Anna DeShawn kicks off this episode with the fiery highlights of the year's first days and a heartfelt reflection on recent events that have shaped our community. From the staggering devastation of the LA fires to inspiring tales of resilience, this episode is a blend of activism, community, and laughter.

🌟 In This Episode:

• Hot Topics:

• Zuckerberg’s alarming rollback on DEI initiatives and allowance of hate speech.

• Mike Johnson's anti-trans bathroom bill at the Capitol and its impact.

• The shocking LA fires—stories of loss, survival, and community support.

• Community Spotlight:

• Introducing HeyFamm, a queer LinkedIn-esque platform providing vital resources for fire relief.

• Bad Queers Annual EOY Review:

• With Kris, Shana, and Anna DeShawn! A fun, nostalgic deep dive into 2024, broken down month by month.

• From Kat Williams' meme-worthy lies on Shannon Sharpe’s podcast to the Angela Bassett & Regina King kiss that broke the internet.

• The Republicans’ culture war tactics dissected—serious discussions with a touch of humor.

• And, of course, the Color Purple drama: Was it "gay enough"?

💬 Anna’s Got a Word:

A quote from Jimmy Carter inspires us to make a difference wherever and however we can.

📅 Don’t Miss This:

• Live Panel on LGBTQ+ Rights in 2025 and Beyond:

• Wednesday, 5 PM CST. Moderated by Anna, featuring Chicago’s most dynamic leaders.

• Streaming on E3 Radio’s YouTube channel.

 

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00:00 - Welcome to Queer News

1:21 - The LA fires are still burning. Here is the HeyFamm resource list, https://www.threads.net/@hey_famm 

7:04 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/ 

7:34 - Join the LGBTQ+ Rights in 2025 & Beyond Virtual Panel, https://www.youtube.com/live/IsoL-u2G6EU?si=GBTNhpo3jw7i_vDA 

8:13 - Bad Queers 2024 End of the Year Episode

 

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About Queer News

An intersectional approach to a weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, entertainment and culture. Tune-in to reporting which centers & celebrates all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities. Hosted by Anna DeShawn. New pod every Monday by 7am CT. 

 

Edited by Ryan Woodhall. 

 

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