Garrett Clayton

He dances! He sings! More times than not, he is slaying with his drop-dead good looks and sultry "come on" glances, but this summer the beautiful Garrett Clayton is romping on the beach with the celebratory, and more than a little camp, Barbie Boys.  The dancable banger pays homage to cultural icons from Barbie (hello...) to Olivia Newton-John (the Physical era) to Britany and Paris Hilton. It was written and produced by a team that have infused pop into acts from Erasure to Pink.We have both Garrett and his Barbie Boys in studio with us today, for rousing discussion, and a twerking good time!Garrett is beloved by literally millions on Tik Tok and Instagram, where he had fantastic dance reels, reminiscent of his huge musical resume that includes NBC’s “Hairspray Live!,” Disney’s musical franchise “Teen Beach Movie,” and Nickelodeon’s Live-Action “The Fairly OddParents: Fairly Odder” on Paramount+.With co-host Brody Levesque

He dances! He sings! More times than not, he is slaying with his drop-dead good looks and sultry "come on" glances, but this summer the beautiful Garrett Clayton is romping on the beach with the celebratory, and more than a little camp, Barbie Boys.  The dancable banger pays homage to cultural icons from Barbie (hello...) to Olivia Newton-John (the Physical era) to Britany and Paris Hilton. It was written and produced by a team that have infused pop into acts from Erasure to Pink. We have both Garrett and his Barbie Boys in studio with us today, for rousing discussion, and a twerking good time! Garrett is beloved by literally millions on Tik Tok and Instagram, where he had fantastic dance reels, reminiscent of his huge musical resume that includes NBC’s “Hairspray Live!,” Disney’s musical franchise “Teen Beach Movie,” and Nickelodeon’s Live-Action “The Fairly OddParents: Fairly Odder” on Paramount+. With co-host Brody Levesque

The Stunningly Handsome Garrett Clayton Releases Barbie Boys Anthem!

Our special guest today is Robert James, award winning LGBTQ filmmaker whose work is steeped in San Francisco culture. His outstanding documentaries, celebrated around the world, often explore themes of queer identity, activism, and community. His films bring to life people and souls who might otherwise be forgotten, but were in their own rights dynamic creative human beings with creative contributions for the world.Today we will be talking about Robert's newest release,“The Unabridged Mrs. Vera’s Daybook” which  tells the brilliant story of historic activism, love, and community art through the works of two prolific San Francisco artists, David Faulk and Michael Johnstone, who also happen to be long-term AIDS survivors and extraordinary activists who were instrumental in ACT UP and the NAMES Project (culminating in the March On Washington/installation of Aids Quilt in Washington, D.C.). During one of the darkest periods in US History, these two men decide to bring all the joy and color to a broken community for which an entire movement has emerged. Taking to the streets bedecked in glitter, baubles, and recycled plastic, the two form a cadre of colorful kindred spirits they call Verasphere, lead by the indominable Mrs. Vera.With co-host Brody Levesque

Our special guest today is Robert James, award winning LGBTQ filmmaker whose work is steeped in San Francisco culture. His outstanding documentaries, celebrated around the world, often explore themes of queer identity, activism, and community. His films bring to life people and souls who might otherwise be forgotten, but were in their own rights dynamic creative human beings with creative contributions for the world. Today we will be talking about Robert's newest release,“The Unabridged Mrs. Vera’s Daybook” which  tells the brilliant story of historic activism, love, and community art through the works of two prolific San Francisco artists, David Faulk and Michael Johnstone, who also happen to be long-term AIDS survivors and extraordinary activists who were instrumental in ACT UP and the NAMES Project (culminating in the March On Washington/installation of Aids Quilt in Washington, D.C.). During one of the darkest periods in US History, these two men decide to bring all the joy and color to a broken community for which an entire movement has emerged. Taking to the streets bedecked in glitter, baubles, and recycled plastic, the two form a cadre of colorful kindred spirits they call Verasphere, lead by the indominable Mrs. Vera. With co-host Brody Levesque

LGBTQ Cultural Filmmaker Robert James and The Unabridged Mrs. Vera's Daybook!

Olivia Newton John

Welcome Back to Rated G Radio with your host Garrett Miller.Tonight we are welcoming returning guest, Rick Karatas, who wrote a tribute song to the beloved Olivia Newton John.  Rick will talk about the origin of his inspiration for his creation "Her Spirit Lives On."  We'll also be joined by Adrian Christian who performs the song.Now available on iTunes and wherever you purchase your favorite music!

Welcome Back to Rated G Radio with your host Garrett Miller. Tonight we are welcoming returning guest, Rick Karatas, who wrote a tribute song to the beloved Olivia Newton John.  Rick will talk about the origin of his inspiration for his creation "Her Spirit Lives On."  We'll also be joined by Adrian Christian who performs the song. Now available on iTunes and wherever you purchase your favorite music!

Rated G Radio:  Olivia Newton John Tribute Song

Rated G Radio is back and bringing us an hour of power tonight is Rated OZ Radio's very own Mary Lou Munroe Rey!Garrett and Mary Lou will get caught up on her winter, his summer.  There will be lots of hot topics to banter about and we'll find out what Mary Lou has been up to since we last spoke!Connect with Mary Lou on Instagram here:  ratedozradio_8Please tonight's broadcast is NOT a psychic call in show.

Rated G Radio is back and bringing us an hour of power tonight is Rated OZ Radio's very own Mary Lou Munroe Rey! Garrett and Mary Lou will get caught up on her winter, his summer.  There will be lots of hot topics to banter about and we'll find out what Mary Lou has been up to since we last spoke! Connect with Mary Lou on Instagram here:  ratedozradio_8 Please tonight's broadcast is NOT a psychic call in show.

Rated G Radio: Special Guest Host Australia's Mary Lou Munroe Rey!

American recording artist and producer Barb Morrison is in our house!  They are  a Top 5 Billbord Dance chart songwriter, platinum record producer and have worked with artists including Blondie, Rufus Wainright, Franz Ferdinance, LP, Asia Kate Dillon and our recent musical guest Tripping Jupiter.Today we will be focusing on Barb's brand new memoir Bottoming for God! Bottoming for God by Barb Morrison is a memoir that tells the story of the author’s journey from being a punk rocker, record producer and film composer in New York City to finding their true identity as a non-binary person, a spiritual seeker and a loving partner.  The title of the book is inspired by a concept from queer theory and Jewish mysticism that suggests that some biblical heroes, such as Jacob and David, had to learn to “bottom for God” in order to fulfill their divine missions. This means that they had to surrender their ego, their will and their power to the higher authority of God, and become receptive, humble and feminine in their relationship with the divine.Debbie Harry endorsed Bottoming for God with the following quote:"What a life! What a crazy funny time Barb has had! I feel lucky to know them.""With co-host Brody Levesque

American recording artist and producer Barb Morrison is in our house!  They are  a Top 5 Billbord Dance chart songwriter, platinum record producer and have worked with artists including Blondie, Rufus Wainright, Franz Ferdinance, LP, Asia Kate Dillon and our recent musical guest Tripping Jupiter. Today we will be focusing on Barb's brand new memoir Bottoming for God! Bottoming for God by Barb Morrison is a memoir that tells the story of the author’s journey from being a punk rocker, record producer and film composer in New York City to finding their true identity as a non-binary person, a spiritual seeker and a loving partner.  The title of the book is inspired by a concept from queer theory and Jewish mysticism that suggests that some biblical heroes, such as Jacob and David, had to learn to “bottom for God” in order to fulfill their divine missions. This means that they had to surrender their ego, their will and their power to the higher authority of God, and become receptive, humble and feminine in their relationship with the divine. Debbie Harry endorsed Bottoming for God with the following quote:"What a life! What a crazy funny time Barb has had! I feel lucky to know them."" With co-host Brody Levesque

Platinum Record Producer Barb Morrison "Bottoming for God" in the House!

