R. J. Peña, a talented member of Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles, shares how his path toward a successful career in animation with a major feature studio went from seeming “impossible” to a reality, how being a member of GMCLA has been essential to his well-being, his insights on AI and the future of animation, and a whole lot more!

John Dennehy, a Second Tenor (T2), in Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles (GMCLA), joins Jason John for a heartfelt conversation about grief, life transitions, and singing and acting. Highlights include how feeling profound sadness in NYC and receiving positive feedback regarding his acting career in Los Angeles, led to a move to the west coast, John’s advice for dealing with grief, experiences he’s had with his mom’s spirit, losing his brother to AIDS, and why he calls being a member in the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles a “tonic”. Additionally, John shares concert ideas he has for GMCLA, what type of acting roles he would cast Jason in, and then the two play “The Word Association Game”.

GMCLA performs Sugar Plum Fairies at the Saban Theatre in Los Angeles on Dec 14th and 15th. Tickets are available at www.GMCLA.org.

Adyr shares his experience and thoughts on deterring conflict, the importance of authenticity, how being use to chaos affects our psyche, and the importance and beauty of saying no. Adyr then gets really about aging in the “Let’s Get Really Real” segment. Jason and Adyr have fun playing “The Word Association Game” and then close things out after Adyr shares a secret and makes it “Not-So-Secret” in a brand-new segment by the same name.

For the first installment in a Spotlight Series on the members of Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles, Jason interviews Thomas Franklin, current Membership President of GMCLA. Thomas talks about his role as Membership President, his love of the violin, what it’s been like navigating being a black man within the gay community in Los Angeles, and much more!

Jason and Alexa reminisce about their moms as they have a conversation about belonging, grief, and sensitivity. This is followed by the introduction of Question #5 from The 9 Best Questions, a brand-new segment titled “Word Association”, and more!

Jason’s big sister shares where her love of the kitchen came from, some insight into living with MS for over 25 years, how her faith has blossomed in more recent times. Jason tells the world what kind of dog he truly wants to own one day, Jennifer asks Jason a question or two during a segment titled “Turning The Tables”, and more!

Marcia shares how her faith and belief in Christ has been both a vital and foundational part of her life, what it was like raising a child with Goldenhar syndrome, why she prays for strength over patience, her recipe for The Perfect ™️ Andrew Flourless Peanut Butter Cookie, and more!

Sheri shares what she’s unmistakably great at, how to make The Perfect ™️ Sheri Potpourri, emotional intelligence, Sheri’s #1 tip for successful traveling, and so much more.

NYC based actor and drag queen Eileen Dover is the guest for an hour you won’t want to miss! Eileen shares her thoughts, wisdom and experiences on anger, being a misfit, HIV/AIDS in the 90’s, prioritizing creative projects, recovery, what she’s proud of these days, and so much more! A must-listen!