Trent Clifford, teller of stories, proclaimer of uncomfortable truth, queer survivor of domestic abuse, and insatiable artist

Jess Vosseteig, illustrator specializing in queer, feminist, and inclusive illustrations that focus on inclusivity, empowerment, and breaking gender stereotypes

Finnian Burnett, educator who explores the intersections of the human body, mental health, and gender identity

Jewelle Gomez, poet, playwright, and author of “The Gilda Stories,” the original Lesbian Vampire book.

Gar McVey-Russell, co-founder of ActUp-East Bay and host of the blog The Garspot

Natasha Dennerstein is an Australian-born trans poet living in the San Francisco Bay area. In a former life she functioned as a psychiatric nurse.

Richard May, my partner for over 10 years, was the first conversation I had for Queer Words Podcast. He has hosted several reading series in and around San Francisco.

Leon Acord, award-winning actor, writer, and occasional producer

Jeffery Dale Lofton, senior advisor at the Library of Congress, and former actor

Patrick E. Horrigan, memoirist and former literature professor