Sarah McBride

What is it like to serve in state government as the very first trans elected state senator in US history when transgender Americans are under brutal attack across the country? Today we find out with special guest Sarah McBride.Sarah is an activist and politician who has been a Democratic member of the Delaware Senate since January 2021. She was previously the National Press Secretary of the Human Rights Campaign. She has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights in her role as senator. She has spoken out against discrimination against LGBTQ+ people and has worked to pass legislation that would protect the rights of LGBTQ+ people. She is also the author of the memoir "Tomorrow Will Be Different: Love, Loss, and the Fight for Trans Equality." The book tells the story of her life and her journey .We also talk to journalist Dawn Ennis about a faux "anti-trans expert" making the rounds on Fox News shows claiming to be a former counselor to LGBTQ teens. The only problem- none of the therapy centers she claims to have represented ever heard of her. .With co-host Brody Levesque

What is it like to serve in state government as the very first trans elected state senator in US history when transgender Americans are under brutal attack across the country? Today we find out with special guest Sarah McBride. Sarah is an activist and politician who has been a Democratic member of the Delaware Senate since January 2021. She was previously the National Press Secretary of the Human Rights Campaign.  She has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights in her role as senator. She has spoken out against discrimination against LGBTQ+ people and has worked to pass legislation that would protect the rights of LGBTQ+ people. She is also the author of the memoir "Tomorrow Will Be Different: Love, Loss, and the Fight for Trans Equality." The book tells the story of her life and her journey . We also talk to journalist Dawn Ennis about a faux "anti-trans expert" making the rounds on Fox News shows claiming to be a former counselor to LGBTQ teens. The only problem- none of the therapy centers she claims to have represented ever heard of her. . With co-host Brody Levesque

Sarah McBride: the First Openly Transgender State Senator in History

Concord Originals, the narrative content creation division of the world’s leading independent music company and licensor of stage productions, Concord, partnered with Outfest to launch a one-of-a-kind short film financing and intellectual property licensing initiative to support up-and-coming LGBTQIA+ filmmakers of color. One of the featured films from this colaboration is a short film called Avivar, premiering at Outfest Los Angeles 2023.  Today we talk to the producer , writer, director and star of Avivar.Outfest began as a queer film festival and has become a major arts, media and entertainment organization. This year's festival runs July 13 to July 23. Avivar means to ignite, revive, rekindle, The film centers on Roberto, played by Jonathan De La Torre, who also wrote the story the film was based on. Roberto is dying and reflects on the machismo and homophobic trauma he inflicted on his family, and the dysfunction that created. Today wa talk to Jonathan, as well as director Miles Lopez, and producer Charles Hopkins.Concord is the independent, worldwide leader in the development, management and acquisition of sound recordings, music publishing and theatrical performance rights and narrative content, representing more than 1 million songs, composed works, plays, musicals and active recordings.With co-host Brody Levesque

Concord Originals, the narrative content creation division of the world’s leading independent music company and licensor of stage productions, Concord, partnered with Outfest to launch a one-of-a-kind short film financing and intellectual property licensing initiative to support up-and-coming LGBTQIA+ filmmakers of color. One of the featured films from this colaboration is a short film called Avivar, premiering at Outfest Los Angeles 2023.  Today we talk to the producer , writer, director and star of Avivar. Outfest began as a queer film festival and has become a major arts, media and entertainment organization. This year's festival runs July 13 to July 23. Avivar means to ignite, revive, rekindle, The film centers on Roberto, played by Jonathan De La Torre, who also wrote the story the film was based on. Roberto is dying and reflects on the machismo and homophobic trauma he inflicted on his family, and the dysfunction that created. Today wa talk to Jonathan, as well as director Miles Lopez, and producer Charles Hopkins. Concord is the independent, worldwide leader in the development, management and acquisition of sound recordings, music publishing and theatrical performance rights and narrative content, representing more than 1 million songs, composed works, plays, musicals and active recordings. With co-host Brody Levesque

Outfest Feature AVIVAR's Filmmakers are in the House!

Our friend, and author, Brandon Wolf is with us today!  We will be talking about his new book A Place for Us. On one June night several years ago, life changed for Brandon. He crouched in a bathroom while a gunman opened fire at Orlando’s Pulse Nightclub, killing his best friends, Drew Leinonen &amp; Juan Guerrero, and 47 others.Touching on the horrific night at Pulse Nightclub, his memoir tells of his transformative journey from young outsider to galvanizing activist. Marshaling the compassion and strength of a community, Brandon explores how to get through the darkest times with healing, hope, and resistance. “With our backs against the wall,” he writes, “we find a way out together.”Brandon is a nationally-recognized gun safety and LGBTQ civil rights advocate and dynamic public speaker. He currently serves as the Press Secretary for Equality Florida, the state’s LGBTQ civil rights organization.Rather than be swallowed by the anger and fear of tragedy, Brandon has set out to honor the victims’ legacies with action. Besides telling his story to inspire justice, awareness and change, Brandon co-founded The Dru Project, a nonprofit organization that works to empower youth and provide future leaders in the LGBTQ community funding for higher education.With co-host Brody Levesque

Our friend, and author, Brandon Wolf is with us today!  We will be talking about his new book A Place for Us. On one June night several years ago, life changed for Brandon. He crouched in a bathroom while a gunman opened fire at Orlando’s Pulse Nightclub, killing his best friends, Drew Leinonen &amp; Juan Guerrero, and 47 others. Touching on the horrific night at Pulse Nightclub, his memoir tells of his transformative journey from young outsider to galvanizing activist. Marshaling the compassion and strength of a community, Brandon explores how to get through the darkest times with healing, hope, and resistance. “With our backs against the wall,” he writes, “we find a way out together.” Brandon is a nationally-recognized gun safety and LGBTQ civil rights advocate and dynamic public speaker. He currently serves as the Press Secretary for Equality Florida, the state’s LGBTQ civil rights organization. Rather than be swallowed by the anger and fear of tragedy, Brandon has set out to honor the victims’ legacies with action. Besides telling his story to inspire justice, awareness and change, Brandon co-founded The Dru Project, a nonprofit organization that works to empower youth and provide future leaders in the LGBTQ community funding for higher education. With co-host Brody Levesque

