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There is a new wave of artists making money in the art world, and they are doing so by selling their artwork as NFTs. Not only is digital art now much easier to sell, but NFTs are rethinking the dynamics of supply and demand. Let's talk about how artists are making a living with NFTs, and the benefits this new blockchain technology brings to digital content.

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You may have heard that the internet is "getting an upgrade." Well, it's true! Web3 is the next generation of the internet, and it's going to change the way you use it. Not only will we see unprecedented changes like true digital ownership of online property such as content, imagery, and domains, but users will regain control of their own data, and see enhanced security online. Let's explore what exciting changes Web3 will bring!

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More and more brands are starting to realize the power of community to build loyalty, expand word-of-mouth, and ultimately drive sales with customers. But what are the different types of communities out there? And what does a successful one look like? Let's talk about that and explore the power of community.

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The Summer of NFTs is in full swing and exploding. Artists are making more money than they ever thought possible, and many are trying to cash in on this modern Wild West gold rush. Queer artists are just starting to build their own niche in NFTs, and it's on us to support them! Here are three LGBT NFT artists that are making incredible art and could use our support.

• FEWOCiOUS (aka Victor Langlois)
• Klara Vollstaedt
• Sarah Zucker

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Queer Olympians have seen unprecedented representation at this year's Tokyo Olympic Games, but there is still a TON of hate and discrimination making its way into legislation. There have been a huge number of new, anti-trans bills seeking to ban trans-women from competing in women's sports. This is an issue affecting women all over the world and has no place in the world of sportsmanship.

Let's talk about the Olympics, and some of the misinformation surrounding trans-women in sports, and why it is important to reject bioessentialist rhetoric that is masquerading as science.

Referenced sources:

• Them : LGBTQ+ Athletes Are Already Making History at the 2020 Olympics
• New York Times : How Some States Are Moving to Restrict Transgender Women in Sports
• British Journal of Sports Medicine : Effect of gender affirming hormones on athletic performance  
• NBC Sports : The real threat to women's sports? It's not trans women
• UCLA : How Many Adults Identify as Transgender in the United States?
• BBC News : Namibian teens vow to fight Olympics testosterone ban
• Washington Times : Canadian soccer star Quinn wins Olympic gold, makes transgender history without uproar

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I got to sit down with my good friend Derek, an entertainment professional here in LA, and talk to him about how COVID has impacted nightlife, the entertainment industry, and social relationships.

Additionally, whether it's an age gap or income gap, queer couples frequently defy norms; so how should they split the bill? Grab a glass of wine and let's chat about what financial equity should look like in gay relationships.

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This June, take pride in more than just your queer identity. Luis Baez is an expert in helping QBIPOC entrepreneurs build businesses they can be proud of. With over 14 years of experience at some of the world's most distinguished companies like Google, LinkedIn, Tesla, and Uber, Luis is a seasoned expert in Sales and Marketing. He has taken these experiences to create the Sales Huddle -- a business program taking all of the secrets he learned in Silicon Valley to help you build your own business.

Luis talks about what it was like being the only Hispanic, LGBTQIA+ person in the room in these tech board meetings, and how he navigated a corporate world that didn't always value his experiences.

• Check out The Sales Huddle at http://luisbaez.com/huddle
• Follow Luis on Instagram at http://instagram.com/itsluisbaez 

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I've seen a lot of buzz on queer Twitter and TikTok lately from some vocal Gen-Zers talking about straight-washing pride. Specifically, talking about how Pride "should be family-friendly." Friendly to whose families? More so, is kink at Pride truly "predatory?" Let's talk about why Gen-Z has got it all wrong, and why sexual liberation BELONGS at pride!

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Hey, it's Lex! Believe it or not, you CAN make friends on Grindr. You can even build valuable, professional relationships by networking on there, too. Many gay guys are already growing their Instagram followings and building personal brands by driving traffic from their Grindr and Tinder profiles, to their branded pages. ("I'm not on here a lot.. message me on IG." Oh look, his profile is private and he's got 25K followers. WHAT a coincidence.)

Aside from traffic though, dating apps are unique social engagement tools that can connect you to people of all ages and backgrounds. It's worth learning something, especially from members of our elder gay community who have decades of experience in a variety of fields.

Check out all the different functionalities that apps like Grindr have to help you network and build valuable relationships that can teach you about business, finance, entertainment, or even land you a job! 

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Pages like @GaysOverCOVID on Instagram have come to the forefront of the conversation by exposing gay men for COVID unsafe behaviors like circuit parties, holiday gatherings, and hookups.

While I do not endorse these behaviors I've got to say that I for one, am OVER @GaysOverCOVID. Let's talk about the difference between SHAME and ACCOUNTABILITY, and how these public shaming pages are doing a lot more harm than good to our community.

Referenced:

• Daddy Issues with Race Cooper & Matt Fuller in "Gays over COVID with Boomer Banks"

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