🎙️ New Episode Alert!

In this episode of Fat, Femme, Old & Asian: The Podcast with Halle Pino, I sit down with the energetic, dynamic, creative, and intentional Fran Smith, president and founder of the Central Indiana LGBTQ+ Young Adults Group (CILYAG).

Fran shares her inspiring journey of creating inclusive, sensory-friendly spaces for LGBTQ+ young adults away from bars and nightclubs. Together, we explore the unique challenges and triumphs of being queer and Filipino in the Midwest, navigating leadership in a red state, and building a vibrant community rooted in care and intentionality.

This episode is a heartfelt conversation about resilience, representation, and the power of creating spaces where everyone belongs.

✨ Don’t miss this empowering episode – available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen!🎧

IG: cil.yag

#LGBTQPodcast #QueerVoices #FatFemmeOldandAsian #CILYAG #RepresentationMatters #QueerAsianVoices #MidwestLGBTQ #PodcastEpisode #CommunityBuilding #SensoryFriendly #LGBTQYoungAdults #QueerLeadership #FilipinoPride #InclusiveSpaces

Join me in this deeply personal episode as I open up about my journey of unpacking childhood and adolescent trauma. This episode is not just my story—it’s a reflection on how common these experiences are and how we can move forward, heal, and thrive.

In this episode, I share:

✨ How childhood abuse and manipulation shaped my life.
✨ The challenges of navigating identity as a queer Filipino person.
✨ Lessons on recovery, resilience, and reclaiming your narrative.
✨ How to find outlets for grief, resolve shame, and embrace joy.

This is a story about survival, but more importantly, it’s a story about hope, healing, and the power of speaking your truth. If you’ve ever struggled with trauma, shame, or finding your voice, this episode is for you.

#Podcast #NewEpisode #FatFemmeOldAsian #HealingFromTrauma #ChildhoodTrauma #Resilience #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryJourney #QueerVoices #FilipinoPride #LGBTQPodcasts #HealingAndGrowth #EmbraceYourTruth

Picture it: Indianapolis, 2024. A queer collective of artists blending theater, comedy, and drag to bring The Golden Girls to life with a holiday twist! 🎄

✨ On this episode of Fat, Femme, Old & Asian: The Podcast with Halle Pino, we spill the tea with the Picture It Players about their hit show A Golden Christmas, their mission, and what it takes to add a fabulous queer spin to these iconic characters. 🎭

💃 Get ready to laugh, cry, and feel the holiday spirit! 🎁

#GoldenGirls #DragTheater #IndyEvents #LGBTQIA+

For more information on Picture It Players, check out their Facebook and Instagram: Picture It Players

To purchase tickets, go to www.pip.booktix.com

Get ready to slay the season with a fabulous blend of glamour and generosity! This week on Fat, Femme, Old & Asian: The Podcast with Halle Pino, we’re spilling the tea on the upcoming Food Drive/Fundraising Drag Show at The Back Door in Bloomington, Indiana (207 S College Ave). Happening on Saturday, December 21st, this event is all about turning fierce performances into much-needed support for the Hoosier Hills Food Bank. 💃🍲

Joining Halle are three amazing guests:

✨ Mike Holbrook, Food Sourcing Coordinator at Hoosier Hills, who’ll shed light on food insecurity in Bloomington.

✨ Peter Von Teaser & Desiree Bouvier, co-hosts and drag royalty, ready to share the behind-the-scenes scoop on this iconic event!

We’ll talk about the impact of your donations, the must-bring items (money, shelf-stable food, or personal hygiene products), and the joy of building community through drag and giving back. 🏳️‍🌈❤️

Don’t miss this inspiring and sassy episode! Listen now and mark your calendars to support this incredible cause.

💻 Learn more about Hoosier Hills Food Bank: hoosierhillsfoodbank.org

📍 Venue: The Back Door, 207 S College Ave, Bloomington, IN
🎉 Event Date: Saturday, December 21st

Let’s werk together to make a difference! 👠🍴🎁 #DragShow #FoodDrive #HoosierHills #FatFemmeOldAsian #Podcast #BloomingtonEvents

In this episode of Fat, Femme, Old & Asian: The Podcast with Halle Pino, we shine a spotlight on the incredible work of BU Wellness Network, a vital organization dedicated to improving public health, empowering communities, and ending the HIV epidemic.

Halle sits down with Ayriane Bailey, Damon Hamilton and Kem Moore to discuss the services BU Wellness provides, their culturally relevant approach to public health, and their impact on Black and LGBTQIA+ communities.