Pulse Shooting Survivor, Author and Activist Brandon J. Wolf is in Our House

Rebecca Fisk

WE ARE TAKING YOUR CALLS LIVE In the 2nd half of the show!Book a private reading with Rebecca HERE

WE ARE TAKING YOUR CALLS LIVE In the 2nd half of the show! Book a private reading with Rebecca HERE

Rated G Radio w Special Guest Co-Host Rebecca Fisk

Graham Streeter

Premiering tomorrow at the Chinese Theaters in Hollywood, the film UnFix tells the story of Ari, who, at the young age of 11, is subjected to Conversion Therapy after a brief encounter with another boy. Fast forward to Ari's life at 35, where he leads a seemingly content existence as a happily heterosexual individual, convinced that he has been "fixed." However, the outbreak of a pandemic sends his world into upheaval, reigniting dormant questions about his authentic self and casting doubt on his previous identification as gay.We talk to writer/director Graham Streeter and his husband, executive producer Alex Lebosq. Graham Streeter is best known for his award winning feature films I May Regret (2019), Imperfect Sky (2016), Blind Malice (2013). academically acclaimed documentary Boys in Peril (2013) and Cages (2006) featuring Zelda Rubinstein and Oscar Nominee Mako Iwamatsu. Alex comes from a background as a TV commercial producer and business affairs manager. He has executive produced the films  Blind Malice (2013), Imperfect Sky (2016), and I May Regret (2019).Imperative Pictures, an award winning creative one-stop in-house company, creates compelling feature narratives that cleverly illuminate socially conscious issues. They also offer services ranging from script development to pre-production, directorial, editorial to post production supervision.  With co-host Brody Levesque

Premiering tomorrow at the Chinese Theaters in Hollywood, the film UnFix tells the story of Ari, who, at the young age of 11, is subjected to Conversion Therapy after a brief encounter with another boy. Fast forward to Ari's life at 35, where he leads a seemingly content existence as a happily heterosexual individual, convinced that he has been "fixed." However, the outbreak of a pandemic sends his world into upheaval, reigniting dormant questions about his authentic self and casting doubt on his previous identification as gay. We talk to writer/director Graham Streeter and his husband, executive producer Alex Lebosq. Graham Streeter is best known for his award winning feature films I May Regret (2019), Imperfect Sky (2016), Blind Malice (2013). academically acclaimed documentary Boys in Peril (2013) and Cages (2006) featuring Zelda Rubinstein and Oscar Nominee Mako Iwamatsu. Alex comes from a background as a TV commercial producer and business affairs manager. He has executive produced the films  Blind Malice (2013), Imperfect Sky (2016), and I May Regret (2019). Imperative Pictures, an award winning creative one-stop in-house company, creates compelling feature narratives that cleverly illuminate socially conscious issues. They also offer services ranging from script development to pre-production, directorial, editorial to post production supervision.   With co-host Brody Levesque

Exclusive First Peak of the Film UNFIX with Filmmaker Graham Streeter

Rob Watson hosts an engaged hour of lively conversation on a variety of topics involving the LGBT community.  Featuring co-host Brody Levesque !   The podcast has been named one of the best LGBT podcasts of 2019 by FMPlayer, and  one of the "Top 20 LGBT Podcasts You Must Follow in 2020" by Feedspot.com . (https://blog.feedspot.com/lgbt_podcasts/)

Rob Watson

Rated G Radio with your host Garrett Miller.Tonight Garrett welcomes Guest Co-Host Rob Watson.  Rob is a nationally recognized author of blogs and articles with an audience reaching the millions on topics ranging from fatherhood, LGBT issues and so much more!  You'll also know Rob from the successful Rated LGBT Radio also on this network which airs Friday's.If you'd like to share how you've celebrated Pride for June - help us celebrate our community tonight by calling 323 657-1493.

Rated G Radio with your host Garrett Miller. Tonight Garrett welcomes Guest Co-Host Rob Watson.  Rob is a nationally recognized author of blogs and articles with an audience reaching the millions on topics ranging from fatherhood, LGBT issues and so much more!  You'll also know Rob from the successful Rated LGBT Radio also on this network which airs Friday's. If you'd like to share how you've celebrated Pride for June - help us celebrate our community tonight by calling 323 657-1493.

Rated G Radio with Guest Co-Host Rob Watson

Shila Ommi

Iranian-born actress Shila Ommi stars in the new Pixar Film ELEMENTAL as Cinder Lumen, the mother of one of the lead characters. Cinder ia the resident matchmaker of the town, utilizing her natural gift that allows her to smell true love in a Fire person’s smoke, whether they know it or not. She boasts numerous matches throughout her tenure—she’s proud of her track record—but this brusque, no-nonsense and traditional mom has yet to find a match for her daughter.Shila also co-stars in Tehran, the espionage thriller on Apple+ TV.. Whether in a fantasy love story, or an on-the-edge-of-your-seat thriller, Shila proudly exudes her heritage and experience, born in Tehran, and living in Los Angeles since onslaught of the 1979 Iranian Revolution.  Her mother was a poet and her father a philanthropist, real estate mogul, and the founder and CEO of Iran’s largest construction company, Vima Co.  At an early age, Shila witnessed the wrath of the Islamic regime. Her father was also on their hit list, but her family had the chance to flee the country, leaving behind their wealth and all their belongings to begin a new life in the United States. Disney and Pixar’s ELEMENTAL is an all-new, original feature film set in Element City, where fire-, water-, land- and air-residents live together. The story introduces Ember, a tough, quick-witted and fiery young woman, whose friendship with a fun, sappy, go-with-the-flow guy named Wade challenges her beliefs about the world they live in. With co-host Brody Levesque

Iranian-born actress Shila Ommi stars in the new Pixar Film ELEMENTAL as Cinder Lumen, the mother of one of the lead characters. Cinder ia the resident matchmaker of the town, utilizing her natural gift that allows her to smell true love in a Fire person’s smoke, whether they know it or not. She boasts numerous matches throughout her tenure—she’s proud of her track record—but this brusque, no-nonsense and traditional mom has yet to find a match for her daughter. Shila also co-stars in Tehran, the espionage thriller on Apple+ TV.. Whether in a fantasy love story, or an on-the-edge-of-your-seat thriller, Shila proudly exudes her heritage and experience, born in Tehran, and living in Los Angeles since onslaught of the 1979 Iranian Revolution.  Her mother was a poet and her father a philanthropist, real estate mogul, and the founder and CEO of Iran’s largest construction company, Vima Co.  At an early age, Shila witnessed the wrath of the Islamic regime. Her father was also on their hit list, but her family had the chance to flee the country, leaving behind their wealth and all their belongings to begin a new life in the United States.  Disney and Pixar’s ELEMENTAL is an all-new, original feature film set in Element City, where fire-, water-, land- and air-residents live together. The story introduces Ember, a tough, quick-witted and fiery young woman, whose friendship with a fun, sappy, go-with-the-flow guy named Wade challenges her beliefs about the world they live in.  With co-host Brody Levesque

Shila Ommi, Star of Pixar's ELEMENTAL, is Live and in Our House Today!

