Join Anna DeShawn, your favorite queer radio personality, as she winds down to the end of the year with a few top queer news headlines and an exclusive interview with Jordan Alexander.  Jordan Alexander, the breakout star of HBO Max's Gossip Girl reboot, describes herself as an unrelenting artist, blazing her own path in music and entertainment! In this episode of Queer News with Anna DeShawn: Jordan reflects on her transformative role as Julien Calloway. The story behind her new album Now You’re Caught Up, which captures personal growth, heartbreak, and resilience. Her journey as an independent, out, and proud queer artist. Why affirmations like "I am enough" keep her grounded in today’s politically charged world. 🎶 Hear about her standout track “I Don’t Want to Lose You” and her collaboration on the remix of “Scared to Get Close” featuring reggae-dancehall artist Omega Mighty. This is a MUST LISTEN! Jordan reminds us what it means to live life on your own terms.  💬 Share your thoughts and favorite moments! 📲 Stream Jordan’s new album and check out her latest music video on YouTube. #JordanAlexander #QueerArtist #GossipGirl #QueerNews #LGBTQMusic #IndependentArtist #Affirmations #QueerPride #LGBTQCommunity 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to Queer News 1:35 - Get Your Family ornament, https://queermedia.myshopify.com/  2:24 - Top Queer News headlines 7:02 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  7:17 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  7:47 - Book your music lesson with Cel today, https://keysforlifellc.com/booking   8:33 - Jordan Alexander on her new album, being an unrelenting artist, and the Gossip Girl Journey 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Shop Now - Get the Commemorative Family Ornament Today!  https://queermedia.myshopify.com/    Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

Join Anna DeShawn, your favorite queer radio personality, for a power-packed episode of Queer News. This week, we dive into the Supreme Court case on trans healthcare bans—a historic moment for LGBTQ+ rights—with insights from ACLU attorney Chase Strangio and a look at the inspiring activism of Raquel Willis and Hope Giselle. Anna also celebrates the success of the Queer News merch line, shares a holiday gift-giving promo, and spotlights an inspiring interview with a trailblazing LGBTQ+ advocate and military service member, Isaiah Wilkins. Stay informed, empowered, and connected as we navigate the stories shaping our queer community. Don’t miss it! 📢 Rate, review, and share this episode to help amplify LGBTQ+ voices. We are Queer News Done Right.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:00 - Welcome to Queer News 1:30 - Get Your Family Hoodie, https://queermedia.myshopify.com/  3:30 - A report on the Historic Supreme Court Hearing on Trans Rights 9:46 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  10:01 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  10:31 - Book your music lesson with Cel today, https://keysforlifellc.com/booking   11:18 - Isaiah Wilkins talks winning his legal fight against the United States Military ban on soldiers living with HIV 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Shop Now - Get Your Family Hoodie Today!  https://queermedia.myshopify.com/    Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

Join your favorite queer radio personality, Anna DeShawn, for this powerful Queer News World AIDS Day special. In this episode, we confront a critical yet under-discussed issue: the impact of HIV on Black women. Through heartfelt storytelling, historical context, and expert voices, Anna shines a light on systemic inequalities, cultural stigmas, and the resilience of Black women in the face of an epidemic. 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn reports on Quanesha “Cocoa” Shantel, a Black trans woman who was murdered in Greensboro, North Carolina. In politics, Representative elect Sarah McBride has been banned from the women’s bathroom in the US Capitol. In culture & entertainment, Jussie Smollett’s conviction has been overturned in Illinois, BlaqueOut Magazine releases an interactive map to remember our trans siblings and Khalid is outed by an ex-boyfriend.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Check out BlaqueOut Magazine T.R.A.I.I. ​​https://blaqueout.com/traii   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn we remember trans pioneer Sir Lady Java. I’m still over this election. Can we start there? But there were a lot of wins by LGBTQ folks across the country so let's run those down. Nex Benedict’s school district is found to have violated multiple Title IX violations. A group of fraternity bros decided to commit a hate crime, I’ll tell you all about it, and let’s talk about the LGBTQ folks nominated for Grammy’s.