This week on Issues Over The Rainbow, MarkyG. welcomes back award-winning comedian, actress, and outspoken LGBTQ+ advocate Margaret Cho for Part 2 of their candid conversation. Cho discusses the importance of political activism, marriage equality, HIV/AIDS awareness, LGBTQ+ rights, and why every voice matters in creating lasting change. MarkyG. also encourages listeners to become involved in the political process, explores current LGBTQ+ issues affecting the community, and reminds us that progress only happens when people stand up and participate. Plus, Joshua Johnson shares a powerful story about standing firm on practicing safe sex, Mark Rutherford offers thoughtful advice on navigating an unexpected love triangle, and the team covers entertainment, community events, and the latest news from South Florida's LGBTQ+ community. It's an inspiring, thought-provoking episode about equality, activism, relationships, and the courage to live authentically. Original airdate: January 11, 2004.

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This week on Issues Over The Rainbow, MarkyG. welcomes legendary actor Sir Ian McKellen for an unforgettable conversation about acting, activism, equality, and the journey toward LGBTQ+ acceptance. Best known as Gandalf in The Lord of the Rings and Magneto in X-Men, Sir Ian reflects on his decision to come out publicly, the repeal of the UK's infamous Section 28 law, marriage equality, and why visibility continues to change hearts and minds around the world. Plus, MarkyG. shares inspiring New Year's resolutions that focus on personal growth and giving back, Joshua Johnson examines LGBTQ+ rights across the globe, Mark Rutherford answers a listener's heartfelt question about discovering her mother is a lesbian, and the gang returns with entertainment, politics, and lively discussions from South Florida's LGBTQ+ community. Thought-provoking, inspiring, and filled with humor, this episode is a fascinating look at equality, authenticity, and the power of living your truth. Original airdate: January 4, 2004.

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This week on Issues Over The Rainbow, MarkyG. takes on one of the most important conversations in LGBTQ+ history—the fight for marriage equality. In a passionate and thoughtful opening, he explains why marriage is about far more than a ceremony or a title—it's about hospital visitation, legal protections, financial security, family rights, and equal treatment under the law. Then, the stars of Bravo's groundbreaking hit Queer Eye for the Straight Guy take over the show! Carson Kressley, Kyan Douglas, Tom Felicia, and Jay Rodriguez join MarkyG. for a hilarious, candid conversation about the show's meteoric success, life behind the cameras, dating, relationships, and how Queer Eye unexpectedly helped change America's perception of LGBTQ+ people. Plus, Joshua Johnson offers heartfelt advice about coming out to family, Mark Rutherford shares practical New Year's resolutions that can truly change your life, and Mary Damiano rounds up the hottest New Year's celebrations across South Florida. It's an entertaining, inspiring, and nostalgic episode that captures a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ culture. Original airdate: December 28, 2003

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This week on Issues Over The Rainbow, Marky G. delivers an inspiring message about the power of everyday activism and reminds us that changing hearts and minds often begins with simply living authentically. Then, the cast of the hilarious holiday musical It's a Fabulous Life joins the show for an unforgettable celebration of laughter, music, and self-acceptance. A clever LGBTQ+ twist on the beloved classic It's a Wonderful Life, the production follows a gay man who wishes he'd never been born gay—only to discover the profound impact he's had on the people around him. Through comedy, touching performances, and candid conversation, this episode explores family acceptance, chosen family, coming out, and the importance of embracing exactly who you are. Plus, Joshua Johnson delivers an important message about HIV awareness among younger generations, Greg Ullman discusses the fight for domestic partnership rights, and the gang brings you all the latest happenings from South Florida's LGBTQ+ community. Uplifting, funny, and heartfelt, this episode is a holiday reminder that the world is better because each of us is in it. Original airdate: December 21, 2003

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On this unforgettable episode of Issues Over The Rainbow, Marky G. tackles one of the most personal and powerful topics in the LGBTQ+ experience: coming out. Inspired by HBO's Angels in America, he shares heartfelt reflections on fear, authenticity, and the liberating journey of embracing who you truly are. Then, award-winning journalist and bestselling author Bernard Goldberg joins the show for a fascinating and thought-provoking conversation about media bias, gay representation in the press, and whether journalists should influence social change or simply report it. Plus, the gang is all here with Mary Damiano's Red Carpet Report, Greg Ullman's Rainbow World Update, Josh Johnson's youth perspective on growing up with gay parents, Chick Chat's lively debate on "lesbian until graduation," and the latest happenings across South Florida's LGBTQ+ community. Emotional, funny, controversial, and deeply relevant, this is an episode that captures the spirit of Issues Over The Rainbow at its very best.

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In this powerful episode of Marky G’s Issues Over the Rainbow, the spotlight shines on HBO’s groundbreaking miniseries Angels in America. Marky G sits down with stars Justin Kirk and Ben Shenkman to discuss bringing one of the most celebrated LGBTQ+ stories ever written from the Broadway stage to television alongside legends Al Pacino, Meryl Streep, and Emma Thompson. The show also reflects on World AIDS Week, the legacy of White Party, LGBTQ+ representation in the media, progress for gay rights in Latin America, and the challenges many young people face while coming out to family and friends. With celebrity interviews, community news, entertainment highlights, and thought-provoking discussions, this episode captures a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ culture and visibility.

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In this special White Party edition of Marky G’s Issues Over the Rainbow, South Florida’s premier LGBTQ+ radio show celebrates one of the community’s biggest weekends of the year. Marky G welcomes legendary DJ and remixer Tracy Young, whose work with Madonna, Gloria Estefan, Cyndi Lauper, and other music icons has made her one of the most influential figures in dance music. The show also explores the historic Massachusetts same-sex marriage ruling and its national implications, discusses coming out and family acceptance, highlights holiday events throughout South Florida, and takes listeners behind the scenes of White Party Week and the iconic Vizcaya celebration. With celebrity guests, community news, relationship advice, political discussion, and plenty of laughter, this episode captures the energy, passion, and spirit of LGBTQ+ life in South Florida at the height of White Party season.

Original airdate: November 30, 2003

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In this landmark expanded one-hour edition of Issues Over the Rainbow, MarkyG celebrates the show’s exciting new 8AM time slot with an unforgettable episode packed with entertainment, politics, humor, and community pride. Comedy superstar Margaret Cho joins the show for a candid and hilarious conversation about LGBTQ+ rights, politics, addiction, stereotypes, media representation, and the evolving visibility of queer culture in America. The episode also dives into the groundbreaking Massachusetts Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage, White Party Week festivities in South Florida, queer entertainment, youth issues, lesbian culture, and community empowerment. Plus: Red Carpet Report, Rainbow World Update, Chick Chat, Question Mark, and more from the hottest all-gay magazine-style radio show in the country.

(Original Airdate: November 23, 2003)

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