Stephanie Gerard

Rated G Radio is back with your host Garrett Miller.TONIGHT IS A CALL IN SHOW IN THE SECOND HALF STARTING AT 7:30 PST.  Call 323 657-1493 to ask Stephanie 1 question!Tonight we welcome back Stephanie Gerard as my special guest co-host!  To book a private reading with Stephanie, please visit her website here.We'll be talking current topics in the healing world, talking about Chakra's, Theta Healing and may even take some listener calls.

Rated G Radio is back with your host Garrett Miller. TONIGHT IS A CALL IN SHOW IN THE SECOND HALF STARTING AT 7:30 PST.  Call 323 657-1493 to ask Stephanie 1 question! Tonight we welcome back Stephanie Gerard as my special guest co-host!  To book a private reading with Stephanie, please visit her website here. We'll be talking current topics in the healing world, talking about Chakra's, Theta Healing and may even take some listener calls.

Rated G Radio featuring Guest Co-Host Stephanie Gerard

Steve Pieters

Our guest today, the  Rev. Dr. Steve Pieters was raised in Andover, Massachusetts, where his father chaired the Mathematics Department at Phillips Academy.  In 1976, he joined Good Shepherd Parish Metropolitan Community Church in Chicago, where he decided to pursue a calling to the professional ministry. In 1982, Steve resigned his position in Hartford and moved to Los Angeles, where he began to experience a series of illnesses that were diagnosed as AIDS-Related Complex. In April, 1984, he was diagnosed with AIDS/Kaposi's Sarcoma and stage four lymphoma, and he was told by one health professional that he would not live to see 1985. Not only did he live to see 1985, but during that year he became "patient number 1" on the first anti-viral drug trial, taking suramin for a total of 39 weeks. While on suramin, both cancers went into complete remission. Due to toxic side effects, the drug was discontinued for use against AIDS. However, Rev. Pieters continues to enjoy a complete remission of his cancers.Since his diagnosis, Rev. Pieters has served on the Boards of Directors of AIDS Project Los Angeles, the AIDS Interfaith Council of Southern California, the AIDS National Interfaith Network (USA), and the first Los Angeles City/County AIDS Task Force, and was Field Director for the AIDS Ministry of the Universal Fellowship of Metropolitan Community Churches from 1987 to 1997. Pieters was one of twelve invited guests at a Prayer Breakfast at the White House with U.S. President Bill Clinton, Vice President Al Gore, and National AIDS Policy Coordinator Kristine Gebbie prior to World AIDS Day 1993. The President talked about Rev. Pieters in his World AIDS Day speech on December 1, 1993.He was famously interviewed by Tammy Faye Bakker on her TV show, and that interview was recreated in the film The Eyes of Tammy Faye.

Our guest today, the  Rev. Dr. Steve Pieters was raised in Andover, Massachusetts, where his father chaired the Mathematics Department at Phillips Academy.  In 1976, he joined Good Shepherd Parish Metropolitan Community Church in Chicago, where he decided to pursue a calling to the professional ministry. In 1982, Steve resigned his position in Hartford and moved to Los Angeles, where he began to experience a series of illnesses that were diagnosed as AIDS-Related Complex. In April, 1984, he was diagnosed with AIDS/Kaposi's Sarcoma and stage four lymphoma, and he was told by one health professional that he would not live to see 1985. Not only did he live to see 1985, but during that year he became "patient number 1" on the first anti-viral drug trial, taking suramin for a total of 39 weeks. While on suramin, both cancers went into complete remission. Due to toxic side effects, the drug was discontinued for use against AIDS. However, Rev. Pieters continues to enjoy a complete remission of his cancers. Since his diagnosis, Rev. Pieters has served on the Boards of Directors of AIDS Project Los Angeles, the AIDS Interfaith Council of Southern California, the AIDS National Interfaith Network (USA), and the first Los Angeles City/County AIDS Task Force, and was Field Director for the AIDS Ministry of the Universal Fellowship of Metropolitan Community Churches from 1987 to 1997. Pieters was one of twelve invited guests at a Prayer Breakfast at the White House with U.S. President Bill Clinton, Vice President Al Gore, and National AIDS Policy Coordinator Kristine Gebbie prior to World AIDS Day 1993. The President talked about Rev. Pieters in his World AIDS Day speech on December 1, 1993. He was famously interviewed by Tammy Faye Bakker on her TV show, and that interview was recreated in the film The Eyes of Tammy Faye.

Religious and AIDS Activist Reverend Steve Pieters in the House!

Welcome back to Rated G Radio starring your host Garrett Miller!Tonight Garrett welcomes back fan-favorite Rebecca Fisk to chat up the hour.  To book a private reading with Rebecca click HERE to change your life!We'll chat hot topics, LGBT Pride, Nicknames and Fitness Goals.  Who knows, we may take some listener calls, too!

Welcome back to Rated G Radio starring your host Garrett Miller! Tonight Garrett welcomes back fan-favorite Rebecca Fisk to chat up the hour.  To book a private reading with Rebecca click HERE to change your life! We'll chat hot topics, LGBT Pride, Nicknames and Fitness Goals.  Who knows, we may take some listener calls, too!

Rated G Radio: Special Guest Co-Host Rebecca Fisk!

David Archuleta

David Archuleta is arguably one of the most memorable top contenders from American Idol. After he walked away from the 2008 season as 1st runner up, he met with immediate professional success. His first single, “Crush,” sold more than 2 million digital copies to become double platinum. Three months later, his self-titled album, David Archuleta, sold more than 900,000 copies worldwide. With a faithful social media following (3.5 million Facebook followers, 1.1 million on Twitter, and almost 1 million followers on Tik Tok), David has toured all over the U.S., Canada, Asia and even in the Middle East.Through all that, David was dealing with a huge internal conflict between his spiritual identity and his sexual orientation. In 2021, David came out as queer to the LGBTQ community and continues to navigate his identity. During this time, he also had vocal cord surgery, which left him unable to speak much for 3 months, resulting in a period of self-reflection. In the fall of 2022, David revealed to Good Morning America that he was experiencing a faith crisis and stepping away from the Church of Latter Day Saints, having been a Mormon his whole life.That was then, this is now... 2023, the year of Archuleta. He just completed a run on The Masked Singer, again hitting the covetted !st Runner Up spot. But even though Bishop Briggs won the top spot, David walked away with the most love. The normally quippy and non-serious judge Ken Jeong was brought to tears when David's identity was revealed. After David  shared of his journey, the rest of the audience was in tears as well.  Today we talk to David and play his new single UP, "a song about finding the strength you didn’t know you had in you. And replacing any fear and hate with love. Especially self love.”