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  2:15 - Top Queer News stories 3:04 - We remember Sir Lady Java 6:38 - LGBTQ politicians win across the country  12:52 - Nex Benedicts school is found to have violated multiple Title IX violations 16:52 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  17:07 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  17:37 - A group of fraternity bros decided to commit a hate crime  22:03 - Let’s celebrate the LGBTQ folks nominated for Grammy’s 23:47 - Anna’s Word    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn she digs into the aftermath of Trump's shocking re-election and dissects its implications for the LGBTQ+ community. Anna is pleased to have Mony Ruiz Velasco, Deputy Director of Equality Illinois, join us as we explore practical steps to legally and personally protect ourselves and our loved ones. Don't miss this essential discussion on how to prepare, protect, and persist during challenging times.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  1:29 - Anna DeShawn reflects on Trump’s win 9:27 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  9:46 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  10:12 - Mony & Anna talk about how to prepare and protect your rights   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Equality Illinois Resources https://www.equalityillinois.us/lgbtq-resource-guide/    Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on Queer News with Anna DeShawn there is no bigger story than the presidential election taking place tomorrow. The stakes are high and so it our anxiety. Let’s talk about it. In culture and entertainment, a teacher outs a trans student in the UK and gets banned, one of Matthew Shepard's murderers tries to get his sentence reduced, and we have a follow up to the hate crime that took place at Global Black Pride in Atlanta. They know who did it. Let’s go!    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  00:39 - Beyonce at Kamala Harris rally in Houston, Texas 2:56 - Top Queer News stories 3:34 - It’s time to vote! Election Day is tomorrow #voteblue 10:11 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  10:35 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  11:05 - A teacher outs a trans student in the UK and gets banned 13:47 - One of Matthew Shepard's murderers tries to get his sentence reduced 15:52 - The hate crime that took place at Global Black Pride in Atlanta. They know who did it.  18:59 - Anna’s Word   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

In this special episode join Anna DeShawn and special guest Amanda W. Timpson from Yesterqueers this LGBTQ History Month as they explore the fascinating and groundbreaking life of Hattie McDaniel. We know Hattie was the first Black woman to win an Oscar for her role in Gone With the Wind but what you probably didn’t know was that she was bisexual. Tune in to her remarkable journey in old Hollywood and the untold stories of her journey. From her involvement in the secretive Sewing Circle to her friendships with influential figures and the challenges she faced in a segregated society. This video sheds light on the complexities and triumphs of an incredible woman who defied the odds and left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry and Black culture.   #LGBTQHistory #HattieMcDaniel #QueerHistory #HollywoodSecrets #BlackExcellence #BisexualIcons #Trailblazers #HiddenHistories #LGBTQIcons #FilmHistory #HollywoodLegends   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Follow Amanda for More LGBTQ History    Official Website - https://www.yesterqueers.com  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@yesterqueers Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/yesterqueers/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@yesterqueers    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.

In this special episode join Anna Deshawn and special guest Amanda W. Timpson from Yesterqueers this LGBTQ History Month as they dive into the incredible story of Amelio Robles, the first openly transgender soldier in Mexican military history. Discover how Robles, a Colonel who fought under Zapata, transitioned in the early 20th century and was embraced by his comrades for embodying the epitome of a machismo soldier. In this video, learn how Amelio navigated post-war life, maintained his authentic identity, and left a lasting legacy that challenges conventional narratives around gender and history. Don't miss this powerful episode that not only honors Amelio Robles but also celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. #AmelioRobles #LGBTQHistoryMonth #QueerHistory #HispanicHeritageMonth #TransPride #RevolutionaryHero #AnnaDeshawn #AmandaTheHistorian   Follow Amanda for More LGBTQ History    Official Website - https://www.yesterqueers.com  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@yesterqueers Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/yesterqueers/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@yesterqueers    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.

