sexuality, Mild cursing and depression references.\

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In our sixth episode named “The Colorful Mob” (named after the colorful colors of the pride flag and a lesser used name for a flock of crows.) We delve into our reviews of Sapori Italian roots located in downtown Austin, the gay bar named “Oilcan Harry’s” in the Warehouse district of downtown Austin, and a gay friendly adult entertainment store named “Zebraz” on North Mainstreet, San Antonio.(I don’t get into too explicit items they have, you’re welcome to go and check it out.) NO SCIENCE OR TECH NEWS THIS TIME, I'M SORRY!!! Tune on in for more!!! 

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Tune on in as Corvus and Ryann talk about Pride, LGBTQ+ Mental Health and Current LGBTQ+ News. Two Queens in the bird's nest, You won't want to miss it. 

CONTENT WARNING: 

• Brief talk about Depression and  self-harm. (This may not be suited for everyone) 
• Occasional Swearing on my part (My bad, I apologize. maybe like 5 cuss words max.)

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In our fifth episode "Morbid Mocking," we visit my favorite hotel thus far, A gay nightclub with a manager who is a bit grouchy and A restaurant that has brilliant entrees but lacks in staff personality and their side dishes. A plant that produces heat to lure insects instead of pollen and a new secret underneath Bermuda. Tune on in for more.   

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In our third episode “Castling with the rook,” we will be talking about the history of the O'Brien Historic Hotel, Two bars in the Sparky’s plaza “Knockout” and “The Eagle” respectively, As well as the giant of all the gay bars and nightclubs, which is none other than Bonham’s Exchange. We will also be discussing the history of this great nightclub. 

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In our second episode “Now and evermore” we talk about the history of the gay bar that has been around for the longest in San Antonio. This bar has the most tumultuous events that happen in it’s journey to the 21st century out of all the other gay bars on the strip. Tune in as we take flight and go on the air. Tune in Sunday the 15th at 9pm est for our next episode.

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In our first episode called “Carry On” we talk about the history of a gym on Zarzamora street, the history of the gay strip and a food truck that is like joy on wheels. So sit back, relax and let us take flight together for the first real time. Thank you so much for listening and tune in for our second episode on Sunday June 8th at 900pm est.

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Hello Darlings, this is our Pilot episode where you get to meet me, Corvus the Crow. So sit back relax and let us take flight together for the first time. Thank you so much for listening and tune in for our first episode on Friday May 30th at 900pm est.

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We rate three Austin spots, then pivot to space sugars, dinosaur taxonomy, and the messy edge of AI policy before closing with high-profile legal and media dustups. Snark stays sharp, facts stay steady, and we land on clear takeaways you can argue with at dinner.

• Rain review with events and vibe,
• The Pub’s nature-forward decor and friendly staff
• Suerte’s strong flavors and prized chef
• Ribose on asteroid Bennu and what it implies for life in the universe
• Nanotyrannus reclassification and scientific self-correction
• AI in health data vs privacy risks and deepfake harms
• Slenderman Stabber case updates, and details concerning the case
• Jen Psaki’s Epstein comments, and political fallout

Tune in next episode airing Saturday the 13th, 8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time

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In our third episode “Castling with the rook,” we will be talking about the history of the O'Brien Historic Hotel, Two bars in the Sparky’s plaza “Knockout” and “The Eagle” respectively, As well as the giant of all the gay bars and nightclubs, which is nonother than Bonham’s Exchange. We will also be discussing the history of this great nightclub. 

#gay #LGBTQ #Snarky #stylish #travel #food #hotel #distrack