David Archuleta is arguably one of the most memorable top contenders from American Idol. After he walked away from the 2008 season as 1st runner up, he met with immediate professional success. His first single, “Crush,” sold more than 2 million digital copies to become double platinum. Three months later, his self-titled album, David Archuleta, sold more than 900,000 copies worldwide. With a faithful social media following (3.5 million Facebook followers, 1.1 million on Twitter, and almost 1 million followers on Tik Tok), David has toured all over the U.S., Canada, Asia and even in the Middle East. Through all that, David was dealing with a huge internal conflict between his spiritual identity and his sexual orientation. In 2021, David came out as queer to the LGBTQ community and continues to navigate his identity. During this time, he also had vocal cord surgery, which left him unable to speak much for 3 months, resulting in a period of self-reflection. In the fall of 2022, David revealed to Good Morning America that he was experiencing a faith crisis and stepping away from the Church of Latter Day Saints, having been a Mormon his whole life. That was then, this is now... 2023, the year of Archuleta. He just completed a run on The Masked Singer, again hitting the covetted !st Runner Up spot. But even though Bishop Briggs won the top spot, David walked away with the most love. The normally quippy and non-serious judge Ken Jeong was brought to tears when David's identity was revealed. After David  shared of his journey, the rest of the audience was in tears as well.  Today we talk to David and play his new single UP, "a song about finding the strength you didn’t know you had in you. And replacing any fear and hate with love. Especially self love.”

David Archuleta !!!!  Live With Us as We Premier His New Song UP  Part One

David Archuleta is arguably one of the most memorable top contenders from American Idol. After he walked away from the 2008 season as 1st runner up, he met with immediate professional success. His first single, “Crush,” sold more than 2 million digital copies to become double platinum. Three months later, his self-titled album, David Archuleta, sold more than 900,000 copies worldwide. With a faithful social media following (3.5 million Facebook followers, 1.1 million on Twitter, and almost 1 million followers on Tik Tok), David has toured all over the U.S., Canada, Asia and even in the Middle East.Through all that, David was dealing with a huge internal conflict between his spiritual identity and his sexual orientation. In 2021, David came out as queer to the LGBTQ community and continues to navigate his identity. During this time, he also had vocal cord surgery, which left him unable to speak much for 3 months, resulting in a period of self-reflection. In the fall of 2022, David revealed to Good Morning America that he was experiencing a faith crisis and stepping away from the Church of Latter Day Saints, having been a Mormon his whole life.That was then, this is now... 2023, the year of Archuleta. He just completed a run on The Masked Singer, again hitting the covetted !st Runner Up spot. But even though Bishop Briggs won the top spot, David walked away with the most love. The normally quippy and non-serious judge Ken Jeong was brought to tears when David's identity was revealed. After David  shared of his journey, the rest of the audience was in tears as well.  Today we talk to David and play his new single UP, "a song about finding the strength you didn’t know you had in you. And replacing any fear and hate with love. Especially self love.”

David Archuleta is arguably one of the most memorable top contenders from American Idol. After he walked away from the 2008 season as 1st runner up, he met with immediate professional success. His first single, “Crush,” sold more than 2 million digital copies to become double platinum. Three months later, his self-titled album, David Archuleta, sold more than 900,000 copies worldwide. With a faithful social media following (3.5 million Facebook followers, 1.1 million on Twitter, and almost 1 million followers on Tik Tok), David has toured all over the U.S., Canada, Asia and even in the Middle East. Through all that, David was dealing with a huge internal conflict between his spiritual identity and his sexual orientation. In 2021, David came out as queer to the LGBTQ community and continues to navigate his identity. During this time, he also had vocal cord surgery, which left him unable to speak much for 3 months, resulting in a period of self-reflection. In the fall of 2022, David revealed to Good Morning America that he was experiencing a faith crisis and stepping away from the Church of Latter Day Saints, having been a Mormon his whole life. That was then, this is now... 2023, the year of Archuleta. He just completed a run on The Masked Singer, again hitting the covetted !st Runner Up spot. But even though Bishop Briggs won the top spot, David walked away with the most love. The normally quippy and non-serious judge Ken Jeong was brought to tears when David's identity was revealed. After David  shared of his journey, the rest of the audience was in tears as well.  Today we talk to David and play his new single UP, "a song about finding the strength you didn’t know you had in you. And replacing any fear and hate with love. Especially self love.”

David Archeleta- the full show   Part Two

Cory Allen has made history. His recently released book, Breaking Free: A Saga of Self-Discovery by a Gay Secret Service Agent is the first book released from a gay federal agent in the United States in 30 years, and the first ever from a Secret Service Agent.Cory is our guest today. He served as a closeted police officer in a para-military world for years. He went federal, hoping for more protections as a gay man. In the Secret Service he took on high-level protective assignments around the world, including guarding U.S. presidents. He was the first gay agent to demand equal rights for his husband following the SCOTUS rulings.Breaking Free: A Saga of Self-Discovery by a Gay Secret Service Agent is a deeply personal, candid, and vulnerable dive into the life of a gay man navigating law enforcement, government, and his own turbulent love life. A Secret Service Agent in the Obama era, he cracks open themes of identity, gay marriage, discrimination, love, sex, and finding peace and balance.  Released by NFB Publishing out of Buffalo, NY in March 2023, the book is carried by all major outlets including Amazon. Breaking Free is also available at OuttoProtect.org, a non-profit educating law enforcement on the needs of their LGBTQ+ citizenry and empowering LGBTQ+ officers; and by IEFPA.org, the International EMS and FF Pride Alliance.With co-host Brody Levesque

Cory Allen has made history. His recently released book, Breaking Free: A Saga of Self-Discovery by a Gay Secret Service Agent is the first book released from a gay federal agent in the United States in 30 years, and the first ever from a Secret Service Agent. Cory is our guest today. He served as a closeted police officer in a para-military world for years. He went federal, hoping for more protections as a gay man. In the Secret Service he took on high-level protective assignments around the world, including guarding U.S. presidents. He was the first gay agent to demand equal rights for his husband following the SCOTUS rulings. Breaking Free: A Saga of Self-Discovery by a Gay Secret Service Agent is a deeply personal, candid, and vulnerable dive into the life of a gay man navigating law enforcement, government, and his own turbulent love life. A Secret Service Agent in the Obama era, he cracks open themes of identity, gay marriage, discrimination, love, sex, and finding peace and balance.   Released by NFB Publishing out of Buffalo, NY in March 2023, the book is carried by all major outlets including Amazon. Breaking Free is also available at <a href="http://OuttoProtect.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">OuttoProtect.org</a>, a non-profit educating law enforcement on the needs of their LGBTQ+ citizenry and empowering LGBTQ+ officers; and by <a href="http://IEFPA.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IEFPA.org</a>, the International EMS and FF Pride Alliance. With co-host Brody Levesque

The Confidential Life of a Gay Secret Service Agent-- Revealed !

