This week we welcome Trav, the founder and creator of Queerency. Trav shared his upbringing and what the queer scene was like in different areas that he lived and went to school. We also discussed the inspiration that lead to the creation of Queerency and the trends that he notices in media and politics, as well as the ways he researches LGBTQ+ movers and shakers both past and present. 

Shoutouts:
Shana: From the Queerency page - Taylor’s Tacos: Chicago’s first Black-Owned, Woman-Owned, Queer-Owned taco restaurant. They were recently featured in Essence for their shift from corporate to starting a taco stand and growing into what Taylor’s Tacos is today. Follow on IG @taylorstacoschicago

Kris: High Hemp:  Queer- and BIPOC-owned High Hemp is the creation of Paola Fernandez. High Hemp offers an alternative to tobacco-based rolling papers—an herbal hemp-based wrap that comes in a variety of flavors to enhance your smoke. 100% Organic and GMO-free. High Hemp also now sells CBD products including gummies and tinctures. Follow on IG: @highhempwrap

Trav: Amber J. Phillips - Amber is one of these people that kept me going and helped propel me. Amber is a storyteller, creative director and multi-hyphenate creative person. They were just featured in the NYTimes for an art show they were in. Follow @amberabundance on IG.

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