Stereotypes

Tre'vell Anderson is an author, journalist and observer of pop culture. Over the years, as they moved through their own coming out journey, Tre'vell noticed a problem with the way Trans people are portrayed in media.

Are negative representations on screen causing violence off screen?

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"The most famous gay movie theatre in the world." - Gerard Koskovich

In San Francisco's gay neighborhood there is an ornate, historic movie Palace called the Castro Theatre. It towers over the Castro neighborhood with its bright neon blade sign, and art deco marquee. But lately, the marquee hasn't shown much of anything, and the theater seems as deserted now as it did during the pandemic.

The Castro Theatre's new managers want to renovate the space, saying the very future of the theater depends on its flexibility, and resulting financial viability. This would involve some changes to the traditional movie theater layout that have the LGBTQ and film communities divided. The arguments have reached San Francisco City Hall, and the fight is getting ugly.

This time on Stereotypes — in a piece I made for the KQED podcast Bay Curious — I'll show you why this little theater plays such an important role in LGBTQ history, and take you inside the fight for the future of the Castro Theatre.

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Are there enough LGBTQ+ people represented in stand-up comedy? Our guest, comedian Wonder Dave, thinks not. How he's working to change that, with a Queer Comedy Night at the San Francisco Eagle, this time on Stereotypes: Straight Talk from Queer Voices. - Support Christopher's work on Patreon with a monthly gift, and receive the full, un-edited interviews for each episode of Stereotypes and fun bonus content. - Produced by Christopher J. Beale

One drag queen's journey from the US Mexico Border to San Francisco. From the closet, to being an openly gay, and non-binary role model to another generation of queens. And how the support of her family and friends inspired Betty Fresas to shoot for the stars. - To hear the unedited 90 minute interview recorded for this story, click here. - Support my work with a financial gift, hear my latest and find me on social media through christopherjbeale.com

Monogamy wasn't working for Julian, so he decided to try something new. What he found, is happiness. - Catch up with Christopher, hear his work, and make a donation at http://christopherjbeale.com

Mike & Goran met on Grindr. A few weeks later, fate complicated their relationship. How is living together after less than a month going?

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Meet the newly elected transgender Bishop Reverend Doctor Megan Rohrer and learn what the Bible actually says about queerness.

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To watch Bishop Rohrer's installation ceremony, click here.

Stereotypes has gone radio!

Huge thanks to Eric Jansen from Out In The Bay on KALW San Francisco!

His congregation, many of them healthy young men, were dying from a terrible disease. There was no cure, there still isn't. One thing helped with the pain, marijuana, but it was illegal. The true story of how a San Francisco pastor changed the definition of "communion," and committed felonies to comfort his flock.

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Stereotypes was created, hosted, written and mixed by Christopher J. Beale. Editorial support from Josh Taylor and Kyana Moghadam. Special thanks to Jim Mitulski.

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Everyone's coming out is different. Some folks can't come out, and for many — when we finally do — we discover that there are more questions on the other side.

Meet Rae, a gender non-binary person who has learned to treat coming out as a process the length of a lifetime. Plus, Chris shares how he got caught in the act and forced out of the closet in high school.

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