Today we honor the Queens of Rock and Roll.  The supreme Queen, Tina Turner, passed this week and we pay tribute to her.We also will be launching the world premiere of Glistening by Grace DeVine . Known for their evocative lyricism, Grace with ethereal vocals, combines their artistic prowess with a message of inclusivity and self-acceptance. “Dont gotta be a woman, don’t gotta be a man. We just gotta keep glistening.” They sing. The song invites listeners on a transformative journey as it encapsulates the essence of Pride. We also celebrate the true women pioneers of Rock and Roll, the original Queens... a group known as FANNY. Their story is the subject of a new documentary just launced on PBS called FANNY: The Right to Rock. As the first all-female rock act to record an album for a major record label, FANNY was the first all-female rock act to rise to real prominence in the US and Europe. Our focus guest is film maker Bobbie Jo Hart. She is an award winning American/ Canadian documentary filmmaker with Adobe Productions International, based in Montreal, Canada. With a career that has spanned 25 years,on subjects ranging from women’s professional soccer and tennis to classical music, comedy, dance and manic depression. Her documentary films have the most common thread of revealing untold stories of marginalized girls and women, weaving universal threads of dreams, family, love, loss, happiness, sadness, success, failure and determination. Her intimate, cinema verité style results in thought- provoking films that ultimately celebrate our shared humanity.With co-host Brody Levesque

Today we honor the Queens of Rock and Roll.  The supreme Queen, Tina Turner, passed this week and we pay tribute to her. We also will be launching the world premiere of Glistening by Grace DeVine . Known for their evocative lyricism, Grace with ethereal vocals, combines their artistic prowess with a message of inclusivity and self-acceptance. “Dont gotta be a woman, don’t gotta be a man. We just gotta keep glistening.” They sing. The song invites listeners on a transformative journey as it encapsulates the essence of Pride.  We also celebrate the true women pioneers of Rock and Roll, the original Queens... a group known as FANNY. Their story is the subject of a new documentary just launced on PBS called FANNY: The Right to Rock. As the first all-female rock act to record an album for a major record label, FANNY was the first all-female rock act to rise to real prominence in the US and Europe.  Our focus guest is film maker Bobbie Jo Hart. She is an award winning American/ Canadian documentary filmmaker with Adobe Productions International, based in Montreal, Canada. With a career that has spanned 25 years,on subjects ranging from women’s professional soccer and tennis to classical music, comedy, dance and manic depression. Her documentary films have the most common thread of revealing untold stories of marginalized girls and women, weaving universal threads of dreams, family, love, loss, happiness, sadness, success, failure and determination. Her intimate, cinema verité style results in thought- provoking films that ultimately celebrate our shared humanity. With co-host Brody Levesque

From Tina Turner to FANNY, the Women and Queerness Who Owned Rock and Roll

The fascist-leaning arm of the Republican Party is moving fast and hard against LGBTQ kids. As concerned advocates warn of "blood on your hands", the power brokers in many red states blatantly do not care.Who can at risk LGBTQ youth turn to? The logical answer, the advocacy group most funded by the LGBTQ concerned population, is the Trevor Project. However, due to issues we will review in our special report by Brody Levesque today, that organization is falling down on its ability to help kids when they are at a crisis point.We also will be talking to Lance Preston, Founder and Executive Director of the Rainbow Youth Project USA, a social welfare organization that promotes the health, safety, and wellness of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual young people throughout the United States. We will be talking about the real-life experiences of kids persecuted by the new oppression being put upon them. We will be talking about the help they need, the hlep they are not getting, and what can be done.

The fascist-leaning arm of the Republican Party is moving fast and hard against LGBTQ kids. As concerned advocates warn of "blood on your hands", the power brokers in many red states blatantly do not care. Who can at risk LGBTQ youth turn to? The logical answer, the advocacy group most funded by the LGBTQ concerned population, is the Trevor Project. However, due to issues we will review in our special report by Brody Levesque today, that organization is falling down on its ability to help kids when they are at a crisis point. We also will be talking to Lance Preston, Founder and Executive Director of the Rainbow Youth Project USA, a social welfare organization that promotes the health, safety, and wellness of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual young people throughout the United States. We will be talking about the real-life experiences of kids persecuted by the new oppression being put upon them. We will be talking about the help they need, the hlep they are not getting, and what can be done.

As LGBTQ Kids are Under Siege, Who is There to Help Them? Not Who You Think

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Did Donald Trump and JK Rowling get impeached in the same week?It appears so.  Rowling backed up Maya Forstater, awho calls herself a “gender critical” feminist. Maya's contract was dropped for international think tank that campaigns against poverty and inequality, when they found she participated in an anti-trans campaigns online.On Twitter, Rowling wrote: “Dress however you please,Call yourself whatever you like. Sleep with any consenting adult who’ll have you. Live your best life in peace and security. But force women out of their jobs for stating that sex is real? #IStandWithMaya #ThisIsNotADrill.”Of Forstater, the judge reviewing her case concluded her to be innately hostile to transgender people. From the judgement: “I conclude from … the totality of the evidence, that [Forstater] is absolutist in her view of sex and it is a core component of her belief that she will refer to a person by the sex she considered appropriate even if it violates their dignity and/or creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive environment. The approach is not worthy of respect in a democratic society.”We talk about this, the Rowling transphobia history , Trump impeachment and more....With co-host Brody Levesque.

Did Donald Trump and JK Rowling get impeached in the same week? It appears so.  Rowling backed up Maya Forstater, awho calls herself a “gender critical” feminist. Maya's contract was dropped for international think tank that campaigns against poverty and inequality, when they found she participated in an anti-trans campaigns online. On Twitter, Rowling wrote: “Dress however you please,Call yourself whatever you like. Sleep with any consenting adult who’ll have you. Live your best life in peace and security. But force women out of their jobs for stating that sex is real? #IStandWithMaya #ThisIsNotADrill.” Of Forstater, the judge reviewing her case concluded her to be innately hostile to transgender people. From the judgement: “I conclude from … the totality of the evidence, that [Forstater] is absolutist in her view of sex and it is a core component of her belief that she will refer to a person by the sex she considered appropriate even if it violates their dignity and/or creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive environment. The approach is not worthy of respect in a democratic society.” We talk about this, the Rowling transphobia history , Trump impeachment and more.... With co-host Brody Levesque.

The Transphobic Darkside of JK Rowling

"I believe that even the toughest challenges can be overcome with grit, imagination, and a willingness to work together."  And with that statement, Janessa Goldbeck announced her candidacy for the US House of Representatives.Today, she is in the house with us. We will be talking about her vision and priorities and what she wants to accomplish for San Diego, California and the United States itself. She has already outlined infrastructure, affordable housing, addressing the rising cost of living, the wage gap and gun control as priorities (she identifies as "pro-2nd Amendment.")According to BuzzFeed, Janessa spent nearly seven years in the Marines , graduated from Northwestern University and worked as a human rights activist lobbying Congress to end the genocide in Darfur. As a Marine, she participated in a government study that allowed women to volunteer for combat courses in the military. The study would lead to women’s integration in military combat and the repeal of the Combat Exclusion Policy, opening up all military jobs to women.With co-host Brody Levesque!