This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn will report on the groundbreaking case of Dime Doe, a Black trans woman whose murder has sparked outrage and demands for justice. In politics, Anna will examine the transphobic comments made by Virginia Senate candidate Hung Cao and celebrate the progress made for LGBTQ+ veterans who were unfairly dismissed under "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." And finally, we'll bring you uplifting stories from the world of culture and entertainment, including the rescue of a beloved queer bar and the incredible achievements of four queer individuals who received the MacArthur Genius Grant. Let’s go!  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn and her special guest Amanda W. Timpson, the queer public historian, delve into the complexities of Matthew Shepard's tragic story. They discuss the commonly known narrative of his death and unveil the deeper layers, including issues of drug culture, homophobia, and the misrepresented nuances of his life. This episode is part of a series celebrating LGBTQ History Month by uncovering the histories you didn't know you needed to know. We will cover the:    Known Story of Matthew Shepard  Nuances and Complexities  Role of Media and Misrepresentation  Intersecting Issues  Unheard Connections  Concluding Thoughts and Legacy Follow Amanda for More LGBTQ History    Official Website - https://www.yesterqueers.com  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@yesterqueers Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/yesterqueers/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@yesterqueers    🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  1:23 - Intro Amanda of Yesterqueers 4:43 - Need health insurance. Get covered, https://getcoveredillinois.gov/  4:58 - Need a podcast editor? Hemlock Creek Productions is a Black & Queer owned production house. Reach out and tell them Queer News sent you. https://www.hemlockcreekprod.com/  5:42 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  6:12 - The Untold Story of Matthew Shepard featuring Amanda W. Timpson from Yesterqueers 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn sits down with award-winning journalist Nico Lange to discuss their book “American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era.” Listen in as Nico shares the powerful and diverse stories of trans and non-binary teens across the U.S., the intersections of identity, and the pressing political challenges they face. This episode is a must-listen for understanding the true spectrum of trans experiences in today's world.  In addition, Anna would be remiss if you didn’t also report on a few Queer News headlines that you need to know about:  A groundbreaking win for trans rights: Diana Portillo, a Latina trans woman wins a major lawsuit against McDonald's for discrimination. The election is 28 days away: Anna talks about canvassing in Racine,Wisconsin for the Harris/Waltz ticket Honoring queer history: Chicago's iconic Warehouse is officially designated a landmark, celebrating the birthplace of house music. Transgender youth and their families: Discover the inspiring stories of trans teens navigating hate and finding joy in a turbulent era.   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  1:13 - There was an accident at Anna’s home 3:01 - Queer News headlines 10:27 - Need a podcast editor? Hemlock Creek Productions is a Black & Queer owned production house. Reach out and tell them Queer News sent you. https://www.hemlockcreekprod.com/  11:12 - Listen & follow the Joy in the Breakthrough podcast, https://joyitbpod.com  11:50 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  12:20 - Interview with Nico Lang   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Buy Nico’s Book https://allstora.com/products/american-teenager-how-trans-kids-are-surviving-hate-and-finding-joy-in-a-turbulent-era    Watch Nico Lang’s Interview with Anna DeShawn  https://youtu.be/cbVDzuJSCP8    Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn has updates on two top stories that impacted Savannah Ryan Williams in Minneapolis and the legend Cecilia Gentili in New York City. In politics, we are 35 days from election day. In culture and entertainment, Thailand makes LGBTQ history in Souteast Asia and Chicago installs progress flag crosswalks across the city. Anna was there and got to cover the story. Let’s go!   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  1:49 - Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  2:08 -  Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 3:00 - Queer News headlines 3:33 - Savannah Ryan Williams Update 5:51 - Cecilia Gentili Update 8:24 - Your election update as we are 35 days from election day 10:06 - Listen & follow the Joy in the Breakthrough podcast, https://joyitbpod.com  10:44 - Book your music lesson with Cel today, https://keysforlifellc.com/booking  11:01 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  11:28 - Thailand makes LGBTQ history in Souteast Asia 13:11 - Chicago installs progress flag crosswalks across the city 18:54 - Boosie’s lesbian daughter speaks out about her homophobic dad 21:15 - Anna’s Got a Word   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Join The Qube https://theqube.app  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn shares her top stories, a 3 month update on Taylor Casey missing in the Bahamas and Queer News winning best LGBTQ podcast at the Black Podcasting Awards. In politics Kentucky bans conversion therapy and Biden makes history appointing the 12th LGBTQ+ judge. Then of course she has your election update as well. In culture & entertainment,  we got a queer news tip on the Lesbians Who Tech summit, Sasheer Zamata comes out, and the Will & Harper documentary drops this week on Netflix. Let’s go!   