We also dive into their upcoming event, A Renaissance of Wellness, a celebration of resilience and cultural legacy in the Black community. Set against the elegant ambiance of a jazz club, the evening will feature poetry, spoken word, and music, all while raising funds to support the fight against HIV.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation and learn how you can support this life-changing organization and event.

BU Wellness Network Address:

1702 North Meridian Street, Suite 200 Indianapolis, IN 46202

www.buwellness.org

Tune in, get inspired, and join the movement for a healthier, more empowered future!

This Giving Tuesday, join Fat, Femme, Old & Asian: The Podcast with Halle Pino for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Jenni White and Will Turpin-Doty from Trinity Haven Indy, Indiana’s first and only residential housing program for LGBTQIA+ youth and young adults experiencing housing instability.

🏠✨ Learn how they’re creating safe, affirming spaces for young people in our community and discover how YOU can make a difference today.

💡 Tune in to hear:
🌈 The vital role Trinity Haven plays for LGBTQIA+ youth.
❤️ Stories of resilience and hope from their residents.
🤝 How you can support their mission this Giving Tuesday!

🎧 Stream the episode now on [platforms where your podcast is available]!

📣 Let’s come together to uplift our community. Every listen, share, and donation counts. 💕

#GivingTuesday #TrinityHavenIndy #LGBTQIAYouth #Podcast #FatFemmeOldAsian #SupportLocal #HousingMatters #CommunityLove

In this special Small Business Saturday episode, we’re turning up the volume on fabulous local talent as we highlight three incredible LGBTQIA+ business owners who make Irvington shine brighter than a holiday marquee!

I’m joined by Colton Manley of Trap Door Tattoo Shop (5535 East Washington Street), where art meets authenticity, Myles Parker of Bareknuckles Barbershop & Co., (5603 East Washington Street) redefining style and swagger in the barber’s chair, and Adam Hampton of Hampton & Co., 5515 East Washington Street) a go-to haven for unique, curated home goods and gifts.

Together, we’ll explore the ups and downs of running a small business, how their identities shape their work, and their love for the Irvington community. Plus, they’ll share exciting holiday deals and insider tips to support local businesses this season.

Get ready for inspiring stories, a dash of humor, and all the queer magic you’d expect from Irvington’s finest. Let’s deck the halls with support for our LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs! 🌈✨

A big thank you to our incredible guests for sharing their stories, insights, and passion. And a shoutout to the Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce for all they do to uplift and empower LGBTQIA+ business owners in our community.

As always, remember to celebrate the diversity and resilience of our LGBTQIA+ family—not just during the holidays but every day. Be sure to follow us on social media, subscribe to the podcast, and check out our show notes for links to today’s guests and their businesses.

Karen Kennedy, Event Sales & Marketing Director 

 [email protected] 

The Hurst Brothers Family of Companies 

Digs - @digsindy 

The Yard at North Mass - @theyardatnorthmass 

Heath Outdoor - @Heath_Outdoor 

317.995.1439 

Eric T. Lantz, Broker/Realtor - FC Tucker, The Rob Measel Team 

www.talktotucker.com/eric.lantz 

Aubrey Abel 

Curious Squirrel Bookshop 

www.curioussquirrelbooks.com 

@curioussquirrelbooks 

[email protected] 

120 South Main Street/Zionsville IN 46077 

Joseph Lese, Principal Architech/Owner 

Progress Studio 

www.progressstudio.com 

Jules Bush, Social Media Manager & Membership Relations 

Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce 

www.indyrcc.org 

[email protected] 

Gaslighting is emotional manipulation at its worst, but we’re not here to play nice—we’re here to call it out.

In this episode of Fat, Femme, Old & Asian, Halle Pino dives into what gaslighting really is, why it’s become so prevalent, and how to stop it in its tracks. Learn how to wield the power of receipts, expose social currency scammers, and bankrupt the manipulators who thrive on lies.

It’s time to reclaim your truth, unapologetically. Let’s get into it!

Frenemy: A portmanteau of 'friend' and 'enemy,' describing a person who blurs the lines between camaraderie and competition, affection and antagonism. Frenemies have been around forever—think Bette Davis and Joan Crawford, Taylor Swift and Kanye West, or even Cain and Abel (minus the murder, hopefully).

Today, we’re diving into this complicated relationship dynamic with two very special guests: a drag queen and her best, worst friend. It’s going to be shady, sassy, and probably a little too real.

For more insight to this "loving" relationship, be sure to go to Greg's 231 East 16th Street Indianapolis on Black Friday, November 29th for The Roast of Sparkle Nightly, a fundraiser for Trinity Haven Indy.