"I believe that even the toughest challenges can be overcome with grit, imagination, and a willingness to work together."  And with that statement, Janessa Goldbeck announced her candidacy for the US House of Representatives. Today, she is in the house with us. We will be talking about her vision and priorities and what she wants to accomplish for San Diego, California and the United States itself. She has already outlined infrastructure, affordable housing, addressing the rising cost of living, the wage gap and gun control as priorities (she identifies as "pro-2nd Amendment.") According to BuzzFeed, Janessa spent nearly seven years in the Marines , graduated from Northwestern University and worked as a human rights activist lobbying Congress to end the genocide in Darfur. As a Marine, she participated in a government study that allowed women to volunteer for combat courses in the military. The study would lead to women’s integration in military combat and the repeal of the Combat Exclusion Policy, opening up all military jobs to women. With co-host Brody Levesque!

She's Queer, She's a Veteran and She is Taking On Congress

As we are bombarded with daily news and numbers of the COVID-19 virus and its effects, one aspect has be sidelined: the sharp rise in hate incidents particularly against Asian-Americans, LGBTQI+ people, and immigrants. These incidents represent a spike in an already worrisome trend of anti-LGBTQI+ animus.Lecia Brooks, Chief Workplace Transformation Officer of the Southern Poverty Law Center, (SPLC) joins us today to discuss the issue and what can be done to fight it. Prior to her current role at SPLC, she previously served as the SPLC’s outreach director, where she traveled across the U.S. and abroad to counter hate and extremism and to promote the celebration of difference. "A significant factor fueling the frequency of this trend is the racist rhetoric of President Donald Trump," Lecia told the LA Blade Newspaper.Trump has refused to refer to the virus and it accompanying pandemic by its given scientific label, instead referring to it as ‘the Chinese Virus,’ in press briefings and press photo opportunities. This has also caused some members of the West Wing staff to label it inaccurately and in a seemingly racist way. On March 17, CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jang, a Chinese-American tweeted, “This morning a White House official referred to #Coronavirus as the “Kung Flu” to my face. Makes me wonder what they’re calling it behind my back,” she wrote.Today, we unpack the hate...With Co-host Brody Levesque.

As we are bombarded with daily news and numbers of the COVID-19 virus and its effects, one aspect has be sidelined: the sharp rise in hate incidents particularly against Asian-Americans, LGBTQI+ people, and immigrants. These incidents represent a spike in an already worrisome trend of anti-LGBTQI+ animus. Lecia Brooks, Chief Workplace Transformation Officer of the Southern Poverty Law Center, (SPLC) joins us today to discuss the issue and what can be done to fight it. Prior to her current role at SPLC, she previously served as the SPLC’s outreach director, where she traveled across the U.S. and abroad to counter hate and extremism and to promote the celebration of difference.  "A significant factor fueling the frequency of this trend is the racist rhetoric of President Donald Trump," Lecia told the LA Blade Newspaper. Trump has refused to refer to the virus and it accompanying pandemic by its given scientific label, instead referring to it as ‘the Chinese Virus,’ in press briefings and press photo opportunities. This has also caused some members of the West Wing staff to label it inaccurately and in a seemingly racist way. On March 17, CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jang, a Chinese-American tweeted, “This morning a White House official referred to #Coronavirus as the “Kung Flu” to my face. Makes me wonder what they’re calling it behind my back,” she wrote. Today, we unpack the hate... With Co-host Brody Levesque.

How Hate Crimes Have Risen With COVID-19 Spread

To date, 20 states and almost 70 municipalities in the US have passed laws to protect LGBTQ youth from conversion therapy through the legal work of a legal group called "Born Perfect." So-called “conversion therapy” that promises to make gay people straight has been condemned by every major medical and mental health organization, yet it continues to happen in every state. Kids subjected to it are often exposed to traumatic practices that often result in severe mental health challenges and suicides.Our guest today is Mathew Shurka, the co-founder of Born Perfect. During his five years of conversion therapy from ages 16-21, Mathew endured many different types of fraudulent and scientifically discredited “treatments” that he was told would “cure” his homosexuality. Most traumatizing, he was instructed to stay away from his mother and two sisters for three years based on the false belief that being gay is caused by a man being too close to his mother or other female relatives. Mathew sought out treatment for the trauma he endured and reconciled with his family. At 24 he began advocating to end conversion therapy with The National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) and worked with NCLR to create Born Perfect in 2014. Today we explore the terror that such bogus "therapies" instill, where they are practiced and what can be done to stop them.With co-host Brody Levesque.

To date, 20 states and almost 70 municipalities in the US have passed laws to protect LGBTQ youth from conversion therapy through the legal work of a legal group called "Born Perfect." So-called “conversion therapy” that promises to make gay people straight has been condemned by every major medical and mental health organization, yet it continues to happen in every state. Kids subjected to it are often exposed to traumatic practices that often result in severe mental health challenges and suicides. Our guest today is Mathew Shurka, the co-founder of Born Perfect. During his five years of conversion therapy from ages 16-21, Mathew endured many different types of fraudulent and scientifically discredited “treatments” that he was told would “cure” his homosexuality. Most traumatizing, he was instructed to stay away from his mother and two sisters for three years based on the false belief that being gay is caused by a man being too close to his mother or other female relatives. Mathew sought out treatment for the trauma he endured and reconciled with his family. At 24 he began advocating to end conversion therapy with The National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) and worked with NCLR to create Born Perfect in 2014.  Today we explore the terror that such bogus "therapies" instill, where they are practiced and what can be done to stop them. With co-host Brody Levesque.

The Terror of "Conversion Therapy" and the Team Saving America's Youth From It

Earlier this week, Yahoo news reported that McKrae Game, the man who founded one of the largest conversion therapy programs in the country and led the homophobic organization for 20 years, has come out as gay. That program, originally was called Truth Ministry is "faith-based " and located in South Carolina. It aims to suppress or completely change a person’s LGBTQ+ sexuality through counseling, interventions, or ministry. The organization was eventually rebranded and renamed as Hope for Wholeness in 2013.Our guests are two people who know Game, and have been tightly involved with the ex-gay movement for years. We are joined by Yvette Cantu Schneider, who was involved in the so-called ex-gay movement for two decades. She was a policy analyst and spokesperson for Family Research Council, and, later, was the first and only director of women’s ministry for Exodus International. She is the author of the book Never Not Broken: a journey of unbridled transformation, and the soon-to-be-released novel Two Black Stones. We are also pleased to feature good friend Kathy Baldock, an ordained minster and the Executive Director of Renobased Canyon Walker Connections. Kathy has now read and reviewed 47 anti-LGBTQ books by Christian authors. She has seen the expectation and goals patterns shift as the conservatives try to control LGBTQ people. The authors also create ideology and present it as theology which is then adopted by many of the churches and people within the Christian Right.Brody Levesque guest hosts.