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  00:39 - A 3 month update on Taylor Casey missing in the Bahamas 2:39 - Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  2:55 -  Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 3:41 - Queer News headlines   4:34 - Queer News wins best LGBTQ podcast at the Black Podcasting Awards 6:11 - Kentucky bans conversion therapy 9:33 - Biden makes history appointing the 12th LGBTQ+ judge  12:22 - Your election update 17:11 - Listen & follow the Joy in the Breakthrough podcast, https://joyitbpod.com  17:49 - Book your music lesson with Cel today, https://keysforlifellc.com/booking  18:07 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  18:37 - We got a queer news tip on the Lesbians Who Tech summit 21:21 - Sasheer Zamata comes out 23:37 - The Will & Harper documentary drops this week on Netflix 26:00 - Anna’s Got a Word   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   MUST WATCH: Taylor Casey's Mom Makes Heartbreaking Appeal https://youtu.be/CNVWZpZSAJY    Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Join The Qube https://theqube.app  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn reports on Redd, a Black transwoman who was murdered in Chicago. In politics, an Arizona court rules in favor of two trans girls who just want to play sports. In culture and entertainment, we remember the Chicago legend and global icon Chilli Pepper. The gender liberation movement held its first march in DC & lets talk the VMA’s. Was it the queerest one ever? Let’s go!   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  2:15 - Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  2:21 -  Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 3:13 - Queer News headlines 3:50 - Redd, a Black transwoman who was murdered in Chicago 6:07 - An Arizona court rules in favor of two trans girls who just want to play sport 11:17 - Listen & follow the Joy in the Breakthrough podcast, https://joyitbpod.com  11:55 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  12:20 - We remember the Chicago legend and global icon Chilli Pepper 16:00 - The gender liberation movement held its first march in DC 18:57 - Lets talk the VMA’s. Was it the queerest one ever? 21:26 - Anna’s Got a Word   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Join The Qube https://theqube.app  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn holds a moment of silence for those killed, injured, and impacted by the mass schooling shooting at the Apalachee High School in Georgia. In politics, life long generational Republicans are publicly denouncing Trump and voting for Kamala Harris. The Cheney’s, The McCains. Let’s talk about it. In culture and entertainment, Sade is dropping her first single in 6 years and it's dedicated to her trans son, award winning  Queer journalist and founder of Queer News Daily Nico Lang is dropping a book and the interwebs were hot with rumors about Da Brat & Judy. Let’s go!   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  1:54 - Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  2:05 -  Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 2:40 - Queer News headlines 3:49 - Life long generational Republicans are publicly denouncing Trump and voting for Kamala Harris. The Cheney’s, The McCains.  9:38 - Listen & follow the Joy in the Breakthrough podcast, https://joyitbpod.com  10:17 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  10:43 - Sade is dropping her first single in 6 years and it's dedicated to her trans son 14:12 - Award winning  Queer journalist and founder of Queer News Daily Nico Lang is dropping a book titled American Teen: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era 17:33 - The interwebs were hot with rumors about Da Brat & Judy 19:41 - Anna’s Got a Word   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Pre Order American Teen: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/american-teenager-nico-lang/1144781197    Donate to the Find Taylor Casey fund https://chuffed.org/project/findtaylorcasey    MUST WATCH: Taylor Casey's Mom Makes Heartbreaking Appeal https://youtu.be/CNVWZpZSAJY    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Join The Qube https://theqube.app  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn reports on the politics of the day. Who is leading the polls with 62 days to go? Is it Harris or is it Trump? She talks about it. In culture and entertainment, Anna covers the 5th annual Trans Visibility March, Global Black Pride and Chappell Roan taking heat for setting boundaries with fans. Let’s go!  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  2:50 - Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  3:08 -  Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 4:14 - Queer News headlines 4:59 - Who is leading the polls with 62 days to go? Is it Harris or is it Trump?  11:39 - GoFundMe for Alex Franco Headstone and bench 16:00 - The Cass Review - Queer News Tip 22:02 - Listen & follow the Joy in the Breakthrough podcast, https://joyitbpod.com  22:40 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  23:04 - The 5th annual Trans Visibility March  26:53 - Global Black Pride takes over Atlanta 29:36 - Chappell Roan taking heat for setting boundaries with fans 33:35 - Anna’s Got a Word  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Donate to the Find Taylor Casey fund https://chuffed.org/project/findtaylorcasey    GoFundMe - Headstone for Alex Taylor Franco https://www.gofundme.com/f/headstone-for-alex-taylor-franco    MUST WATCH: Taylor Casey's Mom Makes Heartbreaking Appeal https://youtu.be/CNVWZpZSAJY    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Join The Qube https://theqube.app  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn reports back to us about her experience covering the entire Democratic National Convention. She breaks down where the DNC hit and where it missed. In culture & entertainment, Lambda Legal secured a big victory in the HIV space, the LGBTQ news outlet PinkNews CEO is under fire & Big Freedia gets a key to the city of New Orleans. Let’s go!   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  1:55 - Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 2:01 -  Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 2:38 - Queer News headlines 3:20 - Book your music lesson with Cel today, https://keysforlifellc.com/booking  4:03 - Special Report: The Democratic National Convention hits and misses 18:31 - Listen & follow the Joy in the Breakthrough podcast, https://joyitbpod.com  19:06 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  19:34 - Lambda Legal’s HIV win 23:53 - PinkNews CEO is under fire 27:36 - Big Freedia is honored   🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66    Donate to the Find Taylor Casey fund https://chuffed.org/project/findtaylorcasey    MUST WATCH: Taylor Casey's Mom Makes Heartbreaking Appeal https://youtu.be/CNVWZpZSAJY    LGBT+ Counseling Collaborative https://lgbtcounselingdmv.com    LGBTQ National Task Force Action Fund https://www.thetaskforceactionfund.org    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Join The Qube https://theqube.app  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn is in conversation with Taylor Casey’s mom who everyone calls Mama C. Mama C. opens up about Taylor’s disappearance, the toll it has taken on the family, and the urgent need for answers. Mama C. shares personal anecdotes about Taylor's vibrant life, the challenges they've faced in the investigation, and the steps you can take to help bring Taylor home. Please listen, share, and take an action to bring Taylor home.  Make a donation here - https://chuffed.org/project/findtaylorcasey Call Senator Dick Durbin - (312) 353-4952 Call Senator Tammy Duckworth - (312) 886-3506 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨ 00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  1:46 - Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  1:57 -  Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/JoinQCrew 2:10 - Subscribe to the Queer News Newsletter, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66  2:43 - Anna attends the Saving Ourselves Symposium in Atlanta  5:11 - Queer News headlines 8:11 - Listen & follow the Joy in the Breakthrough podcast, https://joyitbpod.com  8:49 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  9:14 - Taylor Casey’s mom talks candidly with Anna DeShawn  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Donate to the Find Taylor Casey fund https://chuffed.org/project/findtaylorcasey    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Join The Qube https://theqube.app  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.  

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn received the opportunity to interview Taylor Casey’s mom and she tells us all about it. Tai’Vion Lathan, a Black trans woman was murdered in Baltimore and left in an alley. We speak her name today. In politics, let's talk about Tim Walz and his LGBTQ record. In culture & entertainment, is there anything but the Olympics to discuss. Lots of queer storylines but I really want to talk about Cindy Ngamba. Oh and is MC Lyte family? She had a lot to say on the Breakfast Club. Let’s go!   00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  1:32 - Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  2:38 - Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66  3:18 - Queer News headlines 4:15 - Anna DeShawn received the opportunity to interview Taylor Casey’s mom and she tells us all about it 6:36 - Tai’Vion Lathan, a Black trans woman was murdered in Baltimore and left in an alley. We speak her name today 8:56 - Let's talk about Tim Walz and his LGBTQ record 14:46 - Listen & follow the Second Sunday podcast, https://secondsundaypod.com  16:25 - Promote your business on the Queer News podcast. Book an ad today! Email info @ e3radio.fm  16:52 - Team LGBTQ at the Olympics showed out and Cindy Ngamba is a story you should know  26:09 - Is MC Lyte family? She had a lot to say on the Breakfast Club. 27:19 - Anna’s Word,  Anna shares a little about seeing Trump in person at the National Association of Black Journalists convention 🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   Donate to the Find Taylor Casey fund https://chuffed.org/project/findtaylorcasey    Support Tai’Vion Lathan’s Funeral Expenses https://www.gofundme.com/f/ryk7m3-honoring-the-memory-of-tai    Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@e3radio    Leave a Queer News Tip https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502    Join the QCrew https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66   Buy an Ad on the Queer News podcast Email: info at e3radio.fm   Join The Qube https://theqube.app  🌈✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️✨   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.   We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. Follow Anna DeShawn @annadeshawn across social media. Interested in advertising? Email info at e3radio.fm.