Earlier this week, Yahoo news reported that McKrae Game, the man who founded one of the largest conversion therapy programs in the country and led the homophobic organization for 20 years, has come out as gay. That program, originally was called Truth Ministry is "faith-based " and located in South Carolina. It aims to suppress or completely change a person’s LGBTQ+ sexuality through counseling, interventions, or ministry. The organization was eventually rebranded and renamed as Hope for Wholeness in 2013. Our guests are two people who know Game, and have been tightly involved with the ex-gay movement for years. We are joined by Yvette Cantu Schneider, who was involved in the so-called ex-gay movement for two decades. She was a policy analyst and spokesperson for Family Research Council, and, later, was the first and only director of women’s ministry for Exodus International. She is the author of the book Never Not Broken: a journey of unbridled transformation, and the soon-to-be-released novel Two Black Stones.  We are also pleased to feature good friend Kathy Baldock, an ordained minster and the Executive Director of Renobased Canyon Walker Connections. Kathy has now read and reviewed 47 anti-LGBTQ books by Christian authors. She has seen the expectation and goals patterns shift as the conservatives try to control LGBTQ people. The authors also create ideology and present it as theology which is then adopted by many of the churches and people within the Christian Right. Brody Levesque guest hosts.

The Leader of a "Gay Conversion"Therapy Program Comes Out as Gay. Surprised?

A twelve year old was walking on the beach and saw a baby seal that was sick and in need. People were surrounding it with blankets, help and hope. A while later, he saw a homeless man on the sidewalk, even more sick and in need than the baby seal -- and not only was the man not receiving help, people were seeking to avoid him.Kenan Pala felt this was not right and immediately founded Kids4Community. That was three years ago, and he is now that organization's CEO. Last month they made 2000 hygene kits, and 500 "bags of hope" for distribution. The group conducts a school supply drive, and takes on disaster relief. They have focused recently on homeless dinner projects and more.  All of this is done mostly by kids, just like Kenan.Today we talk to Kenan... hear more about his story, his activism, and his vision for the future for Kids4Community.With Co-host Brody Levesque.

A twelve year old was walking on the beach and saw a baby seal that was sick and in need. People were surrounding it with blankets, help and hope. A while later, he saw a homeless man on the sidewalk, even more sick and in need than the baby seal -- and not only was the man not receiving help, people were seeking to avoid him. Kenan Pala felt this was not right and immediately founded Kids4Community. That was three years ago, and he is now that organization's CEO. Last month they made 2000 hygene kits, and 500 "bags of hope" for distribution. The group conducts a school supply drive, and takes on disaster relief. They have focused recently on homeless dinner projects and more.  All of this is done mostly by kids, just like Kenan. Today we talk to Kenan... hear more about his story, his activism, and his vision for the future for Kids4Community. With Co-host Brody Levesque.

The Inspiring Teen CEO Whose Company Helps the Homeless and Those In Need

Fun, intimacy and staying healthy... what every sexually active man needs to know.  That is our show tonight!We are joined by Dr. Dudley Danoff, author of THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO MALE SEXUAL HEALTH, and he will tell us all you need to know on how to achieve gay sexual health in a stimulating &amp; fulfilling way!

Fun, intimacy and staying healthy... what every sexually active man needs to know.  That is our show tonight! We are joined by Dr. Dudley Danoff, author of THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO MALE SEXUAL HEALTH, and he will tell us all you need to know on how to achieve gay sexual health in a stimulating &amp; fulfilling way!

How to Achieve Male Sexual Health in a Stimulating and Fulfilling Way!

A sad reality of homophobic activists in our society is that many times they have a close relative-- a sister, a son, a brother, a daughter -- who is LGBT. This makes their actions even more heinous. They are actively hurting someone they are supposed to love. Phyllis Schlafly, Michelle Backman, Pete Knight, Newt Gingrich... the list goes on.Now add "Straight Pride" organizer Mylinda Mason to that list. Her son Matthew is gay.  And he is on with us today!The Stanislaus County Straight Pride Parade/Event was submitted last month for a permit by a group calling itself the National Straight Pride Coalition. It is slated to take place in Modesto on August 24.Brody Levesque co-hosts.

A sad reality of homophobic activists in our society is that many times they have a close relative-- a sister, a son, a brother, a daughter -- who is LGBT. This makes their actions even more heinous. They are actively hurting someone they are supposed to love. Phyllis Schlafly, Michelle Backman, Pete Knight, Newt Gingrich... the list goes on. Now add "Straight Pride" organizer Mylinda Mason to that list. Her son Matthew is gay.  And he is on with us today! The Stanislaus County Straight Pride Parade/Event was submitted last month for a permit by a group calling itself the National Straight Pride Coalition. It is slated to take place in Modesto on August 24. Brody Levesque co-hosts.

The Gay Son of "Straight Pride" Organizer Sounds Off About His Homophobic Mom

Mario Lopez

Comments from an interview in June went somewhat viral this week. He said of raising a young transgender child:"My God, if you’re 3 years old and you’re saying you’re feeling a certain way, or you think you’re a boy or a girl or whatever the case may be, I just think it’s dangerous as a parent to make that determination then — ‘Okay, well then you’re going to be a boy or a girl,’ whatever the case may be. It’s sort of alarming and my gosh, I just think about the repercussions later on.” Tonight, we talk about both the misinformation of his statement, the backlash it has received and the talking points in the counter information that has come out, and his apology.Lopez stated yesterday, "“The comments I made were ignorant and insensitive, and I now have a deeper understanding of how hurtful they were,” he said. “I have been and always will be an ardent supporter of the LGBTQ community, and I am going to use this opportunity to better educate myself. Moving forward I will be more informed and thoughtful.”We feature singer activist Brody Ray, who wrote a rebuttal of Lopez's original remarks.Brody Levesque co-hosts.

Comments from an interview in June went somewhat viral this week. He said of raising a young transgender child:"My God, if you’re 3 years old and you’re saying you’re feeling a certain way, or you think you’re a boy or a girl or whatever the case may be, I just think it’s dangerous as a parent to make that determination then — ‘Okay, well then you’re going to be a boy or a girl,’ whatever the case may be. It’s sort of alarming and my gosh, I just think about the repercussions later on.”  Tonight, we talk about both the misinformation of his statement, the backlash it has received and the talking points in the counter information that has come out, and his apology. Lopez stated yesterday, "“The comments I made were ignorant and insensitive, and I now have a deeper understanding of how hurtful they were,” he said. “I have been and always will be an ardent supporter of the LGBTQ community, and I am going to use this opportunity to better educate myself. Moving forward I will be more informed and thoughtful.” We feature singer activist Brody Ray, who wrote a rebuttal of Lopez's original remarks. Brody Levesque co-hosts.

How Adorable Mario Lopez Became the Poster-Boy for Trans-Ignorance

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